Chrysalis Herbs

Lavender Fest
2019-07-08 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Denver) | Crested Butte Wildflower Festival, Crested Butte, CO, United States
Come and learn all the wonderful ways you can grow and use this beautiful,
fragrant and easy to grow plant. You’ll make and take home Herbes de Provence
seasoning blend, soothing lavender/calendula lip balm, conditioning herbal hair
rinse, fragrant lavender sachets to scent drawers or to use in the dryer, and a refreshing
facial toner. Recipes and take-home samples included.t

Stalking the Wild Edible
2019-07-06 09:30 - 12:30 | Crested Butte Wildflower Festival, Crested Butte, CO, United States
Explore the fascinating world of wild edibles. We’ll start with an herb walk to
identify common tasty plants. Learn how to make tasty teas, nutritious salads and delicious
additions to pasta, veggies and side dishes. Discover how to locate, identify,
harvest and prepare wild edibles to add nutrition and flavor to your meals. We’ll end
with a delicious, vegetarian, wild foods lunch. Experience the fun and benefits of eating
on the wild side! Handout, recipes and lunch included.

Gardens to Glass
2019-07-05 16:00 - 18:00 | Crested Butte Wildflower Festival, Crested Butte, CO, United States
Become your own mixologist and dazzle your family and guests with custom crafted cocktails and tapas. Participants will learn to make aqua frescas, elixirs, and syrups using ingredients from the garden and fresh markets. Includes drink and tapas tastings and handout with recipes. Susan’s book, The Herbalist’s Happy Hour will be available for purchase.

Garden to Glass, Summer Drink and Tapas Workshop
2019-06-07 18:00 - 20:30 | Denver Botanic Gardens, 1007 York Street, Denver, CO, 80206, United States
Learn how to make the most of your summertime libations. Participants learn to make refreshing aqua frescas, extraordinary elixirs, digestive bitters, and sensational syrups made from fruits and herbs from the garden and summer markets. Become your own mixologist and dazzle your family and guests with custom crafted cocktails and delicious thirst quenchers. Create delicious tapas to go along with those delightful drink creations. Add some sparkle to those summer gatherings! Handout with recipes, drink samples, and tapas included.

Special Instructions: Cooking class, plant list with growing hints, beverage and tapas tasting and take home fruity shrub concentrate and bitters. No alcohol will be served.

The Cooks Herb Garden, Workshop and Dinner
2019-04-16 18:00 - 20:30 | Denver Botanic Gardens, 1007 York Street, Denver, CO, 80206, United States
Discover the numerous health and taste benefits of your own herb garden. We’ll cover growing, harvesting and culinary uses of 7 of the most popular culinary herbs including marjoram, parsley, sage, rosemary, thyme, chives, basil and more.We’ll make an all purpose garden seasoning blend and have a delicious herbal meal. Take home an herb blend and an extensive handout with recipes and growing instructions.

Herbal Home and Garden Workshop/Luncheon
2019-04-13 09:00 - 13:00 | Denver Botanic Gardens, 1007 York Street, Denver, CO, 80206, United States
Learn how to create a garden full of plants that can be used in the kitchen, medicine cabinet, spa, and cleaning cupboard. Discover herbs for culinary teas and seasoning blends, spa body and bath care, first aid, and toxin free green cleaning. Enjoy a delicious herbal lunch featuring Roasted Tomato Gazpacho with Parmesan Crisps; Herbed Chicken Salad with Green Goddess Dressing and finish with Rosemary Rhubarb Cobbler. From an herbal ingredient buffet, make and take home an herbal seasoning blend, nurturing tea blend, herb infused vinegar, exfoliating body scrub, soothing lip balm and all-purpose cleaner. Discover the fascinating world of herbs! Lunch, extensive handout, take home products, herb growing instructions, and recipes included.

