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Adventure Awaits!
Happy Summer Denver North family! June is our "Adventure" Issue and we all know that we could not live in a better state for adventure! Whether it’s climbing a 14ner, running a mountain trail, biking, paddle boarding, or simply strolling around Sloan's Lake...adventure is all around us!
Those of us lucky enough to call Denver home know how to explore, how to adventure. We want to share all of your stories and all of your adven tures. Let us know what content you would like to see, what businesses you think should be featured, and what exciting events are coming up! Denver North is here for you...our incredible readers!
Take us along on your next adventure (snap a picture and send it to us!) and know that we are honored to be a part of your journey and a part of this incredible city!
July 2024
PUBLISHER
Matthew Coffel | matt.coffel@citylifestyle.com
MANAGING EDITOR
Crystal Wright | crystal.wright@citylifestyle.com
PUBLICATION DIRECTOR
Bill Moore | bill.moore@citylifestyle.com
STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER
Chris Roberts | chris@promediacolorado.com
CONTRIBUTING WRITERS
Mary Daniel, Luke Grace, Andrea Lawley
Corporate Team
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Steven Schowengerdt
CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER Matthew Perry
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF HR Janeane Thompson
AD DESIGNER Matthew Endersbe
LAYOUT DESIGNER Antanette Ray
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Movies at McGregor Square
McGregor Square – your vibrant LoDo destination to gather with friends and family – is excited to once again be hosting Movies at McGregor, a series of outdoor screenings of cinematic favorites and hot new releases starting on July 4th. Cold beverages and popcorn will be available for purchase out on the McGregor Square Plaza; attendees are asked to bring their own blankets for outdoor seating. For more information, please visit www.mcgregorsquare.com/events.
Populus Hotel now accepting reservations beginning in September 2024
The country’s first carbon positive hotel opening in Denver this summer will feature 265 modern guest rooms, a ground floor signature restaurant, flexible event spaces, a lounge and coffee bar, and a rooftop restaurant and bar. Rooted by nature, the Aspen-tree inspired design by architecture firm, Studio Gang, has already altered the Denver skyline while leaving the planet in a better place by planting over 70,000 trees in Gunnison County, Colorado.
Best Cooking Classes in Denver
Create Kitchen & Bar offers small-group classes in a variety of cuisines for adults and kids. Check their ever-changing schedule for one of the most fun ways to spend an evening. They also run a cocktail bar in their space, open to guests 21+. Visit: https://createkitchenbar.co/ or call 720-573-9949
Photography by Studio Gang
Photography by Create Kitchen and Bar
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ARTICLE BY KEALOHA AND KRYSTIE CAMPBELL
My Life BBQ SAVED
Tell me YOUR story. Where and how did you get your start? I want to know all about you.
Growing up on the Big Island of Hawai`i, family and friends, known as Ohana, hold significant importance in our culture. Since my early years, I was captivated by the cooking skills of both my grandmothers. I would eagerly watch them cook, learning their unique styles. Despite getting reprimanded for peeking into pots, I remained engrossed, standing on a stool for hours until the meals were ready.
Fast forward to high school in 1989 where I met my wife, Krystie. After getting married, in 2001, I experienced severe headaches and numbness in my extremities. This led to a prescription for potent painkillers, eventually resulting in a less productive lifestyle. The situation led to our divorce three years later. I was struggling, feeling distanced from my family and children…I felt lost.
“We are truly grateful to all of you who have visited and supported our small business! If you haven’t had the chance to try our food, we look forward to meeting you soon. Your support means the world to us!”
Rediscovering my passion for cooking by preparing meals for the homeless reignited a sense of purpose. I would cook for friends in need, including those battling cancer or other struggles. The act of feeding others brought me joy and hope, as they expressed feelings of love and acceptance. Most of these individuals had been abandoned by their families, and my cooking offered them a glimmer of hope and kindness that made a significant impact on their lives.
