When the weather outside is frightful, there’s usually nothing more delightful than a bowl of homemade soup. This easy offering is packed full of goodness — spinach, purple potatoes, chickpeas and more — and coconut cream and spices give it a gorgeous finish. And the recipe is also both vegan…
The presents have been opened, the wrapping paper discarded and ribbons repurposed, and now you have just one last item to get rid of before you can get on with your new year: the Christmas tree. And there’s a better place for this now-unwanted indoor greenery than the dump. “Last…
The range of personalities that created (and lived in) the residences showcased in Denver’s Historic Homes, a new book documenting some of the most notable and influential homes in the city, are as diverse as Denver history. Author Amy Zimmer, who also wrote Denver’s Capitol Hill Neighborhood, used historic images…
House heavyweight Dave Aude’s credentials read like an impressive who’s who of both pop and electronic music. He’s produced tracks for Barenaked Ladies, Korn, Britney Spears, the Pussycat Dolls, Faith No More and Madonna, and back in the ’90s, he formed Lunatic Fringe with Steve Levy, a partnership that eventually…
Talk about trend-worthy: A new cookbook by Colorado author Corinne Tobias focuses on the very latest in food trends, from farm-to-table to gluten-free to vegan to…infused. Wake & Bake is the state’s first cookbook devoted to legal cannabis that has recipes for everyone from novice brownie-bakers to seasoned edible chefs…
Entertaining on New Year’s Eve and not sure what to serve for an appetizer? You can’t go wrong with fresh salsa, which can be modified to suit your spiciness tolerance and taste. Consider this recipe just a jumping-off point; tweak as needed. See also: Homemade guacamole for a flavor-filled spread…
The annual Blossoms of Light and Trail of Lights at the Denver Botanic Gardens’ two locations have been holiday traditions for years, and with each turn, the displays have gotten bigger and better. And although both include hundreds of thousands of LED lights, each display still has a distinct feel…
Everyone wants to know what the future will bring — and every year, Isis Books and Gifts hosts a Psychic Fair before the start of the new year so that you can plan accordingly. “There’s so much that’s going to be changing and transforming in 2014,” notes owner Karen Harrison,…
Although there’s definitely a place for speed on electronica-driven dance floors, some DJs and producers tend toward slower tempos — an increasingly unusual choice in a scene where garage- and glitch-oriented subgenres seem to rule the day. Artists like Ewan Pearson prove that you don’t have to rely on speed…
Mashed potatoes and gravy would seem an option for plant-based eaters during the holidays, but the dish is often full of hidden menaces. Not only are the potatoes usually made with butter and milk, but the gravy almost always contains chicken, turkey or beef. This recipe, though, calls for nothing…
The annual Blossoms of Light and Trail of Lights at the Denver Botanic Gardens’ two locations have been holiday traditions for years, and with each turn, the displays have gotten bigger and better. And although both include hundreds of thousands of LED lights, each display still has a distinct feel…
The Winter Solabration started 28 years ago as a feast celebrating the holiday season, and has since evolved into a full-on party (minus the potluck). “We do a lot of the same things every year because people love it,” says organizer Chris Kermiet. “There’s a continuity to the event. We…
“I think the holidays are for families, which is great,” notes Denver burlesque queen Vivienne VaVoom (aka Michelle Baldwin), “but sometimes you want to step away and go to an adult-themed event. And that’s definitely what this is.” So if the sugar-sweet tone of the season has already got you…
Everyone reaches a point during the holiday season when the thought of one more bite of holiday food makes you feel like never eating again. You’ll get over it — we promise — but in the meantime, there are plenty of other comfort foods that can fill you up without…
Germany might have a lock on the techno scene these days, but when it comes to cutting-edge house music, the U.K. has the clear advantage. Just named one of the top fifty DJs in the world by Resident Advisor, George FitzGerald (due at NORAD this Saturday, December 14, with Need…
It’s tough to find the time to cook much of anything during the busy holiday season, but you don’t have to sacrifice a sit-down dinner for drive-through. This jerk seitan sloppy joe recipe takes less than half an hour to throw together — including the creamed spinach that tops off…
Sixteen years ago, Jimi Bernath created an event to commemorate the death of John Lennon, who was shot and killed on December 8, 1980 — but the annual Beatles/John Lennon Memorial Sing-Along is a more of a celebration of life. “The Beatles are perennial,” says Bernath. “They’re as popular as…
The holiday season is often called “magical” — and one big catalyst behind that magic is the sense of nostalgia that tradition evokes. Khyentse James is adept at harnessing that sense of nostalgic wonder: Her film-school studies, combined with several years of creating movie-worthy scenes, have made all of her…
Anytime you use kale — or any other green, for that matter, from collard to mustard — you’re left with stems that most people throw away. But you can saute these, much like the leafy parts of the plant, with some very simple ingredients for a fiber-rich (and nutrient-laden) side…
If you don’t eat meat, holidays like Thanksgiving — which revolve around food — can be a bit daunting, because not only do you have to deal with the typical obnoxious-relative routine, but there’s not even a plate full of goodies to concentrate on while you pretend not to hear…
There’s a little something for everyone at the Blue Cow, one of our favorite breakfast spots in Morrison — mostly because of the fresh fare and down-to-earth surroundings. The walls are covered with local art (including some Red Rocks paintings by “Scramble” Campbell that are worth checking out), and you…
Over the past few weeks, Meatless Monday has shown you how to make everything you need for your Thanksgiving table — all totally vegan dishes — except dessert. But we wouldn’t forget about the most important aspect of any holiday meal: This vegan pumpkin cheesecake fits the bill, especially when…
