Join MCA Denver and Id Est at the bulthaup showroom on Thursday, April 11 at 5:30PM for a very special version of Dinner Society. The evening will illuminate sustainability in the culinary realm, featuring Mara King, Director of Fermentation & Sustainability, and Caroline Clark, Director of Beverage & Hospitality of the Michelin-awarded Id Est. Guests will indulge in curated natural wines and savor zero-waste grazing table from Dry Storage Bakehouse. The event promises a deep dive into the fermentation process, with Mara King offering invaluable insights, and Caroline Clark providing expertise on natural wines. Immerse yourself in the world of sustainability in the elevated and inspired space dedicated to our generous Dinner Society sponsor, bulthaup | Kd.

Refunds will not be honored more than 72 hours in advance but you are always welcome to transfer your tickets to another person. Please email programs@mcadenver.org for assistance with ticket transfers.

Dinner Society is generously sponsored by bulthaup/Kitchen Distributors.

About The Speakers

Caroline Clark is the Beverage and Hospitality Director for Colorado-based James Beard Award nominated restaurant group, Id Est. She oversees the programming at Michelin 1-Star / Green Star awarded concepts, The Wolf's Tailor and Brutø, as well as the acclaimed restaurants BASTA, Hey Kiddo, and Dry Storage Bakehouse. She was awarded the 2023 Michelin Exceptional Cocktails award for Colorado. She holds the title of Sommelier Judge from the Somm Journal, where her work was recently published discussing her passion for sustainability in the hospitality industry.

Mara King has built a robust career as a food professional in Colorado, USA. Working as a chef in her 20s, a business owner in her 30s, and a fermentation educator and researcher in her 40s. As the Director of Fermentation and Sustainability for Id Est, Mara brings into play her passion for good food, traditional arts, and robust local food systems. She is working to establish and enliven systems for circular economies to close loops and prevent food waste within the restaurant group and the community at large. Her presence goes beyond her local arena into the world through education, film making, and public speaking. You can see her TedX presentation and the People’s Republic of Fermentation, a film series she helped to create on YouTube.

About Id Est

Id Est is a visionary hospitality group with a commitment to excellent guest experience and environmental impact. Our restaurant kitchens and bars focus on supporting regenerative agricultural ingredients, specifically by developing a closed loop system for local, heirloom grain. Zero waste principles guide our operations, ensuring a minimal environmental footprint and a dedication to preserving ingredients through our garden and fermentation programs. We prioritize social sustainability, fostering a culture that nurtures and empowers our team, with a goal of creating a balance between excellence and the well-being of all involved.