Denver Hotel Magazine - Summer 2014

SUMMER 2014

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

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GOLDEN DAYS

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MOST MEMORABLE MEAL Chef Mary Nguyen Serves Up Fun And Flavor

ARTIST SHOWCASE Artist Daniel Sprick Reinvents Realism

SPLENDOR IN THE MOUNTAINS The Westin Beaver Creek is Avon’s Crown Jewel

ALL ABOUT FESTIVALS Our Picks for Colorado’s Best Festivals

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CONTENTS 28 SMALL PLATES, BIG FLAVORS

36 THE UNSTOPPABLES

43 CITY OF GOLDEN SPECIAL SECTION

For Chef Mary Nguyen, creating global recipes makes the world go ‘round.

BY CAROLYN BARTELS

Professional cyclists Davis and Taylor Phinney win uphill battles one victory at a time.

BY CAROLYN BARTELS

Historic downtown Golden is alive with fun, including mountain biking, boutique shopping, fine dining, art and theater.

32 JEWEL ON THE MOUNTAIN

47 GALLERY SPOTLIGHT

Westin Riverfront Resort & Spa shows travelers why it has earned the reputation for being an enticing summertime paradise retreat.

BY BILL HUSTED

Denver Hotel Magazine highlights an array of galleries located in some of Denver’s trendiest neighborhoods.

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36 ON THE COVER: Whether through time trials or life’s trials, Davis and Taylor Phinney make a winning team.

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ISSUE 07: SUMMER 2014

The staff of Denver Hotel Magazine picks some of our favorite goings-on around Denver and Colorado.

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CONTENTS 50 THE SCENE Denver serves up a diverse array of events that will tempt even the most discriminating 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.

Denver’s mouthwatering restaurants and fabulous chefs are creating savory dishes that will tempt travelers who appreciate the best.

We’ve compiled a guide to some of the most savory dining in the city, guaranteed to satisfy any palate.

63 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.

65 ATTRACTIONS Expect the unexpected when you spend time in Denver. Browse our list of top local attractions that should not be missed when visiting the mile-hi city.

68 OUR PARTING SHOT Bravo! Vail: Beautiful music in a spectacular setting.

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ISSUE 07: SUMMER 2014

WELCOME EDITOR Ellen Gray

EXECUTIVE EDITOR Carolyn Bartels

The snow has melted, the rains have turned everything a vibrant shade of green, and the streets of Denver are alive with people out enjoying the beautiful warm summer days. There are concerts galore, delicious outdoor dining and fantastic parks where people are walking, biking, riding, rollerblading and even practicing yoga or tai chi. In fact, Denver and Colorado offers some of the best biking/hiking/walking trails around. Just be sure a camera is included on your excursions, because the fields of wildflowers, the romping wildlife and the stunning sunsets are things you will want to capture and bring home.

Summertime in Colorado is a study in contrasts, and there is always something to

experience. Just outside of Denver is Boulder, where street performers entertain passersby with a variety of acts that will keep you laughing or scratching your head at the absurdity.

A bit further north in Estes Park, the spirit of the Old West is alive and kicking, with a slew of stables offering scenic horseback rides that will just for a moment conjure up images of a rustic, more unsettled time.

To the west are the breathtaking Rocky Mountains, from Keystone, Copper and Breckenridge to Vail, Aspen and Telluride. Each mountain town boasts a unique flavor, and offers something for everyone.

From the plushest boutique hotel to the most welcoming timbered condo, the mountains beckon tourists and locals to enjoy a summertime playground unlike any other.

And then there’s Denver – the city that stands a mile-hi and holds its own as a mecca of diversity, with some of the region’s greatest dining, arts and entertainment, shopping and attractions. The Botanic Gardens is ablaze in a glory of glass art sculptures crafted by artist Dale Chihuly, and The Denver Zoo never ceases to surprise visitors with its fantastic mix of all types of wildlife. The Butterfly Pavilion literally brings a smile to your face with its thousands of colorful butterflies fluttering about the grounds, and the

downtown aquarium is home to an original and fascinating underground adventure.

The city of Golden, a short distance from downtown, is a charming area for shopping and dining, while the Santa Fe Arts District and the RiNo district house loads of phenomenal art galleries.

If festivals are your thing, Denver and Colorado are the place to be in the summer months, where mouthwatering food and crisp exotic wines and craft beer are just part of the fun. Great music, original art and of course people-watching make each festival a go-to destination for entertainment.

If dining al fresco is your thing, many restaurants throughout the state throw open their doors in the summer months. Enjoy an early morning cup of coffee, an afternoon sweet or a glass of chilled wine and realize how fortunate you are to be staying, even for just a few days, among the majesty of the Colorado Rockies.

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Hyde Park Jewelers steals the show as one of Colorado’s most sophisticated jewelry stores.

Savvy shoppers from both coasts fall in love with the stunning merchandise, hand-selected by the owner and representing such high-end designers as Roberto Coin, Chanel and Rolex (among so many more!).

Recently, Hyde Park owner Michael Pollak introduced to customers the Pesavento collection, a visually stunning line of Italian jewelry that is drawing rave reviews. Worn by the likes of Cameron Diaz, Miranda Kerr and Lindsey Vonn, Hyde Park Jewelers is first in the nation to introduce the beautiful jewelry.

Pollak discovered the collection at the Basel International Watch and Jewelry Fair in 2012, and worked get the line introduced in the United States. “I have never seen any sterling silver collection with this level of creativity,

Jewel of a Collection Hyde Park Jewelers’ Pesavento Collection a True Showstopper

finishes, designs and materials,” Pollak says.

According to designers Marino Pesavento and Chiara Carli, “Each collection is a journey in beauty, dedicated to every woman who, like Pesavento, knows how to light up the imagination of every day.”

Denver Hotel Magazine has fallen for this extraordinary collection, and encourages readers to check it out. You can view the collection online at hpjewels.com or visit the store in the Cherry Creek Mall.

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Festivals of Summer Our Guide to the Best of Colorado Festivals

Summertime in Colorado means great music, food and entertainment in spectacular open-air settings. We have selected some of the best festivals that run the gamut – offering up the perfect blend of culture, sophistication and just plain fun.

— KELLSIE BRANNEN

AUGUST 14–17

SEPTEMBER 18–21

Palisade

Breckenridge

A celebration of local food, wine, and mainstreet America, the festival features dishes and drink prepared by local chefs from local ingredients. A parade, paddle-race, music, an ice-cream social and, of course, lots of peaches are in store in this quaint and beautiful community.

Experience a unique array of independent film, premieres, receptions and programs amid the natural beauty of the Breckenridge mountains.

With a prestigious history of films, the event is a celebration of independent filmmaking.

AUGUST 29–31

Denver

Palisade Peach Festival

JUNE 6–AUGUST 3

JULY 19–20

Larkspur

Denver

With plays running from June to August, CU Presents and Blue Mountain Arts celebrate the genius of the Bard with beautiful sets, costumes and natural Boulder scenery. Food, drink, actor’s talkbacks and more.

Watch richly decorated dragon boats race down Sloan’s Lake amongst exhibitors, vendors and live performances. The colorful and beautiful festival celebrates the rich culture of the Denver Asian community.

Colorado Shakespeare Festival

Colorado Dragon Boat Festival

Jazz Aspen Snowmass Labor Day Festival Snowmass Village

Experience both world-class music and upand-coming artists on three different stages at this acclaimed festival while enjoying an international bazaar of food and drink. The line-up includes FUN, Earth Wind and Fire, OneRepublic, Carrie Underwood and more.

AUGUST 29–SEPTEMBER 1

JUNE 27- AUGUST 2

JULY 27–AUGUST 9

Vail

Vail & Beaver Creek

Voted one of the Top 10 “Can’t Miss” Classical Music Festivals in the U.S. by NPR, this festival is the only one in North America to host three world-renowned symphony orchestras in one season. Enjoy the amazing music among the beauty of the Vail valley.

Hailed by critics, this internationally reputed festival features some of the most acclaimed dance companies from across the world coming together for a celebration of motion and music in the midst of the beautiful Vail valley.

Bravo! Vail

Vail International Dance Festival

Telluride Film Festival Telluride

Drawing critical acclaim each year, this festival is a celebration of the best in film and those who propel the medium forward. With opportunities to talk with the creators of movies and other movie lovers among the beauty of the mountains in the summer, the event draws big crowds each year.

AUGUST 2–3 JULY 7–13

Crested Butte Wildflower Festival Crested Butte

With 200 events planned showcasing the beauty of the “Wildflower Capital of Colorado”, this festival is the perfect event to truly experience the beauty of a Colorado summer. The festival features hikes, car tours, gardening, food and more.

Bluegrass and Beer Festival Keystone

Bringing the taste and sound of Appalachia to the beautiful Rockies, this event is a celebration of down-home cooking, mountain music and a huge variety of beer. More than 30 Colorado microbreweries will bring their best to the festival for sampling.

AUGUST 30–SEPTEMBER 1

Colorado Balloon Classic

Breck Filmfest

SEPTEMBER 19–28 (FRI, SAT & SUN)

Oktoberfest

Heralded as “The Best Oktoberfest” in the U.S.

by Maxim and USA Today, this long-running and beloved tradition draws crowds of 350,000 during its six-day run. Expect music, food, entertainment and, of course, beer.

SEPTEMBER 19–22

Telluride WOW Festival Telluride

A celebration of health, fitness and wellness, this event brings together world-class presenters, instructors and athletes to hold instructional sessions on the latest in health, nutrition and fitness.

SEPTEMBER 19–21

Color Fest Weekend Pagosa Springs

Watch as colorful hot air balloons dot the sky with the beautiful San Juan mountains as a backdrop. Food, wine, beer, music, live music and art are a part of this breathtaking festival.

Colorado Springs

Colorado’s largest air show celebrates “making life more colorful” this year, with dozens of hot air balloons ascending to the skies to the backdrop of majestic Pikes Peak. The Balloon Glo, in which balloons are lit at night, creates a surreal wonderland and is a crowd favorite.

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The Grooviest Hotel in Town The Newly Revamped Curtis Hotel Just Got Even Hipper

Opened in 2008 on Bart Simpson’s birthday, The Curtis Hotel focuses on a single mindset: Happy.

Happy as in a slew of details designed to put a smile on guests’ faces, whether they’re staying in one of the unique themed guest rooms, passing time in the colorful lobby or enjoying a disco brunch on Sunday morning.

Newly renovated and situated directly in the downtown theatre district, the kitschy hotel appeals to the ages. The concept is solid, and the newly unveiled $5 million renovation adds to the lure.

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With 13 themed guest room floors featuring custom artwork created by Colorado artists, travelers can’t help but smile when they see the different themes, including the Chick Flick Floor, the TV Mania Floor and the Mad About Music Floor. Each floor features a special “hyperthemed” suite that adds to the fun, including the Pedal to the Medal Floor featuring a Talladega Nights Suite, replete with a “Shake ‘n Bake” art wall. The Mad About Music suite, dedicated to Jimmy Buffet, is adorned with bright blue floor tiles and a giant Margaritaville mural highlighting his top hits. Another notable is the Dun Dun Dunnnnn! Floor featuring the Ghostbusters. Yes, this one comes to life with green

slime tiles and 3-D art illusion, while the Sci-Fi Floor offers a Star Trek Enterprise room, silver flooring, Lucite furniture and original cast photos.

Rock and roll aficionados will love the Rolling Stones Suite, the KISS Suite and the Spice Girls Suite.

