Molotov
Day 1: 5-Course Summoning the Slavic Spirit Tasting Series
Opened January, 2023 in City Park, Molotov has swiftly cemented its place atop Mile High’s culinary charts, with Chef/Owner Bo Porytko named a 2025 James Beard Semi-Finalist for “Best Chef: Mountain,” as well as the restaurant landing on Eater Denver’s “38 Essentials” List and appearing on New York Times’ 2023 List of “Colorado’s Best Restaurants. Chef Porytko (who first became known for his time at Rebel Restaurant and Misfit Snack Bar) here channels his Ukrainian heritage with punky charm: cuckoo clocks and a floral-wheat vinok installation set the stage for horilka-fueled toasts. The menu too marries rustic roots and refined technique. Think short rib borscht with dilly smetana, roasted mirepoix dumpling, and bergamot oil, butternut pelmeni stuffed with maple smetana and sage oil, velvety varenyky in dill hollandaise, and showstoppers like rabbit kiev with carrot soubise. We’re eager to hear more about this underrated cuisine, and hope you’ll join us for what proves to be a very special series!
About the Host:
Bo Porytko
Chef/Owner
A Ukrainian American chef from Denver, Chef Bo Porytko is the owner and operator of 3 beloved Denver restaurants (Rebel Restaurant, Misfit SnackBar, and Molotov Kitchen + Cocktails). Praised by the likes of 5280, Westword, and Denver Post, he was previously nominated as for a James Beard “Emerging Chef" Award. He has also appeared on Food Network's Guy’s Grocery Games and is a Chopped winner.
The Lineup
All courses will be individually plated. This menu will be Peanut Free. For the list of restrictions Chef is accommodating, scroll to the bottom of this page.
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Potato & Gruyère Pierogi
smoked onion & porcini broth, turmeric smetana
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Tart Cherry & Duck Borscht
braised duck dumpling, dill smetana, trumpet mushroom
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Fish Kiev Stuffed Cabbage
dover sole, crab butter & herbs, savoy cabbage, rye breadcrumbs, turnip cream
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Rabbit in a Clay Pot
mustard garlic gravy, fondant potato, egg noodles
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Burnt Honey Blintz Cake
rosemary & brown butter ice cream, black pepper candied pecans
Molotov
3333 E Colfax Ave
Denver, CO 80206
Event FAQs
- Do guests need to be of a certain age to attend this event?
- Yes. All attendees must be 21+ to gain entry.
- Does this restaurant allow BYOB?
- No. This restaurant is a non-BYO establishment. Outside alcohol will not be permitted at this event.
- What is the event ticket cancellation/refund policy?
- Restaurants purchase the food for our events 14 days before the event date, at which point we are on the hook for the cost of your ticket. As such, we are not able to offer refunds (or credits towards future events) for any cancellation requests submitted within 14 days of the event date. We will, however, issue full refunds for all cancellation requests submitted at least 14 days before the event date. All cancellation requests must be submitted via email to support@tastingcollective.com.
- What dietary restrictions/food allergies can be accommodated at this event?
- Due to the large-format nature of our events, restaurants are not able to accommodate all dietary restrictions/food allergies or make any menu adjustments based on food preferences (e.g distaste for specific ingredients/flavor profiles). This restaurant will be offering substitutions exclusively for the following restrictions/allergies: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Shellfish, Fish, Tree Nut, Mushroom. They are NOT accommodating restrictions related to the following ingredients: Gluten, Dairy, Egg, Garlic (Cooked), Onion (Cooked) and Shallot (Cooked). If you have any of these restrictions/allergies, please make sure to note this in your profile (in the “Event Preferences” section) either before or right after purchasing your tickets so Chef can prepare accordingly.
- Will this event be handicap acccessible?
- According to the restaurant, this event is handicap accessible. If applicable however, please email support@tastingcollective.com with your needs to ensure proper accommodations.
