The Boulder International Film Festival is set to host its much-anticipated culinary extravaganza, CineCHEF, on Thursday, April 9, 2026, with this year’s theme highlighting an impressive lineup of Badass Women Chefs. CineCHEF is a flagship festival-favorite event that challenges nationally recognized culinary talents to create film-inspired dishes based on a movie theme. As the eyes of the film world turn to Boulder, we look forward to showcasing the women who helped us become Bon Appétit’s “Foodiest Town in America.” Join us!
Join the Badass Women Chefs!
Thursday, April 9, 2026 – 5:30-7:00pm
Rembrandt Yard, 1301 Spruce Street
$120 CineCHEF Ticket
$170 Amuse Bouche Preview + CineCHEF Ticket
(Not included in Festival Pass. Free for Red Carpet Passholders and donors at $5,000+)
Amuse Bouche- $170 per ticket (+service fees), 5:00pm advanced entry time
Back by popular demand!
A Champagne Preview for those who want the ultimate CineCHEF experience! Buy the Amuse Bouche Preview ticket to enter 30 minutes early and enjoy a welcome glass of bubbly, plus a special gift. Taste all those scrumptious chef delights before anyone else! Limited number available.
General Admission – $120 per ticket, 5:30pm event entry time
Taste the cinema-based masterpieces and vote for your favorite while enjoying live music, paired wines, craft cocktails, local beers and desserts.
FILM-INSPIRED DISHES! 2022 CHEFS/RESTAURANTS LISTED BELOW:
Chef Rich Byers
EXECUTIVE CHEF
JILL’S RESTAURANT & BISTRO
St Julien Hotel & Spa, Boulder, CO
Blind Ambition
Australia, FEATURE DOCUMENTARY, 2020, 96 MIN
Having escaped starvation and tyranny in their homeland of Zimbabwe, four refugees have conquered the odds to become South Africa’s top sommeliers. Driven by relentless optimism, a passion for their craft and unshakeable national pride, they form Zimbabwe’s first ever wine tasting team and set their sights on the coveted title of ‘World Wine Tasting Champions’. From the moment they arrive in France to compete, this team of mavericks turns an establishment of privilege and tradition on its head. A truly uplifting documentary that celebrates just how irrepressible the human spirit can be.
Directed by Robert Coe, Warwick Ross
Produced by Warwick Ross, Robert Coe
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