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Bidding Adieu to the 2016-2017 Ski Season

en years ago, if you told me that I would only get ten days on the hill, I would have thought that was a slow two weeks. After logging exactly “zero” days on my pass last year, my stoke level to get ten this year was pretty high. My season kicked off in an unexpected, yet awesome fashion, in Telluride. Although it was only a one day trip in early December, we savored every second. There is nothing like Telluride...especially when you get a direct flight from Mountain Aviation out of Broomfield. My next ski experience took place at our “home base” of Eldora. My kids were delivered new skis and boards by Santa this year, so we immediately started taking day trips up the canyon. With the recent purchase of Eldora by the Powdr Corporation, this also brought the Woodward ski/ride kids program that has been so popular at Copper Mountain. Eldora has long been known for their great children’s lesson programs, but adding Woodward to the mix made a good thing great. January marked another milestone for our family, as my wife Kate took her first ski lesson at Eldora. Her instructor was none other than Harvey Hine, from HMH Architecture + Interiors here in Boulder. When Harvey isn’t designing award-winning homes, he can indeed be found up at Eldora, where he and his wife Gail love visiting their quaint cabin. In February, myself and four other guys headed to Vail for a dudes weekend. Say what you will about dealing with I-70, but to steal their own tagline, Vail is “like no place on earth” when it comes to the vast amount of skiable terrain. I guess I’m also biased as I called Vail home for a few seasons in the mid-2000’s. As usual, Vail did not disappoint on this trip. March opened up with a family trip to Crested Butte. Coined as “Colorado’s last great ski town,” it’s hard to argue their point. One could certainly make a case that if you are going to drive four hours to ski, you minds well be looping through scenic byways, rather than sitting in traffic. The kids loved the ski class so much that they literally cried as we left town. If you go, make sure to hit up The Eldo, for great apres ski and live music. To close out the season, my wife and I escaped to Aspen for exactly twenty-two hours to celebrate our anniversary. We were lucky enough to stay at The Gant, which is a condominium hotel located near the base of Aspen ski area. Our room walked directly out to the hot tub and heated pool. That evening, we took in The String Cheese Incident’s show at the famed Belly Up. With a capacity of just 450 people, we felt like SCI was playing a private show just for us. Pure magic! While Colorado may not have had the record snowfall as our neighbors over in California did, we certainly feel blessed to live in an area with multiple ski world-class ski options, all within a day’s drive. Wishing you a great start to your spring!

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Incorporate Pantone's spring color palette into your

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Grand Opening of BMW of Denver Downtown

The new 67,545 sq.ft. state-of-the-art facility was officially on display for an evening of high-end entertainment and delight. The new dealership features an expansive showroom as well as custom amenities as luxurious as the cars themselves. Stop by today or learn more at BMWofDenverDowntown.com.

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Business After Hours at Cherry Creek Athletic Club The Cherry Creek Chamber held a Business After Hours event at the newly remodeled Cherry Creek Athletic Club. PHOTOGRAPHY BY CRAIG MCNEIL AND SEAN MCNEIL

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THE SUMMER CAMP YOUR KIDS WILL NEVER FORGET For a state that has everything to offer, it’s amazing that we still hear those two dreaded words from our kids, “I’m bored!” Well,

JOHN ATENCIO TO A HOST BRIDAL AND DIAMOND EVENT DURING APRIL John Atencio will hold his first Diamond and Bridal event during the first two weekends in April in all seven John Atencio Boutique locations. This event will feature John’s inspired bridal designs and his unsurpassed selection of diamonds - each curated for brilliance, ethically sourced and conflict free. The featured tagline “See diamonds as you have never seen them before” introduces Sarin technology – providing John Atencio diamond buyers with an exciting new way to see and understand the brilliance of a certified diamond. Special pricing will apply during the event - along with 12- month interest-free financing for qualified buyers.

guess what? We’ve got a remedy for that this summer. Community

The John Atencio bridal collection is the culmination of forty

Sailing of Colorado offers an incredible series of summer camps for

years of artistry and dedication to his craft. Each design is hand-

kids ages 5-17 in Boulder and Denver. Learn to Sail, Intermediate,

sketched, personally inspired and carefully crafted by master

Advanced, and even a Stand Up Paddleboard/Windsurfing Camp

jewelers to realize his unique vision. Each engagement ring and

are all part of what we do to cure the summer boredom blues. We

matching wedding band is unique and designed to become part

even trick campers into learning through experiential education as

of a special romance, a life story.

