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RESTAURANTS . RECIPES . TRAVEL NEW DENVER RESTAURANTS

Simple Ingredients, Extraordinary Taste

EXTENSIVE SELECTION OF FINE WINES

611 Wilcox Street, Castle Rock 80104 VistaVinoModernGrill.com 303-660-2005

COLORADO CRAFT BEER ON TAP Lunch served daily starting at 11 am brunch Saturday & Sunday starting at 9 am

20 COLORADO CRAFT BEERS ON TAP

FRESH, HAND-MADE ARTISAN PIZZA & CALZONES

HOUSE-MADE SANDWICHES & SALADS

HISTORIC 100 YEAR OLD BUILDING IN CASTLE ROCK’S OLD TOWN DISTRICT WITH A COMFORTABLE UPSCALE AMBIANCE AND VIBE

312 Wilcox Street Castle Rock, CO 80104 (720) 535-4151

DINING DESTINATIONS PAGE 8 CASTLE ROCK, CO VISTA VINO MODERN GRILL NORTHERN ITALIAN The Freshest Ingredients Available 303-660-2005

PAGE 14 CASTLE ROCK, CO THE LIBRARY CO. BAR FOOD-FULL SERVICE BAR Warm, Relaxed Atmosphere 720-389-5986

PAGE 10 CASTLE ROCK, CO ZABBRACCI TAP HOUSE ITALIAN CUISINE Best Happy Hour in 720-535-4151 PAGE 12 CASTLE ROCK, CO THE OFFICE CO. BAR FOOD-FULL SERVICE BAR Over 180 Bourbons 303-660-2280

PAGE 16 CASTLE ROCK, CO IRON MULE BREWERY CRAFT BREWED BEER Food Trucks, Live Music 720-328-9008

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DINING DESTINATIONS PAGE 18 CASTLE PINES, CO TRESTLES COASTAL CUISINE SEAFOOD CUISINE Fresh Oyster Bar and Seasonal Dishes 303-663-3622 PAGE 26 MANITOU SPRINGS, CO MONA LISA FONDUE TABLE SIDE DINING Romantic Candlelit Atmosphere 719-685-0277 PAGE 28 COLORADO SPRINGS, CO THE TAVERNE

Page 38 COLORADO SPRINGS, CO THE MARGARITA AT PINE CREEK ELEGANT UPSCALE DINING Fixed Price Menu and Beautiful Shaded Patio 719-598-8667

STEAK & SEAFOOD Live Music with Dancing on the Weekends 719-577-5772

PAGE 40 COLORADO SPRINGS, CO MOMMA PEARLS CAJUN CUSINE REAL CAJUN FOOD From Momma Pearl’s Old Family Recipes 719-964-0234

PAGE 30 COLORADO SPRINGS, CO EDELWEISS BARVARIAN BEER GARDEN AND EATERY 50 Years of Good Food 719-623-2220

Page 42 MONUMENT, CO TEXAS ROADHOUSE ALL AMERICA DINING Hand-cut Steaks, Ribs, Chicken & Seafood 719-481-O9980

Page 36 COLORADO SPRINGS, CO FRONT RANGE BARBEQUE SOUTHERN BBQ & HOMESTYLE MEALS Live Music in Old Colorado City 719-632-2596

Page 44 PALMER LAKE, CO LA ROSA NEW MEXICO & SOUTHWEST DINING It’s All About the Chili 719-368-7676

AT THE BROADMOOR

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DINING DESTINATIONS Page 46 MORRISON, CO CAFÉ PRAGUE HOMESTYLE EUROPEAN DINING Beautiful Dining Room, Splendid Patio and Excellent Service 303-697-9722 Page 48 KEYSTONE, CO KEYSTONE RANCH FINEST CUTS OF MEAT, FRESH GAME & SEAFOOD Fine Dining in a 1930’s Log Home with Fireplace 970-496-4161 Page 50 FRISCO, CO KEMOSABE SUSHI BAR JAPANESE CUISINE WITH A CONTEMPORY TWIST Best of the Summit 2021 719-598-8667

Page 54 DENVER, CO INDIA’S RESTAURANT AUTHENTIC CUISINE FROM INDIA Best Indian Restaurant in Denver 303-755-4284 Page 56 LITTLETON, CO NO NO’S CAFE HEARTY CAJUN & SOUTHERN HOMESTYLE MEALS Casual Dining in A Downhome Atmosphere (303) 738-8330 Page 58 LONE TREE, CO RIO GRANDE MEXICAN RESTAURANT EXTENSIVE TEX-MEX MENU Located Near the Park Meadows Mall 719-598-8667

Page 52 DENVER, CO SHIP TAVERN AT THE BROWN PALACE LIVELY BAR, GOOD GOOD & MUSIC Historic Bar with Ship Décor 303-312-8943

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COFFEE LINGO FOR THE BEGINNER In the beginning, coffee was just hot and black, but America’s unquenchable thirst for the perfect cup of coffee has inspired endless varieties of coffee offerings such as the ones listed below. Here are a few definitions that will help you to find your way around a Colorado coffee shop.

