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Celebrate 45 Years of Aspen’s famous Austrian restaurant the Wienerstube with an Anniversary Party with Host, Owner Harald Neuweg and Wienerstube Founder Gerhard Mayritsch. All you can eat Buffet for $35 ($ 25 with Locals Discount card), Live Music provided by T.A.G. Those Austrian Guy’s. September 1st 2010 6pm
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WC3 World Cup Kick Off Party – England v USA. Saturday, June 12, 2010 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Woody Creek Community Center is showing every kick of every game on a giant 7 foot screen in a room dedicated to The World Cup. Full bar and great food at great prices…. Lots of free parking. Come join the fun! Downtown Woody Creek. Contact 970-922-2342
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Enter this contest by June 3rd for a chance to win two passes to the 2010 FOOD & WINE Classic in Aspen June 18th through 20th, as well as a $500 gift card.
Plastics Make it PossibleSM, an initiative sponsored by the American Chemistry Council, is hosting the contest on www.plasticsmakeitpossible.com/2010/05/aspen-challenge. All you have to do to enter is visit the online destinations and answer one simple question:
“How do you use plastics to create your favorite foods or memorable parties?”
Whether it’s a favorite plastic kitchen gadget or an avant-garde new cooking technique, all entrants to the contest should feel free to be creative and can even include links to photos and videos of how plastics improve their culinary and entertaining experiences.
The contest closes at 11:59 p.m. MT on June 3. The winner will be announced on June 4 atwww.plasticsmakeitpossible.com/2010/05/aspen-challenge. Please see the contest rules and restrictions here for more details.
Kenichi Sushi is hosting a fund raiser for Mountain Rescue (you know the crew that may just save your butt) Thursday night May 20th. Make any dollar donation to Mountain Rescue and you get 50% off your food, sushi, and sake.
Snowmass Chili & Brew Festival June 4th and 5th, 2010 wants to taste your chili.
“So you think you make great chili? Is your secret ingredient up for a challenge? Attendees at the 7th Annual Snowmass Chili Pepper & Brew Fest Local’s Competition are ready to find out! You and other cooks will battle it out for the honored title of “Local Chili Head Winner.” The first place winner will be awarded a $200 cash prize and an original Snowmass trophy. Chili Pepper prizes will also be awarded to 2nd and 3rd place winners.
New this year, the Local Chili Cook-off will take place as part of the festival activities on Saturday, June 5th at 3:00pm! Participating as a cook in the People’s Choice Chili Tasting will be very exciting and allows you to be a part of the greater festival experience.
Wondering about Requirements?
All cooks in the competition are required to make a minimum of 5 gallons of chili. Hint: the more chili you make, the more people taste, the more votes you may get, the better your chance of winning!
The type of chili you make is up to you and your imagination; there are no official rules other than ensuring safe and clean cooking techniques are used.
The People’s Choice Chili Tasting and Voting begins at 3:00 pm; please do not allow the public to taste your chili samples until that official time.
Please bring a sign with the name of your chili and the chef for voters to identify your entry.
In order to sign-up as a local cook, please e-mail Chelsey at chelseydoell@gmail.com your name, phone number, address, and credit card number. A credit card number is required as ransom for Pepper & Brew Fest weekend Party Passes you’ll receive to use in advance. Any no-shows will be charged for the weekend Party Pass.
What are the Spicy Benefits of Being a Local Chili Cook?
You’ll receive two FREE PARTY PASSES for the entire weekend’s festivities. This pass provides access to the Pepper Hill festival grounds where you’ll have the opportunity to enjoy microbrew sampling & grand tasting, ICS chili competition chili tasting, and concerts.
Free microbrew, European, & exotic exclusive sampling during the Grand Beer Sampling!
Recognition in the Valley as one of the greatest culinary chili stars!
People’s Choice Local’s Chili Cook-off – Saturday, June 5, 2010
Cook Registration will be at 11:00 am-12:00 noon.
More information about the exact location of check in and the competition will be provided in your confirmation.
Tables, stoves, propane, paper towels, and serving cups will be provided; please bring your own pot, utensils and everything else you’ll need for cooking. Any and all festive décor/attire is encouraged.
Cooking starts at 12:00 p.m.
At least some onsite cooking is required– it’s part of the fun for everyone!
