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Go for the Gold: A Dozen Free Things to Do in Denver This Week

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Mark Antonation

Mark Antonation is the former Westword Food & Drink Editor. In 2018, he was named Outstanding Media Professional by the Colorado Restaurant Association; he’s now with the Colorado Restaurant Foundation.

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COVID Chronicles: Slater’s 50/50 Hangs on Through a Winter Closure

COVID Chronicles: Slater’s 50/50 Hangs on Through a Winter Closure

By Mark AntonationApril 22, 2021

Slater’s 50/50 was built for office workers and entertainment seekers in RiNo, but all of that disappeared with the pandemic.

My Thai Cafe Opens on Federal to Complete the Golden Thai-Angle

My Thai Cafe Opens on Federal to Complete the Golden Thai-Angle

By Mark AntonationApril 22, 2021

You can easily walk from My Thai Cafe to Ros Siam and Beau Thai for a tasty triangle of Thai cuisine.

Hungry to Be <i>Westword</i>‘s Next Food & Drink Editor?

Hungry to Be Westword‘s Next Food & Drink Editor?

By Mark AntonationApril 21, 2021

After seven years, Mark Antonation is moving on.

Denver Food Historian Adrian Miller Pens Book About Black Barbecue

Denver Food Historian Adrian Miller Pens Book About Black Barbecue

By Mark AntonationApril 21, 2021

Writer Adrian Miller’s new book give credit to centuries of African American cooks.

Charcoal Bistro Is Closing and Will Donate April 22 Sales to Employees

Charcoal Bistro Is Closing and Will Donate April 22 Sales to Employees

By Mark AntonationApril 20, 2021

The Washington Park restaurant is closing but will contribute all says on April 22 to its employees.

How One Chef Plans to Serve 5,000 Pounds of Crawfish in Denver

How One Chef Plans to Serve 5,000 Pounds of Crawfish in Denver

By Mark AntonationApril 20, 2021

Chef Elise Wiggins is giving a big taste of her Louisiana roots on May 15 and 16.

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Troy Guard’s Grange Hall Is Taking Shape in Greenwood Village

Troy Guard’s Grange Hall Is Taking Shape in Greenwood Village

By Mark AntonationApril 20, 2021

Greenwood Village will soon boast a new food hall/brewery, thanks to Troy Guard.

Denver Home Barbecue Expert Writes a Cookbook for Pellet Smokers

Denver Home Barbecue Expert Writes a Cookbook for Pellet Smokers

By Mark AntonationApril 19, 2021

A Denver backyard cook has fast and easy recipes for your pellet smoker.

Every Restaurant and Bar Opening and Closing This Week

Every Restaurant and Bar Opening and Closing This Week

By Mark AntonationApril 17, 2021

Our weekly list of restaurant and bar openings and closings.

Relaxed COVID Restrictions Could Complicate Dining Scene

Relaxed COVID Restrictions Could Complicate Dining Scene

By Mark AntonationApril 15, 2021

The state COVID dial is being retired, and restaurants will soon be able to seat at full capacity.

Zaidy’s Will Reopen in East Denver Under New Ownership

Zaidy’s Will Reopen in East Denver Under New Ownership

By Mark AntonationApril 14, 2021

A new owner is relocating the classic Jewish deli just two miles from its Cherry Creek home.

This Food Truck Is Bringing Nebraskan Cheese Frenchees Back to Colorado

This Food Truck Is Bringing Nebraskan Cheese Frenchees Back to Colorado

By Mark AntonationApril 14, 2021

A deep-fried favorite in Nebraska, this corn-flake crusted sandwich is a rarity on the Front Range.

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Comal Graduate Olivia Marcano Adds Venezuelan Soups Every Friday

Comal Graduate Olivia Marcano Adds Venezuelan Soups Every Friday

By Mark AntonationApril 14, 2021

These hearty soups bolster Comal’s Mexican menu each Friday.

CoraFaye’s Reopens in a Visible New East Colfax Location

CoraFaye’s Reopens in a Visible New East Colfax Location

By Mark AntonationApril 13, 2021

Priscilla Smith moved her restaurant to a new location on East Colfax Avenue during the pandemic.

Fire Destroyed a Georgetown Eatery, but the Owner Bounces Back

Fire Destroyed a Georgetown Eatery, but the Owner Bounces Back

By Mark AntonationApril 13, 2021

Nick Quintana lost his Georgetown eatery but kept fighting with a food truck and a new restaurant.

Every Restaurant and Bar Opening and Closing This Week

Every Restaurant and Bar Opening and Closing This Week

By Mark AntonationApril 10, 2021

Vietnamese smoothies, fried chicken sandwiches and a beer-pizza double feature are on the menu.

Rocky Mountain Diner Founder to Launch Benzina in Old Colfax Gas Station

Rocky Mountain Diner Founder to Launch Benzina in Old Colfax Gas Station

By Mark AntonationApril 9, 2021

A new Italian restaurant will soon open in a mid-century gas station on East Colfax Avenue.

An 1860s Golden Grain Mill Gets New Life as a Food Hall

An 1860s Golden Grain Mill Gets New Life as a Food Hall

By Mark AntonationApril 8, 2021

A former grain mill and feed store becomes a new food, drink and entertainment venue in Golden.

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Denver Now Has a Drive-Thru Boba and Che Shop

Denver Now Has a Drive-Thru Boba and Che Shop

By Mark AntonationApril 7, 2021

Bambu turns a former Dairy Queen into a boba, coffee, smoothie and che stop.

Yabby Hut Expands Original Eatery and Adds New Location During the Pandemic

Yabby Hut Expands Original Eatery and Adds New Location During the Pandemic

By Mark AntonationApril 6, 2021

An expanded dining room and a new location helped Yabby Hut weather the pandemic storm.

Every Restaurant and Bar Opening and Closing This Week

Every Restaurant and Bar Opening and Closing This Week

By Mark AntonationApril 3, 2021

See what’s new around town for eats and drinks.

Daikon Banh Mi Shop Plans Re-Entry Into the Denver Market

Daikon Banh Mi Shop Plans Re-Entry Into the Denver Market

By Mark AntonationApril 2, 2021

Success in Boulder is paving the way for Daikon to add new Denver locations.

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