we help bring the physics of sailing to life. Camps run from 9:00

The bridal and diamond event will kick off in Denver area boutiques

am-3:30 pm (M-F) and in just one week we help them become

on March 31-April 3; and will follow in Ft. Collins and Boulder on April

confident sailors through applied problem solving, teamwork and

7-10. Festivities will include snacks and beverages to enhance the

creativity. We also have Free Sail Nights for the whole family to join

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in the fun! For more information visit, CommunitySailing.org.

DENVER INTERNATIONAL WINE FESTIVAL RECOGNIZED BY FOOD AND WINE MAGAZINE

DISCOVER THE DIFFERENCE OF DENVER’S FIRST OF ITS KIND IMMERSIVE FACIAL SPA Located at the corner of 17th & Clarkson in Uptown’s eclectic Capitol Hill district – Jalan Facial Spa has designed a therapeutic

The Denver International Wine Festival has been recognized by Food

sanctuary for transformation and healing. With doors open seven

and Wine magazine as one of the “Best Wine Festivals Across America.”

days a week, convenient hours, and a modern take on ancient tra-

From the many wine festivals around the country, it was recog-

dition - Jalan has set the standard for a unique spa experience. Jalan

nized along with renowned festivals such as the Food and Wine

provides accessible yet luxurious treatments including personalized

Classic in Aspen, the Nantucket Wine Festival, Taste Washington

Facials, Jade Stone Massage, and Foot Reflexology with prices start-

and the New York Wine Experience.

ing at $35. Each treatment includes Jalan’s complimentary journey: a

Organized by wine journalists rather than a local promotion board,

cup of skin-loving lemongrass tea, effervescent foot bath, time in the

the Denver International Wine Festival draws in winemakers from across

meditation garden, aromatherapy, and healing red date tea. Whether

the globe, many of them underrepresented at similar festivals. (Esoteric

guests shop from a selection of fine teas, natural skincare products,

wines are welcome; Hungarian wines were a highlight of the 2016 event.)

and handcrafted jewelry or walk-in for a schedule-friendly 25-minute

The Pairsine Chefs Fine Food and Wine Pairing Competition is a yearly

service - all are invited to discover Jalan’s unmatched path to inner

favorite, where Colorado chefs compete to create dishes paired with two

beauty. After all, we believe beauty should be “stress-free”! Walk-in -

standout wines, with the audience tasting and determining the winner.

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Wine tours show off several of Colorado’s still little-known wineries”. Now in its 13th year, the Denver International Wine Festival, hosted by Wine Country Network, Inc., attracts vintners from around the world and showcases the largest selection of international and domestic wines at any Grand Tasting in the Rocky Mountain region. Its signature wine and food pairing event, Pairsine, features some of Colorado’s top chefs creating gourmet food pairings for gold-medal wines from the Denver International Wine Competition and draws hundreds of attendees each year. The 2017 Denver International Wine Festival will take place November 1-3 at the Denver Marriott Westminster. DenverWineFest.com 14

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VINTAGE CLASS IN HISTORIC CHERRY CREEK THE ARTISAN SHOP SHARES A NEW BUILD THAT PRESERVES HISTORY WITH TASTE

Kitchen

alking through this new home build in Cherry Creek, guests are transported to many locales. From a Tuscan villa to a café

patio, a kitchen to make French chefs swoon to a cozy, speakeasy-esque wet bar, it’s a home that blends vintage grandeur with an intimate, inviting feel. This juxtaposition of the expansive and the cozy is a challenge that The Artisan Shop, a full-service local design/build/ install firm, was more than up for. “The vision for this project was to blend the interior with the classic look of the exterior in tribute to the surrounding neighborhood, which includes many historic homes,” says Jeff Stone, EVP/Owner at The Artisan Shop. With historic class throughout, each room has its own character that blends cohesively into the overall style of the home. “The home covers quite a bit of square footage,” says the homeowner, “but it’s still really comfortable and welcoming.” A home to both live and entertain in; it’s a structure full of artfulness. From the collection of art on the walls to the stonework of the foyer archway, the bold light fixtures to the intricacies of the finishes throughout, each room oozes with vintage style and the personality and taste of the homeowner.

