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2022 Spring / Summer

DINING GUIDE SPRING & SUMMER 2022 www.fourcornersflavor.com P U B L I S H E D BY

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2nd Deli & Spirits 636 Main Alcé at Dalton Ranch Animas Brewing Company Bar D Chuckwagon Billy Goat Saloon Blue Sky Cafe Bookcase & Barber East by Southwest El Moro Spirits & Tavern Eolus Bar & Dining Ernie’s Bar & 11th Street Station Grassburger Highway 3 Roadhouse Himalayan Kitchen Homeslice Jack’s Meat Market James Ranch Grill Lone Spur Cafe

36 Los Amigos del Sur 37 Mamma Silvia’s 20 Nature’s Oasis 38 22 39 45 40 41 42 24 43 50 26 28

Natural Market Nayarit Mexican Cuisine Ore House Primus River Liquors Sage Farm Fresh Eats Seasons Rotisserie & Grill Steamworks Brewing Company Strater Hotel Sunnyside Market The Weminuche Woodfire Grill The Yellow Carrot Zia Taqueria

Cole Davis, Nathan Van Arsdale, Shaun Stanley, Terrance Siemon and Bonnie Pacheco ©2022 Ballantine Communications, Inc. All rights reserved. This publication may not be reproduced or distributed in any form or by any means without prior written permission.

On the cover: Durango Picnic Company provides elegant picnics using locally-sourced food from Farm to Fingers Grazing and Black Bear Bakery and flowers from Lady Southwest. photo by Nathan Van Arsdale index photo: A signature dessert from Alcé at Dalton Ranch.

While dining out, revel in the experience. Browse menus full of fun flavors and creative recipes. Sip on locally-brewed beer, or a handcrafted cocktail while soaking in the sounds of live music surrounded by beautiful vistas.

slow down and savor every bite in the southwest Our Four Corners communities offer a larger quantity of quality restaurants than most metropolis areas. Our rural region of the Rocky Mountains boasts a variety of independently-owned establishments where residents and visitors indulge in all sorts of beverages and bites. And each of our communities love to celebrate the diverse culinary scene in the Southwest.

Flavor Four Corners Dining Guide is an homage to the incredible creations prepared by local chefs that keep customers coming back for more. It is a nod to the mixologists that enjoy experimenting with classic recipes with locally-sourced ingredients and spirits. But

most importantly, it is a small taste and visual tour of the signature offerings at a handful of amazing restaurants in the region.

Find a new place to visit in Flavor Four Corners Dining Guide. Go ahead. Snap a quick photo of the plate’s presentation or that colorful cocktail. Then share your local experience by posting a photo or review on social media. Tag the restaurant and include #FlavorFourCorners for the chance to be featured in future issues.

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Celebrate Cuisine four corners food and beverage festivals

Coloradans love any excuse to gather with friends and neighbors. We also love live music, sunshine and adorning costumes. And we go gaga for events and festivals of all sorts. We enjoy grazing local menus for quality meals, shareable appetizers, craft beer and mixed cocktails, especially during happy hour.

So, it’s no mystery why many of our favorite celebrations center around the food and beverage scene.

TASTE OF DURANGO

MAC & CHEESE FESTIVAL

Every year Durango celebrates its culinary prestige with a few festivals, but Taste of Durango boasts itself as the big one. Thousands gather outdoors to taste a wide variety of signature items from Durango’s restaurants in a fourblock stretch of Main Avenue in one afternoon. The annual spring festival returns downtown May 15. Proceeds from the event benefit a selected nonprofit every year. So go gaga over the garnish and ganache; it’s for a good cause. If you missed this year’s event, don’t worry. There are plenty of other beloved events to enjoy this summer.

Farmington’s Mac and Cheese festival is a kid-friendly, kick-back-and-consume party at Berg Park. This national event is rooted from one person’s lifetime love of macaroni and cheese, and now shares their love to thousands of other carb and dairy loving folks. Luckily for us, this includes anyone who happens to be in Farmington, New Mexico during the summer. This year’s event on June 25 from 1-5 p.m. promises to feature a plethora of gourmet macaroni and cheeses, beer and wine, which kind of seems like a dream come true for anyone who is an adult by day, but a kid at heart.

The Four Corners region offers a wide array of culinary options, and residents love to celebrate our appreciation for refreshing drinks, delicious food and warm sunshine by attending fantastic festivals.

SAN JUAN BREWFEST

GREEN CHILE FESTIVAL

HARVEST DINNER

Every August, United Way of Southwest Colorado hosts a beertasting festival and fundraiser at Buckley Park. The San Juan Brewfest gathers more than 50 regional beer, cider, seltzer and wine makers in downtown Durango. Guests can enjoy live music while sipping and socializing.

This year’s event is 1-5 p.m. Aug. 27, with a special event for 500 VIP ticket holders 5-8 p.m., Friday, Aug. 26.

Proceeds from the fundraiser benefit United Way of Southwest Colorado.

Even if craft brews aren’t for you, and macaroni and cheese doesn’t make your mouth water, you can spice things up at the Ignacio Green Chile Fest. This annual fall event takes place in Ignacio and highlights what Southwest Colorado is good for; spicy, delicious chiles and winning competitions. Competitors gather for friendly fiery competition to see who can roast the best chilies and create the best salsas. Then, to tamper the sizzling chile competition, there is a cornhole tournament and live music to help everyone cool down and enjoy the rest of the fall evening.

True foodies rejoice at Durango’s annual Harvest Dinner hosted each fall by the community-centered nonprofit Local First. Although smaller and more exclusive than other area food events, the rustic-chic, al fresco dinner does not skimp on fine dining. The elegant event includes an evening of fine dining and education on the close relationship between area farmers, the food they grow and the intricate meals that professional chefs create locally.

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Alcé (pronounced All-Che’) is an American-comfort restaurant located inside the 26,000 square-foot clubhouse at Dalton Ranch Golf Club just eight minutes north of downtown Durango. Alcé is another word for elk which can be seen from what is no doubt the best patio dining experience in Durango. The executive chef is Antonio Ayala, and the restaurant offers more than a meal. It also offers an experience with some of the finest views in the Animas Valley. We also host many events including wine dinners, weddings and other private events.

