Dining Al Fresco; Wine Dinner at Frasca; More

LARIMER SQUARE – On August 16, join the award-winning restaurants of Larimer Square for Dining Al Fresco. The outdoor event runs from 5 p.m. to midnight, and includes happy hour festivities, dinner, and live music. Participating restaurants include: Bistro Vendome, The Capital Grille, Cru, Euclid Hall, Green Russsell, Ocean Prime, Rioja, Russell's Smokehouse, TAG, Ted's Montana Grill, Wednesday's Pie, and many others. Reservations are available through participating restaurants. [Eaterwire]

DU – In celebration of the Premier League season kickoff, Boone's Tavern is throwing a beer brunch on Saturday, August 16. The brunch starts with a Stella toast, and each course will be thoughtfully paired with a beer pour. Brunch starts at 11 a.m. and tickets are $35 per person. Reservations can be made by calling 720.961.0320. [Eaterwire]

BOULDER – Frasca Food and Wine's weekly wine dinner series continues on Monday, August 18 with a dinner featuring Ronnie Sanders of Vine Street Imports. These dinners are $50 per person for four courses with additional wine pairings ranging from $45 to $50 per person. For reservations or more information, call 303.442.6966. [Eaterwire]

BALLPARK — On Friday, August 15 join the expert chefs at Cook Street for a lesson on the art of preparing sushi. Learn how to: select fish and ingredients, cook sushi rice, and prepare sushi rolls. A complete meal with wine is included with the class. Pricing is $99 per person. To find out more, click here. [Eaterwire]

DENVER – New Belgium Brewing has just released Tour de Fall, a new fall seasonal that commemorates Tour de Fat, the brewery's traveling festival of bikes, beer and bemusement. This American Pale Ale features Cascade and Amarillo hops and is available now through October. The brew can be purchased in 12 oz. bottles and on draft. Pricing varies by location. Visit the New Belgium website for more information. [Eaterwire]

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