Denver Hotel Magazine - Spring 2014

SPRING 2014

G AT E WAY TO C O LO R A D O

PATRICK ROY

BRIAN SHAW

DENVER’S HOT NEW COACHES REVEL IN A TOWN THAT LOVES ITS SPORTS PAGE 34

GETTING NOLA PAST THE GRA

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GET BAKED Denver’s Newest Bakery Is Oh So Sweet

FRENCH PALATE Chef Tom Coohill Cooks Up International Flavor

WOW FACTOR The New Renaissance Denver Hotel Impresses

LIVE THE DREAM A Great Time To Invest in Colorado

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FEATURES 26 TAKE IT TO THE BANK The new Renaissance Denver Downtown City Center melds history and wow factor. And that’s just the beginning of this fabulous new hotel.

BY BILL HUSTED

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34 MILE HIGH HOPES Two new coaches take charge of the Denver sports scene.

Whether your passion is pro hockey or basketball, Colorado Avalanche Coach Patrick Roy and Denver Nuggets Coach Brian Shaw demonstrate that although they may be new to the Colorado coaching arena, their wisdom is gleaned from hands-on experience, guts and perseverance.

BY AMY SPEER

Award-winning chef Tom Coohill grew up with a kitchen as his playground, landing his first professional gig at age 17.

Today, this talented chef creates tantalizing dishes that are a treat for lovers of all things French.

BY CAROLYN BARTELS

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20 BOULDER, COLORADO From the offbeat to the intellectual, to all points in between, Boulder, Colorado is a not-to-be-missed destination. Denver Hotel Magazine takes you on a daylong tour that illustrates why we love the city of happy and healthy.

BY CAROLYN BARTELS

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Colorado Avalanche Coach Patrick Roy and Denver Nuggets Coach Brian Shaw take a break from team practice at the iconic Pepsi Center, home base for a legion of die-hard fans who love their sports.

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13 THE RUNDOWN Denver Hotel Magazine staff’s quick picks of some of our favorite goings-on around Denver and Colorado.

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49 DINING Denver’s mouthwatering restaurants and fabulous chefs are creating savory dishes that will tempt travelers who expect … indeed demand the best. We’ve compiled a guide to some of the best dining in the city, guaranteed to satisfy any palate.

57 SHOPPING From high-end boutiques and malls to trendy vintage shops, DHM shows you the city’s best places to find that special something … or little something extra.

61 ATTRACTIONS Expect the unexpected when you spend time in Denver. Browse our list of some of the top local attractions that are a don’t-miss when visiting the Mile-Hi city.

64 OUR PARTING SHOT Happy Cakes: Mouthwatering cupcakes and so much more!

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40 THE SCENE Denver serves up a diverse array of events that will tempt even the most discerning traveler. Whether it’s professional sports, first-rate comedy, great music or the best of Broadway, you won’t want to miss the fun going on in a host of great venues.

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ISSUE 06: SPRING 2014

PUBLISHER’S NOTE EDITOR Ellen Gray

EXECUTIVE EDITOR Carolyn Bartels

CREATIVE DIRECTOR Chris Hanchey

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Ask 10 locals why they choose to live in Colorado, and you’ll likely get as many different answers. One may be an avid winter sports enthusiast, and surely there is no comparable place that matches our state for the dearth of phenomenal ski resorts. Another may wax poetic on the healthy lifestyle, where cyclists, runners and exercise buffs relish the miles of trails, paths and parks that traverse the city. And yet another may be here for the beautiful climate, where more than 300 days of sunshine bring a smile to anyone’s face, even as the remnants of a recent snowstorm slowly melt away.

There is so much to do year-round in Colorado, and springtime is no exception.

Spring skiing is always a blast, especially this season with record-

breaking snowfalls and bluebird days. Even better, if you are a skier or boarder and happen to make it to one of the local resorts over the closing weekend, you won’t want to miss out on the fun times to be had during the end-of-season parties. We offer a summary of some of the fun events going on this end-of-season.

Then again, maybe you’re not feeling that adventurous and prefer something a bit more refined. Why not take a stroll around one of the eclectic neighborhoods that are part and parcel of the character of Denver? Cherry Creek (and of course Cherry Creek Shopping Center) boast some of the best shopping in the region, and a slew of great restaurants have turned the area into a big draw for tourists and locals alike.

Feeling a bit of wanderlust?

Why not take a short ride up to Boulder, a captivating town that remains refreshingly independent, interesting and inviting. The gorgeous Flatiron mountain formations are worth the visit, and once you take a hike through Chataqua or browse the shops and restaurants on the Pearl Street Mall, you’ll be hooked. We offer suggestions for a special day in Boulder, and promise you won’t be disappointed.

Denver is a city that loves its sports, and even though we lost bragging rights when it came to the Big Game, the fact that we got there at all was a proud time indeed. Best of all, we support and favor all four professional sports teams, and boast a fan base that is unmatched in most cities. Yes, we adore our Denver Nuggets and our Colorado Avalanche, and our two new coaches are great additions to the local sports scene. Amy Speer’s one-on-one talks with Patrick Roy and Brian Shaw provide fans with a glimpse into the men charged with bringing home the wins, and keeping the players focused and positive, even in tough times.

As always, we have selected some of our favorite restaurants, activities and shops that you won’t want to miss during your stay in the Mile-Hi city. So enjoy your trip, and Happy Spring!

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Ski Resort Closing-Day Festivities When it comes to sheer entertainment, there’s nothing like the end of the ski season for a walloping great party. Every major ski area in Colorado now hosts its own version of the “Big Party” to celebrate another great year of ski nirvana. This year promises to be a great time, because we were treated to stellar powder days and beautiful sunshine. The perfect ending to a perfect ski season. Here, we have a wrap-up of some of the fun that awaits you during this season’s grand finale on the slopes.

water holds strong as participants careen themselves off a snow jump in hopes of coming out on the other side in the 12th annual World Pond Skimming Championships, presented by Red Bull.

19-20), more fun is planned as participants compete in the 3rd annual Red Bull SlopeSoakers event on floating rails. There will also be an eenie-weenie bikini contest and Colorado’s largest annual Easter egg hunt.

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Along with the 2014 Kaleidoscope Tour, The Color Run is proud to present its first 5k snow run on April 19! Also known as The Happiest 5k on the Planet, The Color Run is an untimed race in which thousands of participants are doused from head to toe in different colors at each kilometer.

Vail With only two rules, the idea is Vail hosts Spring Back to Vail, running April 7–20. Touted as the easy to follow: Wear white at the biggest end-of-season bash in the starting line and finish plastered in color! The fun continues after Rockies, festivities include free live concerts, the infamous World the race with an unforgettable Pond Skimming Championships, Finish Festival, featuring music, après after-dark parties, base area dancing and massive color throws, which create millions of vivid giveaways and much more! The color combinations. On back-toclosing day tradition of donning costumes and skimming across icy back weekends (April 12-13 and

On April 20, skiers can compete in the Keystone Slush Cup for a chance to win one of three Summit Passes! Award categories include: Best Costume, Best Crash and Best Overall. The resort also will host an Easter egg hunt for the young – and young at heart.

music sets the tone for a riotous closing day party. Children under five will love interacting with Winter Park Willie and the Easter Bunny as they deliver holiday fun with an on-mountain candy hunt in Discovery Park and a base area egg hunt.

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The Splashdown Pond Skimming Championships hit Steamboat once again for a 7th season on Closing Day - Sunday, April 13.

The festivities bring brave (and slightly crazy) skiers and riders in costume with a dream of successfully crossing the icy pond!

Telluride and Crested Butte Winter Park Now in its 46th year, Winter Park also host their versions of pond Resort’s Coca-Cola® Spring Splash skimming, replete with costumes and live music. Regardless of is the oldest tradition of its kind.

The race begins at noon on April where you choose to end the ski season in Colorado, it’s all about 20 as spectators watch skiers and fun, music, great food and lots of riders struggle through obstacles on the Larry Sale trail race course laughs. and attempt to skim across an icy — ELLEN GRAY pond to reach the finish line. Live

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Appreciating the Market (in Colorado)

As the economic recovery continues building steam, Americans have become busy consuming and investing, cautiously yet assertively. A multitude of investment options abound, but real estate still affords the greatest ability to finance a significant portion of the purchase price by leveraging a downpayment on an asset valued much higher, unlike stocks, bonds or CDs. Particularly with low interest rates, a small value increase on a leveraged property provides a greater return than an all-cash investment.

You may have heard the old adage, “You make most of your money when you buy,” which speaks directly to the timing of a purchase. Consider the average home price in Denver in 1979… $40,000. Today that number is approximately $335,000, which is after weathering two major recession eras (12 percent-18 percent mortgages in the 1980s and the recession from 20072011). This past recession has made us more cautious, certainly more mature, and a bit more humble. Think about putting that attribute (i.e., wisdom) to work for you. After purchasing a property, time becomes our 14

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friend. Real estate is tangible, can be viewed, touched and most importantly … enjoyed!

I am suggesting an investment in Denver and/or Colorado. The opportunities and options are amazing. National surveys and economic forecasts favor Denver as a top emerging city for the short and long term. In the past two years (2012-2013), Denver residential real estate appreciated in value more than 20 percent, with many central areas showing even greater increase.

Interestingly, fewer than 20 percent of Downtown residential areas (mostly condos and lofts) are owned by individuals living outside Denver and Colorado, making our state home to many second homeowners.

Denver is recognized as a growing and vibrant metropolitan city, and is only one or two hours away from Breckenridge, Vail, Keystone, Beaver Creek and Copper Mountain, all incredibly popular during beautiful summers, as well as famous for being world-class ski resorts.

If you have interest in owning a second home in Colorado but timing may not feel quite appropriate, perhaps the idea of initially purchasing property

as an income investment, that at some point would become your second home or place to retire, might be worth considering.

Purchasing with a family member or friend may also provide financial benefit, depending on perceived usage.

Historically, Colorado real estate has proven a very solid financial investment. Denver’s market has rebounded and become healthy, whereas the mountain/resort areas are a step behind in their full recovery. They have improved significantly, but still appear to be at a “sweet spot” on the economic value curve.

Denver and Colorado offer an enviable lifestyle in which to live, work and play. With panoramic views of the Rocky Mountains, more than 300 days of sunshine, 150 public and private golf courses within 50 miles of Denver, the nation’s largest public park system, all four major sports and the Denver Center for the Performing Arts (the largest such facility outside of Manhattan), it is easy to understand why people move here, and then choose to remain here permanently.

Denver boasts the nation’s second-highest percentage of college graduates, is home to

some of the most respected hospitals, medical research facilities and new varieties of quality healthcare options. Cherry Creek features some of the finest and most fun shopping between Chicago and LA, while Denver is becoming a recognized “foodie” city with exciting international cuisine, exotic meat-lover options and local comfort foods. And don’t forget, Colorado is ranked No. 1 for the best … and the most … beer breweries!

This summer, downtown’s Union Station reopens (originally built in 1881), as the nation’s state-of-the-art, multi-transit station that includes 122 miles of light rail, underground bus terminals, shuttles, commuter rail and Amtrak trains and every whizbang transit convenience.

I could go on and on. But the bottom line is, it’s a great time to invest in Denver!

— STEVE BLANK

Steve Blank is a managing broker at Fuller Sotheby’s International Realty.

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A few highlights from The Scene calendar on page 40.

Popular Music May 28 – 29

OneRepublic Red Rocks Amphitheater

This winter, OneRepublic was a highlight of The People’s Choice Awards. This Colorado band will be Counting Stars for two nights in the stellar setting of Red Rocks Amphitheater.

Sports May 26

The Bolder Boulder Boulder, Colorado

The Bolder Boulder 10K running race is the largest in the U.S. and the 5th largest race of its kind in the world. Last year’s race had 54,000+ participants of all ages.

Jazz

Did you know Downtown Denver is the 2nd Fastest Growing Large City In The U.S.?

Over 200,000 people move to Denver each year. Today, Downtown Denver is home to 17,500 residents, a 142% increase since 2000.

March 7-8

Christian McBride Trio Dazzle Jazz Club

Leading the pack of the world’s premiere jazz musicians, prolific bassist Christian McBride brings his trio to Dazzle Jazz Club.

Recreation March 27 – 30

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Vail Film Festival Vail, Colorado

Presented by the Colorado Film Institute, the annual Vail Film Festival is a must for film aficionados and weekend indie film fans.

Tribute May 11

A Tribute to Ella Fitzgerald University of Denver’s Newman Center

The Smithsonian Jazz Masterworks Orchestra and vocalist Kim Nazarian, a founding member of New York Voices, pay homage to this legendary national treasure.

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We’d walk a mile for Pakems, an innovative type of footwear that is becoming all the rage among the après ski crowd, hikers, rock climbers and cyclists … pretty much anyone who loves the great outdoors and desires some foot pampering at the end of the day.

The best part of Pakems, aside from the great feeling you get when you slip on a pair, is they are made to travel, and travel they do. They come in a variety of colors, in both high-top and lowtop versions. Creator Julie Adams likens them to a hugely popular shoe we all know and love, calling them “the winter flip-flop.” Yes, comfy but much, much warmer!

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Bodie, a line developed with kids in mind that is customizable to allow kids to paint their own shoe with special markers sold with the footwear.

We also are huge fans of the company’s social awareness campaign, “Step into Your Intentions.” Rather than putting the Pakems logo into the liner of the shoes, each pair carries a positive message: “Be Kind.”

Whether Pakems quest is to be kind to your feet or kind to one another, Adams has created a winner in more ways than one.

Travelers who want to order Pakems can go to pakems.com.

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Curtain Up! Denver Center for the Performing Arts (DCPA) is home of the Denver Center Theatre Company, a Tony Award-winning professional theater company which performs in repertory from the Helen Bonfils Theatre Complex. This multi-stage facility is part of a performance space conglomerate that offers more stage space than anywhere else in the United States except for New York’s Lincoln Center. The entire structure is the largest covered performing arts complex under one roof, connected by an 80-foot

The Space Theatre

glass atrium. This open air feel reflects the collective cultural heart of Denver, from the Ellie Caulkins Opera House, to Boettcher Symphony Hall, and the anchor of Denver’s thriving theatre scene, the DCPA. The DCPA books events at the Seawell Grand Ballroom, named for Wall Street lawyer, Broadway producer and father of Denver theatre, Donald R. Seawell. It is located in the upper level of the Helen Bonfils Theatre Complex.

Off Center @ The Jones is a curating theatre company, performances aimed at the

younger demographic, but open to all as their irreverent, edgy, innovative productions lean on audience input and participation.

But the Helen Bonfils Theatre Complex is the core of where Denver theatre happens. Named for philanthropist and sometimeactress, Helen Bonfils, magic becomes more than illusion.

Performances are brought to life through human effort, emotion, humor and raw talent. On three main stages, the DCPA actors bring the best of American theatre, old and new, to season ticket holders and, just as

importantly, to Denver’s visiting public. Each venue has its unique role to play.

Whatever your theatre-going predilections, the DCPA Theatre Company, its stages and repertoire has a show for you, a season of tickets to purchase or simply a night on the town which you cannot get anywhere but in Denver. To take in a show, you may visit the DCPA online at denvercenter.org or call the box office at 303.893.4100.

The Stage Theatre

The Space Theatre

The Ricketson Theatre

The Stage Theatre is the most traditional of the stages. It is a thrust stage and has seen performances as diverse as You Can’t Take it With You to A Prayer for Owen Meany. New York producers brought to Denver the Broadway-bound Sense & Sensibility: The Musical, marking that show’s world premier at the Stage Theatre. Accommodating 778 audience members, this is the largest of the DCPA’s performance venues.

