Chef and Brew Festival; Bartender in Residence, Beer and Pizza Pairing

RINO — Denver's Chef and Brew festival will take place today, November 19 at the Exdo Event Center. From 6 p.m. to 10 p.m., guests can sample from over 20 of Denver's best eateries and breweries, who will be pairing up to create a delicious combination of food and beer. Guests can then cast their vote in the People's Choice Best Beer & Food Pairing. Tickets are $65. To see the list of participating restaurants and breweries, head to the event's website page.

EDGEWATER — Joyride brewing company is teaming up with Rolling Dough to host a pizza and beer pairing. The event, which will take today, November 19 at 6:30 p.m., will feature four different small pizza slices paired with four different half pints, curated by Joryride's Brewmaster, who will also be on hand to answer any questions about the beers. The pairing is $15. Visit the event's Facebook page here for more info.

LODO — The Museum of Contemporary Art is hosting a special edition of its "bartender in residence" program this Friday, November 20. The event will also celebrate Marilyn Minter's Pretty/Dirty exhibition, on display at the museum now. A. Minetta Gould of Ste. Ellie will be mixing specialty cocktails on the roof of the museum from 5 p.m. - 9 p.m.