EXPRESSO Expresso is made with special machines that force hot pressurized water through finely ground coffee, resulting in a sharp, dark heavy bodied brew.

MACCHIATO Expresso “marked” with two Tablespoons of frothed milk.

EXPRESSO CON PANNA Expresso topped with a dollop of whipped cream.

CAPPUCCINO A combination of 1/3 cup to 2/3 cup frothed milk, topped with frothed milk making a head of foam.

CAFÉ LATTIE 1/3 cup expresso and 2/3 cup steamed milk, topped with frothed milk making a head of foam. Flavors such as Vanilla, hazelnut and cinnamon are Colorado Dining Guide

added to the cup first for flavored Lattes.

CAFÉ MOCHA A mixture of 1/3 cup expresso and 2/3 cup frothed milk in which coco has been steamed in with the milk.

ARTICLES & REVIEWS Coffee Lingo for the Beginners -

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An American Revolution in Beer 17

Recipes of the Rockies

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Mona Lisa Fondue Restaurant Review 24 Slip into the Past Breckenridge

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For All the Right Seasons-Colorado Springs 34 What is Indian Food 54

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SAMPLE MENU THIS AND SO MUCH MORE

APPETIZERS - GREEN PLATES SMALL PLATES - DESSERTS -PAN-SEARED OR GRILLED GLACIER BAY SALMON* GF -BLACKENED MAHI AND CAJUN SHRIMP HH GF -CHIANTI BRAISED ANGUS BONELESS SHORTRIB (1lb.) HH GF -SHRIMP & GRITS* GF -LINGUINE & MANILA CLAMS WHITE OR RED

-FETTUCCINE DE MUSSELS -PAN SEARED SCALLOPS HH -GRILLED SHRIMP AND LINGUINI Scampi style -CENTER CUT PORK CHOP HH -PESTO PENNE Nut-free pesto -BOLOGNESE

-CARBONARA 611 WILCOX STREET, CASTLE ROCK, CO 80104 - (303) 660-2005 Colorado Dining Guide

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BRAISED SHORT RIBS

Intimate, Family Owned Restaurant Featuring An Extensive Wine List, Patio And

BLACKENED SALMON

Down -to earth

Vibe

SALMON GNOCCHI

Chef Paul Epstein “We enjoy embracing the community, helping, donating and contributing.

We love getting to know our customers. It makes our restaurant have a pulse, and makes it feel like home.”

Chef Paul & Melanie Epstein

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Neapolitan - Thin Crust Sicilian - Thick Crust We serve 20 of Colorado’s best local beers on tap from breweries across the state. Our guests are like family and it’s because of them that we’re always striving to ensure every moment they spend at our family table counts.

SMALL BITES LUNCH MENU . STARTERS . RISOTTO CALZONES . SALADS . SANDWICHES . PIZZA 312 WILCOX STREET, CASTLE ROCK, CO 80104 - (720) 535-4151 Colorado Dining Guide

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SAMPLE MENU THIS AND SO MUCH MORE GARLIC PARMESAN BITES house made dough, deep fried and tossed in garlic parmesan, marinara PASTA Add : Butter Poached Lobster-Blackened or Pan Seared Salmon-Blackened Shrimp-Pan Roasted Herbed Chicken-Spicy Link Italian Sausage LASAGNA & FETTUCCINE BOLOGNESE PESTO & BROWN BUTTER GNOCCHI BLACKENED SHRIMP Z’ABBRACCI CAMPANELLE

CLAMS SPAGHETTI FETTUCCINE ALFREDO PASTA PRIMAVERA CHICKEN PARMESAN FETTUCCINE STOUT BRAISED SHORT RIB RISOTTO HERB ROASTED WILD MUSHROOM RISOTTO

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GREAT FOOD & AMAZING DRINKS IN A RELAXED AND WARM ATMOSPHERE STARTERS . SANDWICHES . BURGERS PIZZA . SOUP & SALAD . TACOS BRUNCH MENU . LUNCH MENU

230 THIRD STREET, STE. 100, CASTLE ROCK, CO 80104 - (303) 660-2280 Colorado Dining Guide

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SAMPLE MENU...AND SO MUCH MORE THE MEXICAN BURGER... guacamole / Pico de Gallo / pickled jalapenos

BBQ PORK SANDWICH... homemade carnitas served on a bun topped with BBQ sauce

CHICKEN PARMESAN SANDWICH... crispy breaded

The Office Co.

