Farm Dinner in Lyons, Brewed Food Launch, Promo at Protein Bar

Originally published in August 2015, view original article here.

RINO & DOWNTOWN — The SpringHill Suites Denver Downtown at MSU Denver has partnered with Imbibe to offer a unique new way for visitors to explore Colorado’s craft beer scene with the Craft Chronicles Brewery Package. For rates that start at $189, beer lovers can enjoy accommodations in a spacious guest suite, two limited-edition pint glasses, and a visit to three RiNo breweries, including round-trip shuttle service. Our Mutual Friend, Epic Brewing Company, and Ratio Beerworks will pour two 2 ounce limited release tasters at each location per person and one 10 ounce pour at each location per person. To make a reservation, call 303.705.7300.

MULTIPLE LOCATIONS — Heatlhy fast-casual chain Protein Bar recently launched its Summer Shake Up scratch-off lottery promotion. Guests who make any purchase between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. any day between now and August 16 will receive a scratch card that can lead to a number of prizes. Prizes include ½ off any shake after 2 p.m., $2 shakes anytime, free Kombucha, and free 12 oz. shakes after 2 p.m. for 5 people. There’s even a grand prize that includes a GoPro, 50 blended drinks, Bluetooth speakers, a Spotify Giftcard and sunglasses.

LYONS — On August 5 starting at 6 p.m., Cured is hosting a farm dinner at Riverbend in Lyons. The evening will kick off with lawn games, charcuterie, and rose and will continue with a tasting menu featuring produce from Oxford Gardens, Bona Vida Growers, Lyons Farmette, and Cure Organic Farm. Reservations to the dinner that costs $110 per person can be made by calling Cured at 720.389.8096.

RINO — Chef and certified cicerone Jensen Cummings has launched Brewed Food, a collective of chefs and brewers who aim to push culinary boundaries of the beer and food scene. On Friday August 7 from 4 to 7 p.m. at Crooked Stave (3350 Brighton Boulevard) Brewed-Food is launching the Road to GABF Tasting Room Tour. Chef Cummings has created a signature dish incorporating brewing inspiration, ingredients, and techniques being paired along side two Crooked Stave brews. Pairings are only $8 while supplies last.

Written by: Andra Zeppelin