Spring Self Renewal Mini Retreat
2019-03-23 10:00 - 13:00 | Denver Botanic Gardens, 1007 York Street, Denver, CO, 80206, United States
Spring is a time of renewal and reawakening. Take some time off to discover herbal tonics, health boosting super foods, and natural skin products you can make yourself. Learn simple self-care practices to regain balance and vibrant health. We’ll make and bring home a soothing lavender/calendula skin salve, a cleansing and purifying face mask and a detoxifying spring tonic along with recipes and lots of new ideas for becoming your best self. Delicious super foods lunch and all materials included. Treat yourself!

Mexican Fiesta Cooking Class and Dinner
2019-03-16 10:00 - 12:30 | Denver Botanic Gardens, 1007 York Street, Denver, CO, 80206, United States
Discover the ease of preparing delicious dishes from south of the border! Learn how to master the classics: salsa, guacamole and chipotle crema and use them for garnishes for a Mexican meatball soup, creamy chicken with pumpkin seed sauce and zesty fish tacos. Wash it all down with hibiscus/lime tea and chili chocolate cupcakes. Recipes and dinner included.

Delicious Vegetarian
2019-02-16 10:00 - 12:30 | Denver Botanic Gardens, 1007 York Street, Denver, CO, 80206, United States
Discover the scrumptious side of international vegetarian cuisine! We’ll begin with a savory salad and continue with a delicious butternut squash curry, a spicy cashew veggie stir fry, a pesto and roasted veggie pizza and end with a sweet. Eat your veggies and love doing it! Recipes and full meal included.

Art of Pressed Flowers
2019-02-09 09:30 - 12:00 | Denver Botanic Gardens, 1007 York Street, Denver, CO, 80206, United States
Can’t wait for spring flowers? Spend an enjoyable morning creating your own masterpieces with gorgeous pressed flowers. We’ll make beautiful floral bookmarks and cards, a reusable floral glass votive, and a botanical dipped candle to take home. Learn the best flowers to grow and how to press for optimal color, durability, and longevity. Handout and all materials provided.

Gifts from the Herb Garden
2018-12-01 09:30 - 12:00 | Denver Botanic Gardens, 1007 York Street, Denver, CO, 80206, United States
Spend a fun morning crafting enchanting gifts to delight friends and family. Make and take home chocolate delights including delicious chocolate nut clusters and irresistible chocolate dipped candied ginger and orange peel. Learn how to make spicy/sweet cocktail nuts, a soothing lavender lip balm, a pressed-flower glass candle holder and pot up some narcissus for fragrant blooms. We ll have chai tea and scones to keep that creative juice going. Recipes and all materials included. Treat yourself!

Scrumptious Holiday Appetizers, Cooking Class and Dinner
2018-11-15 18:00 - 20:30 | Denver Botanic Gardens, 1007 York Street, Denver, CO, 80206, United States
Take the stress out of the holidays and add some pizzazz to your entertaining with these easy, elegant offerings. We will make Baby Crab Cakes with Chive Aioli, Roasted Tamari Roasted Pumpkin Seeds, smoky Baba Ganoush, creamy Queso Fundido with Chorizo, Lemon Rosemary Olives and savory Veggie Flatbread. Recipes and generous tastings provided. Be the hit of the holiday season!

