Chef Franco’s exclusive 10 x 10 Tasting Menu is coming to The Nickel — 10 creative courses, 10 seats only, for 10 months of the year. You’ll gather with fellow food lovers around our chef’s table, sharing an intimate evening designed to spark conversation and connection.
Set in the heart of Denver’s Theatre District, this intimate evening unfolds in five acts:
Act I – Overture
Act II – Crescendo
Act III – Interlude
Act IV – Fortissimo
Act V – Finale
The son of a chef who built his career alongside icons including Wolfgang Puck, Chef Franco Ruiz brings a lifetime of culinary storytelling to the table.
Priced at $150 per person, with an optional 10-course wine pairing from local winery Carboy for $75 — or enjoy our full cocktail menu. We can’t wait to share this experience with you.
Upcoming Dates:
May 22, June 26, July 24, August 28, September 25, October 23, November 20
Time:
6:00 – 9:00 PM
Details:
$150 per person, additional wine pairing for $75
Seats are limited and advance purchase is required.
May 10×10 Menu
Course 1: Asparagus – Asparagus, Spring Greens, Sauce Gribiche, Smoked Speck, Burrata
Course 2: Bread – Honey Butter, Bread, Oil · Honey · Chili · Balsamic
Course 3: Beef – Chopped Beef, Truffle, Egg Yolk, Crunchy Bread, Pickles
Course 4: Ricotta – Ricotta Tart, Spring Legumes, Black Garlic
Course 5: Alamosa Bass – Bass, Green Garlic Consommé, New Potato, Herb Sausage, Spring Peas
Course 6: Egg – Egg Custard, Smoky Bacon, Potato Chip, Chive
Course 7: Colorado Lamb – Lamb Loin, Yogurt, Lamb Jus, Spring Onions, Green Strawberries, Harissa Purée
Course 8: Gelée – Lime Gelée, Citrus Ice, Herb Oil
Course 9: Berries – Lemon Curd, Berry Gel, Fresh Berries, Meringue, Cinnamon Crumble
Course 10: Mignardise – Macaron, Chocolate Truffles, Peanut Butter Chocolate, Brittle
A Note from Chef Franco:
“For me, food is about connection — to ingredients, to seasons, and to each other. With 10×10, I wanted to create something deeply personal and interactive. Each course is a story I get to share with you at the table. I can’t wait to welcome you into this experience.”