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FILET MIGNON beef filet grilled and seasoned with sea salt and fresh cracked pepper to deliver the most flavor, topped with a pink peppercorn demi sauce TUSCAN CHICKEN oven-roasted and stuffed free-range chicken breast with goat cheese, pine nuts, sun-dried tomatoes and spinach, lightly seasoned and served with a light flavored lemon risotto and topped with Mediterranean relish BURRATA CAPRESE a perfect combination of two amazing salads, creamy burrata cheese paired with a frese salad with microgreens, tomatoes, prosciutto and red onions CAULIFLOWER STEAK a full-flavored dish roasted and seasoned, paired with creamy hummus, Mediterranean relish, frese slaw with microgreens, tomato puree and crispy chickpeas SHRIMP SAMBUCA poached shrimp with floral liquors and spices CHOCOLATE CAKE housemade cake topped with our bourbon cream sauce, almond brittle and berry compote coulis American . Comfort 589 County Road 252, Durango (970) 247-4980 www.alcerestaurant.com Wednesday-Sunday Noon-8 p.m.

Reservations recommended

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ABC is a favorite local spot providing a must-have Durango experience. We offer a full menu of housemade creations with our twist on the traditional. We serve a full kids menu, housemade pretzel sticks, hand-pattied craft burgers, our signature pasties, along with amazing homemade desserts.

We are proud to offer a wide selection of our own handcrafted beers, while also showcasing a selection of Colorado spirits and wine. Come visit us and enjoy our relaxed, familyfriendly atmosphere!

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ANIMAS WINGS choice of garlic ale, jerk or sarsaparilla sauce served with carrots and celery and ranch or blue cheese dressing KEG ROLLS beer-roasted chicken, green chiles, cream cheese and pepper jack served with ranch or bacon, mac and cheese served with sweet tomato vinaigrette BREW HOUSE PRETZELS housemade soft pretzel sticks served with our ale dip and brewer’s mustard WISCONSIN CURDS Wisconsin white-cheddar deep-fried cheese curds served with housemade ranch

Global Comfort Food · Brewpub 1560 East Second Ave., Durango (Next to Rotary Park and the Animas River Trail) (970) 403-8850 www.animasbrewing.com Open daily 11 a.m.-close Kitchen closes 9 p.m. daily

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And More FIELD SALAD mixed field greens, roasted beets, candied walnuts, crisp apples, red onions, blue cheese served with maple vinaigrette

FOR THE BIRDS PASTY beer-roasted chicken, applewood bacon, potatoes, carrots, scallions, mushrooms and cheddar cheese served with sarsaparilla barbecue sauce and ranch Also offering homemade desserts, kids menu, daily specials and vegetarian options. full menu here:

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J.W. CRAFT BURGER Local beef and smoked brisket topped with red onions, cheddar cheese and sarsaparilla barbecue sauce

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From farm to table and vine to wine Eolus Bar & Dining offers the finest menu selections from Southwest Colorado’s bounty of farms, ranches, vineyards and breweries. Our historic dining room provides a comfortable, mountain elegant setting with tabletop and booth seating. Our covered rooftop patio presents premium views of the surrounding mountains for our guests, as well as private parties. Eolus Bar & Dining is a distinct Durango establishment where guests are invited to relax and enjoy locally-inspired cuisine, wine and other craft beverages.

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Signature Items SEAFOOD STEW WITH SAFFRON CAPELLINI tomato fennel saffron broth, butter braised Maine lobster tail, scallop, salmon, shrimp, sweet red crab, calamari, basil aioli PRIME RIB “TWO WAYS” smoked prime rib roll, mashed Yukon gold potatoes, green peppercorn sauce and grilled rib-eye filet, broccolini, chili garlic demi-glace GRILLED WILD SALMON coconut crab jasmine rice, sesame broccolini, Asian barbecue glaze, crispy calamari

First Place Best Fine Dining Second Place Best Steak Third Place Best Restaurant

Locally grown . Mountain inspired 919 Main Ave., Durango (970) 259-2898 www.eolusdurango.com Monday-Friday 5-9 p.m.

Reservations recommended

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Explore Durango’s only food truck collective featuring a culinary experience with a variety of choices. 1950s retro gas station decor, come enjoy our outdoor seating areas with great views and savor live music with family and friends. Keep your eyes open for new and seasonal food trucks joining our community on the corner of Main and 11th Street in downtown Durango!

ERNIE’S BAR ice cold beer, classic cocktails and handcrafted specialty drinks featuring an extensive selection of tequila and mezcal BACKCOUNTRY GOURMET gourmet sliders, delicious salads and homemade sides

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THE BOX serving up incredible artisan wood-fired pizzas made with high mountain housemade dough and local ingredients SUNSHINE SMOOTHIES gluten-free baked goods, housemade soups, made-to-order waffles, smoothies and smoothie bowls made with fresh fruits and vegetables AVALANCHE BOWL COMPANY assorted rice bowls showcasing global cuisines TASTE COFFEE coffee bar collaboration with Desert Sun Coffee Roasters serving certified organic, fair trade coffees showcased in a roaster driven format, including single origin espresso shots

Second Place Outdoor Dining Second Place Best Happy Hour Third Place Best Casual Dining

Culinary collective . Mezcal bar 1101 Main Ave., Durango (970) 422-8482 www.11thstreetstation.com Open daily 7 a.m.

Online ordering . Takeout . Outdoor seating . Live music

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Our quaint, locally-owned restaurants serve the best handmade Colorado-style pizzas. We probably have the largest topping selection in the known universe. Indoor and outdoor dining and full bar at all three locations.

