Colorado Expression magazine - December 19-January 2020

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Broadway Happy Birthday Nom Nom Market

Klaus Obermeyer!

Holiday Recipes

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CONTENTS

In this Issue

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Out & About 6

Features 50

Shot in the Dark

Fashion

Revisit some of the recent fundraisers around town and those that supported these important causes.

22 Social Calendar

By Elizabeth Jones

Support our local nonprofits and charities now and later at these upcoming galas and gatherings.

30 Bits & Pieces

By Joy Lawrance

Read about the National Western Stock Show and the 2020 Citizens of the West, local toy drives that need your support, Dumb Friends League’s new shelter name, Colorado’s new state historian, two new books by local authors and much more.

34 Hot Tickets

By Elizabeth Jones

’Tis the season to be out and about enjoying seasonal festivities across the metro area or heading to the mountains to ring in the New Year.

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By Georgia Alexia Benjou

Ski style trends to wear now.

56 Klaus Obermeyer

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Sip & Savor 40 Broadway Market

By Marge D. Hansen

Friendly and relaxed dining spots, with menus that put guests in touch with tastes from around the globe.

By Kim D. McHugh

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Aspen-based ski industry innovator celebrates a century.

A Taste of the Holidays

Cover

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Photography: Jensen Sutta Styling by Georgia Alexia Benjou; fashion assistant Tsering Dolma Sherpa; makeup by Michael Moore, Moore For Life.

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Everyone has a favorite holiday recipe; here are a few by notable Colorado cooks and entertainers.

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Jennifer Jasinski and Beth Gruitch create inspirational dishes from Spain and Portugal.

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CONTENTS

In this Issue 64 Getaways

By Jordan Martindell and Elizabeth Hamilton

Cure the winter doldrums with a trip to the tropical paradise of Kauai.

68 Technology

By Katie Coakley

Rob Schenk and his company, ShowTek Events, produce memorable parties and fundraisers

70 Enterprise

By Lindsay Mitchell

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Art & Design

By Colleen Smith

Public Persona

Zachary Zorn Designs creates artful yet functional furnishings with recycled metal and reclaimed wood.

By Scott S. Evans

Chris Linsmayer, public affairs director of Colorado Ski Country USA, happily promotes Colorado snow sports.

28 Nonprofit Profile

With more than 23,000 books to choose from, The Hermitage Bookshop offers something for everyone.

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By Joanne Davidson

Rejuvenate your home with some of these inspiring ideas and products.

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The Alumia Institute offers education, exercise and nutrition to support brain health.

Interior Designer

By Elizabeth Kosar

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Alexandra Gove, owner of Hygge Life Shop & CafĂŠ, introduces coziness and comfort, European-style.

Art Scene

By Lisa Perry

Imagination meets philanthropy at dramatic Canstruction sculpture exhibit.

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From the Publisher

COLORADO expression OWNER/PUBLISHER

Elizabeth Hamilton

New Year’s Resolutions Reflecting on what is truly important, and being grateful for everything life has to offer

MANAGING EDITOR

Elizabeth Jones CONTRIBUTING EDITOR

Suzanne S. Brown

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oals of eating better,

OPERATIONS DIRECTOR

Lisa Buscietta DESIGN/PRODUCTION

Connie Robertson Andrea Späth

regular exercise, and eight hours of sleep are all on my list for

2020. That said, what my true focus

for this year is being mindful of all

that my life has to offer with PHOTOGRAPHY

Pamela Cress Lisa Perry Caitlin Roth Jensen Sutta

understanding, gratitude, kindness and love. Who better exemplifies that than Klaus Obermeyer, who celebrates his 100th birthday this year, still skiing Aspen Mountain.

DIGITAL/SOCIAL MEDIA

Misti Mills CONTRIBUTING WRITERS

Katie Coakley Joanne Davidson Scott S. Evans Georgia Alexia Benjou Joy Lawrance Marge D. Hansen Elizabeth Kosar Jordan Martindell Kim D. McHugh Lindsay Mitchell Lisa Perry Colleen Smith

Featured

in

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Klaus

embraces all that makes life joyous.

Food and travel are also cornerstones of a sweet, full life. Whether it’s the global tastes of Broadway Market, or a few truly Colorado days at C Lazy U Ranch, I can’t wait to widen my circle of experiences. Generosity of spirit is also featured throughout the magazine as we celebrate those who give so much to our communities—the organizations that exist to lift others up and their supporters. During the holidays and throughout the new year, you might find me with my nose buried in a vintage first edition at Hermitage Bookshop, stirring up a delish recipe from renowned Colorado cooks, or sampling Spanish tapas with friends at Ultreia, but one thing for sure, I’ll be committed to enjoying everything our

CONTRIBUTORS

Georgia Alexia Benjou Michael Moore Mary Rogers Tsering Dolma Sherpa Jensen Sutta

spectacular Colorado life as to offer. I hope you find inspiration on these pages that sparks your curiosity to grab 2020 with gusto. I’ll also be raising a glass to our collective imagination, and personal exploration. Happy New Year!

Elizabeth Hamilton President and publisher, New West Publishing

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All for a Good Cause A Force of Nature The Force of Nature gala was held at and benefited the Denver Zoo. Photography by Pamela Cress

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Fill a Plate for Hunger The annual Fill a Plate for Hunger held at Denver Botanic Gardens benefited We Don’t Waste.

Photography by Pamela Cress

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Flight to Luxury Held at the Centennial Airport, Flight to Luxury was a benefit for Pivot Denver.

Photography by Pamela Cress

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Taking Flight Gala Held at The Ritz-Carlton, Denver, the Taking Flight Gala was a benefit for Warren Village.

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February December 2-12

On select dates each December, Amp the Cause brings joy to more than 1,800 local children with the ultimate holiday party and gifts during its annual Holidays For Kids special events.

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The Faces of JFS 2019 Winter Soirée at Infinity Park Event Center will honor Aaron Hyatt and Scott Stillman while benefiting the life-transforming work of Jewish Family Service.

303-597-5000 • jewishfamilyservice.org 7

1940s White Christmas Ball at the Hyatt Regency Convention Center raises funds for The Colorado 10th Mountain Division Foundation, The Commemorative Air Force, Rocky Mountain Honor Flight, The Audie Murphy Infantry Museum and The Young Aviators 43.

720-924-1945 • 1940sball.org 7

Sing It To Me Santa, a Denver holiday tradition at the Ogden Theatre, will feature Kaleo along with Tracksuit Wedding to benefit Take Note Colorado supporting local youth musicians. takenotecolorado.org 10

Colorado Gives Day. This annual statewide movement celebrates and increases philanthropy in Colorado through online giving. coloradogives.org

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The Golda Luncheon, the signature event for JewishColorado, will be held at the Grand Hyatt Denver.

303-321-3399 • jewishcolorado.org 21

The 64th annual Denver Debutante Ball at The Brown Palace Hotel will benefit the Denver Botanic Gardens.

303-297-3111 • denverbotanicgardens.org 31

Held at the Ellie Caulkins Opera House, the 18th White Rose Gala— Roaring 20’s/Great Gatsby NYE Party will benefit the Humankindness project. newyearspartydenver.com

January 7

The Coors Western Art Exhibit & Sale— WinterWest—Red Carpet Reception at the National Western Complex Expo Hall benefits the National Western Scholarship Trust.

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Marcy and Bruce Benson will be honored as the 2020 Citizens of the West at this annual dinner held at the National Western Events Center to benefit the National Western Scholarship Foundation.

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The Colorado Business Hall of Fame Dinner at the Hyatt Regency Conven-

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A Night in Neverland at the Ellie Caulkins Opera House benefits the Colorado Ballet’s Education and Community Engagement Programs and Academy Scholarships.

303-339-1640 • coloradoballet.org 8

Artma is a unique, funky, fabulous art auction and fund-raising extravaganza like no other. Don’t miss this biennial event benefiting The Morgan Adams Foundation. Location TBA. 303-758-2130 • morganadamsfoundation.org 8

East meets West at the Chinese New Year Gala. Celebrate the Year of the Rat at the Grand Hyatt Denver while supporting the Nathan Yip Foundation.

303-817-8400 • nathanyipfoundation.org 20

Join the Denver Scholarship Foundation in celebration of these DSF Scholars for the annual Bright Futures Breakfast at the History Colorado Center.

303-951-4140 • denverscholarship.org 21-23

The 45th Annual Wells Fargo Ski Cup at Winter Park benefits the National Sports Center for the Disabled. nscd.org 22

Beaux Arts Ball at the Hyatt Regency Convention Center is the largest local fundraising event benefiting National Jewish Health.

877-354-6719 • njhealth.org

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Enjoy French fare, iconic cuisine and wine at Kaleidoscope—French Fantastique, held at The Ritz-Carlton, Denver, to benefit the Rocky Mountain Children’s Health Foundation.

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The annual PUSH Gala, held at Hyatt Regency Convention Center, supports Craig Hospital’s programs and research.

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Jane-A-Thon, the premiere fundraising event for Invest in Kids, is held every year at Winter Park Resort to benefit young children and families.

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The annual Business for the Arts Awards Luncheon at the Seawell Ballroom will celebrate the 2020 honorees for their outstanding business and arts partnerships across Colorado.

720-428-6720 • cbca.org 13

The Imagine 2020 luncheon at The Brown Palace Hotel honors the Kempe Center for its excellence in the prevention and treatment of child abuse and neglect.

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Opera Colorado’s Annual Gala at the Four Seasons Hotel Denver supports Opera Colorado’s education and community programs.

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Join the Colorado Women’s Hall of Fame at the Hyatt Regency Denver for its biennial Induction Gala.

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Save the date for Celebrity Waiter, an evening of phenomenal food, exciting company and entertaining antics to benefit Amp the Cause.

303-605-2885 • ampthecause.org 16

Don’t miss the Laugh Yourself Blue 10th Anniversary Celebration at the Seawell Ballroom to benefit Firefly Autism. Talent to be announced.

303-759-1192 • fireflyautism.org 23

The 56th Annual Colorado Sports Hall of Fame Induction Banquet will be held at the Hilton Denver City Center.

720-258-3888 • coloradosports.org 23

Denver Public Schools 2020 Achieve Gala will be held at the Hyatt Regency Convention Center in celebration of the achievements of DPS students.

720-423-3553 • dpsfoundation.org 25

Mark your calendars for the annual NightShine Gala, an evening supporting the Denver Health Foundation.

Location and honoree TBA. 303-602-2978 • denverhealthfoundation.org 29

The 16th annual Jewish Family Service JFS Executive Luncheon will be held at the Hyatt Regency Convention Center.

303-597-5000 • jewishfamilyservice.org

May 6

Held at the Hilton Denver City Center, the Spring Brass Ring Luncheon & Fashion Show raises funds for the Guild of the Children’s Diabetes Foundation.

303-863-1200 • childrensdiabetesfoundation.org

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The Spring Tea is a fantastic party benefiting Opera Colorado’s education and community programs.

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CHRIS LINSMAYER, AN EAST HIGH School alumnus and graduate of Amherst College with a degree in environmental studies, is in his fourth winter with Colorado Ski Country USA, now as its public affairs director. Colorado Ski Country USA is a trade organization that represents 23 of Colorado’s ski resorts. So it is no surprise that Linsmayer eats and drinks the outdoors, particularly skiing. Linsmayer, formerly a ski instructor at Steamboat Ski Resort, now happily promotes Colorado skiing and all the incredible events, sports and food his member resorts have to offer to Coloradans and beyond.

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What surprises people about you?

How much I read. Everybody assumes I’m a big outdoor guy, which I am, but I really am a reader.

How do people describe you?

Fun and outgoing.

Who do you most admire?

My mom. She is a very determined and dedicated person and I have always been inspired by her dedication to herself, her family and her career.

Favorite Denver metro restaurant?

Leven Deli in the Golden Triangle.

What was the last great book you read?

My all-time favorite is The Power of One by Bryce Courtenay.

What is your biggest fashion faux pas?

I did wear a bolo tie to a friend’s wedding as a badge of honor as a Coloradan. Other than that, not much.

What is one thing that you absolutely can’t live without?

Pasta. It doesn’t matter what kind.

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A BACKGROUND IN SNOW SPORTS, THE OUTDOORS, POLITICS AND MEDIA IS THE PERFECT FIT FOR HIS PUBLIC AFFAIRS ROLE AT SKI ASSOCIATION

By Scott S. Evans

Name: Chris Linsmayer Age: 30 Marital status: Single Children: None Career: Public Affairs Director, Colorado Ski County USA Hometown: Denver Where do you call home today? Lincoln Park, Denver Website: coloradoski.com

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What was your last major purchase?

A new TV. What gadget can you not live without?

My back-country ski equipment.

What are your hobbies?

Anything outdoors. I enjoy hiking, camping, exploring and, of course, skiing.

What is your most memorable Colorado experience?

My first winter in Colorado, I visited all 23 ski areas that are a part of our ski association.

What one word describes Coloradans to you?

Adventurous.

What is your favorite spot in Colorado to visit?

I used to be a ski instructor at Steamboat, so I enjoy going back there and seeing old friends.

Are you involved with any charities?

No. But Colorado Ski Country USA donates items to charities and good causes quite often.