A minimum of 5 gallons of chili is required for all entries!
People’s Choice Chili Tasting and voting are at 3:00 pm.”
Questions? Contact Chelsey at 970-930-5956, chelseydoell@gmail.com
Carbondale’s “Taste of Spring” with Food, Beer & Wine Tastings, Martini Bar, & Music from Monkey Luv. The Carbondale Chamber gathers a selection of local restaurants to provide a great selection of good eats, good drinks, and good times.
When: Friday April 23 2010 from 6pm-10pm
Where: The Gathering Center 110 Snowmass Drive Carbondale
Price: $50 per person $60 day of. (970) 963-1890
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There is no better time of the year to go out for brunch than Easter Sunday. Here are some options for an Aspen Easter Brunch on April 4th 2010.
Montagna at the Little Nell is offering an Easter brunch from 11am-2:30pm. $48 a person.
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Plato’s at the Aspen Meadows is offering a Prix Fix Easter Menu from 11am-2:30pm. $45 a person.
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The Hotel Jerome is offering an Easter Brunch Buffet with two seatings at 10am & 1pm with an Easter Egg Hunt a 1/2 hour prior to each. $65 Adults, $30 under 12.
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The Restuarant at the St. Regis is offering an Easter Brunch from 11am-3pm. $65 Adults/ $25 children.
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Feed yourself & the Hungry. The annual “Empty Bowls Dinner” event takes place Wed. March 3 from 5-7pm at Bumps restaurant at Buttermilk mountain.
Local students create ceramic bowls and with a $10 donation you can enjoy a bowl of soup, bread & dessert and go home with one of the ceramic bowls. Proceeds benefit the non-profit Lift-Up which operates food pantries and soup kitchens in the Roaring Fork Valley. Yes Aspen, there are people in need around you, help them out and support a good cause.
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Last winter, 2009 that is, Aspen Highlands Ski area celebrated it’s 5oth anniversary with an evening bash at
the mid mountain restaurant the Merry-go-Round. There was a equal mix of ski bum, ski patrol, and ski brass. A buffet, Champagne, wine, cocktails, and a Jamming band (Jes Crew). The attire was black tie & duct tape, which was adhered to in some since with some full on tux & tails ensembles as well as the duct tape enthusiasts (the creative crowd).
It all proved to be a very unique and entertaining experience. So why not do it again. This Saturday February 27, 2010 is the second “Black Tie & Duct Tape Ball at Aspen Highlands”. Aspen Ski Company employees can purchase tickets for $40, $65 for non-employees. Includes buffet dinner with prime rib and a glass or wine or beer/ Live band and dancing with Nite Plane. Upload Exhibition lift from 6-6:60pm downloading to begin at 9:30pm (no skiing down) Tickets available at any Aspen”Snowmass ticket office or by calliny (970)-544-3045
The bar was overwhelmed with it’s popularity last year, let’s hope they learned that lesson. Ski bums & patrol outweighed the brass 10 to 1 so it’s not your typical Aspen cocktail soirée but it is good to see the elbows rub. And hey, if your not gonna be wearing a tux you better have on some duct tape!
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Join the final feast of Mardi Gras on Fat Tuesday February 16 in Snowmass, Colorado. The Mardi Gras Parade is at 4pm in the Snowmass Village Mall. Apres Ski at 5pm at Snowmass bars and restaurants.
Although a very minor reflection of the parades along Canal St. in “Nrlins” it is entertaining. Purple & Gold beads are aplenty however they lack the proper exchange rate. You can find a great party afterward in the Snowmass bars. I swear once at the Mountain Dragon, with the jamming band, it had the funk of the house of the rising sun.
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Valentine’s Day in Aspen
Plato’s Restaurant Valentines Pre-Fixe Dinner with a glass of Sparkling Wine. $60 per person
Montagna presents an exquisite 5-course Valentine’s dinner prepared by Chef Hardy. $150 per person View Menu
Wienerstube hosts a special 6 course Austrian Valentine’s Evening. $55 per person. View Menu.
Takah Sushi will feature special rolls & other specials for Valentine’s day.
The Restaurant at the St. Regis presents 5-course dinner paired w/ champagne. Begin with canapés 7pm in the Astor library with dinner in The Restaurant at 8pm. $275 per person. View Menu.