Signature Items PIZZAS KOKO’S GREEK spinach, red onion, tomato, Kalamata olive, Parmesan, feta on garlic oil

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PORK-U-PINE ham, pineapple, cheddar, marinara CHICKEN BACON RANCH chicken, bacon, bell pepper, cheddar, ranch PIZZA PRIMAVERA spinach, red onion, tomatoes, ricotta, feta, Parmesan, garlic oil THE HEATER spicy sausage, jalapeño, green chile, cheddar on marinara HUDSUCKER mushrooms, meatballs, roasted garlic on alfredo Italian . Casual Three locations 441 E. College Drive, Durango . (970) 259-5551 2915 N. Main Ave., Durango . (970) 422-8337 125 Mercado St., Suite 105, Durango (970) 764-4207 www.homeslicedelivers.com Open daily 11 a.m.-10 p.m.

Bar open until midnight Dine-In . Take-and-Bake . Delivery Outdoor dining . Online ordering

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STARTERS garlic home rolls, pepperoni rolls, garlic cheese bread

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CALZONES made to order, with over 50 toppings to choose from

SANDWICHES Big Billy Meatball Sub, Italian Beef, Chicken Bacon Ranch, Chicken Caesar Wrap, Eggplant Parmesan, Gyro

PHOTO BY: SCOTT D SMITH

SALADS Home Salad, My Big Fat Greek, Caesar, The Holy Goat DESSERTS cinnamon knots and cookies

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First Place Best Pizza

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The James Ranch Grill takes farm to table one step further. The restaurant is a table on the farm, sourcing the majority of its organic ingredients on-site at the James Ranch. The organic vegetables that don’t grow in their own gardens are sourced from local and regional producers that care for the land and use sustainable practices.

Enjoy an expansive outdoor seating area that provides amazing views, or indoor seating that features more windows than walls, so guests can soak in the scenery.

The restaurant serves non-alcoholic beverages as well as locally crafted beer, wine and hard cider.

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Signature Items HAND-PATTIED BURGERS a third-pound patty of 100% grass-fed beef, raised on the ranch and high in omega-3s FINGERLING FRIES flavorful, hand-cut potatoes sourced from the San Luis Valley where regenerative practices keep pesticides out of the potatoes GOURMET CHEESE MELTS 100% grass-fed, raw milk cheese made within walking distance of your table

SPECIALTY SANDWICHES more delicious options to choose from including a steak sandwich or BLT FRESH SALADS beautiful, locally-sourced, nutritionally dense salads with seasonal veggies, local goat cheese and other fun additions SOUP, STEWS AND CHILI mouthwatering soups, stews and chili made from locally-sourced meats and vegetables served in the fall and winter seasons

Seasonal menu . Organic, local ingredients Family-friendly . Fast-casual dining 33846 Highway 550, Durango 10 miles north of Durango, just past Honeyville (970) 764-4222 www.jamesranch.net Follow us on Check our website for hours

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First Place Best Hamburger First Place Best Outdoor Dining

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We offer great cowboy food, service and genuine cowboy charm at our one-of-a-kind breakfast, lunch and dinner cafe. Homestyle breakfast options include our famous French toast and cowboy Benedict smothered in country gravy. Come hungry for lunch and try a southwest burger or fresh crispy chicken salad.

Dinner specials include the 14-ounce rib-eye steak and our famous prime rib.

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COWBOY BENEDICT one or two biscuits topped with smoked ham and two basted eggs smothered in country gravy and served with potatoes FRENCH TOAST cinnamon raisin bread battered and rolled in corn flakes and lightly grilled HUEVOS RANCHEROS two eggs served on a corn tortilla, beans and salsa with jack and cheddar cheese served with two pieces of bacon, potatoes, sour cream and green onions RIB-EYE STEAK & EGGS handcut 10-ounce rib-eye served with eggs, choice of potato and toast RIBS full rack or half rack smothered in hickory smoked barbecue sauce

Cowboy diner • American 619 Main Ave., Durango (970) 764-4280 1219 Greene St., Silverton (970) 387-9947 135 Country Center Drive, Pagosa Springs (970) 398-2249 Sunday-Thursday 6:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.

Friday-Saturday 6:30 a.m.-9 p.m.

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Nature’s Oasis Executive Chef, Charles Childers, is a culinary wunderkind who is internationally trained in Jamaica and Fiji and has worked in well over 100 kitchens, learning from as many chefs as he could find. Childers moved to Durango in 1997 and worked as sous chef for several well-known restaurants. He has made multiple television appearances for local stations and is a hall of fame member in the national nonprofit called Cooking Matters, of which there are more than 80 branches in the country. He attended culinary school at Community College of Southern Nevada.

Signature Items

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GREEN GODDESS JUICE cucumber, parsley, spinach, celery, kale, apple and lemon COLORADO COBB SALAD spring mix, Boar’s Head oven-gold turkey, bacon, tomatoes, colby cheese, hard-boiled eggs, avocado, sprouts and housemade blue cheese dressing SIGNATURE PREPARED SALADS curried turkey, cilantro lime tuna, cranberry almond quinoa DAGWOOD SANDWICH Black Forest ham, oven-roasted turkey, roast beef, Swiss cheese and banana peppers

Natural deli . Juice and smoothie bar 300 S. Camino del Rio, Durango (970) 247-1988 www.naturesoasismarket.com Monday-Saturday 8 a.m.-8 p.m.

Sunday 8 a.m.-7 p.m.

Vegetarian and vegan options

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home to FLAVOR • SPRING/SUMMER 2022

First Place Best Fresh Food Market Second Place Best Deli Second Place Best Supermarket/ Grocery Store

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Established in 1972, Ore House is one of Colorado’s oldest and finest restaurants. Decorated with intricate murals and historical artifacts, the dining room exemplifies the heritage, history and culture of Southwest Colorado. In this chef-owned and operated restaurant, our experienced staff serve hand-cut steaks, sustainable wild-caught seafood and seasonal, local ingredients.

Ore House is also well-known for an extensive whiskey and wine collection, as well as an ever-evolving craft cocktail menu.