Food Preservation Boot Camp
2018-09-29 | Denver Botanic Gardens at Chatfield Farms, : 8500 W Deer Creek Canyon Rd,, Littleton, CO, Colorado, 80128, United States
Part I of Food Preservation Boot Camp Series: Drying & Freezing
Morning Class
Turn your garden or farmers market bounty into a ready-to-use pantry full of flavorful dried or frozen veggies, fruits and herbs. Get an overview of the best freezing and drying techniques.
Fun and easy to process, compact dried and/or frozen food is perfect for long storage, high nutrient value and concentrated taste. This preservation method is ideal for camping, school lunches, small storage spaces, and quick, tasty meals. Beginner level course, all levels welcome. Recipes and generous tastings provided.
Instructor: Susan Evans, Clinical Herbalist, Chef, & Owner of Chrysalis Herbs
Part II of Preservation Boot Camp Series: Fermentation
Early Afternoon Class
Did you know that most of the worlds favorite foods, including bread, cheese, beer, and chocolate involve fermentation? Fermentation is all the rage these days from house made pickles to hot sauce to kombucha to mead; it seems that every locavore worth their salt has a crock of something fermenting in their basement.
Want to get in on the fun? Join Veteran to Farmer graduate at Denver Botanic Gardens, Royce Hale, for this tasty and informative beginner-level class where well discuss the basics of fermentation, its health benefits, and how you can safely and deliciously ferment at home. Whether you’re interested in fermented pickles, kimchi, kombucha or sauerkraut, this class will have you ready to make your own incredible house made fermented foods! This is a beginner-friendly course. Generous tastings and recipes included.
Instructor: Royce Hale
Part III of Preservation Boot Camp Series: Boiling Water-Bath Canning
Late Afternoon Class
Come enjoy an afternoon at Chatfield Farms while learning how to safely and creatively preserve your summer and fall bounties to last you through the winter months! No need to be intimidated by the art of canning any longer!
This beginning canning class will teach the new/beginner home canner the basics for boiling water bath canning. We will cover equipment you need, recipe sources, food safety, and we will make 2 different items for your pantry. Generous tasting and recipes will be provided.
Instructor: Kathy Lee, Owner of Modern Gingham Preserves
Special Instructions: This class takes place exclusively outside at Chatfield Farms (in the outdoor kitchen) and is an all-day program. Please dress accordingly for weather. Water and sunscreen are advised. There will be breaks in between classes. Generous tastings will be provided in each class throughout the day. (less)

Edible Flower Feast
2018-09-08 10:00 - 12:30 | Denver Botanic Gardens, 1007 York Street, Denver, CO, 80206, United States
Edible Flower Feast
Experience a sensory feast as we explore the delectable world of edible flowers.
Learn how to safely grow, harvest and use flowers for tasty and beautiful culinary creations. Discover how to candy flowers and herbs for elegant garnishes. Enjoy a luncheon of Herb Blossom Canapés, Chicken Curry Salad with Flower Confetti, Calendula Deviled Eggs, Blossom Tea and finish with Chocolate Mint Cupcakes with crystallized flowers. Lunch and handout with edible flower list and recipes included. Treat yourself!

Herbal Pantry
2018-08-07 18:00 - 20:00 | Denver Botanic Gardens, 1007 York Street, Denver, CO, 80206, United States
Wondering what to do with all those fragrant herbs languishing in your garden? Learn how to preserve your herbal harvest in elegant vinegars, herb butters, herb salts, sugars and seasoning blends, marinated cheeses, robust pestos and spicy salsas. Turn your daily fare into something special. Go home inspired with new ways to implement the healthy and delicious flavors of your garden bounty. Generous sample tastings, recipes, and growing and harvesting tips included. Get that winter pantry started! Demonstration class.

Lavender Fest, Cooking with Lavender
2018-07-21 10:30 - 11:30 | Denver Botanic Gardens at Chatfield Farms, : 8500 W Deer Creek Canyon Rd,, Littleton, CO, Colorado, 80128, United States
This class takes place during Lavender Festival.
Learn how to use this aromatic herb in everything from desserts to cocktails, infused salts and sugars, vinegars and sauces. Discover how to keep your dishes from tasting like a bowl of potpourri. Take home a sample of Herbes de Provence seasoning blend to get you started and snack on some delicious lavender shortbread cookies and lavender lemonade while we explore the culinary uses of this lovely plant. Recipes included.

Backyard Bounty
2018-07-11 09:30 - 11:00 | Crested Butte Wildflower Festival, Crested Butte, CO, United States
This class is part of the Crested Butte Wildflower Festival
Explore the treasure trove of wild herbs, medicinal plants and edible weeds common to backyards and weedy areas with clinical herbalist Susan Evans. Learn how to make a blood cleansing tea from red clover, a tasty salad from lamb’s quarters, stop bleeding with yarrow and much more. Discover the amazing plants you’ve been stepping on all these years! Class will be held outdoors, please dress for the weather.

