Boulder-based Noosa Yoghurt (Don’t forget that “h” — It’s an Australian thing.), formerly just available for home delivery via Morning Fresh Dairy in Bellvue, has been gradually unveiling its Australian-style yogurt (typically denser and sweeter than typical yogurt) across the state and elsewhere. Since launching the business last November, the…
We thought doughnuts were the new cupcakes, but it looks like cupcakes are here to stay. A specialty bakeshop featuring 45 different flavors of the mini-cakes opened Saturday at 550 Grant Street in Denver. Franchisee and Stapleton resident Carrie Bach says she sold over 1,200 cupcakes during this weekend’s opening…
“We’re not changing a whole lot; we’re just making improvements and expanding our selection,” says Nina Stajcar, promotions manager of Loaves N Ladles. That’s the new name for the former Fisher Clark Deli, 723 South University Boulevard, which owner Mary Clark recently put on the market so she could sojourn…
It’s hard to find a Denver neighborhood without a neighborhood bar, and it’s almost as hard to find a neighborhood without a bar owned by the Little Pub Company. Through March, the company owned fifteen establishments, including stalwarts like Don’s Club Tavern, the Irish Hound, The Spot, Wyman’s No. 5…
McCormick’s Fish House & Bar 1659 Wazee Street 303-825-1107 www.mccormickandschmicks.com…
Yesterday, to celebrate Mother’s Day, I inhaled a green chile-cloaked breakfast burrito from El Taco de Mexico and then spent the afternoon sunning myself on another restaurant patio with a margarita, chips and salsa, guacamole and a plate of blue corn-fried oysters that go for dirt cheap during happy hour…
The former Fidel’s Cantina (and before that, Fat Daddy’s) at 12 East Eleventh Avenue is being transformed into Zocala, which two former managers at Benny’s behind the project. The building already has a new coat of paint; look for Zocalo to open in a week or two…
Smashburger is building up to that big holiday — National Burger Day, on May 28 — with a series of specials and giveaways. The search for the biggest burger fan is already under way: Send a YouTube video or picture illustrating your love of what Jason Sheehan dubbed Smashburger’s “meat…
Cafe Society served up six Guess Where I’m Eating/Drinking contests last week, featuring everything from a Miint Julep at Delite’s new Sunday brunch to the politically incorrect wop burger at the Blue Parrot to an unexpected Scotch egg. For identifying that starter at Lola, Sam K wins a DINR deck…
Anyway you slice, it, these were two dumb crooks. Francis Gallagher and Taylor Powell thought they’d hit the jackpot when the two bayou boobs from Louisiana snagged the identity of a Tennessee man with whom they’d been playing online games. And with the info from the stolen credit card, what…
TAG, 1441 Larimer Street, will host a special Rodney Strong Wine Dinner at 5 p.m. tonight. Tickets are $50; call 303-996-9985 or go to www.tag-restaurant.com for more info. Every Monday, Frasca Food & Wine, 1738 Pearl Street in Boulder, hosts a wine dinner. This week, winemaker Mike Sullivan will present…
Admit it: You still don’t have anywhere to take Mom on Sunday, and now you’re starting to panic. Not to worry; there are several great options in our online listings, one of which is bound to appeal to your mother. We’re partial to Red Trolley’s Mother’s Day Brunch, which promises…
Just when you thought there were enough cupcakes shops in Denver, Maggie and Molly’s Homestyle Bakery will be opening soon next to the Truffle, at 2908 East Sixth Avenue. To be fair, Maggie & Molly’s makes more than just cupcakes. It’s been selling a variety of baked goods, including cookies,…
Update: The deal between Steamworks and SEAR appears to be off; not sure yet what that means for Silverton Click here for info… Silverton Brewing Company, a small pub that had never shipped its beer beyond the Silverton city limits until this year, plans to start distributing statewide this summer…
God grant me patience — or at least a burger. New research with 57 volunteers indicates there’s a real reason it’s called fast food. After his study, Chen-Bo Zhong at Toronto University came to the scientific conclusion that “fast food represents a culture of time efficiency and instant gratification.” I…
King Soopers plans to join Safeway and Target in the Denver area by opening a large new store that will carry full-strength beer, wine and possibly spirits. The store, at 4600 Leetsdale Drive in Glendale, will be in a long-vacant Cub Foods, which King Soopers bought four years ago. Renovation…
Thse delightful pierogis aren’t served at a tavern that features polka bands or plays Lawrence Welk. In fact, the delicious golden brown goodness changes regularly, and is hardly traditional. These particular examples were filled with green chiles. Yum! Can you guess where I’m eating? Special bonus: Anyone who gives the…
The Market 1445 Larimer Street 303-534-5140 www.coloradoeats.com…
Last week, we noted that old-school restaurateur Leo Goto was back in the biz with a restaurant and events center in Littleton. This week we took a closer look at his new digs, poked around the kitchen, caught up with executive chef Andrea McGrath — who is about to have…
Linger has a date with the Denver Department of Excise and Licenses on May 26. Justin Cucci, chef/owner of Root Down, has signed on for a second space a few blocks away from his restaurant at 1600 West 33nd Avenue. This one is in the old Olinger’s building that’s been…
There are only a few places in Denver pumping out fresh, quality donuts to brighten your morning and LaMar’s is perhaps our favorite. When they announced their new limited addition flavor for May — red velvet — we knew resistance would be futile. “Look,” you’re saying, “all ‘red velvet’ means…
Back in late March, we reported that Frank Bonanno was in the market for a new restaurant. The chef/restaurateur, who already operates four Denver restaurants — Bones, Osteria Marco, Mizuna and Luca D’Italia — said he was “looking for something we can buy, the right opportunity. We’ve made offers on…