This summer, make sure to start your weekend with a Friday afternoon cocktail while unwinding to music spun by popular DJ, RockStar Aaron, who plays his favorite top hits. Or drop in for a late-night beverage at the Martini Bar in the Corner Office located in the hotel.

Now that’s some serious fun!

Show Time>>

SPOTLIGHT Be sure to check out The Scene — our guide to the best shows, concerts and sports in Denver on PAGE 50.

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Keeping Up With the Jones Westcliffe Center for the Performing Arts at the Historic Jones Theater The Jones Theater is located in one of Colorado’s most picturesque settings, the town of Westcliffe in the Wet Mountain Valley. This small town, steeped in Colorado history, has a rich cultural core as well, from jazz camps and opera to live theater performance at the Westcliffe Center for the Performing Arts at the Historic Jones Theater (WCPA).

The Jones Theater was originally built as a saloon well over 100 years ago, the quintessential watering hole where ranchers and miners met to let off steam.

By the 1920s, whiskey and shoot ‘em ups gave way to more refined forms of entertainment, including “the moving picture show.“ At that time, Westcliffe’s enlightened

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grocer bought the saloon and made it into a movie theater, which it remained, surviving a slew of upgrades and owners, until 1992.

The Relph Family Trust took the reins of the WCPA in 1992, and the facility began offering acting classes, theater education and exposure for new playwrights with the cooperation of universities statewide. The theater presents eight plays throughout the summer. Using the original 1938 “Peerless” carbon arc movie projector, first-run movies are screened year round.

The theater’s Artistic Director chair is occupied by Broadway and film actress Anne Kimbell Relph, who also serves as executive director and president of the board. Ms. Relph’s impressive credits include a starring role at the famed Pasadena Playhouse in 1944, where she was the lead child actor in Lillian Hellman’s The

Children’s Hour. She starred on Broadway with Eddie Bracken and opposite Marlon Brando in Arms and the Man. In 1956, Anne was leading lady at Denver’s Elitch Garden’s Theatre and, in 1958, had the female lead in Roar Like a Dove in London’s West End. The play was produced by none other than Vivian Leigh and Sir Laurence Olivier.

It is uncanny to have someone of Ms. Relph’s experience and passion for theater in the driver’s seat of the WCPA, Colorado’s gold nugget of community theater. As a not-for-profit, the WCPA has ongoing needs such as reinsulation and a new floor for the auditorium. Eventually the goal is to install an audio system for the hearing impaired. This is a must-see for travelers, and for more information, including the latest performance calendar, visit JonesTheater.com.

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Colorado Railroads Showcase the State’s Beauty and History Colorado Railroad Museum (Dinner Train Ride) Golden

In this authentic railcar adventure, you can learn about the rich history of the rail in Colorado while experiencing first-hand a ride for yourself! Amid the backdrop of historic Table Mountain and beautiful Clear Creek, the adventure is both engaging and scenic.

Special tours include a dinosaur express train, a golden craft beer train and more.

Pikes Peak Cog Railway Manitou Springs

Experience the same breathtaking views that inspired “America the Beautiful” on this amazing journey to the top of Pikes Peak.

Sights along the route include numerous lakes, parks and wildlife. Once the train reaches the top of Pikes Peak, enjoy spectacular views of Denver, New Mexico and Kansas. At the summit, head to the scenic ranger station for a famous Pikes Peak donut, made special at the extreme elevation.

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One of the most authentic and awe-inspiring ways to experience the beauty of Colorado is from the cozy interior of a train, steadily chugging through a beautiful mountain range or up a slope teeming with wildflowers. You gaze out at the colorful, breathtaking panorama, and breathe in the gorgeous scenery.

Looking out the window, it’s easy to understand why the early settlers, and millions of people since, have been enchanted by Colorado’s natural beauty. Here, we present a short list of some of our favorite Colorado train experiences. — KELLSIE BRANNEN

Royal Gorge Route Railroad Cañon City

Enjoy dinner, lunch, a bar, or even a mystery tour amid the beautiful views of the Royal Gorge. The train follows the winding route of the mighty Arkansas River, splashing within the gorge’s 1,000-foot granite walls. Special tours include the murder mystery ride, a dinner train and more.

Leadville, Colorado and Southern Railroad

Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad Durango

Experience National Geographic’s 2010 Number One North American Train Trip, as you wind your way through canyons, waterfalls, mountains and the amazing wilderness of the San Juan National Forest. Special trips include a wine sampling and brew train, an historic train with period actors and much more.

Cumbres and Toltec Scenic Railroad

Leadville

Antonito

Take a scenic journey across the Arkansas River Valley and the thunderous Rocky Mountains, riding amid panoramic views of Colorado’s two tallest peaks, pine and aspen groves and meadows of wildflowers. The trip features engaging narratives depicting the region’s colorful past, including stories of local legends such as Molly Brown and Baby Doe Tabor.

Climb aboard this piece of Colorado’s locomotive past on a preserved relic of an 1880 line that runs through the beautiful San Juan Mountains and Conejos Valley. View the raw natural beauty of the west, barely altered since some of the original silver miners first struck out.

Georgetown Loop Railroad Georgetown

Take a winding trip through a steep mountain canyon, climbing more than 600 feet in elevation in just three miles. The rail takes two loops and runs across four bridges, offering both staggering views and a sense of adventure for the brave at heart.

Cripple Creek and Victor Narrow Gauge Railway Cripple Creek

Experience history as you go back in time to the gold mining past of Cripple Creek, traveling past historic mines and ghost towns as well as stunning scenery on a 15-ton iron horse.

Rio Grande Scenic Railroad Alamosa & La Veta

Enjoy a beautiful journey through colorful foothills, agricultural flatland, and cliffed mountains in a vintage diesel engine before making a leisurely stop at the small art town of La Veta.

Be sure not to miss a trip to Mountain Rails Live, a concert series accessible only by the train.

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Pub with a View River Valley Ranch Welcomes Popular Aspen Eatery

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A popular Aspen restaurant recently opened its second location at River Valley Ranch, a beautiful golf course community located at the base of Mt. Sopris in Carbondale, Colo.

Situated in the magnificent Crystal River Valley, the newly opened Finbarr’s Irish Pub is a local favorite among Aspen residents. The new venue promises to be a great draw for golfers, hikers and sightseers who are visiting for the day or staying in the area.

Locals favor the fish and chips, burgers and Irish stew.

“Our Executive Chef and General Manager, Joe Flamer, has created an eclectic menu of traditional Irish fare like fish

and chips and Shepherd’s Pie, combined with delicious dishes like tabbouleh and roasted vegetable salad and green curry with coconut rice. With an array of dishes, some locally sourced such as our Colorado striped bass, Finbarr’s presents a new dining experience for the Carbondale area,” says restaurant manager Carol Peachey.

Finbarr’s is a welcome addition to the community, with its delicious pub-style fare and casual, inviting atmosphere.

Sports enthusiasts love to congregate around the bar area, where they can take in the latest golf tournament, football game or skiing event. “We are thrilled to bring the lively Irish pub atmosphere and exceptional gastro pub experience we have created at Finbarr’s in Aspen

to this breathtaking location in Carbondale,” says Peachey. “We hope a new set of discriminating diners will gather, raise a pint and enjoy our cozy pub with spectacular views of Mt. Sopris.”

Best of all, if golf is your thing, River Valley Ranch is a true gem, hailed by Golf Magazine as “the new jewel of the Rockies.” The Jay Morrish-designed championship golf course is open to the public and offers excellent instruction from acclaimed professionals, including programs for women, juniors, and week-long clinics.

The scenery alone makes this a fantastic golf outing; combined with the magnificence of playing a mountain golf course, this is a don’t-miss for travelers.

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Work of Art Daniel Sprick Illuminates the Realism

For artist Daniel Sprick, reality is in the details. His paintings span the spectrum of compelling portraits to magnificent landscapes to intricately developed still lifes, yet each of his works require the beholder to take a step back, then perhaps forward, to fully grasp the complexity of what appears on the canvas.

His work is ever-evolving; a glimpse of his studio demonstrates a diversity that is solely his trademark. A highly regarded artist, Sprick has a painting in the National Museum of American Art in the Smithsonian, and a long-standing public collection resides at the Denver Art Museum. He has numerous works in both private and public collections around the world.

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Now through November 2, 2014, an original exhibition of Sprick’s work is on display at the Denver Art Museum. The solo exhibition, titled Daniel Sprick’s Fictions: Recent Works, is a collection of more than 40 pieces that showcase the artist’s portraits and still lifes.

Raised in Glenwood Springs outside of Aspen, Colo., Sprick was influenced by lesser-known artists representative of the 19th Century: Jules Breton, Bastien LePage, George Claussen, Dagnon-Bouveret and Forbes.

“My favorite genre is realism,” he says, “because it’s straightforward and reflects the works of the Greek and Roman ideals borne in Europe in the 1400s. There were two Renaissances; one in Italy and

one in the Flemish region, and this is what is most meaningful to me and my work.”

According to Timothy J. Standring, Gates Foundation Curator of Painting and Sculpture who is organizing Sprick’s current exhibition at the Denver Art Museum, “The more we dwell on his paintings, the more we become aware that they are anything but a part of our world, and are, instead, poetic renditions of his own making.”

As a child, Sprick was a prolific drawer, inspired by his father who sat him down at age five, and on a blank piece of paper drew an image. “I was completely overwhelmed and I took that idea and have been doing it ever since,” he says. In his 20s, Sprick began painting portraits,

which remains a central focus for this immensely talented artist. More than the subject of the painting, it is in the telling, through his eyes and senses, that a fantastic work emerges. “I think you can take any ordinary individual or scene and turn it into a masterpiece. It does not have to start out as extraordinary to be a subject worth painting.

But regardless of what you’re painting, it’s really more about the energy you bring as an artist than about the subject itself.”

Sprick uses the example of a landscape that by its very description sounds compelling enough to want to capture on canvas. “If I go to a location with the intention of painting a beautiful cathedral but I feel the composition is not just right, I

may very well end up painting an old garage next to the structure.

Whatever I’m painting, I want it to have a strength that will catch your eye from across the room, but then will continue to provide growing detail that keeps offering satisfaction to you as it is approached.”

It’s that same poetic interpretation that makes the work of artist Daniel Sprick so striking. It’s the little details, painstakingly incorporated in such a way that draws you in and makes you want to study it just a bit longer, to understand the subject, and, for a moment, to experience it through the creative eyes of the artist.

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Denver Pavilions It’s All About Fun, Food and Fabulous Shopping

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Not that long ago, tourists looking for memorable downtown Denver dining and entertainment options had to carefully plan their outing, down to transportation, venue and hours. Times have changed, and today the mile-hi city’s bustling downtown offers entertainment galore, and even a first-rate mall located in the epicenter of many of the city’s best hotels.

Denver Pavilions, situated on the popular 16th Street Mall, offers top-shelf dining, fabulous boutiques and a lively nightlife … truly a fun destination for anyone and everyone.

An easy walk down the colorful 16th Street pedestrian mall or a quick ride on the free 16th Street mall shuttle, it’s easy to see why Denver Pavilions has become such a hotspot for tourists and locals seeking great shopping, a delicious meal or a fun night out.

Here’s a quick look at some of the variety of great and unique options at Denver Pavilions:

FOR FOODIES

FOR SHOPPERS

Lime – An American Cantina & Tequila Bar. This locally owned restaurant offers more than 150 varieties of tequila and great fresh Mexican food. The ambience is as fun as the fare, with a phenomenal third-floor patio space that affords great views of the bustling 16th Street Mall.