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STEAKS hand-cut prime and choice steaks SEAFOOD wild-caught, sustainable seafood LIBATIONS award-winning wine list, extensive, whiskey collection, craft cocktails

Steak · Seafood · Libations 147 E. College Drive, Durango (970) 247-5707 info@orehousedurango.com Check website for current menu: www.orehouserestaurant.com Wednesday-Sunday 5 p.m.

Reservations recommended

First Place Best Steak Third Place Best Fine Dining

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Since 1887, The Strater Hotel has been welcoming locals and visitors alike to Durango’s living history museum. Our three popular restaurants and bars – Mahogany Grille, The Diamond Belle Saloon and The Office Spiritorium – offer individually unique settings to enjoy creative cocktails, shareable appetizers and elegant dinners. Inside each of these unique venues, you’ll find Victorian-era furnishings, intricate craftsmanship, storied art and the best service.

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ADULT CANDY Gorgonzola filled dates, applewood bacon with a honey drizzle

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MAIN STREET POT ROAST braised beef with mushrooms, carrots and onions served on herbed mashed potatoes ELK TENDERLOIN grilled and served with Luxardo cherry demi-glace WAGYU local wagyu selection from Cross Creek Premium Meats in Hesperus CARROT CAKE chef’s family recipe for carrot cake with pecans and a cream cheese frosting STRATER BURGER beef patty topped with a bourbon bacon onion jam, lettuce, tomato and pepper jack cheese

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Diamond Belle 11:30 a.m.-close

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699 Main Ave., Durango (800) 247-4431 www.strater.com

The Office Spiritorium 4 p.m.-close Mahogany Grille 5 p.m.-close Weekend Brunch 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

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The Yellow Carrot is a high vibration culinary food mecca, eatery and bakery. We enhance vitality, evolve one’s spirit and plant a fire of opportunity in one’s core through a paradise of food, drinks, desserts and joy-filled service with a team of remarkable, stunning people who serve you from a river of love and joy.

We serve passion and infinite amounts of enthusiasm while inspiring the world to start living to their full potential with miraculous food. Let us massage your heart and eyes with the best food ever!

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Full-service bar . Bakery 3206 Main Ave. Suite 1, Durango (970) 259-3773 . www.theyellowcarrot.com

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Check our website for hours Free parking . Pet-friendly outdoor seating Takeout

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Signature Items BRONUTS savory pastry with roasted garlic fondue SMOKED SALMON CIGARS spinach, whipped goat cheese and feta, honey Dijon

THE SUPER HUMAN Brussels sprouts, kale, spinach, tomatoes, basil, purple radish, carrot hair, arugula, asparagus, beets, blueberries, lemon garlic vinaigrette GREEK LAMB BURGER tzatziki, cucumber, dill, mint, lamb, red onion, tomato, feta and goat cheese HOWIE’S PETITE FILET horseradish, cheddar, crusted buttered mushrooms, cauliflower mashers, roasted garlic spinach SHRIMP & GRITS yellow and red peppers, cremini mushrooms, Texas shrimp, andouille sausage, Cajun cream, cheddar grits

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I’M AWESOME BURRITO carne asada, onions, jalapeños, chipotle, cheddar sauce, tomato, cilantro, made with famous creamy scrambled eggs

DESSERTS cakes, cookies, bars, macaroons and more

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Zia Taqueria has been partnering with local growers and ranchers since 2005 in an effort to offer you the freshest and finest ingredients. We serve grass-fed beef, locally grown beans, and source local produce whenever available. Our tortilla chips are produced in our Durango factory using GMO-free local corn and Colorado sunflower oil. We are a family-friendly restaurant with vegan, gluten-free and paleo menu options available.

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TAMALES (WEEKEND ONLY) traditionally handcrafted with authentic masa and your choice of pork with green salsa, chicken barbacoa or roasted red peppers and queso fresco BAJA FISH TACOS tempura-battered pollock, cabbage, Mexican tartar sauce and pico de gallo SUPER NACHO LIBRE chips, cheese, meat or veggies, rice, beans, guacamole and your choice of toppings TACOS & BURRITOS endless combinations of beans, rice, protein and toppings made to order, however you like it RICE, SALAD OR POTATO BOWL your choice of beans, rice, fresh toppings, salsas and sauces

Fast-casual . Mexican Two locations 2977 North Main Ave., Durango . (970) 247-3355 400 S. Camino del Rio, Durango . (970) 247-1002 www.ziataqueria.com Zia Taqueria Open daily 11 a.m.-9 p.m.

Zia Cantina Open daily 3:30 p.m.-9 p.m..

Outdoor seating . Online ordering

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Zia Taqueria’s upstairs bar and rooftop patio, in collaboration with Peach Street Distillery delivers artisan, creative cocktails with a shared commitment to using fresh, locally-sourced ingredients that support Colorado communities.

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Signature Items CANTINA MARGARITA d’agave silver, orange liqueur, lime, orange, agave PALOMA d’agave silver, grapefruit, lime, agave, Jarritos grapefruit soda EL CHISME pear infused gin, lime, lemon, sage simple

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First Place Best Casual Dining First Place Best Caterer Second Place Best Mexican Food Second Place Best Taco FirstPlace Vegetarian/Vegan

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2nd Deli & Spirits creates masterpieces with fresh ingredients, housemade meats and signature dressings on freshly baked bread.

Regulars crowd the small, yet spacious sandwich shop daily to enjoy a delicious meal.

The menu features specialty and traditional sandwiches, homemade sides, local draft beer, cocktails and wine.

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THE HOUSE ITALIAN 6-inch or 12-inch grinder roll with capocollo, sopressata, mortadella, provolone, shaved lettuce, yellow onions, tomatoes, hot cherry peppers, green peppers and Italian dressing THE GOBBLER 6-inch baguette with roast turkey, applewood smoked bacon, white sharp cheddar cheese, sliced apples shaved lettuce and cranberry mayo THE REUBEN marble rye loaded with our housemade corned beef, stacked with sauerkraut, Swiss cheese and house Russian dressing THE “BIG Z” BURGER two thin house-ground patties topped with American cheese, lettuce, pickles, onions and our signature sauce

First Place Best Deli

Deli . Sandwiches . Soups 601 East Second Ave. Suite D, Durango (970) 259-1000 www.2nddelidurango.com Monday-Wednesday 11 a.m.-5 p.m.