Valentine’s Day in Snowmass
Eight K, Viceroy Snowmass’ much lauded restaurant, announces an exclusive Valentine’s Day dinner. $125 per couple. View Menu.
Brother’s Grille Valentine’s Day Lovers’ Dinner Sunday, Feb. 14, 2010, 5–9 p.m. 4 course meal $100 per couple. View Menu.
Pre Valentines
Montanga hosts a vinous salute to our last five presidents accompanied by dishes Inspired by the Presidents Inaugural Meals. February 13th 5pm $195 View Menu
Sundeck on Aspen Mountain Moonlight party. Sat. Feb. 13th 5:30 to 9pm Live Music, Drinks, Dinner Specials. Gondola $10,$5 for pass holders.
39 degrees hosts a party on Saturday Feb.13. $20 includes buffet & glass of bubbly. Aphrodisiac drink $6, DJ and dancing. Wake up Sunday with Bubbly & Breakfast $25 & $5 Mimosas.
Super Bowl Party XLIV Colts Vs. Saints. What Aspen party should you join? Well here is a quick overview.
A guaranteed unique experience would be at Woody Creek Community Center first annual Super Bowl Party. The WC3 regular menu is available as well as some game day favorites like whole pizzas, chili, and deluxe nachos. Quench your thirst with wine, beer, & Stranahan’s Whiskey while watching the game on an 8 foot screen.
Takah Sushi will have the game on flat screen t.v.s and offer 1/2 priced sake, 1/2 priced atomic shrimp & 1/2 priced Kobe sliders with $4 small Sapporos $8 large Sapporos. Bar opens at 4 food at 5:30
A little one sided but definately showing spirit is New York Pizza offering of $2 slices to Saints fans all day Super Bowl Sunday!
Have a complementary schnapps just for showing up at the Wienerstube Superbowl Party with Fritz & Franz Bierhaus. Warsteiner Beer specials and Bar Menu.
Bentley’s is serving up $1.50 roast beef sandwiches plus other drink & appetizer specials around their 5 t.v.’s
Matsuhisa pulls in the Big Screen T.V. and serves $2 Bud & Bud Lights, $5 food selections as well as other sushi & sake specials. Lounge opens at 3:30.
The regular chaos can be found at the Hickory House serving $1.75 Coors Light Drafts $2.75 New Belgium Drafts $12 Rack of Ribs 35¢ Wings with the action on the Big Screen.
Bad Billy’s Specials include Chili cheese Fries, Bucket of Wings, Brats, Meatball Subs, Shrimp Creole, & Chicken Tacos.
The best grub deal may be at NorthWoods Lodge at Aspen Highlands who are offering an unlimited buffet! $19.95 adults $7.95 Kids. Wash it down with $2.50 drafts $5 Jager bombs
Other notorious viewing locals include the Double Dog Pub, Zanes.
As far as the game goes it’s a toss up for us, but don’t be afraid to use the lo, for you can see all the advertising action on Hulu.
Redstone Winterfest is an Ice climbing festival with free gear demos, clinics by Aspen Expeditions, ski and snowshoe races held in Redstone, Colorado February 5th, 6th, & 7th. Mixed in with a bit of food, beer, and music. Below we list the Food & Beverage Calendar for a full event list visit see Redstone Winter Festival Schedule.
Fri. Feb 5th
4pm Great Divide and Glenwood Canyon Brewery beer tasting at the Redstone Inn
Sat. Feb. 6th
9am Pancake – Plus breakfast at the Redstone Inn
11am Start Chili Cook-Off $10.00 per person
2pm Great Divide and Glenwood Canyon Brewery beer tasting at the Crystal Club
Free Soup!! Aspen’s Soupskol 2010 happens tonight Jan. 15 from 5:30-7:30 pm Located on Hunter St. & Cooper St. in downtown Aspen. This event is free and open to the public.!
By far one of our favorite events, expect 20 plus tents serving a number of different soups. Every taster has a vote. Vote honestly. Rumors abound about stuffed ballot boxes… one restaurant has won the title 3 years running, it could be the best soup or perhaps it’s just the ringing of the bell. With the inclusion of Ute City Medicinals there may even be a hemp soup..
Watch Eat Aspen Original Short of WinterSkol Past.