What took you down this career path?

I grew up in an avid, outdoorsy family. This job combines skiing, outdoors, politics and media and public relations. It’s the perfect fit.

Where did you grow up skiing?

Mostly along the I-70 corridor. When I was in college at Amherst College, I got the Rocky Mountain Super Pass, which made Steamboat accessible as well as the other great areas that I could explore.

Ski or snowboard?

I am a skier. I snowboarded when I was a teenager, but I came back to skiing so I could keep up with my dad.

What does Colorado Ski Country USA do?

We are a trade association representing 23 ski resorts across Colorado from the small areas to the large areas. We perform communications and public relations, public policy and marketing, and pass programs Who funds it?

The member ski areas.

What are the greatest challenges facing Colorado ski resorts?

The long-term threat of climate change and continuing to grow participation in the sport.

What has been your most memorable moment working for Colorado Ski Country USA? Just representing the Colorado ski industry is a really fun job, and the people we work with make Colorado skiing great. By far Colorado is the number one state in the county for skier visits.

Are there new projects for this ski season that stick out for you?

These past two years have been transformative years for investment in the ski areas. We have 11 new lifts across the state, including two new gondolas, new lodging facilities and new dining areas.

Colorado Ski Country USA promotes more than just skiing. What are the events and offerings that bring people to the mountains other than skiing?

Many areas are year-round destinations for people interested in things like hiking, mountain biking, and music series. There are mountain coasters that essentially roller coasters through the trees.

Where do you see the ski industry in 10 years?

I think Colorado will continue to be the number one state in skier visits. I expect that investment will

continue to keep Colorado a worldclass destination for skiers.

The question of a high-speed rail line to the I-70 ski resorts has long been discussed in Colorado. Do you see that as a realistic future possibility?

It’s been a part of the conversation for decades. There always are varying degrees of support for it. The problem has always been the funding mechanism. There are two great rail lines already, however. The Winter Park Express is a huge success delivering people from Union Station to Winter Park, and the California Zephyr travels from Union Station to Glenwood Springs to deliver skiers to Sunlight Mountain Resort.

Do you have a favorite ski memory?

It’s not exactly a memory, but my dad has a picture of me as a 6-yearold and he is lowering me into his ski boots in the front yard. I think of that picture often.

What steps is Colorado Ski Country USA taking to make access to ski resorts more accessible for Coloradans, particularly kids?

We tell people to use Colorado Ski Country as an information source for discounts and resort information.

We have the Colorado Gems Card that substantially discounts ski tickets for 11 resorts. We also have the Passport Program that provides three free tickets for 22 resorts (a possible 66 free tickets) for all Colorado fifth graders. For Colorado sixth graders, the Pass Program offers four days for $110 at 22 areas (a possible 88 free tickets).

Scott S. Evans is graduate of Dartmouth College and the University of Virginia School of Law and is a father of two, a business litigation attorney, writer and high school lacrosse coach living in Centennial. Fun fact: Scott’s mom skied for Middlebury College and the U.S. national team.

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“I’M SORRY, BUT THE TEST SHOWS you have dementia.”

Those words, no matter how delicately delivered, can’t help but turn a person’s world upside down. The patient and his or her loved ones are likely to leave the doctor’s office in a state of shock, clutching a prescription for a medication that may or may not slow the dementia’s progression, along with literature containing information about the various forms of dementia and contact information for the local Alzheimer’s Association chapter.

The Alzheimer’s Association offers a wealth of resources for patients, their families and caregivers. Yet, says Chip Watson, executive director of the Englewood-based Alumia Institute, a gap exists for those diagnosed early—that is, before advanced care is needed.

The nonprofit Alumia Institute was established by a group of physicians determined to give people who want to fight the disease the best quality of life possible for as long as possible. Or, as Dr. Kim Gorgens, a member of the Alumia Institute board, described it in a conversation with Ed Greene on a KOA radio question-and-answer session: “To extend their runway as much as we can.”

The Details Alumia Institute 9800 E. Geddes Ave., #50 Englewood, CO 80112 720-405-6043 alumiainstitute.com The nonprofit Alumia Institute was founded on the research-supported belief that individuals can maintain their cognitive function by doing activities that stimulate the brain and nourish the body. It opened in January, 2019, and accepts private pay, Medicaid vouchers with case manager approval and, if one’s policy covers it, long-term care insurance.

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ALUMIA INSTITUTE OFFERS EDUCATION, EXERCISE AND NUTRITION PROGRAMS TO PEOPLE FIGHTING EARLY DEMENTIA

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The state Medicaid-certified Alumia opened in January, 2019, and can accommodate up to 75 individuals with mild forms of cognitive impairment resulting from Alzheimer’s and the various forms of dementia: Lewy body, frontotemporal, vascular and that related to Parkinson’s disease.

A comprehensive pre-screening is conducted before one can become an Alumia Institute member. (The term “member” is used instead of “clients” or “patients”).

“We don’t want to accept someone we don’t feel we can help,” Watson says, adding that there are as many

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variations as there are people in the course that dementia takes.

Monthly and quarterly assessments continue for as long as a member remains at Alumia, and the progress is shared with family and caregivers.

“We want to make sure everyone is on the same page regarding progress and care,” Watson emphasizes.

“Knowledge is power and unfortunately in other settings people may not be getting good information on how their loved one is doing. That is not the case at Alumia.”

Worldwide there are an estimated

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50 million people with dementia; predictions are that it will reach epidemic proportions by 2050, with cases approaching 1.25 billion.

Alumia Institute, he adds, approaches dementia “from every angle” in an effort to modify the course of the disease. “Everything we do is done purposefully and for research— and evidence-based reasons.”

The daily rotation of art, music, movement, lifelong learning and brain-training classes are modeled on two groundbreaking studies, Finland’s FINGER Study and the U.S. Pointer Study. The Finnish Geriatric Intervention Study to Prevent Cognitive Impairment and Disability (FINGER) tracked 1,200 residents of Finland between 2009 and 2011 and found that a healthy diet—along with increased exercise, intellectual and social stimulation and better management of heart and vascular health—can prevent or delay the onset of cognitive impairment and dementia. The Alzheimer’s Association-led U.S. Pointer Study is expanding on the FINGER Study to

Alumia member Joe and Alumia staff member Stephania enjoying social time

track 2,000 Americans from a wide range of racial, ethnic, socioeconomic and geographic backgrounds.

Class leaders are therapists wellschooled in both their subject matter and in care for those with cognitive impairments. Fitness sessions in the Alumia gym, for example, are conducted by certified personal trainers experienced in senior wellness.

Classrooms and public spaces on the Alumia campus, which is located in Englewood about a mile from Centennial Airport, are painted in bright colors that give the campus an

Alumia members enjoying socialization, coffee and the paper in the library

“upbeat and cheery feeling.” Floorto-ceiling windows allow natural light in, further adding to the homelike atmosphere and giving members a nice view of planes taking off from the airport.

In addition to classrooms and the gym, the Alumia campus includes a library with comfy seating areas where members can read magazines, enjoy a cup of coffee and converse with others. Interaction is encouraged, based on research that shows dementia patients fare better when they are active and engaged, not isolated.

The Alumia staff also hosts support groups, events and educational programs for family members in an effort to provide them with information on healthy aging.

Alumia—a name Watson says is a mashup of “to illuminate or enlighten”—is not a traditional adult day care facility.

Members arrive at the 16,000square-foot campus at 8 a.m. every Monday through Friday and after a Continental breakfast-type snack that could include oatmeal, fresh fruit, a cold cereal or a yogurt parfait, they are split into groups of 15 to rotate through the one-hour classes that begin at 9 a.m. and last until 3 in the afternoon.

The morning and afternoon snacks supplement a hot, cooked-fromscratch, plated lunch that Alumia’s chef prepares daily and is served in the institute’s cafe. All menus are based on foods from the MIND Diet, such as vegetables, berries, nuts, whole grains and fish.

“It’s hard to package everything under one roof, but that’s what we did,” Watson continues. “Our members are here for a reason, and we personalize everything so that we reach each member at the level that the member is at.”

Joanne Davidson spent 34 years covering charitable fundraising events for The Denver Post and is now a contributing writer for Colorado Expression and other publications.

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What’s Happening in the West

By Joy Lawrance

Where the Chefs Eat Chef Randall Baldwin, Darleen’s Dillaz Food Truck Colorado Crafted Quesadillas darleenzdillaz.com 970-379-1656

Grand opening and dedication of the Leslie A. Malone Center

Dumb Friends League Shelter Renamed the Leslie A. Malone Center

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THE INCREASING NEEDS OF sheltered animals are met after a twoyear construction and renovation project at the Quebec Street location of the Denver Dumb Friends League.

With a generous donation from Leslie and John Malone and the Malone Family Foundation, the newly constructed 25,000 square foot Leslie A. Malone Center provides an expanded level of service to the thousands of lost and relinquished pets in the Rocky Mountain region. More kennel

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space for cats and dogs plus a rooftop play yard surely has those pets meowing and barking in happiness.

Dumb Friends League president and CEO Dr. Apryl Steele says, “From extensive surgeries to behavior training, the needs of shelter animals have changed, and we are doing so much more for pets than we ever could have imagined back in 1974,” when the shelter was built. Future phases of the project will include doubled space for vet services. ddfl.org

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Euclid Hall: I love this place with an open kitchen where I get to watch the chefs preparing food. The organized chaos that the kitchen element brings, the seamless service while all the pieces come together and the handcrafted, creative passion of the menu makes me smile every time I get an amazing fish dish. And the beers are amazing as well.

Cochino Taco: This is my neighborhood go-to restaurant two blocks from my house. Super tasty margs and the menu is just fun all around.

Dorito nachos and the taco truck— literally tacos that are served in a miniature taco truck stand—are my kids’ favorites.

Mad Greens: Yummy healthy food on the go when I need it after working too much.

Nixon’s Coffee House: Best way for me to get my day going, with the strongest delicious coffee and an awesome breakfast sandwich.

Most food trucks in the immediate area: I love the variety and creativeness of my fellow food truckers’ minds.

Being a food truck owner has given me a whole new perspective on how intense it is.

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National Western Stock Show Runs January 11–26

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YIPPEE KI YAY! TIME TO CLEAN UP those cowboy boots and dust off your Stetson for another rip-roarin’ time at the National Western Stock Show. This premier livestock, rodeo and horse show event began in 1906 and has become one of Colorado’s preeminent events. In addition to its great entertainment value, the National Western is a 501(c) (3) charitable organization offering education in agriculture and provid-

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ing scholarships in agriculture and veterinary medicine for practice in rural areas. Starting with a grand parade through downtown Denver, the show offers events to please all, with rodeos, bull riding, Wild West show, dancing horses and a trade show with more than 300 vendors selling products like fine art, jewelry, western lifestyle and agricultural equipment. Tickets start at $12 nationalwestern.com

MAKING CHRISTMAS BRIGHT FOR children in the hospital is the goal— and Ferrari of Denver would love your help. Now through Dec. 6, take your unwrapped toys to the Ferrari Bentley Lotus location at 1480 E. County Line Road, Highlands Ranch.

On Dec. 7, a parade of these exotic cars will be loaded up and they’ll make the drive to the Rocky Mountain Hospital for Children—a fancy variation of Santa and his sleigh with reindeer. You can just imagine the joy this brings to these ailing youngsters as they see the hundreds of gifts under a tree. Ferrari of Denver partners with the Colorado State Patrol—along with generous donations from friends and clients—to make this a truly special holiday event. events@ferrariofdenver.com

Young Guns Reception on December 12 MARCY AND BRUCE BENSON

Named 2020 Citizens of the West The prestigious annual award from the National Western Stock Show recognizes those who embody the spirit and determination of Western pioneers. Among many other duties he has undertaken, Bruce recently retired as president of the University of Colorado, where he served for more than 11 years, the longestserving leader in the past 65 years. Marcy applied her time and talents to a range of activities in Washington D.C. and Colorado from serving presidents of the United States to volunteering in health care, education, the arts and civic activities. nationalwestern.com

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ART, LIVE MUSIC, FUNDRAISING and western culture are rolled into one fun-filled evening celebrating everything the National Western Stock Show and Denver have to offer. Meet new people, learn about art, and raise funds for the National Western Scholarship Trust. Recommended for those 40 and under, attendees will enjoy live music by Turkeyfoot Bluegrass, as well as a silent auction, old West-style photo booth and a chance to view and purchase one-of-a-kind western art from both well-known artists and local emerging ones. Held at the National Western Complex Expo Hall, tickets are $55 per person through Eventbrite.

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Bring Pets to Santa Claus & Paws at the Cherry Creek Shopping Center

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DR. WILLIAM WEI COMES TO HIS new role as Colorado State Historian with an impressive background. He has been recognized for his work in Asian-American history and perspective on diversity, human rights and community connection. A professor of history at the University of Colorado in Boulder, he begins his oneyear position as the official state historian and leader of History Colorado’s State Historian’s Council, succeeding noted historian and author Dr. Tom Noel. According to Dr. Wei, “I believe it is my responsibility to go beyond the confines of higher education, to share Colorado’s story with people outside of academics.”

