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Fish Story: Seafood Shines at SURF Competition

By Brendan Joel Kelley

Aug 1, 2025

Halibut was the fish of the day at this inaugural luxury seafood event.

It's Truckin' Awesome: Longmont Chef Competing onThe Great Food Truck Race

By Gil Asakawa

Jul 22, 2025

Devin "Tiger" Keopraphay serves "Asian-ish" fare at the Rising Tiger Grill at the Longmont Farmers' Market.

AJ's Pit Barbecue Founder Jared Leonard Now Being Grilled by Feds

By Patricia Calhoun

Jul 15, 2025

He came to Colorado from Chicago with big plans. Now he's back in the Windy City, facing federal wire-fraud charges.

Denver's Omakase Scene Is the Next Level of Sushi Sophistication

By Gil Asakawa

Jul 9, 2025

Got bucks to burn? Try one of these popular omakase sushi spots and see what the buzz is all about.

Boulder's Frasca Wins Outstanding Restaurant at James Beard Awards

By Gil Asakawa

Jun 16, 2025

In an Oscars-like ceremony, the foundation handed out its annual restaurant and chef awards...and Frasca Food and Wine won Outstanding Restaurant.

These Are Colorado's Six 2025 James Beard Finalists

By Molly Martin

Jun 16, 2025

The state's culinary scene has a lot to celebrate. Will there be more reasons tonight?

MAKfam Chef Kenneth Wan Competes on Chopped June 10

By Gil Asakawa

Jun 9, 2025

MAKfam is known for its modern take on Chinese and its use of MSG. But it may now become known for its chef being on Chopped.

Chef Jacob Bickelhaupt Arrested for Domestic Violence — Again

By Alex DeLuca

Jun 4, 2025

The Michelin-starred restaurateur has been arrested for domestic violence for a second time. Against a second wife.

Top Chef Competitor Tristen Epps to Cook at Guard and Grace Fundraiser

By Gil Asakawa

May 30, 2025

"We stayed in touch as colleagues and now here we are, coming full circle," says Troy Guard.

Honey Bee Asian Bistro Looks to the Past, Present and Future

By Helen Xu

May 14, 2025

“First day, go to America. Second day, go work in the restaurant.”

Denver Restaurant Makes James Beard Foundation's TasteTwenty

By Gil Asakawa

May 5, 2025

With two founders on the list of up-and-coming chefs, this is definitely a restaurant to watch.

Luchador's Zuri Resendiz Competes in 24-Hour Food Network Contest Tonight

By Kristin Pazulski

Apr 27, 2025

The chef had just opened a new restaurant and his wife was about to deliver a baby, but he made it to California for 24 in 24: Last Chef Standing.

Becca Guevara Eliminated From Next Level Chef

By Toni Tresca

Apr 22, 2025

The local social-media star reflects on cooking for Gordon Ramsay, Cajun missteps and taking the leap into culinary chaos.

Three Peach Recipes From Local Chefs to Try Now

By Molly Martin

Aug 12, 2024

From a classic peach pie to a peach tartine with 'nudja, these dishes are ideal for the end-of-summer bounty.

Chefs

Riot BBQ Chef's Dinner to Feature Mezcal Pairings

Food Truck from Longmont Pulls Out

Chefs

Riot BBQ Chef's Dinner to Feature Mezcal Pairings

Food Truck from Longmont Pulls Out

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