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It’s likewise an example in open yet intimate entertaining spaces. The downstairs includes a bar and lounge area, while the main floor dining room has an airy, European villa air. One of Artisan designer Christian’s favorite features is the hidden elevator adjacent to the Great Room that transports guests to the cozy wet bar on the top floor perfect for a quiet nightcap. Perhaps the home’s most signature area is its main level kitchen. According to Stone, making a statement with elements in the kitchen was a priority for the homeowner. Third Floor Wet Bar

“The enormous range wall hood surround includes raised panel details, a two-step crown molding, and a custom mantelpiece,” says Matt Olivas, Artisan Design Manager. “The painted and glazed finish of the cabinetry makes a grand statement and is set apart from the rest of the kitchen.” Featuring two long islands with custom lathe-turned furniture legs, the kitchen exhibits a warm balance of dark wood cabinetry and bright natural light. Even the Butler Pantry, lined with two-sided glass cabinets over a window, allows plenty of sunlight. From the overall concept to the intricacies of the details in each room, this home encompasses precision in design, balance in style, and luxurious livability, courtesy of The Artisan Shop.

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MAKING A BOLD STATEMENT IN YOUR HOME • Go bold with your lighting, both in style and size! • Use remote-controlled LED strips and pucks with dimmers in your lighting plan for easy mood lighting. • Oversized hoods always make a statement in wood or metal. • Don't be afraid to use multiple finishes to accent your style and create focal points. • Glass and wire mesh accents mixed with solid panel doors add a personal touch and break up large spans of cabinets.

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DIY

do i t you r se l f ARTICLE DANA LAPINEL PHOTOGRAPHY MICHAEL RAINERO STYLIST KATELYN HUTSON

e're in love with Ben Uyeda, creative director/genius of #HomeMadeModern. He has an entire website

(HomeMade-Modern.com) full of modern design projects that don't break the bank. Here's one of our favorite, a simple stool. Perfect for any room in the house, durable and affordable. Music to our ears.

WHAT YOU NEED +

Quikrete 5000 Concrete Mix

1 ¼" Diameter Wooden Dowel 48" long (A single 48” dowel is all you need to make three sturdy legs. 1” diameter and 1 ½” diameter dowels would also work just fine.)

5 Gallon Bucket

Clean Tap Water

(Look for a bucket with a smooth bottom.)

TOOLS +

Paint (Pick a color, any color)

Painter's Tape

Paintbrush

120 Grit Sandpaper

+ A DIY MODERN STOOL +

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0 1 | cu t th e le gs

0 2 | m i x i t u p

Cut the 48" dowel intro three pieces 16" long each. This step is where

Thoroughly mix the concrete so that every grain of the mix is wet.

power tools come in handy, or your friendly neighborhood Home

The mix should be the consistency of cookie dough. After mixing,

Depot or Ace Hardware associate will help you out with a perfect cut.

there will be air bubbles trapped inside. Shake and tap the bucket

Make sure the bucket is clean and dry and put 3" of concrete mix

to bring the air bubbles to the surface.

in the bucket. Add clean tap water slowly. Be careful not to add too much water or else the concrete will be weak and crumble.

03 | pl ace the le gs

0 4 | d i p d ye th e l e gs

Once the concrete has settled, place the legs in the bucket. Stick

Measure how much you want to dip dye the legs of the stool.

the legs about 1 1/2 " past the surface of the concrete and let them

For our stool, we measured 4" from the bottom. Mark with a pencil

rest against the side of the bucket.

and place painter's tape at the markings. Paint on the color of your

Wait 24 hours then remove.

choice, remove the tape and let dry.

Bend the sides of the bucket outward a few times in each direction to loosen the concrete; then pull the stool out by the legs. Use the sandpaper to smooth the edges.

