No. 18: Kimchi Brussels Sprouts at Stoic & Genuine Although it may feel as if Brussels sprouts have had enough time in the spotlight, they still grace most new American menus. But at Stoic & Genuine, chef Gabe Wyman’s version will have you falling in love with this vegetable all…
No. 23: Sloppy Joe at Thunderbird Imperial Lounge It’s not often that you see an old-school Sloppy Joe coming from a restaurant kitchen, so when the dish popped up on the menu at this new Highland eatery, we had to try it. Good thing too, because consulting chef Goose Sorensen…
Over the last decade or two, the idea of fast-casual has taken the restaurant industry by storm — much of it emanating from Denver. But, while you can find plenty of quick, easy and semi-wholesome meals for folks on the go, now there’s a push to sit down and enjoy…
No. 30: Sesame Chicken from Red Dragon Chinese Restaurant Yes, this is sesame chicken, that ubiquitous Chinese-restaurant standby that many people order but that often proves tepid and timid. Yet somehow the owners of Red Dragon (2456 South Colorado Boulevard) in south Denver have managed to add a little wonder…
No. 32: Flavorsome Ramen at Sera’s Ramen Enclave Sera Nguyen opened this laidback West Highland noodle joint in the former Bang! spot (3472 West 32nd Avenue) in May, and has been making fans ever since. All it takes is one bowl of Nguyen’s comforting ramen to seal the deal, and a…
Though the primary function of Scissors & Scotch (7600 Landmark Way, Greenwood Village) is to provide hair care for men, a peek into the Greenwood Village shop reveals a setup that looks more like a sleek saloon than a salon. In fact, on a recent visit the bar was half full…
No. 34: Ebelskivers at Three Little Griddles Chances are you have never heard of an ebelskiver (or æbleskiver) before, unless you are from the Midwest or Denmark. These happy little puffs of dough are a Danish creation — essentially pancake spheres — about the size of golf balls — filled…
No. 36: Banh Mi Tacos at Vital Root When Justin Cucci opened Vital Root in the Berkeley neighborhood this past June, little did we know how hungry the city was for some solid, healthy and innovative vegetarian and vegan fare. Sure, we have other options, but it’s been a while…
In the bar world, nothing says “deck the halls” and “happy holidays” better than a glass of creamy, boozy eggnog. But despite the popularity of this seasonal tipple, the real deal (not that artifical grocery-store swill) is not that easy to find come December. Worry not, this winter you…
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No. 38: Toomkha Soup at US Thai Cafe The first time I tried the toomkha (often spelled tom kha) soup from US Thai, it was in a plastic pint container and part of a much larger order that consisted of way-too-spicy pad see ew and massaman curry. While the heat…
Stuffing a Christmas stocking can be one of the best parts about the holidays. After all, it’s all about little, tasty and useful things that will fit inside a giant-foot-shaped vessel. With the days counting down, you should be thinking about what to get for the food lovers in your…
No. 39: The Classic Rooster at Royal Rooster Monday through Friday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., chef Justin Brunson puts aside his porky paradise at Old Major and gives guests the bird. And, oh, what a tasty bird it is. Breaded and fried Redbird chicken thighs are the star…
While the turkey remains the star of Thanksgiving, you still need to consider some good nibbles to put out before the main event. What kind of treats should you serve hungry guests as they wait for said bird to grace the table? Easy: Start pouring wine and put out a…
No. 41: The Roti Taco at Mister Tuna When we ordered the roti taco at chef Troy Guard’s hip hot spot in RiNo, we weren’t sure what to expect. The dish claimed it had harissa duck confit, tabbouleh-style salsa and raita, a yogurt flavored with coriander, cilantro and lime zest…
As temperatures dip, few things say “warm and cozy” as well as a piping hot plate of macaroni and cheese. Gooey and scrumptious, this comfort food is a favorite for many people, no matter the age. From classic macs to pasta spruced up with bacon, vegetables and truffles, all across…
No. 44: The Juicy Lucy at the Midwestern Saloon With plenty of imported foods and international cuisines coming to Denver, you may wonder why someone would open a restaurant dedicated to Midwestern fare. Such is the case at the aptly named Midwestern Saloon in Berkeley, and if you need a…
On Monday, October 17, Thomas Kachani and Phil Kastel will open the latest addition to their gastropub chain: Public School 303, or PS303. This is the seventh restaurant in the pair’s repertoire, but the first they have opened in Denver. Located downtown at 1959 16th Street, in a shiny new building…
As a cool breeze blows across Eric Skokan’s land, the chef and farmer gears up for what could be the first frost of the season. Near the sheep fields, crates full of squashes — spaghetti, acorn, butternut and the trumpet-shaped tromboncino — line the shed, and over at his second…
No. 51: Gold Miner’s Breakfast at River and Woods On an intricate brunch menu full of all sorts of breakfast delicacies, the basic eggs, bacon and toast are often overlooked. Don’t let this happen if you’re dining at that new Boulder hot spot, River and Woods. The Gold Miner’s Breakfast…
No. 53: The Cheese Steak at Steuben’s Food Service and Steuben’s Arvada Although a Philadelphia native might scoff at any incarnation of the classic cheese steak made outside the City of Brotherly Love, any homesick wanderer will be happy with the almost-true-to-form version Steuben’s is frying up. After all, to…
Every year author Joshua Bernstein leaves Brooklyn and makes his way to Denver for the Great American Beer Festival. After all, trying all beers and learning about what’s new on the market is a big part of his job. This year Bernstein hits the festival with his third and brand…
