Guess where I’m drinking a Pink Pony?

It’s pretty amazing that a restaurant that’s only been around for two years can seem like it’s been there forever. But maybe that’s just a hang over from all the hangovers I acquired drinking tequila in the former tenant of this space, back before lower Highland was known as LoHi…

Round two with Rod Dupen, chef-owner of Waffle Brothers

Rod Dupen Waffle Brothers 393 Corona Street; 303-733-1212 1707 Lafayette Street; 720-708-5150 1326 College Avenue, Boulder; 303-593-0510 wafflebrothers.com This is part two of my interview with Ron Dupen, exec chef of Waffle Brothers; part one of our chat ran yesterday. Most memorable meal you’ve ever had: Right before I was…

Zagat includes Colorado in two must-try national lists

Zagat recently released guides to both the fifty best plates of food and the best sources of caffeine in the country, and Denver makes both lists — rightfully so. The legendary Buckhorn Exchange, 1000 Osage Street, earns a nod for its classic Rocky Mountain Oysters, and Stella’s Coffeehaus, 1476 South…

Guess where I’m eating guacamole with bacon?

Avocados are good for you. And while adding bacon to your guacamole may not be the healthiest choice, it definitely makes good taste even better. Can you guess where I’m eating? Special bonus: Anyone who gives the first correct answer to a Guess Where post is entered into a pool…

Ba Le Sandwich: Take that, fusion haters

In A Federal Case, I’ll be eating my way up Federal Boulevard — south to north — within Denver city limits. I’ll be skipping the national chains and per-scoop Chinese joints, but otherwise I’ll report from every vinyl booth, walk-up window and bar stool where food is served. Here’s the…

African Grill and Bar will add a second location

We’ve been enamored of African Grill since we first stumbled into this Aurora strip mall spot a couple of years ago. Not only does the restaurant serve up tasty, tomato-tinged jollof rice and pungent goat stew, it’s also operated by some of the most hospitable owners we’ve ever encountered. Osei…

Photos: Upslope opens a second location in Boulder

Upslope Brewing Company has flowed into a second location at 1898 South Flatiron Court in Boulder that will open officially tomorrow. The 17,000-square-foot brewery will allow the four-year-old company to produce 70 percent more beer, with room for more production in the future. The new space also features a 2,300-square-foot…

Still snowing? Shovel up an Irish coffee at McCormick’s

When I was at McCormick’s Fish House & Bar during last week’s Monday blizzard, I spotted a tray loaded with mugs of Irish coffee. Decades ago, McCormick & Schmick’s had started offering Irish coffee for a buck at their LoDo outpost whenever it snowed, and after Landry’s bought the chain,…

Guess where I’m eating this meatloaf…and Velveeta?

Baby, it’s cold outside. Wouldn’t a nice, warm plate of meatloaf and Velveeta on toast taste good right now? Can you guess where I’m eating? And while you’re at it, if you know of other spots around town that feature Velveeta in a dish, please share the info in the…

Denver FIVE loses Kevin Morrison but gains Brian Laird

Kevin Morrison, chef-owner of Pinche Taqueria, was absent from last night’s Denver FIVE dinner at Studio F. It was the first in a series of upcoming dinners and events from Leigh Sullivan’s newest crew of Denver chefs, who cook at various local restaurants, represent the Mile High City at the…

Reader: Watching Guy Fieri eat is true torture

Guy Fieri has visited Sam’s #3, Steuben’s and Fat Sully’s. And during last night’s episode of Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives, he made it to Highland Tavern, where he devoured a pastrami sandwich and some of the kitchen’s homemade tater tots. But while Denver restaurants appreciate national attention, is this really…

Guess where I’m eating this green chile cheeseburger?

Who says you can’t teach an old kitchen dog new tricks? This restaurant, which will celebrate its thirtieth anniversary in Denver in 2013, just added a half-dozen new items to its already massive menu, including a commendable green chile cheeseburger. Can you guess where I’m eating? Special bonus: Anyone who…