He is an expert on modern Chinese history and is recognized as one of

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Colorado’s New State Historian

Dr. William Wei

the foremost authorities on AsianAmerican history in Colorado. His latest book is Asians in Colorado: A History of Persecution and Perseverance in the Centennial State. historycolorado.org

Finding Home—A New Middle Grade Book by Corinne Joy Brown Corinne Joy Brown is a Denver native, award-winning author and horse owner for 40 years who knows well the challenges involved in adopting a horse. Her heroine, young Jesse Nolan from Evergreen, dreams of owning a real mustang, and her adopted filly, Curly Girl, yearns to be back with her herd.

Finding Home, for readers ages 9 to 13, is for every girl or boy who has ever loved a horse. It’s a coming-ofage story about friendship, trust and understanding where both horse and owner learn powerful lessons. corinnejoybrown.com

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WE TAKE OUR CHILDREN TO SEE Santa Claus every year, hoping to get a great photo that grandparents (and you) will love. But our dogs and cats area big part of the family, too, and they love to get in on the holiday festivities. Take them to the Grand Court at the Cherry Creek Shopping Center on Dec. 1 and 8 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. to get that treasured photo with Santa. Brush them and shine them up, maybe even add a doggie sweater or kitty holiday bow. This popular event is an opportunity to create a wonderful memory of your cherished four-legged companion. shopcherrycreek.com

Richard Lamm Pens Career Autobiography, The Governor’s Chessboard

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FIVE YEARS AFTER MOVING TO Colorado in 1961, Richard D. Lamm was elected to the Colorado state legislature, and 13 years later, he was elected governor. He was named one of Time magazine’s 200 Outstanding Young Leaders of America in 1974. He defied popular thinking by addressing some of the most controversial issues of the time, sponsoring the nation’s first liberalized abortion bill in 1967 and leading the fight to reject Denver as the site for the 1976 Winter Olympics.

In his book, which explores his life and career, he writes, “Democracy appears to be a crisis-activated system capable of responding to major traumas such as the crash of 1929 and Pearl Harbor in 1941, but I believe it is unable to handle creeping crises.” Lamm, now in his 80s, has always marched to the beat of his own drum.

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In Town Through Dec. 22 Twelfth Night, Space Theatre Hilarious hijinks. Unrequited love.

Gender-bending disguises, this standout play by The Bard is sure to please.

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Can’t-miss Events Throughout Colorado

By Elizabeth Jones

Through Dec. 23 Christkindl Market, 1515 Arapahoe St. This annual event brings authentic German and European holiday traditions to Denver. christkindlmarketdenver.com

Through Dec. 29 The Nutcracker, Ellie Caulkins Opera House Join the Colorado Ballet on this whimsical trip to the Sugar Plum Kingdom. Presented by Occidental Petroleum.

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Through Jan. 3 Blossoms of Light, Denver Botanic Gardens Celebrate the holiday season at Blossoms of Light, a dazzling and everchanging display of light and color.

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Through Jan. 4 Cirque Dreams Holidaze, Gaylord Rockies Resort Incredible costumes, breathtaking aerial artistry and gravity-defying feats entertain in this extravaganza of Christmas, New Year’s and all the holidays of the season. gaylordrockieschristmas.com

Through Jan. 5 Camp Christmas, Stanley Marketplace This over-the-top indoor immersive installation turns the holiday spirit all the way up with mesmerizing displays of decorations that shift time and reality.

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Claude Monet: The Truth of Nature, Denver Art Museum, through Feb. 2

Through Feb. 2 Claude Monet: The Truth of Nature, Denver Art Museum More than 120 paintings spanning Monet’s career will focus on the celebrated French impressionist artist’s enduring relationship with nature.

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Through April 5 The Science Behind Pixar, Denver Museum of Nature & Science This immersive experience explores

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the science, technology, engineering, art and math concepts used at Pixar Animation Studios every day.

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Through April 12 Extreme Sports: Beyond Human Limits, Denver Museum of Nature & Science Go inside the minds and bodies of extreme athletes to explore the psychology, motivation and science behind some of the riskier sports.

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Dec. 6 Love Actually in Concert, Boettcher Concert Hall Funny, irresistible and heartwarming, an all-star cast will take you on a breathtaking tour of love’s delightful twists and turns.

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Dec. 7 John Denver Holiday Celebration, Boettcher Concert Hall See and hear John Denver performing classic songs in archival video footage, backed by live performances from the Colorado Symphony.

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Dec. 7, March 7 Sensory Friendly Concerts, Various locations Designed for people with memory loss, autism, Down syndrome, sensory processing disorder and other conditions, to be shared with family members and caregivers.

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Cirque Dreams Holidaze, Gaylord Rockies Resort, through Jan. 4

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Celtic Woman, Boettcher Concert Hall “The Best of Christmas Tour” features music from the all-female ensemble’s most favorite Yuletide songs.

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Brian Setzer Orchestra, Paramount Theatre Ex-Stray Cats frontman Brian Setzer presents “Christmas Rocks,” a swinging Christmas spectacular.

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Dec. 10 John Leguizamo, Buell Theatre Latin History for Morons, the most totally unique show of the season, reveals America’s unsung heroes, past and present.

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Dec. 13

Extreme Sports: Beyond Human Limits, Denver Museum of Nature & Science, through April 12

A Colorado Christmas, Boettcher Concert Hall Festive seasonal favorites including Twas the Night Before Christmas, narrated from stage by beloved Denver vocalist Devin DeSantis.

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Dec. 13-14 Moscow Ballet’s Great Russian Nutcracker, Paramount Theatre Step into a simpler time filled with sweet dreams and Christmas

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Denver for his holiday concert “A Christmas Celebration.”

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Dec. 29

Summer: The Donna Summer Musical, Buell Theatre, Jan. 28-Feb. 9

magic and relive the dream with Tchaikovsky’s timeless score.

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Dec. 14-15 Mannheim Steamroller Christmas, Buell Theatre A holiday tradition for more than 30 years. Hear Christmas classics along with a selection of compositions from Chip Davis’ Fresh Aire series.

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Dec. 23-Jan. 5 Escape to Margaritaville, Buell Theatre Get ready for a hilarious and heartwarming musical with the most unforgettable songs from one of music’s greatest storytellers.

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Adam Trent, Paramount Theatre Boulderite and Illusionists star Trent knew at the age of eight that he wanted to be an illusionist after seeing David Copperfield at the Buell.

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Dec. 31 “A Night in Vienna,” Boettcher Concert Hall The festive evening is the perfect sendoff to 2019—and the early start time ensures that you won’t miss the 16th Street Mall fireworks.

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Jan. 3-5

Dec. 27 Jim Brickman, Paramount Theatre Grammy-nominated songwriter and piano sensation Brickman returns to

Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, Boettcher Concert Hall Part one of the epic finale. Experience the loss and the love of this series’ finish with the full film set to a live symphony orchestra.

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Handel’s Messiah, Boettcher Concert Hall A storied holiday classic returns with a freshly enriched design to experience the beloved masterpiece, Messiah.

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Kick-off Parade, Downtown Denver The sight of over 40 longhorn cattle walking through the streets of downtown Denver can only mean one thing … it’s National Western Stock Show time.

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Holiday Brass, Boettcher Concert Hall Witness the brilliance and power of the Colorado Symphony brass in a resounding program of seasonal ballads, carols and more.

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Escape to Margaritaville, Buell Theatre, Dec. 23-Jan. 5

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National Western Stock Show & Rodeo, National Western Complex Founded in 1906, the National Western Stock Show is the nation’s premier livestock, rodeo and horse show.

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Jan. 14 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Tribute, Boettcher Concert Hall The evening will feature special guest performances and honor recipients of the 2020 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Humanitarian Awards.

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Jan. 17-Feb. 23 You Lost Me, Ricketson Theatre The past forges the future at the Harvey family homestead, where unexpected guests and echoes of the past leave their indelible mark.

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Jan. 18 A Tribute to Arthur Fiedler and the Boston Pops, Boettcher Concert Hall Celebrate the tradition of the Boston

Pops accessible mix of light classics and popular hits made famous by the incomparable Fiedler.

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Jan. 28-Feb. 9 Summer: The Donna Summer Musical, Buell Theatre Featuring more than 20 of Summer’s classic hits including “Love to Love You Baby,” “Bad Girls” and “Hot Stuff.”

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Jan. 31-Feb. 1 The Pirates of Penzance, Boettcher Concert Hall This exuberant musical theater masterpiece is performed in its original format by the New York Gilbert & Sullivan Players with the Colorado Symphony. coloradosymphony.org

Jan. 31-Feb. 9 Peter Pan, Ellie Caulkins Opera House Experience pirates, Lost Boys, Captain Hook, an infamous crocodile and a bit of pixie dust as this brilliant story unfolds.

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Jan. 31-March 1 twenty50, Space Theater Andres Salazar is running for office and must decide whether identifying himself as a Mexican-American will help or hinder him on election day.

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Out of Town Dec. 6-8 Fire Festival, Telluride During this three-day fire art event festival, attendees will be entertained

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Downtown – 555 17th St. 303.376.5460

University Hills – 2805 S. Colorado Blvd.

303.376.3840

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HOT TICKETS

Dec. 14-31 Vail Holidaze, Vail The town and mountain are alive with events and cheer—a tree lighting, lantern walk and New Year’s Eve torchlight skiing with fireworks. vail.com

Dec. 31 New Year’s Eve Torchlight Parade and Fireworks, Snowmass Experience the spectacle of a traditional ski/snowboard torchlight parade, with fireworks later illuminating the sky and slopes. gosnowmass.com

Dec. 31-Jan. 1

Ford Park, in-town and on-mountain specials, après and after dark parties, a lively expo village and more. vail.com

New Year’s Eve Celebration, Breckenridge Ooh and aah over fireworks, dance, have a romantic dinner or kiss that special someone at midnight, it’s all here. gobreck.com

Dec. 13-15

Jan. 9-11

Passapalozza, Aspen Snowmass For anyone with a valid 2019-2020 ski pass from ANY resort in the world, enjoy a weekend full of fun, events, music, deals and $59 lift tickets! aspensnowmass.com

Big Beers Festival, Breckenridge At Big Beers, Belgians and Barleywines Festival, meet brewmasters, taste hundreds of big, Belgian-style beers, explore beer and food parings, and learn from an impressive array of brewmasters and industry experts over the three-day-event. gobreck.com

Vail Holidaze, Vail, Dec. 14-31

by entrancing fire spinners and towering flaming art. telluridefirefestival.org

Dec. 7 Lighting & Race of the Santas, Breckenridge The Race of the Santas is where hundreds of jolly look-alikes race and watch as Santa uses his magic to light up the town for the season. gobreck.com

Dec. 7, 8, 14, 15 Old World Christmas Market, Georgetown Experience Christmas the way it was 100 years ago in the Old West—Saint Nicholas, Victorian carolers and dancers in traditional garb. historicgeorgetown.org

Jan. 9-12 Wintersköl, Aspen Now in its 67th year, Wintersköl celebrates winter in Aspen. The four-day event features Wintersculpt, WinterFest, a canine fashion show, fireworks and much more. aspenchamber.org

Dec. 11-15 Ullr Fest, Breckenridge Don’t be surprised to see horned Viking hats adorning the heads of skiers and snowboarders, the biggest bonfire in town. gobreck.com

Dec. 12-15 Vail Snow Days, Vail This festival brings free concerts at

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Jan. 20-29 International Show Sculptures Championships, Breckenridge Sixteen teams, some of the best professional sculptors and snow artists in the world, compete to create massive outdoor 3D works of art. gobreck.com

HOT TICKETS

Jan. 23-26

Dec. 3-8

Winter X Games, Aspen More than 200 of the world’s best athletes in the disciplines of ski, snowboard and snowmobile compete over four action-packed days. aspenchamber.org

How the Grinch Stole Christmas, Buell Theatre Max the Dog narrates as the mean and scheming Grinch decides to steal Christmas away from the holiday-loving Whos.

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For the Kids

Dec. 5-8

Through Dec. 22 Santa’s Village, Chatfield Farms Enjoy colorful light displays and hands-on activities that feature the North Pole and Santa’s workshop.

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Disney On Ice: Mickey’s Search Party, Pepsi Center This brand-new adventure is filled with world-class skating, high-flying acrobatics and unexpected stunts.

303-405-1100 • pepsicenter.com

Through Feb. 16

Dec. 22

Goodnight Moon, Buell Theater This heartwarming adaptation is produced as part of the DCPA’s Theatre for Young Audiences program.

303-893-4100 • denvercenter.org

A Charlie Brown Christmas Live, Paramount Theatre A holiday favorite live on stage.

Charlie and the Peanuts gang ring in the holidays, and while doing so

discover, and remind us, of the true meaning of Christmas.

303-623-0106 • paramountdenver.com

Dec. 31 Noon Year’s Eve, Children’s Museum Celebrate the sights, sounds and excitement New Year’s Eve on Times Square at the Children’s Museum— all before bedtime!

303-433-7444 • mychildsmuseum.org

Jan. 15, 28, 29 Beethoven’s Birthday Youth Concert, Boettcher Concert Hall Hear music by the birthday boy himself, by composers who influenced him and composers affected by him.

