Clayton

Colfax businesses in the dark over Greektown's blue-light special

Businesses along a stretch of East Colfax Avenue have been in the dark about why, well, they were still in the dark last week - months after a new lighting project had started on the street, as part of a package of city improvements to "create an enhanced transit corridor." The Colfax East project c ... More >>

Picture Perfect

Denver's 80205 makes national list of areas rapidly getting whiter

Today, we have for you a piece of news that you probably already knew just by looking around you: Parts of Denver are rapidly getting whiter! So much so that Denver's 80205 zip code managed to make it onto a list of the fastest-gentrifying neighborhoods in the country. Hooray!

Snarf's Sub Shop opens its new DU location with a bar, breakfast and Infinite Monkey Theorem wines

The fact that Snarf's, the Boulder-based sub shop that's generated a cult following, has unveiled its eleventh location in Colorado isn't exactly the most groundbreaking news on the culinary front, but then again, this Snarf's, which just opened near the University of Denver at 1729 East Evans, in t ... More >>

Ryan Miller accused of killing teacher Andrea Roan, Richard Leavitt charged as accessory (33)

While a three-year-old's shooting of a five-year-old may have been the holiday season's most shocking violent death, it was hardly the only one. Another tragic incident involved elementary school teacher Andrea Roan, who was allegedly slain by Ryan Miller, her estranged boyfriend, with Richard Leavi ... More >>

Lowry Leeks are prized for their lighter Denver flavor: Kenny Be's Hip Tip

​ Lowry leeks are closely related to Denver Onions but have a sweeter, creamier, more delicate urban flavor. Prized by residents who seek urban flavor without all the dicing and tears, Lowry leeks are extremely hardy and many will grow in a compact space...

University Park turban squash improves observing conditions: Kenny Be's Hip Tip

​ The University Park turban squash is a colorful heirloom that inspired the design of University of Denver's Chamberlin Observatory back in 1889. Just as the observatory helps students look deep into the night sky, the buttercup-type squash is better for gazing than grazing...

Skyland mushroom spawn contains the fungi needed for better futures: Kenny Be's Hip Tip

​ Much like the residents of the Skyland neighborhood, fungal mats are the most prolific biological entities on the planet and respond with inherent intelligence to stressed environments by recycling plant and animal debris into a nutritious food source...

Overland potatoes grow deep in rich, soiled history: Kenny Be's Hip Tip

​ Montana City, the area's first platted township, was founded in September 1858 on the east banks of the South Platte river near West Evans Avenue. The following spring, the cabins were dismantled and floated downriver to be rebuilt at the confluence of Cherry Creek. Rufus "Potato" Clark then ... More >>

South Platte light industry yellow onion adds aromatic flavor to Denver: Kenny Be's Hip Tip

​ Long before light industry's varnish and diesel fumes flavored the air of the South Platte neighborhood, truck farms utilized the area's fertile river bottom soil to grow the aromatic vegetable used to flavor the dishes of Denver dinner tables...

Seedy cartoonist to bedazzle urban farmers at Denver County Fair: Kenny Be's Hip Tip

​ The illustration above appeared as the third panel of my "Predictions 2011" Worst-Case Scenario comic in the December 30, 2010 issue of Westword. I was predicting that the success of the Denver County Fair would turn all loft and apartment residents into rooftop and balcony farmers. But, in ... More >>

Globeville eggplant is a healthy and habit-forming meat substitute: Kenny Be's Hip Tip

​ Throughout its history, Globeville has been separated from Denver by the South Platte River, the railyards and two interstate highways. Consequently, the isolated residents have created a kingdom with a unique urban-farming culture. Globeville eggplant, a member of the tobacco family, is the ... More >>

Athmar Park fennel plants help clear eyesight and the air: Kenny Be's Hip Tip

​In Greek mythology, Prometheus stole fire from Zeus and stored it in the hollow stalks of Athmar Park fennel to free mankind from the brutish ignorance of the gods. Today, the plant grows wild in the yards of neighborhood bungalows and is eaten raw as a natural treatment for glaucoma and to c ... More >>

Congress Park cauliflower grows best in a cool neighborhood: Kenny Be's Hip Tip

​Built in 1887, 1906 and 1955 respectively, Capitol Hill Basins Numbers one, two and three were built in Congress Park to hold a three-day supply of water for the 105,000 Denver residents who lived downtown. Consequently, Congress Park Cauliflower has always thrived in the cooler, moister atmo ... More >>

