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Heretik oysters

European Staycation: Save on airfare at these Denver aperitivo hot spots

By Sara RosenthalJune 12, 2026

Have soaring flight costs ruined your dreams of an aesthetic European vacay? Fear not, these six spots around Denver offer all the Euro vibes.

An overhead shot of sushi and other Japanese dishes from Uchi

The Best Dining Specials on Father’s Day in Denver

By Abigail BlissJune 12, 2026

Treat dad to brunch, a bourbon-paired dinner or an evening of family entertainment.

From food truck to 35,000 feet: Penelope Wong takes Yuan Wonton to the skies

From food truck to 35,000 feet: Penelope Wong takes Yuan Wonton to the skies

By Antony BrunoJune 11, 2026

The James Beard-nominated owner of Yuan Wonton is one of 11 chefs developing a new in-flight menu for United.

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LoDo wine bar nearing sale amid ongoing downtown challenges

By Antony BrunoJune 10, 2026

Velvet Cellar aims to retain staff, concept under new ownership.

Maria Empanada

Where to watch the World Cup in Denver  

By Colleen FlynnJune 10, 2026

Whether you’re looking for compatriots to cheer with or just want to soak up the soccer scene, here’s our definitive list of FIFA World Cup viewing venues.

Kelly Whitaker, founder of Id Est.

Get a taste of the Wolf’s Tailor at Sheep, coming soon to Cherry Creek

By Molly MartinJune 10, 2026

The limited residency is a new way to experience the state’s only double Michelin-starred restaurant.

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This man is on a mission to find the best green chile in Colorado

By Molly MartinJune 9, 2026

Larson Baird has tasted and rated dozens of spots so far.

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We asked, they answered: Six Colorado brewers tell us what beer is trending now

By Ryan PachmayerJune 8, 2026

From hop-saturated ales to ‘clear beers’ to drinkability and affordability, here’s the future of craft brewing.

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Home Away Coffee collaboration is a sweet deal for Westword members

By Kristin PazulskiJune 8, 2026

“I just imagined a Westword reader jumping on the train to DTC on their commute, with the drink in hand.”

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Twenty bucks for a sandwich? Why are food trucks so expensive? 

By Brandon BishopJune 8, 2026

Start with rising food costs, event fees…and flat-out price gouging.

posters from 80s

Take one last ride in the Delorean tonight

By Patricia CalhounJune 7, 2026

This blast from the past will come to a halt at the end of service June 7.

waffle cones at Sundae

Every opening and closing this week: Sundae now scooping downtown

By Antony BrunoJune 6, 2026

But the High Point Creamery location at Denver Central Market is gone.

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These local cidermakers dominated industry awards this year

These local cidermakers dominated industry awards this year

By Gabe TothJune 5, 2026

Snow Capped from the Western Slope and Haykin Family Cider from Aurora are making Colorado look good out there.

Waffleritas Waffles on a Stick

How to turn $50 into a five-course feast at the South Pearl Farmers’ Market

By Erin AhlfingerJune 5, 2026

A modest budget goes a surprisingly long way.

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A bumper crop of farmers’ markets now open in metro Denver

By Antony BrunoJune 4, 2026

More markets will open this weekend.

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Asia Center saga on hold as plans pulled from the city

By Gil AsakawaJune 4, 2026

“A win is a win. Let yourself feel it. Then put your shoes back on.”

Parisi fire damage

Parisi owner reflects on the restaurant’s destructive fire…and its future

By Antony BrunoJune 4, 2026

Christine Parisi surveys the damage, both physically and emotionally, while deciding whether to rebuild, renovate or retreat. 

MAKfam owners

MAKFam second restaurant location revealed

By Antony BrunoJune 3, 2026

“We have a menu that works, a concept that works. We just want to replicate this process in a bigger space so we can do a little bit more.”

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Denver-ish Central Market? RiNo food hall vendors claim they’ve been pushed out

By Antony BrunoJune 3, 2026

Only three of the original 11 vendors remain, and three others exited over the past week.

Potager chef/co-owner Paul Warthen shopping at the Boulder Farmers' Market

Running Dry: Colorado’s drought is reshaping Denver’s farm-to-table dining

By Kara ElderJune 3, 2026

Chefs and farmers scramble to adapt as water shortages threaten local produce.

South Park Coney Island

Hot dog! You can finally get a beer with your Coney Island weenie

By Antony BrunoJune 2, 2026

The South Park-themed roadside attraction in Bailey is adding a tavern this summer.

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Pride Month specials giving back to Denver’s LGBTQ+ community

By Staci BerryJune 1, 2026

See which restaurants are participating in the “Eating Out With Pride” program benefiting the Center on Colfax.

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