The most unexpected performances in the most ancient of theatre settings, theatre-in-theround, sets The Space Theatre performances apart from all others at the DCPA. With 450 seats, the Space Theatre has presented perhaps the most intricate staging of any you may have ever experienced. From a space lab in the world premiere of When Tang Met Laika to a riveting production of The Miracle Worker, the many personalities of The Space Theatre raise theatre to new heights.

There is nothing that can make your heart beat faster or tears flow more freely than the intimacy of a studio theatre.

The Ricketson Theatre is a proscenium theatre, seating 250 people. Its casts take on the challenging productions, the contemporary subjects and sometimes difficult topics that challenge the soul and leave you speechless. The company actors who take on these roles, as well as visiting artists, are often seen on network television, or come to town from that medium.

— CAROLYN BARTELS

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From Denver to Boulder to points west, there are healthy dining options that are appreciated as much for their creative menus as for their delicious fare. Health-conscious travelers won’t want to miss some of our favorites including:

Watercourse Foods

837 Seventeenth Ave., Denver

100-percent vegetarian, the restaurant’s website says it is “dedicated to reducing negative environmental impact by recycling everything we can, including fryer oil that is converted into bio-diesel.” To-go containers are biodegradable, and the restaurant offers 10% discount to bike riders!

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Modmarket Rings in a New Era of Healthy, Affordable Eating Healthy dining options in Denver are in plentiful supply. Whether you’re craving vegetarian, gluten-free, organic or all of the above, there is no shortage of restaurants that offer the best of the land. No processing here, no chemicals or pesticides, no injections of any type. Just food that is rich in vitamins and nutrients, and downright delicious to boot.

Recently, the Sixteenth Street Mall in downtown Denver added to its healthy eating repertoire with the opening of Modmarket, a farm-to-table concept that is sprouting like alfalfa across

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True Food Kitchen the city. In 2009, co-founders Anthony Pigliacampo and Rob McColgan opened their first Modmarket location in … you guessed it … Boulder, the epicenter of all that is healthful, mindful and yes, playful. For the founders, certain concepts were paramount to their vision, and they deemed it imperative to create a balance of quality, taste, health and cost.

The opening of the newest Modmarket at 16th and Champa signals the latest in the health food craze that combines topquality ingredients with great taste. Yes, that’s food that is tasty,

and makes you want to come back for more. In December, Modmarket was named a 2013 Hot Concept winner by Nation’s Restaurant News, a bible of the restaurant industry.

With more Modmarkets slated to open, including one at Denver International Airport (that’s for you, hotel travelers!) and the first out-of-state location in Dallas, Texas, these two healthconscious entrepreneurs seem to have landed a great recipe for food that not only tastes good, it’s good for you.

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Variety of vegetarian options, great salads, entrees and yes, desserts.

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Olive & Finch

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For you non-vegans, this is a great alternative, where you can find mouthwatering flavors made from organic and locally grown produce, sustainable meats and dairy. oliveandfincheatery.com

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A Day in Colorado’s Capital of Healthy and Happy

BY CAROLYN BARTELS

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henever a survey is taken about the healthiest and happiest places to visit or live, Boulder, Colorado usually makes the A-List. Truly, a day spent in Boulder can infuse you with a wonderful sense of well-being, and there is no shortage of entertainment ranging from the offbeat to the fabulous.

Founded in 1858, the town of Boulder is the county seat for Boulder County. The courthouse, located on the popular Pearl Street Pedestrian Mall, is a masterful tribute to the Art Deco school of architecture. Boulder was the first town in the United States to tax itself. It was 1967 and 100 percent of the tax proceeds went to designate popular outdoor locations as Open Space.

In the late 1980s, Boulder was one of the first locales in the country to vote in a one-percent growth limit for the town.

Boulder is a large town, not a city. It prefers to stay that way.

This resolve means Boulder’s non-transient population remains under 100,000, and does not include the population of its bedroom communities nor the student population at one of the nation’s largest colleges, the University of Colorado. While the growth limitation raised real estate prices in the charming old neighborhoods, it helped Boulder preserve its unique character by preventing irresponsible development that has plagued so many areas around the country.

But you are visiting Boulder for some fun, so let’s get started…

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The Buff since the mid-1990s.

Featuring a contemporary décor consisting mainly of repurposed materials, it remains a legend for fresh-made breakfast, lunch, brunch and $1 Bloody Marys. A meal there earns you bragging rights to tell everyone you know that “You Ate In the Buff,” and wear a t-shirt home to prove it!

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For an active day out, breakfast really is the most important meal of the day. One of the best-known establishments for breakfast or lunch is the beloved, legendary restaurant for decades known as The Golden Buff but now simply named The Buff. The husband-and-wife team of Chris and Jacquelyn Meyer have owned

HIKING

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For casual walkers, Boulder Creek Trail is easily accessible throughout the town, running parallel to Canyon Boulevard. It is a beautiful way to travel from one destination to the next, never taking you too far astray of sights and activities. The Pearl Street Mall also is a vibrant place to stroll. Lined by some of Boulder’s favorite restaurants, specialty shops, pubs and cafes, there is hardly a day in which this town center is not filled with buskers and pretty good musicians entertaining passersby.

If you are looking for easyto-difficult trail hiking, look no further than Chautauqua Park, which crests the intersection of 9th Street and Baseline Road.

The spot is well-marked by

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the monolithic Flatirons rock formations. Stop by the ranger’s station adjacent to the parking lot for information about the miles and miles of trails in the park. Window Rock and Gregory Canyon are popular mid-level hikes; Fern Canyon or the trail to Bear Peak’s summit are more challenging but well worth the effort. Mt. Sanitas is a local favorite; a moderate three-mile loop and a great view at the top.

Close to downtown Boulder, it is the perfect outing for a picnic.

For picnic supplies, try Boulder’s popular Alfalfa’s grocery. This independent grocer was devoured by the Whole Foods machine in the 1990s, but regained its title a few years ago.

Alfalfa’s is a marvel.

Finally, if you’re the type of person who totes daisy chains everywhere, Boulder Canyon offers terrific rock climbing.

Areas where this is permitted are well marked. Just follow Canyon Boulevard west. This road is full of gorgeous photo opportunities in the 14-mile drive up the canyon to Nederland, a true Colorado mountain town.

Halfway up are the stunning Narrows, where the canyon walls pinch and rock walls become more rugged and severe, is Boulder Falls. Parking is provided for relaxed viewing of the beautiful cascade.

If intellectual pursuits are your thing, options are numerous and run the gamut from international laboratories to cutting-edge art, film, music and dance.

Blending magically into the hillside of the southernmost Flatiron is NCAR, the National Center for Atmospheric Research. Housed in the camouflage of a terracotta exterior, this I.M. Pei-designed center ranks among the world’s largest resources of scientific data, conducting atmospheric experiments and research projects for global information networks while perpetuating the educational aspects of that

research. Tours may be reserved ahead of time, but even without reservations, the public areas of the center are open to the public seven days a week.

Dairy Center for the Arts may well be Colorado’s most unique cultural space. The site originally was home to the Gilt Edge Creamery and Watts Blue Ribbon Dairy co-op. Over the decades, it was bought and sold as dairies moved further out of town or closed down. In 2000, the city of Boulder, at the urging of the stalwart Boulder arts community, bought the property and leased it back to the artists for one dollar per year. That’s right. One dollar

per year for rent. The Dairy Center hosts film festivals, art exhibits, lectures and ballet and is available as an events venue. It is open Monday -Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; events are listed on the website’s calendar.

The Boulder Museum of Contemporary Art is another wonderful art venue just a stone’s throw from the Boulder Creek Trail. Featuring emerging and established modern artists, it is the epicenter for discussion and imperatives for the artists and their audience. This museum is open Tuesday-Sunday.

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IT MUST BE LUNCHTIME With seemingly one restaurant for every person in Boulder, the city’s lunch menus can mean a trip to one of the few remaining Mustard’s Last Stands for a scrumptious hotdog with all the trimmings, a microbrew and pub fare at the numerous brewhouses on Walnut and Pearl Streets, or a trendy patio setting, replete with fine wine and white tablecloths.

One memorable lunch option is the Dushanbe Tea House, situated two doors down from the Museum of Contemporary Art in an ornate structure as full of life as its colorful Tajikistan connection. Boulder adopted Dushanbe, Tajikistan as one of

its sister cities and the tea house was built as a standing reminder of this friendship. With a menu suggestive of the Tajikistan heritage and culturally reflective tea selection, The Dushanbe Tea House is a kaleidoscope of sensory wonders. The interior and exterior were crafted by 40 artisans who brought their 2,000-year-old trades and materials from Tajikistan to create this burst of color and craftsmanship on this quiet little stretch of street.

If you have been hiking or simply wish to get up close and personal with The Flatirons, The Dining Hall at Historic Chautauqua Park is delightful.

There is nothing like sitting at a table on the broad, wrap-around sunlit veranda, looking up at the blue sky, sipping a glass of wine and forgetting all of life’s stresses. Both food and scenery are delicious.

If shopping is on your mind and you are in the town center of Pearl Street, The Med is the perfect lunch venue. Next to the opulent St. Julien Hotel and Spa, The Med offers a sizable contemporary menu with cocktails and various beverages galore. Weather permitting, the tiered patio is a haven, offering covered and open-air seating.

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University of Colorado, founded in Boulder in 1878, is the only university with a live buffalo as its mascot. His name is Ralphie.

The Bolder Boulder running race on Memorial Day weekend is the largest elite running race in the United States.

Recreational runners are welcome to participate!

Baseline Road is the 40th Parallel as far as world maps go, running east and west through town and ending at Historic Chautauqua Park located at the base of Flagstaff Mountain.

The 3rd Flatiron is over 1,400 feet high; as tall as the Empire State Building.

Home to the late great American poet, Alan Ginsberg, a founder of Naropa University.

The first municipality in Colorado to have a privately operated recycling company.

Birthplace of astronaut Scott Carpenter

The first municipality in Colorado to provide bike lanes.

Home to two Nobel Prize Winners for Science, David Wineland and Thomas Cech, both University of Colorado faculty members.

Boulder’s Naropa University is the only accredited American university based on the heritage of the Buddhist faith.

Home to two Gold Medal Olympians and other contenders, including runner Frank Shorter, bike racers, Connie Carpenter Phinney, her husband Davis Phinney and their son, Taylor Phinney.

Boulder was the only place, presumably in the world, to host the Naked Pumpkin Run in which racers wore nothing but a hollowed-out pumpkin on their heads and running shoes on their feet.

Birthplace and home to world-class music icon Todd Park Mohr, founder and leader of Big Head Todd and The Monsters.

The Sink, a University of Colorado hangout, is where a young man named Robert Redford held the position of janitor AND where the famous yogurt spill landed on President Obama’s pant leg during a campaign stop.

For every five visitors to Boulder, one of them is a dog.

Set in Boulder, the popular sitcom Mork and Mindy introduced Robin Williams to a national audience as alien funnyman, Mork. Running from 19781982, producers used exterior shots of Mork and Mindy’s house, Boulder Canyon, the Pearl Street Mall and other landmarks for the series.

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Exclusive boutique shops, shoe stores, jewelers, galleries and eclectic, upscale shops line the several blocks that adorn the Pearl Street Mall, which is a great place to spend the afternoon.

It’s well worth your while to take some side junkets on Broadway and Walnut Streets, just off the pedestrian mall. Coffee shops and bistros play hopscotch with the shops, the perfect respite for a thirst quencher or a place to rest your feet. A few of the places we like to recommend are:

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On Pearl Street: The still independently owned Boulder Bookstore -- three floors of bibliophile bliss.

Off Pearl Street: McGuckin Hardware People who love hardware are avid in their affection for nuts, bolts and all the quirky little gadgets The Peppercorn and garden things that come with Picture Sur La Table and Williams the whole enchilada. McGuckin’s Sonoma on steroids. is that whole enchilada, an independently owned The Boulder Art Cooperative smorgasbord of hardware heaven.

NOT your grandma’s tea cozy and If you haven’t shopped hardware quilt shop, this stellar arts center for awhile, you will be awestruck. offers local and internationally known artists and their crafts, The Hill is the University from fiber art and clothing to community’s landmark village of glasswork, paintings, photography, clothing boutiques, bike shops, sculpture, woodworking, paper delis and bars. Paying homage to art and more. the college crowd, businesses old and new are thriving thanks to an active, celebratory student base.

IT’S WHAT’S FOR DINNER Dinner in Boulder is an event.

The cast of players is at the top of its game and choices are hard to make. I have narrowed it down to three to offer a glimpse of the gamut of offerings:

Frasca A few blocks east of the walking portion of Pearl Street, Frasca reigns as the poster child for fine dining in Boulder. Opening to immediate acclaim in the late 1990s, it took the town by storm, The Black Cat offering inventive recipes and a You can’t get a fresher farm-tostunning wine list. Frasca is small table experience. An upscale menu and reservations can be tough, and creative culinary selections but the good news is that the reflect what is grown and raised at neighbors who live nearby love The Black Cat Farm north of the to come in on a regular basis so city. Literally from farm to table, Frasca keeps open seating available the experience is exquisite. for a portion of the restaurant.

The Flagstaff House Legendary class and a striking setting are the hallmarks of this Boulder landmark. Situated on the front of Flagstaff Mountain, nearly at the top, views from the dining room provide wide vistas across Boulder, onto the plains and up and down the Front Range. No matter how amazing your meal, you must save room for dessert. One dessert and two forks are totally acceptable!

WHAT’S GOING ON TONIGHT building plays host to a wide variety of performances.

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Boulder offers live theater, film series, music performance, dance, literary events and interactive events every night of the week.

Venues to watch for are:

Chautauqua Auditorium This beautiful wooden structure, part of the Historic Chautauqua The Boulder Theater Park campus, hosts a summer An Art Deco gem featuring world- concert series featuring highclass musical performances, the profile musicians. Events in the theater promotes local musicians earlier season may be found online. and hosts the popular NPR radio show E-Town.

Wine Bars and Live Music Meander along the Pearl Street Macky Auditorium Mall and stop wherever live music Located on the University of wafting onto the street reels you in.

Colorado campus, this historic

Now, that is a full day in Boulder.

In parting, it is important to explain a few things about the unique town of Boulder. It has been the brunt of many poorly aimed jokes, derided by iconoclasts as “The People’s Republic of Boulder,” a vernacular of words like “granola head” and “hanky head” taking hold in the 1980s. The sophistication and intelligence of this town and its willingness to take the sticks-and-stones high road in the face of derision is a large part of its charm. Boulder is not a fairyland, nor a town without trouble. The murder of Jon Benet Ramsey rocked this gentle town to its core. Wildfires and last summer’s floods tested the mettle of everyone from the guy who works at the gravel quarry to the multi-millionaire whose hillside mansion may have been burned to

the ground or washed away. But when those people are dishing out food at the local shelter, pulling people from floodwaters and driving bottled water and batteries up dangerously washed-out roads to those who cannot get out, the spirit of purpose is the great equalizer. And when the hard times pass, the friendly gestures and heroic moments are not forgotten. Result: A picturesque, contemporary town, proud of its heritage; a town moving ever forward with enlightened urban planning and respect for all its citizens. That is the heart of Boulder, a town you don’t want to miss.

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TAKE IT TO THE BANK The new Renaissance Denver Downtown City Center melds history and wow factor.

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The original Colorado National Bank banking hall, largely unaltered, and the new hotel’s dramatic lobby.