Reconnecting with my faith, I began to rebuild my relationships with Krystie, our children, and our family. This miraculous transformation restored love to a deeper level than ever before. We remarried and ventured into the food business with Kealoha’s BBQ. Our journey started with a successful event at the Annual Merrie Monarch Festival, leading to regular appearances at Farmers Markets, special occasions, and private catering. Upon relocating to Colorado, we established our first Kealoha’s BBQ eatery, serving delicious food, aiding the less fortunate, and spreading the aloha spirit among the wonderful community in Denver.
How did you end up in Denver? Why Denver?
In 2018, our son graduated from Kamehameha High School and headed to CU Denver for college. During our visit to drop him off, we took part in the Taste of Colorado event and received an amazing response. Interestingly, prior to this, I dreamt about moving to
Colorado to launch Kealoha’s BBQ. When we returned in 2019 for another Taste of Colorado experience, the feedback was phenomenal. This led to an opportunity to secure a spot on the 16th Street Mall, prompting us to take the bold step of leaving our jobs in Hawai`i and relocating to Denver. Initially, Krystie was hesitant about the move since all our family (except our son) resided on the Big Island. However, she eventually agreed, and we took a leap of faith. We established Kealoha’s BBQ in October 2019, but unfortunately, we had to close for over a year and a half due to the pandemic. It was a challenging period, but we managed to persevere. We have grown to love Denver and the people who have become Ohana to us.
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Krystie and Kealoha Campbell
How many years of experience do you have in the BBQ business?
With more than 20 years of experience in the BBQ industry, we began cooking for our family gatherings and gradually extended our services to cover special events and catering. Now, we are proud to have our own cozy spot here in Denver.
What inspired you to open Kealoha, and how does it stand out from other food trucks in the Denver area?
Initially, we hesitated to venture into entrepreneurship as we both had secure government jobs. It was the persistent encouragement from a close friend that finally pushed us to establish Kealoha’s BBQ. Embracing this leap of faith, we launched our very own company, Kealoha’s BBQ. In Hawai`i, the diverse mix of ethnicities, stemming from immigrants who arrived to work on the sugar plantations, has enriched our culinary landscape with a fusion of flavors. Our cooking style mirrors our varied heritage of traditional Hawai’ian cuisine, passed down through generations, along with our unique and delicious creations. To maintain authenticity and capture the essence of the islands, we source Hawai’ian ingredients directly from home. Our emphasis on sharing stories and preparing meals with aloha sets us apart from other food trucks in Denver.
What
advice would you give to aspiring professionals in the food industry?
The most valuable counsel we can provide is to wholeheartedly pursue your dream and remain steadfast in the face of any obstacles hindering your passion. Envision your path, meticulously strategize your actions, and steadfastly execute them to realize your aspirations.
What type of food do you specialize in? Do you have a food philosophy, or signature dish?
Specializing in Hawaiian cuisine, we offer a diverse range of dishes influenced by various ethnicities that have migrated to Hawai’i. From traditional Hawaiian fare to multicultural dishes from the plantation era and contemporary island delicacies, our menu is a fusion of flavors. Our standout creation is the lilikoi BBQ ribs, while our most sought-after dish is the combo plate featuring lilikoi BBQ ribs and lilikoi teriyaki chicken served with white rice and island mac salad. In our view, cooking is a deeply spiritual act, as it involves sharing love and aloha from the heart to pass on that same love and aloha to our customers. Our guiding principle is to approach everything with love – 1 Corinthians 16:14.
What do you love most about being in the BBQ business and running your food truck?
Our BBQ business brings us immense joy through meeting new people, forging friendships, and witnessing their reactions to our food. Customers frequently share how our meals and welcoming spirit have uplifted their spirits, even on challenging days. The invaluable happiness and appreciation we receive from others is truly priceless.
How do you see Kealoha growing and evolving in the coming years?
