Ten FIDY Returns; Fall Harvest Dinner; James Beard Celebration

LONGMONT — Join Oskar Blues at the Tasty Weasel Taproom on September 10 from 4 to 8 p.m. to celebrate the start of FIDY season. Say what? Ten FIDY, an award-winning Imperial Stout, has made its return to shelves and watering holes just in time for cool autumn temperatures. The strong viscous stout loaded with flavors of chocolate-covered caramel and coffee underneath a smooth blanket of malt will be celebrated in style along side bacon and more from Tender Belly.

WESTMINSTER —  Kachina Southwestern Grill will host its third annual Fall Harvest Dinner at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, September 10. The four-course dinner highlights dishes from Kachina's Executive Chef Jeff Bolton, utilizing ingredients from Prairie Ridge Buffalo Ranch, Boulder Natural Meats, Colorado Catch, and Tender Belly Pork. Tickets cost $65 per person and can be purchased by calling 303.410.5813.

RINO — On Friday, September 11 at 6:30 p.m., the Infinite Monkey Theorem will host the the James Beard Celebrity Chef Tour, a soiree that includes celebrated local and out-of-town chefs. Among them, Troy Guard of Guard & Grace, Paul Reilly of Beast + Bottle, and Kelly Whitaker of Basta in Boulder and Cart-Driver in Denver. Out-of-town chefs include Chad Colby formerly of Chi Spacca in Los Angeles and Adam Sappington of Country Cat in Portland, Oregon. Tickets cost $155 per person and can be purchased online.

BOULDER — Frasca Food and Wine is encouraging one and all to start planning ahead for the holiday season. By booking your holiday party by October 1, guests will be treated to a complimentary sparkling wine toast. The restaurant has three great spaces for rent, including the full Frasca buyout, the Taverna Room, and the Caffe Space. To check availability and receive further information, call 303.442.0608.