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ou only get one chance to make a first impression – and the new Renaissance Denver Downtown City Center greets its guests with an imposing neoclassic Greek revival façade and an even more dramatic lobby. It can leave you weakkneed. The only correct response: YOWZA. The façade is comprised of a lineup of marble columns, the stone from the same quarry that supplied the marble for the Lincoln Memorial and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.

Inside, the lobby makes the The Plaza Hotel look like a dentist’s waiting room.

The hotel at 17th and Champa Streets has settled into the iconic Colorado National Bank building - built in 1915 to store real gold from the mines of the West. It had to be imposing, safe, secure.

Walking between the columns into

the bank feels like you’re entering Fort Knox. The bank never suffered a successful robbery.

The lobby tells guests, “Yes, this is the place. You have arrived.”

Entering from what the hotel calls the “local’s entrance” on 17th Street, the space is more than 7,000 square feet. You could play football in here. The ceiling reaches up three stories, looking like an elaborate trompe l’oeil, but it’s real, I swear, meticulously sculpted and painted. Sixteen Indian dreamscape murals by Allen Tupper True frame the marble-floored banking hall.

General manager Michael Damion says the restoration of the building was a four-year operation, much of it painstakingly delicate to ensure the murals remained pristine, the ceiling intact. “They came in here with Q-tips,” he explains. No power tools were used near the murals.

Developer Stonebridge Companies declines to disclose how much money was poured into this loving restoration, but it has to be buckets of millions.

Pre-Q-tips, the building alone was bought by Stonebridge for $4.5 million in 2009.

The reception desks sit on the east wall. The Teller Bar serves up cocktails on the west wall – sure to become an after-work watering hole for business types and hotel guests.

The hotel’s restaurant is named range. That’s with a small ‘r’ and big flavors. Chef Paul Nagan has dubbed his cuisine New American West. The ingredients are locally sourced when possible; the cooking techniques are inspired by ranchers and campers: grilling, smoking, wood-oven roasting, cast-iron sautéing. The walls are reclaimed barn wood. Exposed steel

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Sixteen original murals by acclaimed Western painter Allen Tupper True still frame the former Banking Hall.

ABOVE: The building was originally constructed as the third home of Denver’s Colorado National Bank in 1915.

LEFT: In the 1960s, the building was expanded vertically.

BELOW: Armed guards watch over a money transfer. The bank never suffered a successful robbery.

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beams show off the bones of this building. “We’ve been excited about this for a long time,” says Nagan. “We’ve probably changed the menu about 25 times.”

Now it’s set with plates that include Smoked Trout Cakes, Colorado Lamb Shank braised in Rye Whiskey and Stranahan’s Bourbon Bread Pudding.

The second floor is the club level in the hotel – and it’s where you want to be housed. The windows in the suites overlook Champa and 17th Streets, perfect to watch the pedestrians stroll by or for warm and comfy seats for the Parade of Lights and the National Western Stock Show Parade. Book these rooms early. Flatscreens in the rooms offer up the premium channels, but no “movies on demand” and, sorry, no porn.

The second floor also gives you a clean overlook of the lobby, an up-close look at the murals and

a safe place to appreciate the ceiling. These suites really are rooms with a view.

Stonebridge Companies added two floors of rooms above the existing bank building, allowing for 230 guestrooms.

The hotel has 6,000 square feet of meeting space – and that includes three converted walk-in safes, complete with the complex locking mechanisms and doors weighing as much as 60,000 pounds. When a character on Seinfeld told a secret, it went “Into the vault.” These three vaults will serve your secrets well.

The hotel is here to compete with the best Downtown has to offer: The Brown Palace, the Ritz-Carlton, the Four Seasons, the Oxford, Teatro, the new Crawford Hotel. The Renaissance has the style, history and location to shine. It’s a fine addition to the city’s hotel roster.

“We’re proud to give one of Denver’s beloved local landmarks new life as a luxury hotel,” says Navin Dimond, president and CEO of Stonebridge. “There is something special about being able to connect visitors to the city with a piece of its past. We hope to provide them a modern experience in an historic setting, one completely unique to this city.”

Comfort and Colorado heritage. A good combination for the inquisitive local and the weary traveler.

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Award-winning Chef Tom Coohill grew up with a kitchen as his playground, landing his first professional gig at age 17.

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ABOVE: Flavors flow throughout this Atlantic Broadbill Swordfish confit.

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hef Tom Coohill grew up in Pittsburgh at a time when the convenience of box dinners, frozen or off-theshelf, were all the rage. Twinkies were a coming-of-age dessert of choice and shaking processed meats in a bag of chemically derived “flavoring” implied the perfect imitation of home-fried foods could be baked in 30-45 minutes. Thankfully, Tom was the son of a Polish woman, who stood by her farm-to-table recipes with pride and placed real food on the table for this burgeoning culinary whiz kid.

Chef Coohill’s first restaurant job launched his journey into the tantalizing world of French cuisine. At age 17 he was taken in by the chef at Kentucky’s L’Auberge des Champes. His enthusiasm remained undaunted as he fought for placement and went to many extremes to pursue his career, learning from the world’s finest French chefs in acclaimed venues such as Le Saint Germain in Los Angeles,

where he worked for Patric Healey, then performing under the watchful eye of his mentor, world-renowned Chef Jean Banchet at the Five Star Mobile Le Francais in the Chicago suburb of Wheeling, Ill. Coohill’s global education continued, and with diligence and pure talent he expanded his repertoire under the tutelage of the master chef at France’s 3 Star Michelin L’Oustau Baumaniere, run by renowned chef Raymond Thuillier and a stint at the celebrated Quenelles.

The passion and dedication paid off, preparing him for his solo debut in 1992 with the opening of the award-winning Ciboulette in Atlanta. Chef Coohill’s first venture landed him a spot in Conde Nast Guide’s Top 10 Restaurants and Top 25 in the nation by Esquire Magazine.

He racked up numerous awards, was featured on every major television network and lauded in The New York Times and Wall Street Journal. On the heels of this success he opened his

All photos courtesy of Coohills

ABOVE: Coohills’ international ambience is reflected in the brimming wine closet and warm table setting.

LEFT: Asparagus Agnolotti brings new life to this versatile vegetable.

second Atlanta venue, Coohills Steakhouse & Bar. But in the end, Colorado’s exceptional climate and lifestyle called out to Tom and Diane, his wife and business partner.

Coohills opened in Denver two years ago, offering the city’s finest French specialties.

The restaurant is just minutes from any downtown hotel, and on most days a walk along Denver’s scenic Cherry Creek trail is a lovely way to arrive at the establishment’s front door.

Upon entering, guests are treated to an elegant setting which accommodates the urban cocktail and appetizer crowd, intimate tables for two and private dining for groups large and small.

Not to be missed is a chandelier created by four cabernet vines from 1983, gathered in a stunning bouquet with crystals.

Tiny lights bring it to life above the community table. The bar is spacious, offering a corner of sofas and speakeasy comfort with booths and four-sided bar seating.

The restaurant faces west, and from every angle the Front Range of the Rockies decorates the western horizon, the sunsets especially mesmerizing. Coohills offers everything and anything the visitor to Denver could ask for when dining out.

What is Chef Coohills favorite aspect of dining in his beautiful restaurant? He is quick to explain, “The Chef’s table is the best way to experience Coohills.

There is nothing like having a table of people anxious to hear what and how we do what we do.

To see them through the courses, socializing and talking wine or whatever they have on their minds, is simply wonderful. It is what makes my day.”

As excited as he is about sharing the dining experience, he is conversely silent about the secrets of his divine creations. Likening it to the famed magician’s code of silence, his training is something not found in cookbooks or during nights of cooking class. “People ask me about what is in my fish

mousse or how the pates and quenelles turn out like they do.

Imitations of these dishes are everywhere. You really can’t even get close to the real thing without proper training.”

Chef Tom Coohill is too humble. What he refrains from elaborating on is that along with the stellar training under world-recognized chefs, Tom Coohill has mastered the artistry of authenticity. His menus are flawlessly chosen, changing seasonally as fresh ingredients come in and out of season. A candidate for the James Beard Award and winner of the US Chef’s Open, he eschews the spotlight. As with any artist, his kitchen is his studio, his guests are his audience. Tom Coohill, the real deal, and his lovely wife, Diane, invite you to join them.

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943 GAMES 6,547 POINTS 21,666 MINUTES PLAYED .403 FG PERCENTAGE 431 3-POINTERS MADE 2,158 2-POINTERS MADE 938 FREE THROWS MADE 773 OFFENSIVE REBOUNDS 2,410 DEFENSIVE REBOUNDS 3,918 ASSISTS 747 STEALS 252 BLOCKED SHOTS

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1,029 NHL GAMES PLAYED 551 MOST WINS BY NHL GOALIE 4 STANLEY CUPS 3 CONN SMYTHE TROPIES .910 CAREER SAVE PERCENTAGE 28,353 SHOTS AGAINST 25,807 SAVES 66 SHUTOUTS 60,235 MINUTES PLAYED FIRST NHL GOALIE TO 1,000 GAMES 200 WINS WITH 2 DIFFERENT TEAMS 2006 HOCKEY HALL OF FAME INDUCTEE JERSEY NUMBER RETIRED IN 2003

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Avalanche Head Coach Patrick Roy takes an animated approach while players are on the ice.

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he cold arena is filled with the sound of hockey sticks slapping against a sheet of ice. Below, past a series of bleachers, on the other side of plexiglass, a puck ricochets off the wall with a loud thwack. The sound of a shrill whistle follows, slicing the air and slowing the training camp action.

Players pause, looking to a burly figure clad in black. He weaves in and out of the play, pointing his stick “Ever y y ea r I p l a y e d i n toward a spot on the ice. His t he NHL s e r v e s m e v e r y Canadian accent carries over the w ell t od a y as a h e a d din of practice as he bellows out his c oa c h,” — P a t r i ck R o y critique. His tone is impassioned, but anyone familiar with the game of hockey would expect no less.

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Avalanche head coach. Back in the day, Roy used to wield his hockey equipment in a whole different way, blocking shots with a sort of miraculous ease that helped lead the Avs to two Stanley Cup victories. Eleven years later, the NHL Hall of Famer has returned to Denver to make his NHL coaching debut.

And Roy isn’t the only new coaching sensation to grace the Mile High City. This season, the Pepsi Center ushered in Brian Shaw, naming him the Denver Nuggets head coach. And Shaw certainly is no stranger to championships either, having helped the Los Angeles Lakers net three NBA Final wins.

Denver Hotel Magazine caught up with both Pepsi Center coaches to see how they’re faring in their new roles.

A PLAYERS’ COACH Like Roy, Shaw prefers to be in the thick of things when it comes

to coaching. Whether he’s posting up against a player during practice or inviting the team over for a barbecue at his house, Shaw likes to fire up his team “from within.”

For him, team buy-in is important — the ultimate key to building a championship squad, something he witnessed during his time with the Lakers.

“From the very jump, if there are 15 guys on the team, then 15 guys have to buy in,” Shaw told Denver Hotel Magazine. “There has to be that togetherness — that belief and that trust in one another — otherwise it’s impossible to get the job done.”

Roy has a similar mentality, believing in “creating a partnership” with his players.

“Trust and respect are the key ingredients for success,” Roy asserts. In fact, the Avs coach eagerly welcomes player input at every team meeting.

In turn, he’s thrilled to see how the Avs have accepted his

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Nuggets Center Timofey Mozgov and Guards Nate Robinson and Randy Foye get pointers from coach Brian Shaw.

feedback. “I’ve been impressed by how receptive my players have been to teaching since day one of training camp,” he says.

It’s this kind of team respect and close interaction that has some in the leagues calling Roy and Shaw “players’ coaches,” a unique kind of coach known to leave the office door open and to focus on making every moment teachable — even the worst of them.

Shaw in turn, knows a lot about overcoming adversity.

LIFE LESSONS It was a Friday night — June of 1993 — and life was good for Shaw. The 6-foot-6 player was in the infancy of his basketball career with the Miami Heat, coming off his first-round pick in the 1988 draft with the Boston Celtics. For the first time ever, Shaw had a nice salary and was able to dote on his family with gifts, including a house and a car.

But that’s when life ended up throwing him for a loop.

On that June night, over 20 years ago, his family died in a car accident, driving the very car Shaw had gifted his family. They were on their way to the family’s Las Vegas vacation home, driving down Interstate 15 at 5 in the morning, when Shaw’s father fell asleep at the wheel in the last stretch of the 500-mile journey. The car rolled, ejecting everyone from the car.

His father, mother and sister died.

Only Shaw’s 11-month-old niece, Brianna, survived.

“I remember the last thing my mother said was, ‘We’ll call you in the morning to let you know we got in,’” Shaw reflects in a True NBA video. “I went to bed, and the next morning the phone rang ... It was the coroner’s office. ... It was one of those things that felt like a bad dream.”

The only survivor was Brianna, and Shaw immediately rushed to the Vegas hospital to find her in

critical condition. He and his wife immediately decided to adopt Brianna, raising her as their own.

Despite Shaw’s personal devastation, he carried on with his NBA career, playing a total of 15 seasons for the Celtics, Heat, Magic, Warriors, Sixers, Blazers and Lakers. In 2003, he retired following the Lakers’ three-peat NBA Championships, transitioning into a scouting role and then as the Lakers’ assistant coach.

“You have to live every More than 20 d ay to the f ullest years later guilt still plagues Shaw, an d take ad vant age o f who cannot help but imagine what what you have righ t life would be like if he hadn’t n ow. ” — Brian Sh aw bought his family that house and car. Yet the tragedy also gave Shaw an understanding about perseverance, a lesson he tries to instill in his players.

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“Every day is unpromised,” Shaw tells Denver Hotel Magazine.

“So you have to live every day to the fullest and take advantage of what you have right now.”

For Shaw, it’s all about making memories with the people around you.

“I encourage the guys, if they have kids, to bring them around to shoot,” he says. “At the end of it all, “T her e has t o b e th a t when [my NBA playing t oget her n e ss — th a t career] was all said and b eli ef a n d th a t t r u s t i n done, my kids one a noth e r — o th e r w i s e grew up with Shaquille i t ’s i m poss i b l e t o g e t t h e O’Neal’s kids and Rick j ob d one.” — B r i a n S h a w Fox’s kids and Kobe Bryant’s kids. They still keep in contact with each other. You move on from place to place, but if you don’t have

TOP LEFT: Point Guard Ty Lawson absorbs some advice from Coach Shaw.

ABOVE: Shaw’s focus in every game is on the win.

LEFT: Shaw and Robinson discuss game strategy.

anything to look back on, it leaves an empty feeling.”

tells the magazine. “I am not even close to being like that anymore as a head coach, but I still like to PULLING FROM EXPERIENCE do things in a certain way.”

Shaw and Roy are men of Then again, Roy and Shaw routine. Just as in their playing are pulling from experiences days, their coaching lives are that brought each of them filled with habits that harbor championship trophies. winning. Some might say the two “Every year I played in the are superstitious.

NHL serves me very well today Shaw, who used to refuse to as a head coach,” Roy says. “Over clip his fingernails on game those seasons, I encountered day so he could better grip the several different situations, ball, now shows up to Denver whether in a regular season game Nuggets’ press conferences in the or a playoff game. That is helping same attire: blue polo shirt, blue me out today as an NHL coach.” sweatpants, low-top shoes and no For Shaw, he looks to his socks. He usually gets in a short coaching mentor, former Los nap on game day, he says.

Angeles Lakers coach Phil Jackson.

Meanwhile, Roy had an He tries to emulate Jackson’s even longer list of playing ability “to take a bunch of players superstitions. He would converse from different places and different with the goal posts, visualize the backgrounds and make them play net shrinking and dress himself in together in harmony.” a specific order. The list goes on.

