Breckenridge Brewery Shares More Than Just Avalanche Ale With Hockey Fans This Playoff Season
Just in time for the Avs playoffs, Breckenridge Brewery has announced it will be gifting their 2 rinkside season tickets to different "Community Stars" for each and every playoff game for the rest of the season.
Fans can head to breckbrew.com to nominate a deserving member of the community. And as part of their ongoing commitment to the Colorado community, Breck is promising a portion of proceeds of Avalanche Ale to the Boulder community fund to support victims of the Marshall fire.
“We recognize how challenging the last few years have been for so many Coloradoans and want to give those who have already given so much the chance to enjoy an Avalanche Ale while cheering on the Avs during what has been such an exciting season,“ said Todd Thibault, Culture Czar of Breckenridge Brewery. “And if you are superstitious like some of us, it’s important to know that Breckenridge’s Avalanche Ale launched the same year the Avs won their very first Stanley Cup, so we toast to good luck here.”
Breckenridge Brewery invites anyone to nominate community members who should get the chance to celebrate with the Avs throughout the playoffs. Fans can drop a name in the hat and learn more by visiting BreckBrew.com/CommunityStars. Each home game, Breck will hook up a fan and their friend with Playoff tickets, some gear to match, and of course, the drink of the season: Avalanche Ale.
“We have seen firsthand the strength of the community here in Colorado,” said Eric Schoenborn, Vice President of Engagement at the Community Foundation Boulder County. “We love seeing Breckenridge Brewery honor this uniquely special group of people with some much-needed celebration. Go Avs go!”
Follow along on Instagram and Twitter to stay connected and see some of our Community Stars shine!
Sneaker Con Denver Recap | May 7, 2022
The world of sneaker collecting, selling, trading has become a world phenomenon. In a multi-billion dollar industry the hobby turned cash cow has evolved over the years. Sneaker Con brings together and gives this culture a place where grails are found, heat is sold, and collections are traded. This past weekend the Denver Convention Center played host to the revolving sneaker exhibit. From city to city Sneaker Con brings some of the most recognized sellers, collectors and You Tube celebrities to hang out for a day and exchange all the latest in the sneaker world.
This year vendors from all over set up shop luring those in wanting to cash out for some of the most sought after shoes on the market. A market that has been scrutinized by the resellers, from backdooring to fake sneakers the sneaker industry can be a slippery slope for those who value the old school style of purchasing and collecting. Sneaker Con gives ordinary people a chance to negotiate prices without the middleman. It is a safe place where even companies like Ebay provide authentication to pairs between sellers and buyers. This year provided for a well organized and friendly atmosphere for all. We came to take in all the action (we left our credit cards at home) and see what’s hot and upcoming trends. You Tube celebrities such as Chance D, Gigamas, Romy, Blazendary and more. GOAT sellers included PRVT Collection, PHX Soles, Urban Necessities, Retro Kicks and more. The event hits the road and arrives in Los Angeles next week and we already have FOMO. Thank you to Sneaker Con for having us out. Catch you next time.
Global Break-Dancing Competition Returns to Mile High City: Red Bull BC One
Denver!!!!!! Break out your Adidas velours suits and Superstars for this amazing event coming to the Mile High City!
Global breaking competition Red Bull BC One returns to Denver after a seven-year hiatus for a qualifier at the iconic Sculpture Park at the Denver Performing Arts Complex on Saturday, May 28th. The Red Bull BC One Denver City Cypher event welcomes breakers of all levels from across the region to register and compete, in hopes of becoming the next global champion this November.
This open cypher will be hosted by Ivan the Urban Action Figure with DJ A-L spinning breakbeats. Break icons Neguin, ruleone.ilc and B-Girl Bonita will serve as judges. The top two B-Boys and top two B-Girls from the event will advance to the regional cypher quarterfinal taking place in Philly on July 23rd.
WHAT: Red Bull BC One City Cypher, Denver
WHEN: Saturday, May 28th
11:00 AM: Doors Open
12:00 PM: Preliminary Rounds
2:00 PM: Main Event
WHERE: Sculpture Park – Denver Performing Arts Complex, 1736 Speer Blvd, Denver, CO 80204
REGISTER TO SPECTATE AND/OR COMPETE: https://www.redbull.com/us-en/events/bc-one-america/bc-one-city-cypher-schedule
Select “General Admission” or “Participants” button to make your selection for the Denver City Cypher
Sneaker Con Taking Over The Mile High City This Weekend
Sneaker heads rejoice the traveling Sneaker Con makes its way to our city this weekend! We will be there and looking for you if you are rocking some heat.
The saga continues! The Sneaker Con fam is on the move bringing the Greatest Sneaker Show on Earth to the Mile High City - Denver, Colorado Saturday, May 7th. We’ll be delivering the most sought out heat to cop. Hang with your favorite collectors, resellers and influencers under one roof! You know the drill Buy-Sell-Trade and as always FREE authentication! See you soon!
Tickets - $29
CLICK THE LINK BELOW TO PURCHASE TICKETS
ThriftCon Denver Coming In Hot This Sunday!
What has grown and become the largest gathering of thrift vending is returning home to Denver this Sunday. Hailed as the Mecca of thrifting, ThriftCon returns this Sunday April 24th to the National Western Complex. Vendors from all over will be in attendance slanging vintage threads and rarities for this one day event. From classic rap tees, to hard to find vintage toys, you will find just about anything at Thrift Con. Over 100 vendors are set to be on-site with numerous installations and activations to take place on the grounds. Tickets for this event are sure to sell out so we highly recommend grabbing your pair. Tickets can be purchased here!!!