Lavender Fest
2018-07-10 10:00 - 12:00 | Crested Butte Wildflower Festival, Crested Butte, CO, United States
This class takes place at the Crested Butte Wildflower Festival.
Come and learn all the wonderful ways you can grow and use this beautiful,
fragrant and easy to grow plant. You’ll make and take home Herbes de Provence
seasoning blend, soothing lavender/calendula lip balm, conditioning herbal hair
rinse, fragrant lavender sachets to scent drawers or to use in the dryer, and a refreshing
facial toner. Recipes and take-home samples included

Flower Pressing Arts
2018-07-09 10:00 - 12:00 | Crested Butte Wildflower Festival, Crested Butte, CO, United States
This class is part of the Crested Butte Wildflower Festival, www.crestedbuttewildflowerfestival.com.
Spend an enjoyable morning creating your own masterpieces with gorgeous pressed flowers from the garden. We’ll make beautiful bookmarks, cards and a dipped floral candle to take home. Discover the best flowers to grow and how to press for optimal color, durability and long life. Handout and all materials provided.

Stalking the Wild Edible, Workshop and Lunch
2018-07-07 09:30 - 12:30 | CO
This class is part of the Crested Butted Wildflower Festival.
Explore the fascinating world of wild edibles. We’ll start with an herb walk to
identify common tasty plants. Learn how to make tasty teas, nutritious salads and delicious
additions to pasta, veggies and side dishes. Discover how to locate, identify,
harvest and prepare wild edibles to add nutrition and flavor to your meals. We’ll end
with a delicious, vegetarian wild foods lunch. Experience the fun and benefits of eating
on the wild side! Handout, recipes and lunch included.

Edible Flower Feast
2018-07-06 10:00 - 12:00 | Crested Butte Wildflower Festival, Crested Butte, CO, United States
This class is part of Crested Butte Wildflower Festival.
Experience a sensory feast as we explore the delectable world of edible flowers.
We’ll cover how to safely grow, harvest and use flowers for tasty and beautiful
culinary creations. Learn how to candy flowers and herbs for elegant garnishes. Enjoy
a lunch featuring herb blossom canapés, chicken curry/flower confetti salad and
chocolate cupcakes with crystallized flowers for dessert. Lunch, handout with recipes,
and flower lists included.

Farm to Fork - Enjoying Nature's Bounty
2018-06-23 10:00 - 12:00 | Denver Botanic Gardens, 1007 York Street, Denver, CO, 80206, United States
* This class takes place at Denver Botanic Gardens’ Chatfield Farms at C-470 and Wadsworth *
Join Susan Evans on the farm to learn how to utlize those abundant fresh veggies this summer. Class takes place on the rustic and historic Hildebrand Ranch property of Chatfield Farms where participants are surrounded the beautiful CSA fields, the cut flower garden, herb garden, chickens, goats and resident pigs. The outdoor kitchen at Chatfield Farms makes for the perfect summer class location!
In a rut with your fresh veggies and fruits? Learn new ways to savor the flavor of delicious, nutrient-packed food from your garden and Farmers Market. We’ll create and sample scrumptious, easy dishes and discuss tips for best selection and home storage. Recipes and three course, vegetarian lunch provided.

Gardens to Glass, Summer Drinks and Tapas Workshop
2018-06-08 18:00 - 20:30 | Denver Botanic Gardens, 1007 York Street, Denver, CO, 80206, United States
Learn how to make the most of your summertime libations. Participants learn to make refreshing aqua frescas, extraordinary elixirs, and sensational syrups made from fruits and herbs from the garden and summer markets. Design your own bitters to balance your cocktails and digestive system. Become your own mixologist and dazzle your family and guests with custom crafted cocktails and delicious thirst quenchers. Create delicious tapas to go along with drinks. Handout with growing instructions and recipes included. Generous drinks and tapas included.
Take home bitters and fruit shrub concentrate.
No alcohol will be served.