Thursday-Saturday 11 a.m.-7 p.m.

Sunday 11 a.m.-5 p.m.

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Located in Downtown Durango, Colorado, 636 Main Ave offers exceptional food and great service at a reasonable price. This American bistro offers a personally crafted, diverse menu including seafood, steak, Asian-inspired dishes, gluten free options, decadent desserts, daily specials and some local favorites. You can also enjoy our extensive wine menu, choose from over a dozen custom crafted martinis, as well as locally brewed and standard favorite beers on tap. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion, dining with friends, or just grabbing a quick bite – you will feel welcome at 636 Main Ave.

Signature Items GINGER-CHICKEN POTSTICKERS glazed with hoisin sauce, orange-honey dipping sauce

PISTACHIO NUT CRUSTED GROUPER served with sweet potato smash, sautéed spinach, vanilla rum butter GRILLED FILET MIGNON eight-ounce filet mignon, balsamic honey glaze, cabernet-thyme sauce, Gorgonzola butter, sautéed spinach and potato lasagna YELLOW COCONUT CURRY SHRIMP, CHICKEN OR TOFU WITH SEASONAL VEGETABLES fennel, bok choy, tomatoes, scallions, basil. spicy

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RED BIRD LOLLIPOP WINGS choice of hoisin, Sriracha soy ginger or orange honey glaze served with housemade blue cheese dipping sauce

American bistro • Fine dining 636 Main Ave., Durango (970) 385-1810 www.636mainave.com Sunday-Thursday 5-9 p.m.

Friday-Saturday 4-9 p.m.

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Outside Magazine writes, “The wizards at Durango’s East by Southwest craft some of the most imaginative sushi in the west.” Come experience vibrant Japanese fusion cuisine featuring fresh organic ingredients, freerange meats, sustainably-sourced seafood and extensive vegetarian and gluten-free options.

Signature Items SUSHI & SASHIMI tuna, yellow tail, red snapper, sea bass, wild salmon, octopus, oysters

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12-HOUR RAMEN 12-hour pork broth, ramen noodles, porkbelly, soft egg, spinach, togarashi, scallions, bamboo shoots TENDERLOIN FILET & SHIITAKES wasabi mashers, shiitake demi pan-seared spinach BRUSSELS SPROUTS CHIPS kombu wasabi salt TIRADITOS yuzu, lime, pink salt, kaffir lime oil FABULOUS SUSHI ROLLS Triple Tuna, Philly Roll, Hamachi Love, Vampiro Hamango, Dragon Roll, Boomshiki, Lotus Blossom

Sushi . Steak . Fusion 160 E. College Drive, Durango (970) 247-5533 www.eastbysouthwest.com Lunch Monday-Saturday 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.

Dinner 4:30-8:30 p.m. daily Happy hour 4:30-6 p.m. daily (excluding holiday weekends) Takeout . Reservations

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El Moro embraces the town’s Victorian heritage and reflects the town’s history. In the early 1900s, 945 Main Ave. truly was the El Moro Saloon. The present-day El Moro has some of the feel of the original saloon with bare red brick walls, tin ceiling, hardwood floors and heavy wooden tables. The menu can be described as modernrustic. The simple and memorable dishes are designed to blend classic, old world preparations with exciting techniques that have evolved from the modern cuisine movement, such as spherification, which will highlight the qualities of the ingredients.

Signature Items

DRY-AGED PORK CHOP grilled 10-ounce Duroc pork chop, apple mustard glaze, cider and house bacon braised collard greens, jalapeno fire-roasted corn puree

Second Place Best Cocktails Second Place Best Bar/Pub Third Place Best Servers

Modern Rustic 945 Main Ave., Durango (970) 259-5555 www.elmorotavern.com

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PASTA & PRAWNS housemade squid ink spaghetti alla chitarra, jumbo gulf shrimp, grape tomatoes, lemon garlic butter, white wine, fresh basil

Lunch Monday-Friday 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m.

Brunch Saturday-Sunday 9 a.m.-2 p.m.

Dinner Sunday-Thursday 4-10 p.m.

Open Friday and Saturday until 11 p.m.

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Grassburger is the award-winning choice for the yummiest, juiciest, healthiest burgers in Durango.

100% grass-fed, U.S. raised beef, delicious turkey or housemade vegan black bean burgers, French and sweet potato fries – mmm, mmm!

Our 100% grass-fed beef is lower in cholesterol, high in healthy omegas, vitamins and minerals. We offer clean, nutritious, delicious food with vegan, gluten-free and dairy-free options.

Come enjoy our outdoor patio and friendly service!

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Signature Items GREEN CHILE JACK BURGER grass-fed beef patty topped with New Mexico green chile, pepper jack cheese, lettuce, tomato, pickles, onion and our signature chipotle sauce served on a GMO-free potato bun FRENCH OR SWEET POTATO FRIES some of the best fries in town cooked in GMOfree rice bran oil DESSERT & DRINKS yummy shakes, handcrafted Zuberfizz sodas, local beers and wine

Second Place Best Burger Third Place Best Fries

American 726½ Main Ave., Durango 360 S. Camino del Rio, Durango www.grassburger.com Open daily 11 a.m.-9 p.m.

Online ordering · Catering Dog-friendly patio · Delivery

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Originally from Nepal, Karma Tenzing Bhotia brought his experience as an award-winning executive chef to Himalayan Kitchen. He spent eight years as a chef in Austria, mastering the art of combining the bold flavors of Nepal with the subtleties of European cuisine. His expertise with fresh herbs and spices to create flavorful dishes.