303-623-7876 • coloradosymphony.org

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FOR THE FOODIE

What’s Cooking on Broadway Broadway Market is friendly and relaxed, with menus and tastes from around the globe

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By MARGE D. HANSEN

BASED ON THE COMMUNITY DINING hall concept, Broadway Market is a casual gathering place that offers centralized seating and take-it-easy lounge areas where patrons can experience internationally inspired food, a glass of wine, something on draft or a creative cocktail. The stylish space is bordered by a variety of eating establishments, featuring multiple-choice menus from chefs who continue to elevate the Denver dining scene.

“We’re in an interesting spot on the border of the Capitol Hill and Golden Triangle neighborhoods, and we’re excited about growing and evolving with the neighborhood around us,” says Mark Shaker, one of the developers of the Broadway Market and Stanley Marketplace.

With seven eateries, it’s possible to enjoy something from a different part of the planet every day, rounded out by sweet confections perfect for topping off a meal or to take away as a gift. The sweet spot, Miette et Chocolat, is coowned by award-winning pastry chefs and chocolatiers Gonzalo Jimenez and David Lewis who stock bonbons, unequaled candy bars and crazy-amazing chocolate chip cookies at their Broadway Market shop.

Misaki on Broadway brings a taste of Japan to the market. Chef Jesus Silva, along with Charlene and Robert Thai, provide sashimi and sushi flown in daily from Japan and California. The veggies, salmon and tuna glow with goodness.

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The shucked and served selections at the oyster bar contrast with other dishes on offer in the food hall like the burgers, chicken and salads at Chef Justin Brunson’s Royal Rooster. The piled-high sandwiches represent American favorites. Side dishes are vegetables with savory ingredients added to amplify the natural flavors.

Maria Empanada honors a timeless technique from owner Lorena Cantarovici’s homeland of Argentina. Handcrafting empanadas in an assortment of flavors, artisans crimp the edges into distinctive closings and unique shapes.

Whether for breakfast, as a meal-sized meat and vegetable combo or vegetarian blend, Maria Empanada brings authentic fare to the table.

Mother Tongue is a Turkish delight of simple street food done very well by Daniel Asher and Josh Dinar. Colorado lamb and chicken doner kebobs made on a vertical rotisserie, falafel and secret-spice fries are top options. Bowls and wraps are accompanied by cucumber dill yogurt, harissa aioli, roasted tomatoes, organic greens, onion jam, cured vegetables and tahini slaw.

Just down the way, there are Romanstyle pies to be had at Pizzeria Coperta.

Al taglio comes by the slice, while Romana is made-to-order with plentiful toppings to choose from and a practicallypaper-thin crust. Pizza lover chef Paul C. Reilly offers his take on other street food, such as mozzarella filled croquettes, polenta fritters and fried vegetables.

There’s nothing small about Biju’s Little Curry Shop except the stall, which bursts with big flavors. From the tikka masala to the spicy goat curry to the Xhot vindaloo chicken, the recipes are from the coastal south region of India but reinvented with a spin that blends traditional presentation and fresh nuances.

Mondo Mini, owned by Nicolas Farrell, is a corner of Mondo gourmet grocers scaled to fit the Broadway Market

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setting. Soups, salads, cheese and charcuterie boards vie with roast beef dressed up with cheddar, aioli, arugula and pickled onion to name just one of the sandwich selections. The “Build Your Own Pasta Bowl” is popular, too.

The Bar at Broadway Market has wines from around the world, as well as cocktails mixed to deliver surprising, new flavors. The Bottoms Up beer wall shows what innovative technology can accomplish. Place the glass on a magnetized dispenser and the liquid pushes up into the glass. It’s fascinating to watch, and 24 craft beers and cider are available.

Co-owners Andre Janusz and Brooks Gagstetter are all about the beans. Their Logan House Coffee Company coffee bar opens early to offer pastries and other nibbles to the breakfast crowd. Of course, baristas are on hand to serve coffee aficionados who look for their favorite beverage at all hours of the day.

The Broadway Market is hopping.

Guests will enjoy happy hours from 2 to 6 p.m. and after 8 p.m. during the week (after 9 p.m. on weekends); hosted trivia nights and DJs; and craft beer and spirits partners sharing their unique knowledge. Tables are conveniently equipped with electrical outlets if there’s work to be done. In warmer weather, garage doors open onto Broadway and tempt passersby to stop in to see what the Market is all about. Patio seating extends along the side of the building, where a pergolacovered area offers more fresh air for dining and imbibing.

As general manager Neil Blackwood puts it, “We’ve turned into a popular spot for group lunches and happy hours and other celebrations, for four or five people or for 40 people. We love helping groups have a good time in a relaxed space with great food and drinks.”

Marge D. Hansen is a Broomfield-based writer/editor who travels often and everywhere. For her, the measure of an engaging trip is seeing something new and sampling traditional foods. Broadway Market offers that opportunity to do both right here in Denver.

AROUND THE WORLD CLOCKWISE FROM ABOVE:

A sampling from Broadway Market, Mondo Mini; The Bar at Broadway Market; Coperta, Mondo Mini, Misaki and Biju’s

Above photo: Andrea Watson

Above/below photos: Kayla Jones

RECIPES

Holiday Favorites Enjoy a selection shared by accomplished Colorado cooks and entertainers

JANSSON’S TEMPTATION SERVES 4-6 In Swedish: Jansson’s frestelse from Kristina and Jay Davidson of First American State Bank

2 medium onions 2 tbs butter 6 potatoes, peeled and cut into ½-inch strips 1 2-oz can anchovy fillets 1 cup heavy cream Chop and saute onions in butter (or margarine) until golden brown. In a buttered 2-quart casserole dish, place alternate layers of potatoes, onion and pieces of anchovies, ending with a layer of potatoes. Pour cream on top of potatoes, dot with butter. Bake at 350F for 1 hour or until potatoes are tender.

NOTE: I prefer Abba’s Grebbestads Original anchovies, which can be ordered online. With this Swedish product I mix the liquid in the can with the cream before I pour it over the potatoes.

GRILLED BOURBON BEEF TENDERLOIN SERVES 6-8 from Chris Comer, and CeDAR Marketing and Public Relations Coordinator John Bourne

We celebrate the holidays with a blend of our families. Chris hails from the California coastal city of Carmel and John is a native of Danville, Kentucky.

For this entree, Chris borrowed a recipe from John’s very southern mother for Christmas Eve dinner in 2009, added his own West Coast flair and a Colorado holiday tradition was born. (And yes, we grill in winter, too!)

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At Christmas I always serve this potato dish with Swedish meatballs and ham.

2/3 cup soy sauce 1 bunch cilantro, leaves chopped ½ cup lemon juice 1 tbs Worcestershire sauce 2 cups water 3 to 4 sprigs fresh thyme, leaves chopped 5- 6 pound beef tenderloin Prepare marinade by combining the bourbon, brown sugar, soy sauce, cilantro, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, water and thyme in a bowl. Add salt and pepper.

After cleaning the tenderloin and removing any excess tissue, fold the tail end of the beef back underneath itself so that it is of uniform thickness, and secure with butcher’s string. Place meat in a dish or large sealable plastic bag.

Pour marinade over meat, cover or seal, and refrigerate for 4 to 6 hours, or up to overnight, turning meat over several times.

Preheat grill or oven to 350 F. When grill or oven is ready, place meat on oiled surface and reserve the liquid from the marinade. Cook over high heat with lid closed, turning meat often and occasionally basting with the marinade.

Cook for approximately 40-45 minutes for medium rare.

Use a meat thermometer to check temperature of beef to make sure it is cooked. 135-145 degrees for medium rare to medium.

Remove from grill and let meat rest before slicing. Serve with creamy horseradish sauce on the side.

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CARROT SOUFFLÉ from Executive Director Dana Davis, Children's Diabetes Foundation My parents use to have Chasen’s cater their Christmas party. After Chasen’s closed, my parents hired the chef and that became our holiday tradition.

1 pound carrots, peeled and sliced 3 eggs 3 tbs granulated sugar 3 tbs flour ½ tsp vanilla extract ¼ tsp ground nutmeg 3 tbs butter, melted ½ cup walnuts, chopped fine OR ¼ cup crushed cornflakes 1 tbs brown sugar Cook carrots in boiling salted water until very tender. Puree carrots in food processor or blender with eggs, granulated sugar, flour, vanilla and nutmeg.

Add 2 tablespoons melted butter and process again.

Turn mixture into buttered 1½ quart soufflé dish or straight-sided casserole and bake at 350F until soufflé is slightly puffed and golden, 35 to 40 minutes.

Sprinkle chopped walnuts (or cornflakes) and brown sugar over top of soufflé.

Drizzle with remaining 1 tablespoon melted butter and return to oven 10 to 15 minutes longer or until top is crisp and golden.

CHILE-CHOCOLATE BOURBON CAKE SERVES 12 from Holly Arnold Kinney, owner of The Fort Restaurant

Photo: Lois Ellen Frank

While this cake started as The Fort’s house cake for birthday and anniversary celebrations, customer demand convinced us to put it on the menu as an everyday offering.

We still serve a complimentary slice to anyone marking a special occasion at The Fort—and set a ceremonial headdress on their heads, too, as the staff shouts, “Hip, hip, huzzah!” We don’t do anything halfway at our restaurant!

We make the cake with some red chile to honor the ancient Aztec tradition of spiking their drinking chocolate with a little heat. This makes sense when you remember that it wasn’t until the Europeans took chocolate back to the Old World that anyone thought to sweeten it. Before then, it was made into a bitter but muchappreciated ceremonial brew.

You’ll feel a slight burn at the back of the throat when you eat this, but that will quickly turn into a warm glow. The bourbon-flavored frosting adds its own kick.

MOUTH WATERING OPPOSITE PAGE: Jansson’s Temptation; ABOVE: Chile-Chocolate Bourbon Cake

FOR THE CAKE

1 to 2 tbs New Mexico medium ground red chile powder (Dixon is the best), to taste 2 cups water 1 tbs pure vanilla extract 1 cup and 2 tbs all-purpose flour 1 cup and 2 tbs cake flour (not self-rising) 2 cups sugar 1 tsp baking soda ½ tsp salt ½ cup unsweetened, non-alkalized cocoa powder 1 cup unsalted butter, cut into pieces and softened ½ cup buttermilk 2 large eggs, room temperature

FOR THE FROSTING

¾ cup unsalted butter, softened ¾ cup unsweetened, non-alkalized cocoa powder ¼ cup and 2 tbs buttermilk 4 to 5 cups confectioners’ sugar 2 to 3 tbs bourbon 1 tbs pure vanilla extract 1 ½ cups chopped walnuts, lightly toasted (optional) For the cake, preheat the oven to 350 F and place rack in the center of the oven.

Butter two 9-inch round cake pans. Lightly dust the sides of the pans with flour, tapping out the excess and line the bottom of the circles with parchment or waxed paper.

In a medium saucepan, cook the chile powder in 1 cup of the water over medium heat until simmering. Remove the pan from heat, stir in the vanilla, and set aside.

Using a mixer with a wire whip attachment, combine the flours, sugar, baking soda, salt and cocoa and beat on low speed until well mixed. Add the softened butter to the dry mixture and beat

thoroughly on medium-low speed. The mixture should be a uniform, grainy texture. Raise the speed to medium and gradually add the remaining 1 cup of water and the buttermilk.

Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.

Slowly add the hot water/chile mixture and continue to beat just until well combined; be sure not to overbeat.

Pour the mixture equally into the pans and bake for 35 to 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center of each layer comes out clean.

To cool, set the pans on a wire rack for 15 minutes. Then turn the cakes out onto the rack, remove the paper from the bottom, and immediately invert so that the risen tops don’t flatten. Let the layers cool completely before frosting.

For the frosting, combine the butter and cocoa in a large saucepan and melt over medium heat. Stir in the buttermilk.

Add the confectioners’ sugar, a little at a time, stirring with a wire whisk between additions. Stir in the bourbon and vanilla and continue to whisk until the frosting is smooth and glossy.

The frosting should stiffen as it cools. When it is still warm, but has reached a spreadable consistency, you can assemble the cake.

If necessary, trim the tops of the cakes so that they are level.

Place one of the cake layers on a 9-inch round cardboard cake circle. Spread 1 cup of the frosting over the layer. Sprinkle 1 cup of the chopped walnuts, if using, evenly over the frosting. Place the second layer of cake on the frosted base. Use the remaining frosting to cover the top and sides of the cake. Finish the top of the cake by holding the spatula at a slight angle and making several strokes to smooth the top. To decorate the cake, press the remaining walnuts onto the lower half of the sides and on top of the cake. This cake is best when made one to two days before serving, as it gives the flavors time to blend.

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RESTAURANT

ATaste of Spain and Portugal Ultreia adds spark to Crafted Concepts portfolio

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IF YOU’VE NEVER EXPERIENCED cuisine associated with the Iberian peninsula, hold off on redeeming your air miles and instead pull up a chair at Ultreia. Opened in December 2017, the eatery is the latest addition to the portfolio of Crafted Concepts, whose restaurants include Euclid Hall, Stoic & Genuine, Bistro Vendôme and Rioja.

Occupying a space on the northeast corner of Denver’s Union Station, Ultreia was inspired by visits business partners Jennifer Jasinski and Beth Gruitch took to Spain and Portugal.