Harmony and ritual seem to be “I was very superstitious. When I working for both coaches. look back, it was unbelievable how Shaw is still looking to rally many superstitions I had,” Roy up a string of wins in hopes

of qualifying for the playoffs, “where’s it’s zero-zero and anything can happen.”

Roy, who was the NHL’s all-time winningest goaltender when he retired in 2003, is busy trying to recreate the fan spirit that made him fall in love with Colorado.

“I really like the Pepsi Center, hearing the fans cheering,” Roy says, calling his relationship with Colorado fans “a love story.”

“I want to work hard, and I’m going to come to the rink with the same passion, the same desire to win that I had when I was playing,” Roy says during an ABC interview.

And in the end, Roy is simply thrilled to be back in Colorado.

“The fans really make me feel welcome here,” he tells the magazine. “I truly love Colorado, the different seasons, the Colorado air, the sun that is here almost every single day.”

to give hockey fans something to talk about — his flair for intensity.

In his coaching debut, less than 24 hours into his first season, the league fined Roy $10,000 for a fiery display of emotions in the closing seconds of the Avalanche’s season-opening 6-1 win against the Anaheim Ducks.

Some might call it an outburst.

Needless to say, Roy erupted after one of his players took a “dangerous” hit. Roy was so fired up during the closing minutes that he slammed into the glass partition dividing the teams’ benches. The divider started to give, buckling toward the Ducks. Some might chalk his opening night reaction to being a “players’ coach.”

“On that particular night, I stood up for one of our players,” Roy says, “And I will always act like that.”

Despite that much-talked-about night, Roy believes he’s learned IN THE HEAT OF PASSION how to better control his emotions Even as head coach, Roy continues as a coach. “My eight years in

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TOP: Roy reviews plays during practice.

TOP RIGHT: Avs players listen to their head coach during a game.

RIGHT: Avs Center Nathan MacKinnon and Roy prepare a play.

junior hockey have helped me better understand this, but I feel you have to be true to yourself.”

And even though some will remember Roy’s opener as the game in which he brought down the glass, he looks to his NHL coaching debut as the night he brought down the house with a 6-1 win at the Pepsi Center — and that so far is his favorite coaching memory.

“I will always remember that,” he says. “There is more to be accomplished, and the reward will be even more significant as the season progresses. We want the fans to be back at Pepsi Center, and it’s up to the players and the coaching staff to give them reasons to attend games.”

Whether filled with ice or transformed into a basketball court, Denver looks to the two Pepsi Center coaches to fill the arena with the same passion that once made them both winners.

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Entertainment options abound in the Mile-Hi city, ranging from great shows featuring first-run artists, to fabulous dining and shopping. Denver Hotel Magazine brings you our favorite picks of the Spring season.

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Worldwide phenomenon Cher has captivated audiences with her myriad talents as a singer, dancer and actor.

For nearly 50 years, this superstar has continued to set the bar when it comes to performing. An Academy Awardwinning actress, Emmy and Grammy winner, three-time Golden Globe winner, Cannes Film Festival Award winner, People’s Choice Award winner, Broadway and film actress, singer, director, author and humanitarian, it seems as though there is nothing Cher cannot achieve. She is the only artist to have a No. 1 song in six decades, and her most recent chart topper, “Woman’s World,” hit No. 1 on the Billboard Club Play Chart. Cher’s new album, Closer to the Truth, debuts in September.

march MARCH 18–23

MARCH 30

Buell Theatre

Pepsi Center

Harlem Globetrotters

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Jeremy Daniel / The Denver Center

Chicago – The Musical

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MARCH 1–23

MARCH 20

The Vintage Theater

Newman Center

When acclaimed tenor Tito Merelli is unexpectedly incapacitated, a new replacement must be found. Chaos ensues, bringing lots of hilarity.

A playful, entertaining view of traditional, classical ballet in parody form (and en travesty), The Trocks, present a living knowledge of dance.

MARCH 7–23

MARCH 21–23

Avenue Theater

Lone Tree Arts Center

Robert Dubac stars as an everyman bombarded by so much propaganda he no longer remembers who he is or what he believes.

The Four Seasons, composed in 1723, is Vivaldi’s best-known work, and among the most popular pieces in the classical music repertoire.

Vivaldi’s The Four Season’s

MARCH 28–30

Colorado Symphony Orchestra at Boettcher Concert Hall

Litton Conducts Vaughan Williams

The New York Gilbert & Sullivan Players bring the wit of The Pirates of Penzance to life in this popular operetta.

Colorado Symphony Orchestra at Boettcher Concert Hall

The Colorado Symphony Chorus delivers a powerful performance of Vaughan Williams’ Dona Nobis Pacem, led by conductor Andrew Litton.

MARCH 8–APRIL 19

Good People

MARCH 28–APRIL 27

Curious Theater

Shadowlands

Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright David Lindsay-Abaire’s humorous look at how a downtrodden woman tries to turn her life around in South Boston.

The Space Theatre

A biographical look at the late-in-life blooming relationship between C.S. Lewis and wife Joy Davidman, centering on Davidman’s cancer diagnosis.

MARCH 11

Jillian Michaels Maximize Your Life Tour

MARCH 28–MAY 11

Paramount Theatre

Song for Coretta

Health and wellness expert Jillian Michaels shows audiences how to live an exceptional life – sharing her keys to health, success and happiness.

The Vintage Theater

A compelling testament to civil rights icon Coretta Scott King, presented through the sentiments of random mourners.

Million Dollar Quartet Buell Theatre

Catch the true story behind the recording session that brought Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis and Carl Perkins together in 1956, making American music history! This Tony Award-winning musical features all of your favorite hits.

MARCH 15–23

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MARCH 8–9

Pirates of Penzance

MARCH 1–9

Rigoletto

Ellie Caulkins Opera House

Verdi’s tragic story about the wicked Duke of Mantua, his hunchbacked court jester, Rigoletto, and Rigoletto’s beautiful daughter, Gilda. This epic saga of love and sacrifice is opera at its best.

MARCH 21

Mike Epps: After Dark Tour Paramount Theatre DFree / Shutterstock.com

Book of Moron

Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo

The Hangover star Mike Epps began his career with and is a mainstay of Def Comedy Jams. Cast as Ice Cube’s costar in the sequel, Next Friday as Day-Day, Epps has also appeared in other film and television productions.

MARCH 26–APRIL 20 Bradford Rogne / The Denver Center

Lend Me a Tenor

The Harlem Globetrotters began in 1926 as the Savoy Big Five. Now more than 85 years and 20,000 games later, the team has become one of the most recognizable franchises in sports.

The Globetrotters offer high-quality family entertainment that combines ball handling wizardry and sheer basketball artistry in a fun-filled game. Great for fans of all ages.

Jeremy Daniel / The Denver Center

Set amidst the razzle-dazzle decadence of the 1920s, CHICAGO is the story of Roxie Hart, a housewife and nightclub dancer who murders her lover after he threatens to leave her.

Desperate to avoid conviction, she hires Chicago’s slickest criminal lawyer (John O’Hurley) to transform her malicious crime into a barrage of sensational headlines.

Dixie’s Tupperware Party The Galleria Theater

Dixie Longate tosses away life’s responsibilities and travels the country selling TUPPERWARE. Funny tales, heartfelt anecdotes and the chance to leave the show with terrific NEW TUPPERWARE is only part of the fun!

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APRIL 11

APRIL 25–27

Bellco Theatre, Colorado Convention Center

Rock of Ages

Live Nation

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Chelsea Handler - Uganda Be Kidding Me

Buell Theatre

The outspoken host of E!’s late night talk show, Chelsea Lately, shares some of her favorite stories and insights in this national stand-up comedy tour. There is no person, place or topic that Chelsea will not tackle. Irreverent and sassy, she is a comedy phenomenon wherever she goes.

Chris Botti with the Colorado Symphony Colorado Symphony Orchestra at Boettcher Concert Hall

American trumpeter and composer Chris Botti fuses jazz and pop in an unforgettable evening that reminds audiences why his albums consistently reach No. 1 on the Billboard jazz albums chart.

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APRIL 4

It’s 1987. A small-town girl falls in love with a big city rocker in LA’s most famous rock club. This five-time Tony nominee is an arena-rock love story that features the mind-blowing, facemelting hits of Journey, Styx, Reo Speedwagon, and so many more that made ’80s rock ‘roll. Rock on!

APRIL 3-6

APRIL 13

Su Teatro on Santa Fe

Wings Over the Rockies Museum

XicanIndie features the best in Latin World Cinema. This is an intriguing event for any film enthusiast and will include appearances by celebrity actors and filmmakers.

Experience this thriving and thrilling industry of robotics through talks with inventors and interaction with real robots!

XicanIndie Film Festival

APRIL 18 APRIL 4 – 25

The Written Word in Art

APRIL 4–MAY 11

Glovinsky Gallery

Animal Crackers From the zinging one-liners to its slapstick brilliance, this boisterous and raucous comedy about the theft of a valuable painting from a society dinner party is quintessential Marx Brothers mayhem.

The Denver Center

The Stage Theatre

This show presents a multi-faceted collaborative showcase of artists and poets.

Receptions and poetry readings are hosted each weekend.

APRIL 4-9

Denver Auto Show Colorado Convention Center

APRIL 11-13

The Denver Auto Show is the premiere showcase for the newest in 2014 models as well as a sneak peek at all that’s new for 2015.

Rachmaninoff’s Symphonic Dances Rachmaninoff’s cascading compositions and glorious melodies made him a giant among composers and pianists. His Symphonic Dances takes the audience on a richly layered journey through one of the acclaimed composer’s final works.

Colorado Symphony

Colorado Symphony Orchestra at Boettcher Concert Hall

Dixie’s Never Wear a Tube Top When Riding a Mechanical Bull The Galleria Theater

Dixie Longate, America’s favorite Tupperware lady, shares lessons learned after a hard night of drinking. What do a jeweled crown, a cardboard cutout of Julie Andrews and a box of moon pies have in common?

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APRIL 24–MAY 11

Robotics @ The Hangar

APRIL 5

St. Martin’s Chamber Choir Historic St. Elizabeth’s of Hungary Catholic Church

Taken from a 20-year repertoire, this stellar chamber choir has chosen a program of their favorites as well as those of its audiences.

APRIL 12-13

Doors Open Colorado Metropolitan Denver

This two-day event opens doors to the city’s spectacular buildings. A public event, it is a celebration of Denver’s rich architectural heritage.

Craft Beer Tour at the Ale House LoDo Neighborhood

Culinary Connectors provides a guided tour of 3 tap houses and one brewery for only $29. To register, call 303.495.5487.

APRIL 18–MAY 25

Grey Gardens The Vintage Theater

This is story of the eccentric aunt and cousin of Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis, recounting their rise and fall from social grace.

APRIL 25-27

Mozart, Beethoven & Brahms Colorado Symphony Orchestra at Boettcher Concert Hall

Three of classical music’s brightest stars are showcased. Directed by Michael Stern, music director of the Kansas City Symphony.

APRIL 27-28

The Takacs Quartet Grusin Music Hall, Beaver Creek

These four wonders of Hungary present their string program in the majestic, mountainous setting of Beaver Creek, easily accessed via I-70 West.

may MAY 7–11

MAY 10–11

1stBank Center

Newman Center

Tribute to Ella Fitzgerald

Newman Center

Benoit Camirand

Cirque du Soleil – Varekai

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A young man falls from the sky into a captivating forest inhabited by whimsical and enchanted creatures. Hence, begins Varekai, the Romanov word for “gypsy.” An adventure into the extraordinary, Varekai is a tribute to the nomadic soul, the world of wanderers; a sensuous presentation of life reinvented.

Ella Fitzgerald was jazz royalty, known for her scat and swinging style. This special tribute presents her original big band arrangements by the likes of Count Basie, Billy Strayhorn and Benny Carter. The Smithsonian Jazz Masterworks Orchestra comes together with regional musicians and features New York Voices co-founder Kim Nazarian.

MAY 4

MAY 17

MAY 2–4

Wings Over the Rockies Museum

Washington & 27th Streets

Colorado Symphony Orchestra at Boettcher Concert Hall

Bring out your best Star Wars costume and join Star Wars fans for a family event tailored to the youngest and oldest Jedi!

Denver’s jazz community is a treasure chest of acclaimed artists. Come hear them perform and join the best block party in Denver!

Elaborate, lush and lyrical, Korngold’s Violin Concerto is famous for its neo-Romantic loveliness as well as its history. Symphony No. 7 by Mahler adds the finishing touch to this evocative and powerful evening.

MAY 5–JUNE 14

MAY 17–18

Curious Theater

The Fort Restaurant, Morrison

In this dark comedy, an actress shows up hours late for an audition. The ensuing encounter becomes a game of cat-and-mouse. The stakes become erotic – and dangerous.

This intriguing market spotlights the top 50 Native American artists in the nation. Dancing and drumming competitions add to the festive celebration!

MAY 11

MAY 23

Boulder Theater, Boulder

This ballet by Leo Delibes takes its lead from the school of comedia del arte. Innovatively choreographed, it tells the story of an eccentric inventor, love and mischief included.

Colorado Symphony – A Night at Woodstock Experience perhaps the most famous event in rock history, up close and personal, and through the translations of the Colorado Symphony.

MAY 30

Newman Center

Colorado Symphony Orchestra at Boettcher Concert Hall

Beethoven’s Triple Concerto by the CSO From Stravinsky to Vai

MAY 16–8

Porgy & Bess Suite Colorado Symphony Orchestra at Boettcher Concert Hall

Take a trip to Catfish Row, home to the cast of characters who populate Gershwin’s beloved folk opera, Porgy and Bess.

MAY 3–11

Carmen Ellie Caulkins Opera House

Paramount Theatre

MAY 14

The Colorado Symphony performs, Maestro Andrew Litton joining Concertmaster Yumi Hwang Williams and Principal Cellist Silver Ainomae as soloists in Beethoven’s majestic work.

Colorado Symphony

Indian Market & Powwow

Opera Colorado

Coppelia

Litton Conducts Mahler

An adventurous evening with acclaimed rock guitarist/classical composer Steve Vai, who explores music in its many surprising combinations. This is a great program for all music lovers!

MAY 30

Denver Outlaws vs. Charlotte Hounds Sports Authority Field at Mile High

Major league Lacrosse offers something different in professional sports! The affordable, non-stop action is perfect for the entire family.

George Bizet’s famous opera tells the story of the gypsy girl, Carmen, and the havoc she wreaks upon Don José, a naïve soldier as she plays him and the suave toreador Escamillo for fools. As with any good opera, it doesn’t end well.

MAY 16–18

Joan Marcus / The Denver Center

Venus in Fur

5 Points Jazz Festival

once

Buell Theatre

Straight from its Tony Award as this year’s best musical, once tells the story of an Irish musician and a Czech immigrant drawn together by their shared love of music and each other.

MAY 23–25 Doug Hamilton / The Denver Center

Star Wars at the Hangar

American Idiot Buell Theatre

Based on Green Day’s groundbreaking rock opera, this daring new musical tells the story of three lifelong friends, forced to choose between their dreams and the safety of suburbia.

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SPORTS APRIL 4

Iron Horse Bicycle Classic

Durango, CO

The first pitch will fly toward home plate at 2:10 p.m. on Friday, April 4, followed by a 6:10 p.m. Saturday game and the final in the 3-day series on Sunday at 2:10 p.m. Vying for a 3-day sweep of the Diamondbacks, Coors Field will be a purple haze of Rockies fans. Baseball fans from anywhere can thrill to the pristine setting of the retro-style stadium in the heart of Denver’s LoDo District. There is nothing like a sunny Colorado sky, Rocky Dog in hand and a fresh lemonade or favorite microbrew coming down the aisle toward you. PLAY BALL! Tickets: 303.762.5437 (ROCKIES) or at Rockies.com/tickets.

