THE FOODIE ISSUE
FOOD + BEVERAGE
LOCAL RESTAURANT SPOTLIGHTS: DISCOVER HIDDEN GEMS AND CULINARY INNOVATIONS
THANKSGIVING FOOD DRIVE
Help feed Arvada High School families in need this holiday season.
150+ families in your community benefit from the generosity of individuals like you. Feed families in need by providing complete meals or any of the items from the list below for underprivileged families to enjoy at the holidays.
WAYS TO HELP
drop-off at 7903 Ralston Rd, Arvada between 11/11 - 11/14 monetary donation (Venmo, check, or cash accepted)
A complete meal includes all of the following items:
*no glass jars
1. $25 grocery store gift card AND
2. canned vegetables (2)
3. canned fruit (2)
4. canned or packet gravy (2)
5. instant potatoes (family size)
6. stuffing (family size)
7. canned cranberry sauce (2)
8. jello (4)
9. bisquick (family size)
10. juice packets or boxes
11. dessert mix packets or boxes - cookies, brownies, etc. (2)
ELITE SPONSORS
FOR INQUIRIES:
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Linda Arcos, Lantern Home Group: 720-498-4004
Cody Sturma, Arvada Lifestyle: 574-361-8543
The Foodie Issue
My Fellow Foodies,
It’s an absolute pleasure to share my love for local cuisine with you all! While my first thought is always tacos, tacos, tacos, there’s so much more out there to explore. Let me guide you through a few of my favorite local spots.
Tacos:
Teocalli offers a unique twist on tacos, elevating them beyond the typical street fare with bold, unexpected flavors. If you're craving authentic street tacos, go to 80th & Federal, then head south on Federal. You’ll find a lineup of taco trucks, each offering something special, from unique meats and flavors to different shell types and salsa varieties. The green salsa is my personal favorite, but you truly can’t go wrong!
Pizza:
Pizza is often a controversial topic, but Bluegrass stands out for a great traditional local pie. For those who love deep-dish, Giordano’s at Freedom Street Social is a must-try. Their gooey cheese pulls and buttery crust are a delight for any pizza lover.
Thai:
Sanun Thai is my go-to for incredible chicken pad thai. The noodles are perfectly cooked, and they offer various heat levels to suit your spice tolerance. The medium heat option delivers a satisfying kick without being overwhelming, leaving each bite packed with flavor.
Indian:
Another gem is Spice Room, a newer addition to Arvada’s food scene, offering dishes rich in herbs and spices—perfect for a flavorful adventure.
Mediterranean:
For Mediterranean options, Cava in Olde Town is a personal favorite. Whether you grab a pita or build a bowl, the fresh ingredients and bold flavors make it a standout choice.
Venture out this month and explore our local options! There are many fantastic places within our community that I haven’t mentioned, like our bakery scene, steakhouses, and many, many more! Email me your favorite spots—I’m eager to hear your personal recommendations and feedback from your new ventures!
Enjoy!
October 2024
PUBLISHER
Cody Sturma | cody.sturma@citylifestyle.com
PUBLICATION DIRECTOR
Lynn Davis | lynn.davis@citylifestyle.com
STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER
Rachel Audette | rachel@theturquoisecamera.com
CONTRIBUTING WRITERS
Michelle Parnell, Valerie Bianculli
CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS
Rachel Audette, Larry Herz, Joni Shrantz
Corporate Team
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Steven Schowengerdt
CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER Matthew Perry
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF HR Janeane Thompson
AD DESIGNER Andrew Sapad
LAYOUT DESIGNER Antanette Ray Learn
4: Hope House Founder Lisa Stevens, Lisa Schlarbaum and Dr. Dustin at the Joe Coors Classic. 5: Participants in the Joe Coors Hope House Classic Golf Tournament raised funds for Hope House. 6: Dr. Dustin Haupt of Avos Dental with Dr Belenski, Dr. Moore, and Dr. Fischera golfing.
