2021 Denver Food + Wine Festival

La Diabla

Chef Jose Vilchez, a Mexico City native, has left an indelible mark on the culinary landscape, earning 2 James Beard nominations for Best Chef: Mountain region in 2022 and 2023, garnering acclaim for his innovative approach to Mexican cuisine. Beginning as a partner and chef at Machete Tequila + Tacos, he quickly rose to prominence, […]

Black+Haus Tavern

Welcome to Black+Haus Tavern, the ultimate destination for unforgettable moments in Downtown Littleton and Downtown Parker. As your go-to gathering spot, we pride ourselves on being locally owned, boasting a Chef-driven scratch kitchen, and offering an array of craft cocktails. With our Chef’s creative menu, an impressive wine selection, and an extensive array of over […]

Ted’s Montana Grill

Ted’s Montana Grill was founded in 2002 by environmentalist Ted Turner and award-winning restaurateur George McKerrow. Known for its made-from-scratch, classic American cuisine, the menu includes ranch-raised bison and premium beef selections, iconic burgers, hand-cut, aged steaks in its on-premise butcher shop, all-natural chicken, fresh seafood, salads with locally-sourced ingredients, hand-crafted cocktails, bourbons, local beers, […]

James Doxon
TStreet

Chef James Doxon opened TStreet as the executive chef in 2016. He is now the Culinary Director of VIBE Concepts, the largest local hospitality group in Colorado. While growing as a Chef, James traveled around Europe learning flavors and techniques from various chefs and their cultures. He was nominated for a James Beard Award at […]

Alexander Lopez
Monarch Chophouse

Alexander Lopez was raised in a challenging neighborhood in Southeast Los Angeles, California. Despite the presence of gang activity around him, he was motivated from a young age to avoid that lifestyle and instead pursue his passion for cooking. As a young person, Alexander’s grandmother recognized his love for the culinary arts and taught him […]

Bill Taibe
Kawa Ni

Chef Bill Taibe is a James Beard nominated Chef and owner of Kawa Ni, a lively izakaya in a historic firehouse located in the heart of LoHi. Kawa Ni provides a warm welcoming space to enjoy creative cocktails, a broad whisky selection and shareable plates like dumplings, onigiri, tofu pockets, raw fish and seasonal vegetables. […]