chicken / melted mozzarella / melted parmesan / marinara

Bar & Kitchen

CRISPY CHICKEN WRAP... crispy breaded chicken / romaine lettuce/ ranch / bacon / Pico de Gallo / avocado / cheese

CALIFORNIA BURRITO... steak / fries / cheese / chipotle mayo / guacamole / Pico / served with chips and salsa

MAHI TACOS...2 tacos / chipotle tartar / slaw / Pico

CARNITAS... Pork carnitas / pinto beans / Pico / guacamole / tortillas

HALF RACK OF RIBS BBQ...Bourbon Glaze BLACKENED BOURBON CHICKEN... chicken breast / bourbon HOURS & DAYS VARY AT THIS TIME theofficecocr.com Sample Menu - Subject to Change

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THIS AND SO MUCH MORE! MAHI TACOS CARNITAS FLAT IRON STEAK HALF RACK OF RIBS, BBQ WITH BOURBON GLAZE SOUTHERN FISH AND CHIPS FRIED SHRIMP DINNER

CHICKEN PARMIGIIANA DESSERTS PECAN PIE NEWYORK CHEESE CAKE BANANNA SWIRL CHOCOLATE CAKE

3911 AMBROSIA ST., STE. 101, CASTLE ROCK, CO 80109 (720) 389-5986 Colorado Dining Guide

Castle Rock

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LOTS OF STARTERS PIZZA . TACOS SANDWICHES BURGERS

MIGUEL HERNANDEZ-OWNER

GREAT FOOD & AMAZING DRINKS IN A RELAXED AND WARM ATMOSPHERE

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Food Trucks, Live Music, Events and Craft Brewed Beer

Owner Bill Benson believes in bringing the “Community Center” back into the our daily lives. The Iron Mule is a place to relax and discuss the topics of the day with our community, friends, neighbors and families.

THE IRON MULE BREWERS COMBINES THE BEST OF THE OLD AND NEW BEER MAKING TECHNIQUES. 514 N. Perry Street, Castle Rock, CO 80104 (720) 328-9008 Colorado Dining Guide

Castle Rock

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THE PERFECT MARTINI What exactly is a properly made martini? James Bond’s favorite blend is two parts vodka, one gin, AMERICAN and half a part Lille. The vodka gentles the gin, but REVOLUTION there’s still a hint of juniper to spice things up.

IN BEER

BREWING, A NEARLY LOST ART IN AMERICA IS BACK AND IT’S BAD!

Known for our independent way of thinking, Americans are demanding freedom from stale, bland, uninteresting commercial beer. Like our forefathers (Thomas Jefferson had his own brewery and George Washington’s favorite brew was Porter) beer enthusiasts want the distinctive taste of American made genuine craft-brewed beer.

The brewing industry has evolved at an astonishing rate.

Buy a microbrew and you get a remarkable brew not found anywhere else. There are a wide spectrum of gourmet brews, including fresh draft lagers, amber ales, stout, porter and wheat beer. These tasty elixirs, who’s recipe dates back 10,000 years, has made and exciting revival.

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and So Much More!

SAMPLE MENU THIS AND SO MUCH MORE LOBSTER TAIL 8 oz cold water lobster poached in champagne butter ANNAPOLIS CRAB CAKES Made with Lump Blue Crab served with citrus remoulade SEARED SEA SCALLOPS Dry jumbo Scallops served with Citrus Beurre Blanc MAPLE LEAF DUCK BREAST 8oz breast, with a Sake Orange Thai sauce FILET MIGNON 80Z Angus Choice Filet with Dijon Cognac sauce CIOPPINO Combination of Little Neck Clams, mussels, shrimp, sea scallops and fish SMALL PLATES . LUNCH . SALADS ARRAY OF DESSERTS . TACOS

Trestles is the kind of atmosphere where you feel it is ‘your restaurant’, and they make you feel special every

880 W. HAPPY CANYON DR., CASTLE PINES, CO 80108 - (303) 663-3622 Colorado Dining Guide

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PUMPKIN PRALINE CHEESECAKE Crust 1 1/3 cups Ginger Snaps (pulverized) 1/4 cup Sugar 1/4 cup Unsalted Butter (melted)

Mix together. Pat into a crust in a 9” pie plate at least 2” deep.

Filling 3 Eggs 3/4 cup Sugar

Beat until fluffy.

Add 1 tsp. Vanilla 9 oz. Softened Cream Cheese

Beat until smooth.

Stir In 1 1/2 cups Pumpkin Puree 1/2 tsp. Nutmeg 1/4 tsp. Ground Cloves 1/4 tsp. Allspice 1/4 tsp. Cinnamon

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heavy whipping cream until stiff peaks form. Do not over beat. Fold into sour cream mixture.