“The 7th Annual Winterskol Soupskol is a soup-cooking contest judged by the public to determine what restaurant has the best soup in town and it gives the winner bragging rights for the next year! Last season, over 3,000 locals and tourists attended the event and every year it keeps growing in popularity.”
Organized by the Aspen Chamber Resort Association the Aspen restaurants entering SoupSkol 2010 are 39 degrees, Aspen Valley Hospital, Elks lodge, Bad Billys, Blue Sky Cafe, Brunelleschi’s, Clark’s Market, Conundrum Catering, European Caterers, Flame Catering & Aspen Brewing Company, Garnish Cafe, Highlands Pizza Co. Inn at Aspen, Johnny McGuire’s, kenichi, Krabloonik, La Cantina, Merry Go Round, Noodles by Kenichi, Pacifica Seafood, Sam’s Smokehouse, Sage, St.Regis Restaurant, The Gant, Ute City Medicinals, Willow Creek Bistro, Victoria’s Espresso.
Join the Boys at the Brewery for New England Pearls in Aspen. An Evening of Oysters, Cheese & Beer. Sat. Jan. 16th 8pm-10:30pm and Sun. Jan. 17th 5pm-7:30pm $50 at the Aspen Brewing Company.
7pm January 16th 2010 Montagna Restaurant and Italian Wine merchants present an evening of food and wine celebrating the legendary wines of Tuscany’s Sassicaia and Argentina’s Bodega Charca. Hosted by proprietor Piero Incisa della Rochetta. Part of Montagna’s cellar tasting series. Produced & Uncorked by executive chef Ryan Hardy & master sommelier Jonathan Pullis & Sommelier Dustin Wilson. $295 Call (970) 920-6330 for more details and reservations.
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Chris Klug’s Party for Life tonight Friday Dec. 11 2009 is currently SOLD OUT but there will still be an opportunity to join the epic after party. This is to benefit the non-profit Summit for Life.
At 10 pm Pacifica Seafood and Raw Bar will transform into a late night party with DJ Naka G spinning tunes at “Party for Life”. While the music is pumping and the lights are flashing there will be snacks created by the talented team at Pacifica and FREE El Mayor Tequila®, PEARL Vodka®, Rebel Reserve Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey™, and Saint Brendan’s Irish Cream featured drinks. People that raise $500 or more for the race by Friday, December 11th will receive FREE admittance in to the after party.
10:00 pm Pacifica Seafood and Raw Bar 307 S. Mill Street, Aspen, CO
$50 per person minimum donation requested. $30 of your donation for “Party for Life” is tax-deductible.
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Party the night away in the place that started all of Aspen’s excess in 1889. Yes it was the best of the best when it opened and has gained a little character along the way. This Gala evening will benefit the Aspen Historical Society and should be pretty entertaining. Wed. Nov. 25th 6:30-2am. To RSVP or for more info call 970-429-7613
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The Crystal Palace Review will be performing their dinner theater schtick throughout the off season at Montagna at the Little Nell. If you know you know, It’s pretty funny stuff. Filled with Political & Social Satire. Nina Gabianelli and Mike Monroney will be found singing among other cast favorites. 3 course Prix Fixe. $98 per person exluding alcohol. Nov. 18th, and December 16th. Seating 6-7:30 pm. RSVP 970-920-633
Thursday Nov. 26th Thanksgiving 2009
The Restaurant at the St. Regis offers a huge Thanksgiving buffet from noon until 8pm. $65 per adult/$25 per child View Menu
LuLu Wilson will offer a traditional Thanksgiving Turkey dinner special. Complete with gravy, corn bread stuffing, yams, sour cream and chive mashed potatoes green beans, pecan or pumkin pie. $32
The Hotel Jerome is offering a huge and varied selection on its Thanksgiving Day Grand Buffet. $85++ per person $125++ w/ wine pairings. $42.50 under 10. 970-429-7748 for reservations view menu
Jimmy’s Restaurant offers a Thanksgiving day feast for $30 per person/ $15 under 12. Home Delivery available if ordered before 11/26 call 970-925-6020 view menu
The Little Nell offers Thanksgiving dinner for all. View Thanksgiving Menu, Vegetarian Menu, Kids Menu.
Plato’s will offer a thanksgiving feast. Please inquire with them for details.