“Beth and I had done a few trips through Spain, and as I got to know the country more, I fell in love with the food, and how dining at a tapas restaurant was so inviting, communal, casual and fun,” says Jasinski. “Also, since everyone thought Rioja was Spanish, I wanted to finally open up a place with our twist on Iberian cuisine.”

Study the menu and you’ll appreciate that the James Beard award-winning chef and executive chef, Adam Branz, did their homework. Among the variety of Iberian-influenced items patrons can enjoy are Chorizo Picante y Manchego, spicy chorizo sausage with manchego cheese; Gildas, a bite-size snack comprised of olive, anchovy and Basque chiles; Croquetas de Jamón, ham croquette; Pescado Conservado, tinned fish such as Trout en Escabeche with potato chips; and Pico Pau, marinated beef flank steak, assorted pickles, caraway aioli and mint.

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By KIM D. MCHUGH

BITES AND BITS Jennifer Jasiniski shows off a few of Ultreia’s Iberian-inspired tapas

Branz, who has helmed the kitchen since Ultreia’s debut, came to Denver by way of St. Louis the day after he graduated from Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts in 2010. Accompanying his wife, who had then just been accepted to University of Denver law school, the rising chef first put his cooking skills to work after landing a job at Rioja in Larimer Square.

Springboarding from that experience, he expanded his culinary knowledge at a number of Denver restaurants before heading to San Francisco, where he worked at Benu, a recipient of three Michelin stars, as well as restaurants in Chicago, Portland and Austin.

Returning to Denver, he stepped back into his life at Rioja before transitioning to Bistro Vendôme, where he was named chef du cuisine in 2014 and eventually executive chef before moving over to Ultreia.

Guests entering the restaurant, which serves lunch, dinner and brunch, are wowed by a bar whose col-

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lection of spirits are displayed nearly to the ceiling with bottles on the higher shelves accessed by a tall ladder that glides along a metal rail. Notable aspects of the decor are the murals.

Inspired by a painting originally done by 17th century Dutch landscape artist, Aelbert Cuyp, the enlarged wallpaper panels make a statement.

Indoor seating accommodates upwards of 50 patrons who can choose a table on the main floor or, for more intimate dining, on the second level mezzanine. The outdoor patio, which seats 50, is open year-round with heaters keeping guests warm during winter months. An open kitchen invites main floor patrons to watch the goings-on as dishes are prepared.

“It’s really cool when guests first walk in and they get to see the energy of the kitchen,” explains Branz. “It’s really interactive and guests can be very engaged in that world. You’ll hear the cooks calling out food orders, there is a lot of back-andforth and the energy really carries through the restaurant.”

PAN CON TOMATE

1 oz puro olive oil to toast bread on the plancha 2 each (30-35g) slices ciabatta ½ garlic clove cut in half to rub on toasted bread ¼ oz Nunez de Prado extra virgin olive oil (or other high quality Spanish extra virgin olive oil) 5g Maldon salt 2 oz tomato puree (see below) Grill the ciabatta in olive oil until perfectly, evenly brown. Rub with raw garlic. Serve with 2 oz of tomato purée. Drizzle the olive oil into the tomato puree and scatter with Maldon salt.

TOMATO PUREE Remove the core from heirloom or vine ripened tomatoes (skins and seeds remain). Pulse in a food processor until smooth.

1 pound of raw tomatoes will yield approximately 1 cup of purée.

PAELLA MIXTA

SERVES 4

4 cups chicken broth Pinch saffron 3 tbs olive oil 2 oz chorizo picante, sliced thin 5 oz boneless, skinless chicken thighs ½ onion, finely chopped 3 garlic cloves, minced 1 red bell pepper, diced

1 tomato, grated on a box grater ¼ lb green beans, preferably romano beans 2 cups bomba rice 6 large shell-on, head-on shrimp 8 mussels, beards removed and scrubbed clean Aioli, on the side Lemon wedges, on the side

Bring the chicken stock and saffron to a boil in a saucepan.

Reduce heat to keep just warm until ready to use.

Heat olive oil in the paella pan over high heat. Season the chicken with salt and pepper and put into the hot oil in a single layer. Reduce heat to medium. Cook, stirring occasionally, until well-browned, about 5 minutes.

Similarly to all of the Crafted Concepts restaurants, most of Ultreia’s cuisine is prepared using fresh, seasonal ingredients sourced primarily from Colorado purveyors including Acres Farm in Lakewood, Boulder Lamb & Meats, FoodMaven in Colorado Springs, Toohey & Sons near Hygiene, Rocky Mountain Fresh in Longmont, and the Union Station farmers market.

Ham afficionados find a sublime choice in the Cinco Jotas Jamón Ibérico de Bellota. Aged 4 years and imported from Spain, it is a delicacy.

True to traditional Spanish and Portuguese fare, the restaurant serves many of its pintxos (pronounced PEEN-chos) using fish and seafood packaged in tins.

“That is something that is so celebrated in Spain and Portugal, but we wanted to test the idea because it’s kind of expensive to import canned fish from Spain,” adds Branz. “It just

Add the chorizo and cook for 30 seconds. Add the onion and cook for 2 minutes while stirring. Add the garlic and stir for 30 seconds. Add the red bell pepper, tomato puree and green beans and let simmer for 1 minute.

Add the hot chicken stock and bring to a boil. Season to taste with salt. Sprinkle the rice evenly in the pan. Stir it a little to make sure its evenly distributed and submerged in the liquid, but then don’t touch it again. You don’t want to activate the starches and make the mixture creamy. The goal is to have the grains cook separately from each other. Boil for 5 minutes.

Reduce the heat to medium and simmer until the rice is al dente, about 10 minutes. Season the shrimp with salt and pepper and add to the rice, pressing down into the rice. Cook for 2 minutes and flip the shrimp. Add the mussels to the pan, pressing down into the rice. Cook until all of the liquid evaporates and the rice forms a crispy crust on the bottom of the pan, about 5 minutes. Remove from the heat and cover with a dry kitchen towel. Let sit 5 minutes. Garnish with aioli, parsley and lemon wedges and serve directly from the pan.

THE DRUNKIN’ MELON

1½ oz añejo tequila ½ oz watermelon shrub (see below) Splash of soda Fresh slice of jalapeño muddled into drink Serve over ice WATERMELON SHRUB 1 cup watermelon ¼ cup brown sugar 5 allspice berries ½ cup Champagne vinegar Cube and dice watermelon and cover with brown sugar and allspice berries. Let sit in the refrigerator for 1 hour. Macerate fruit and sugar together and refrigerate for 24 hours. Add vinegar and refrigerate for 5-7 days, stirring every day. Strain through cheesecloth and store in a clean jar for up to a month.

took off and now guests come in specifically for (those dishes). It’s really fun, we serve it in the tin with potato chips and just a little bit of aioli so you can build your own bite.”

Contrary to the United States, Spain and Portugal put their premium catch in the tins, which come packed in oil, water or pickled brine.

The restaurant has roughly eight canned fish and seafood items on the menu at all times, though it rotates slightly. Among the choices are tuna, mackerel, stickleback, mussels, sardines, anchovies and trout.

Enjoying as many accolades as the pintxos are the gin-based cocktails, beverages that are also widely popular

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throughout the Iberian peninsula. With an inventory of 65 (and growing) gin brands, the bar offers patrons the ability to experiment with Berry Nice, the Voyage, Flower Power, One in a Melon and the Real Dill, each crafted using specific gins, tonics and creative ingredients.

“I was not a gin drinker, but after spending time in Spain and Portugal, I was intrigued by the care and ritual behind serving their gin and tonics,” Gruitch says. “After all these years, I just hadn’t had the right gin! I also became a huge fan of sherry!”

In the mood for small plate dishes with bold flavors and innovative gin cocktails? Journey to Ultreia.

Kim McHugh, a recipient of the Lowell Thomas award for travel writing, has authored articles on Colorado restaurants and chefs for decades.

After discovering this eatery, he and his wife have a new affinity for Spanish and Portuguese cooking. And gin.

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ART SCENE

Can-do Expertise Imagination meets philanthropy at dramatic Canstruction sculpture exhibit

By Lisa Perry

H HOW DO LOCAL ARCHITECTS AND engineers with can-do expertise stack up against difficult parameters?

Intriguing, philanthropic Canstruction is a challenge to test their mettle. Teams devise clever, dramatic sculptures made entirely of canned goods for a public art exhibit, and adhere to strict guidelines that seem impossible to fulfill. They assemble their intricate displays within a 12-hour time period and some teams may use up to 3,000 cans for their sculpture.

The national organization Canstruction helps local food-focused nonprofits benefit in cities nationwide, producing eye-catching cannedfood art exhibits that are simultaneously design competitions and post-event food drives that use all the cans from the displays. Denver’s version was built in mid-November and remains open daily through

THE DETAILS Open daily through Feb .2 Stanley Marketplace 2501 Dallas St. Aurora, CO 80010 720-990-6743 stanleymarketplace.com

We Don’t Waste 5971 Broadway Denver, CO 80216 720-443-6113 info@wedontwaste.org wedontwaste.org canstruction.org

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Closeup of “Spiderman to The Rescue”—Best Original Design Award, Canstruction Dallas 2019

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Photo: Charles Davis Smith, FAIA

Canstruction

Photo: Charles Davis Smith, FAIA

FOCUS ON COLORADO CREATIVES

“The War Against Hunger”—Captain America themed display, honoring veterans, Canstruction Dallas 2019

Feb. 2. The public is invited to view the exhibit at Stanley Marketplace and vote for their favorite sculpture, all at no charge. Local food-recovery nonprofit We Don’t Waste is the Canstruction host and beneficiary.

Brian Young, project manager at Kephart architecture firm, is on the committee producing this year’s event and also participated in Canstruction with another Denverarea firm in the 2000s. “Our structures kept getting bigger and bigger,” he says. “It was a real challenge, and it was a lot of fun.

“When you enter, you’re given a theme, and teams start the process of coming up with what their sculpture is going to be about,” Young says. “Every team is different. As architects, we like the design problem.

So we’ll sit around for hours and try to figure something out and sketch like mad, and then go to the store and research and find cans that stack nicely on top of each other and have

the right colors. Some teams come up with their idea, go to the store and buy all the cans they need and build a mockup to see if it works.

“We did it digitally,” says Young of this year’s Kephart team. “We

found cans that have the right colors and labels and stack nicely.” The cans were then measured and their dimensions were entered into a 3-D CAD software program called Rhino.

“We basically built the model virtu-

We Don’t Waste delivering food to one of the nonprofit hunger-relief agencies it serves

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ally and made sure that everything stacked up. From there we made templates. We had each layer laid out so we knew where each can was stacked and what can went where. So when we were in the field it was a much quicker process than having to guess where things were supposed to go.”

Design wants may compete with Canstruction requirements. “That’s the challenge,” says Young. “There’s a lot of trial and error. It gets difficult when you can’t tape things together, can’t tie things together, can’t change the labels to make the sculpture look like you want,” per Canstruction rules.

This year’s theme is “A Colorado Winter WonderCAN.” Each three-dimensional creation cannot exceed 10-by-10-by-10 feet and must utilize only canned food that has not reached its expiration date. Alcoholic beverages and junk food aren’t allowed, and labels cannot be altered since all of the cans are distributed after the event to nonprofits, local food banks and soup kitchens by We Don’t Waste.

“This is a viable opportunity for industry to demonstrate its commitment to the community and certain-

Photo: Charles Davis Smith, FAIA

What to look for in Canstruction exhibit “Look for any kind of thread in the selection of food,” says Brian Young.

Structural ingenuity. “Seeing if the cans look monolithic, as if they’re all stacked on their own.” Or sculptures might be gravity-defying.

Creativity and purpose. Is it memorable? Look for creative use of products to tell a story.

Use of labels. Do they add detail?

“There’s only a finite color for kidney beans labels. If that’s not quite the color they wanted, see how they used that as an opportunity to make the sculpture look a little different.”

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A broccoli stalk is featured in “Produce Posse”—Structural Ingenuity Award, Canstruction Dallas 2019

ly to the issue of food insecurity,” says We Don’t Waste founder and executive director Arlan Preblud.

“One in six children in Colorado is food insecure, meaning in any given period of the month they have no idea where their next meal is going to come from. People need to know

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that all of us are just one misstep from being in a situation where we need the assistance of the agencies that we support.”

Artists and design experts not involved with the exhibit judge the displays, and category winners such as Best Meal, Most Cans and the

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overall best team receive plaques.

The general public is encouraged to vote for the People’s Choice designation—perhaps the most coveted award among competitors for bragging rights.

Denver’s Canstruction opened its call for entries last August and teams were solidified in September. The opening kickoff party, held directly after installation in mid-November, was a social evening celebrating the exhibit—a first look and the opportunity for anyone to talk with the design teams as well as members of We Don’t Waste.

Judging and an awards celebration happen on Jan. 30. Decanstruction, on Feb. 3, is a workday focused on the deconstruction phase as teams, staff and volunteers break down displays, and sort and box the cans. All cans

are taken to We Don’t Waste’s distribution center and then on to deserving nonprofits. It’s an ideal chance for new volunteers to get involved with the organization, says Preblud.

