Boulder’s best food, a film fest, a Brazilian symphony tribute, and more things to do this weekend

Taking a bite out of Boulder’s food scene

Friday-Oct. 9. Take a big bite out of Boulder starting today as the city’s restaurants roll out “exciting menus and unique dining experiences” as part of the two-week long First Bite foodie celebration, organizers say. A few of this year’s participants include newcomers Farow, Boulder Social, The Sink, Busey Brews & Smoke House, Gemini, Spruce Farm & Fish, and Frank’s Chophouse with returning favorites such as Ash’Kara, Corrida, OAK at Fourteenth, Japango, Dagabi Tapas Bar, Cafe Aion and Bohemian Biergarten.

Boulder’s version of restaurant week has expanded the price structure, “doing away with a set price point” so that diners have “a wider price point to choose from while also giving chefs the flexibility they need in designing their menus,” according to a statement. Restaurant weeks like this give diners inspiration to try out places they haven’t been to before. For details on the restaurants and other information about First Bit, which continues through Oct. 9, visit firstbiteboulder.com/restaurants. — Jonathan Shikes

Free Brazilian beats, symphony-style

Thursday. For this year’s sixth “Sonidos de las Américas” concert, the Mexican Cultural Center and Colorado Symphony will focus on the musical traditions of Brazil — including contemporary ones. Look for a fusion styles and eras, “augmented by the Colorado Symphony;s soaring orchestrations with guest artists Bateria Alegria, Murciano Chamber Ensemble, Fiesta Colorado Dance Company, Gui Kroneberger, Luciana da Silva Dance Company, Mariachi Sol de mi Tierra and Raquel Garcia,” organizers said.