Signature Items LUNCH SPECIAL choice of chicken curry or aloo gobi served with vegetable curry, saag, cucumber salad, rice, naan, gulab jamun for $15

ANNAPURNA SHRIMP pan-fried shrimp with bell pepper, zucchini, green chile, tomato and cilantro HIMALAYAN MOJITO a refreshing drink made with vodka, ginger syrup, fresh lime, mint and ginger beer

Second place Best Asian Cuisine

Nepalese · Indian · Tibetan Cuisine 992 Main Ave., Durango (970) 259-0956 www.himkitchen.com Friday-Saturday 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., 5-9:30 p.m.

Sunday-Thursday* 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., 5-9 p.m.

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MIXED GRILL PLATTER lamb, shrimp and chicken, marinated overnight and roasted to perfection served on a sizzling platter of freshly grilled onions

Place an online order

*Closed Mondays

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DURANGO Thank you for joining us for a great selection of authentic Mexican food, made with traditional taste from the southern parts of Mexico, including Chiapas, Oaxaca and Veracruz. Every dish starts with fresh ingredients. This journey is made possible by the love and passion to serve great food and give Durango a taste of heritage that will never die.

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AGUA CHILE DEL SUR raw shrimp and octopus cooked in lime juice, with onions, cilantro, cucumbers, tomatoes and jalapeños MENUDO served Saturdays and Sundays only BARBACOA PLATE baked, slow-cooked beef served with rice, beans and avocado sauce on the side POLLO EN MOLE POBLANO chicken breast with our delicious homemade mole sauce, served with rice and beans CAZUELA DE MARISCOS seafood soup with fish, shrimp, calamari, octopus, crab legs and scallops

South Mexican Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner 835 Main Ave. #106, Durango (Inside Main Mall) (970) 764-4042 · www.durangoamigos.com Tuesday-Saturday 11 a.m.-9 p.m.

Sunday: 10 a.m.-3 p.m. · Closed Mondays

DURANGO

Benvenuto a Mamma Silvia’s! We craft traditional Italian cuisine inspired by Mamma Silvia’s family recipes. We cook from scratch to order “al momento” using the best ingredients with attention to detail.

Please join us and share Mamma Silvia’s joy in cooking for family and friends.

Signature Items PENNE ALA RUSTICA Italian sausage, roasted peppers, eggplant, San Marzano tomato, basil, pecorino cheese

VEAL OR CHICKEN PICCATA cremini mushrooms, capers, in a white wine lemon butter sauce VEAL OR CHICKEN MARSALA cremini mushrooms, Marsala wine, demi glace, butter MAMMA’S LASAGNA sweet sausage and beef ragout, ricotta, mozzarella, marinara, bechamel sauce SPAGHETTI CON POLPETTE meatballs, tomato sauce and Parmesan cheese

Italian • Fine Dining 150 E. College Drive, Durango (970) 247-5533 www.mammasilvias.com

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LINGUINE ALA PESCATORE lobster, clams, mussels, shrimp, squid, scallops, San Marzano tomato, seafood broth

Wednesday-Sunday 4:30-8:30 p.m.

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Online ordering • Takeout

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Nayarit is an extraordinary, award-winning Mexican restaurant, featuring delicious authentic dishes made with high quality ingredients, specialty margaritas and an amazing ambiance.

Signature Items MOLCAJETE DE MARISCOS scallops, octopus, shrimp, tilapia, calamari, clams, and cactus with chorizo and cheese in volcanic rock bowl

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MOLCAJETE MEXICANO grilled carne asada steak, chicken, pork chops, cactus, shrimp, tilapia, chorizo and queso, topped off in our special molcajete sauce served in a volcanic rock bowl.

STREET TACOS 11 specialty meat, chicken or seafood options placed in a soft corn tortilla, topped with lettuce, onions, cilantro and salsa HOUSEMADE MARGARITAS created with the freshest ingredients MAHI MAHI TACOS filet of mahi mahi seasoned and grilled served with vegetables and rice

First Place Best Mexican Food 5 years in a row Mexican food Two locations North 2525 Main Ave., Durango (970) 385-1595 Closed Tuesdays.

South 1135 S. Camino del Rio #290 (970) 259-4114 Closed Mondays www.nayaritmexicandurango.com Sunday-Thursday 11 a.m.-9 p.m.

Friday-Saturday 11 a.m.-10 p.m.

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In an intimate space on Main Avenue, Primus prepares and serves world-class wild game and fresh seafood.

The restaurant sources high-quality meat, seafood and other fresh ingredients for a true fine dining experience in the heart of downtown Durango. Indulge in a thoughtfully prepared meal paired with a wine from our carefully curated selection.

Signature Items OYSTERS six or twelve at market price served with mango rice wine vinegar, house hot sauce

LOBSTER MAC butter-poached Maine lobster, four cheese cream sauce, roasted tomato, basil, garlic, panko, parmesan, chili flakes VEGETARIAN wild mushrooms, white beans, heirloom cherry tomatoes, herbed goat cheese, balsamic arugula, pickled beets ELK STRIP eight-ounce Western Canada with choice of two sides COLORADO RED WAGYU TOMAHAWK 40-ounce Wagyu Tomahawk for two served with four sides

Seafood • Wild Game 1017 Main Ave., Durango (970) 259-1945 www.primusrestaurant.com

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CHARRED OCTOPUS house-smoked heirloom tomato sauce, fried capers, toasted baguette, olive aioli, fine herbs

Wednesday-Thursday 4-8 p.m.

Friday-Saturday 4-9 p.m.

Reservations encouraged

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Sage Fresh Eats is a fast-casual concept serving soups, salads, sandwiches and grain bowls with a core focus on local ingredients and environmental sustainability. Sage is fast, affordable, healthy and family-friendly.

Signature Items

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CHOP SALAD seasonal greens, romaine, grape tomatoes, corn, feta, sourdough croutons, hardboiled egg, avocado, buttermilk dill dressing with optional fresh bacon bits BAHN MI-ISH BOWL quinoa, farro, wild rice, brown rice, seasonal greens, cucumbers, carrot daikon slaw, garlic cremini mushrooms, rice wine Sriracha dressing with optional chicken or tofu T.L.T smoked, local tempeh, lettuce, tomato, avocado, vegan dill aioli, sourdough focaccia SOUPS six adventurous originals and chef inspired classics

Second Place Best New Business

Salads . Soups . Sandwiches Grain bowls 3101 Main Ave, #5, Durango (970) 764-4270 www.sagefresheats.com Daily 11 a.m.-8 p.m.