This month, we are relocating from our small food stand to the 16th Street Mall food kiosk, which is double the size of our current space. Our plan is to expand and unveil new food offerings. Our goal is to establish several smaller restaurants across Colorado to spread the joy of great food and aloha with more people.
What else have I not asked you about that you want to share with our readers?
We want to express our heartfelt gratitude to Matt, Crystal and everyone at Denver North, for giving us this opportunity to share our story. We aim to inspire you with our journey to show that if we can overcome these challenges, so can you! Remember, with God, all things are possible, so begin with Jesus.
THE PEOPLE HAVE SPOKEN: PIZZERIA LEOPOLD WINS!
Well Denver North family, you have spoken loudly and clearly...you know the best pizza in Denver!! It is with great pleasure that we announce our winner of our best of the best voting for the best pizza in Denver. Drum roll please....
And the winner is...Pizzeria Leopold!!! Located just seven minutes west of downtown at 1990 Wadsworth Blvd. in Lakewood, Pizzeria Leopold has everything our pizza loving hearts could want: food that is made from scratch with a lot of love and high-quality ingredients, as many sustainable, local, and organic, products as possible, and a focus on using only the highest quality of ingredients. The scratch made pizzas, sandwiches, salads, and desserts that come out of this small, family-run kitchen are to die for. If you haven’t checked out Pizzeria Leopold yet...take it from our readers, it’s the BEST! https://pizzerialeopold.com
“Pizzeria Leopold has everything our pizza loving hearts could want: food that is made from scratch with a lot of love and high-quality ingredients, as many sustainable, local, and organic, products as possible, and a focus on using only the highest quality of ingredients.”
LOCATION
1990 Wadsworth Blvd. Lakewood, CO 80214
HOURS
Tuesday- Sunday 11 am-8 pm Monday - CLOSED
CONTACT
(303) 248-7208
info@pizzerialeopold.com
Pizzeria Leopold
EXPLORING IN STYLE
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CRYSTAL WRIGHT | PHOTOGRAPHY BY CHRIS ROBERTS
Denverites have been exploring our city in style ever since Stacey Harris opened Glass House Optical in 2020 in downtown Denver and moved to Cherry Creek, where their current location opened in November of 2023. The eyewear boutique and full service optical lab became known for its high end and luxury optical products. They are a preferred LVMH (Louis Vuitton Moët Hennessy) retailer as well as a carrier of other luxury brands such as Gucci and Bottega as well as ic! berlin, Carolina Herrera, and Carrera. Step inside Glass House and you will emerge with a look that fits and enhances your sumptuous style and gets you ready for whatever adventure awaits.
When you sit down with Stacey Harris you immediately feel empowered, strong, and like you can conquer the world! This incredible woman is changing the entrepreneurial landscape in Denver, one pair of glasses at a time.
Stacey is a business power house that is moving Glass House Optical forward with clarity and purpose for both business success as well as social impact. She has a vision of creating a chain of Glass House Optical locations, advancing the business into a female, black owned franchise which would create not just jobs but careers, allowing others to own their own franchise and truly benign to level the playing field for and give opportunities to other entrepreneurs. Stacey's plan also includes an impact on the community by bringing vision services to those who can't afford them through the "We See You" Foundation. She wants to be a part of the solution in as many ways as possible. Harris is building a legacy of both for profit success as non profit impact.
Visit Glass House Optical at 3000 E 1st Ave #254, Denver or call (303) 591-8385.
THE GLASS HOUSE
ADVENTURE AWAITS
Exploring the Gaylord Rockies’ Extraordinary Revamp
ARTICLE BY ANDREA LAWLEY
The Grand Lodge
Nestled against the majestic backdrop of the Rocky Mountains, the Gaylord Rockies Resort has always been a beacon of grandeur, but their recent unveiling of Embers Lodge Bar and new English Pub, The Fortunate Prospector, has us curious to explore the resort’s newest upgrades:
MORNING ARRIVAL:
AN OASIS NEAR THE AIRPORT
After touching down at Denver International Airport, it's a short 15-minute drive to the sprawling haven of Gaylord Rockies Resort. As you step into the updated Grand Lodge, you're met with panoramic mountain views, dining options galore, a full-service spa and aquatic paradise at Arapahoe Springs Water Park. And don't worry about a stiff check-in process; the staff are friendly and welcoming, ensuring your stay starts off on the right foot.