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The Spring Awakening

ARTICLE DANA LAPINEL PHOTOGRAPHY KYLIE FITTS

e’re excited to celebrate the arrival of spring. Hibernation is com-

“I love that these four colors are more interesting than traditional

ing to an end as sure signs of spring start revealing themselves.

pastels for spring,” says Nancy Gandrud, color consultant and interior

As one season ends and a new one awakens, it’s a new chance to reinvent yourself, career and life, or just your home and wardrobe. A dream team of collaborators took on a Pantone project featuring four of our favorite colors from the spring 2017 color report. The colors represent a mixture of the great outdoors, relaxation and vitality.

designer with A Bit Lovely. We’re all about incorporating color trends in our lives and the best way, according to Nancy, is with accessories. “Try on a color in your wardrobe or home by buying a pillow in a fun print, a purse, a blanket, jewelry or those gorgeous yellow sunglasses

Avoiding the cliché of solely floral for spring (although it’s unavoidable

by Krewe!" Says Nancy. "If you love a color and want to try a refresh

when the color of the year is “Greenery”), we went around the Front Range

with paint, I suggest getting two to four colors on a spectrum from light

looking for this spring palette from some of our favorite shops to incorpo-

to dark from Guiry’s Colour Source. They carry Benjamin Moore paints,

rate these trends into our home or closet.

which are my favorite paints! Paint a swatch of each color on the wall you are thinking about and live with it for a couple of days before you decide.”

• Greenery (the 2017 Color of the Year) • Primrose Yellow (Hello, sun-spiration)

Feeling inspired to add more color to your life? Here’s our concept of curated picks, styled by Ink + Root, that you can find locally.

• Pale Dogwood (first blossoms of spring) • Niagara (a clear blue sky)

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THE SPRING AWAKENING (CON TI N U ED)

PANTONE 15-0343 GREENERY Bringing forth a refreshing take, Greenery is a tangy yellow-green that speaks to our need to explore, experiment and reinvent. Illustrative

in stores and think that the reference to the greenery of flowers is beautiful and refreshing for spring," says Nancy.

of flourishing foliage, the fertile attributes of Greenery signals one to take a deep breath, oxygenate and reinvigorate.

PAINT SWABS – LIGHT TO DARK

(Pressman, L. (2016, September 23). PANTONE Fashion Color Report Spring 2017. Retrieved from Pantone.com/fashion-color-report-spring-2017)

• Benjamin Moore, Spring Bud 520

"Greenery took a minute to grow on me at first when it was revealed as Pantone's pick, but I love it more and more. I see it everywhere 28

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• Benjamin Moore, Tasty Apple 416 • Benjamin Moore, Lucky Charm Green 2030-30

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PANTONE 13-0755 PRIMROSE YELLOW Primrose Yellow sparkles with heat and vitality. Inviting us into

PAINT SWABS – LIGHT TO DARK

its instant warmth, this joyful yellow shade takes us to a destination

• Benjamin Moore, Butter 2023-60

marked by enthusiasm, good cheer and sunny days.

• Benjamin Moore, Lemon Meringue 2023-50

(Pressman, L. (2016, September 23). PANTONE Fashion Color Report Spring 2017. Retrieved from Pantone.com/fashion-color-report-spring-2017)

“Primrose Yellow reminds me of sunshine on a perfect day!” Says Nancy.

CARPET

• FLOR | Rake Me Over in Sunny | $24 • FLOR | Upcycle in Maize | $10 per tile

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PANTONE 13-1404 PALE DOGWOOD Continuing the tranquil mood, Pale Dogwood is a quiet and peaceful

PAINT SWABS – LIGHT TO DARK

pink shade that engenders an aura of innocence and purity. The unobtru-

• Benjamin Moore, Warm Blush 892

sive Pale Dogwood is a subtle pink whose soft touch infuses a healthy glow.

• Benjamin Moore, Pink Petals 2085-60

(Pressman, L. (2016, September 23). PANTONE Fashion Color Report Spring 2017. Retrieved from Pantone.com/fashion-color-report-spring-2017)

• Benjamin Moore, Peony 2079-30

“Pale Dogwood is a pretty pink and is soft enough that it doesn't read too girly and goes well with a host of other colors,” says Nancy.