The Hickory House Restaurant offers a Free turkey dinner with all the trimmings. Donations welcome of course. This is a great place to find the “community” in Aspen.
Escape Bistro usually offers a veggie feast for those that normally feel left out on Turkey Day.
Bentley’s also usually offers a Traditional Thanksgiving Plate.
Good Eats….
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“Beer is the new wine a 9″ Aspen’s N9NE Steakhouse is hosting a five course dinner pairing beer by Aspen Brew Company with 5 different food courses. $49.99 per person Wed. 11/11/09
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Taste of Basalt fundraiser for Basalt public schools at the Roaring Fork Club. Hor D’oeuvres provided by local restaurants and caterers. Wine, beer, and martinis donated by local purveyors. Music by Smokin Joe and the Gypsies, Silent auction. Attire ”Party Clothes and dancin Shoes.” $85 pp $160 per couple. Sat. Nov. 7th 6pm-11pm.
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If you were wondering what was NXT for that downstairs plaza space below Kemo Sabe on the corner of Galena & Cooper it is the Hunter Bar. The Hunter Bar will primarily be a nightclub but will also offer a full tapas menu. They are opening tonight, Halloween, October 31st 2009, with a party that will consist of 5 DJ’s. The $20 entrance fee will keep you entranced until 6am. Party On…
Winemakers Dinner A Benefit for Polio No More. Event features a five-course dinner with wine pairings from Winery in Grand Junction. Hosted by Rotary Club of Glenwood Springs. 6 p.m. Friday October 23, 2009 at Rivers Restaurant in Glenwood Springs. $65 per person. Call to make a reservation, 928-8813
Spring Board benefit 6:30-9:30 p.m. October 21 2009, Mustang Saloon & Grill. $25 Advanced $30 at the door. Includes food and drink, silent auction, & more. Annual “Give Some, Get Some” benefit features music by Hurricane Carter and DJ Naka G. Spring Board is a group of 16 locals under the age of 35. Through the Spring Board Advised Fund of the Aspen Community Foundation, the group granted $11,000 in September to three nonprofits that provide programs for youths in the Roaring Fork Valley.
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Grape & Grain on the Rocks. Saturday, October 17, 2009 Historic Hotel Colorado 4pm-7pm
Tickets available at Glenwood Springs Center for the Arts $45 Members $40 Non-Members PreSale. $60 at the door. 970-945-2414 12 favorite restaurants wines from around the world hand-crafted micro-brews.
Nobu Matsuhisa Aspen hosts a Shochu Party Tue. October 13th at 6pm. Aspen Bartenders compete for the #1 TY KU cocktail. The Shochu (Japanese distilled beverage) of choice is TY KU Liqueur, a sake and Asian vodka based liqueur with over 20 all natural fruits and botanicals, all of which add health benefits to the spirit. $30 per person includes appetizers & specialty drinks. RSVP 970-544-6628 Music by Master DJ od’Walla.
Fall Festival at Wagner Park Aspen. Sunday October 4th 2009 10:30 am-2:30pm. Hosted by Roaring Fork Kids. Fun for the whole family. Silent Auction, Pumpkin Patch, Scarecrow making, Carnival Games, Pumpkin Decorating, Food by Little Annies & Paradise Bakery. Live Music by Dan Sheridan.
Friends of Tasha Goodson, an Aspen woman seriously injured in a fall, will host a benefit to help the family work through their ordeal and pay for the many medical bills. The event will be held from 4 to 9 p. m. Tuesday at Bumps Restaurant at Buttermilk.
Door entry is $ 25, with food from the Hickory House, drink tickets, a door raffle and a silent auction, as well as music from The Butchers, HurricaneCarter and other local musicians.
Goodson, a new mother who is in her early 20s, has been recovering the past three months from multiple injuries, including a fractured skull, two broken vertebrae and broken wrists. She also broke a rib, which resulted in a punctured and collapsed lung.
Oktoberfest kicks of tonight Friday, Sept. 25th from 5pm to Midnight at the Wienerstube Restaurant in Aspen. Free to Attend.
This 3 day Beer-, Food- and Music Festival celebrates the tradition of Oktoberfest, originally held in Munich since 1810. Live music by “Those Austrian Guy’s”. Lots of Beer and Wine. Traditional Austrian/Bavarian food. Jodel contest.