We Don’t Waste is the second-largest food recovery organization in the state of Colorado. “We touch close to 190,000 people—those are unduplicated numbers of various agencies of people we provide to,” Preblud says. “In the 10 years that we’ve been operating, we’ve provided over 113 million servings of food—that’s almost 38 million meals. And just as important: We’ve diverted about 28 million pounds of food from the landfill. And we do this all without charging either the food donors (about 150 last year), and we don’t charge the recipient agencies to deliver the food to them.”

We Don’t Waste reps say the organization is weighing the possibility of hosting Canstruction again next year, with even more teams taking part in the exhibit as they learn of its resurgence. Preblud says, “Canstruction is a great opportunity for us to demonstrate to the community exactly what we do, and at the same time raise the awareness of food insecurity. And just as important, it’s an opportunity for us to hold a can drive of good food, which is always needed throughout the city.”

Lisa Perry has been writing about Denver entertainment for 25 years and is in her 10th year covering nonprofit events as a photojournalist. She greatly admires and appreciates the good works of We Don’t Waste, as well as the talented Canstruction teams—and that is a sincere opinion, not a canned response.

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NEW METALLICS Rose gold and titanium usher in an update to the usual choice of basic silver. Left, Erin (Donna Baldwin Agency), wears the Sam NYC Willa down puffer jacket, $695 from Garbarini, garbarinishop.com; Bond pants, $229, Obermeyer, obermeyer.com; Margaret O’Leary mock neck, $188; and Moncler Helis Stivale boots, $765 at Neiman Marcus, neimanmarcus.com. Right, Suzana’s outfit includes the Eve down jacket, $428; Doe cargo pant, $258; Rosie top, $148; and Elsa headband, $40, all from Skea, skealimited.com.

Moncler Tilda Stivale boots, $875, Neiman Marcus, neimanmarcus.com.

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MAD FOR PLAID A high fashion take

on the classic rugged plaid shirt, this puffer jacket combines a triple threat of bright color tartan with high-shine nylon and a rhinestone embellishment. Moncler Chou puffer jacket, $2,005; and Maglione sweater, $1,060, are all at Neiman Marcus, neimanmarcus.com.

Chaos Giana cashmere beanie with fur pom, $74.99, chaoshats.com.

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SLOPE STYLE

Whether you’re heading to Aspen for fresh powder or spending a weekend shredding the slopes in Vail, your skiwear needs to be warm and waterproof. But why can’t it also be stylish?

Today’s ski brands are turning out parkas, pants and base layers that are both chic and practical—giving you the best of both worlds.

WHITE OUT Left, Heidi wears the Sam NYC Willa down puffer jacket, $695 from Garbarini, garbarinishop.com. Right, a sleek white ski parka is always a chic choice, whether worn with matching pants or paired with jeans for a casual mountain look.

Michael wears Moncler’s Willm down quilted puffer jacket, $1,310, from Neiman Marcus, neimanmarcus.com.

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FUN FUR Sure, fur will keep you warm in

the mountains, but skip the natural shades of brown, white and black, instead add a few sophisticated pops of color. Suzana wears the Sloan patchwork fox fur vest, $598; zip sweater, $98; and Kira ski pant, $478, are all from Skea, skealimited.com.

HOT PINK Gorski fox-fur quilted puffer

worn by Erin, $1,195 at Neiman Marcus, neimanmarcus.com. Luxeire elbow-sleeve turtleneck, $108, available at Covered, coveredcherrycreek.com and Mariel, marielboutique.com. Meier Skis’ Quickdraw, $750, meierskis.com.

COLOR BLOCKS While this puffer that

Adam wears (Donna Baldwin Agency) reverses to solid navy, we like the wide, bold color blocked stripes. Kenzo down jacket, $665, and Expedition ski pants, $280, from Neiman Marcus, neimanmarcus.com; Vuarnet Glacier sunglasses, $640, Queen City Optical Provisions, queencityoptical.com.

CAMO Erin wears the Canada Goose Gabriola down parka, $875 at Neiman Marcus, neimanmarcus.com; Margaret O’Leary hand-painted shrunken crew, $255, margaretoleary.com; and Chaos Giana cashmere blend gloves, $54.99, chaoshats.com.

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WINTER BRIGHTS Stand out on the slopes in vibrant hues such as cherry red, azure blue and canary yellow.

Charger jacket, $429, and Lean ½-zip base layer, $99, both by Obermeyer, obermeyer.com. Eve down jacket with fox fur trim, $578, Andy top, $92, all from Skea, skealimited.com.

DARK FLORALS With inspiration taken straight from the fall runways, Moncler brings the dramatic dark floral print trend to a cropped jacket. The Moncler Koura reversible down-quilted puffer jacket, $2,170; Veronica Beard Jeans turtleneck, $178; and Moncler ski pants, $745; are all from Neiman Marcus. Chaos Sailer acrylic beanie $18.99, chaoshats.com.

Aspen-based ski industry innovator celebrates a century

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Sixteenth century Spanish explorer Juan Ponce de León hoped to find longevity through rejuvenating mineral waters rumored to be on the island of Bimini. Klaus Obermeyer found it on the ski slopes. Obermeyer, who will celebrate his 100th birthday on Dec. 2, took up the sport at age three in his birthplace of Oberstaufen, Germany, a small, alpine village near the borders of Austria and Liechtenstein.

“Seeing people sliding down on the snow, I thought it looked just fantastic, so I made a pair of skis,” says Obermeyer. “My dad would buy oranges from Italy, which came in crates made of thin chestnut planks. I took two of those boards and nailed my best pair of house shoes on them. I was not much of a carpenter, so the nails were sticking out from the bottom of those boards, but the skis worked beautifully.”

The centenarian got his first pair of factory-made skis for Christmas when he was five years old thanks to his parents being familiar with Marius Eriksen, a Norwegian ski maker whose son Stein

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won Olympic gold and silver medals in skiing.

Growing up in Bavaria introduced the young Obermeyer not only to skiing, but also to rock climbing, hiking and biking, activities that would later play a role in his career in the outdoor apparel industry.

His father, Fritz Heinrich Obermeyer, an acclaimed Bavarian artist, and his mother, Mina, a homemaker, encouraged the thenteenager to learn a trade. By happenstance, a day on the ski slopes led to him meeting the director of Maybach Motorenbau, one of Germany’s premier automakers, where he was offered an apprenticeship. That experience resulted in an opportunity to take evening classes in Munich, where he studied aeronautical and mechanical engineering for the next three-and-a-half years. Those skills landed him a position at Dornier Flugzeugwerke, an aircraft company, where he was in charge of developing retractable landing gear—a job that kept him from harm’s way during World War II.

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THROUGH THE YEARS OPPOSITE: American photographer Richard Avedon shoots Klaus in NYC introducing a special new San Marco ladies ski boot; Above: Klaus holding extremely long skis found in a deserted miner’s cabin on Aspen Mountain

A LEGEND. A LEGACY. LEFT: The always fashionable Klaus OPPOSITE PAGE CLOCKWISE: Obermeyer fashion photo in front of the first commercial airline plane for Aspen—Aspen Airways; taken in Italy, the racer had just set a World Speed Record on Solar Skis; a group of American skiers on a European ski tour through the alps that Klaus led

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Looking for a change from Germany’s post-war climate, he headed to America. In February 1947 Obermeyer left with the legally allowed amount of currency—the equivalent of $10—venturing to New York City hoping to work in the aviation industry. Learning that firms like Boeing were not hiring, his thoughts shifted to skiing.

“I had a friend, Friedl Pfeifer, who I’d skied with in St. Anton, Austria,” explains Obermeyer. “He was running the ski school in Sun Valley, where I figured I could work as an instructor.”

Arriving in Idaho months later, he’d learned that Pfeifer had taken a position as ski school director at a new Colorado resort named Aspen. Not having the money to get there, he set about earning train fare.

“I didn’t have a car, I didn’t even have a bicycle, so I got a job digging ditches,” adds Obermeyer. “I raised enough money to buy a ticket to Glenwood Springs, then I took a taxi to Aspen.”

As a ski instructor, he would only earn the $10 a day fee if students stayed in class. But he was losing them to cold weather, aching feet, sunburn or all three. That led to an epiphany.

“Friedl told me ‘you’ll have a lot of work here teaching, but in your spare time use your skills an airplane technician to figure out how to make skiing safer, more comfortable and more fun’ and that is exactly what I did,” says Obermeyer.

A pioneering inventor, he’s credited with creating numerous industry innovations, including the duo construction ski boot with a plastic outer shell, the turtleneck sweater, nylon wind shirts, waterproof, breathable fabrics, mirrored sunglasses and high-altitude sunscreen.

He collaborated with Dr. Bob Smith to develop the first dual lens, fog-free goggles as well. But perhaps his most impactful creation was his first—the down parka.

“Aspen had the world’s longest single chairlift and it was a cold ride to the top,” Obermeyer explains. “We rode up in long, city winter coats, but you couldn’t ski in them, so we would send them back down on the chairlift. I had the idea

to cut up the down comforter that my mom made me take to America and I made a parka out of it. It looked horrible, but it was nice and warm, and you could ski in it.”

He ended up selling it to one of his students—actor Gary Cooper—and then opened a small shop in town to start making more. Today, Obermeyer products are synonymous with quality, durability, style, functionality and leading-edge technology, attributes that keep the company among the top outdoor apparel manufacturers.

One of the firm’s greatest advantages is being headquartered in Aspen, where employees “test drive” products under development. A key reason the company remains both competitive and successful is its founder’s approach to life.

“I think part of our success is a philosophy of creating winwin situations in business as well as in life,” says Obermeyer.

“It’s important to take on challenges positively and not negatively, to really study them because they are also our teachers. Our company is also a family, we have each other and we try to make life as sweet and as wonderful as we can.”

It could be, too, that being born in early December may come into play. Browse the pages of an astrology book and you’ll learn that Sagittarians are jovial and have a propensity for making their optimism rub off on people. During a 60minute interview, Klaus laughed heartily at least 20 times and, even though he’s reached the century mark, he still has the glint in his eyes of that child growing up in Bavaria.

He attributes his longevity, in part, to a wellness routine that includes riding a mountain bike, walking, lifting weights, push-ups and sit-ups, stretching and an age-appropriate version of aikido, a style of martial arts.

“I swim every day a little more than half a mile, which in one year gets me the distance from Aspen to Denver, and then the next year I swim back,” Obermeyer punctuates with a laugh.

As a younger man—and well into his 80’s—he would windsurf, play tennis, go rock climbing and ski 80 to 100 days a season. How does diet factor in to making it to 100? He does his best not to eat more than what he burns in calories so he doesn’t get fat, which accounts for why he weighs today the same as he did 40 years ago.

Hosted at Hotel Jerome, you know his birthday party is going to be as exuberant and joyous as the man himself.

“Since I’m turning 100, I guess it’s going to be a little bit bigger because it’s an even number,” chuckles Obermeyer.

“We’ll for sure have apple strudel with whipped cream and berries, and Bavarian music.”

And you can be sure the guests are going to coax a yodel from him.

Obermeyer 115 Aspen Airport Business Center Aspen, CO 81611 / 970-925-5060 / obermeyer.com

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Wrangling a Good Time at the C Lazy U With 200 horses and 125 miles of scenic terrain, guest ranch rounds up those who love to ride

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The C Lazy U Ranch in Grand County is celebrating its centennial

THE DETAILS C Lazy U Ranch 3640 Colorado Hwy 125 PO Box 379 Granby, CO 80446 970-887-3344 clazyu.com The ranch is open year-round and has 40 well-appointed cabins. Call for information on special packages and activities including Julie Goodnight’s Horse Master Academy, the children’s program and Orvis-endorsed fly fishing.

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AMI CULLEN GOES TO WORK EACH day in an iconic 1922 barn that is the centerpiece of the C Lazy U Ranch located just outside Granby, a scenic two-hour drive from Denver.

Cullen oversees a diversified group of “co-workers,” including 200 horses and two dozen wranglers.

“We are all on the payroll, including the horses,” she insists.

Her “office” comes with tack rooms filled with 130 saddles, bridles, saddle pads, cinches and ropes. There’s also a lower barn, corrals, outdoor arena, a 12,000-square-foot heated indoor riding arena, shoeing pit,

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veterinarian care room and covered storage for some of the 900,000 tons of hay the horses consume each year. About half of the hay is grown on the ranch’s 8,5000 acres at 8,300 feet elevation.

The C Lazy U wranglers are mostly young women who share Ami’s love of horses, the outdoor life and working with the thousands of guests who flock year-round to this premier guest ranch, which is celebrating its 100th anniversary.

Cullen’s job entails more than being the “barn boss.” She is Director of Equestrian Operations and in

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addition to managing the horses, she directs the ranch’s boarding program, guest equine operations and the respected children’s riding program.

In the busy summer season, she has a full-time staff of 40, many of whom visited the ranch as youngsters.

Cullen grew up crazy about horses outside of Philadelphia, where she showed horses and was a hunterjumper. She first came to the C Lazy U for a week’s vacation in 2006 and was hooked. “By the end of the week, I didn’t want to leave and all I could talk about was coming back every summer, which I did,” she said.