FABRICS

• SCHUMACHER | Le Castellet in Blush • KIM SALMELA | Clifton Lipstick • KIM SALMELA | Kit Flare

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Pants | WEEKENDS | AG Farrah Skinny | $178

Bowl | VOSS ART + HOME | Rose Quartz Bowl | $32

Carafe | HAVEN | Carafe + Cup | $35

Bath Salts | HAVEN | Herbivore Calm Soak | $36

Bralette | WEEKENDS | Colette Bralette | $60

Lip Polish | HAVEN | Coco Rose Lip Polish | $18

Purse | WEEKENDS | Rag + Bone Micro Piolet | $495

Lip Balm | AILLEA | RMS Illusive Lip 2 Cheek | $36

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THE SPRING AWAKENING (CON TI N U ED)

CONTRIBUTORS, STYLISTS & CREATIVES COLOR CONSULTANT | Nancy Gandrud |

A Bit Lovely | ABitLovely.com STYLIST & CALLIGRAPHER | Hannah Howard |

Ink + Root | InkAndRoot.com PHOTOGRAPHER | Kylie Fitts | KylieFitts.com CURATORS | Nancy Gandrud, A Bit Lovely &

Dana Lapinel, Boulder Lifestyle FLORALS | Fiori Flowers | FioriBoulder.com

PANTONE 17-4123 NIAGARA Comfortable and dependable, Niagara leads the PANTONE Fashion Color Report as the most prevalent color for spring 2017. Niagara is a

departure from traditional denim, baby blue, and navy,” says Nancy. “It’s interesting, versatile and very elegant.”

classic denim-like blue that speaks to our desire for ease and relaxation. (Pressman, L. (2016, September 23). PANTONE Fashion Color Report Spring 2017. Retrieved from Pantone.com/fashion-color-report-spring-2017)

“My favorite Pantone color we choose is Niagara. It is soft, yet saturated and works equally well in interiors and fashion. I love the 34

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PAINT SWABS – LIGHT TO DARK

• Benjamin Moore, Van Courtland HC-145 • Benjamin Moore, Buckland Blue HC-151 • Benjamin Moore, Pool Party 2059-50

FABRIC

Jacket | WEEKENDS | Gimos Ombre Leather | $1,695

• KIM SALMELA | Luna Lake

Purse | WILLOW | Hammitt Paul Cross Body Bag, Juniper Pebble, Gold | $325

• KIM SALMELA | Nandi Deep Sea

CARPET

Jeans | WEEKENDS | AG Middi Ankle | $188

• FLOR | House Pet in Iguana | $20 per tile

Vase | HW HOME | Venetian Glass | $36

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Line Boutique, with locations in Greenwood Village and Cherry Creek North, has quickly become a name within the fashion world.

The boutique has been recognized by both Elle and Lucky Magazine and strives to provide chic but practical clothing for outdoorsy, fashion-forward women. Reaching far beyond than the standard shopping experience, A Line offers complimentary tailoring, wardrobe expertise, and even packing assistance for business travel as well as vacations. With spring and summer travel plans tantalizingly near, we talked with owner Karmen Berentsen to get the inside scoop on A Line’s packing services and some spring fashion must-haves.

PACKING ASSISTANCE SEEMS LIKE A PRETTY NICHE SERVICE! WHAT DOES A LINE’S PACKING ASSISTANCE INVOLVE?

What A Line strives to provide is an EASY button. Packing assistance entails an A Line stylist coming to your house and reviewing your trip destination and itinerary with you. We review everything from the weather to planned activities. Can all of us chop a garlic

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346 Fillmore St, Cherry Creek

$1,750,000

100%

151 S Clermont St, Hilltop

$1,799,999

$1,595,000

89%

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275 Elm St, Hilltop

$1,595,000

$1,547,500

97%

1072 S Josephine St, Bonnie Brae

$1,225,000

100%

59 S Albion St, Hilltop

$1,349,900

$1,208,000

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175 S Jasmine St, Crestmoor

$1,395,000

$1,200,000

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312 Garfield St, Cherry Creek

$1,200,000

$1,175,000

98%

100 S University Blvd #12, Cherry Creek

$1,249,000

$1,165,000

93%

980 S Gaylord St, Washington Park

$950,000

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99%

691 S York St, Washington Park

$900,000

$910,000

101%

4295 S Forest Ct, Cherry Hills

$975,000

$899,000

92%

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1062 Fillmore St, Congress Park