Friday: 5 p.m. to midnight
Saturday: 3 p.m. to midnight
Sunday: 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
The Aspen Chapel hosts an Oktoberfest serving the traditional fair and live music. Suggested $10. Today Sunday September 20 2009. And OMG, a bounce House too.
Telluride Blues & Brews has 50 plus breweries at the Grand Tasting on Sat. Sep 19th. Joe Cocker Buddy Guy, & Bonnie Raitt.
The Aspen Community Picnic takes place today Sep. 13 2009 at the Aspen public Golf course from 11am-2pm. Food and games for all. The first 750 get a BBQ catered lunch by the restaurant on the green the Red Mountain Grill.
Colorado Mountain Winefest is the fundraiser for the trade organization of grape growers and winemakers of Colorado. Thousands of wine lovers make the annual pilgrimage to Palisade to sample a growing array of Colorado wines and participate in a variety of events. 2009 events will include: Hands-on workshops Wine and food pairing events Dueling chefs Grape stomps Winery tours Winemaker competitions Chocolates and wine tasting Wine and dine experience Bicycle tour of the vineyards Shopping at artisan booths Jazz concerts The exclusive First Class Pass experience Golf and Reception at Redlands Mesa Golf Course Toast the grape harvest and raise your glass to Colorado’s finest vintages at the state’s oldest, largest and best wine festival, and the only festival held in the heart of Colorado’s wine country.
September 24-26, 2009 28th Great American Beer Festival
Denver, Colorado
Great American Beer Festival - 46,000 + attendees, 3 days, 2,000 beers. Great American Beer Festival Pro-Am Competition – Pro-Am beers are judged and will be awarded bronze, silver, and gold medals at the 2008 Great American Beer Festival (GABF).
Take a trip to Denver sample some great beer and then check it of our list of 1000 places to see before you die. Only 999 left on the wall.
We suggest buying tickets now they do sell out up to two weeks in advance.
Beaver Creek Wine & Spirits Festival August 20-22, 2009 Featuring the winners of the San Francisco International Wine Competition and World Spirits Competition, world-renowned culinary talent and outdoor events to enjoy summertime in the mountains.
This is an easy Road Trip from Aspen you could make it a day trip.
On July 19, 2009, Share Our Strength will hold its annual Taste of the Nation Denver event at Mile High Station. Event emcee Keegan Gerhard (Food Network Challenge host and Denver restaurateur), and event hosts Chef Matt Selby (Vesta Dipping Grill and Steuben’s) and Kaye Lyssy (Epicurean Catering), are joining forces to create a fabulous afternoon of food, beer and wine — with the common goal of raising funds to end childhood hunger in Denver and across America.
+ Gourmet “tastes” from over 30 Denver area restaurants, Samples from Colorado’s finest breweries and the best wineries in the U.S., Fabulous lifestyle, culinary and wine auction items, Live entertainment
100% of ticket proceeds ensure that no kid in America grows up hungry.
We think this is a great event with a great cause.
Snowmass Village, CO (July 7, 2009) – Snowmass Village will be swirling with the scent of savory foods and activity on Saturday, July 11, during Savor Snowmass. Sample, shop and enjoy all the free family activities, local restaurant food tastings, free entertainment and of course—take advantage of some great shopping deals.
The local restaurants will be serving up samplings of tasty snacks and entrees while Chef David Von Holten from the Artisan Restaurant and Chef Alan Sirull from the Brothers’ Grill, will show off their culinary skills during cooking demonstrations from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. The Village wide sidewalk sale will include specials from all your favorite Snowmass retailers both in the mall and base village.
The Aspen Music Festival Students will stroll the mall and base village providing musical entertainment. Free family activities include magic by Doc Eason from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. in the mall and from 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. in base village. The Aspen House of Bounce will provide two “bounce” houses, one in the mall and one in base village. There will be face painting, clowns, fun hair and face makeovers by Glitz & Glamour, along with free kid’s krafts and a hula hoop dancing competition.
“It will be a great day to come shop and eat in Snowmass,” said Susan Hamley, Director, Snowmass Tourism Office. “We want to get the word out to Valley locals that Snowmass will be serving it up on Saturday. Snowmass Village merchants are all joining forces to put on a successful Savor Snowmass for the community.”