After college, she went to law school and landed a job with a prestigious East Coast law firm. Cullen was a successful attorney with a good salary but after several years on the job she was unfulfilled. “The horses kept calling me back,” she said.

In 2012 Cullen hit the trail to Colorado, preferring wrangling to lawyering. She started at the C Lazy U as a wrangler and in 2018 replaced popular retiring head wrangler Bill

The C Lazy U Ranch is home to 200 horses

Fisher, who had held the position for 26 years. She knew it would be a challenging transition.

“There were times I had to cowgirl up and prove myself, especially when some city slicker wanna-be cowboy would question my riding skills. I would take them out for a little ride and that would settle things down,” she said.

Tack room in the 1922 barn

The ranch’s wranglers are mostly young women who share a love of horses and teaching

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Cowboy coffee is served each morning to guests

Riding is the main activity at the ranch. After reviewing a guest’s riding abilities, each is assigned a horse and saddle for a week and given ongoing riding instructions. Guests may choose to ride on more than 125 miles of scenic adjacent trails or practice their equestrian skills with an expert.

The ranch prides itself on its children’s riding program. Cowpokes aged 3 to 5 ride ponies and can ride in the donkey cart. Mustangs aged 6 to 12 and teens get their own horse.

Rollins Wallace, who grew up with horses in North Carolina and studied early childhood education, is the ranch’s children’s program manager.

She loves her job, especially Monday mornings when the 6- to-12-yearolds are assigned their horse.

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“When we pair them up with their own horse they are so excited. In our orientation we carefully go over the basics and the best way to ride and communicate with their horse,” Wallace says. The kids get more than a horse, as they’re also assigned a confidence-boosting counselor before they hit the trail.

The tears flow on Saturday afternoons when the program ends. “It’s a week they will never forget. Some of them make their parents promise they will be back next summer so they can ride their favorite horse even before the family car hits the surface road out of ranch property,” Wallace says.

No doubt this child-horse bonding plays an important role in the ranch’s high return rate. A New York family holds the record at more than 50 years, while other families have made 20 or 30 consecutive annual visits.

The terms “western values, wholesome family activities,” and “honoring the traditions of the American West” are central in conversations with David Craig, C Lazy U’s general manager.

Craig believes it’s important that parents and children “disconnect” in an effort to bring families back

A firepit outside the Patio House, which has an outdoor pool and seating for meals

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A vintage Model T in front of the barn, which was built in 1922

together. In the early 2000s the ranch received two coveted honors: the AAA Five-Diamond and Mobil Five Star awards. “The evaluating criteria changed and guest ranches were placed in the hotel category.

They wanted us to add phones, TVs and air conditioning to guest rooms,” Craig said, noting that didn’t fit with their philosophy (rooms are equipped with WiFi and there are TVs in public spaces at the ranch).

He proudly shared that the ranch continues to rack up awards, including the 2019 Travel + Leisure’s Top Resorts in the USA (No. 3) and Top Resorts in the West (No. 2); and in USA Today’s Reader’s Choice Awards, Best Destination Resort (No. 1).

The best things about the old West can be part of the new West.

“We will continue to use and expand creative land use programs such as conservation easements, sustaining Willow Creek, restoring pine bark beetle-killed lands and protecting retiring horses from auctions and slaughter,” Craig said. “These strategies sustain our economic interest, as well as protect and conserve the land, open spaces and our horses.”

Like a fine red wine or an old friendship, the C Lazy U has become fuller and richer for the aging.

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Charlie Brown is a former Colorado state representative and served more than 14 years on the Denver City Council. He is a big fan of guest ranches and always strives to ride tall in the saddle.

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Adventures in Paradise

Cure the winter doldrums with a trip to the tropical paradise of Kauai Jordan Martindell and Elizabeth Hamilton

The 47 residences at the resort come fully equipped with everything you need to experience a home away from home. Each residence is 1,5003,000 square feet, leaving room for everyone to find a quiet nook of solitude. A fully equipped kitchen allows maximum flexibility for lounging

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The two-tiered infinity pool seemingly spills out into ocean-mountain views of Kauai

THE DETAILS Timbers Kauai 3770 Ala’oli Way Hokuala, Hawaii 96766 855-420-9225 timberskauai.com $850 and up nightly

Grand Hyatt Kauai 1571 Poipu Road Koloa, Hawaii 96756 808-742-1234 hyatt.com $398 and up nightly

Blue Hawaiian Helicopters 800-745-2583 bluehawaiian.com $229 and up

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RECONNECT WITH YOUR SUMMER self on a midwinter trip to Hawaii.

While Colorado is blanketed in snow, the Hawaiian islands are alive with tropical cuisine, fresh sea breezes and warm, sunny days. Ditch the snow and enjoy miles of beaches, endless golf and the cadence of waves on a blissful trip to Kauai.

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Timbers Kauai is the ideal base camp for a Hawaiian Island adventure. Tucked on the southeast shore of the island of Kauai on a sprawling 450 acres, the property sets the scene for whatever your heart desires. Whether you are looking for an intimate setting for two or plan on bringing the extended family, Timbers Kauai has lodging options perfect for every guest.

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around in the morning or snacking late at night. The outdoor living space is just as important as the interior and each residence has a balcony, lanai or terrace. Enjoy your morning coffee with an ocean view and end each day with a sunset snuggle on your chaise lounge.

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If you decide not to make meals in your residence, there are plenty of dining options. The Farm at Hokuala was once an overgrown golf course transformed into a working farm that supplies the resort with its delectable local ingredients. Pineapples, veggies, greens and traditional

The indoor-outdoor seating at Hualani’s restaurant and bar

An aerial view of Timbers Kauai within the 450-acre resort community of Hokuala

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Hawaiian canoe plants like kalo, noni, and breadfruit are grown on the property and used freely in all the culinary creations. Farmer Cody will also join you on a tour of the farm where you can become intimate with the lush, fertile landscape.

Hualani’s Restaurant is the dining hub at Timbers Kauai. Here breakfast, lunch and dinner served from sea to table—the freshest ingredients in the most creative combinations.

Dining is taken to a surprising level with thematic offerings. Enjoy the fresh catch of the day for Wednesday’s Farm to Taco night fiesta.

On Thursdays, the chef prepares a three-course meal highlighting local Hawaiian cuisine with a special focus on Hawaiian canoe plants. And on Sundays, dive into a fresh take on chicken and waffles with pineapple marinated chicken and bacon cheddar jalapeno waffles.

And of course, for those nights where you want to stay in, enjoy a chef prepared meal in the comfort of your very own residence. With personal preferences taken into account, each meal is perfectly curated to you and your family’s needs.

Outdoor seating offers a relaxing place to enjoy the firepit and ocean views

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The shining element of Timbers Kauai is the island itself. This picturesque setting is only made more riveting by the curated experiences available on the island. Enjoy breathtaking holes of seaside golf on the Jack Nicklaus Signature Ocean

The Farm at Hokuala with Farmer Cody (right)

A master bedroom in a Maliula residence at Timbers Kauai

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Course at Hokuala. Situated cliffside in the shadow of palm trees, it’s no wonder this course has been named Hawaii’s best golf course. Let one of the resort’s experts take you on a guided waterfall hike to Secret Falls or enjoy any combination of the 17 miles of hiking trails at your disposal.

The Beach Club and Adventure Center has you covered from snorkeling, SUP, and surfing equipment to the towels and chairs needed to

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relax on the stunning, private Kalapaki Beach. Get in the art and education of snorkeling with a guide in the resort’s pool. Get to know the property by bike on Hokuala Bike Train Tour, where you will explore the resort’s beautiful trail system on a complimentary guided tour. Take things a little slower with a bird-watching excursion, Lei Po’o (flower crown) class, or hatha yoga session.

Because the island is covered with rugged and steep terrain, the best way to view the land is by air. Blue Hawaiian Helicopters will take you on an unforgettable tour of the sweeping Hanapepe Valley, stunning Manawaiopuna Falls, massive Waimea Canyon, and of course Mount Wai`ale`ale, a dormant volcano. Choose a sunrise ride or happy hour flight and enjoy the kaleidoscope of colors that Kauai has to offer.

If you are interested in setting out on your own to explore the island by vehicle, book a Jeep rental through the resort and get ready to climb on the rough roads of the island without the tourist traffic. Discover secret pockets of beauty on K`ke`e or Polihale State Park or enjoy a more urban experience with Old Koloa Town’s food truck scene.

Book a Jeep rental through the resort to explore on your own

Finally, after all the adventure, indulge in self-care at the spa on property. Whether you are looking for a coffee-infused facial, Wawae reflexology treatment, or a Hawaiian lomilomi massage, all of the spa services are relaxing with a local healing element. Let the soft atmosphere and gentle touch of the staff fulfill “lokahi,” the harmony of the mind and spirit.

The common area near the pool offers a place to relax, play games or watch sports

After growing up in California and living on the East Coast, Jordan Martindell moved to Boulder, where she discovered a natural connection to the Rocky Mountain lifestyle.

She documents adventures that are delicious, comfortable, exciting and sometimes unexpected. She has written for Elevation Outdoors Magazine, Outdoor Retailer Magazine, SNEWS and rootsrated.com

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Lights, Sound ‌ Action Rob Schenk and his company, ShowTek Events, produce memorable parties and fundraisers

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WELL-DRESSED PEOPLE FILL THE space; conversations are flowing along with the wine as the perfectly pitched music buoys the atmosphere. The lighting shifts subtly and a spotlight picks out one person in the crowd. Then another. Then another. Each person delivers their story: tying together the purpose for the evening, demonstrating the importance of this particular cause, sharing individual impact. The mood is contemplative, yet the audience is energized. After the presentation, the DJ resumes his playlist and the dance floor is packed.

At the end of the evening, the guests are discussing what a great event it was; the board members of the nonprofit are congratulating each other on what will surely be the most successful fundraiser of the year.

Rob Schenk, the proverbial man behind the curtain, just smiles. The majority of the guests are happily oblivious to everything that went into the evening; even the clients are a bit baffled by everything he was able to accomplish. But this is Schenk’s magic.

Schenk has been producing events in Colorado since 1990 and, after more than 30 years in the event production business ranging from weddings and social events to large scale galas and fundraisers, Schenk

Rob Schenk, the man behind the curtain

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Schenk has been producing events in Colorado since 1990

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has developed almost a sixth sense when it comes to figuring out what clients are trying to accomplish—and then delivering it.

“We use technology to create the emotion,” Schenk said. “That’s what events are, right? Whether it’s a birthday party, a wedding or even a corporate marketing junket—trying to create emotion. Emotion to buy something, to love the bride and groom or donate more money to the charity.”

Schenk’s client list is impressive— he’s produced events and conferences for former presidents (George W. Bush, Clinton and Carter) and musicians like Garth Brooks and the Zac Brown Band. If you want someone who knows how to navigate the Secret Service, Schenk’s your guy.

But no matter if it’s political or personal, Schenk said he approaches every event the same way: First, he finds out the “why” behind the event; then he figures out what sort of emotion the client is trying to evoke from the audience.

“My job is to get inside their head and understand what they’re really looking for,” Schenk said. “A lot of our customers are people that keep coming back over and over. They know I’m good at really understanding what it is they’re trying to say.”

With his experience, Schenk is very good at translating, “I want it to look ‘more blue,’” into the desire for a more dramatic effect, washing the area with color or incorporating technology to evoke a certain feeling.

In addition to his ability to get inside a customer’s head, Schenk brings excitement and creativity to each event he designs.

Schenk mentioned an upcoming 15th anniversary party a client is holding at Mile High Stadium. As the client described an idea she had, Schenk thought about the perfect piece of new technology—remotely-activated colored wristbands that could be used to illuminate various groups within the audience—to take it up several notches. The client was thrilled and

Schenk was off to the races, thinking up innovative ways to ensure the event had emotional impact.

Designing the perfect affair takes time. Schenk said that he works with clients months in advance, brainstorming and gathering details to figure out how to deliver something special. Of course, creating something that seems flawless often requires many moving parts behind the scenes—and that requires a budget. But Schenk isn’t afraid to start with the outlandish, crazy, over-thetop ideas.

“I say, don’t worry about budget (in the beginning). We’re going to get there, but let’s think all the way up at the top and then start to reel it in,” Schenk said.

From audio and visual to event design and talent booking (one client wanted Earth, Wind and Fire to play her birthday party), Schenk can handle all elements of the production and ensure that it goes smoothly. But it’s not the size of the party that’s important—after all, a small event is just as important as a big one to the person who’s hosting.

Schenk’s magic comes from listening—from paying attention to what matters to the clients and then creating those special elements that bring it all together.

“What’s great is when they come back behind the curtain and say, ‘how did you do that?’” Schenk said.

“That puts a smile on my face. That’s what gets me jazzed, you know?

Everybody wants something special, whether it’s a low budget or high budget, they want something special. So (our job is to figure out) how we can give them something special.”

Katie Coakley is a freelance writer based in Denver covering travel, craft spirits and beer and outdoor adventures. Her work has appeared in newspapers, magazines and online outlets like 5280.com and Outside online. She surreptitiously gathered tips for her next big birthday bash while interviewing Rob.