AFTERNOON ESCAPE:
THE FORTUNATE PROSPECTOR
As the day progresses, (and stomachs start to rumble) the resort’s new English Pub, The Fortunate Prospector, is eager to please. With its rich woodwork and Victorian charm, the dining outlet feels like a cozy nook transported from another era. The story of Earl, the dapper bighorn sheep, and fictional proprietor, adds a whimsical touch. Savoring traditional Fish & Chips and a Pimm's Cup cocktail, the pub’s ambiance blending Colorado mining history and English elegance makes for an enchanting dining experience.
EVENING ELEGANCE: EMBERS LODGE BAR
Gaylord Rockies has made happy hour easy with Embers Lodge Bar—the heart of the resort. Its 360-degree wrap around bar is a real showstopper, with warm flame red and tawny gold hues. Find a comfortable spot by
one of the grand fireplaces while perusing the menu. The Ziggy Stardust cocktail—a mix of vodka, custom spices, and a flamed cinnamon pour-over—is a standout, and this bold drink perfectly matches the bar's lively vibe. Pair it with oysters and barbacoa sliders and your tastebuds will thank you later.
FUTURE PROMISES: CONTINUED ENHANCEMENTS
In discussions with Suzy Hart, the resort's general manager, it's revealed that enhancements will continue into 2024. Expect new dining experiences at Garden + Grain and Copper Table, along with a revamped Old Hickory Steakhouse and the introduction of a new 9,000 square foot event space, Mountain View Pavilion.
EVERYTHING & MORE
A day dedicated only to exploring the new additions could not cover all the resort has to offer. Luxurious rooms with stunning mountain views await, along with nine dining options ranging from Mountain Pass Sports Bar with a 75-foot flat screen TV to a refined Old Hickory Steakhouse experience. Dive into fun at Arapahoe Springs Water Park, where you can zip down waterslides or float along the lazy river. Join in on special activities on expansive lawns and outdoor spaces, or pamper yourself at the award-winning Relâche Spa and state-of-the-art fitness center.
The verdict is in: Gaylord Rockies Resort is the ultimate destination for an unforgettable Colorado getaway. From diverse dining experiences to exciting entertainment options and luxurious spa treatments, you’re in for a good time. Plus, if you’re a Colorado local, here’s an insider tip: Colorado residents can take advantage of up to 20% off their stay, including free self-parking, by using code "L9Z". To book rooms, packages, spa treatments and buy event tickets, visit GaylordRockies.com.
A Trip to the Sun
The sun is 93 million miles from Earth and yet Devin Dickinson taps into its power daily. Devin’s adventure into solar began in Wisconsin where he was born and raised. He came to Colorado to be with his family in 2009. Devin was bartending when the pandemic hit and instead of letting the pandemic get the best of him, he decided to use it as the push he needed to try something new. Devin took a leap of faith and found his dream career in solar!
After spending 4 years in the door to door, high pressure sales that didn’t align with his values, Devin knew that he needed to change the way solar energy was sold. Enter Jake Hess, Devin’s mentor and “solar guru”. Jake offered Devin and his mom, Diana the opportunity to run the solar division of his company. This was exactly what Devin needed; the chance to see solar done with values, honestly, customer first business practices, and a focus on ethical business.
This break gave Devin and Diana all they needed to begin their own business, Altitude Solar. Altitude Solar prides itself on offering low pressure, high quality service with a focus on educating clients first and providing them with a myriad of background checked and verified installer choices. They will work with their customers to design a system that works best for their property.