Pralines 1/2 cup Sugar 1 tbls. Water 1/2 cup Pecans

Combine sugar and water in heavy sauce pan over medium heat until amber colored, stirring constantly. Mix in 1/2 cup pecans. Turn into lightly oiled cookie sheet. Cool for 1 hour. Crush into small pieces. Frost cooled cheese cake with sour cream frosting. Garnish with crushed Pralines.

Pour into Ginger Snap Crust. Bake at 350 degrees for 35 40 minutes. Chill for at least 1 hour before frosting.

Topping (Chantilly Crème) 3/4 lb. Sour Cream 1/2 cup Sugar 1 tsp. Vanilla Beat until smooth and creamy. Set aside. Beat1 cup

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RECIPES OF THE ROCKIES KNOWING HOW YOU LOVE RECIPES, WE’VE GATHERED A UNIQUE SAMPLING OF RECIPES FROM SOME OF OUR FAVORITE RESTAURANTS.

SPICES OF INDIA The use of spices in Indian cookery dates back to ancient times. It was the lure of spices the brought many foreign traders to the shores of India.

Indian cuisine is not necessarily acid and searing. The art of Indian cooking lies not in the excessive use of spices but in the delicate mix of a variety of spices to enhance the taste and flavor. India’s Restaurant Colorado Dining Guide

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BUFFALO SHANKS 6 Buffalo Shanks 1/2 cup Flour 1/4 cup Olive Oil 1/2 cup chopped bacon 1 Julienne Onion (large)

2 Red Peppers (small & diced) 2 tsp Garlic (minced) 1/2 cup Celery/ (small & diced) 1/2 tsp Dried Basil 1 1/2 tsp Fresh Rosemary (minced) 1 tsp Thyme 3 cups Tomato's (canned or dried)

aside. In same pan add bacon, onions, red peppers, garlic, celery, basil, rosemary and thyme. Sauté for two minutes. Add shanks back to pan and add enough stock to cover the shanks.

Bring to a boil, cover and cook for 2 to 2 1/2 hours in a 350 degree oven. Recommended to be served with long grain and wild rice, Risotto or linguine noodles.

ALFREDO LOVERS DELIGHT 4 oz Garlic Basil Fettuccine

1 cup White wine

1 oz of Clarified Butter

3 cups Buffalo/Beef Stock

24 oz Heavy Whipping Cream

2 tsp Parsley

Flour and cook shanks in olive oil until brown on both sides. Remove and set Colorado Dining Guide

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1/2 cup Sliced Mushrooms

Pepper (cut into 24 pcs)

1/4 cup Green Onions

1/2 tsp Salt

Salt & Pepper to taste

1/2 tsp Pepper

1 tsp Dry Basil

Place potato halves around sides of 11 3/4” x 7 1/2” microwave safe baking dish.

1 tsp Dry Oregano 1/4 cup Chicken Base Sauté mushrooms and green onions in butter for 1 minute. Add chicken base and whipping cream and cook until slightly thick. Add parmesan cheese, basil, oregano, salt & Pepper and garlic. Stir and cook for two minutes (low heat.) Serve over Garlic Basil Fettuccine.

ROASTED BEEF, GARLIC & LEMON KABOBS 1 Boneless Beef Sirloin Steak (cut 1 1/4” thick) 9 New Potatoes (small halved)

Cover and microwave on high 6 to 8 minutes or until almost tender. Meanwhile cut lemon into 6 wedges, cut wedge in half. Trim excess fat from steak. Cut steak into twenty-four 1 1/4” pieces . Combine all and oregano in small bowl.

Add lemon pieces, garlic cloves and bell peppers to cooked potatoes. Pour oil mixture over vegetables, tossing to coat. Alternatively thread beef pieces , vegetables and lemon on six 12” metal skewers. Place Kabobs on grill over medium coals. Grill 10 to 15 minutes for rare to medium.

Turn occasionally. Season with salt & pepper.

1 Lemon 3 tbls. Olive Oil 1 tbls. Minced Oregano Leaves 12 Large Cloves of Garlic (unpeeled) 1 Medium Green Bell Colorado Dining Guide

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ADD A LITTLE ROMANCE TO YOUR LIFE!

Mona Lisa Fondue, located in historic downtown Manitou Springs is one of the most romantic restaurants on the front range. The low lights, candles and antique décor

make

it

the

perfect

choice for that special evening.

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Although romantic and charming, fondue with it’s long forks and dripping cheese is fun and adds smiles and laughter to your evening. Mona Lisa’s most popular selection is a 4-Course Dinner featuring salad, imported Gruyere and Emmental cheese fondue, your choice of meats, seafood, sausage or vegetable platter for table-top grilling and a rich, chocolate dessert fondue. Mona Lisa’s award winning cuisine and extensive wine selection was chosen by Wine Spectator Magazine for it’s “Award of Excellence.”

