LOHI— Central Bistro is hosting its second annual Smokedown Porch Party on Saturday, April 19 at 2 p.m. The casual picnic-like event includes $4.20 drink specials all day, $25 for unlimited roasted hog and side dishes, and $9 pulled pork sandwiches. Live music from the Mike Maurer band is set for 3 p.m. to 7 pm. [Eaterwire]
BOULDER— Join Frasca Food and Wine for a special edition of its Monday night wine dinner series on April 21, as it welcomes Jeff Michaud of Vetri Family Restaurants. Michaud, a 2010 James Beard Foundation Award winner for Best Chef: Mid-Atlantic, will collaborate with chef/co-owner Lachlan Mackinnon-Patterson on a four-course menu. Master sommelier Bobby Stuckey, who works the floor and interacts with guests, will select wine pairings. Guests will also receive a signed copy of Michaud's cookbook Eating Italy. The cost is $70 plus supplemental charges for pairings. For reservations, call 303.442.6966. [Eaterwire]
GOLDEN TRIANGLE— Charcoal Restaurant is hosting a wine dinner on Tuesday, April 22 at 6:45 p.m. that will feature Oregon's Argyle Winery. Executive chef Patrik Landberg will offer a five-course menu of dishes like grilled Maine lobster tail and pan-roasted veal loin. Winemaker Rollin Soles will be present to provide information on the pours. The cost is $65, with optional wine pairing for $35. For reservations, call 303.454.0000. [Eaterwire]
LOHI— Stir Cooking School is offering a Cocktails 101: Essential Classic Cocktails class on Tuesday, April 22 at 6:30 p.m. Attendees will learn how to mix drinks like the martini, Manhattan, mojito and sidecar. Pricing is $55 and participants must be 21 years of age. To register click here or call 720.287.4823. [Eaterwire]
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