DENVER NUGGETS BASKETBALL

COLORADO ROCKIES BASEBALL All home games at Coors Field APR 4–6 VS. ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS APR 7–9 VS. CHICAGO WHITE SOX APR 18–20 VS. PHILADELPHIA PHILLIES APR 21–23 VS. SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS MAY 1–4 VS. NY METS MAY 5–6 VS. TEXAS RANGERS MAY 16–18 VS. SAN DIEGO PADRES MAY 20–22 VS. SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS

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All home games at The Pepsi Center MAR 3 VS. MINNESOTA TIMBERWOLVES MAR 5 VS. DALLAS MAVERICKS MAR 7 VS. LOS ANGELES LAKERS MAR 17 VS. LOS ANGELES CLIPPERS MAR 19 VS. DETROIT PISTONS MAR 23 VS. WASHINGTON WIZARDS MAR 28 VS. SAN ANTONIO SPURS MAR 31 VS. MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES APR 2 VS. NEW ORLEANS PELICANS APR 9 VS. HOUSTON ROCKETS APR 12 VS. UTAH JAZZ APR 16 VS. GOLDEN STATE WARRIORS

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Colorado Rockies Opening Day vs. Arizona Diamondbacks

MAY 24–26

Coors Field

The Iron Horse Bicycle Classic is Colorado’s oldest, largest and most anticipated non-sanctioned bicycle race. The challenge was born over a century ago by a dare between two brothers who raced each other on bicycles from Durango to Silverton, Colorado. Forty-three years ago, bike enthusiasts made it official and debuted a bike race of unparalleled excitement and difficulty. This 47-mile race may not sound like much until you find yourself gaining 6,700 feet in total climbing, cresting two of the steepest mountain passes in Colorado and ending with a careening descent into the mining town of Silverton. Non-sanctioned, anyone can race — if you have the nerve. Spectators are welcome. Whether watching or peddling, this is an unforgettable way to spend Memorial Day Weekend! Registration is $90 per person with a 200 racer limit.

For full details, please visit ironhorsebicycleclassic.com.

COLORADO AVALANCHE HOCKEY

COLORADO MAMMOTH LACROSSE

All home games at The Pepsi Center MAR 2 VS. TAMPA BAY LIGHTNING MAR 8 VS. ST. LOUIS BLUES MAR 10 VS. WINNIPEG JETS MAR 12 VS. CHICAGO BLACKHAWKS MAR 14 VS. ANAHEIM DUCKS MAR 21 VS. BOSTON BRUINS MAR 27 VS. VANCOUVER CANUCKS MAR 29 VS. SAN JOSE SHARKS APR 3 VS. NEW YORK RANGERS APR 6 VS. PITTSBURGH PENGUINS

All home games at The Pepsi Center MAR 8 VS. CALGARY ROUGHNECKS MAR 29 VS. PHILADELPHIA WINGS APR 11 VS. EDMONTON RUSH

EVENTS MARCH 1 Keb’ Mo’ (Blues) Boulder Theater

MARCH 22 Jennifer Nettles (Country) Paramount Theatre

APRIL 16 Paco Pena & Eliot Fisher (Flamenco) Newman Center

MAY 8–10 Jake Johannsen (Comedy) Comedy Works Landmark

MARCH 3 Hall & Oates (Rock, R&B) 1st Bank Center

MARCH 22 Lorde (Pop Rock) Fillmore Auditorium

APRIL 17 Bobcat Goldthwait (Comedy) Comedy Works Landmark

MAY 8–10 Dana Gould (Comedy) Comedy Works Downtown

MARCH 4 Miley Cyrus (Pop Rock) The Pepsi Center

MARCH 22 The Subdudes (Blues, Zydeco) Boulder Theater

APRIL 17 All Time Low (Pop Punk) Ogden Theater

MAY 10 Shpongle Live (Psychedelic) Red Rocks Amphitheater

MARCH 6 David Alan Grier (Comedy) Comedy Works Landmark

MARCH 23 Robin Thicke (R&B, Soul, Hip Hop) Fillmore Auditorium

APRIL 17–19 Josh Wolf (Comedy) Comedy Works Downtown

MAY 10 Slayer (Heavy Metal, Punk) Fillmore Auditorium

MARCH 7 Pat Metheny Unity Group (Jazz) Paramount Theatre

MARCH 23 Kevin Fitzgerald (Comedy) Comedy Works Downtown

MAY 10–11 Regina Carter (Jazz) Dazzle Jazz Club

MARCH 7-8 Christian McBride Trio (Jazz) Dazzle Jazz Club

MARCH 25 Hari Kondabolu (Comedy) Comedy Works Downtown

APRIL 19 Slightly Stoopid and Friends (Pop Rock, Reggae) Red Rocks Amphitheater

MARCH 8 ZZ Top (Rock) Paramount Theatre

MARCH 26 Chris Voth (Comedy) Comedy Works Landmark

MARCH 8 Dr. Dog (Pop Rock) Boulder Theater

MARCH 28–29 Dark Star Orchestra (Rock) Boulder Theater

MARCH 8 Galactic (Jazz, Funk) Fillmore Auditorium

MARCH 28–29 Heather McDonald (Comedy) Comedy Works Downtown

MARCH 9 Vic Alejandro (Comedy) Comedy Works Landmark

MARCH 29 St. Vincent (Rock, Jazz) Ogden Theater

MARCH 1 G-Eazy (Rap) Ogden Theater

MARCH 20 Los Lobos Fox Theatre

MARCH 13–14 Bill Charlap Trio (Jazz) Dazzle Jazz Club

APRIL 2 Bryan Kellen (Comedy) Comedy Works Landmark

MARCH 13–15 Dom Irrera (Comedy) Comedy Works Landmark

APRIL 3 Volbeat (Rock) Fillmore Auditorium

MARCH 13–16 Dan Soder (Comedy) Comedy Works Downtown

APRIL 3–5 Wendy Liebman (Comedy) Comedy Works Landmark

MARCH 14 Conspirator (Electronic) Ogden Theater

APRIL 3–5 Natasha Leggero (Comedy) Comedy Works Downtown

MARCH 15 Imagine Dragons (Pop) Pepsi Center

APRIL 5 George Strait (Country) The Pepsi Center

MARCH 15 Trapfest (Hip Hop, Club) Fillmore Auditorium

APRIL 6 Brad Mehldau (Jazz) Dazzle Jazz Club

MARCH 15 Paper Diamond (Electronic) Ogden Theater

APRIL 9–12 Colin Kane (Comedy) Comedy Works Downtown

MARCH 19 Ben Roy (Comedy) Comedy Works Downtown

APRIL 10–12 Michael McDonald (Comedy) Comedy Works Landmark

MARCH 20–22 Greg Fitzsimmons (Comedy) Comedy Works Landmark

APRIL 11 Beats Antique (Hip Hop, Jazz, Electronic) Fillmore Auditorium

MARCH 21-22 Bret Ernst (Comedy) Comedy Works Downtown

APRIL 11–12 Infamous Stringdusters (Bluegrass) Ogden Theater

MARCH 22 Cheech and Chong (Comedy) 1stBank Center

APRIL 16 Il Divo – A Muscial Affair (Operatic Pop, Classical) Bellco Theatre, Colorado Convention Center

APRIL 19 Drive by Truckers (Alternative Country/Southern Rock) Fillmore Auditorium APRIL 20 Snoop Dogg/Wiz Khalifa (Rap) Red Rocks Ampitheatre APRIL 22 Johnny Clegg (International Pop Rock) Boulder Theater APRIL 23 The Wanted (Pop Rock) Ogden Theater APRIL 23 Arcade Fire (Rock) Pepsi Center APRIL 24-26 Jay Mohr (Comedy) Comedy Works Landmark APRIL 25–26 The Glitch Mob (Electronic) Fillmore Auditorium APRIL 26 Kingston Trio (Pop) Paramount Theatre APRIL 26–27 Joe Lovano (Jazz) Dazzle Jazz Club APRIL 28 Anthony Jeselnik (Comedy) Comedy Works Downtown APRIL 29 Childish Gambino (Rap) Fillmore Auditorium APRIL 20 Stephen “Ragga” Marley (Roots Rock/Blues) The Gothic Theatre APRIL 29-30 The Bad Plus (Jazz) Dazzle Jazz Club MAY 1-4 Tommy Johnagin (Comedy) Comedy Works Downtown MAY 2 Ellie Goulding (Pop/Rock) Red Rocks Amphitheater MAY 7 Russell Howard (Comedy) Comedy Works Downtown

MAY 11 Doug Benson (Comedy) Comedy Works Downtown MAY 13 Nickel Creek (Bluegrass) 1stBank Center MAY 14 NEEDTOBREATHE with Foy Vance (Acoustic Rock) Fillmore Auditorium MAY 14 Steve Gastineau (Comedy) Comedy Works Landmark MAY 15-17 John Heffron (Comedy) ComedyWorks Landmark MAY 15-17 Iliaz Shlesinger (Comedy) Comedy Works Downtwon MAY 16 Global Dub Fest Featuring Krewella (EDM) Red Rocks Amphitheater MAY 17 Gramatik (Electronic, Hip Hop) Red Rocks Amphitheatre MAY 17 Morrissey (Alternative Rock) Ellie Caulkins Opera House MAY 21-24 Run Funches (Comedy) Comedy Works Downtown MAY 28 Cher (Pop Rock) The Pepsi Center MAY 28-29 OneRepublic (Soft Rock, R&B) Red Rocks Amphitheater MAY 29-31 Andrew Santino (Comedy) Comedy Works Downtown MAY 30 Lindsey Stirling (Pop) 1stBank Center MAY 30 Juan Gabriel (Latin Pop) Pepsi Center MAY 30 KBPI’s Low Dough Show: All That Remains & more (Rock, Heavy Metal) Fillmore Auditorium MAY 30-31 Bassnectar Red Rocks

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A restaurant inspired but the street foods of Asia, serving Thai, Chinese, Japanese, malaysian and Vietnamese favorites.

Located in the heart of the DTC area at the a restaurant inspired by the street foods of asia, serving thai, chinese, japanese, malaysian and vietnamese favorites shops of the Vallag located in the heart of the dtc in the shops at the vallagio east of dry creek & I-25 open daily lunch m-f 11am-3pm dinner 3pm-10pm daily happy hour 3pm-6pm 1/2 price wine monday night check out our cooking classes the 2nd saturday of every month

“a godsend for diners in the denver tech center… a worthwhile destination for the rest of us” -denver post “chef mary nguyen has created a winner with street kitchen asian bistro” -5280 www.streetkitchenasianbistro.com

10111 inverness main street englewood 80112

303.799.9800

EATERY • BAKERY • MARKET INSPIRED BY THE MARKETS AND CAFÉS THAT DOT THE EUROPEAN COUNTRYSIDE, OLIVE & FINCH DRAWS ON THE TRADITION OF LOCAL, HANDCRAFTED, FRESH FOOD PREPARED DAILY.

OPEN DAILY 7AM - 10PM

At Olive & Finch you’ll find a marketplace and café serving organic chef-prepared cuisine that’s fast and convenient.

Fresh baked pastries, a full coffee bar, fresh-pressed juices, artisan sandwiches, hearty soups, tasty salads and a variety of prepared foods in our marketplace are available to-go for those folks that keep a busy life. We are committed to making our food from scratch using organic & locally grown produce, & all natural, sustainable meats & dairy whenever possible.

WE AIM TO INSPIRE YOUR TASTE BUDS, CONVENIENTLY PROVIDE YOU WITH A WHOLESOME MEAL, SPARK YOUR MORNING AND EASE YOU INTO YOUR EVENING! “Denver’s Most Anticipated Fall Restaurant Openings”

303•832•8663 ONE MILE EAST OF DOWNTOWN LOCATED ON RESTAURANT ROW CORNER OF 17TH AVE. & FRANKLIN ST.

1552 E. 17TH AVE. • DENVER, CO 80218

parallel seventeen

contemporary french-vietnamese bistro

one mile east of downtown located on restaurant row corner of 17th ave & franklin st open for bottomless brunch: 11am-3pm m-f 9am-3pm sat & sun dinner: 3pm-10pm sun-thurs 3pm-11pm fri & sat daily happy hour 3pm-6pm

“parallel seventeen slips effortlessly between culinary traditions and time periods”

1/2 price wine night on tuesdays

- westword

“using authentic ingredients and techniques, nguyen clarifies vietnamese flavors without losing integrity of the dish”

- 5280

“stopped in mid-chew and uttered a heartfelt ‘wow...’ don’t miss oxtail pho and ginger and coconut encrusted calamari”

- denver post

www.parallelseventeen.com

1600 east 17th ave, denver, 80218

303.399.0988

DINING

1515 Restaurant A Denver mainstay, owner Gene Tang and his staff take Modern American Cuisine into the stratosphere at 1515. They cook what they love. Chefs Garren Teich and Jonas Halstead create intimate menus with a nod to molecular gastronomy and the sous-vide technique. Housed in an historic building, the vintage setting is perfect for any special night out on the town or simply a dinner among friends. Their wine list has repeatedly won Wine Spectator’s “Award of Excellence.”

1515 Market Street 303-571-0011 1515restaurant.com

ACORN

Reilly, Beast + Bottle is considered a new kid on the block, and an amazingly successful one at that.

Just blocks from Denver’s city center, Beast + Bottle has raised the bar on the “farm to fork” genre of cuisine. They work with ranchers, farmers and other purveyors, offering unique cuts of meat prepared in their in-house butchery, and organic ingredients.

Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner, Beast + Bottle offers a delicious adventure in dining in a friendly, comfortable setting.

719 E. 17th St. 303-623-3223 beastandbottle.com

BITTERSWEET

This award-winning restaurant offers artisanal cuisine steeped Chef/owner Steven Redzikowski serves up contemporary American in old-world traditions. From handmade breads, tempting cuisine in this innovative new epicurean marketplace located in pastas and creative desserts, to produce grown in on-site the River North (RiNo) District. gardens, every aspect of its dining Housed in a reclaimed 1880’s experience blends authentic foundry, the atmosphere is as flavors with local ingredients. innovative as the food. Co-owner Bryan Dayton delivers fabulous 500 E. Alameda Ave. cocktails, artisan wines and beers. 303.942.0320 3350 Brighton Blvd 720.542.3721 denveracorn.com

bittersweetdenver.com

BAROLO GRILL This Denver favorite features a seasonal menu showcasing authentic northern Italian dishes with locally sourced ingredients.

The spectacular wine cellar at this award-winning eatery includes a large collection of Barolo wines.

3030 E. 6th Ave. 303.393.1040 barologrilldenver.com

BEAST + BOTTLE Owned by siblings Chef Paul C. Reilly and House Manager Aileen

artifacts while enjoying some of Denver’s best beef steak, or get adventurous with some wild game, like elk, yak or ostrich steaks.

1000 Osage St. 303.534.9505 buckhorn.com

THE CAPITAL GRILLE Be wined, dined and dazzled by relaxed elegance and exceptional cuisine. With an intimate dining room and sophisticated bar, this is the perfect setting for lively afternoons and relaxed evenings.

Enjoy a renowned dry-aged steak and one of 5,000 wines from the award-winning wine list.

1450 Larimer St. 303.539.2500 thecapitalgrille.com

CHART HOUSE Exquisite cuisine and a spectacular view of the Denver area top the list at this long-standing local favorite. Located just half an hour from downtown Denver, it features an impressive selection of mouthwatering entrées, wines, cocktails and decadent desserts.