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Celebrating 28 years, our philosophy is simple take the best ingredients and let them speak for themselves. Seasons is firmly rooted to Americanstyle cooking perfectly paired with exceptional wines and amazing service.

The menu changes seasonally, and the quality remains our constant. Wines and beverages are chosen to complement the bold flavors of each season, while offering a wide range of choices.

Our casually elegant dining room buzzes with the excitement of our exhibition kitchen, showcasing the high energy world of a culinary team in action.

Signature Items

CLASSIC CAESAR SALAD tender romaine, garlic croutons, ParmigianoReggiano, housemade Caesar dressing SPIT ROASTED HALF CHICKEN roasted garlic mashed potatoes, chef-inspired seasonal vegetables, chicken jus

Durango's only Best of Award of Excellence from Wine Spectator

American cuisine · Fresh · Seasonal · Local 764 Main Ave., Durango (970) 382-9790 www.seasonsofdurango.com

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HOISIN GLAZED BARBECUE RIBS slow braised, fall off the bone tender pork ribs, finished on oak fired grill, spicy slaw and scallions

Monday-Friday 11:30 a.m.-9 p.m.

Saturday-Sunday 4-9 p.m.

Reservations recommended

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Steamworks Brewing Company opened its doors in Durango in September 1996. The family-friendly brewpub offers award-winning craft beer, delicious and creative fare, and a fun atmosphere. Stop by to experience what the award-winning team of brewers have put on tap!

The culinary program at Steamworks is unmatched in the region, in both breadth and quality of offerings.

The diverse menu features regionally raised meats, sustainably sourced seafood, healthy salads, flavorful pizza and Southwestern-style dishes. Enjoy internationally recognized brews and thoughtfully prepared food, just steps from Main Avenue.

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Signature Items INDONESIAN PEANUT SALAD rice noodles, greens, cucumbers, chicken, sesame seeds, carrots, peanut sauce RICO BURGER ale-braised onion, blue cheese, buffalo sauce CAJUN PENNE PASTA all-natural chicken breast, Gosar Ranch andouille sausage, poblano peppers and onion in a cajun cream sauce

Second Place Best Brewery Second Place Best Casual Dining Second Place French Fries Third Place Best Bar / Pub

American (new & traditional) · Burgers · Sandwiches Mexican · Cajun/Creole · Pizza · Seafood · Vegetarian 801 East Second Ave., Durango (970) 259-9200 . www.steamworksbrewing.com Sunday-Wednesday 11 a.m.-midnight Thursday-Saturday 11-2 a.m.

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PITMASTER smoked pulled pork in spicy barbecue sauce topped with cole slaw and pickles on a Kaiser roll SANTA RITA roasted turkey, green chile, cheddar, tomato, romaine, aioli, hoagie roll BISTRO roast beef, Swiss cheese, caramelized onions and Dijon mustard on a baguette with au jus for dipping BALBOA genoa salami, capicola, mortadella, provolone, romaine, tomato, red onion, pepperoncini, Italian vinaigrette, hoagie roll PURPLE CLIFFS SALAD mixed greens, Asian-style slaw, cashews, mango, avocado, Asian-style vinaigrette

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Sunnyside Farms Market is Durango’s specialty market, craft butcher shop and deli / bistro, featuring all things delicious under one roof. While you’re in enjoying our signature housemade sandwiches, salads and soups, be sure to shop our curated selection of specialty grocery items. Make a stop at the butcher counter, stocked daily with pasture raised beef, pork, lamb, poultry and premium seafood. Try our chefprepared take and bake meals and meal kits, local products and gourmet snacks. Visit Brightside Spirits, located inside the store for a quality selection of wine, spirits, craft beers, seltzers, canned cocktails and more.

Deli . Market . Butcher Shop 1305 Escalante Drive, Suite 101, Durango (970) 375-6400 www.sunnysidefarmsmarket.com Please visit website for seasonal hours

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Enjoy an Old West music show and supper at Bar D Chuckwagon, Durango’s favorite family entertainment since 1969.

Theand Bar DSupper Wranglers Old West Music Show perform in concert after supper with songs Durango’s favorite family entertainment since of 1969 Memorial Day weekend through cowboys and the September old West, comedy and lively Activities and shops open at 4:30 pm instrumentals to please the entire family.

Supper is at 6:30 Rain or Shine www.bardchuckwagon.com 970-749-9161 8080 County Road

The Bookcase and Barber is a sophisticated barber shop and secret cocktail lounge. With the right password, guests can enjoy a classic, themed cocktail crafted with ingredients made in-house.

250, Durango

The Bar D Wranglers perform (970) 749-9161 in concert after supper with songs of cowboys and the old www.bardchuckwagon.com west, comedy, and lively OpentoMemorial instrumentals please the Day-September entire family.

Activities and shops are open beginning

at 4:30 p.m. and supper is served at 6:30 p.m., rain or shine.

First Place Best Bar/Pub First Place Best Cocktails

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Cocktails • Spirits 601 East Second Ave. Suite B, Durango (970) 764-4123 www.bookcaseandbarber.com Open daily 5 p.m.-midnight Online ordering • Takeout

Highway 3 Roadhouse and Oyster Bar is noted as one of the local favorites away from downtown with plenty of sunshine. The menu features Southern cuisine with gumbo, catfish, crab cakes, po-boys and more. Oysters from Maryland are the biggest hit, serving about 400 each day.

Get here early because we are only open three days a week!

Southern Cuisine • Full Bar 955 Highway 3, Durango (970) 385-7444 www.highway3roadhouse.com Wednesday-Friday 4-8 p.m.

Third Place Best Seafood

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Located inside Nature’s Oasis, locally-owned Jack’s is a full-service meat market with 100plus options of only the best quality products.