Photography by Avos Dental Specialists
8: Jordan and Katie Kessler from The Carroll-Kessler Team at their Client Appreciation Night. 9: To show their appreciation, they hosted a pregame dinner for their clients at Coors Field. 10: TJ Carvalho and Jordan Kessler at the Rockies game enjoying the festivities. Photography by The Carroll-Kessler Team
11: Erin Sherman and Katrina Thompson of New Dawn Chiropractic & Acupuncture at Taste of Arvada. 12:
and drinks for attendees to try. 13: Erin Sherman and Katrina Thompson showing their
Photography by New Dawn Chiropractic & Acupuncture
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SESSENISUB the CITY LIST
Bakery
We have such amazing, innovative business leaders in our community who are proud to serve you, our residents, with class and quality. We’ve compiled some of our top company picks for the services that might be on your mind this month in an effort to make your lives a little easier.
Want to suggest a monthly pick?
La Patisserie Francaise lapatbakery.com/ | 303.424.5056
Rheinlander Bakery rheinlanderbakery.com/ | 303.467.1810
Great Harvest Bread Co. arvadagreatharvest.com/ | 303.420.0500
Das Meyer Fine Pastry Chalet dasmeyerpastry.com/ | 303.425.5616
Knead The Bakery kneadthebakery.wixsite.com/webdite | 303.993.3804
Pizza Shop
Beau Jo's Arvada beaujos.com/locations/arvada/ | 303.420.8376
Randi's Pizza & Italian Restaurant randispizza.com | 303.422.6923
Arvada Villa Italian Restaurant arvadavillapizzeria.com | 303.422.2385
Homegrown Tap & Dough tapanddough.com | 303.284.6087
Mangiami dinemangiami.com | 303.997.9605
Mexican Food
Teocalli Cocina teocallicocina.com | 303.923.3170
Las Potrancas laspotrancasmexicanrestaurant.com/arvada/index.html | 303.432.2364
Mi Tierra Caliente mitierracaliente.net | 720.968.4634
Santiago's eatatsantiagos.com/Arvada | 303.420.1111
Lady Nomada nomadakitchen.com/location/lady-nomada/ | 303.900.2980
Coffee Shop
Bluegrass Coffee & Bourbon Lounge thebluegrasslounge.com | 720.476.3950
House of Js Coffee houseofjscoffee.com | 303.284.5782
Sweet Bloom Coffee Roasters sweetbloomcoffee.com | 303.261.5954
Corvus Coffee Roasters corvuscoffee.com | 303.600.8682
La Dolce Vita ldvcoffeeshop.com | 303.456.8919
Happy Hour
The Butchery- Steaks, Chops & Seafood thebutcheryarvada.com/ | 303.425.1962
Luke's, A Steak Place lukessteakplace.com/ | 303.422.3300
Jack's Bar & Grill jacksatfiveparks.com | 303.456.7624
School House Kitchen and Libations schoolhousemenu.com | 720.639.4213
Cochino Taco cochinotaco.com/ | 303.284.5194
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Legendary Eats LOCAL MEATS,
Exploring the Bold Menu at Luke’s – A Steak Place
ARTICLE BY VALERIE BIANCULLI PHOTOGRAPHY BY RACHEL AUDETTE
Whether you are in search of a juicy steak, mouth-watering seafood, a delicious cocktail or a cozy farmhouse vibe… look no further than Luke’s. Luke’s – A Steak Place has been a beloved dining destination for nearly 30 years. Under the guidance of General Manager Keri Fox and Executive Chef Alfonso Aguirre, this iconic steakhouse has continued to delight guests with its unwavering commitment to quality, local ingredients, and exceptional service.
The menu showcases the best cuts of meat, all sourced locally from Colorado and Wyoming. “The 6 oz bacon-wrapped filet mignon, 16 oz prime ribeye and the peppercorn New York strip steak are probably our 3 most popular dishes,” says Keri. The latter, introduced at the beginning of summer, has quickly become a fan favorite. “The steak is rubbed with black peppercorns, grilled to perfection, and then topped with sautéed mushrooms and onions. It is definitely a dish that we see customers returning for,” boasts Keri.
