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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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Danger Zone Calzones Touches Down on Broadway

Danger Zone Calzones Touches Down on Broadway

By Mark AntonationJanuary 5, 2021

A Top Gun-themed food truck lands a brick-and-mortar eatery in the Baker neighborhood.

Here’s What 2021 Could Bring to the Denver Dining Scene

Here’s What 2021 Could Bring to the Denver Dining Scene

By Mark AntonationJanuary 4, 2021

The pandemic upended the restaurant scene, but 2021 will see creativity and grit overcome.

Restaurant Roll Call: Every Opening and Closing in 2020

Restaurant Roll Call: Every Opening and Closing in 2020

By Mark AntonationJanuary 2, 2021

It was a tough year for the restaurant industry, but eateries kept opening.

All Colorado Restaurants Could Reopen as Soon as Monday

All Colorado Restaurants Could Reopen as Soon as Monday

By Mark AntonationDecember 31, 2020

Dining rooms should be able to reopen at partial capacity on the first Monday of 2021.

Colorado Restaurants Attract National Media Attention

Colorado Restaurants Attract National Media Attention

By Mark AntonationDecember 30, 2020

The much-missed 20th Street Cafe and several other Colorado restaurants get national attention.

Beast + Bottle and Coperta Join List of “Hibernating” Eateries

Beast + Bottle and Coperta Join List of “Hibernating” Eateries

By Mark AntonationDecember 30, 2020

Beast + Bottle and Coperta are closing for now.

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The Ten Biggest Restaurant and Food Stories of 2020

The Ten Biggest Restaurant and Food Stories of 2020

By Mark AntonationDecember 29, 2020

Nearly every restaurant story was shaped by the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, but hope persisted.

This Barnum Pizzeria Could Be the First Opening of 2021

This Barnum Pizzeria Could Be the First Opening of 2021

By Mark AntonationDecember 24, 2020

It will be open for takeout to start.

A Small Ethiopian Restaurant Helps Out During the Pandemic

A Small Ethiopian Restaurant Helps Out During the Pandemic

By Mark AntonationDecember 23, 2020

Golf Ethiopian Restaurant has been in business for more than a decade, and is now sending food to the immigrant community and welcoming all customers for takeout food.

Blake Street Tavern Owner: Tent Flaps Were the Last Straw

Blake Street Tavern Owner: Tent Flaps Were the Last Straw

By Mark AntonationDecember 22, 2020

The tavern hopes to reopen when indoor dining is once again allowed.

Nonprofit and East African Restaurants Team Up to Help Immigrants

Nonprofit and East African Restaurants Team Up to Help Immigrants

By Mark AntonationDecember 22, 2020

These restaurants get support to make meals for those in need in the immigrant community.

Tracks Owner Implores City Council to Pass Five-Star Safety Program

Tracks Owner Implores City Council to Pass Five-Star Safety Program

By Mark AntonationDecember 21, 2020

The owner of Tracks Nightclub wants City Council to give restaurants and bars a fighting chance.

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Every Restaurant and Bar Opening and Closing This Week

Every Restaurant and Bar Opening and Closing This Week

By Mark AntonationDecember 19, 2020

New pizza, rotisserie chicken and mobile Mexican are here, but a tea shop says goodye.

Restaurateur Juan Padró Launches His Own COVID Testing Clinic

Restaurateur Juan Padró Launches His Own COVID Testing Clinic

By Mark AntonationDecember 17, 2020

If you want a rapid-test clinic, you have to open it yourself, according to Juan Padró.

Try These Locally Made Frozen Meals for Home Delivery

Try These Locally Made Frozen Meals for Home Delivery

By Mark AntonationDecember 16, 2020

Pizza, pasta and Mexican dinners can all be ordered for delivery for quick, easy meals at home.

Mercantile Reopens With New Chef and Takeout Menu

Mercantile Reopens With New Chef and Takeout Menu

By Mark AntonationDecember 16, 2020

The Union Station eatery is getting back in the takeout game.

Larimer Square Has Been Sold: Here’s a Brief Restaurant History

Larimer Square Has Been Sold: Here’s a Brief Restaurant History

By Mark AntonationDecember 15, 2020

With the sale of Larimer Square finalized, changes are sure to come. Here’s how the downtown district has changed over the years.

An Aurora Food Truck Rally Is Just the Start for an Ambitious Hispanic Marketplace

An Aurora Food Truck Rally Is Just the Start for an Ambitious Hispanic Marketplace

By Mark AntonationDecember 15, 2020

A vacant Kmart on East Colfax Avenue will soon become Aurora’s most ambitious multi-vendor marketplace.

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Every Restaurant and Bar Opening and Closing This Week

Every Restaurant and Bar Opening and Closing This Week

By Mark AntonationDecember 12, 2020

Our weekly list of all the restaurant action in metro Denver.

City Lets Sam’s No. 3 Reopen for Takeout and Delivery…for Now

City Lets Sam’s No. 3 Reopen for Takeout and Delivery…for Now

By Mark AntonationDecember 11, 2020

After being shut down for a COVID regulation violation, Sam’s No. 3 can reopen for takeout and delivery.

City Closes Sam’s No. 3 Over Outdoor Seating Violation

City Closes Sam’s No. 3 Over Outdoor Seating Violation

By Mark AntonationDecember 11, 2020

This iconic downtown diner was shut down over air circulation rules on its patio seating.

“Eat Here” Celebrates Denver Restaurants During a Rough Year

“Eat Here” Celebrates Denver Restaurants During a Rough Year

By Mark AntonationDecember 9, 2020

Our annual list of 100 favorite restaurants hits newsracks and our website today.

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