Sustainably and naturally raised Angus beef.

Wild-caught or sustainably raised seafood and fish. Smart Chicken, Niman Ranch and more.

You can trust Jack’s to know where their products come from and how they are raised.

Meats . Poultry . Seafood Located inside Nature’s Oasis 300 S. Camino del Rio, Durango (970) 247-1988 www.naturesoasismarket.com

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Visit our beer cave—the coolest cave in the Four Corners. Offering your favorite beers, wines and spirits at affordable prices. Convenient, local and great discounts including 10% off five or more bottles and 20% off 11 or more bottles of wine.

Located two minutes south of downtown Durango.

Beer . Wine . Liquor 300 S. Camino del Rio, Durango (970) 375-0351 www.naturesoasismarket.com

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Beer pairings for every palate The craft beer boom has inspired millions of people to look at beer through a new lens. Once relegated to backyard barbecues and ball games, beer is now served alongside gourmet meals.

Much like the right wine can make a meal taste even better, beer can bring out the flavors of any food, making it an ideal complement to everything from steak to seafood to salad.

The Brewers Association is an American trade group whose membership consists of more than 5,400 brewers, suppliers and retailers. The group recommends beer lovers follow a three-pronged approach to matching beer and food. It’s worth noting the BA does not view this approach as a 1-2-3 process, meaning beer lovers need not follow the steps in order to perfect their pairing skills.

1. Match strength with strength. The BA recommends pairing strongly flavored foods with assertive beers and delicate foods with delicate beers. For example, a relatively low alcohol witbier should pair well with light seafood like steamed mussels.

Beer lovers who enjoy strong barley wines, which are typically 10% alcohol by volume (ABV) or higher, should find that a strong cheese or dessert matches up well with this overpowering style.

2. Find harmonies. The BA notes that beer-food combinations typically resonate most effectively when they share some common flavor or aroma element. For example, the deep, roasted flavors of an imperial stout often pair nicely with chocolate truffles.

3. Consider sweetness, bitterness, carbonation, heat (spice), and richness.

The BA recommends that beer lovers look to take advantage of the specific and predictable ways that certain qualities of food and beer interact with each other.

For example, malty sweetness can cool the heat, making a hoppy beer with plenty of malt a good choice to pair with spicy food.

Pairing the right beer with food can make any night out on the town that much better.

Want to pair your favorite craft beers like a professional?

Consider these pairing tips and local recommendations.

• Amber/red ale: Chicken, seafood, burgers and spicy cuisine local beer: Animas River Brewery’s Boxcar Red • American wheat ale: Very light food, including salads, sushi and vegetable dishes local beer: Bottom Shelf Brewery’s Rockwood Wheat • Blonde ale: Light food, including chicken, salads and salmon local beer: Ska Brewing Company’s True Blonde

• Dark Lager: Hearty and spicy food, like barbecue and roasted vegetables local beer: Riff Raff Brewing Company’s Holy Schnitzel Doppelbock • India Pale Ale: Strong spicy food and bold, sweet desserts like carrot cake local beer: Steamworks Brewing Company’s Third Eye P.A. • Double/Imperial IPA: Smoked beef brisket, grilled lamb and southern chicken-fried steak

local beer: Steamworks Brewing Company’s Conductor Imperial IPA • Light Lager: Samosas, salmon, chicken salad local beer: Carver Brewing Company’s Lightner Creek Lager Pilsner: Light food such as chicken, salads and salmon

local beer: Main Street Brewery & Restaurant’s Scaramouche Bohemian Pilsner • Porter: Barbecue, sausages, roasted meat, and blackened fish local beer: Mancos Brewing Company’s Pagan Porter

local beer: Carver Brewing Company’s La Plata Pilsner

• Sweet or Oatmeal stout: Rich, spicy food, including barbecued beef and Szechuan cuisine

• Classic pilsner: Light food such as chicken, salads and salmon

local beer: Animas Brewing Company’s Low Flow Nitro Stout

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A busy, but cozy community spot, Blue Sky Cafe in Bayfield serves specialty coffee drinks, freshly baked goods, delicious homemade meals, a la carte sides and rotating house specials. The cafe sources local meat and produce to ensure each meal is made with the freshest quality ingredients, and some love. Guests can stop in to grab a coffee on-the-go, or enjoy a hearty breakfast while chatting with friends and neighbors.

The Billy Goat Saloon is a roadhouse located 16 miles east of Durango on Highway 160. The bar offers a great beer selection and handcrafted cocktails. The saloon features pool tables for guest entertainment and a large outdoor patio. Don’t forget to claim a T-shirt with our world-famous logo and taste our award-winning Hair of the Goat Bloody Mary Mix. Bar • American

39848 Highway 160, Gem Village (970) 884-9155 www.billygoatsaloon.com

American • Cafe 25 West Mill St., Bayfield (970) 884-9958

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Welcome to the Weminuche Woodfire Grill. The word Weminuche is a Ute term for “the old gentle way” and the restaurant is named for the surrounding Weminuche Wilderness located in the San Juan National Forest north of Vallecito Lake. The Weminuche Woodfire Grill offers quality food in a beautiful, fun, familyoriented setting that will keep you coming back. Always new specials, events and music to enjoy. Please check our website or Facebook for current hours.

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Signature Items THE GUNNISON choice of burger or chicken topped with mushrooms, Swiss cheese, bacon, onion, lettuce, tomato THE SAN JUAN choice of burger or chicken topped with green chile, whiskey onions, cheese, lettuce, tomato and Weminuche sauce PULLED PORK SANDWICH smoked pulled pork, coleslaw and barbecue sauce CAJUN SHRIMP CAESAR SALAD romaine lettuce, Parmesan cheese, tomatoes, croutons and shrimp SUPREME PIZZA pepperoni, sausage, mushroom, bell peppers, onions, olives, mozzarella

American . Family restaurant 18044 County Road 501, Bayfield (970) 884-7153 www.weminuchegrill.com Check our website for seasonal hours

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