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April 19, 2012
Denver's ten best Italian restaurants
Denver has a strong Italian history -- but until the last decade or so, this town's Italian restaurants were mostly run-of-the-mill red-sauce joints that you went to more for the convenience than the food. That's changed, though, and today's dining scene is rich with inventive and stylish fare from ... More >>
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January 20, 2012
Reader: Besides 1120 East Sixth Avenue, what are the biggest black holes in this city?
Campagna has closed for "remodeling," leaving a gap on an otherwise hot restaurant strip. But this spot at 1120 East Sixth Avenue has been dark before; it's been revamped more times than Joan Rivers. It was the home of the legendary Dudley's, then became Chives. But after Blair Taylor closed that to ... More >>
Dining
December 22, 2011
With an updated menu, the revamped Barolo Grill is flying high
Slide show: Barolo Grill is flying high
Blogs
December 20, 2011
Barolo Grill and a year of changes
Mark Manger A year ago, after a series of lackluster meals at Barolo Grill, I begrudgingly paid a $200 tab and doubted that I'd ever return, concluding that Blair Taylor's iconic restaurant was past its prime. "Barolo Grill," I wrote, "needs to try a little harder to be Barolo Grill."
Blogs
June 7, 2011
Brian Laird says he wasn't "a good fit" at Russo's Kitchen Tavern
Lori MidsonDon't blame Brian Laird for leaving Russo's Kitchen Tavern: Blame the decorSeveral months ago, Brian Laird, who'd been spearheading the burners at Barolo Grill for more than a decade, parted ways, amicably, with Barolo owner Blair Taylor and his venerable Italian restaurant. Lair ... More >>
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March 28, 2011
Encore takes a (spring) break
Joining the throngs of kids on spring break this week is the staff of Encore, who are taking the week off to revive their mojo, while executive chef Paul Reilly creates a new menu and spruces up the joint. "A la Barolo Grill style, I'm giving the staff a week off," says Reilly, referencing t ... More >>
Blogs
March 7, 2011
Culinary calendar for the week ahead: Mardi Gras and chili cook-offs
This week in food kicks off with a Fat Tuesday bang and continues with plenty of food and drink to coax you out of your Lenten sacrifices. Here's a taste of what's ahead:
Blogs
January 10, 2011
After thirteen years, Brian Laird breaks up with Barolo Grill
Lori MidsonLast February, fourteen Denver chefs congregated inside the Stranahan's Whiskey distillery as part of a 50top feast, an invite-only, underbelly dinner club that gives chefs the opportunity to cook whatever the hell they want for an appreciative cluster of foodniks who never know w ... More >>
Blogs
December 30, 2010
Unapologetic: The need for criticism in art and entertainment.
Mark MangerChef Brian Laird visits two fans at Barolo Grill.Laura Shunk's recent review of Barolo Grill prompted dozens of responses -- some agreeing that Blair Taylor's iconic restaurant needed to try harder, but many more incensed with Shunk's criticism. After reading both the review and ... More >>
Dining
December 16, 2010
Barolo Grill needs to try a little harder to live up to its reputation
Mark MangerChef Brian Laird visits two fans at Barolo Grill.Laura Shunk's recent review of Barolo Grill prompted dozens of responses -- some agreeing that Blair Taylor's iconic restaurant needed to try harder, but many more incensed with Shunk's criticism. After reading both the review and ... More >>
Dining
September 2, 2010
LoHi SteakBar is a great neighborhood joint
Mark MangerChef Brian Laird visits two fans at Barolo Grill.Laura Shunk's recent review of Barolo Grill prompted dozens of responses -- some agreeing that Blair Taylor's iconic restaurant needed to try harder, but many more incensed with Shunk's criticism. After reading both the review and ... More >>
Blogs
November 18, 2009
Chef and Tell with Brian Laird of Barolo Grill
Lori MidsonAll fired up: executive chef Brian Laird of Barolo Grill "It was a step off the cliff for sure, but at the same time, I just knew that I was a good fit for the job," says Brian Laird of Barolo Grill, the Northern Italian restaurant whose kitchen Laird has cooked in for the past twe ... More >>
Blogs
February 9, 2009
The List: Real Colorado Italian
Mark MangerLocanda del Borgo chef/owner Giancarlo Macchiarella.This week's review of Locanda del Borgo got me thinking about other spots in town where the view of Italy stops at the door -- which exist wholly as Colorado restaurants that just happen to serve Italian food. What follows is a list of ... More >>
Blogs
October 16, 2008
Another last night at Mel’s Bistro
Mark MangerLocanda del Borgo chef/owner Giancarlo Macchiarella.This week's review of Locanda del Borgo got me thinking about other spots in town where the view of Italy stops at the door -- which exist wholly as Colorado restaurants that just happen to serve Italian food. What follows is a list of ... More >>
Dining
April 19, 2007
Montecito
Chef Adam Mali has mastered the art of California cuisine.
Dining
October 19, 2006
Homecoming
Again the Masters of their doman.
Dining
July 21, 2005
Bite Me
Make a List
Dining
November 11, 2004
Bite Me
There Goes the Neighborhood
Dining
November 11, 2004
The Fame Game
Grab a ringside seat at Table 6, the hottest place in town.
Dining
April 8, 2004
Bite Me
Out to Lunch
Dining
October 9, 2003
Bite Me
Kitchen Magician
Dining
January 9, 2003
Bite Me
Kevin Taylor says au revoir to Nicois.
Dining
June 27, 2002
The Bite
The name game
Dining
September 20, 2001
Cottage Industry
Want to open a restaurant in the 'burbs? Here's some Sage advice.
Food & Drink
March 29, 2001
Best After-Hours Amenity
Barolo Grill
Dining
January 4, 2001
The Bite
Pierre Wolfe chases down Denver's dining history.
Dining
July 13, 2000
Bleu Yonder
Is it Sacre Bleu restaurant or is it a nightclub?
Best of Denver
June 29, 2000
Best wine list -- Italian
Barolo Grill
Dining
February 10, 2000
Amor the Merrier
Piscos goes south of the border. Way south of the border.
Dining
March 26, 1998
Now, That's Italian
Piscos goes south of the border. Way south of the border.
Dining
January 22, 1998
It Takes Two to Tangle
Piscos goes south of the border. Way south of the border.
Dining
May 1, 1997
A New Vintage
Piscos goes south of the border. Way south of the border.
Dining
May 30, 1996
Fishing for Compliments
Piscos goes south of the border. Way south of the border.
Dining
January 24, 1996
MOUTHING OFF
Piscos goes south of the border. Way south of the border.
Dining
May 3, 1995
EAT AT MEL'S
Piscos goes south of the border. Way south of the border.
Dining
January 11, 1995
MOUTHING OFF
Piscos goes south of the border. Way south of the border.

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