Insider's Peek at the Denver Food + Wine Festival (and discount code)

Insider's Peek at the Denver Food + Wine Festival (and discount code)

On August 26-29, one of Denver's most respected, most fun, most lively food festivals happens (plus wine and a whole lot more). It's the Denver Food + Wine Festival and, in this episode of the In Good Taste Denver Podcast, you'll get a preview of what to expect from Hadley Thomas who is on the team of organizers. She tells you what to expect, how to get the most of it, what's so unique about each of the events that comprise the festival and more. Listen but also check out our article on InGoodTasteDenver.com [https://ingoodtastedenver.com/denver-food-wine-festival-3/].

Editor's Picks for What's In Good Taste in July

The height of summer brings so many ways to enjoy the best of Colorado's food, arts, culture and travel opportunities. In this episode of the In Good Taste Denver Podcast, I share a few of the events that really stand out to me for July. While our whole What's In Good Taste in July roundup on the InGoodTasteDenver.com website is always curated, these are the happenings that I'm suggesting you pay particular attention to. Of course, the entire list [https://ingoodtastedenver.com/whats-in-good-taste-in-july-4/], with details and live links is there for you on the site. Start marking your calendar now for all the fun.

Head Up to the Telluride Reserve

At more than 9,000 feet above sea level, the July 30-August 1, 2026 Telluride Reserve hits the heights with a food and wine festival that facilitates real connection between attendees, chefs and winemakers (and the fantastic food and drink they provide). In this episode of the In Good Taste Denver Podcast, you'll meet the founder and organizer of the event, Nicole Garman, who tells us how the Telluride Reserve came to be, what it's like to attend, and she provides some tips for making the most of it. We also share that, if you use our code InGoodTaste2026 at checkout, you'll receive 10% off all tickets, whether you're coming for one event or several. Visit us on InGoodTasteDenver.com to see Nicole and photos from prior events plus the link to the website and Telluride Reserve's social media.

Here's Why You'll Want to Attend the Breckenridge Wine Classic

Sure, any event can sound fun, especially when delicious wines, great food and fabulous scenery are concerned. But when you hear more about that event directly from the person who has planned the event, getting inside scoop and personal recommendations, it's even better. Listen to our In Good Taste Denver Podcast episode with Kristen Slater, who tells us all about the Breckenridge Wine Classic, happening August 22-22, 2026.

Everything to Know About the Santa Fe Opera 2026 Season

Join me and my guest, Kalob Martinez, the Advertising & Business Relations Manager for Santa Fe Opera as he gives us a taste of the 2026 season's productions. In addition, he explains what to expect both as you're making plans to attend and when you attend, from what to do beforehand (pre-opera dinner is a whole "thing"), what to wear, where to sit and why. Kalob takes us behind-the-scenes to the planning and production of each season and all the work that has gone into making the 2026 season so memorable. You'll also get his local's tips for things to do while staying in Santa Fe! Learn more, see photos, and get live links on our associated article on InGoodTasteDenver.com.