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CineCHEF Returns to BIFF 2025

Thursday March 13, 2025

The Boulder International Film Festival is set to host its much-anticipated culinary extravaganza, CineCHEF, on Thursday, March 13, 2025. CineCHEF will take on an extra special dimension, paying homage to the culinary classics that have defined the uniqueness of Boulder's food scene over the years. What better occasion to celebrate the heritage of Boulder than by honoring our favorite restaurants and the visionary chefs who have solidified this town's reputation as Bon Appétit's Foodiest Town in America. Join us in a culinary journey that captures the essence of Boulder's rich gastronomic legacy.
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General Admission $120

Taste the cinema-based masterpieces while also enjoying music, paired wines, local beers and desserts, all while enjoying the spectacular view.

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Amuse-Bouche $170

Back by popular demand! Champagne Preview for those who want the ultimate CineCHEF experience! Buy the Amuse Bouche Preview ticket, and enter 30 minutes early, enjoy a welcome glass of bubbly, and a special gift. Taste all those scrumptious chef delights before anyone else! Limited number available.

2025 Lineup coming soon!

View the 2024 Lineup to get a taste of what’s in store.

The 2024 Chef Lineup 

CineChef - Rich Byers

CHEF RICH BYERS

EXECUTIVE CHEF

JILL’S RESTAURANT & BISTRO

CHEF RICH BYERS

EXECUTIVE CHEF

@ JILL’S RESTAURANT & BISTRO

JILL’S RESTAURANT & BISTRO

A beloved establishment in Boulder, Jill’s Restaurant and Bistro resides within the St Julien Hotel, which opened its doors almost exactly when the first BIFF hit Boulder. Known for its contemporary American cuisine, the menu’s rich flavors and artfully crafted dishes create an experience that is almost too beautiful to indulge in.

JILL’S RESTAURANT & BISTRO

A beloved establishment in Boulder, Jill’s Restaurant and Bistro resides within the St Julien Hotel, which opened its doors almost exactly when the first BIFF hit Boulder. Known for its contemporary American cuisine, the menu’s rich flavors and artfully crafted dishes create an experience that is almost too beautiful to indulge in.

Chef Bradford Heap

CHEF BRADFORD HEAP

EXECUTIVE CHEF/OWNER

SALT

CHEF BRADFORD HEAP

EXECUTIVE CHEF/OWNER

SALT

SALT

Salt the Bistro came to fruition in 2009 under the visionary leadership of Founder and Chef Bradford Heap. A culinary oasis in the heart of downtown Boulder, Salt is committed to sustainability and exquisite flavors. This beloved Pearl Street restaurant takes pride in embodying the principles of regenerative farming, and is committed to meticulously sourcing the finest organic produce to create unforgettable dishes that celebrate the Earth’s bounty and support a healthier and more sustainable future.

SALT

Salt the Bistro came to fruition in 2009 under the visionary leadership of Founder and Chef Bradford Heap. A culinary oasis in the heart of downtown Boulder, Salt is committed to sustainability and exquisite flavors. This beloved Pearl Street restaurant takes pride in embodying the principles of regenerative farming, and is committed to meticulously sourcing the finest organic produce to create unforgettable dishes that celebrate the Earth’s bounty and support a healthier and more sustainable future.

Chef Sheila Lucero | Jax Fish House & Oyster Bar

CHEF SHEILA LUCERO

EXECUTIVE CHEF

JAX FISH HOUSE & OYSTER BAR

CHEF SHEILA LUCERO

EXECUTIVE CHEF

JAX FISH HOUSE & OYSTER BAR

JAX FISH HOUSE & OYSTER BAR

Now celebrating its 30th anniversary, Jax Fish House made its debut on the Boulder culinary scene in 1994, nestled in the heart of Boulder on Pearl Street. As part of Dave and Dana Query’s Big Red F Restaurant Group, the establishment is now overseen by the culinary prowess of Chef Sheila Lucero. Under her guidance, Jax has evolved into a pioneer in the sustainable seafood dialogue within the restaurant industry.

JAX FISH HOUSE & OYSTER BAR

Now celebrating its 30th anniversary, Jax Fish House made its debut on the Boulder culinary scene in 1994, nestled in the heart of Boulder on Pearl Street. As part of Dave and Dana Query’s Big Red F Restaurant Group, the establishment is now overseen by the culinary prowess of Chef Sheila Lucero. Under her guidance, Jax has evolved into a pioneer in the sustainable seafood dialogue within the restaurant industry.