Rosey’s Boutique and Outrageous Accessories.

Upscale women’s clothing that you probably won’t see anywhere else.

5280 Burger Bar. A double whammy of fun, featuring fresh gourmet burgers and an attached creamery, where a full-time ice cream chef crafts handmade ice cream and shaketails (you guessed it … cocktails and a milkshake!).

I HEART Denver Store. A must-see for tourists, offering 100-percent Colorado-made merchandise – and 70 percent of sales go back to the artists. Owner Samuel Schimek is an artist and designer who brings flair, originality and creativity to this fabulous store. This boutique has won more awards and kudos than we can count!

Grimaldi’s Pizzeria. If the secret to New York-style pizza truly is the water, this awardwinning pizzeria has brought the same flavor to Denver, using water that matches the mineral content and composition used in its original Brooklyn Pizzeria. The handbuilt coal-fired oven delivers flavors not possible from wood or gas ovens.

Jerri’s Tobacco & Fine Wines.

A locally owned establishment selling wine, spirits and of course, cigars.

Other favorites at Denver Pavilions are great jazz (Jazz @ Jacks), rock ‘n roll fun (The Hard Rock Café), shopping with the family (H&M, Forever 21) and Lucky Strike Bowling. Denver Pavilions is one very cool openair mall that melds the fun of downtown with the sophistication of the city.

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Papardelle from P17.

For Chef Mary Nguyen, creating global recipes makes the world go ‘round.

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Olive & Finch delectables soothe the soul. Above: A salute to the Southwest, a few secret ingredients spice up this zesty black bean salad. Above right: The Jamal sandwich is a wonder, featuring blackened fish, citrus tartar sauce, coleslaw, capers, avocado, roasted tomatoes and Swiss cheese, served on fresh ciabatta. Above right: Changing as often as the sun rises on a fresh crop of ingredients, Olive & Finch’s pesto pasta salad and kale salad are only two from Chef Nyugen’s A list.

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cclaimed Chef Mary Nguyen represents a true blend of heritage and nationality. She is a firstgeneration American-born citizen; her family fled to the States following the fall of Saigon in 1975. Nguyen’s father, a member of the South Vietnamese Navy, gathered her siblings, mother, grandmother and cousins, and the group escaped with just the clothes on their backs. In time, the Nguyen family found its way to Colorado.

Growing up, Mary’s family life revolved around the kitchen.

On a daily basis, the young girl absorbed and watched her mother and grandmother create dishes of vegetables, fish, shrimp, beef and chicken, each meal prepared in a unique style, a bowl of rice as accompaniment.

These meals brought the family together, nurturing the timeless tradition of cooking and eating as a social connection; a time to talk, laugh and catch up on the day.

Nguyen earned a finance degree from the University of Colorado, yet she understood innately this was not where her true passion lay. Trading the stock market for the farmer’s market, she tried her hand at catering and food service, eventually landing an apprenticeship at Hapa Sushi, a well-known Denver restaurant. Three short years later she was promoted to executive sushi chef; at the time she was the only woman in North America to hold that position.

With strong experience under her belt, combined with valuable knowledge gleaned from extensive travel through Asia, Nguyen opened Parallel 17, a contemporary Vietnamese restaurant infused with custom recipes from her prolific, self-taught culinary expertise.

Featured on The Food Network and acclaimed nationwide, Chef Mary and Parallel 17 were a hit.

Success breeds success, and Nguyen opened the doors to Asian cooking with the debut of Street Kitchen, her Asian travelogue of food featuring dishes spanning Malaysia to China. Located in the Denver Tech Center near the Inverness Hotel, the color-coded menu denotes each dishes’ country of origin. Chef Mary also offers cooking classes at Street Kitchen, a unique activity that is popular among tourists and business travelers wanting a fun teambuilding event.

Nguyen explains, “Much like our American greeting of ‘How are you today?’ Asian cultures meet by asking ‘Have you eaten today?’ Street kitchens are everywhere in Asia and especially at lunch time, business people teem into the streets, meet family or friends and eat from these venues, socializing, eating

P17’s tapestry of great tastes serves up something for every palate. Above left: Poached eggs with lardons, grilled asparagus, frisee, citrus aioli and mustard vinaigrette. Top: Colorado lamb burger with all the fixings. Above: A refreshing roasted beets and watermelon salad.

freshly made food and enjoying themselves. Food ties people together.”

Using her fertile knowledge of food choices and preparation techniques from around the globe, Nguyen has created a multitude of original menus. Her philosophy for building a food network is short and sweet: “We cook to make people happy.”

Last fall, Nguyen opened Olive & Finch, a deli-style venue boasting a sumptuous menu offering the gamut from pastries to meatloaf sandwiches and quinoa salad. Located just half a block from her popular P17 (more about that in a minute) restaurant near the heart of downtown Denver, Olive & Finch offers a full coffee bar and freshpressed juices. A marketplace of prepared local foods is tucked in the corner, guaranteeing no one goes home hungry. Open dally from 7 a.m. – 10 p.m., Nguyen has seen to it that customers can have their fill of fresh, healthy

--- and delicious – food from one convenient, well-designed locale.

Chef Mary’s newest addition to the Denver restaurant scene is the recent incarnation of Parallel 17 from Vietnamese fusion to Euro-American bistro in the truest sense of the word. Now known as P17 (for 17 Plates), the tossed-around term “bistro” has found its proper setting.

Providing moderately priced meals, mostly in small plates, with equally cost-efficient wine pairings, P17 has become the place to meet for casual business and pleasure. The Sunday brunch is a popular Denver staple and the house-made cotton candy still brings on the smiles, lemongrass a favorite.

As for what tickles Mary’s taste buds most? Fondue. Yup. Cheese fondue shared during a moment of relaxation with her Swiss husband. And, as time-consuming as its preparation may be, she finds great joy in preparing her husband’s favorite indulgence,

raclette, a Swiss dish made of heated cheese, made special by the addition of Mary’s added magic once the melted cheese is removed.

Regardless of which Chef Mary Nguyen establishment you visit, you can be confident the food is local, fresh, and, whenever possible, organic. Menus change according to the season and availability of ingredients. Come on, get happy!

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he Westin Riverfront Resort & Spa at Beaver Creek has an inferiority complex – and it shouldn’t. The dazzling hotel is located in Avon, which once was Vail’s redheaded stepchild. It sits at the base of Beaver Creek Mountain on the glorious rushing creek, but the Westin didn’t want Avon’s former blue-collar brand to smudge its highend luxe-life image. Now Avon has grown up and gussied up. There is no shame in being Avon, especially if you’re the Westin. Condos in the village, although not yet back to pre-recession prices, go for $1 million-plus. Nothing to sneeze at.

In Avon itself, the hotel is a short walk to Nottingham Lake, surrounded by 40 acres of open space. Here you can play tennis, fish, get on the

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water in the paddleboat, picnic or walk around the lake. It’s the site of the annual July 3rd celebration and fireworks display, choreographed to patriotic music and considered the best in Colorado – and the Westin is a prime place to enjoy it.

If you want the Beaver Creek experience, a ski lift whisks you from the Westin to the base area for shopping, dining, skating and, of course, skiing. In the summer, it’s about the hiking, outdoor dining, and a trip up the mountain.

Vail is a 30-minute shuttle bus away offering all things Vail. And Vail has never looked or felt better, rebuilt, cleaned up and proud of it.

In the other direction is Edwards, with its small-town charm and restaurants and shops (and the valley’s best bookstore).

It’s a flat and short bike ride away; bikes are available for rent at the hotel. And if you want to use your clubs, Avon is pretty much surrounded by mountain

golf courses. If you haven’t played a round in the hills, do it. It’s so breathtaking you can’t keep your eye on the ball.

But life at the Westin is nice enough. With 230 well-appointed rooms, a great restaurant and a world-class pool and spa – I tend to stick around.

The studio suites are the basic accommodation – a single room with a patio and the Westin’s signature Heavenly Bed, flat screen TV (yes, there are ondemand movies), a fridge, a twoburner stovetop, a microwave, coffeemaker and a bathroom with shower and tub and piles of towels. The hotel also offers twoand-three-bedroom condos with full kitchens.

The pool is a 25-meter salinebased refresher with three infinity hot tubs that look out over the valley and up to Beaver Creek, a bicycle path and the river winding just below them. Next to this oasis is the health club, which offers every machine to plump every pec, plus weights, showers,

steam, sauna, yoga, Spinning, Pilates. The newly remodeled Spa Anjali also frames the pool area.

Maya restaurant is run by celebrity chef Richard Sandoval.

Mexican food at its best served near a long bar and a shelf of topflight tequilas. The Lift, a small casual dining venue, serves up a nice breakfast and lunch.

A huge outdoor patio overlooks the river and the mountain sunsets in the west.

This is the site the Maya Summer Patio Concerts that run every Friday through Aug. 29. This is the biggest and wildest Friday Afternoon Club in the Vail Valley – great music, drinks, snacks and people watching. Put this fete on your Westin Bucket List.

Ok. So you’re not in Beaver Creek no matter what the signage tells you. But there is nothing second-class about the Westin Riverfront.

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Fireworks at Nottingham Lake Avon JULY 4

Fireworks and parade at Vail TUESDAY NIGHTS

Summer in Avon, Beaver Creek and Vail includes free concerts, rodeos, rafting, riding, cooking demos, farmers’ markets, dance recitals, outdoor movies and athletic contests. There is more to do in Vail Valley in the summer than in the winter. The weather, warm days and cool nights, cannot be beat. Check it all out at Vail.com/events, BeaverCreek.com andVisitAvonColorado.com

Bud Light Hot Summer Nights Concert Series in Vail THURSDAYS

Beaver Creek Rodeos FRIDAY NIGHTS

Patio Parties at Westin Riverfront Avon SUNDAY NIGHTS:

Jazz at Restaurant Kelly Liken JULY 17

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Davis and Taylor Phinney win uphill battles one victory at a time.

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lawless timing. Failsafe strategy. Herculean endurance. Unflinching fearlessness. In bike racing, these are the hallmarks of winning big.

For father and son duo Davis and Taylor Phinney, these methods combine to create the perfect symbiosis.

THE FATHER Retired cycling champ Davis Phinney is renowned for his performances as a starring member on the scrappy, winning Seven-11 Cycling Team. A team at the top of the sport in the ‘80s and early ‘90s, Davis Phinney’s team inspired the Kevin Costner film, American Flyers.

Davis in particular was cheered for his sprinting ability; in fact one publication hailed him as “brazen” for his ability to leave others in the dust at just the right moment. It was breathtaking to see a mass of spokes, handlebars and helmets, racers gnashing at the heels of their competition, fractions of inches away from disaster should one false move take anyone down. Out of this

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buzzing hive of chaos comes Davis Phinney, breaking away with a summoned strength that launched him over the finish line time and again.

During his pro racing career Davis racked up 328 victories, more wins than any other U.S. cyclist. Highlights of that career include a Pan-Am Games Gold Medal (1983), Olympic Bronze Medal (1984), four National Championship Titles, including the highly coveted US Pro title in 1991. As for this Boulder home boy, it was only fitting he become one of the most successful riders in the history of Boulder’s Coors Classic, taking the overall title in 1988 and stacking up a record 22 stage wins. Joining Lance Armstrong and Greg LeMond, Davis is one of just three U.S. cyclists to win multiple stages of the world’s most prestigious bike race, the Tour de France. To this day, Davis still holds the winning time for Texas’ “Hot as Hell 100”.