25908 Genesee Trail Rd. Golden, CO 80401 303.526.9813 chart-house.com

CHOLON MODERN ASIAN BISTRO

Buckhorn Exchange

BUCKHORN EXCHANGE Founded in 1893, Buckhorn Exchange boasts a colorful history reflected in its food and décor. Take in the Old West

Named after the largest market in Saigon, this historic LoDo restaurant offers a creative spin on traditional Asian dishes along with handcrafted cocktails that enhance the vibrant flavors. The large projection screen in the lounge makes ChoLon a suitable location for business meetings and presentations.

1555 Blake St., Ste. 101 303.353.5223 cholon.com/denver

Colt & Gray

COLT & GRAY Enjoy everything from juicy burgers and beer to delectable lobster dishes complemented by vintage wines at this cozy local pub. The classic setting is augmented by the affordability of a neighborhood restaurant that prides itself on superior food and service.

1553 Platte St., No. 120 303.477.1447 coltandgray.com

COOL RIVER CAFÉ With a warm, casually elegant ambiance, Cool River Café offers a dining experience that caters to all the senses. Savor American classics including sizzling steaks and tasty seafood recipes while enjoying happy hour and martini specials. Visit Cool River for lunch, dinner, cocktails or brunch.

8000 E. Belleview Ave., Ste. C10 303.771.4117 coolrivercafe.com

COOHILLS With a focus on local, regional, and farm-fresh ingredients, this LoDo hotspot invites you to relax in its uniquely modern, European setting. Enjoy crudo salads, cheese or salumi selections or warm cassoulets served before, during or even after plates of pasta, fresh seafood, grilled or smoked meats, and locally grown vegetables. You can pull up to the community D E N V E R H OT E L M A G A Z I N E

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DINING table, tuck in at your own intimate table or enjoy the outdoor terrace for a spirited drink.

1400 Wewatta St. 303.623.5700 coohills.com

THE CURTIS CLUB Chef Eric Johnson has designed a menu that appeals to every taste, presented in a cool urban setting that is a bit off the beaten path for locals. Entrees are meticulously prepared to look as inviting as they taste, and are a far cry from your standard club fare.

Make sure to check out the décor – original, fun and interesting.

DUO RESTAURANT This farm-to-table treasure is tucked away in one of Denver’s hippest neighborhoods and offers a relaxed and unassuming environment. A word of advice: Save room for dessert. Yasmin Lozada-Hissom, Duo’s renowned pastry chef, presents magical treats to top off any meal.

2413 W. 32nd Ave. 303.477.4141 duodenver.com

8100 E. Orchard Rd. Greenwood Village, CO 80111 303.796.0100 delfriscos.com

DENVER CHOPHOUSE & BREWERY Located downtown in the historic Union Pacific Building adjacent to Coors Field, this venerable restaurant is perfect for all occasions. It features an extensive wine collection, handcrafted beers brewed on-site, plus a weekend brunch happy hour and a celebrated menu.

1735 19th St. 303.296.0800 denverchophouse.com

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THE FORT Euclid Hall

EUCLID HALL BAR & KITCHEN Located in historic Euclid Hall, this American tavern specializes in fine cocktails, craft beers and innovative, high-quality pub food from around the world. The eatery is a convenient location for Pepsi Center attendees, LoDo club-goers and Denver Center for the Performing Arts patrons.

FLAGSTAFF HOUSE RESTAURANT Duo

Taking traditional cues from its Western roots, this classic steakhouse features an intimate atmosphere and the finest in chef-driven cuisine. Enjoy the prime steaks, seafood, veal, lamb and lobster tails. Make sure to sample the exceptional wine cellar and premium cigars.

1513 Wynkoop St. 303.623.9600 fogodechao.com

1317 14th St. 303.595.4255 euclidhall.com

2100 Curtis Street 720.420.9898 thecurtisclub.com

DEL FRISCO’S DOUBLE EAGLE STEAK HOUSE

savory meats are prepared over pits of open fire, infusing them with delicious flavor.

EDGE RESTAURANT This steakhouse at the Four Seasons brings Colorado’s best local ingredients to the heart of downtown Denver. Enjoy a sleek dining room experience with wood-grilled steak or sample the juicy Kobe sliders at the bar.

1111 14th St. 303.389.3343 edgerestaurantdenver.com

This 1929 cabin built into a mountainside at 6,000 feet offers breathtaking views of Boulder and surrounding wildlife. The family-owned restaurant is an excellent dining experience featuring a 12,000-bottle wine cellar, exquisite French-American cuisine and impeccable service.

1138 Flagstaff Rd. Boulder, CO 80302 303.442.4640 flagstaffhouse.com

ELWAY’S CHERRY CREEK 2500 E. 1st Ave., Unit 101 303.399.5353 ELWAY’S DOWNTOWN 1881 Curtis St. 303.312.3107 elways.com

19192 Colorado 8 Morrison, CO 80465 303.697.4771 thefort.com

FRASCA Named after friendly, informal gathering places in the FriuliVenezia-Giulia region of northeast Italy, Frasca features exquisitely prepared fare and a comprehensive wine list boasting more than 200 varieties. Warm, welcoming and unpretentious, it is the perfect destination for impromptu gatherings, casual dinners and special occasions.

1738 Pearl St. Boulder, CO 80302 303.442.6966 frascafoodandwine.com

FRUITION

ELWAY’S With two locations in central Denver (and two more in Vail and DIA), this is the ideal setting for any occasion. The menu boasts USDA hand-cut prime steaks, finfish, crustaceans and fresh seasonal dishes. Come for breakfast, brunch, lunch or dinner and enjoy an outstanding meal that is uniquely Colorado.

Sample a tantalizing selection of old and new cuisine from the early West, including beef, buffalo, wild game and seafood at this awardwinning restaurant. Featured in Bon Appétit, The Fort reportedly sells more buffalo steaks than any other independently owned restaurant in the country.

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FOGO DE CHAO The original Fogo de Chao opened in southern Brazil, and still is acclaimed for its delectable slow-roasted meats prepared by Brazilian-trained churrasqueiros, great service, award-winning wine list and gourmet salads. The

Chef Alex Siedel, named one of Food & Wine’s best new chefs of 2010, creates a seasonal menu of sophisticated comfort food using only the highest quality, local ingredients. Fruition’s symphony of mood, service and cuisine reflect a grace that elevates this dining experience to a new level.

1313 E. 6th Ave. 303.831.1962 fruitionrestaurant.com

GO FISH In the heart of the trendy blocks of Broadway, just minutes from downtown, Go Fish offers creative

Asian appetizers, entrees, noodle and rice specialties. The sushi and sashimi are innovative and delicious and great for vegetarians.

The contemporary interior is a perfect blend of eclectic and chic.

1 Broadway 303-733-8881 gofishdenver.com

HAPA SUSHI GRILL & SAKE BAR

Andrea Frizzi prepares dishes inspired by northern Italian recipes at Il Posto. The resident sommelier selects the perfect wine for any meal. And the everchanging menu features local organic produce and meats, along with fresh seafood flown in daily.

II POSTO Glance into the open-air kitchen as Milanese chef and owner

6955 S. York St. Centennial, CO 80122 303.730.7200 ivyattheglenn.com

2011 E. 17th Ave. 303.394.0100 ilpostodenver.com

Hapa’s menu reflects a harmonious blend of Asian and American cultures. Traditional Japanese cooking fundamentals are amplified, muted or mixed with other styles to create something completely new and different. Multiple locations.

2780 E. 2nd Ave. 303.322.9554 hapasushi.com

Footer’s Restaurant and Baur’s Ristorante, and combines classic comfort food with a warm, inviting ambiance.

IVY AT THE GLENN This is a great addition to southeast Denver’s restaurant scene. It features a new concept, developed by the founder of

and refreshing cocktails in an understated, upscale ambiance.

1518 S. Pearl St. 303.777.0691 izakayaden.net

JING

Izakaya Den

Ivy At The Glenn

DINING

IZAKAYA DEN A popular Japanese gastropub with global cuisine, their tapas-style menu features traditional Japanese plates and dishes inventively infused with international flavor. The creative spin on sushi offers delicious rolls

This is an elegant Modern Chinese restaurant which stretches the margins of traditional Chinese fare. Specializing in Asian-fusion, the seafood and small plates are especially remarkable. Don’t miss the ultra-chic cocktail lounge, featuring a mesmerizing ambience with extraordinary specialty drinks.

Located in Landmark Square, just minutes from major Denver Tech Center office parks and hotels, Jing is open 7 days a week.

5370 Greenwood Plaza Blvd.

303-779-6888 jingrestaurant.com

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THE KITCHEN

2364 E. 3rd Ave. 303-316-8888 littleolliescherrycreek.com

Enjoy the spirit of the family kitchen in this neighborhood restaurant. This spot serves exceptional contemporary American cuisine with local, organic ingredients and is deeply committed to eco-friendly practices and the community.

BOULDER 1039 Pearl St. Boulder, CO 80302 303.544.5973 DENVER 1530 16th St. 303.623.3127 thekitchencommunity.com

LINGER The vibrant international cuisine at Linger reflects a broad farmto-table sensibility with a spin on traditional ethnic eats. Design elements create a purposeful contradiction, featuring reclaimed boxcar floors, a Lite Brite bar top and infinity windows with incredible views of downtown Denver.

2020 W. 30th Ave. 303.993.3120 lingerdenver.com

LOLA MEXICAN FISH HOUSE Just a scenic stroll or a few minutes cab ride from downtown, Lola Mexican Fish House offers everything from custom guacamole mixed tableside to a varied array of remarkable, fresh entrees reminiscent of coastal Mexico. Patio seating, terrific weekend brunch and tantalizing cocktails are also a part of what makes Lola Mexican Fish House the place to be.

1575 Boulder Street 720-570-8686 loladenver.com

LUCA D’ITALIA Zagat once named this bistro the top Italian restaurant in the western United States. The food is lovingly prepared, thoughtfully served and thoroughly enjoyed.

A seasonally changing menu features Sicilian-style meats, pastas, breads and cheeses all prepared fresh in-house.

711 Grant St. 303.832.6600 lucadenver.com

of old recipes, unique food combinations and a stellar wine list for lunch and dinner.

sandwiches, soups and salads, made from scratch using organic and locally sourced produce.

225 E. 7th Ave. 303.832.4778 mizunadenver.com

1552 E. 17th Ave. 303.832.8663 oliveandfincheatery.com

MORTON’S STEAK HOUSE

OSTERIA MARCO

This popular steakhouse serves the finest quality beef, fresh seafood, handpicked produce, delicious appetizers and elegant desserts. Adjacent to many of Denver’s top venues, it is the perfect destination for an exceptional dining experience or bar bites before the big game.

With classic hand-tossed Italian pizza, an extensive and accessible wine selection, housecrafted meats and cheeses and rustic elegance, this restaurant is classic osteria. This playful little brother of the high-end Luca d’Italia continues the tradition of quality and impeccable service.

1710 Wynkoop St. 303.825.3353 mortons.com/denver

1453 Larimer St. 303.534.5855 osteriamarco.com

OCEAN PRIME

PALACE ARMS

With a passion for delivering an extraordinary experience to each guest, this restaurant serves the highest-quality steak and seafood, handcrafted cocktails and award-winning wines. Executive chef teams traveled, tasted and compared notes to refine a menu that surpasses expectations.

Located in the Brown Palace Hotel, this award-winning restaurant blends contemporary American cuisine with an exceptional wine selection.

Signature items include a tableside Caesar salad, seared Colorado bison steak and other creative, contemporary and traditional dishes.

1465 Larimer St. 303.825.3663 oceanprimedenver.com

OLD MAJOR When a restaurant prides itself

McCORMICK’S FISH HOUSE & BAR on serving sustainable cuisine,

Linger

LITTLE OLLIE’S The big sister to Jing, Little Ollie’s has been voted the best Chinese food in Denver by newspapers and magazines for the past 11 years of their 17-year history. MSG-free, Chinese made fresh is their stamp of excellence; the Peking duck a highlight.

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Demonstrating culinary excellence, McCormick’s menu features seafood from the Pacific, Atlantic and Gulf of Mexico.

Products are sourced from local ranches, farms and wineries to showcase regionally inspired dishes. Stop by and enjoy awardwinning happy hour specials.

1659 Wazee St. 303.825.1107 mccormickandschmicks.com

MIZUNA One of the top-rated restaurants in the country, Mizuna gives its chefs a wide creative berth when it comes to the monthly changing menu. Sample new versions

that definition can be all over the board. Not so at Old Major, a venue that cures its farm-raised meats in-house, serves sustainable seafood and sources ingredients from local farms. An experience in contemporary farmhouse cuisine.

3316 Tejon Street 720.420.0622 oldmajordenver.com

OLIVE + FINCH For a delicious alternative to a heavy meal, Olive & Finch is inspired by European cafes that excel in locally handcrafted, fresh food. This charming marketplace and eatery serves sublime fresh-baked pastries, artisan

321 17th St. 303.297.3111 brownpalace.com/dining/palace-arms

THE PALM RESTAURANT This fashionable restaurant maintains the same standards the original Palm set so many years ago. It features honest, satisfying dishes that reflect an American heritage, from steaks and lobsters to a variety of Italian classics. The signature cocktails and awardwinning wine list complement the menu perfectly.

1672 Lawrence St. 303.825.7256 thepalm.com/denver

PANZANO Decorated chef Elise Wiggins offers excellent contemporary northern Italian cuisine. Each handmade dish is unique and made with local, organic,

sustainable ingredients. An award-winning wine list features hand-selected pairings that will please even the most discriminating palate.

909 17th St. 303.296.3525 panzano-denver.com

PAPPADEAUX SEAFOOD KITCHEN This restaurant is all about fresh seafood and bold New Orleans flavors. Even Louisiana natives consider this one of the best places to get Cajun cuisine away from home. With friendly service and a lively atmosphere, the only thing more authentic than the dishes is the Southern hospitality.

7520 E. Progress Ave. Greenwood Village, CO 80111 303.740.9449 pappadeaux.com

RACINE’S This has been one of the area’s favorite dining spots for everything from breakfast to late night since opening in 1983.

Serving a tried-and-true mix of award-winning American and Mexican cuisine, Racine’s is also gluten-free. It is located between the Cherry Creek area and downtown Denver.

650 Sherman St. 303.595.0418 racinesrestaurant.com

RESTAURANT KEVIN TAYLOR AT THE HOTEL TEATRO Using only the freshest ingredients, this top-rated bistro creates elegant dishes of substance, fusing French, American Southwest and Asian Rim cuisine. Sample from among 900 wines and enjoy an evening at what Zagat called one of America’s Top 25 Hotel Restaurants in 2011.

1106 14th St. 303.820.2600 ktrg.net

Pappadeaux Seafood Kitchen

PARALLEL SEVENTEEN Named for the parallel that divides north from south Vietnam, this hip, bustling bistro boasts culinary surprises on a daily basis. From award-winning Benedicts at brunch to Chinese sausage-stuffed quail, the food here will amaze the foodie in you.

1600 E. 17th St. 303.399.0988 parallelseventeen.com

RIALTO CAFÉ Taking its name from an old movie theater, Rialto Café offers diners a variety of contemporary takes on classic American dishes, expertly prepared. Enjoy affordable fare in Old Hollywood– style at a restaurant featuring a heated patio and two happy hours.

934 16th St. 303.893.2233 rialtocafe.com

Rioja offers pure food and bright flavors. With a wine list that offers fun, interesting varietals and a menu that features plenty of vegetarian options, this spot is consistently rated among the top restaurants in Denver.