Godzilla hides behind silk flowers near a Clayton Playskool: Kenny Be's Yard Arteology

Yard Arteology, the study of neighbors through lawn ornaments... Clayton: Lawn looks like a scene from "Toy Story 3."​ By looking at the arrangement of toys left in a yard, a yard arteologist can quickly tell if the objects are the playthings of children or the decorative elements of a yard ar ... More >>

16th Street Mall bright lights Swiss chard mix is a big-city favorite: Kenny Be's Hip Tip

​ To know 16th Street Mall Swiss chard is to love its tender and delicious, if somewhat meaty, flavor. Originating in large, mallside Downtown Denver planters, this big-city bright lights strain of chard is a celebration of all that is colorful in the capital city of Colorado...

Bear Valley watercress is the water weed that turns back time: Kenny Be's Hip Tip

​ Originally found along the banks of Bear Creek, the vitamin-rich medicinal qualities of Bear Valley watercress attracted seniors in search of better health to settle the neighborhood in the mid-1960s. Now grown in water gardens across the city, Bear Valley watercress is highly prized for it' ... More >>

Valverde tomatillo is the tart Westsider that gets sweet in the heat: Kenny Be's Hip Tip

​ Valverde is a historic west side neighborhood that is a complex blend of light industry and single-family housing. It is the perfect place to grow Valverde tomatillo. A member of the tomato family, the Valverde tomatillo plant bears bright green fruits with a taste that is a complex blend of ... More >>

Clayton sweet potato is more flavorful than white cousin: Kenny Be's Hip Tip

​ Clayton sweet potato is a North American native that was cultivated in Polynesia long before western exploration, and was ranked highest among all vegetables in nutritional value by the Center for Science in the Public Interest. It's no wonder that the Clayton sweet potato is considered more ... More >>

Up a Creek

Reader: A downtown grocery store would help this food desert bloom

​The revelation that downtown might get a grocery store had urban residents clipping coupons and packing up their cloth bags. here's how Carly greeted the news: If Denver was set up to have a city block (or has one currently) where you could get meat, cheese, produce, sundries, etc on one b ... More >>

Calling all Chevy owners: Mr. Midas is filming a video, and he wants you to floss your ride

​Got a Chevy? Mr. Midas is looking for you. This Saturday at noon, the rapper is filming a video at Swansea Park, at 48th and Clayton, and he wants you to come show off your ride. The single, "Feeling Me," is from his award-winning album, Son of the Crack Era, and features Rockie, his frequen ... More >>

The Cherry Cricket's burgers are famous, but its owners are now getting grilled

Box Elders

Tuesday, October 13, Bender's Tavern, 303-861-7070.

Kenny Be's Yard Arteology: The latest topiary trends in nature's beauty salon

The study of neighbors through their lawn ornaments... Figure 16. Clayton: Poodle pines Mother Nature, as we know her in Denver, is a wild beast with no self-control and a complete disregard for personal grooming. Four months will pass without the faintest thought of moisturizing, and then a qua ... More >>

Open and shut cases: Lala's and Prime 121

Git Some: It's what you get when Lynyrd Skynyrd meets Jesus Lizard

Sweet Cherry Arts

Show Me the Mommy

Cuba Gooding Jr. spars with Helen Mirren in Shadowboxer.

Home-Grown Talent

Cherry Creek serves up art.

Best People-Watching

Clayton Lane

Drink of the Week

Lemon Norte

Revving Up Cherry Creek

The Cherry Creek Arts Festival keeps on rolling.

Rosy Dreams

Derby fantasies stand on the spindly legs of a colt at CSU.

Jetsons in Jeffco

A dream of the future from the past still looks great right now.

Gospel Truth

Jesus is coming, and he wants more cornbread

What's Left?

The Post denies accusations of slanted coverage.

Reading, Writing and Refrigerator Raids

Virtual schools are becoming a viable option for parents who prefer to keep their kids at home.

Funky Town

Even though the EPA says Denver's air is getting cleaner, the odor lingers on.

The First Step

P.S.1's changing course leaves some people wondering what direction the charter school is taking.

Off Limits

Night & Day

July 1 - 7, 1999

Made in Colorado

Thrills for the week

Mr. Smith Goes to Cooperstown

LETTERS

THRILLS

BOTTLED RAGE

WARNING TO LIQUOR STORES: CONGRESS PARK IS NOW IN SESSION.

CLASS STRUGGLE

THE WINNERS AND LOSERS AFTER A YEAR OF THE CHARTER-SCHOOL LAW.

THRILLS