Closing the book on his professional cycling career, Davis became a sports analyst with NBC and other networks. When

he wasn’t working or traveling, he spent time with his children, Taylor and Kelsey, and his wife, Connie Carpenter-Phinney.

Carpenter-Phinney, a champion in her own right, competed in Olympic speed skating and cycling and took Gold in the women’s road race in 1984.

THE SON With athletic ability inherited from remarkable parents, it is no wonder Taylor Phinney, at 23 years old, is proving himself among some of the world’s finest bike racers. At 6’6”, Taylor’s weight and the length of his lanky limbs make him a formidable contender, especially in time trials and downhills.

Taylor made headlines at age 17, when he took the title of Junior World Time Trial Champion in 2007. In 2009, he won his first World Championship title as well as the under-23 at the ParisRoubaix, among other victories. In 2010, Taylor took first in 10 races from Europe to Utah, and went on to win the National Championship Time Trial (professional).

Photo courtesy Davis Phinney © Graham Watson Courtesy BMC Racing Team

Taylor Phinney gives it his all at the 2012 London Olympics.

He continued to grow in his knowledge and experience as a pro cyclist, turning heads in 2012 as the third American to don the leader’s jersey, winning the first stage of the Giro D’Italia. At the London Olympics he came within a breath of medaling, garnering a respectable fourth place in both the road race and time trial. In 2013, he won stages in the Tour of Qatar and Tour de Pologne.

2014 was to be Taylor’s breakout year. He took the Tour of Dubai with two stage wins and first place overall. On May 15, his descent at breakneck speed off of San Marcos Pass clinched a Stage 5 win at the Amgen Tour of California. On May 24, Taylor garnered his second National Championship Time Trial title in Chattanooga. Unfortunately, in this article’s formative stage, his chance to take the National title in the road race was cut short after a devastating crash involving a race vehicle in his path during a fast descent down Chattanooga’s Lookout Mountain. According to Davis, the incident is under investigation. Currently, Taylor is

recovering from his knee injury and tib-fib fracture to his left leg.

Almost portentous is Taylor’s reflection offered in an earlier interview. “In a perfect world my father would have been my coach.

But it didn’t work out that way. I am so proud of him and the way he lives with Parkinson’s. It is never all about him, and it could be. He gives me so much support … I hardly ever think about the future but when I do, it can be scary. Dad teaches me how to deal with that.”

THE CHALLENGE Beginning in the late 1990s and unknown to the general public, Davis had spent years feeling “not quite right,” plagued by muscle cramps, endless fatigue, mental blurriness and sudden, numbing weakness. In 2000, after a battery of medical tests, Davis was diagnosed with Young Onset Parkinson’s disease. Life had dropped a live grenade at Davis’ feet.

Parkinson’s disease sets in when neurons in the brain cease making dopamine, the neurotransmitter of messages from the brain to the body’s

Left: Post-race interviews are becoming old hat for Taylor Phinney.

Above: The early days with 14-yearold Taylor and his dad, Davis, ready to burn up some miles.

muscles. Without dopamine, the body’s muscles malfunction and die off. Davis’ Young Onset Parkinson’s is rare but not unheard of. Primarily striking after the age of 60, Parkinson’s disease (PD) remains enigmatic as to its cause(s). There is presently no cure for Parkinson’s disease, but options are plentiful for staving off this wolf at the door.

Admittedly, there was a dark time following the initial diagnosis. The family moved to Italy, partly to adjust to the disease and also because Davis and Connie had a flourishing Bike Camps business there. The family returned to Boulder and by 2008, after eight years spent dealing with the tremors and various symptoms related to PD, Davis was determined to regain the enjoyment and fun from everyday life.

His determination shone through in an interview in The New York Times. “I could easily slip into a very, very dark place with everything I’ve lost, so I have to focus on the pinpricks of light to stay positive.”

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Above: Taylor Phinney tips the scales as he toys with his very first bike. Left: Davis Phinney brings humor and hope to his “tribe” at one of the Foundation’s Victory Summits.

Davis followed those little lights to Beijing to see Taylor compete in his first Olympics. He was able to make the trip largely because of a courageous decision to undergo Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS), in which two electrodes were implanted 2.5 inches into either side of his brain. The electrodes are powered by a generator surgically inserted into his chest.

Davis explains, “The doctor said, ‘Okay, let’s try a little current now,’ and just like that, all these muscles that had been at war with each other suddenly were at peace. It was like Armistice Day. It was just like Oh…My…God! I looked at my wife and she was crying. Connie said, ’I haven’t seen you smile for a year!’”

DBS is not a cure for PD. But it has provided relief from Davis’ most difficult symptoms and enables a better daily quality of life.

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accomplish. With the word “cure” at the tip of everyone’s tongues, it has been proven that addressing the symptoms each day, living in the moment with PD and using the blueprint provided by the Davis Phinney Foundation is leading to lives not only lived better, but lived longer.

“I think people with Parkinson’s, like any threatening medical condition, think they are alone. They sit passively in their homes and dream of a cure, a way to make it all go away. If I have learned anything, it is that waiting for a cure only makes things worse. At the Foundation we are all about educating and inspiring people with PD to get up every day and do what they can. It sounds cliché, but you have to live in the moment.

Passivity is major for immediate decline. That’s not acceptable.”

Phinney says.

He rises abruptly.

“When I am putting on my pants in the morning, I don’t sit on the bed and pull the legs over my feet and stand up. I have to stand up and balance on each leg as I pull

on the other pant leg. You have to have patience in the process and stay focused. One of my worst bike races was when I wanted to be at the finish so badly that I lost my focus on being patient with the strategy and staying in the moment. I did not do well.

Every day things come down to that patience. It might take me 10 minutes to wash a glass,” he explains. He holds up his hands, going through the motions of wiping out a glass. “If I try to hurry and lose focus,” he smiles, “all I end up with is a broken glass.”

Davis’ enthusiasm for the Foundation and its mission is evident in his emphatic direction to his “tribe”, his affectionate moniker for his PD comrades. “It is so important to be engaged in the universe,” he says, “to bring victories into the here and now.

Acknowledge the challenge but not the disability. Don’t live in isolation because life is out here to be lived.”

The Davis Phinney Foundation is a wellspring of PD educational materials. They offer free online resources, most exceptionally The

Living Well Challenge webinars, the Every Victory Counts PD selfcare manual and chances to attend the face-to-face symposia series, The Victory Summit.

For details on all Foundation activities and resources, visit www. davisphinneyfoundation.org.

A support group is crucial to that glass-half-full drive to have a better day. For Davis, his darkest days become showered in light, fueled by his family, and from watching his son, Taylor. “With Taylor, it’s easier. I just look at what he has been doing and I am instantly connected to a magnificent source of energy,” he says.

THE FAMILY Davis and Taylor have a mutual respect that is healthy and vibrant. They have even written a book about their special bond, The Happiness of Pursuit. Aside from the inspiration he provides his dad, Taylor also is an integral part of the Foundation, donating $50,000 in the past two years.

But as for Taylor’s true hero in his life, he answers without

hesitation, “My mom. She is everything we need to keep it all together.” He laughs. “Is it weird that a 23-year-old man thinks of his mom as his hero?”

Although Davis and Connie have been married for more than 25 years, still Davis can hardly find the words. “She makes all of our lives. She knows how everyone is doing and what we are doing. Connie is the architect of our family day.”

When asked what makes Davis most proud, he responds without hesitation. “My children.” His bond with his son is obvious, but daughter, Kelsey, is another champion of her dad’s cause and a medal-winning Nordic skier. She attends college in Middlebury, Vt., where she studies neuroscience, surely inspired at least a bit by her father’s life.

Davis Phinney becomes quiet after reflecting on his family. Not much gets to him these days, but talking about his devotion to his wife and kids seems to cause a catch in his throat, and he casts a pensive glance my way. He understands it is their devotion

Photo courtesy Davis Phinney

Marianne Martin

Hamming it up, wacky humor infuses the bond between father and son.

A family vacation captures a young Taylor Phinney and his dad enjoying a day at Mont Blanc, France.

to him that makes this life of his such a joy.

It is apparent there is something about this family of athletes that goes far beyond any medal or yellow jersey. The Phinneys are people brimming with love and respect for one another, punctuated by ever-important daily doses of humor. The entire clan holds fast to the winning hallmarks that make for that big win. Flawless timing. Failsafe strategy. Herculean endurance.

Unflinching fearlessness.

EDITOR’S NOTE: The staff at Denver Hotel Magazine sends heartfelt wishes to the Phinney family for Taylor’s quick and complete recovery.

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Denver Hotel Magazine highlights six galleries in three of Denver’s trendiest nearby neighborhoods, each brimming with a fantastic array of traditional, contemporary and mixed-medium art venues. These are a handful of our favorites!

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Sir Elton John The Pepsi Center

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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Sir Elton John has become a legend in his own right, captivating audiences across the globe for decades. He is the third most successful artist in the history of American music charts, holds the record for biggest selling single of all time (“Candle in the Wind”) and has sold more than 250 million records worldwide. He is a Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee; a Grammy, Oscar and Tony award winner; and a Commander of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire, among other achievements. Elton is performing in only 10 cities across the U.S. on his “All The Hits” tour, which will include classic songs from across his career. Denver was chosen to be a part of this exclusive list, so don’t miss the chance to see the legend performing live.

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Denver Botanic Gardens

Chihuly Exhibit at the Denver Botanic Gardens

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This exhibition celebrates the work of avant-garde artists living in Paris at the turn of the nineteenth century, when the city was the center of creative activity. Featuring over 180 objects from Toulouse-Lautrec and his contemporaries, ranging from the Naturalists and the Symbolists to the Incohérents and the Nabis.

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Denver Botanic Gardens

Denver Art Museum

To create this unique display of artwork, Robert Buelteman electrifies plant specimens and then illuminates them by hand, creating distinctive and richly colored images.

An interesting look at how the changing styles of Japanese printmakers during a 100-year period reflect the nation’s changing culture.

Signs of Life: Photograms by Robert Buelteman

The stunning glass artistry of Dale Chihuly is on view in the gardens, featuring elegant sculptures ranging in size and style from small water floats to a 30-foot tower. Site-specific installations are placed throughout the 24-acre outdoor gardens, uniquely situated to respond to the area’s surrounding plants, flowers and architecture.

JULY 9–10

At the Mirror: Reflections of Japan in 20th-Century Prints

Tootie Heath Trio with Ethan Iverson & Ben Street Dazzle Restaurant and Lounge

Named “Best Jazz Club” by Westword and one of the top 100 jazz clubs in the world by Downbeat magazine, the DazzleJazz club is proud to host drummer Albert “Tootie” Heath, pianist Ethan Iverson and bassist Ben Street.

JULY 9–25

A man contemplates the pros and cons of married life by examining his married friends in this concept musical comprised of short vignettes.

A performance of the powerful true story of a nun’s spiritual journey as she counsels a death row inmate.

JULY 17–AUGUST 10

JULY 18–AUGUST 3 On the Edge: A Festival of New Plays V2!

Henry IV: Part 1

The Edge Theatre

The Colorado Shakespeare Festival brings Shakespeare’s most sophisticated history play to life in this story of a prince’s heroic journey.

Enjoy a new play each weekend as local playwrights compete for full production during the 2015 season.

University Theatre, CU Boulder

JULY 24 JULY 1–31

Sunrise and Evening Vinyasa Yoga in the Gardens Denver Botanic Gardens

Experience Vinyasa yoga amongst the harmony of the Gardens in the morning light or afternoon glow. All levels welcome.

