We meet monthly over a glass of wine or other beverage to discuss and learn about exciting destinations and new ways to discover the culinary delights around the world. We will explore both domestic and international destinations that have a unique sense of place and strong culinary heritage. Join us June 2 at the Total Wine on Camelback & 16th Street for our first meet-up! Must RSVP to reserve your place as space is limited.

Food is a complex topic and involves society, behavior, geo-politics, culture, beliefs, history, trends, fads, art, marketing, sensorial perceptions, biology and, well, almost everything. Beyond the Menu offers special interest classes in food and culture hosted by Chefs, subject matter experts and Culinary Educators in a fun, engaging and educational forum. We invite you to join us for a delectable exploration of food that ranges from recipes to food philosophy, traditions of the past to curre …

If you're a fan of America's Test Kitchen, Cook's Illustrated, Gourmet , Bon Appetit or Saveur magazines this is the group for you. We are about learning, stretching, teaching and enjoying the process of making good food.