DIA Says Pot Merchandise Won’t Fly — But You Can Weigh In

There is a difference between cannabis and a t-shirt. But the distinction doesn’t really matter much at Denver International Airport, which recently published the details for a public hearing at which it plans to ban the sale of marijuana-themed souvenirs. See also: Marijuana: Antique Row Backers Cool to “Green Mile”…

Video: The Source Celebrates Its First Birthday

The Source opened its doors in late August 2013 for customers of its first restaurant, Comida Cantina. A month later Acorn set up shop, joined by a warehouse full of other businesses, many of which peddle fresh-made or packaged specialty food and beverages — think coffee, beer, bread and beef…

Photos: Jello Molds and Food Art at 40 West Art Gallery

The 40 West Arts gallery is hosting a food-themed Farm to Table art exhibit through November 22, featuring pieces in various media from over 25 artists. As part of the exhibit, the gallery also hosted a food-as-art and Jello mold contest, with entries judged and awarded ribbons based on most…

Photos: Getting Jacked Up at the ViewHouse

Plaid flannel shirts and lots of beards: it must have been just another day at one of Denver’s top hipster hangouts. Actually, it was the Jacked Up Lumberjack Party at the ViewHouse on Saturday. Partiers grabbed their axes and suspenders to help raised money for Environmental Learning for Kids. This…

Photos: Bites of China Opens in Aurora

Bites of China opened recently in a tidy Aurora shopping center on East Alameda Avenue, where residents are no strangers to an array of ethnic eating options. Photographer Danielle Lirette stopped in to see what was cooking, and found that what looks like a standard counter-service Chinese eatery has a…

100 Favorite Dishes: Fried Chicken at the Post Brewing Co.

Fried Chicken from the Post Brewing Co. 105 West Emma Street, Lafayette 303-593-2066 Fried chicken should be easy. After all, there are only two things to get right: the chicken and the breading. But the truth is, fried chicken is one of the easiest dishes for a restaurant to get…

The Fourteen Best Shows in Denver This Weekend

Once again, we bring you a selection of live music events happening in or around Denver, selected not completely randomly from the many excellent choices. Go out and watch some bands. It’s good for the body and soul. See also: Denver’s Ten Best Small Venues…

Photos: The Misfits Bring Family Fun to Summit Music Hall

The Misfits may not have Glen Danzig anymore, but Jerry Only manages alright with a re-formed version of the band, which brought out a wide array of horror-movie punk fans to Summit Music Hall last night. Photographer Eric Gruneisen was there to capture smiles and scowls alike. See also: Ten…

Pop Music Needs to Become Political Again

Woody GuthrieLike it or not, Pharell Williams’ “Happy” is likely to be the top-selling single of 2014. And, yes, its buoyant ’60s soul vibe and simple, positive message is modern pop perfection. But scanning the rest of this year’s biggest hits, one is struck by a consistent theme: All of…

Film Podcast: Interstellar Is Grand But It Doesn’t Connect

Christopher Nolan’s space epic Interstellar is a big, ambitious picture but it didn’t connect with our critics. We discuss the film at the top of this week’s podcast before moving onto a few other notable films on screens large and small this week. – The Disney film Big Hero 6…

Photos: Ghouls and Game of Thrones at Punch Bowl Social

Punch Bowl Social hosted a Game of Thrones costume party on Halloween, and while most of the revelers went with creepy, goofy or sexy costumes that had little to do with the HBO fantasy show, a good time was still had. Fortunately for the line at the door, the weather…

The Ten Worst Restaurant Names in Denver

Fort Collins residents are having a war of words over the new Illegal Pete’s coming to town. Some have taken offense to the use of the word “illegal,” but as restaurant names go, it’s not the worst we’ve seen. Without making judgments about the quality of food or service, here…

The Six Creepiest Children in Songs

Happy Halloween! Let’s celebrate with a list of the six best cameos from creepy children in song. By Ryan Wasoba See also: The Eighteen Best Concerts in Denver This Halloween Weekend…