These Are Colorado’s Five 2026 James Beard Finalists
The honorees span four categories, including Outstanding Chef.
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Matsuhisa Marks a Decade of Fine Japanese Dining in Cherry Creek
Its world-renowned founder, sushi master Nobu Matsuhisa, was on hand for the festivities.
Nine Most Anticipated Restaurant Openings This Spring
Whet your appetite!
Riot BBQ Owners Opening New Chicken-Focused Eatery
It will debut on Thursday, March 26.
First Look: Acclaimed L.A. Chef Debuts Intimate Denver Chef’s Counter
Petit Chelou offers a playful tasting menu experience housed inside Hop Alley.
Sunnyside Ramen Staple Rebrands Under New Ownership
Its original owner has decided to move back to Japan.
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Downtown Tasting-Menu Spot Shutters Four Months After Reopening
Guests have been left in the dark at The Guest.
Every Opening and Closing This Week: Eight New Additions
A growing local Mexican chain has moved into the former El Tepehuan in Englewood.
Michelin-Starred Eatery Announces Current Chef’s Final Menu
The restaurant plans to continue to evolve through a “chef-driven research residency program.”
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Rising Chefs Will Show Off Their Skills at Pop-Up Series
Up NXT DEN will be hosted Sundays at Bear Leek over the next eight months.
As Michelin Goes Statewide, Do Spots in Colorado Springs Have a Shot?
“Chefs: If you have any fucks left to give, now is the time.”
What It Really Takes to Open a Restaurant In Denver Today
Even for an experienced team, the high-pressure process requires a lot of patience and passion.
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Three Cheesecake Slices to Try From James Beard Semifinalists
“Hunting for that Platonic ideal of cheesecake is a very noble quest.”
Denver Chef to Compete for $1 Million on New Cooking Show
“Proudly representing the Latinos and Latinas who help feed America, and amplifying the voices that deserve to be heard.”
Introducing Le Do Thai, Where Taste and Tradition Meet
A food-service pro brings her native cuisine to LoDo, offering Denver a new Thai-style street food destination.
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Everything We Ate at Mar Bella Boqueria’s Chef’s Counter
It’s the latest eatery from Michelin-starred chef Johnny Curiel’s Fonda Fina Hospitality.
Has the Colorado Michelin Guide Paid Off for Restaurants?
Three years in, active discussions are underway about the Guide’s future in the state.
James Beard Awards 2026: Colorado’s 17 Semifinalists
This year’s list spans eleven categories.
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Denver Chef in National Spotlight Again for Highly-Anticipated Tasting Menu Spot
“It’s apt to use the expression take by storm when referring to Johnny and Kasie Curiel’s restaurants.”
Every Opening and Closing This Week: Six New Spots to Try
Among this week’s new additions is a highly-anticipated Spanish spot in Cherry Creek.
Three Dynamic Culinary Duos Poised to Make Big Moves in 2026
These six chefs and restaurateurs are people to watch in the food scene.
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Ten Biggest Denver Restaurant Closures of 2025
Which spots do you miss the most?