While steak is the star of the show, Luke’s also offers a variety of menu items for those with dietary restrictions. Take their tropical shrimp, for example, that is fried to a crisp, served with rice and a tangy mango pineapple chutney. “Our gluten-free buffalo cauliflower is made with chickpea flour as opposed to all-purpose and tastes like a chicken wing but with the added benefit of being low in calories,” adds Keri. There is also a key lime honey chicken dish that adds a refreshing twist to the menu in addition to seafood options and hearty salads.
Complementing the food, the drink menu features enticing options such as Keri’s personal favorite, the Dirty Dill Martini that is comprised of gin or vodka shaken with olive juice, pickled asparagus and dill weed. Weekly specials such as Buy 1 Get 1 Free Tuesdays and Wine Wednesdays draw in crowds, while the weekly dinner-for-two special offers a complete meal at an incredible value. If you can’t make it to Luke’s for dinner, why not host your next event there? A banquet room is available that can accommodate 55 people and is sure to satisfy any crowd.
To learn more or make a reservation, visit lukessteakplace.com
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STAY CONNECTED TO YOUR COMMUNITY
ARTICLE BY MICHELLE PARNELL
PHOTOGRAPHY BY LARRY HERZ, OCN EATS
Local Restaurant Promoter From Restaurateur to
LARRY HERZ UNCOVERS CAPTIVATING STORIES AND DELICIOUS DISHES AT LOCAL RESTAURANTS
Cochino Taco on Ralston Road in Arvada.
Photography by Joni Shrantz
A native of Long Island, New York, Larry Herz moved to the Denver area and opened his first restaurant in 1994. For almost thirty years, he owned several restaurants and thrived in the restaurant industry before deciding to take a step back and go in a different direction. Larry noticed a void in restaurant reviews, so about seven years ago he started a new adventure as a restaurant promoter. Now, Larry comes alongside locally owned restaurants to share their stories and food with the community.
“I know a lot about the restaurant business, and I wanted to help restaurants by creating something that actually puts people in seats of local restaurants,” he shared.
To do this, Larry uses social media and has hosted several shows throughout the years, including his current show on CBS called “Your Local Dish ” which airs every Friday afternoon.
“I'm always trying to highlight the people in the industry because I think those are interesting stories and they are people who rarely get recognized,” said Larry. “I truly love meeting restaurant owners, and I always do a pre-interview with them before I eat their food to find out their story, what motivates them, and how I can help them.”
With numerous locally owned restaurants closing each week and new out-of-state chain restaurants taking their places, Larry sees firsthand the need to support local.
Larry Herz from OCN Eats at CBS where he hosts his show “Your Local Dish” every Friday afternoon.
Larry visits Randi’s Pizza & Italian Restaurant in Arvada, family owned for over 46 years.
GB Fish & Chips
“I was an independent restaurant owner, and although chain restaurants have their place, I don’t promote chain restaurants,” he explained. “I want the money to stay in our community so I’m doing what I can to try and save as many local restaurants as possible. That’s what OCN stands for, Our Community Now.”
Larry promotes restaurants all over the metro area and enjoys the opportunity to spotlight Arvada restaurants. A handful of Arvada restaurants stand out in his memory.
“Randi’s Pizza made me so happy; the food was so good, and it reminded me of the neighborhood pizza shops I grew up eating at on Long Island. GB Fish & Chips is in an old house and has this great British pub vibe. They specialize in fish and chips, and I think they do a fantastic job,” he shared. “Cochino is a fun, non-traditional Mexican restaurant. They make unique dishes, and my insider tip would be to get the pork shanks. They are to die for, which you wouldn't think of in a Mexican restaurant. And you can’t go to Olde Town and not visit Rheinlander Bakery. It’s been there at least fifty years and recently got new owners. When you go in there, you feel like you are in Europe and transported in time. They make fantastic gluten free pastries. I feel like a kid in a candy store when I walk in there.”