1431 Larimer St. 303.820.2282 riojadenver.com

ROOT DOWN The Root Down credo is that food should be sensational, igniting all the senses to create a full dining experience.

Following a field to fork mentality, food is as organic, natural and local, as possible, and menus are globally influenced and inspired.

1600 W. 33rd Avenue 303.993.4200 ROOT DOWN DIA Concourse C at Denver Int’l. Airport 303.342.6959 rootdowndenver.com

RUTH’S CHRIS The Ruth’s Chris Steak House legacy began more than 40 years ago, when Ruth Fertel mortgaged her home to purchase “Chris Steak House,” a 60-seat restaurant located in New Orleans. The Denver restaurant, newly relocated near the Convention Center, is a goto destination for serious steak enthusiasts.

707 15th Street 303-825-0713 ruthschris.com

DINING SHANAHAN’S Former Denver Broncos head coach Mike Shanahan’s famed Lombardi trophies are proudly displayed at Shanahan’s, but the exceptional menu of prime-aged steaks, fresh seafood and signature cocktails is the real attraction.

5085 S. Syracuse St. 303.770.7300 shanahanssteakhouse.com

SPUNTINO Located in the bustling Highlands area, Spuntino serves seasonal Italian-inspired cooking from executive chef John Broening and desserts from pastry chef Yasmin Lozada-Hissom. The menu features fresh ingredients from local farms, sustainably raised seafood, locally sourced meats and housemade pastas and breads.

2639 W. 32nd Ave. 303.433.0949 spuntinodenver.com

Spuntino

SQUEAKY BEAN The space itself is totally cool: great art combined with an ohso-contemporary vibe, offset by lines from song lyrics that spring up in unexpected places. Chef Scott Parker truly has created a wonderful blend of small plates and large, that can be enjoyed and relished in “sessions.”

The name is as playful as The Squeaky Bean concept, which is to take flavor and presentation seriously, but leave plenty of room for fun and inventiveness.

The restaurant features an everchanging menu of seasonal fare, and the majority of the produce and herbs are grown organically in the restaurant’s own gardens.

1518 S. Pearl St. 720.763.3387 sessionkitchen.com

1500 Wynkoop Street (303) 623-2665 thesqueakybean.net

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POTAGER Patrons partake in the excitement of vegetables fresh from the earth, fruit right off the branch and fish straight from the sea.

Cuisine is determined largely by the availability of ingredients that meet Potager’s high standards of quality and eco-friendliness.

RIOJA

1109 Ogden Ave. 303.832.5788 potagerrestaurant.com

Featuring a menu inspired

by Mediterranean food and influenced by local ingredients,

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DINING SUSHI DEN Regarded as one of the premier sushi and Japanese restaurants in the U.S. since the mid ’80s, this popular spot continues to set a standard for high-quality cuisine.

With its own pesticide-free farm for produce, plus seafood flown in from Japan, Sushi Den leads Denver restaurants in quality.

1487 S. Pearl St. 303.777.0826 sushiden.net

Sushi Den

TABLE 6 This classic bistro offers a warm and inviting atmosphere. Culinary mastery is evidenced in each succulent dish, delivered with elegant style and grace. His nightly fare is complemented by a dynamic wine list created by owner and sommelier Aaron Forman.

609 Corona St. 303.831.8800 table6denver.com

TABLES Owners and chefs Amy Vitale and Dustin Barrett transformed this spot into a cozy, eclectic restaurant with personality and charm. The creative New American cuisine and friendly service at Tables are bright spots. Menus are regularly updated to feature the freshest seasonal ingredients.

2267 Kearney St. 303.388.0299 tablesonkearney.com

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cross-cultural culinary adventure.

Guard’s playful cuisine, described as Continental Social Food, melds classic and contemporary styles in a chic urban atmosphere to inspire a sense of community among friends. The menu is unconstrained by national boundaries, drawing from Chef Guard’s Hawaiian rearing and his travels in Asia and Latin America.

VESTA DIPPING GRILL

1441 Larimer Street 303.996.9985 tag-restaurant.com

1822 Blake St. 303.296.1970 vestagrill.com

Named for the goddess of the hearth, Vesta features chef Matt Selby’s world-grill cuisine in the form of more than 30 housemade dipping sauces, chutneys, salsas, mojos and aiolis, as well as a seasonally changing menu. This award-winning restaurant boasts a sensual ambiance, placing it at the top of Denver foodies’ lists.

TRINITY GRILLE Relax in this retreat tailor-made for the business traveler in downtown Denver. Just across from the Brown Palace Hotel, the Grille is a local staple with an inviting atmosphere. It offers a variety of appetizers, soups and salads and a full menu of fresh seafood, savory steaks and sandwiches.

1801 Broadway 303.293.3228 trinitygrille.com

TWELVE RESTAURANT With a new menu each month, this inviting, intimate haven of culinary excellence specializes in creative modern American fare. Open for dinner only, it’s the perfect place for relaxation and deliciously crafted fare after a long business day or for celebrating a romantic occasion.

Willie G’s

WILLIE G’S SEAFOOD & STEAKS An upscale seafood and steak restaurant with a loyal following, this downtown hotspot enjoys a national reputation. Enjoy lunch, dinner or fabulous happy hour specials in a comfortably chic atmosphere.

1585 Lawrence St. 303.575.9000 williegs.com

VENICE RISTORANTE

1700 Wynkoop St. 303.534.2222 veniceristorante.com

8310 E. Belleview Ave. Greenwood Village, CO 80111 303.741.1110 yayasbistro.com

Z CUISINE BISTROT The authentic Parisian eatery is located just minutes from LoDo. It offers a daily blackboard menu featuring genuine French fare made with the best local, organic ingredients. For the full French experience, visit the authentic, on-site absinthe bar.

2239 W. 30th Ave. 303.477.1111 zcuisineonline.com

2233 Larimer St. 303.293.0287 twelverestaurant.com

Enjoy a five-star Venetian dining experience at the three Venice ristorantes (including Venice DTC and Chianti DTC) with the highest of culinary expertise.

Enjoy monthly wine dinners, private dining for an event, catering services or a delectable five-course meal. You’ll be amazed by the impeccable service and exquisite authentic Italian cuisine.

occasions. The menu changes daily to ensure the freshest and best quality seafood, steaks, chops and other exquisite entrées.

Ya Ya’s

YA YA’S Treat your taste buds to a tour of Europe without the expensive airfare. This lovely bistro caters to the casual diner, with room for business meetings and special

SAVE THE DATE

GRAND OPENING OF THE NEW

637 E. Hyman Avenue, Aspen aspenartmuseum.org/newbuilding

Complete your night on the town overlooking the city.

There’s no place in Denver quite like it. Appetizers, desserts and a view.

Choose a Colorado cocktail or from an extensive selection of wines by the glass.

Open from 4:00 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and from 3:00 p.m. Friday and Saturday.

Located on the 27th floor of the AAA 4-Diamond Hyatt Regency Denver.

Hyatt. You’re More Than Welcome.

hyatt regency denver AT COLORADO COnvenTiOn CenTeR 650 Fifteenth Street, Denver, CO 80202, USA T: +303 486 4433 peakslounge.com

SHOPPING

16th STREET MALL

Barn, The Gap, Apple, See’s Candies, Hot Mama, Ted’s Montana Grill and more.

Built in 1982, the 16th Street Mall is a tree-lined, pedestrian promenade that runs through the center of downtown. Lined with outdoor cafés, shops and restaurants, the mall has a great family-friendly atmosphere and a vibrant nightlife. Free shuttle buses cruise the mile-long Mall seven days a week.

such as Neiman Marcus, Tiffany & Co., Burberry, Louis Vuitton and Ralph Lauren. Other favorites include Nordstrom, Hyde Park Jewelers, Apple and Coach, plus popular dining hotspots like Elway’s and Kona Grill.

7301 S. Santa Fe Dr. Littleton, CO 80120 303.794.0640 shopaspengrove.com

3000 E. 1st Ave. 303.388.3900 shopcherrycreek.com

BELMAR One of the newest destinations for shopping, dining and events, Belmar is reaching new heights in the Denver scene. Located in the beautiful suburb of Lakewood, Belmar is a trendy escape from the busy city.

Entire length of 16th Street 303.534.6161 downtowndenver.com

FLATIRONS CROSSING Cherry Creek Shopping Center

Although known locally as “Antique Row,” this eclectic mix of merchants offer the gamut, including high-quality antiques, garden supplies, fine wines, antique rugs, handcrafted picture frames, tiles, vintage lighting, custom furniture craftsmen, a host of fabulous dining and a tea room.

1100-1800 S. Broadway Denver, CO 80210 antique-row.com

ASPEN GROVE Located in Littleton, this petfriendly, open-air retail village is home to over 55 stores and restaurants, including Pottery

COLORADO MILLS

More than 350 businesses make up the Cherry Creek neighborhood representing local and national brands. Check out this retail and dining area just minutes from downtown where you will find fashion, jewelry and home furnishings, spas, salons, art galleries and restaurants.

Denver’s only indoor outlet mall features high-end shops including Coach Factory, Forever 21, Express, H&M, Saks Fifth Avenue Off 5th, Last Call by Neiman Marcus and Eddie Bauer Outlet. Great restaurants round out the mix, along with numerous entertainment options such as United Artists Theaters & IMAX, Jumpstreet and The Putting Edge.

East 1st & East 2nd Streets btwn. University Boulevard & Steel Street 303.394.2904 cherrycreeknorth.com

14500 W. Colfax Avenue Lakewood, CO 80401 303.384.3000. simon.com/mall/colorado-mills

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CHERRY CREEK NORTH

ANTIQUE ROW

Set on a rise between Boulder and Denver, Flatiron Crossing invites you to enjoy blue skies, fun restaurants and top-flight movies. Explore more than 200 fashion and specialty retailers, including Coach, Coldwater Creek, Bebe, BC Surf and Sport, Banana Republic, J. Crew, Papyrus, LOFT and many more.

One West Flatiron Crossing Broomfield, CO 80021 720.887.7467 flatironcrossing.com

GOLDEN TRIANGLE MUSEUM DISTRICT Denver’s Golden Triangle district is brimming with restaurants and culture. Within walking distance of downtown, it features more than 50 galleries, museums and specialty stores. Don’t miss free First Friday Night Art Tours every month from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. with complimentary shuttle service.

Bordered by Lincoln Street, Colfax Avenue & Speer Boulevard 720.253.2774 goldentriangleofdenver.com

Cherry Creek North

CHERRY CREEK SHOPPING CENTER The Rocky Mountain region’s premier shopping environment features more than 160 shops

Located on the 16th Street Mall in the heart of downtown, this three-story, open-air shopping center has it all: 40 shops and restaurants, bowling lanes and a movie theater. Ride the free 16th Street Mall Shuttle to your favorite retailers, including Banana Republic, Express, Forever 21 and H&M. 500 16th St. 303.260.6000 denverpavilions.com

408 S. Teller St. Lakewood, CO 80226 303.742.1520 belmarcolorado.com

16th Street Mall

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HIGHLANDS Denver Pavilions

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SHOPPING cosmopolitan Lower Highlands (LoHi), charming Highlands Square and artsy Tennyson Street.

Denver’s largest neighborhood features local and national retailers, restaurants, landmarks, art galleries and entertainment.

32nd & Lowell Streets 303.892.1112 highlands-square.com

HISTORIC DOWNTOWN GOLDEN If you want a change of pace from busy malls or more populated shopping districts, this is definitely the place to be.

With one-of-a-kind boutiques that offer all things unique, serious shoppers who want to bring back that hard-to-find gift will love this district with a flavor all its own.

Downtown Golden visitgolden.com

HISTORIC DOWNTOWN LITTLETON Visit one of the few remaining historic shopping districts along the Front Range and experience a true hometown atmosphere where people smile and take life a little slower. With more than 250 eclectic shopping, dining and entertainment options, you are certain to find just what you’re looking for.

West Main Street btwn. Santa Fe Drive & South Rio Grande Littleton, CO 80120 303.795.5006 downtownlittleton.com

LARIMER SQUARE Located in the heart of downtown, the shops at Larimer Square offer a truly distinctive selection of fashion, jewelry, gifts and home accessories for shopping connoisseurs and fashionistas of all ages.

Larimer Street btwn.14th & 15th Streets 303.534.2367 larimersquare.com

LODO Nestled between Coors Field and the Pepsi Center, LoDo is Lower Downtown’s prime destination for fun and trendy shops. The eclectic stores and hip, vibrant historic district offer everything from antiques and ranchwear to fine jewelry and eyewear.

1616 17th St. 303.628.5428 lodo.org

OLD SOUTH GAYLORD STREET One of the oldest business districts in Denver, here you can find passionate business owners who offer personal service. Old South Gaylord Street offers a variety of upscale boutiques, galleries and restaurants, as well as professional services and talented regional craftsmen.

1059 S. Gaylord St. 303.733.2670 southgaylordstreet.com

OLD SOUTH PEARL STREET This laid-back neighborhood features an eclectic mix of shops, boutiques and restaurants.

An antidote to the modern megamall, it features seasonal events year-round, one-of-a-kind stores and some of the city’s most popular nightspots.

1569 S. Pearl St. 303.892.1112 southpearlstreet.com

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With more than 150 unique shops, Olde Town Arvada has plenty of variety. Whether you’re

in the market for books, clothing, handmade jewelry, furnishings and antiques or a great restaurant, this vibrant shopping district is full of treasures.

7307 Grandview Ave. Arvada, CO 80002 303.420.6100 oldetownarvada.org

OUTLETS AT CASTLE ROCK The Outlets at Castle Rock is the largest open-air outlet center in Colorado, housing more than 100 name-brand stores, including Coach, Polo Ralph Lauren, Tommy Hilfiger, American Eagle and many more. A short drive from Denver in the town of Castle Rock, a thriving place with fun restaurants and hotspots.

5050 Factory Shops Blvd.

Castle Rock, CO 80108 303.688.4495 outletsatcastlerock.com

OUTLETS AT SILVERTHORNE Nestled in the scenic Rockies, just off I-70 on your way to the mountains, the Outlets at Silverthorne is home to three villages of impressive retail including Nike, Polo Ralph Lauren, Guess, GAP, Coach, Banana Republic, J Crew, Columbia and more. A beautiful setting for some fabulous buys.

246-V Rainbow Drive Silverthorne, CO 80498 866.746.7686 outletsatsilverthorne.com

PARK MEADOWS A unique and visually stunning retail resort, Park Meadows features fashionable stores and delectable dining choices, along with entertainment and events.

With over 165 retailers and 14 full-service restaurants, shoppers experience the classic Colorado lifestyle while enjoying the beautiful resort setting.

8401 Park Meadows Center Dr. Lone Tree, CO 80124 303.792.5384 parkmeadows.com

Park Meadows

PEARL STREET MALL A four-block pedestrian mall in Boulder, Pearl Street is home to a number of locally owned businesses and restaurants, national chains and the Boulder County Courthouse. This popular tourist destination is loaded with charm, from the fountains and gardens to the street performers.

Btwn. the 1100 & 1400 blocks of Pearl Street Boulder, CO 80302 303.892.1112 boulderdowntown.com

THE SHOPS AT NORTHFIELD STAPLETON Located just minutes from downtown, The Shops at Northfield Stapleton is a pedestrian-friendly, open-air shopping district featuring specialty shops and restaurants including Macy’s, Bass Pro Shops’ Outdoor World and Harkins Theatres 18.

8340 Northfield Blvd.

303.375.5475 northfieldstapleton.com

STREETS AT SOUTHGLENN This destination builds on the character of the surrounding neighborhood with a mix of retailers, restaurants, entertainment and services.

