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More photos: In the kitchen at Pinche Taqueria

By Laura Shunk, February 09, 2012

Fuck," I whispered. My friend's giggle urged me on. "Fuck. Fuck, fuck fuck," I said, a little louder. She kept laughing, so I kept saying the... More >>

Coohills is a safe standby for those special-ish occasions

Photos: In the kitchen at Coohills

By Laura Shunk, February 02, 2012

In the final hours before the Christmas-gift exchange, while family members made one last trip to the liquor store and put the finishing bows on... More >>

At Hana Matsuri, the chef knows his way around good fish

By Laura Shunk, January 26, 2012

A friend once trained under a master sushi chef for a couple of years, and it was mesmerizing to watch her work a knife around a vegetable or... More >>

Outstanding "Boss Italian" makes Crimson Canary sing

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By Laura Shunk, January 19, 2012

Hunched in a club-chair bar seat under the glow of multi-colored Christmas lights, I looked nervously at my boyfriend. "Where's the rest of the... More >>

Street Kitchen Asian Bistro does the trick for a quick lunch in the DTC

By Laura Shunk, January 12, 2012

Street Kitchen Asian Bistro opened in January 2011 — but it took me almost a year to find my way to a satisfying meal at this spot. A... More >>

Cafe|Bar fills a comforting niche, with some surprises

By Laura Shunk, January 05, 2012

On my first visit to Cafe|Bar, I spent an inordinate amount of time making plans for art projects. I'm not much of a DIY-er, but just about every... More >>

It's been a banner year for Denver restaurants... and restaurateurs

By Laura Shunk, December 29, 2011

It was the year of the entrepreneur and the restaurateur," says Jim Pittenger, owner of Biker Jim's Gourmet Dogs. After six years of slinging... More >>

With an updated menu, the revamped Barolo Grill is flying high

Slide show: Barolo Grill is flying high

By Laura Shunk, December 22, 2011

Let me get that for you," said the valet, smiling as he pulled open the door to the restaurant. Just across the threshold, an equally eager... More >>

Jelly's breakfast is worth waiting for among hungover hipsters

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By Laura Shunk, December 15, 2011

Clutching a Mason jar full of hot chocolate and peppermint schnapps and trying hard not to spill, I stared pleadingly into the eyes of a snarling... More >>

Find traditional red-sauce fare at Mama Sanninos in Arvada

More photos: Find traditional red-sauce fare at Mama Sanninos in Arvada

By Laura Shunk, December 08, 2011

A handwritten sign in the front alcove at Mama Sanninos asks diners to wait to be seated, and since just two servers were tending to a large,... More >>

Utumporn Killoran takes her cooking inside at Thai Street Food Restaurant

Slide show: Thai Street Food Restaurant photos

By Laura Shunk, December 01, 2011

I'd been following the group of six recent college grads since they'd first walked into Thai Street Food Restaurant, talking about how they... More >>

At Le Grand Bistro, belly up to the bar for classic French fare

More Photos: Belly Up to the Bar at Le Grand Bistro

By Laura Shunk, November 24, 2011

So I'll be in town for the weekend," Jeff told me. "Pick a restaurant." It should have been a simple task — there are dozens of joints in... More >>

Get hooked on the fresh fish at Land of Sushi

By Laura Shunk, November 17, 2011

As soon as the plate was set down, I stopped my conversation mid-sentence to reach out and gingerly chopstick a disc of raw scallop, ruining the... More >>

Like a good neighbor, Frank's Kitchen is there

By Laura Shunk, November 10, 2011

He'll have the spaghetti and meatballs, because he always gets the spaghetti and meatballs. I think I'll have the cheesesteak tonight, though. I... More >>

Dina Berta takes a break from writing to help run Frank's Kitchen

By Laura Shunk, November 10, 2011

For the past six months Dina Berta has thrown herself head first into the operations of Frank's Kitchen, which she owns with her husband, Frank.... More >>

Feast with the 1-percenters at Edge in the Four Seasons

Photos: A brief menu tour of Edge

By Laura Shunk, November 03, 2011

A young woman pressed her face and hands to the window. She was wearing a tattered dress smeared with blood, which also dripped from the corner... More >>

The Szechuan specialties shine at Chef Liu's in Aurora

By Laura Shunk, October 27, 2011

So, have you been to China?" I was sitting at the small bar in Chef Liu's Authentic Chinese Cuisine on a slow Sunday evening, waiting for the... More >>

Slow down at Argentine restaurant Caminito Tango

By Laura Shunk, October 20, 2011

My first taste of offal was awful. I was sitting in a tiny restaurant next door to my friend's Buenos Aires apartment, choking on smoke of both... More >>

A spiffed-up Satchel's on 6th retains its community feel

Photos: Menu Tour of Satchel's on 6th

By Laura Shunk, October 13, 2011

I stopped short right outside the entrance to Satchel's on 6th. Past the threshold, I could see people sitting and sipping wine at a U-shaped bar... More >>

Tres Jolie is full of pretty things...and delicious food

Photos: Tres Jolie in Littleton

By Laura Shunk, October 06, 2011

"I hate you." My brother whispered that sweet sentiment with utter sincerity as we stood in line at Tres Jolie. To our right, a chalkboard... More >>

At Ale House at Amato's, don't worry, be hoppy

Photos: Brews and Unbeatable Views at Ale House at Amato's

By Laura Shunk, September 29, 2011

Much to the chagrin of my parents, who moved to Colorado to enjoy the great outdoors, I've never been big on athletic activities. But childhood... More >>

El Olvido serves up a delicious carne en su jugo

Photos: In the kitchen at El Olvido

By Laura Shunk, September 22, 2011

Carne en su jugo starts with the broth. Traditionally, it's made by slowly boiling a cow's head, though that practice is fading even in Jalisco,... More >>

Country Time BBQ in Sheridan provides some exemplary 'cue

Photos: Exemplary 'Cue! Country Time BBQ in Sheridan

By Laura Shunk, September 15, 2011

Maybe it's because I grew up in Denver rather than St. Louis, Kansas City, Memphis or Texas, but I've always been vaguely amused by "best... More >>

With delicious food, Linger gives new life to a former mortuary space

Photos: Back of the House at Linger

By Laura Shunk, September 08, 2011

Linger looked quiet the first time I stopped by the restaurant, which had opened earlier this summer in the former Olinger's mortuary. I made my... More >>

Tamales Moreno just might have Colorado's best tamales

Photos: Hidden Gems at Tamales Moreno in Lakewood

By Laura Shunk, September 01, 2011

Wait, Laura, which one is it?" There were two tamale joints at the intersection of Mississippi and Sheridan. Making a hopeful guess, Rob pulled... More >>

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