For more information and to follow Larry’s food adventures, visit 'http://www.ocneats.com/'.
Also follow @ocn_eats and @ocn_drinks on all major social media outlets, including numerous shows on YouTube.
Established in 1963, Rheinlander Bakery serves up European inspired confections in Olde Town Arvada.
Tacos from Cochino Taco. Photography by Joni Shrantz
The perfect ending to any meal, desserts from Cochino Taco. Photography by Joni Shrantz
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Cozy Comfort Dish
ARTICLE BY LYNN DAVIS
Creamy Pumpkin Sage Pasta
This pumpkin sage pasta is creamy and comforting, making it perfect for the fall season!
Ingredients:
• 1 cup canned pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon dried sage
• 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
Instructions:
Step 1. Cook Pasta: Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
Step 2. Prepare Sauce: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 5 minutes. Stir in the pumpkin puree and cook for 2 minutes. Add heavy cream and stir to combine. Simmer for 5 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly.
Step 3. Season: Stir in Parmesan cheese, dried sage, nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Step 4. Combine: Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce. Serve immediately.
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A SELECTION OF UPCOMING LOCAL EVENTS
OCTOBER 5TH - 6TH
Jackalope Art Fair
Olde Town Arvada, 5738 Olde Wadsworth Blvd. Arvada, CO 80002 | 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Shop over 100 hand-selected artisans and discover original art, jewelry, paper goods, home décor, photography, food, and more. The art festival is free to attend, open to all ages, and leashed pets are welcome. For more information, visit www.jackalopeartfair.com.
OCTOBER 12TH
2nd Annual Pumpkin Festival
Arvada Community Garden, 9195 W 57th Ave. Arvada, CO 80002 | 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Pick your own pumpkins and enjoy free festive crafts for kids, community garden tours, and light refreshments, including cider and pumpkin-flavored treats. The U-Pick Pumpkin Patch will be open on Mondays and Wednesdays from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., and on weekends from 8 a.m. to noon, until the end of the month or until sold out.
OCTOBER 26TH
Trail of Treats with Arvada Great Harvest Bread Co.
Arvada Great Harvest, 7745 Wadsworth Blvd. Arvada, CO 80003 | 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Join Arvada Great Harvest for their Trail of Treats event, featuring a Costume Scavenger Hunt, Monster Krispies Creation, Make-YourOwn Trail Mix, Cookie Decorating, Pumpkin Ring Toss, Giant Jenga, and more. Visit www.arvadagreatharvest.com for more information.
OCTOBER 26TH
Apex Foundation Trick or Trot 5K and Kids' Halloween Hunt
Apex Center, 13150 W 72nd Ave. Arvada, CO 80005 | 9:00 AM
Join the Apex Foundation for the 4th Annual Trick or Trot 5K! Runners and walkers of all ages and abilities are welcome to participate in this Halloween celebration. Dress in your Halloween best for a chance to win prizes in the costume contest. Additional race information can be found at https://foundation.apexprd.org/fundraisers/trick-or-trot-5k/
OCTOBER 31ST
Hounds Town Halloween Paw-Ty
Hounds Town, 11465 W Interstate 70 Frontage Rd N. Wheat Ridge, CO 80033
Hounds Town Arvada invites everyone to their Halloween Paw-Ty! Current pups get goodie bags, and candy is available for families with little ones. Newcomers can enjoy candy and treats until closing at 7 p.m. A photo shoot will be set up for pups; costumes are encouraged. The event runs all day, except from 12-2 p.m. when the lobby is closed.
OCTOBER 31ST
Trunk or Treat at Altitude Church
Altitude Church, 6550 Wadsworth Parkway Arvada, CO 80003 | 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Visitors are invited to stop by anytime between 5 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. in their costumes to enjoy free candy, entertainment from the Denver Balloon Guy, fall crafts, and a bounce house. Hot cocoa, popcorn, and cider will also be available. This event is free to the public.
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