JULY 2–26

Short Works Williams Stables Theatre

Featuring artists from Central City Opera’s Bonfils-Stanton Foundation Artists Training Program. Each performance includes staged scenes from the world’s most popular operas.

JULY 1–NOVEMBER 2

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The Bug Theatre

Dead Man Walking

Canvases and Company Denver Botanic Gardens

Spend time with friends creating garden-inspired paintings while enjoying snacks and libations in this scenic location.

Daniel Sprick’s Fictions: Recent Works Denver Art Museum

A compelling exhibit of more than 40 selected works by artist Daniel Sprick. Blurring the line between realism and abstract, his paintings are fascinating and original. His range of work encompasses richly detailed portraits to fascinating still-lifes.

JULY 25

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Company: The Musical

Red Rocks Amphitheatre

This blues-rock band from Jacksonville, Fla., led by husband-wife duo Derek Trucks and Susan Tedeschi, garnered much attention after winning a Grammy for Best Blues Album (Revelator) for their soulful roots-and-blues sound in 2011.

JULY 2–26

The Marriage of Figaro

JULY 29

Morning Photography

Central City Opera House

Denver Botanic Gardens

In this self-guided event, photograph the Garden’s beautiful Chihuly sculptures in the morning light before the garden opens.

Mark Kiryluk

JULY 1–19

Mozart’s classic opera depicting a comedy of deception and intrigue revolves around a servant and his rivalry with his master.

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Ellie Caulkins Opera House

Rod Stewart & Santana

Photo courtesy of Central City Opera

The Sound of Music

Rich in plot and music and featuring a full live orchestra.

Maria is a free-spirited nun-in-training not quite suited to a life of religion. She becomes governess to seven troublesome kids, and falls in love with their father during Nazi wartime.

Featuring beloved classics including Edelweiss, My Favorite Things and Do-Re-Mi.

Two of music’s most influential song makers and dynamic performers combine to create a can’t-miss concert as part of their summer tour, “The Voice, The Guitar, The Songs.” With decades of classic songs to pull from and huge fan bases in tow, this tour will be one of the biggest ever.

AUGUST 1

AUGUST 2

AUGUST 5

Lone Tree Arts Center

Denver Botanic Gardens

The Bovine Metropolis Theatre

A celebration of a true American music genre, this party features the Temptations, the Four Tops and the Jackson 5. With classic rhythms and harmonies playing into the night, you’ll be dancing and toe-tapping until dawn.

Experience the music of the Grammy-nominated artist’s “Little Black Dress” tour amongst the lush beauty of the gardens.

A hilarious improvised sportscast that interviews local sports stars and turns their stories into comedic gold.

AUGUST 2

AUGUST 16-17

Pepsi Center

Downtown Golden, Colo.

Don’t miss the infamous rock band playing their groundbreaking music for the final time on tour.

A medley of food, art and music, this festival has something for everyone. The open-air festival is adjacent to Clear Creek with scenic views of the water and foothills. The free event includes carriage rides, an art show, local food vendors and five entertainment stages.

Sara Bareilles

Motown Party

Mötley Crüe: The Final Tour AUGUST 1–2

Colorado Day History Colorado Center

Colorado is celebrating its 138th birthday this August!

To recognize the occasion, the History Colorado Center is offering two days of free admission, live performances and hands-on activities centered on the history of our beloved state.

AUGUST 3

Us The Duo Bluebird Theater

See this husband-and-wife folk-pop duo on the heels of the release of their newest album, “No Matter Where You Are.”

AUGUST 6

Pepsi Center

Superstar Lady Gaga is one of the best-known artists in the world, having already sold over four million concert tickets worldwide. Due to high demand, she added six new concerts to her North American tour, including one in Denver.

AUGUST 3

Vans Warped Tour Sports Authority Field at Mile High

The famous concert experience features Falling in Reverse, Of Mice and Men, The Ghost Inside and more.

Colorado State Fair & Rodeo Colorado State Fair Grounds

One of the largest pro rodeos in the country, the fair features a livestock and horse show, concerts, art exhibitions and a carnival. Don’t miss out on the monster trucks or demolition derby, either.

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Golden Fine Arts Festival

AUGUST 20–NOVEMBER 19

The Pump and Dump

A “parentally incorrect” comedy about the trials and tribulations of the world’s hardest job – parenthood – featuring games and prizes.

AUGUST 22

1964: The Tribute Red Rocks Amphitheatre

AUGUST 4 AUGUST 22–SEPTEMBER 1

SportsCenter-Prov

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Lady Gaga’s artRave: The ARTPOP Ball

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Fiddler’s Green Amphitheatre

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AUGUST 2–10

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CALENDAR

Chicago & REO Speedwagon Red Rocks Amphitheatre

The two Illinois rock icons will perform together on tour for the first time, co-headlining at Red Rocks.

Celebrating the 50th anniversary of The Beatles’ first performance in Colorado, this is the most unique and affordable Red Rocks event of the summer.

AUGUST 23

Reggae On the Rocks Red Rocks Amphitheatre

The top names in reggae come together for a harmonic festival, featuring Rebelution, Iration, English Beat and more.

september SEPTEMBER 6–20

SEPTEMBER 26–OCTOBER 5

Buell Theatre

Ellie Caulkins Opera House

A Midsummer Night’s Dream

Joan Marcus

Colorado Ballet

Pippin

CALENDAR

A young prince goes on a death-defying journey in search of the meaning behind his existence in this classic musical. After thrilling audiences 40 years ago, Pippin has returned to the stage with sizzling choreography and breathtaking acrobatics.

Performances will be held Tuesday through Sunday evenings with matinee showings on weekends.

The Colorado Ballet opens its 54th season with Shakespeare’s classic tale of mistaken love, magic and madness, enhanced with live music by the Colorado Ballet Orchestra and the Colorado Children’s Chorale. Between the fanciful costumes, majestic scenery, meddlesome fairies and crisscrossed young lovers, this ballet is pure magic.

SEPTEMBER 6

SEPTEMBER 19–OCTOBER 19

SEPTEMBER 17 & 18

Denver Botanic Gardens

Garner Galleria Theatre

Red Rocks Amphitheatre

The unique and experimental singer performs material from her newest album, based on the Garden of Eden story.

A zany comedy about the joys and pitfalls of matrimony, this real-life love story follows the rollercoaster relationship of a married couple.

SEPTEMBER 7

SEPTEMBER 25

Begins and ends at Thatcher Fountain

Red Rocks Amphitheatre

Visit a dozen artwork displays along the south exterior of the Denver Zoo, including the MLK Memorial and “Avian Front.”

This six-piece Led Zeppelin tribute band brings the legacy of the infamous group to life on Red Rocks’ scenic stage.

SEPTEMBER 12

SEPTEMBER 27

Denver Zoo

Bear Creek Center

A favorite for beer connoisseurs, enjoy a selection from 40 local breweries and 20 local restaurants.

Featuring live music, a car show, food and drinks, a silent auction and a chance to squeeze your own apple cider.

SEPTEMBER 27

SEPTEMBER 18

SEPTEMBER 27

Pepsi Center

Denver Center for the Performing Arts

Boettcher Concert Hall

Join the television and radio personality and M.D. Drew Pinsky as he explores what makes people do what they do.

The Colorado Symphony, the Denver Gay Men’s Chorus and the Denver Women’s Chorus join forces to present an evening of Broadway magic, drama and humor.

Brew at the Zoo

Dr. Drew Returns to Denver

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Jason Aldean, Florida Georgia Line & Tyler Farr

Morrison Ciderfest

Everything’s Coming Up Broadway!

Fillmore Plaza

Our Town

Celebrate a night of fashion with a world-class fashion runway and in-store events throughout the shopping district.

University Theatre, CU Boulder

This Pulitzer Prize-winning classic depicts life, love and death in small-town America as the inhabitants of Grover’s Corners contemplate the meaning of their existence.

Crosby, Stills & Nash Red Rocks Amphitheatre

On the heels of their sold-out spring tour, Crosby, Stills & Nash will rock the stage with classic hits as well as new material from each member. The group is donating $1 per ticket sold to charity.

CMA’s top male vocalist for four years in a row, Shelton will be performing hits both new and old with additional performances by The Band Perry, Neal McCoy and Dan + Shay.

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SEPTEMBER 26–OCTOBER 5

SEPTEMBER 23

Blake Shelton

SEPTEMBER 19

Fashion Night in Cherry Creek North

Jason Aldean, a country star pushing the limits of the genre, visits Red Rocks as part of his “Burn it Down” tour.

Special guests Florida Georgia Line and Tyler Farr will add to this stellar night of music.

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City Park Public Art Walking Tour

You say Tomato, I Say Shut Up!

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St. Vincent

Katy Perry Pepsi Center

International superstar Katy Perry will be touring to promote her new album, Prism. Opening performances by breakout twin singers Tegan and Sara, country star Kacey Musgraves and indie pop duo Capital Cities.

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SPORTS AUGUST 18–24

2014 BMW Championship

Cherry Hills Country Club

This year’s professional cycling challenge begins with a week in beautiful Colorado. For seven days, many of the world’s top cyclists will traverse roughly 600 miles of the scenic Rocky Mountains, including some of the world’s best topography. Displaying both amazing feats of athleticism and some of the most incredible views in the country, the race will begin in Aspen and continue through Snowmass, Crested Butte, Gunnison, Monarch Mountain, Colorado Springs, Woodland Park, Breckenridge, Vail and Boulder before wrapping up its Colorado tour in Denver on Aug. 24.

Each host city will put on special events as the cyclists pass through town, ranging from festivals and concerts to biking expos. At every stage, excited fans gather along the route to cheer on their favorite cyclists and take part in the action.

Don’t miss the fun as these world-class racers tackle American professional cycling’s highest elevation on the 12,095-foothigh Independence Pass near Aspen.

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USA Pro Cycling Challenge

SEPTEMBER 1–7

Various locations throughout Colorado

This September, the world’s best golfers are coming to the Mile High City. Gathering at the scenic Cherry Hills Country Club only 20 minutes south of downtown Denver, the top 70 golf players in the world will compete in the penultimate event of the PGA’s FedExCup Playoffs, which is being held in Colorado for the first time this year. World-class golfers like Jimmy Walker, Bubba Watson and Matt Kuchar will participate in the event, which is conducted by the Western Golf Association to benefit the Evans Scholars Foundation.

As the third of four events in the PGA TOUR Playoffs for the FedExCup, the BMW Championship determines the final field of 30 contestants for the TOUR Championship at East Lake Golf Club in Atlanta, Sept. 11-14. Adult tickets may be purchased online prior to the event; juniors 16 and under will receive free admission Tuesday through Sunday as long as they are accompanied by an adult.