Owner Jeff Kiepke and his family have owned Mona Lisa Fondue for 25 years and feature a leisurely atmosphere, friendly staff an d d el ic i ous fr e s h ingredients. For a before or after dinner drink, try Mona’s Cellar, offering cozy surroundings and a full-service wine bar.

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JEFF KIEPKE OWNER FOR 25 YEARS

GRUYERE & EMMENTAL CHEESE FONDUE

CHOCOLATE FONDUE CHOICES FRESH FRUIT .CAKE BAKED GOODS FOR DIPPING

FLAT IRON FILET CHICKEN BREAST TERIYAKI FILET GULF TIGER SHRIMP ALANTIC SALMON CAJUN BRATWURST

733 MANITOU AVE., MANITOU SPRINGS, CO 80829 719) 685-0277 Colorado Dining Guide

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4-COURSE FONDUE DINNER FIRST COURSE Salads Caesar . Garden . Seasonal SECOND COURSE Fondue Old World . New World South of the Border . Greek Isle Brie . Fontina

ONE OF COLORADO’S FAVORITE PLACES TO CELEBRATE

THIRD COURSE Meats Traditional . Vegetarian . Seafood . Wild Game FOURTH COURSE An Array of Chocolate Fondue Choices

Add Flavored Liqueur or Try a Specialty Fondue Like Flaming Turtle, Salted Caramel HOURS & DAYS VARY AT THIS TIME monalisafondue.com Sample Menu-Subject to Change

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THE TAVERNE STEAKHOUSE Choice Steak & Seafood Live Music & Dancing on the Weekends

WHEN YOU CHOOSE TO MAKE A RESERVATIONS TO DINE AT THE BROADMOOR YOU DON’T JUST CHOOSE A TIME, YOU CHOOSE A CENTURY.!

A CENTURY!

SAMPLE MENU - THIS AND SO MUCH MORE

CHOICE STEAK & SEAFOOD 10oz Black Angus Beef Tenderloin 14oz Gold Canyon Ribeye 14 oz. Berkshire Pork Chop 14oz Gold Canyon NY Strip 8oz Hanger Steak Eagles Nest Ranch Wagyu Colorado Lamb Chops 1 LAKE AVENUE, COLORADO SPRINGS, CO 80906 - (719) 623-5112 Colorado DiningSubject Guide to Change Sample Menu-

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RAW BAR - APPETIZERS - MAIN COURSES Miso Glazed Sterling Salmon Pacific Grouper Crispy Southern Fried Chicken Eggplant Parmesan La Taverne Prime Rib OTHER BROADMOOR RESTAURANTS RISTORANTE DEL LAGO . GOLDEN BEE . SUMMIT

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Pork Weiner Schnitzel Veal Weiner Schnitzel Zigeuner schnitzel Breaded and sauteed pork cutlet with mushrooms, paprika, onions and bell pepper Jager schnitzel Pork with Hunter's sauce

Rustic Bavarian beer garden & eatery where folk music accompanies the classic Old World dishes like schnitzel.

Chicken Cordon Bleu - Breaded, boneless cutlet sauteed and topped with ham and Swiss cheese

34 E. RAMONA AVE., COLORADO SPRINGS, CO 80905 (719) 633-2220 Colorado Dining Guide

Colorado Springs

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SAMPLE MENU THIS AND SO MUCH MORE

Veal Cordon Bleu Breaded boneless cutlet, sauteed and topped with Ham and Swiss cheese Spiessbraten - Cured pork roast Sauerbraten - Sweet and sour beef served with dumpling and red cabbage.

Roulade - Bacon stuffed beef Hungarian Goulash - A hearty beef goulash served with noodles Maultaschen - A Swabian style pasta pocket filled with a delicious mixture of meats Bayrische Schweinshaxe A 22 oz. skin on, bone in ham shank, beer marinated and slow cooked. Finished on the grill for flavor.

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STEP INTO THE PAST AT BRECKENRIDGE Step into the past at Breckenridge, a Colorado mountain town that dares to offer the latest in skiing technology in the surroundings of another age. No matter what you’re looking for, individuals, families and couples, will discover that Breckenridge provides the diversity and variety necessary for a quality vacation.

Besides great skiing in the winter and fantastic hiking and biking in the summer, this charming Victorian town boasts a fascinating historical past. The turn-of-the-century buildings house numerous shops along with bars and restaurants. Specialty shops offer a wide range of wares including fine furs, custom jewelry, famous chocolates and designer clothing.

History buffs can tour the 162 year-old mining town while art lovers can escape to the many local art galleries.

