Top Dining and Drinking Events to Attend in April

When: Monday, April 4 at 5:30 p.m. Where: Brazen Neighborhood Eatery, 4450 W. 38th Avenue 
What: The April edition of this health-centric dinner features a menu with sage scotch eggs, pasta carbonara, steamed Manila clams and vanilla panna cotta, all alongside beverages of course.
Additional Information: To buy tickets to the monthly paleo dinner, call 720.638.1242.

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When: Monday, April 4 from 6 to 10 p.m. Where: Kline's Beer Hall, 7519 Grandview Avenue, Arvada
What: This event will surely be reminiscent of your fondest high school dance memories, and it's for a great cause. All proceeds benefit the School House Kitchen & Libations staff, now out of work due to a recent fire in the building. There will be live music, a silent auction and no cover.
Additional Information: For those who can't make it to the Spring Fling but would still like to contribute to the cause, buy "Fire Drill" shirts online.

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When: Friday, April 8 from 6 - 9 p.m. Where: Denver Art Museum, 100 W. 14th Avenue Parkway 
What: The 16th Annual Uncorked Wine Tasting at Denver Art Museum is an unbeatable event for wine lovers and art enthusiasts alike. More than 300 wines will be available for the tasting while perusing the works of art. Tickets are $100 for members and $155 for non-members.
Additional Information: For more information and to purchase tickets, see online.

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When: Saturday, April 9 from 5 - 10 p.m. Where: Glitter Dome - Event Center, 3600 Wynkoop Street
What: An event to prepare guests for the official 2016 Denver Taco Festival this summer, the Pre Party will be chock full of tequila, tacos, beers, live music and Lucha Libre Wrestling. Tickets are 21+ for $25 and include unlimited beer, tequila shots in personal branded glasses, and major discounts on official Denver Taco Festival tickets.
Additional Information: Tickets can be purchased in advance online.

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When: Tuesday, April 12 through Thursday, April 14 from 6 to 8 p.m. 
Where: Frasca Food & Wine, 1738 Pearl Street, Boulder
What: The third installment of educational wine seminars held by master sommelier, Bobby Stuckey, is a two hour class leading participants on a wine-drenched journey through the Loire Valley. Tickets are $225 and include the class, booklet and wine tasting. There are three dates to choose from for the event. 
Additional Information: Email erin@frascafoodandwine.com to reserve your spot.

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When: Thursday, April 14 at 6:30 p.m. Where: Table 6, 609 Corona Street
What: This favorite neighborhood bistro welcomes Kovacs Nimrod winery for a wine tasting dinner event, featuring four courses paired with wine. Dishes will feature fresh, seasonal spring ingredients.
Additional Information: To reserve your space at this special wine dinner, call 303.831.8800.

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When: Thursday, April 14 at 7 p.m. Where: Globe Hall, 4483 Logan Street
What: FckUp Nights is a global movement to share and revel in business failure stories with other professionals. The event is a celebration of failure, with some of Denver's most notable entrepreneurs presenting their tales of failure. Featured "failures" include Justin Cucci, Joey Bullock, Matt Fajohn, Aaron Ray and Danielle Schloffel. Tickets are $11.54.
Additional Information: For more information on this unique series and to purchase tickets, see online.

When: Tuesday, April 19 at 6 p.m. Where: Post Brewing Co., 105 W. Emma Street, Lafayette
What: Ring in spring with seasonal dishes and craft brews at the Post's Spring Harvest Beer Dinner. The brewpub will be joining forces with Isabelle Farm and Oxford Gardens to bring guests a three course dinner alongside beer pairings. Tickets are $40 for the three course meal and beer pairings.
Additional Information: For more information and to purchase tickets, see online.

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When: Sunday, April 24 at 5 p.m.
Where: Colorado Convention Center, 700 14th St.
What: Cooking Matters Colorado presents the 16th annual Chefs Up Front, an epic culinary gala for a great cause, the No Kid Hungry campaign. 30 of our state's most celebrated chefs will gather to prepare guests an exquisite meal, alongside a cocktail reception and interactive auction.
Additional Information: For more information on the full lineup of chefs and to purchase tickets to the event, see online.

When: Wednesday, April 27 from 6 - 8 p.m.
Where: Rackhouse Pub, 2875 Blake St. What: The head distiller of Laws Whiskey will be in the house, the Rackhouse Pub that is, for a three course, guided tasting and whiskey paired dinner. Tickets include three courses, an introductory cocktail and an educational whiskey journey for $65 plus fees.
Additional Information: For more information and to purchase tickets, see online.

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When: Saturday, April 30 from 4 - 9 p.m. Where: Wings Over the Rockies Air & Space Museum, 7711 E. Academy Blvd.
What: This event is a craft beer and culinary pairing on a grand scale. 80 local brewers and chefs will team up to present pairings. Tickets range from $65 - $95.
Additional Information: For more information on the event and to purchase tickets, see online.

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