All home games at Coors Field JULY 3–6 VS. LOS ANGELES DODGERS JULY 7–9 VS. SAN DIEGO PADRES JULY 11–13 VS. MINNESOTA TWINS JULY 21–23 VS. WASHINGTON NATIONALS JULY 25–27 VS. PITTSBURGH PIRATES AUG 5–7 VS. CHICAGO CUBS AUG 14–17 VS. CINCINNATI REDS AUG 19–20 VS. KANSAS CITY CHIEFS AUG 22–24 VS. MIAMI MARLINS SEPT 1–3 VS. SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS SEPT 5–7 VS. SAN DIEGO PADRES SEPT 15–17 VS. LOS ANGELES DODGERS SEPT 18–21 VS. ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS

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Bart Young / Colorado Rapids

Colorado Rockies Baseball

Colorado Rapids Soccer All home games at Dick’s Sporting Goods Park JULY 4 VS. COLUMBUS CREW JULY 25 VS. CHIVAS USA AUG 2 VS. REAL SALT LAKE AUG 20 VS. LOS ANGELES GALAXY SEPT 13 VS. PORTLAND TIMBERS SEPT 27 VS. SAN JOSE EARTHQUAKES

EVENTS JULY–OCTOBER 18 The LMAO Comedy Show (Comedy) Voodoo Comedy Playhouse JULY–OCTOBER 9 Civic Center Eats (Food, Music) Civic Center Conservancy JULY–AUGUST 30 Laserium: The Cosmic Laser Concert (Rock) Denver Museum of Nature and Science JULY–OCTOBER 9 D-Day Normandy: 1944 3D (Multimedia) Denver Museum of Nature and Science JULY–AUGUST 17 Toulouse-Lautrec and La Vie Moderne: Paris 1880-1910 (Art) Foothills Art Center JULY–NOVEMBER 30 Chihuly (Art) Denver Botanic Gardens JULY 1–19 Company: The Musical The Bug Theatre JULY–AUGUST 16 16th Street Fair (Arts & Crafts) 16th Street Mall JULY–NOVEMBER 2 Daniel Sprick’s Fictions: Recent Works (Paintings) Denver Art Museum JULY 1–31 Signs of Life: Photograms by Robert Buelteman (Art) Denver Botanic Gardens JULY 2–26 Short Works (Opera) Williams Stables Theatre JULY 2–26 The Marriage of Figaro (Opera) Central City Opera House JULY 5 Rodents of Unusual Size (Comedy) Spark Theatre JULY 6–SEPTEMBER 21 At the Mirror: Reflections of Japan in 20thCentury Prints (Art) Denver Art Museum JULY 9–10 Tootie Heath Trio with Ethan Iverson & Ben Street (Jazz) Dazzle Restaurant and Lounge JULY 9–25 Dead Man Walking (Opera) Central City Opera House JULY 10–20 The Bicycle Man (Musical, Comedy) Garner Galleria Theatre JULY 12 Bob Weir and Ratdog (Rock) Ogden Theatre JULY 12 High Five (Hip-hop) Gothic Theatre JULY 13 A Taste Of Mayhem (Death Metal) Fillmore Auditorium JULY 13–SEPTEMBER 14 Beyond Pop Art: A Tom Wesselmann Retrospective (Art) Denver Art Museum

JULY 14 Rockstar Energy Drink Mayhem Festival (Heavy Metal) Red Rocks Amphitheatre JULY 15 Goo Goo Dolls & Daughtry with Plain White T’s (Rock) Red Rocks Amphitheatre JULY 15 Move Live on Tour: Julianne Hough & Derek Hough (Dance) Paramount Theatre JULY 16 Journey and Steve Miller Band with Tower of Power (Rock) Pepsi Center JULY 17–AUGUST 10 Henry IV: Part 1 (History, Drama) University Theatre, CU Boulder JULY 18 Brian Regan (Comedy) Pikes Peak Center JULY 18 ZOSO (The Ultimate Led Zeppelin Experience) (Rock) Bluebird Theater JULY 18–AUGUST 3 On the Edge: A Festival of New Plays V2!

(Theater) The Edge Theatre JULY 24 Canvases and Company (Art) Denver Botanic Gardens JULY 24 The Music of ABBA (Pop) Red Rocks Amphitheatre JULY 25 Tedeschi Trucks Band (Blues, Rock) Red Rocks Amphitheatre JULY 27 Tori Amos - Unrepentant Geraldines Tour (Alternative Rock) Paramount Theatre JULY 29 Jesus Christ: Superstar (Opera, Rock) The Pepsi Center JULY 31 HARD RED ROCKS (EDM) Red Rocks Amphitheatre AUGUST 1 Amos Lee with the Colorado Symphony (Orchestral) Red Rocks Amphitheatre AUGUST 1 Rowdy Shadehouse (Funk) Bluebird Theater AUGUST 1 Motown Party (Motown) Lone Tree Arts Center AUGUST 1–2 Colorado Day (History) History Colorado Center AUGUST 2 Rodents of Unusual Size (Comedy) Spark Theatre AUGUST 2 Sara Bareilles (Pop Rock, Piano) Denver Botanic Gardens

AUGUST 2 Mötley Crüe: The Final Tour (Rock) Pepsi Center

SEPTEMBER 7 City Park Public Art Walking Tour (Art) Begins and ends at Thatcher Fountain

AUGUST 2–10 The Sound of Music (Opera) Ellie Caulkins Opera House

SEPTEMBER 12 Brew at the Zoo (Food & Drink) Denver Zoo

AUGUST 3 Us The Duo (Folk Pop) Bluebird Theater

SEPTEMBER 13 Coheed and Cambria (Rock) Fillmore Auditorium

AUGUST 3 Vans Warped Tour (Rock, Metal, Pop) Sports Authority Field at Mile High

SEPTEMBER 17 & 18 Jason Aldean, Florida Georgia Line & Tyler Farr (Country) Red Rocks Amphitheatre

AUGUST 4 Chicago & REO Speedwagon (Rock) Red Rocks Amphitheatre AUGUST 5 SportsCenter-Prov (Comedy) The Bovine Metropolis Theatre AUGUST 6 Lady Gaga’s artRave: The ARTPOP Ball (Pop) Pepsi Center AUGUST 12 Rod Stewart & Santana (Rock) Fiddler’s Green Amphitheatre AUGUST 16–17 Golden Fine Arts Festival (Fair) Downtown Golden, Colo.

AUGUST 19 Aerosmith and Slash (Rock) Pepsi Center AUGUST 19 Under the Influence of Music Tour: Wiz Khalifa (Hip-hop, Rap) Red Rocks Amphitheatre AUGUST 20–NOVEMBER 19 (COMEDY) The Pump and Dump Comedy Works South at the Landmark AUGUST 22 1964: Beatles Tribute (Rock) Red Rocks Amphitheatre AUGUST 22 Comedy with Steve McGrew and Chris Voth (Comedy) PACE center

SEPTEMBER 18 Dr. Drew Returns to Denver Denver Center for the Performing Arts SEPTEMBER 19 Fashion Night in Cherry Creek North (Fashion) Fillmore Plaza SEPTEMBER 19–OCTOBER 19 You say Tomato, I Say Shut Up! (Comedy) Garner Galleria Theatre SEPTEMBER 20 Grace Potter & the Nocturnals (Rock) Red Rocks Amphitheatre SEPTEMBER 23 Crosby, Stills & Nash (Folk Rock) Red Rocks Amphitheatre SEPTEMBER 23 Wine Tasting (Food & Drink) Park Hill Golf Course SEPTEMBER 24 Kings of Leon (Rock) Red Rocks Amphitheatre SEPTEMBER 25–OCTOBER 4 Denver Beer Fest (Food & Drink) Denver Metro Area SEPTEMBER 25 Get the Led Out (Rock) Red Rocks Amphitheatre SEPTEMBER 26–OCTOBER 5 Our Town (Drama) University Theatre, CU Boulder

AUGUST 22–SEPTEMBER 1 Colorado State Fair & Rodeo (Fair) Colorado State Fair Grounds

SEPTEMBER 26 Juan Gabriel (Mariachi, Latin Pop) Pepsi Center

AUGUST 23 Reggae On the Rocks (Reggae) Red Rocks Amphitheatre

SEPTEMBER 26 & 27 Rowdytown III: Big Gigantic (EDM) Red Rocks Amphitheatre

AUGUST 24 The Offspring, featuring Bad Religion and Pennywise (Punk Rock) Fiddler’s Green Amphitheatre

SEPTEMBER 26–OCTOBER 5 A Midsummer Night’s Dream (Ballet) Ellie Caulkins Opera House

SEPTEMBER 2 SportsCenter-Prov (Comedy) The Bovine Metropolis Theatre SEPTEMBER 4 Arctic Monkeys (Indie Rock) Red Rocks Amphitheatre

SEPTEMBER 27 Blake Shelton (Country) Pepsi Center SEPTEMBER 27 Morrison Ciderfest (Food & Drink) Bear Creek Center

SEPTEMBER 8 Linkin Park (Rock) Fiddler’s Green Amphitheatre

SEPTEMBER 27 Everything’s Coming Up Broadway!

(Musical, Drama, Comedy) Boettcher Concert Hall

SEPTEMBER 6 St. Vincent (Indie Pop) Denver Botanic Gardens

SEPTEMBER 30 Katy Perry (Pop) Pepsi Center

SEPTEMBER 6–20 Pippin (Musical) Buell Theatre

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DINING

1515 Restaurant

Barolo Grill

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.”

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.

1515 Market Street 303.571.0011 1515Restaurant.com

Acorn Chef/owner Steven Redzikowski serves up contemporary American cuisine in this innovative new epicurean marketplace located in the River North (RiNo) District. Housed in a reclaimed 1880’s foundry, the atmosphere is as innovative as the food. Co-owner Bryan Dayton delivers fabulous cocktails, artisan wines and beers.

3030 E. 6th Ave. 303.393.1040 BaroloGrillDenver.com

Beast + Bottle Owned by siblings Chef Paul C. Reilly and House Manager Aileen 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.

Buckhorn Exchange

derful selection of French wines are on hand to complement the meal, representing France’s major wine regions. The restaurant’s “Vin Maison” wine program allows guests to select different wines to accompany their meal.

1420 Larimer Street 303.825.3232 BistroVendome.com

Bittersweet This award-winning restaurant offers artisanal cuisine steeped in old-world traditions. From handmade breads, tempting pastas and creative desserts, to produce grown in on-site gardens, every aspect of its dining experience blends authentic flavors with local ingredients.

500 E. Alameda Ave. 303.942.0320 BittersweetDenver.com

Black Pearl

3350 Brighton Blvd 720.542.3721

BeastandBottle.com

Founded in 1893, Buckhorn Exchange boasts a colorful history reflected in its food and décor.

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

DenverAcorn.com

Beatrice & Woodsley

1000 Osage St. 303.534.9505

Argyll

The atmosphere is as original as the menu, which features contemporary American cuisine focused on seasonal offerings. Many items are made from locally grown ingredients, and the restaurant prides itself on strong attention to working with local, organic, humane and environmentally conscientious producers.

The gastropub concept originated in the U.K., and Denver’s Argyll GastroPub presents a “notched up” version, with pub fare featuring fresh ingredients served in an authentic “public house” ambience. Noted chef John Broening has created a superb menu, and seasoned sommelier and whiskey enthusiast Ryan Conklin has assembled top-notch spirits.

1035 E. 17th Avenue 303.847.0850 ArgyllDenver.com

Bang!

With a menu as colorful as the restaurant’s exterior, Bang! quickly became a hit among locals and tourists looking for a great place to dine in The Highlands, just north of downtown Denver. The dress is casual, but the food is as good as it gets, whether it’s a shared calamari appetizer a fresh salad or a plate of baby back ribs. Comfort food and so much more!

3472 W. 32nd Avenue 303.455.1117 BangDenver.com

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719 E. 17th St. 303.623.3223

The tastes of the Old world and new cuisine blend wonderfully to create a memorable dining experience. Beatrice & Woodsley is as original as the name implies, and has garnered great attention and kudos from foodies around town. The dinner menu is a delight, and the brunch is sure to put a smile on your face.

38 S. Broadway 303.777.3505 BeatriceAndWoodsley.com

Bistro Vendome This classic French bistro is named after Place Vendome, a local favorite in the heart of Paris.