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Breckenridge has come a long way from it’s early beginnings as a mining town that produced the State’s largest gold nugget. No longer a lazy mountain town, but and international ski resort that maintains the spirit of it’s historic past.

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COLORADO SPRINGS FOR ALL THE RIGHT SEASONS

AIR FORCE ACADEMY

MANITOU SPRINGS

Don’t miss this Colorado favorite. Start at the visitor’s center for a self-guided tour map. Visit the world famous 17 spire, 1,500 ft. tall Cadet Chapel set against the background of the Rockies.

Barry Goldwater Visitor Center (719) 333-2025 usa.af.mil

In 1880, Dr. William Bell and Gen. William Palmer developed Manitou Springs as a health spa. It’s 25 bubbling mineral springs and rare natural beauty drew the infirm from around the world to “take the waters.” Today the historic city of Manitou Springs abounds with unique shops, exciting attractions and fine dining.

Manitou Springs Visitor’s Center (719)-685-5089 manitousprings.org

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GARDEN of the GODS One of the most unusual and beautiful city parks in the country. The haunting beauty of 300 million year old red rock formations create an unique registered National Landmark. Hiking trails and picnic areas allow visitors to explore the natural scenery of the park.

Don’t forget your camera!

The world class Visitor & Nature Center and museum is the most visited attraction in the region with all new interactive exhibits. Make plans to visit the new Geo-trekker theater.

(719) 634-6666 gardenofthegods.com

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CAVE OF THE WINDS View stalactites and stalagmites formed millions of years ago.

The drive up to Cave of the Winds through beautiful Williams Canyon is an extra treat.

Check out the array of rides and attractions from wild to mild.

(719) 685-5444 caveofthewinds.com

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LOCATED IN HISTORIC OLD COLORADO CITY Southern Starters . Salads . House Sandwiches . Veggie Burgers

TENDER SMOKED BBQ PORK RIBS Our famous pork St. Louis-style ribs rotisserie slow-smoked with our special rib rub and offered SAUCED or NAKED!

GOOD BEER IS A BIG DEAL TO US!

BEST BARBEQUE

2330 WEST COLORADO AVE, OLD COLORADO CITY, 80904 (719) 632-2596 Colorado Dining Guide

Old Colorado City

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THIS AND SO MUCH MORE! THE SLOPPY PIG...

Tender-smoked pulled pork, grilled kielbasa sausage, smoked pepper bacon, topped with Sweet n’ Spicy BBQ, smoked cheddar cheese PULLED CHICKEN SANDWICH All natural Red Bird tender and moist, seasoned & smoked pulled Chicken HICKORY SMOKED CHICKEN WINGS...Seasoned, smoked, and fried, then tossed in choice of sauce SOUTHERN PECAN PIE A century-old Southern recipe! Loaded with pecans topped with homemade vanilla & caramel sauce

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SAMPLE MENU THIS AND SO MUCH MORE

Entrée Roasted Scottish Salmon w/ a Leek-Dill-Parmesan Gratinee, Basmati Rice, Artichoke, Arugula Salad, Roasted Tomato Vinaigrette Grilled York Steak Mashed Potatoes, Caramelized Onion, Worcestershire Jus, Shallots, Wild Mushrooms & Smoked Blue Butter Ricotta Parmesan Gnudi w/ Lemon Brown Butter, Spring Vegetables, Wild Mushrooms, Grilled Artichokes & Spring Pea Pesto Grilled Jerk Marinated Pork Tenderloin Polenta, Roasted Orange-Ginger-Dijon Mojo, Grilled Pineapple Scallion & Radish 7350 PINE CREEK ROAD, COLORADO SPRINGS, CO 80919 (719) 598-8667 Colorado Dining Guide

Colorado Springs,

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FEATURING A SPECIALTY FIVE-COURSE MENU AS WELL AS A LIGHTER THREE-COURSE DINNER APPETIZER . SALAD . ENTRÉE . DESSERT

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162 TRACKER DR., #110, COLORADO SPRINGS, CO 80921 (719) 964-0234 Colorado Dining Guide

Colorado Springs,

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HAND-CUT STEAKS MADE FROM SCRATCH SIDES FRESH BAKED BREAD - ICE COLD BEER SAMPLE MENU ...

