Comal Impact Dinner - April 2019 - Farewell to Chef Tim!

Comal's April 2019 Impact Dinner marks a special, bittersweet occasion: the departure of our beloved Executive Chef Tim Bender! Join us as we toast to all that Tim has accomplished at Comal, leading the charge in the kitchen since day one. To honor him, each course will be prepared by a different Comal participant, paying homage to the techniques they've learned under his guidance while spanning multiple cultures and styles of cuisine. Wine and cocktail pairings will be curated by Friends & Family's Kevin Galaba, Tim's favorite beverage expert.  General Admission tickets are now on sale for $75 per person all-inclusive. The full menu will include: * First Course: Bosnian Meza * Second Course: Fattoush and Harira * Third Course: Birria de Puerco (pork stew) with handmade corn torillas and three fresh salsas * Fourth Course: Jaj Bl Firin (yogurt-marinated slow roasted halal chicken legs) with Iraqi biriyani * Dessert: Lemon Lavender Tartlets with Pâte de Fruit, Honey Wine Four elevated Chef’s Counter tickets are available for $125 per person all-inclusive, for VIP guests to join Chef Tim sitting up-close-and-personal to all of the action in the kitchen. In addition to the main menu, Chef's Counter guests will enjoy internationally inspired delicacies such as Aguachile, Doro Wot, Chicaharron de Puerco, and more, plus premium drink pairings.   Focus Points Family Resource Center (the nonprofit behind Comal) and Friends and Family (a nonprofit organization comprised of, and designed to serve, Colorado's hospitality industry employees) have partnered to host this special event, sponsored by Suerte Tequila. Proceeds will benefit Comal's garden, one of Chef Tim's signature projects.  **Please notify us of any dietary restrictions as soon as you purchase your tickets!**