So why solar? Customers get to use the sun and its power to lower their utility bill. In an economy of ever increasing prices, solar allows you to lock in your electricity rate, paying that amount each month no matter what changes the utility companies decide to make. Eventually, you own your own electricity! The icing on the cake? You get to help keep mother Earth that much cleaner!
Want to know more about solar energy for your home or business? Contact Devin at www.altitudesolar.com
One of the most unique programs that Altitudue Solar offers their clients is Community Solar. Community Solar allows a residential or commercial building to tap into a solar field using their existing Xcel framework with no additional equipment added to the property. This is perfect for anyone who can’t or doesn’t want to add actual solar panels to their property.
ARTICLE BY MARY
An adventure for your tastebuds!
GRILLED PEACHES WITH TEQUILA HONEY SAUCE
INGREDIENTS:
• 1/3 cup + 1 tablespoon tequila, divided
• 1 lime
• 1/4 cup honey
• 1/4 teaspoon Aleppo pepper, plus a few pinches more for garnish
• Coarse salt
• 3 medium peaches, scrubbed
• Flavorless high-heat oil such as canola
INSTRUCTIONS
1. Set up the grill with a high-heat area and a lower-heat area. Preheat it and scrub the grates clean. Make the Aleppo-tequila honey sauce:
2. Measure 1/3 cup tequila into a measuring cup, then add cold water up to the 1/2 cup mark. Pour the mixture into a small saucepan, heat until simmering, then cook with the lid off until the liquid is reduced by half (about 5 minutes), stirring occasionally. While the mixture reduces, use a microplane or rasp to zest the lime, then cut it in half and squeeze the juice from one of the halves. (You can reserve the other half for another use.)
3. Reduce the heat to very low, then stir in the honey, Aleppo pepper, half the lime zest (reserve the other half to garnish the dish at the end), and a pinch of salt. Partially cover the pan and let the flavors infuse into the mixture for about 5 minutes over lowest heat, stirring occasionally.
4. Remove the pan from heat and stir in another 1 tablespoon of tequila and 1 tablespoon of lime juice. Grill the peaches:
5. Cut the peaches in half and remove the pits. Brush the cut sides with oil, then lay them, cut side down, onto the grill and close the lid. After about 5 minutes, brush the upturned bottoms with oil, turn the peaches over and set them over the lower-heat area of the grill for about 5 more minutes, until they are nicely caramelized and softened. Remove the peaches to a cutting board and cut each peach half in half again, so that you have quarter wedges.
Serve it up:
6. Arrange the peach wedges on a serving platter or individual plates. Drizzle a few generous spoonfuls of the sauce over the peaches, and serve the remaining sauce on the side for your guests to add more if they wish (they will wish!). Sprinkle the remaining lime zest and a couple pinches of Aleppo pepper over the peaches and serve.
ARTICLE BY ADVENTURE KITCHEN
We pride ourselves in education and our first step is to assure you understand the entire process. If solar installation isn’t right for your home, we can always help you get your energy from the sun by subscribing to our off-site, community solar gardens that connect to your utility company.
HOME SOLAR PANELS PROMOTION 12 MONTHS, NO PAYMENTS!
No electricity bills for 12 months* *Roof must have enough space for panels to offset 100% energy usage.
NEW TERRITORY
Dr. John Perea
Green Valley Ranch is about to get healthier! Dr. John Perea and wife Elizabeth Perea are opening their new chiropractic clinic, Good Life Family Chiropractic, this month and couldn't be happier about joining this community. Dr. John, a Colorado native, fell in love with the idea of becoming a chiropractor in high school. After a year long mentorship and seeing first hand how transformative and highly beneficial chiropractic was to so many different people, he knew that was the career for him! He has been practicing chiropractic and helping his patients live their best, healthy life and achieve their health goals since 2005. There is much to be celebrated about chiropractic work, however, Dr. John’s favorite is that he can help keep people healthy with spinal alignments rather than instantly reaching for pharmaceuticals or even surgery.