THIS AND SO MUCH MORE

Country Fried Chicken Chicken Critters Smothered Chicken Grilled BBQ Chicken Crusted Herb Chicken

Grilled Pork Chops Pulled Pork Dinner Country Fried Sirloin Beef Tips Grilled Salmon Fried Catfish Grilled Shrimp 16196 JACKSON CREEK PARKWAY, MONUMENT, CO 80132 (719) 481-9980 Colorado Dining Guide

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Filet Medallions • USDA Choice Sirloin Ft. Worth Ribeye • New York Strip Dallas Filet • Bone-In Ribeye • T-Bone Road Kill • Steak Kabob Prime Rib FALL-OFF-THE-BONE RIBS Our award winning ribs are slow cooked with a unique blend of seasonings and our signature BBQ

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New Mexico & Southwestern Cooking

25 CO-HWY. 105, PALMER LAKE, CO 80133 (719) 368-7676 Colorado Dining Guide

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IT’S ALL ABOUT THE CHIILI SAMPLE MENU … THIS & SO MUCH MORE Carne Adovada...Pork marinated in a savory Hatch Red Chili sauce

Shrimp Diablo...Sauteed shrimp in butter, onion, and garlic.

Fish Veracruz...Wild caught cod Chili Rellenos...A roasted Pueblo Chile, hand stuffed with jack cheese

Braised Lamb Shank...16oz Rocky Mountain raised lamb Panko-crusted Shrimp...Shrimp crusted with Panko Crumbs flashed fried

Chicken Breast Mole...A tenderly cooked chicken breast served with a blend of chilies, spices, and a bit of chocolate

Carne Asada...10oz Striploin Steak seasoned, grilled, and finished with grilled onions

Rio Grande Chile Burger...1/2 lb. Callicrate beef

Ahi Tuna Tijuana (Street) Tacos...Ahi Tuna grilled with pineapple, sweet peppers, and chorizo HOURS AND DAYS VARY AT THIS TIME larosasouthwesterndining.com Sample Menu - Subject to Change

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CHARCUTERIE & CHEESE . SMALL PLATES SOUP & SALAD BEST VENUE IN COLORADO FOR A SPECIAL OCCASION OR WEDDING BEEF TENDERLOIN

RIBEYE

CENTER CUT NY STRIP

HANGER STEAK

BISON RIBEYE

COLORADO LAMB LOIN

PAN SEARED SEA SCALLOPS

GRILLED NORWIEGIAN SALMON

MAPLE BRINED AIRLINE CHECKEN

ROASTED CAULFLOWER STEAK

1437 CO ROAD 150, KEYSTONE, CO 80435 - (970) 496-4161 Colorado Dining Guide

Keystone

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Fixed-price American fine dining in a 1930s log home

Chef Smiley creates something special for everyone

RUSTIC ELEGANCE

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THIS AND SO MUCH MORE! (6 Pieces Per Order) *Salmon (Sake) *Tuna (Maguro) *Seared Tuna (Aburi Maguro) *Yellowtail (Hamachi) Octopus (Taco) Freshwater Eel (Unagi) Trinity (3 pieces each: Sake, Maguro, Hamachi) *Sumiso

SIT ON THE FLOOR IN ONE OF THEIR CHARMING PRIVATE ROOMS 603 MAIN STREET, FRISCO, COLORADO 80443 (719) 598-8667 Colorado Dining Guide

Frisco

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SOUPS . STARTERS HOT SAKE

NIGIRI . SIMPLE ROLLS SPECIALITY ROLLS HOURS & DAYS VARY AT THIS TIME kemosabesushibar.com Sample Menu- Subject to Change

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SAMPLE MENU...THIS AND SO MUCH MORE Boneless Chicken Breast filled with Swiss Cheese and Ham, Breaded, Pan Fried

Pork Loin Lightly Breaded, Pan Fried Veal Scaloppini Lightly Breaded, Pan Fried Bratwurst, Knockwurst German and Elk Jalapeño Sausage Pork & Beef Meatloaf with Brown Sauce ½ Duck Served with Bread & Potato Dumplings

Marinated Beef Pot Roast Tender Pieces of Beef with Bread Dumplings

Fresh Filet of Salmon stuffed with Crabmeat & Brie Cheese Fresh Filet of Pike Lightly Breaded, Pan Fried Veal Scallopini in a Marsala Wine Mushroom Sauce Braised Lamb Shank in Cabernet-Rosemary-Garlic Demi

Two 4 oz. Tournedos topped with Crab Meat, Asparagus,

209 BEAR CREEK AVE., MORRISON, CO 80465 (303) 697-9722 Colorado Dining Guide

Morrison,

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Fine European and American Cuisine From roast duck to Hungarian goulash, Cafe Prague has something for everyone.

Discover the best European and

American cuisine in town at our European restaurant in Morrison, Colorado. Weather permitting, we feature a splendid patio for outdoor dining. With our an amazing well-rounded wine list, we have an excellent selection for any meal.

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VINTAGE PUB OPENED IN 1934 AFTER THE REPEAL OF PROHIBITION

LIVE MUSIC BIG SCREEN TELEVISIONS

321 17th STREET, DENVER, CO 80202 (303-312-8943) Colorado Dining Guide

Denver

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SHIP TAVERN AT THE BROWN PALACE HOTEL

stained-glass ceiling of their eight-story atrium.