Parking is free at the parking garage in base village and the free shuttle buses will be running all day. Other Snowmass ongoing activities include the Burlingame Chairlift providing access to mountain biking trails, hiking, disc golf and paintball. A new volleyball court and horseshoe pit are free and open to the public and located at the bottom of the Village Express lift above base village. For more information go to www.snowmassvillage.com or call 1-800SNOWMASS.
This Saturday July 11, 2009 All Day Food Samplings, Cooking Demos, Music. This could be considered a Taste of Snowmass with Snowmass Restaurants providing tastings from their menus. Take the bus (free from Aspen) and visit Snowmass for a day of fun in the sun.
Delicious Snacks & Entrees From Local Restaurants
1:00 – 3:00pm; Cooking Demonstration by
-Chef David Von Holten from The Artisan Restaurant
-Chef Alan Sirull from the Brothers’ Grill
The Hotel Jerome isn’t the only Hotel hosting an open to the public event for July Fourth. Independence day in Aspen has always been a party starting with the dynamite on smuggler, or is that a canon, at 6am.
-The Aspen Valley Ski Club hosts a community picnic at Koch Park 1pm July 4th. Its a fundraiser and good grub can be had for $5 kids under 10 and $10 for adults or $8 if your an AVSC member. BBQ with burgers and other tasty food items and cold beer can be had for a little extra. Music, Vollyball, kids games, and a true sense of community. If you are an Aspen visitor and want to get an insiders view on Aspen, this is the spot you should visit and leave with tips that would blow away any concierge guide.
-The Aspen Art Museum has been promoting FREE ART also throws a free community picnic with food (last year was Barbecue ribs by the Hickory House & Beer from the Aspen Brewery)
-The St. Regis is inviting you to see the fireworks from their poolside patio and to enjoy complimentary appetizers from 7-10pm
-The Molly Gibson is opening their pool to the public on July 4th. Sandman will be hosting karaoke in the sun all afternoon long. There will be food and drinks and everyone is welcome.
Happy Fourth of July….. Put the Bang Back in your mouth at any Aspen Restaurant.
EatAspen is down at the Aspen Farmer’s Market today (Friday July 3rd) Come on by and visit us… Get a treat and take a guess on how many Mike & Ikes are in this Jar. Closest guess wins it all. Can’t make it? Email us your estimate by July 4th info@eataspen.com
Hint: Its more than you think… But not that many…..
Stop by the market at high noon and find the fastest watermelon eater in the west.
Then find an Aspen Restaurant for Lunch.
This week Aspen’s Saturday Farmers Market will be on Friday July 3rd on Hunter St. and Hopkins Ave. Since July 4th falls on Saturday the street closures for the parade coupled with the closed streets for the market equals strangling all downtown Aspen traffic on the busiest day of the year. So they must separate the two from each other. The Fourth of July Parade must really happen on the 4th of July in Aspen so Aspen’s Saturday Market must happen on Friday. Got it… Good… Personally I think you just have the two together and make the 4th one big pedestrian friendly festival.
But What is Really important is…..
We will be making our annual appearance 4th of July week at the Aspen Farmer’s Market this Friday July 3rd. The EatAspen booth will once again judge who amongst us is the Fastest Watermelon Eater in the West at high noon.
2008 Champ at the finish line
We are also calling on all Aspenites & Aspen Ideas Festival attendees to take a chance with your powers of the mind by trying to win the Jelly Bean Counting contest.
1-2-3-4....
This is actually quite entertaining for us, watching minds at work, especially young minds. Closest to the actual number wins all the beans. Find the EatAspen.com booth in front of The Cheese Shop / Specialty Foods of Aspen on Hunter Street in downtown Aspen Friday July 3rd and say hi, take a guess, have some melon, and be happy.