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Small Shop Speaks Volumes With more than 23,000 titles to choose from, The Hermitage Bookshop offers something for everyone

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NESTLED IN THE HEART OF CHERRY Creek North, the Hermitage Bookshop is one of Denver’s oldest independent bookstores. As you approach the shop at 290 Fillmore St., what first catches your eye is likely to be the green and gold arch sign hovering just above the sidewalk at the top of the descending stairway. As your gaze is drawn down the stairs, the rest of you will likely follow, whether you intended to visit the store or not.

Approaching the door, you might already feel something visceral, and somewhat indescribable. Perhaps it’s enchantment, or adventure, or solitude, or knowledge, or a million other things pulling you almost unconsciously through the front door.

“When people first walk in the door, you can almost hear them sigh because they think it’s just one of the prettiest, most welcoming sights you could see,” says Bob Topp, owner of The Hermitage Bookshop since its founding in 1973.

Indeed, as patrons move through the shop, what they see is a clean, organized, well-lit, and comfortable store and space. There is nice, cozy furniture up front and in the back

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and alcoves that go down the center aisle. On the left you’ll see a plethora of history books, on the right mostly humanities. The entire back wall is mostly children’s books—no doubt at least in part due to Topp’s personal passion for the genre.

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The clean, almost caretaker vibe extends all the way from the store’s atmosphere to the physical space to the individual books themselves.

While it is a used book store, you will never see stacks of books piled on the floor and toppling over, or

dilapidated, crumbling novels on the shelves. “We cover all of our books in book jacket covers, so everything is clean and kept in excellent condition,” Topp explains.

This deep, intrinsic respect and love for books of all kinds is what drives not only the general mission behind his business, but also the revolving and steady flow of inventory that comes and goes from The Hermitage Bookshop’s shelves. “The most exciting thing about what I do—aside from my respect and love of books—is the unpredictable, exciting nature of my business. I would have to say that not a week goes by, even after 46 years, that I don’t see something I’ve never seen before— it’s always such a pleasure to open the door every day, because you never know what you’re going to see,” Topp says. “And to have that much vibrancy in a business after so many years is really fulfilling,” he adds.

Topp says he purchases about 200 to 300 books each week to maintain this exciting flow of special books to and from his shop. On any given day, the 200-square-foot shop has about 23,000 books on its shelves. The types of books bought and sold each week are as diverse as any general book store—from Western Americana to Victorian yellowbacks, literature, literary first editions, signed editions, sets and fine bindings, military, illustrated, hunting and fishing, travel, history, art, gardening, poetry, graphic novels, children’s, and more.

While about 20 percent of the inventory is rare, collector books, Topp emphasizes The Hermitage is a general—not just rare, book shop.

“The aspect of our shop that makes us unique is more about the quality of our inventory, and that we carry all used and all hardback books,” he says, adding, “We just focus on the quality of the writer and the book.”

In fact, Topp says he often finds people who have not visited the shop have a lot of different misconceptions. “Some might have the idea

that our books are too expensive or too old, or that we only sell certain types of books,” Topp says. “The truer statement is that if you are a reader, you’ll absolutely fall in love with our shop. And if you like show and tell, we’re always willing to share—we love talking to anyone about all kinds of books.”

Speaking of show and tell, as mentioned above, Topp’s top passion (pardon the pun) is for the genre of children’s books. In fact, he’s been reading aloud to kids every week for the past 25 years at Bergen Elementary Schools—where his kids went years ago—in Evergreen. He even started a web project, Read Me a Story, Ink (readmeastoryink. com), for use by teachers, educators, parents, or anyone who enjoys reading to children. The website provides printable and audio stories by award-winning authors, numerous recommended reading lists for various ages, links to other wonderful and diverse children’s sites, and an index of more than 1,500 short stories perfect for reading aloud.

“I believe that reading aloud is one of the absolute nicest activities for adults and children to share. It creates warm bonds, opens a child’s mind to new ideas, forms topics of discussion to keep the lines of communication open, and provides a positive example to inspire children to become lifelong readers,” Topp says.

Topp feels fortunate to have been able to share his love of books and reading with so many people and for so many years. So, it’s not surprising that, when asked about any future plans for the business, Topp replies, “At this point I have no exit strategy, and I don’t really want one.”

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Lindsay Mitchell is a Colorado Springs based writer, content marketer and lifelong bookworm. In addition to Colorado Expression, she writes for Southwest Art and several blogs and online publications in the arts, health, lifestyle, home and design industries.

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Sculpted Furnishings

Zachary Zorn crafts designs from recycled metal and reclaimed wood

By Colleen Smith . Photography by Zorn Photography

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ZACHARY ZORN’S ALLITERATIVE name has the zing of two Zs, but his designs get an “A” for architectural achievement. The Colorado native’s artful furnishings, lighting and sculptures mix warm woods and cool metals, materials old and new, the natural and the industrial, the decorative and the functional.

Zorn works primarily with a quirky and inventive combination of reclaimed walnut wood with live edges, epoxy, Edison-style light bulbs and repurposed vintage airplane or piano parts.

“I always pick things that aren’t supposed to go together and make them go to together, which I enjoy.

I love a challenge,” Zorn says. “Through years of playing with materials that don’t typically go together, I’ve been able to create something new and functional and different from its original purpose.”

Zorn’s designs are clean and simple, simultaneously rustic yet refined. Some pieces smack of stripped-down Steampunk. For example, an Edison-style light bulb nestles inside an animal skull.

Zachary created a multiple wall installation of black walnut and spalted maple rounds for Cairn Restaurant at Tava Waters

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This one-of-a-kind coffee table was created using the inside harp of a piano and flooring from a semi-truck

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Antique airplane flaps form curiously appealing shelving that, though made of cool metal, appears warmer due to wear. A wall treatment displays overlapping wheels of wood cut from walnut tree trunks.

The unexpected is Zorn’s bailiwick.

As a boy, he once attempted to make a helicopter out of a weed-whacker.

“I was always tinkering, always had big ideas,” he says. “Thinking back, I was always trying to make something whether a fort in the attic above the garage or in the dog house.”

Zorn received formal training as a photographer. He and his wife, Jody Zorn, met as photography students at the Art Institute of Colorado. He’s a native of Northglenn who has lived in Colorado his entire life except for a year in Brooklyn, NY. His wife grew up in Fort Collins. The couple has two young sons, a dog named Warhol and a photography business: Jody Zorn Photography founded in 2006.

“About seven or eight years ago, I branched off and started playing with metal,” he says. “I started out wanting to be a metal sculpture artist because I like the way it smells when you weld it—that smell of melting metal. I like that you can cut it and bend it and form metal.”

Yet Zorn realized his designs required more materials.

Zachary and sons on a waterproof outdoor black walnut and matte black steel table

Zachary working on a custom steel base in his shop

This black walnut river table sits atop a matte black steel base, commissioned for a private residence

“I found I liked stuff to have function. I went more into furniture and lighting: things you can set out or turn on and off as opposed to just stare at,” he says. “The very first lamp I ever made was from a piece of wood found in Colorado. I was inspired by this piece of driftwood that was used as a fire poker when we lived in a renovated synagogue in the Highlands.”

Zorn’s current focus involves wood and metal, his wife says. “He is now beginning work on a line that combines airplane parts and live edge walnut together,” Jody says.

A work in progress features an airplane propeller crumbled from a crash.

“When the plane crashed, the propeller got bent up, and I’m making a side console table from it,” he says.

Jody Zorn says, “Nothing is done in a literal, expected way.”

As for wood in his works, the artist uses foraged trees downed due to disease or development. He finishes his wooden works with an eco-friendly, durable natural wax designed for wood flooring. He applies eco-friendly, zero-VOC products that reflect his environmental concerns.

Though he’s an emerging artist, Zorn’s designs bring a pretty penny.

His handsome wood, metal and epoxy tables sell for between $8,000 and $15,000. His commissioned works grace the lobby of the Tava Water complex, The Cairn restaurant, and The Platform near Union Station.

Zachary Zorn Designs are the antithesis of mass-produced furnishings.

In the digital age in which almost everything can be deconstructed to binary digit combinations of zeros and ones, Zorn’s art anchors humanity in work that is hand-wrought and heartfelt.

Colleen Smith is a Denver-based awardwinning writer who has published hundreds of art, design and architecture features in many magazines, newspapers and online. colleenwordsmith.wordpress.com

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Keeping it Cozy

Colorado’s hygge expert shares her advice on creating a warm and comforting home

By Elizabeth Kosar

THE DETAILS Hygge Life Shop & Café

Colorado native Alexandra and her husband Koen

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The Hygge Life van, a 1971 Opel Blitz

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EVERY YEAR AS WINTER SLIPS into Colorado, familiar activities take place. Just as predictable as the heavy traffic on I-70 is a longing for comfy pants, warm fires and games of Risk that inevitably end in simmering, yet friendly, resentments. This is hygge (pronounced “hoo-gah”) life.

Alexandra Gove, owner of Hygge Life Shop & Café in Avon explains that “the concept of hygge was non-existent to me before I crossed paths with the Danish culture and began to explore what hygge could really mean.

It’s an adjective (hyggelig) and a feeling, but also a way to live life; pursuing only the things and people that make you really appreciate the moments that make up your life.”

Colorado-native Alexandra and her husband Koen met and fell in love in Vail and a year later they moved their lives to Amsterdam, Koen’s hometown, so he could complete his education. According to Alexandra, “the Dutch use the word, gezellig, to describe the coziness and comfort of

an ambience, a person or a moment.

Very similar to the Danish hygge.”

Her first encounter with hygge would occur when she made her way to Copenhagen with a dear friend.

“First, I felt hygge without knowing that the word existed and then I discovered the word hygge, which sent sparks flying. It was as if I had found my life match, thus Hygge Life began.”

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Bench seating naturally creates a feeling of togetherness and oftentimes makes a table feel cozier

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Textiles bring warmth and comfort to our lives

licious drink while connecting with one another.

Not that Alex herself seems to be slowing down; in September 2019 she published Dwell, Gather, Be: Design for Moments, a book that explores how thoughtful, intentional home design can cultivate meaningful moments in life. The book is filled with suggestions about how to make your own home, whether a studio in the city or a cottage in the county, feel hygge.

For more ways to bring hygge into your own home, consider some of Alex’s favorite suggestions Soft Textures—Bring out your soft, heavy blankets and drape on

Photo: Karen Mitchell, Fortitude & Finn

But before there was Hygge Life the store, there was Hygge Life the van. In the summer of 2014, Alexandra and Koen bought an old 1971 Opel Blitz camper van, painted it

blue, put the Hygge Life logo on the side and travelled Europe, bringing along a traditional poffertjes (Dutch mini pancake) cast-iron grill and making their way through France, Spain and Switzerland. Alex recounts, “this was our first Hygge Life venture. We were seeking and creating hygge with pancakes, soft textiles and our happy blue bus.”

Upon returning to the U.S., Alex and Koen opened the Vail outpost of Hygge Life with a collection of European home decor inspired by hygge moments. Most recently they opened the Hygge Life Cafe, boasting both indoor and outdoor spaces, coffee and homemade treats, and the ultimate hygge atmosphere to encourage friends to slow down and enjoy a de-

A hygge dinner is a time of connection and joy, creating a real life hygge experience

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the couches and chairs in your living room or place a basket of blankets near your fireplace for snuggling.

She also suggests draping natural sheepskins on dining chairs, barstools, the couch and placing them on the ground on either side of your bed. The warming, comforting textures of natural textiles and sheepskins will bring hygge into your home without question.

Candle light—Lighting candles seems like too easy of an answer for this question, but it really is intrinsic to creating hygge in your home. The act of striking a match and lighting a candle can cultivate hygge in yourself and in your home. As you light a candle, you are committing to be in that space for an amount of time and slow down to relax and enjoy. Place candles around your home and make a ritual of lighting them when you arrive home for the evening.

Soups and roasted vegetables—

Photo: Ali Vagnini

Make warm, cozy meals for your family and gatherings with loved ones.

When the evenings are cooler, it is so comforting to make big pots of soup and roast hearty vegetables. Alex says, “We like to invite our friends over to dig in—we place a board of buttered toast on the table and let everyone fill their bowls to the brim

Create hygge by burning candles during simple, everyday moments

Photo: Ali Vagnini

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The soft, rustic and natural elements of sheepskin are the perfect way to bring hygge into your space

with the soup of the evening. We also love to fill our farmer’s market bags with vegetables perfect for roasting, like zucchini, beets, parsnip, fennel and potatoes. We drizzle olive oil and grind salt and pepper on imperfectly chopped vegetables and roast for an hour or so. So easy and delicious and perfect for lunch throughout the week.”

Slippers—Place a basket of slippers by the door in an array of sizes for your guests when they arrive. “We offer our guests slippers year-round but as the weather cools down, it’s especially comforting for our guests.

They leave their boots at the door and have cozy, warm feet for the rest of the evening.”

Baking—Baking is fun no matter the season, but especially so during the cool months of the year. “Pull a stool into the kitchen for your children to perch on and include them in the baking. Kids will love it and you’ll make memories that will last forever.”

Elizabeth Kosar is a writer and communications strategist. She is fan of the hygge life, particularly when it involves fuzzy pink slippers and a hot cup of chai.

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