Edible Wild Foods Gourmet
2018-04-21 09:00 - 12:00 | Denver Botanic Gardens, 1007 York Street, Denver, CO, 80206, United States
Explore the fascinating world of wild edibles. We’ll begin with with an herb walk, identifying local wild edibles. Discover the optimum nutrition and delicious tastes provided by plants usually weeded and tossed in the compost pile.
Back in the kitchen, participants prepare a delicious four course meal using common, nutritious wild plants, including nettle, chickweed, dandelion, lambs quarters and more. Enjoy an appetizer, wild salad buffet with chicken and veggie options, a savory soup, and a delicious wild foods pesto with pasta. Explore all the ways you can add wild edibles to your current recipes to boost nutrition and flavor. Recipes, lunch, and drink included.
Discover the fun and benefits of eating on the wild side!
Special Instructions: Class will take place outdoors; please dress accordingly for weather and bring water and sunscreen.

Herbal Home and Garden
2018-04-14 09:00 - 13:00 | Denver Botanic Gardens, 1007 York Street, Denver, CO, 80206, United States
Learn how to create a garden full of plants that can be used in the kitchen, medicine cabinet, spa and cleaning cupboard in this herbal workshop. Discover herbs for culinary teas and seasoning blends, spa body and bath care, first aid and green cleaning. Enjoy an herbal lunch featuring roasted tomato gazpacho with parmesan crisps; herbed chicken salad with green goddess dressing and rosemary rhubarb cobbler.
From an herbal ingredient buffet, make and take home an herbal seasoning blend, tea blend, infused vinegar, exfoliating body scrub, soothing lip balm and all-purpose cleaner. Discover the fascinating world of herbs! Lunch, extensive handout with growing instructions and recipes are included.

Spring Self Renewal Mini Retreat
2018-04-07 10:00 - 13:00 | Denver Botanic Gardens, 1007 York Street, Denver, CO, 80206, United States
Spring is a time of renewal and reawakening. Take some time off to discover herbal tonics, health boosting super foods and natural skin products you can make yourself. Learn simple self-care practices to regain balance and vibrant health. Bring home a soothing skin salve, a cleansing face mask and a detoxifying spring tonic along with recipes and lots of new ideas for becoming your best self. Super foods lunch and all materials included. Treat yourself!

Mexican Fiesta Cooking Class & Dinner
2018-02-22 18:00 - 20:30 | Denver Botanic Gardens, 1007 York Street, Denver, CO, 80206, United States
Discover the ease of preparing delicious dishes from south of the border! Learn how to master the classics: salsa, guacamole and chipotle crema and use them for garnishes for a Mexican meatball soup, creamy chicken with pumpkin seed sauce and zesty fish tacos. Wash it all down with hibiscus/lime tea and chili chocolate cupcakes. Recipes and dinner included.
Price: $57, $52 members.

Soothing Salves, Oils, & Balms
2018-02-10 14:00 - 15:00 | Tagawa Gardens, 7711 S. Parker Road, Centennial, CO, 80016, United States
Discover how easy it is to make your own high quality herbal oils, salves, and balms from inexpensive ingredients and plants you can grow yourself. Wonderful for dry skin, chapped lips, messy cuticles, and first aid for burns and skin repair. Take home recipes and a soothing herbal lip balm!

Art of Pressed Flowers
2018-02-03 09:30 - 12:00 | Denver Botanic Gardens, 1007 York Street, Denver, CO, 80206, United States
Discover how to collect and preserve those summer flowers and fall leaves for use in creating your own floral masterpieces. Learn the best flowers to grow and how to press for optimal color, durability and longevity. Participants will make beautiful bookmarks, cards, a dipped candle and floral votive container to take home. All materials and handouts are included. Easy and fun!
Price: $55, $50 members

Delicious Vegetarian
2018-01-27 10:00 - 12:30 | Denver Botanic Gardens, 1007 York Street, Denver, CO, 80206, United States
Discover the scrumptious side of international vegetarian cuisine! We’ll begin with a savory salad and continue with a delicious butternut squash curry, a spicy cashew veggie stir fry, a pesto and roasted veggie pizza and end with a sweet. Eat your veggies and love doing it! Recipes and full meal included.
$60, $55 member
