AURORA – Holiday food events in the metro area include:
12th Annual Denver Christkindl Market, through Dec. 22, Skyline Park, Denver. Information: denverchristkindlmarket.com. Details: Christmas market featuring German-style breads, pastries and other foods
Hammond’s Candy Factory Tour, 5735 Washington St., Denver. Information: hammondscandies.com. Details: Watch candy being crafted and visit the gift shop for an array of candycane flavors and ribbon candy
Holiday Tea, through December, Brown Palace Hotel Atrium, Denver. Reservations: 303-297-3111. Details: Traditional tea including scones, pastries, sandwiches and tea with live music
Holiday Tea, through December 23, Hotel Boulderado, Boulder. Information: boulderado.com. Details: Menu includes lemon blueberry scones, egg salad sandwiches with watercress, tea desserts and pastries. Gluten-free menu also available.
COOKING CLASSES
Santa’s Sweet Shop, Dec. 1, Expo Recreation Center, Aurora. Information: auroragov.org/cooking. Details: Meadowood Shila Willson shows kids how to make white fudge, molded chocolates and holiday pretzel treats. Upcoming: Also: Holiday Cookie House, Dec. 18; Oregon Pinot Noir Tasting (Dec. 4); Handroll Sushi (Jan.23); Teen knife skills (Jan. 26); Mardi Gras Party (Feb. 11)
UPCOMING EVENTS
Pints and Painting, Dec. 16, Copper Kettle Brewing, Denver. Information: copperkettledenver.com. Details: Create art with the help of an instructor and get your first beer free
Denver Bacon and Beer Festival, Dec. 9, Mile High Station. Information: baconandbeer.net/denver. Details: The inaugural wedding of pork and hops includes bacon-based dishes from local chefs and hog-friendly local brews; proceeds benefit Project Angel Heart.
COLORADO FOOD INFORMATION
Download a free copy of the foodie-oriented Colfax Local Flavor Guide: coloradolocalfirst.com/colfax
For more information on Colorado’s agricultural products, farmers markets and events, download a copy of the Colorado Farm Fresh Directory at coloradoagriculture.com/farmfresh
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