The Culinary School at The Colorado Institute of Art became a partner with the Festival in 1997. Since that time, the school has brought 20 to 30 students to the event each year. Students are able to hone their skills while working with notable guest chefs such as John Ash, Christopher Gross, Ann Rosenzweig, Bobby Flay, Doug Rodriguez, Chris Schlesinger, and Joyce Goldstein. In the coming years the Festival will continue to work toward offering the highest quality programming possible while maintaining the intimate nature of the event. Despite its recent growth, the Telluride Wine Festivals has continued to maintain its comfortable personality and intimate surroundings.
Consumers can still talk with winemakers, speakers, importers, and chefs.
They can ask questions of the featured experts while enjoying the hands-on experience that is the trademark of the Telluride Wine Festival.