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Chefs

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Rising Phoenix Chef D
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He cooks for billionaires. Now he’s cooking for you

By Antony BrunoAugust 26, 2026

Veteran Denver chef steps back into the spotlight at Rising Phoenix.

Chef-John-Wilson_Bella-Colibri_Golden-Colorado_Italian-Restaurant
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Is this Denver’s hardest-working chef? 

By Antony BrunoAugust 18, 2026

Trick question. He works in Golden.

Pickled peaches and tomatoes served with burrata
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Got peaches? Try this pair of peachy recipes

By Abigail BlissAugust 5, 2026

Because Palisade Peach season means more peaches than most of us know what to do with.

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Annette chef is launching a culinary magazine next month
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Annette chef is launching a culinary magazine next month

By Antony BrunoJuly 22, 2026

“Every day’s a shit show. This is just a different one.”

chef Matt Vawter
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The Breckenridge restaurant scene is reaching new heights

By Antony BrunoJuly 21, 2026

How Rootstalk’s Matt Vawter has changed the mountain town’s dining landscape.

Kitsune - Wang - Noodles
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Little Kitsune is a ramen pop-up with big ambitions 

By Antony BrunoJuly 14, 2026

Chef David Wang’s devotion to Japanese noodles delivers a landmine of flavor.

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Acclaimed chef launches Mexican cantina-inspired reboot in Cherry Creek

By Molly MartinJuly 9, 2026

The space has been home to many concepts. Will this one stick?

Lon Symensma ChoLon
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ChoLon chef Lon Symensma reveals the secret cancer battle that changed everything

By Antony BrunoJuly 8, 2026

Denver wasn’t supposed to be the beginning. It was supposed to be the end.

From food truck to 35,000 feet: Penelope Wong takes Yuan Wonton to the skies
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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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Kelly Whitaker, founder of Id Est.
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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.

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

Bye-Bye, Bistro Barbès. North African-inspired French restaurant to close in Park Hill
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Bye-Bye, Bistro Barbès. North African-inspired French restaurant to close in Park Hill

By Antony BrunoMay 20, 2026

The restaurant plans to hold its final service on Saturday, June 13.

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Johnny and Kasie Curiel
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At Milpero, Johnny Curiel is planting the future of Mexican fine dining

By Antony BrunoMay 19, 2026

“I think for a long, long time, Mexican food hasn’t been looked at the way that I think it deserves to look like … that’s kind of like the chip on my shoulder.”

a plate of halibut
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Eating Out? Enjoy These Spring Ingredients While They Last

By Antony BrunoMay 12, 2026

Chaotic spring weather means a shorter window of availability for chef favorites — including morels, white asparagus and rhubarb.

contestants on a beach
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Denver Chef Competing on New Cooking Show That Debuts May 12

By Antony BrunoMay 11, 2026

Carrie Baird joins 11 other contestants on “Chopped Castaways.”

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This New Chef’s Counter Is Way More Fun Than Formal

By Molly MartinMay 6, 2026

The five-course experience is $85 per person.

two men holding a tray of BBQ
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Riot BBQ Expands to Wide Open Saloon in Sedalia

By Antony BrunoMay 4, 2026

“There’s nothing more restorative than good food and good music, and this partnership really drives that message home.”

a couple in a restaurant booth
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As Mizuna Celebrates 25 Years, Chef/Owner Frank Bonanno Is Ready to Start Over Yet Again With Rōmyō

By Antony BrunoApril 28, 2026

“I think our food right now is so relevant, and some of it is ahead of where things are. I think we’re being very creative.”

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a man making pizza
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Acclaimed Chef Finds Home for His Long-Awaited Restaurant

By Antony BrunoApril 17, 2026

“I’ve been working on this idea and this feeling for years now.”

exterior of building with "Morso" signage
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Top Boulder Chef Opening Italian American Eatery

By Molly MartinApril 13, 2026

It’s moving into the former home of Under the Sun.

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Arvada Staple Has New Owner Who’s Cooking Up Southern Fare

By Molly MartinApril 8, 2026

The menu includes a $20 hot plate lunch special.

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What We Love About Colorado’s 2026 James Beard Finalists

By Sara Rosenthal and OthersApril 7, 2026

High five to these five finalists!

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