THIS AND SO MUCH MORE! SLOW ROASTED PRIME RIB ROCKY MOUNTAIN TROUT GRILLED FILLET OF BEEF FISH & CHIPS (ROCKY MOUNTAIN TROUT) HALF ROAST CHICKEN SCOTTISH SALMON SEARED ATLANTIC SCALLOPS

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TANDOOR- E-AZAM The “Tandoor” is used for tandoori meat preparation and baking tandoori breads. It is an earthenware pot, which is about four feet deep. The upper half slopes inward, thus presenting an opening about a foot in width. It is fired and heated with charcoal. The tandoori preparations tend to have a unique “earthy” taste about them!

INDIA ’S VEGETARIAN K ITCHEN Since the medieval ages, India has been the cradle of vegetarianism therefore, it is not surprising to find the choicest and most delicious vegetable preparations. Even the humblest of vegetables are coaxed into a rare delicacy, and can take their place at the most lavish dinner table.

8921 E. HAMPDEN AVE., DENVER, CO 80231 (303) 755-4284 Colorado Dining Guide

Denver

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THIS ...

AND SO MUCH MORE INDIA’S APPETIZERS SOUPS SALADS FROM INDIA TANDOOR-E-AZAM INDIA’S VEGETARIAN COMBINATION THALIS CURRY - CHICKEN LAMB - GOAT RICE - ROTI

FINE INDIAN CUISINE India’s Restaurant has consistently been ranked among the top Indian restaurants in Denver and is often referred to as the best Denver Indian restaurant by its followers.

Indian cuisine is the general term for the wide variety of cooking styles from India. Indian food is almost always prepared with fresh ingredients along with delicate mitures of many different fresh and dried spices

ROTI (INDIAN BREADS) Indian breads are unique unto themselves. They have no counterpart in English or continental cookery. Unlike the breads of Western origin, Indian breads are not all leavened. Tandoori roti is baked in the tandoor, and is most

popular in Punjab due to he fact that they are real delicious if consumed while still hot.

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YOU’VE NEVER TASTED A BETTER BREAD PUDDING JUST LIKE GRANDMA USED TO MAKE

3005 W. COUNTYLINE ROAD, LITTLETON, CO 80129 (303-738-8330) Colorado Dining Guide

Littleton

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THIS AND SO MUCH MORE….

Colorado Dining has eaten many times at this Hearty Cajun and Southern Restaurant. Here are a few of our favorites.

Appetizer Crabmeat Au Gratin Filled With Crabmeat In a Yummy Sauce Sandwich Crispy and Fresh

Blackened Catfish Sandwich

Homestyle Meals

Grilled Blackened Salmon - Just Hot Enough Beef Strognoff - Like Strognoff Should be, Tender, Creamy and Filled with Mushrooms. Mayme’s Marconi & Cheese - Best Mac & Cheese Ever Made.

So Thick You Can Cut it in Squares Try their unique Bourbon Milk Punch - A No No’s French Quarter Tradition

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EVERYTHING MADE FROM SCRATCH

SERVING COLORADO TEX/MEX FARE SINCE 1986 TACOS Á LA CARTE Baja Fish Corn tortilla, cabbage, Mexican-style crema, Valentina hot sauce Shishito Relleno Corn tortilla, fried cheese, shishito peppers, classic green salsa Grilled Steak Flour tortilla, smoky tomatillo salsa, onion, cilantro, lime Cilantro-Lime Grilled Chicken Flour tortilla, avocado salsa, onion, cilantro, lime Beer-Braised Carnitas Corn tortilla, smoky tomatillo salsa, pickled onion, cilantro 9535 PARK MEADOWS DR, LONE TREE, CO 80124 303-799-4999 Colorado Dining Guide

Lone Tree

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THE BEST MARGARITAS NORTH OF THE RIO GRANDE The legendary mixture of tequila, salt and lime, makes the world a better place. Available on the rocks or frozen.

THIS AND SO MUCH MORE! QUESADILLAS TOSTADAS

FAJITAS FAJITA COMBO BURRITOS ENCHILADA RELLENOS

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BEST HAPPY HOUR IN TOWN the office Co. & the Library Co.

The Office Co. Bar & Kitchen Historic Downtown (303) 660-2280 230 Third Street, Castle Rock, CO 80104

The Library Co. Bar & Kitchen The Meadows 3911 Ambrosia Street, Castle Rock, CO 80109

(720) 389-5986

The Gym Co. Tavern-Pizza-Pool 18951 Mainstreet, Parker, CO 80134 - Parker

(303) 805-2877

162 TRACKER DR. #110, COLORADO SPRINGS, CO 80921 (719) 964-0234