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Most Denverites know that Colorado packs a mean punch when it comes to microbrews.  There are just so many to try and sometimes all you want is your good old go-to beer.  Colorado thinks it’s important that you have a well-rounded beer palate so they bring the sampling to Denver beer lovers every year.  This [...]

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You’ve read the hype about TAG Restaurant in Larimer Square.  The food, the drinks, the chef, the awards – it’s all true.  And the best news yet is that they don’t want to keep secrets.  They’re ready to share continental culinary techniques and modern cocktail artistry through a series of culinary classes hosted by the [...]

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#78 Tour de Fat – Denver’s 90 Days of Summer

by Kimberly Beethe Byers on September 9, 2010

in 90 Days of Denver Summer

You may already be familiar with the Denver Cruisers and if you live near downtown Denver there’s a good chance that you’ve seen this large group of people dressed in crazy costumes riding their bikes on Wednesday evenings.  What started as a few friends that enjoyed riding bikes and meeting for happy hour has grown to more than 1000 fun loving, [...]

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Friday afternoon in Larimer Square is going to be extra sizzling hot on September 10th so clear your lunch schedule because you now have plans.  Several local firehouses will be cooking up their smokin’ hot red and green chili recipes for you to judge. A few bucks will buy you and bowl of chili and [...]

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#74 Taste of Colorado – Denver’s 90 Days of Summer

by Kimberly Beethe Byers on September 5, 2010

in 90 Days of Denver Summer

If you’re in Denver this weekend then head on down to the Taste of Colorado that’s going on all weekend at Civic Center Park in downtown Denver. As you would expect, local restaurants will be offering “tastes” (for a small fee) of their normal menu and there’s a huge selection to choose from. Over 60 restaurants will [...]

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This weekend is the calendar day that signifies the end of summer for many – Labor Day.  But summer isn’t officially over for three weeks after Labor Day and we are lucky enough to have beautiful weather in Denver so that we can continue to enjoy the warm, sweet days. Labor Day is often a time [...]

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Do you like bikes? Do you like local Art?  Artcrank combines the two – Art for Bike People by Local Artists AND it’s affordable.  Original and unique. Bike posters are designs by 57 local artists, each selling 30 for $30.  They will run out so go early to ensure you get your pick.  The show [...]

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Lannie Garrett performing Check out the Naughty Pierre’s Burlesque and Comedy Extravaganza every Thursday at Lannie’s Clocktower Cabaret in downtown Denver. The show features old fashion burlesque from the 20′s and 30′s with a modern twist. Every show includes comedians, torch song singers, puppet shows, belly dancing, magicians and much more…it’s a guaranteed great evening out! The dancing and [...]

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Last Monday marked the official opening of the Mordecai Children’s Garden at Denver Botanic Gardens on York St.  This urban oasis for kids is a rooftop garden for touching, smelling, seeing and tasting the outdoor environment.  Vistors are invited to build forts, eat fresh tomatoes, play in the stream and make arts & crafts.  The [...]

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If you like to cook or just like to eat, you’ll absolutely love the Savory Spice Shop located on Platte Street in downtown Denver.  It’s a quaint little shop that offers sugar and spice and everything nice…there are so many amazing spices, seasonings, extracts, seasonings and more. My hubby and I first tried the Alderwood Smoked Salt on some [...]

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