SouthGlenn is an unmatched upscale shopping, dining and entertainment experience.

South University Boulevard & E. Arapahoe Road Centennial, CO 80122 303.539.7141 shopsouthglenn.com

SOUTHLANDS An outdoor lifestyle center with a community plaza and four blocks of retail shops, restaurants and entertainment options, Southlands offerings include a movie theater, Barnes & Noble, Eddie Bauer, Chico’s, Coldwater Creek, The Gap, Charming Charlie, McCabe’s Irish Bistro and Pub, Sports Authority and more.

6155 Main St. Aurora, CO 80016 303.627.5000 shopsouthlands.com

VILLAGE SHOPS AT THE LANDMARK Featuring the best designers in Denver and some of the finest retailers in the world, Village Shops at the Landmark is one of the foremost shopping destinations in the city. With fabulous restaurants and the nationally renowned Landmark Theater, the Village Shops is a delight for all the senses.

Quebec Street btwn. Belleview & Orchard Greenwood Village, CO 80111 303.892.1112 visitthelandmark.com/shops.htm

SOUTHWEST PLAZA Conveniently located in southwest metro Denver, Southwest Plaza features popular retailers and restaurants such as Forever 21, BC Surf and Sport, Express, Victoria’s Secret, Target, four department stores including a Dillard’s flagship store, Panera Bread, Tokyo Joe’s, Chili’s and other shopper favorites.

8501 W. Bowles Ave. Littleton, CO 80123 303.973.7062 southwestplaza.com

Southwest Plaza

TWENTY-NINTH STREET Twenty-Ninth Street is the premier mixed-use outdoor shopping center in Boulder.

It features local and national eateries and shops, including Anthropologie, Apple, Arthaus Furniture, lululemon athletica, Sephora, California Pizza Kitchen and Nordstrom Rack.

1710 29th St. Boulder, CO 80301 303.444.0722 twentyninth.com

The second annual ArtStir Denver will exclusively showcase local and regional artists and designers with a lively blend of art, and style that is sure to “stir up” the creative lover in all of us! Featured works will include paintings, sculpture, photography, illustration, textiles, furnishings, mixed media, and locally designed goods. Bring the whole family for a weekend of art and activities!

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ART DISTRICT ON SANTA FE

from light summer shows to performances by celebrated musicians.

Home to many artists and studios, 1000 14th St., No. 15 303.623.7876 this arts district has become a coloradosymphony.org national model of success in community revitalization. The art district has cultivated a friendly, welcoming feel for both seasoned collectors and new art lovers.

801 Kalamath St. 303.868.8680 artdistrictonsantafe.com

ARVADA CENTER FOR THE ARTS With two performance venues, three galleries and a multidisciplinary arts education program, the Arvada Center can house theatrical shows, musical performances and local and touring art exhibitions.

6901 Wadsworth Blvd.

Arvada, CO 80003 720.898.7200 arvadacenter.org

The Colorado Symphony

DENVER CENTER ATTRACTIONS Denver Center Attractions provides a showcase for live theater, touring Broadway shows, acting classes for the community and more, located at the Denver Center for the Performing Arts.

1101 13th St. 303.893.4100 denvercenter.org

DENVER THEATRE DISTRICT

Colorado Ballet

COLORADO BALLET

The Denver Theatre District features a high-tech mix of public performances, art and signage.

Located along the 14th Street corridor, it’s less a district and more a giant outdoor art gallery right in the heart of downtown Denver.

511 16th St., Ste. 200 A treat for classical and modern denvertheatredistrict.com dance enthusiasts, the Colorado Ballet consists of 30 members from all over the world presenting THE GREAT OUTDOORS a variety of exciting performances.

1278 Lincoln St. 303.837.8888 coloradoballet.org

THE COLORADO SYMPHONY Performing traditional, modern and classical works, the Colorado Symphony offers year-round concerts featuring everything

CHAUTAUQUA PARK

DENVER BOTANIC GARDENS

The Chautauqua movement of the early 1900s promoted simplicity, learning and art appreciation.

That spirit lives on in this haven for cultural enrichment. Rental cottages are available at this park, one of 20 National Historic Landmarks in Colorado.

As one of the top-ranked facilities in the United States, Denver Botanic Gardens presents a wide range of grounds and stunning collections from all corners of the world.

The gardens host a popular summer concert series, water-lily competitions, tea gardens and many more attractions.

900 Baseline Rd. Boulder, CO 80302 303.442.3282 chautauqua.com

CHERRY CREEK RESERVOIR Seasoned outdoor enthusiasts and weekend warriors alike flock here.

Located just outside of Denver, it boasts exceptional fishing and water recreation. Visit the surrounding state parks to enjoy outdoor pursuits all year.

4201 S. Parker Rd. Aurora, CO 80014 303.866.3437

COLORADO STATE PARKS Colorado is home to 42 breathtaking state parks, giving visitors a variety of opportunities to experience the beauty of nature. Park activities such as hiking, camping, backpacking, snowboarding and more may be enjoyed seasonally.

1313 Sherman St. 303.866.3437 parks.state.co.us

YORK STREET & MORDECAI CHILDREN’S GARDEN 1007 York St. 720.865.3500 CHATFIELD 8500 W. Deer Creek Canyon Rd. Littleton, CO 80128 720.865.4336 MOUNT GOLIATH Mount Evans Scenic Byway Bailey, CO 80421 720.865.3585 botanicgardens.org

DENVER MOUNTAIN PARKS The entire parks system contains more than 14,000 acres of parklands in the mountains and foothills just west of downtown. It also encompasses a wide variety of striking Colorado terrain, perfect for activities like hiking, dining al fresco and sightseeing.

303.987.7800 denvermountainparks.wordpress.com

THE BUTTERFLY PAVILION

This treasure features a visually thrilling rainforest filled with 1,600 free-flying tropical butterflies, live animal exhibits and interactive fun for all ages.

6252 W. 104th Ave. 303.469.5441 butterflies.org

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ATTRACTIONS DENVER ZOO From the birth of an exotic animal to the exhilaration of a world-class exhibit opening, the area’s largest zoo is an adventure for the senses. Discover nearly 3,500 different animals living on 80 acres within Denver’s historic City Park.

2300 Steele St. 303.376.4800 denverzoo.org

3663 State Hwy. 93 Boulder, CO 80302 303.441.3440 protrails.com/trails

ROCKY MOUNTAIN ARSENAL NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE This area supports more than 330 species of wildlife on a 15,000-acre expanse of shortgrass prairie. Reconnect with nature at one of the finest conservation success stories in history.

6550 Gateway Rd. Commerce City, CO 80022 303.289.0232 fws.gov/rockymountainarsenal

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Denver Zoo

DOWNTOWN AQUARIUM Dive into food and fun — and an underwater adventure! Enjoy the Aquarium restaurant and explore more than 1 million gallons of sealife including sharks, otters, tigers and more.

700 Water St. 303.561.4450 downtownaquarium.com

FISKE PLANETARIUM What’s your sign? Test your astronomy knowledge at the University of Colorado’s popular planetarium. Check out the dazzling array of laser and star shows, live star talks and more.

2414 Regent Dr. Boulder, CO 80305 303.492.5002 fiske.colorado.edu

FLATIRONS VISTA TRAILHEAD Enjoy hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, trail running and picnicking on the Trailhead’s 2-mile or 3-mile loop through the Ponderosa pines and meadows along the Flatirons.

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At more than 100 years old, the area known to locals as Wash Park is one of the largest parks in Denver. Located in the south central part of town, it features flower gardens, a 2.6-mile jogging trail, two lakes, a bowling green, tennis courts and more.

South Downing Street & East Louisiana Avenue 303.698.4692 washpark.com

MUSEUMS CHILDREN’S MUSEUM OF DENVER Engage with interactive playscapes, daily educational programming and popular special events. Serving children and their grown-ups, the museum provides a dynamic leaning environment to explore and discover.

Denver Art Museum

DENVER ART MUSEUM Founded in 1893, the city’s largest museum is one of the most storied in the state with more than 68,000 pieces of art.

With an extensive American Indian collection, the museum is a must-see for lovers of culture and art.

100 W. 14th Avenue Pkwy.

720.865.5000 denverartmuseum.org

2121 Children’s Museum Dr. 303.433.7444 mychildrensmuseum.org

1250 Bannock St. 720.354.4880 clyffordstillmuseum.org

2001 Colorado Blvd.

303.370.6000 dmns.org

KIRKLAND MUSEUM OF FINE & CONTEMPORARY ART With painting, sculpture, furniture, ceramics and an eclectic hodgepodge of classic works from the past 100 years, this one-of-a-kind facility features some of the best-known designers of our time.

1311 Pearl St. 303.832.8576 kirklandmuseum.org

CLYFFORD STILL MUSEUM The Clyfford Still collection represents one of the most comprehensive single-artist collections in the world, encompassing approximately 2,400 works, most never before exhibited. The venue is as fascinating as the subjects within.

Enjoy the IMAX theater and planetarium or go toe-to-toe with a T-Rex…if you dare.

Denver Museum of Nature and Science

DENVER MUSEUM OF NATURE & SCIENCE For more than 100 years, the Denver Museum of Nature & Science has allowed visitors to explore the cosmos and uncover brilliant gems and minerals.

Kirkland Museum

LITTLETON MUSEUM The city’s museum offers a glimpse into the history, art and culture of a town that dates back to the 1850s Gold Rush era. The museum features two farms, a small lake, a collections center and main exhibition area.

from distinctive aircraft nose art to stirring exhibits.

concerts, ice skating and auto and trade shows.

7711 E. Academy Blvd.

303.360.5360 wingsmuseum.org

4600 Humboldt St. 720.865.2475 denvercoliseum.com

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ELITCH GARDENS

COLORADO CAPITOL

6028 S. Gallup St. Littleton, CO 80120 303.795.3950 littletongov.org/museum

Beaming through the Denver skyline is the gold-plated dome of the Capitol building. Opened in 1894, it stands as a living museum of history and an active seat of state government. See where legislation takes place in the House and Senate chambers during free daily tours.

MIZEL MUSEUM A series of exhibits and programs describes the Jewish experience, ceremonies and festivals at the Mizel. With fine art, film, literature and drama fueled by interactive experience, it’s a celebration of diversity.

America’s only downtown themeand water-park has operated for more than 120 years. Elitch is continuously expanding, making this a go-to destination for locals and out-of-town visitors.

2000 Elitch Cir. 303.595.4386 elitchgardens.com

COORS FIELD The 76-acre Coors Field stands at 20th and Blake Streets in Denver’s lower downtown/ ballpark neighborhood and is home to the Colorado Rockies.

Fans sitting in the first-base and right-field areas are treated to a spectacular view of the Rocky Mountains.

MOLLY BROWN MUSEUM Experience the legacy of the Unsinkable Molly Brown, a leading socialite and philanthropist best known as one of the survivors of the RMS Titanic. The beautifully preserved museum offers a unique window into the inspirational life of an American hero.

2001 Blake St. 303.292.0200 colorado.rockies.mlb.com

1340 Pennsylvania St. 303.832.4092 mollybrown.org

DENVER COLISEUM For 60 years, the Coliseum has hosted such events as the National Western Stock Show,

MUSEUM OF CONTEMPORARY ART DENVER

SPORTS AUTHORITY FIELD AT MILE HIGH There is no shortage of Bronco fans in Denver, especially not in the team’s legendary stadium.

This is hallowed NFL ground where John Elway once ruled.

1701 Bryant St. 720.258.3000 sportsauthorityfieldatmilehigh.com

MILLERCOORS BREWERY TOUR Experience traditional beer brewing in the Rocky Mountains.

Become acquainted with malting, brewing and packaging processes, then sip a cold sample while resting on ice-cube benches in the fresh beer room.

200 E. Colfax Ave. 303.866.2604 colorado.gov

400 S. Kearney St. 303.647.6522 mizelmuseum.org

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The Pepsi Center

PEPSI CENTER Known locally as the The Can, this modern sports arena is home to the Denver Nuggets, Colorado Avalanche and the Colorado Mammoth. It’s also a popular concert venue featuring appearances by megastars like Madonna and Bruce Springsteen.

1000 Chopper Cir. 303.405.1111 pepsicenter.com

13th & Ford St. Golden, CO 80401 303.277.2337 millercoors.com

WATERWORLD This massive venue offers 46 water adventures on 64 beautifully landscaped acres.

Thrill rides abound, including Colorado’s only magnetic water coaster, and 3 separate children’s play areas.

8801 N. Pecos St. 303.427.7873 waterworldcolorado.com

Featuring regional, national and international artists, the vast array of rotating exhibits and public educational programs promotes creative experimentation with art and ideas for visitors of all ages.

1485 Delgany St. 303.298.7554 mcadenver.org

Located on the former grounds of Lowry Air Force Base, Colorado’s Art and Space Museum offers a trip inside the state’s rich aeronautics history

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WINGS OVER THE ROCKIES ART & SPACE MUSEUM

Coors Field

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OUR PARTING SHOT

Happy is as Happy Does.

Denverites Love Their Cupcakes

BY CAROLYN BARTELS

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appy Cakes, Denver’s original gourmet cupcake bakeshop, is an emporium of color and deliciousness. It is the year-round celebration of spring, with pastel icings and quenching flavors that lighten the day no matter what time of year.

This unique business venture began innocently enough. Two friends already had much in common, including working out as running buddies. A lot of chit chat was shared, including a recurring conversation about owning a cupcake shop. As the sweet delectables grew in popularity, Laura Reynolds and Sara Bencomo became committed to the idea of Happy Cakes. Keeping their idea under wraps while the business blueprint was created, kismet struck once again. And who else but the cupcake girls’ hairstylist could have introduced them to

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the third element of the business, a woman working on her MBA who crafted a business plan for a cupcake shop? Lisa Herman and her MBA took the helm as Happy Cakes business manager.

Now more than six years into the adventure, Happy Cakes’ whimsy and product excellence have kept the shop at the top of its game. The finest ingredients and most innovative fun go into each and every Happy Cakes cupcake, not to mention the mouthwatering cakes, pies, cookies, French macaroons and bars. But it is and always will be the cupcakes that set them apart. Happy Cakes cupcakes bring happiness to people not just in Denver and their newly opened Longmont location, but also across the country. During their relatively few years in business, these ladies, along with their proclaimed saving grace,

manager Stacy Walker, have taken the proverbial podium. Martha Stewart selected Happy Cakes as one of “Martha’s Favorites.”

The Today Show ranked them #8 among the Nine Best Cupcake Shops in the Country and the shop has made “Top of the Town” six years running in a local Denver publication.

Happy Cakes cupcakes are the answer for anyone visiting Denver, or living here, who needs that special hostess, housewarming or shower gift.

Happy Cakes cupcakes make the perfect thank you for a business associate and the ideal step up for an in-room birthday, graduation or anniversary celebration. And what better way to supplement a Happy Cakes wedding cake than with an array of Happy Cakes’ elegant cupcake creations?

The shops’ website offers descriptions of the six Everyday

Specials, as well as regular favorites such as Jack & Coke and Almond Joy. Festive concoctions are the highlight of any holiday; this St. Patrick’s Day (March 1417) features Lucky Charms PomPoms and the Irish Car Bomb.

Vegan and gluten-free options are always available. Located in the trendy and eclectic Historic Highlands Square neighborhood, Happy Cakes is just minutes from downtown Denver. If you are at Happy Cakes, you have joined Denver’s in-the-know crowd, the Happy Cakes contingent.

To get the full scoop or place an order, you may reach Happy Cakes at happycakes.com or call them at 303.477.3556.

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