Located in the historic Sussex Building in the heart of downtown’s Larimer Square, Bistro Vendome serves up classic French bistro fare made from local, seasonal ingredients. A won-

1529 S. Pearl Street 303.777.0500 BlackPearlDenver.com

Bones An Asian-inspired noodle house with a twist that’s uniquely Frank Bonanno’s, the chef/ owner of a growing empire of top-notch local eateries. Situated between two other highly popular Bonanno restaurants, Luca D’Italia and Mizuna, Bones offers a unique, casual dining experience that nevertheless has a gourmet feel. The space is small; the flavors are anything but. And the noodle bowls are all the rage.

701 Grant Street 303.860.2929 BonesDenver.com

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 dryaged steak and one of 5,000 wines from the award-winning wine list.

1450 Larimer St. 303.539.2500 TheCapitalGrille.com

Central Bistro and Bar From every point of view, Central is an American restaurant, from the well thought-out recipes to the great atmosphere. Vintage furnishings create a place of comfort and relaxation, and that is exactly what you’ll want to do once you sample the food. Whether you’re in the mood for something from the sea or the land, Central will have you coming back next time in you’re in town.

1691 Central Street 303.477.4582 CentralBistroBar.com

Charcoal Restaurant

Cool River Café

Duo Restaurant

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.

43 W. 9th Avenue 303.454.0000 CharcoalDining.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 303.526.9813 Chart-House.com

Cholon Modern Asian Bistro 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

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 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.

2100 Curtis Street 720.420.9898 TheCurtisClub.com

Del Frisco’s Double Eagle Steak House 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.

8100 E. Orchard Rd. 303.796.0100 DelFriscos.com

Denver Chophouse & Brewery 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

Euclid Hall Bar & Kitchen

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

Jennifer Olson

If you’re looking for one restaurant that boasts service equally as phenomenal as the food, Charcoal is the place to go. Executive Chef Patrik Landberg uses the highest-quality ingredients, and from there, lets the food do the talking. No overdone sauces to mask the flavor, just delicious food every time. The restaurant’s custom-designed “Bincho” charcoal grill is a staple used to prepare many of the meals.

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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

Eat + Drink

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.

1317 14th St. 303.595.4255 EuclidHall.com

Flagstaff House Restaurant

A wine and cheese emporium offering more than 100 artisan cheeses, gourmet foods and lots of wines. Located in LoHi, this is a great place to grab a quick lunch or enjoy some wine and cheese on a warm summer night.

1541 Platte Street 303.477.3288 EatDrinkIncDenver.com

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.

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.

1111 14th St. 303.389.3343

1138 Flagstaff Rd., Boulder 303.442.4640

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Fogo De Chao

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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.

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

ELWAY’S CHERRY CREEK 2500 E. 1st Ave., Unit 101 303.399.5353

1513 Wynkoop St. 303.623.9600

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The Fort Sample a tantalizing selection of old and new cuisine from the early West, including beef, buffalo, wild game and seafood at this award-winning restaurant. Featured in Bon D E N V E R H OT E L M A G A Z I N E

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Appétit, The Fort reportedly sells more buffalo steaks than any other independently owned restaurant in the country.

19192 Colorado 8, Morrison 303.697.4771

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.

relaxing over a great cup of coffee or a grilled cheese and peach chutney sandwich. The food is fresh, the ambience inviting, and a great choice for breakfast or lunch.

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.

1 Broadway 303.733.8881

3090 Larimer Street 303.296.2317

5370 Greenwood Plaza Blvd.

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The Kitchen

Glance into the open-air kitchen as Milanese chef and owner Andrea Frizzi prepares dishes inspired by northern Italian recipes at Il Posto.

The resident sommelier selects the perfect wine for any meal. And the ever-changing menu features local organic produce and meats, along with fresh seafood flown in daily.

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Frasca Named after friendly, informal gathering places in the Friuli-Venezia-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 303.442.6966 FrascaFoodAndWine.com

Fruition 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

Fuel Café Located in the oh-so-hip Taxi district near downtown Denver, Fuel Café is a great place for small groups or larger parties. Featuring small plates and great drinks, this is the type of restaurant that brings out the best parts of eating out, whether you’re in the mood for a great brunch, steak or chicken or an interesting medley of small plates.

3455 Ringsby Court 303.996.6988 FuelCafeDenver.com

Go Fish

If you’re looking for a twist on a traditional steakhouse, Guard & Grace is your destination.

Owner Troy Guard calls his beautiful establishment a “Progressive-modern steakhouse,” and indeed this is a far cry from the leather booths and darker ambience of other high-end steak places. The focus is on lots of light, inside foliage and a great menu. There are seafood options aplenty, and a wine list that’s second to none.

Hapa Sushi Grill & Sake Bar 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

Chefs DJ Nagle and Kollin Gandy are all about serving up the freshest, tastiest food possible, whether it’s a simple or a sumptuous dish of lobster spaghetti. From the down-home to the downright delicious, this is one restaurant that will surprise you with the preparation, making you wonder how food that sounds so simple can taste so great? Ingredients are mostly local, and produce, farm and fish are prepared onsite on a daily basis.

For a fun respite from a busy day, make your way over to Hutch & Spoon, where chef/ owner Tracy Zimmer is hard at work designing ever-changing menus that reflect her commitment to fresh ingredients made in just the right way. The casual atmosphere is great for

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. 303.544.5973 DENVER 1530 16th St. 303.623.3127 TheKitchenCommunity.com

This is a great addition to southeast Denver’s restaurant scene. It features a new concept, developed by the founder of Footer’s Restaurant and Baur’s Ristorante, and combines classic comfort food with a warm, inviting ambiance.

La Biblioteca Denver

6955 S. York St., Centennial 303.730.7200 IvyAtTheGlenn.com

Izakaya Den Internationally heralded chef Richard Sandoval has taken is well-regarded Manhattan concept “the Library of Tequila” and created an eclectic menu of Latin-Asian specialties. The intimate venue boasts a massive collection of tequilas, mezcals and agave spirits, and food ranges from sushi to tacos to small plates.

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1801 California Street 303.293.8500

1700 Humboldt Street 303.813.1700

In the heart of the trendy blocks of Broadway, just minutes from downtown, Go Fish offers creative Asian appetizers, entrees, noodle and

2011 E. 17th Ave. 303.394.0100

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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 and refreshing cocktails in an understated, upscale ambiance.

1518 S. Pearl St. 303.777.0691 IzakayaDen.net

Jing 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

1610 Little Raven Street 720.904.0965 RichardSandoval.com/LaBibliotecaDenver

La Cour Their website sums it up best: The Monley family and friends, with members who live in Denver and Paris, decided to share their love affair with France – and the way that fine food, drink and art can elevate a person’s senses. A unique and fun place featuring local and imported meats, cheeses and breads. Affordable French wines and great art make this a great way to spend a few hours.

1643 S. Broadway 303.777.5000 DenversArtBar.com

Linger

Lower48 Kitchen The name pays homage to the lower 48 states and foods special to these regions. This theme is carried through in the décor, which represents modern America. The heritage of the nation is evidenced throughout, with modern accents to round out the interest. The menu changes daily, and you can always be assured it will be something delicious.

The vibrant international cuisine at Linger reflects a broad farm-to-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 Lawrence Street 303-942-0262 Lower48Kitchen.com

Luca D’Italia

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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.

Little Ollie’s

711 Grant St. 303.832.6600

2020 W. 30th Ave. 303.993.3120

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. Little Ollie’s patio is open year round and abounds with flowers in the summer months.

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

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McCormick’s Fish House & Bar 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 award-winning happy hour specials.

1659 Wazee St. 303.825.1107

Lola Mexican Fish House

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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.

Mizuna

1575 Boulder Street 720-570-8686 LolaDenver.com

Los Chingones Restaurateur Troy Guard’s foray into the world of Mexican food is really all about tacos, and his selections are drawing rave reviews. Locals are going gaga over the octopus tacos, the shrimp tacos, the butternut squash tacos.

Pretty much everything you would never dream of putting in a taco has made its way in one at Los Chingones, and the result is wonderful. It’s not a fancy place, it’s just plain fun.

2461 Larimer Street 303-295-0686 LosChingonesMexican.com

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

225 E. 7th Ave. 303.832.4778 MizunaDenver.com

Morton’s Steak House 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.

1710 Wynkoop St. 303.825.3353 Mortons.com/Denver

Ocean Prime 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.

1465 Larimer St. 303.825.3663 OceanPrimeDenver.com

Old Major When a restaurant prides itself on serving sustainable cuisine, 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

North Italia The flavors of Italy come alive at this restaurant that is part of Fox Restaurant Concepts.

Long a staple of the lively Cherry Creek North shopping area, North consistently serves up some mouthwatering Italian fare. Featuring a great variety of small plates, and excellent entrees, pizzas and pastas.

190 Clayton Lane 720.941.7700 NorthItaliaRestaurant.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 sandwiches, soups and salads, made from scratch using organic and locally sourced produce.

1552 E. 17th Ave. 303.832.8663 OliveAndFinchEatery.com

DINING Palace Arms 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.

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 award-winning 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

Opus French inspired with old-world charm, Opus is definitely charming residents and visitors in Cherry Creek North. Whether you order from the tasting menu, stop in for the Sunday brunch or select one of the wonderful entrees, this will be a meal to remember.

250 Josephine Street 303.355.5853 OpusDine.com

Osteria Marco 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.

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. 303.740.9449 Pappadeaux.com

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Rialto Café

P17 Billing itself as a neighborhood bistro, P17 has a huge base of fans who come for the experience and return for the great food. This is a place that is casual enough to attract the neighborhood crowd, yet chef/owner Mary Nguyen’s creative technique draws people from across town and across the country. She is a masterful chef, and her talent is reflected in her creative dishes.

1600 17th Avenue 303.399.0988 P17Denver.com

The Plimoth The menus are constantly changing at The Plimoth, as the restaurant’s team of talented, creative chefs continue creating food that is fun, fresh and flavorful. Whether your taste runs toward a smoked salmon salad, smoked pastrami tartine or creatively prepared steak, you won’t be disappointed when you order items that taste as good as they sound.

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Session Kitchen

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

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The Populist

1431 Larimer St. 303.820.2282

This gem of a restaurant has won kudos for so many reasons: the sense of community created by the numerous community tables, the creatively prepared small plates that are simply meant to be savored and shared, and the wonderful food and wine. The menu is fun, the drinks are fun, the experience is … well … fun!

3163 Larimer Street 720.432.3163 The PopulistDenver.com

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.

1109 Ogden Ave. 303.832.5788 PotagerRestaurant.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 triedand-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

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Sushi Den

707 15th Street 303-825-0713

Featuring a menu inspired by Mediterranean food and influenced by local ingredients, 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.

2335 28th Avenue 303.297.1215

House,” a 60-seat restaurant located in New Orleans. The Denver restaurant, newly relocated near the Convention Center, is a go-to destination for serious steak enthusiasts.

The space itself is totally cool: great art combined with an oh-so-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.”

1518 S. Pearl St. 720.763.3387 SessionKitchen.com

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

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Row 14 Bistro & Wine Bar Great food and great wine without the pretense is what owner David Schneider presents to patrons of Row 14. The featured cocktail of the week introduces customers to everything from the fun to the exotic, and the wine selection is a home run. By the way, the crispy brussels sprouts are great!

891 14th Street 303.825.0100 Row14Denver.com

Ruth’s Chris Steak House The Ruth’s Chris Steak House legacy began more than 40 years ago, when Ruth Fertel mortgaged her home to purchase “Chris Steak

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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

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.