CineChef Bob Sargent

CHEF BOB SARGENT

EXECUTIVE CHEF/OWNER

SAVORY CATERING

CHEF BOB SARGENT

EXECUTIVE CHEF/OWNER

SAVORY CATERING

SAVORY CATERING

With over 23 years of culinary expertise in Boulder’s vibrant kitchens, Bob Sargent has left his mark on some of the city’s finest restaurants. His culinary journey led him to the creation of Savory Cuisines Catering, which began as a modest Private Chef service 18 years ago. Today, it has flourished into Boulder’s largest catering company.

SAVORY CATERING

With over 23 years of culinary expertise in Boulder’s vibrant kitchens, Bob Sargent has left his mark on some of the city’s finest restaurants. His culinary journey led him to the creation of Savory Cuisines Catering, which began as a modest Private Chef service 18 years ago. Today, it has flourished into Boulder’s largest catering company.

Chef Michael Bertozzi

CHEF MICHAEL BERTOZZI

VP OF CULINARY

THE KITCHEN AMERICAN BISTRO

CHEF MICHAEL BERTOZZI

VP OF CULINARY

THE KITCHEN AMERICAN BISTRO

THE KITCHEN AMERICAN BISTRO

Established in 2004 by Kimbal Musk and Hugo Matheson, The Kitchen American Bistro has been a downtown Boulder staple for over 20 years. Renowned for its bold and dramatic menu infused with colorful details, the restaurant also boasts some of the most eclectic cocktails that Boulder has to offer.

THE KITCHEN AMERICAN BISTRO

Established in 2004 by Kimbal Musk and Hugo Matheson, The Kitchen American Bistro has been a downtown Boulder staple for over 20 years. Renowned for its bold and dramatic menu infused with colorful details, the restaurant also boasts some of the most eclectic cocktails that Boulder has to offer.

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CHEF EDWIN ZOE

EXECUTIVE CHEF

Zoe Ma Ma

CHEF EDWIN ZOE

EXECUTIVE CHEF

Zoe Ma Ma

ZOE MA MA

This humble operation just off Pearl Street wears its charms on its sleeves: a mother-and-son collaboration between Founder Edwin Zoe and Chef Anna Zoe, who cooks up her take on traditional from-scratch recipes using high quality local ingredients, resulting in soul-satisfying, homey dishes that are a staple to the Boulder food scene. This Boulder classic also has a second location, in Denver’s Union Station, that is just as popular.

24 CARROT BISTRO

This humble operation just off Pearl Street wears its charms on its sleeves: a mother-and-son collaboration between Founder Edwin Zoe and Chef Anna Zoe, who cooks up her take on traditional from-scratch recipes using high quality local ingredients, resulting in soul-satisfying, homey dishes that are a staple to the Boulder food scene. This Boulder classic also has a second location, in Denver’s Union Station, that is just as popular.

Chef Jeremy McGinty

CHEF JEREMY MCGINTY

CHEF DE CUISINE

RIVER AND WOODS

CHEF JEREMY MCGINTY

CHEF DE CUISINE

RIVER AND WOODS

RIVER AND WOODS

Nestled within a 50-year-old building that once housed the iconic John’s Restaurant, the pioneer of ‘fine dining’ in Boulder, River and Woods graces east Pearl Street. This culinary gem offers ‘Colorado Comfort Cuisine’ and locally sourced recipes in a charming and cozy space, preserving the rich history of its location.

RIVER AND WOODS

Nestled within a 50-year-old building that once housed the iconic John’s Restaurant, the pioneer of ‘fine dining’ in Boulder, River and Woods graces east Pearl Street. This culinary gem offers ‘Colorado Comfort Cuisine’ and locally sourced recipes in a charming and cozy space, preserving the rich history of its location.

Chef Gage Hascall-Dove

CHEF GAGE HASCALL-DOVE

EXECUTIVE CHEF

BLACKBELLY

CHEF GAGE HASCALL-DOVE

EXECUTIVE CHEF

BLACKBELLY

BLACKBELLY

Established in 2011 by Top Chef Season 5 winner Hosea Rosenberg, Blackbelly started as the Front Range’s leading boutique catering and events company. Since then, it has evolved into an acclaimed Michelin award-winning restaurant and local market, renowned for its expertise in whole-animal butchery and beyond.

BLACKBELLY

Established in 2011 by Top Chef Season 5 winner Hosea Rosenberg, Blackbelly started as the Front Range’s leading boutique catering and events company. Since then, it has evolved into an acclaimed Michelin award-winning restaurant and local market, renowned for its expertise in whole-animal butchery and beyond.

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