So, why chiropractic? Chiropractic healing is a non-invasive adjustment to help relieve pressure on the nervous system. The nervous system is the system that controls all others and therefore is critical to the healthy functioning of the body. All the daily stress in our lives can put extra pressure on the spine, this pressure then can affect nerve flow. This can also impact muscle tension, organ function, and also pain or numbness. Relieving this pressure leaves patients feeling lighter, taller, sleeping better, less stressed, and with improved mood and focus.
The biggest misconception around chiropractic might be that you have to have been in some type of accident, hurt, or sick to benefit from or need a chiropractic adjustment. However, this is definitely not true. The benefits of a chiropractic adjustment extend to just about everyone! Dr. John treats kids over two all the way up to more elderly patients. He adjusts people who are healthy in order to maintain their health and athletes who have no pain in order to keep their bodies in the best condition possible and functioning at the highest level. Dr. John loves seeing prenatal and pediatric patients. (His 7 kids have made him more than comfortable with these patients!)
If you have been injured, are in pain, sit all day at work, have stress in your life, are healthy and want to maintain that health, or are an athlete looking to up your performance, you need to check out Good Life Family Chiropractic. The homey feeling and welcoming environment will not disappoint!
For more information or to schedule an appointment please visit www.goodlifefamilychiro.com
A Summer Filled with Air
VISIT BUBBLE PLANET
ARTICLE BY LUKE GRACE
Did you know that a new planet has just been discovered? Yup, right here in Denver! It’s time to explore the colorful and surreal Bubble Planet! Bubble planet is made up of eleven fantastical landscapes created and designed to appeal to all five senses. This immersive experience uses VR technology, flight simulations, and illusions to transport visitors to another world. It is so much fun for both kids and adults alike…think date night or weekend, family excursion! The surrealistic Bubble Planet is an adventure that
will take you through an underwater world, let you bounce on giant clouds, take a dip in an ocean of living bubbles, embark in a hot air balloon simulation, and so much more!
You have to visit the newest planet for yourself at Exhibition Hub Art Center Denver
3900 Elati Street, Denver
More information at https://bubble-planet.com/denver or @bubbleplanetexperience
JULY 2024
A SELECTION OF UPCOMING LOCAL EVENTS
THE FIRST SATURDAY OF EVERY MONTH THROUGH OCTOBER
Made By Us Markets
Lot on Larimer
Made By Us curated vendor and artist events will be in RiNo, in the Lot on Larimer, on the first Saturday of every month from April through October from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. right next to the Denver Central Market! Events are always free to attend, and there’s always a great group of vendors, food and music.
EVERY SATURDAY OF THE SUMMER City Park Farmers Market
2551 E Colfax Ave
The City Park Farmers Market features 100+ local producers offering raw ingredients, prepared foods, beverages and more. The event also features a donation-based yoga class, run club and live music from local acts. Free to attend, the market offers café-style seating, plenty of grass for picnicking and is pet- and family-friendly.
JULY 4TH - 7TH
Fan Expo
Colorado Convention Center
Experience the ultimate playground for comics, sci-fi, horror, anime and gaming. Enjoy three big days of citywide events, family-friendly attractions and world-renowned celebrities.
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JULY 5TH - 7TH
Cherry Creek Arts Festival
Cherry Creek North
The annual festival fills the streets of Cherry Creek North with more than 250 juried artists ready to share their talent with the world. Expect plenty of live music, kids’ activities, art, art education, food and more.
JULY 12TH
Billy Joel Concert
Coors Field
Come see one of the greatest ever rock out at Coors Field. Tickets on sale through Ticketmaster.
JULY 13TH
Colorado Artisan’s Market
The Shops at Northfield | 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Celebrate Colorado’s spirit of community, creativity and craftsmanship with a series of Artisan Markets held on the 2nd Saturday of every month from May to October. Each market will feature 50–70 local vendors offering a wide variety of treasures.