“Fastest Watermelon Eater in the West” Copyright 2009 EatAspen LLC
Hotel Jerome Hosts Chef’s 18th Annual 4th of July BBQ. Hot Dogs $5, Hamburgers $8, pulled BBQ Pork Sandwich $7, Pasta Salad. Potato Salad, Cole Slaw, Cookies. 11am July 4th 2009. Music by Big Daddy Lee and the King Bees. 970-429-7732
A party is always a little better if your helping someone out. There is a fundraiser being thrown for local Aspen musician Bobby Mason. The benefit is in Aspen at Bumps Restaurant at Buttermilk Ski Area. Tickets $30 at the door. Includes 2 drink tickets, food, and great entertainment! Sunday June 28th 2pm-9pm Food Served 4-8pm. Musical line up “Starwood”, H3 & Mason, “leadwood” with John Oates, Big Daddy Lee and the King Bees, Harleywood, Slightly White, Aspen Greats form 40 years & Special Guests. Silent Auction featuring Guitars by Jimmy Buffet, John Oates, and the 40 year band. See you there.
Great beer, food, music and fun. This year’s festival, the 20th Annual Colorado Brewers’ Festival in Downtown Fort Collins will take place June 27 & 28, 2009. Over 50 Colorado beers and 400 kegs will be enjoyed along with great live music Saturday and Sunday in Historic Downtown!
Another Road Trip perhaps?
The 28th Annual Telluride Wine Festival June 25th – 28th, 2009 offers food and wine enthusiasts an unforgettable four-day event with a rare opportunity to meet winemakers, celebrity chefs, and sommeliers for an unparalleled educational and epicurean experience.
Road Trip to Telluride anyone?
I checked out Aspen’s Food and Wine Festival. I can’t believe you can fit that many people into Aspen! All the restaurants in Aspen were packed and people were spilling into the streets. Everyone was wearing their food and wine pass with zeal! It was great to see town buzzing with energy and most of the shops were open and had their own parties going on.
The music school students added an extra ambience to downtown with a different group playing on every corner.
Here are a few pics from a short walk around town.
EatAspen needs a Food&Wine pass. Our budget is tapped and we still need a pass for a key member of our staff, Katrina. Yes, we believe in random acts of kindness. So did you once.. Bring it on. Email Katrina.
A week after the blast we still want to reminisce about some of the side show treats.
Sometimes you just need something sweet. After a day of tasting chili at the Snowmass Chili Pepper & Brew Fest it was time to try out the other options. I started with mini donuts from Jake’s Donuts. Yummy! They make them to order! Jake’s mom poured in the batter and little donuts dropped into the frying. Soon they were sprinkled with sugar and cinnamon! The little donuts melted as I popped them into my mouth.
Who can pass up the Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory? The carmel apples looked so good and I figured I need a little fruit. I tried the carmel apple which was also dipped in chocolate and cinnamon and sugar. Wow! It was so rich. I could only eat half and took the rest home. The next day I headed back to the Chocolate Factory and bought a pretzle dipped in chocolate with mini m&ms sprinkled on top. Wow! Who would have thought a chocolate dipped preztle has the perfect ratio of salty and sweet? I could have eaten a couple of those.
I couldn’t stop with the pretzels, I had to move to the booth next to it and grab some popcorn and candied pecans. I love candied nuts and ate half the bag right there! Every festival the nut guys seem to be there. I always look forward to buying a couple bags of candied nuts.
Normally I wouldn’t buy so many sweets but hey I was a bit tipsy and everything looked so good. I didn’t want to wait until the next Snowmass Chili Pepper & Brew Fest!
Walk on down to Hopkins Ave. and Hunter St. for the Aspen Saturday Market and find Colorado grown fruits and vegetables, artisan cheese, gourmet pasta, organic baked goods, kettle corn, great art, and the chili roaster who usually rolls around in the fall… Good Stuff. Every Saturday 8 am-3 pm June 20th-October 17
The Basalt Sunday Market begins this Sunday as well. Stop on by for some goodies you didn’t get in Aspen on Saturday…Every Sunday you’ll find an assortment of vendors, feature demonstrations and fun activities. Vendors include produce, prepared food, merchandise and arts. Rotating demonstrations range from cooking, to creative dance, to planting. We’ll host engaging kid’s activities each week as well as feature live music. Market runs every Sunday 9 am-2 pm from June 21st-October 4th.
The Carbondale Farmers Market begins this Wednesday June 17 and runs every Wed. until September 30th. Find it all from 10 am-3 pm on Main and Four St.
The Glenwood Spring Downtown Market is on Tuesdays 4 pm-dusk June 23rd-September 29th. Centennial Park 9th and Grand Ave.