$889,900

$883,000

99%

583 N High St, Denver Country Club

$939,500

$875,000

93%

1130 S Gilpin St, Washington Park

$791,000

$851,000

108%

350 Steele St, Cherry Creek North

$945,000

$835,000

88%

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254 S Jersey St, Crestmoor

$775,000

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338 Clayton St #7, Cherry Creek North

$987,000

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LOOKING FOR AUTHENTIC, COLORADO LIQUOR? FRED AND SUSAN LESNICK OF BLACK CANYON DISTILLERY HAVE THE SECRET RECIPE: HARD WORK AND HELP FROM COMMUNITY. ARTICLE SAMANTHA TRUEHEART ILLUSTRATION NEIL MACKAY

inding the right liquor that everyone likes is challenging. Whether you’re a dark, whiskey drinker or a light, vodka

drinker, everyone has a unique taste and preference for their drink of choice. But Fred and Susan Lesnick of Black Canyon Distillery in Longmont, Colorado, have figured out the magic recipe. Their whiskey and vodka have such an authentic, creative flavor that people begin to question their own taste buds. It’s no surprise that their Black Canyon Winter won Gold in the Breckenridge Craft Spirits Festival in 2015 and the Black Canyon Colada won People’s Choice Award for the best cocktail at the Boulder County Fair. Every step of the distilling process is done with care, consciousness and innovation. From labeling their bottles to building the taproom bar, this duo is not afraid of a little hard work with their make-it-yourself approach to business-owning. And what makes their business shine even brighter? Their ingredients are locally sourced, and the leftover mash is given to local ranchers to feed to livestock–because cows deserve to let loose every now and then too!

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SAMANTHA: What was it like starting a distilling company? FRED: Since I already knew how to ferment, it was just the distill-

ing process that I had to figure out–and that was very interesting. I built those stills, and it took me three months to figure out how to run them right. It wasn’t a quick process…the real truth is when you start something like this, your first whiskey isn’t all that great. It needs improvement. We did probably 12-15 experimental ones to try and get it narrowed down to really focus on what we wanted to do. And at that point, you think you have it, and you put it in the barrel and sweat for two years, [thinking] ‘is this gonna be any good?’. We tasted it every six months, and we were very encouraged. SAMANTHA: Where did the name come from? FRED: We wanted something that was Colorado. We like to stay

as ‘Colorado’ as we can. It took about a year-and-a-half to come up with the name. Every time we came up with something, we’d say, ‘Oh, that’s it! That’s great!’ and then two weeks later we’d pick something else. So we finally ended up with The Black Canyon. We started here instead of starting over [in Black Canyon] because I was still working. So here we are–Black Canyon north of Denver! SAMANTHA: What sets your whiskey apart from others? SUSAN: We [hand] make it. FRED: I think our taste does. A lot of people do a pepper vodka,

but they use dried peppers. SUSAN: –Or artificial flavors. We don’t have any artificial colors,

flavors, or preservatives. SAMANTHA: What’s the hardest part of being a small business? SUSAN: Fred and I didn’t have millions of dollars, but because he

had the ability to make a lot of our stuff–that’s kept us alive. He’s got that good ole’ American ingenuity that his dad taught him. And I can’t speak enough for Colorado people supporting small business and local business. FRED: If you get a decent cause, the community will turn out for it.

They’ve been great family. SUSAN: We don’t have a lot of money or anything, but we really

have a rich life with people that come in and we meet.

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ith longer hours of daylight and temperatures starting to warm up, patio season is nearly upon us. Whether

sipping a chardonnay in the afternoon sun while listening to a cascading water feature or enjoying the glow of a fire while dining with friends, today’s home patios are much more than a place to keep the grill. They have become an extension of the home and an ideal place for entertaining. Homeowners put so much thought and effort into decorating an indoor living room or dining room, with furniture style and placement setting the flow and balance of each space. So why not take this same approach to changing a patio in a sophisticated outdoor living room? Designs by Sundown, one of the area’s premier landscape architecture, construction and and décor department with this precise idea in mind. Their expertise in high-end residential landscape projects has now become a one-stop destination for outdoor living. Jessica Hommel, the marketing manager, says custom outdoor furniture can sometimes take six months to arrive after it is ordered, and this defining element for outdoor living should be seamless for customers. Hommel says Designs by Sundown has been adding livable square footage outside client homes since her father Michael started the company more than 30 years ago—now with more than 200 employees—and the addition of furniture and decor brings a finishing touch to their line of service. “It’s a natural extension for our high-end clients since it allows them to begin enjoying the new space right away without any delay or hassle,” said Hommel. “It has been really well-received so far.” Patio furniture should match the overall style and personality of the landscape design as well as the home itself. Furniture options include a wide variety of materials such as cast aluminum, all-weather wicker, natural teak or brushed stainless steel among others. 46