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.

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1487 S. Pearl St. 303.777.0826

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1600 W. 33rd Avenue 303.993.4200

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.

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

Squeaky Bean 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 ever-changing menu of seasonal fare, and the majority of the produce and herbs are grown organically in the restaurant’s own gardens.

1500 Wynkoop Street 303.623.2665 TheSqueakyBean.net

2267 Kearney St. 303.388.0299 TablesOnKearney.com

Tag Chef/Owner Troy Guard uses fresh local ingredients to offer a 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.

1441 Larimer Street 303.996.9985 Tag-Restaurant.com

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.

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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.

True Food Kitchen

2239 W. 30th Ave. 303.477.1111

1801 Broadway 303.293.3228

2800 E. Second Avenue 720.509.7661 TrueFoodKitchen.com

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.

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Ya Ya’s Chef/owner Richard Sandoval presents a masterful presentation of Latin-Asian dishes that have made Zengo a staple in Denver’s dining community. Dishes are made for sharing, and once you sample the fare you’ll understand why Bon Appetit named Sandoval Restaurateur of the Year. The décor is lively, the handcrafted cocktails are wildly popular and with more than 100 Tequilas, what more could any diner want?

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.

2233 Larimer St. 303.293.0287

1610 Little Raven Street 720.904.0965

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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.

1700 Wynkoop St. 303.534.2222

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1585 Lawrence St. 303.575.9000

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While it’s obvious that True Food is all about healthy eating, it sure doesn’t taste that way. Meals are full of flavor and the way the restaurant packs in the crowds, it’s pretty obvious people keep coming back for more. The restaurant is dedicated to offering food that tastes good and is good for you .. a winning combination.

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

8310 E. Belleview Ave., Greenwood Village 303.741.1110 YaYasDenver.com

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Vesta Dipping Grill 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.

1822 Blake St. 303.296.1970 VestaGrill.com

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16th Street Mall

Cherry Creek North

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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 hardto-find gift will love this district with a flavor all its own.

Built in 1982, the 16th Street Mall is a treelined, 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 milelong Mall seven days a week.

Entire length of 16th Street 303.534.6161

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.

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

Cherry Creek Shopping Center

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Antique Row 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 pet-friendly, open-air retail village is home to over 55 stores and restaurants, including Pottery Barn, The Gap, Apple, See’s Candies, Hot Mama, Ted’s Montana Grill and more.

7301 S. Santa Fe Dr., Littleton 303.794.0640 ShopAspenGrove.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.

408 S. Teller St., Lakewood 303.742.1520 BelmarColorado.com

Downtown Golden

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

Flatirons Crossing 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.

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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 303.795.5006 DowntownLittleton.com

Larimer Square

One West Flatiron Crossing, Broomfield 720.887.7467 FlatIronCrossing.com

The Rocky Mountain region’s premier shopping environment features more than 160 shops 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.

3000 E. 1st Ave. 303.388.3900 ShopCherryCreek.com

Colorado Mills Denver’s only indoor outlet mall features highend 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.

14500 W. Colfax Avenue Lakewood, CO 80401 303.384.3000 Simon.com/Mall/Colorado-Mills

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.

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.

Bordered by Lincoln Street, Colfax Avenue & Speer Boulevard 720.253.2774

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Highlands Three diverse commercial districts comprise this neighborhood: 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

Larimer Street btwn.14th & 15th Streets 303.534.2367

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

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SHOPPING 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.

Lauren, Guess, GAP, Coach, Banana Republic, J Crew, Columbia and more. A beautiful setting for some fabulous buys.

246-V Rainbow Drive, Silverthorne 866.746.7686 OutletsAtSilverthorne.com

Park Meadows

The Shops at Northfield Stapleton

Southwest Plaza

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.

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.

8340 Northfield Blvd.

303.375.5475 NorthfieldStapleton.com

Streets at Southglenn

1059 S. Gaylord St. 303.733.2670

Old South Pearl Street

1569 S. Pearl St. 303.892.1112 SouthPearlStreet.com

Olde Town Arvada 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.

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 303.792.5384 ParkMeadows.com

Pearl Street Mall

7307 Grandview Ave., Arvada 303.420.6100 OldeTownArvada.org

Outlets At Castle Rock The Outlets at Castle Rock is the largest openair 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 303.688.4495 OutletsAtCastlerock.com

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E. Arapahoe Road, Centennial 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.

ShopSouthlands.com

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

River North Art District (RiNo)

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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 &

6155 Main St., Aurora 303.627.5000

BoulderDowntown.com

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

SouthwestPlaza.com

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.

SouthGaylordStreet.com

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.

8501 W. Bowles Ave., Littleton 303.973.7062

Situated just north of downtown , RiNo is home to an eclectic mix of galleries, artists, wineries, breweries, and more. If you’re in the market for unique, fabulous art, RiNo is the place to be, with a host of galleries showcasing works by some of the city’s most talented artists.

North of downtown Denver RiverNorthArt.com

1710 29th St., Boulder 303.444.0722 TwentyNinth.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 303.892.1112 VisitTheLandmark.com/Shops.htm

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Art District On Santa Fe Home to many artists and studios, this arts district has become a 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., Denver 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 showcases theatrical shows, musical performances and local and touring art exhibitions.

6901 Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada 720.898.7200

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., Denver 303.893.4100

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, Denver DenverTheatreDistrict.com

Colorado Ballet

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., Westminster 303.469.5441

ColoradoBallet.org

The Colorado Symphony

Butterflies.org

Chautauqua Park 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 the park, one of 20 National Historic Landmarks in Colorado.

900 Baseline Rd., Boulder 303.442.3282 Chautauqua.com

Cherry Creek Reservoir

Performing traditional, modern and classical works, the Colorado Symphony offers yearround concerts featuring everything from light summer shows to performances by celebrated musicians.

1000 14th St., No. 15, Denver 303.623.7876 ColoradoSymphony.org

Parks.State.CO.us

Denver Botanic Gardens

Denver Theatre District

THE GREAT OUTDOORS

1278 Lincoln St., Denver 303.837.8888

1313 Sherman St., Denver 303.866.3437

DenverCenter.org

ArvadaCenter.org

A treat for classical and modern dance enthusiasts, the Colorado Ballet boasts 30 members from around the globe presenting a variety of exciting performances.

Denver Zoo

ities such as hiking, camping, backpacking, snowboarding and more may be enjoyed seasonally.

Seasoned outdoor enthusiasts and weekend warriors alike flock here. Located just outside Denver, it boasts exceptional fishing and water recreation. Visit the surrounding state parks to enjoy outdoor pursuits all year.

4201 S. Parker Rd., Aurora 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 activ-

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As one of the top-ranked facilities in the United States, the 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.

York Street & Mordecai Children’s Garden 1007 York St., Denver 720.865.3500

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., Denver 303.376.4800 DenverZoo.org

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., Denver 303.561.4450

BotanicGardens.org

DowntownAquarium.com

Denver Botanic Gardens at Chatfield

Fiske Planetarium

Situated on a working farm on the banks of Deer Creek, this offers beautiful hiking through fields of wildflowers, fantastic bird-watching and a new butterfly experience.

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.

8500 W. Deer Creek Canyon Rd., Littleton 720.865.4336

2414 Regent Dr., Boulder 303.492.5002

BotanicGardens.org

Fiske.Colorado.edu

Mount Goliath Mount Evans Scenic Byway

Flatirons Vista Trailhead

Located 17 miles from Idaho Springs near Mt. Evans, this stunning area abounds with wildflowers and wildlife. Great views and hiking trails make this a local gem.

Bailey, CO 80421 720.865.3585

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.

3663 State Hwy. 93, Boulder 303.441.3440 ProTrails.com/trails

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 including hiking, dining al fresco and sightseeing.

Rocky Mountain Arsenal National Wildlife Refuge This area supports more than 330 species of wildlife, including bald eagles, hawks, mule deer and more, on a 15,000-acre expanse of shortgrass prairie. Reconnect with nature at one of the finest conservation success stories in history.

303.987.7800

6550 Gateway Rd., Commerce City 303.289.0232

DenverMountainParks.wordpress.com

fws.gov/Rocky_Mountain_Arsenal

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Denver Museum of Nature & Science

offers a unique window into the inspirational life of an American hero.

MollyBrown.org

For 60 years, the Coliseum has hosted such events as the acclaimed National Western Stock Show, concerts, ice skating and auto and trade shows.

Museum of Contemporary Art Denver

4600 Humboldt St., Denver 720.865.2475

1340 Pennsylvania St., Denver 303.832.4092

Washington Park 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 Ave, Denver 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.

For more than 100 years, the Denver Museum of Nature & Science has allowed visitors to explore the cosmos and uncover brilliant gems and minerals. Enjoy the IMAX theater and planetarium or go toe-to-toe with a T-Rex … if you dare!

2001 Colorado Blvd., Denver 303.370.6000 DMNS.org

Kirkland Museum of Fine & Contemporary Art

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., Denver 303.298.7554 MCADenver.org

Wings Over The Rockies Air & Space Museum Located on the former grounds of Lowry Air Force Base, Colorado’s Air and Space Museum offers a trip through the state’s rich aeronautics history from distinctive aircraft nose art to stirring exhibits.

2121 Children’s Museum Dr., Denver 303.433.7444

7711 E. Academy Blvd., Denver 303.360.5360

MyChildrensMuseum.org

WingsMuseum.org

Clyfford Still Museum

OTHER VENUES

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.

1250 Bannock St., Denver 720.354.4880 ClyffordStillMuseum.org

Denver Art Museum

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., Denver 303.832.8576

Colorado State Capitol Beaming through the Denver skyline is the gold-plated dome of the state 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.

KirklandMuseum.org

200 E. Colfax Ave., Denver 303.866.2604

Littleton Museum

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Presenting 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.

Coors Field

100 W. 14th Avenue Pkwy., Denver 720.865.5000 DenverArtMuseum.org

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MizelMuseum.org

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

America’s only downtown theme park and waterpark has operated consecutively for more than 120 years. Elitch is sheer fun, making this a go-to destination for locals and out-oftown visitors.

2000 Elitch Circle, Denver 303.595.4386 ElitchGardens.com

Pepsi Center

Opened in 1999, 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 music megastars and top performers.

1000 Chopper Circle, Denver 303.405.1111 PepsiCenter.com

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., Denver 720.258.3000

Experience traditional beer brewing in the Rocky Mountains. Become acquainted with malting, brewing and packaging processes, then sip a cold sample while resting on icecube benches in the fresh beer room.

Mizel 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.

Elitch Gardens

MillerCoors Brewery Tour

Littletongov.org/museum

400 S. Kearney St., Denver 303.647.6522

DenverColiseum.com

SportsAuthorityFieldatMileHigh.com

6028 S. Gallup St., Littleton 303.795.3950

A fascinating 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.

Denver Coliseum

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.

2001 Blake St., Denver 303.292.0200 Colorado.Rockies.MLB.com

13th & Ford St., Golden 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., Denver 303.427.7873 WaterWorldColorado.com

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Beautiful music in a gorgeous setting sets the tone for Bravo! Vail. Now in its 27th season, Bravo! Vail has been hailed by NPR as one of the Top 10 “Can’t Miss” Classical Musical Festivals in the U.S. Amid a field of wildflowers and towering aspen trees, the heralded New York Philharmonic, The Dallas Symphony Orchestra and the Philadelphia Orchestra perform from June 27 through August 2, 2014.

For tickets and information visit BravoVail.org

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