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oked, 1 cup Beets, co bes u cut into small c

"Rhubarb is another vegetable we are lucky to have growing wild here in the Foothills. Every year I return to forage from the same location. The beets in this recipe balance out the tartness of the rhubarb while lending a mild earthy flavor." -Tori Fleming

½ tsp Vanilla Bean Powder

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2 cups, about 6 stems d Rhubarb, slice into ½ in slices

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½ cup Meyer Lemon or Orange Juice, Fresh squeezed

Process

Add Rhubarb, beets, orange or lemon juice and vanilla bean powder to a saucepan and bring to a simmer. Cover and cook, for 15 minutes or until tender. Stir in honey and transfer to a blender. Lightly blend to fuse flavors. Chill before serving. Along with pistachios and bee pollen, this compote adds a pop of flavor and color to plain yogurt.

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Lifestyle Calendar

April APRIL 1 - 3 CHERRY CREEK ARTS FESTIVAL CHERRY CREEK The Cherry Creek Arts Festival (CCAF) weekend event is a world‐ class and award‐winning celebration of the visual, culinary and performing arts, and enjoys an attendance of 350,000 visitors over the course of the three‐day event. The CCAF’s year-round 501c3 non-profit mission is to provide access to art experiences and to support education. CherryCreekArtsFestival.org

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Do Just 5 Things C OMPOSTING ORGANIC TR A SH | GR EEN IS T HE NE W B L AC K

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LEARN WHAT YOU CAN NOT PUT IN YOUR COMPOST.

Putting pet droppings, fats, and meat products in the

For those who have a yard or garden, having a personal compost

compost are typically not recommended since these things attract

bin has a lot of benefits. Why give all that yummy plant food to the city

uninvited critters! However, a few cities now allow meat products

when it could nourish your plants at home? However, composting

and bones into their compost systems (see sidebar for info on your

can be a little trickier for apartment dwellers. In Cherry Creek curb-

area). Plants that have been treated with herbicides and pesticides

side pickup comes with a quarterly cost, but you can drop compost

are unfortunately better suited for the trash. Caution should also be

off at the recycling facility for free.

taken when adding weeds to your pile - if mature, they can end up

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taking over your compost bin!

plan to compost. If composting through the city, you will just need a

small countertop compost container. If starting your own compost pile,

want to have on hand. A pitchfork and a square point shovel will

look for a bin that is at least 3’ x 3’ x 3’ -if the bin is too small, the

make turning the pile much easier, and keeping a machete on hand

compost won’t build up sufficient, “heat,” the temperature necessary

can help break apart materials that are too large for the pile. A hose

for ideal decomposition. Keep in mind that once the compost is ready,

with a spray head will also help your pile stay healthy - materials will

you will have to access the bottom-most layer. Some bins come with

compost best when they are damp, but not soaked. Remember, your

an “access hatch,” built in, but other containers require one side of the

microbes need to breathe!

The type of compost bin you need will depend on how you

bin to be disassembled.

LEARN WHAT TO COMPOST

There are three main components to every compost bin: green

CREATE A KIT OF TOOLS

Besides the bin itself, there are a few other supplies you’ll

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waste, brown waste, and water. Green waste materials contain lots of

• The Cherry Creek Recycling Center accepts yard waste, food

nitrogen, such as grass clippings, flowers, and fruit and veggie peelings.

scraps, and non-recyclable paper in their composting system.

Brown waste materials contain a lot of carbon, such as dead leaves,

• Drop off is free! The center is located near the intersection of East

shredded paper, and coffee grounds. Composting microbes need equal

Cherry Creek Dr. South and South Quebec St.

amounts of nitrogen and carbon in their diet, so it’s best to aim for a

• Denver’s Compost Collection Program provides curbside pickup

50-50 ratio of green to brown material based on weight, not volume.

and runs at $29.95 every three months.

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