Stay tuned next week as bring you some of the most fashionable fits from the event.
The Gallery Sportsman’s Club & Range, Colorado’s First State-of-the-Art Firing Range, Restaurant, and Bar, Announces Grand Opening Weekend: April 29-30
The Gallery Sportsman’s Club & Range, Colorado’s first state-of-the-art indoor firing range and gun club, is proud to announce it will officially open to the public Friday, April 29th. Opening weekend festivities will kick off at noon MT on Friday, April 29th, and run through Saturday, April 30. The Gallery is a revolutionary new concept integrating both shooting sports and entertainment in one convenient location. Offering the most premium shooting range experience in Colorado, the 20,000 square-foot facility features two distinctive indoor shooting bays and a restaurant, a bar, and a host of amenities to provide an exceptional experience. The community is invited to celebrate at the Grand Opening and experience The Gallery Sportsman’s Club & Range firsthand, conveniently located at 1350 Colorado Mills Parkway, off I170 in Lakewood, CO.
“We couldn’t be more excited to open The Gallery Sportsman’s Club and Range doors and welcome Coloradoans to connect with an unrivaled community where safety and a state-of-the-art facility deliver elite experiences. We have deeply invested in the success of this project and the energy it will bring to the local community,” said Megan Hymanson, co-founder of The Gallery Sportsman’s Club & Range. “Whether you’re a first-timer on the range or an experienced shooter, The Gallery has something for you. Safety and comfort are our main concerns, and we’ve taken all necessary precautions to make your time at The Gallery unlike any other shooting experience.” In addition, the Gallery has instituted strict measures and policies to prevent utilizing the range after consuming alcohol in The Barrel Room.”
Veteran and female-owned, The Gallery is co-founded by Mark Hymanson, Megan Hymanson, and David Grasso. The founders intend to break the stigma surrounding shooting sports and remove the intimidation factor that new shooters often experience. They cater to avid and novice shooters alike and welcome patrons of all backgrounds, political beliefs, and skill levels.
The Gallery Sportsman’s Club & Range is a state-of-the-art firing range featuring cutting-edge technology and courses and training for novice and experienced shooters alike. The Gallery is a destination for everything entertainment and shooting with cutting-edge shooting ranges, a restaurant and lounge, an expansive retail store, and loads of events. The club features amenities for the public and members, such as:
The Barrel Room: Colorado’s first and only restaurant and lounge within a firing range complex, The Barrel Room serves Colorado-inspired cuisine, craft cocktails, and local brews. Open to the public, The Barrel Room is an ultimate lounge to catch up with friends, entertain clients, or watch the big game on one of the ten big-screen televisions.
Trigger Press: Open daily, Trigger Press features Vail Mountain Coffee, delicious pastries, and grab-and-go snacks.
Retail Shop: With three thousand square feet of retail space, The Gallery offers outdoor essentials like coolers, camping chairs, and other gear that an adventurous Coloradoan might need. In addition to firearms, accessories, and ammunition, The Gallery also provides Park Passes and Hunting and Fishing Licenses for the state of Colorado.
The grand opening weekend of The Gallery Sportsman’s Club & Range (1350 Colorado Mills Parkway, Lakewood, CO 80401) kicks off on Friday, April 29th, with special events starting at noon and continuing throughout Saturday, April 30th. Guests can expect food and drink specials, industry experts, free training classes, and specials in retail. To learn more and RSVP for the weekend, visit the Eventbrite listing: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/grand-opening-celebration-the-gallery-sportsmans-club-range-tickets-319030718467.
About The Gallery Sportsman’s Club & Range: The Gallery Sportsman’s Club and Range strive to deliver an incredible customer service experience for Members and the general public. They intend to break the stigma surrounding shooting sports and remove the intimidation factor that new shooters often experience. They cater to avid and novice shooters alike and welcome patrons of all backgrounds, political beliefs, and skill levels.
Range Details:
The Gallery boasts two fully immersive shooting bays: seven 25-yard-long gun-ready lanes and eight 20-yard entirely tactical lanes.
Action Target Genesis Retriever System with down-range wireless cameras and 360-degree programmable target scenarios.
Safety First:
Highly trained staff will enforce strict policies that guarantee the safety of all patrons throughout their time within the facility.
Valet services are available to ensure patrons abide by state and federal firearm laws.
Membership Offerings:
While The Gallery is open to the general public, the facility is Member-focused. The Gallery offers six different Memberships to fit any lifestyle, experience level, and budget: Weekday Only, Individual, Dual, Family, Essential Worker, & Corporate.
Along with unlimited range time, Members gain access to exclusive events such as competitive tournaments, culinary tastings, and family movie nights.
Members also receive early lane reservations and discounts throughout the range, retail, and lounge spaces.
The Gallery Sportsman’s Club and Range is owned and co-founded by Mark Hymanson, Megan Hymanson, and David Grasso.
The Gallery Sportsman’s Club and Range can be found on Facebook and Instagram.
For additional information, please visit https://thegallerysportsmansclub.com/.
Evergreen Music Festival Rebrands to ‘Hops Drops’ with new Leadership Team, new Vision, and Massive Expansion Plans for 2022 Music and Craft Beer Festiva
Hops Drops, previously known as Evergreen Music Festival, is proud to announce the new brand identity, leadership team, and vision for this year's 2022 Music + Craft Beer Festival, taking place on June 25, 2022, from 12:00 pm to 9:00 pm MT at Buchanan Park in Evergreen, Colorado. This will be the festival's 32nd year of musical celebrations in the heart of Evergreen.
Evergreen Music Festival celebrated its first year in 1966. The festival initially started with an intent to bring classical music to the mountains and has since been looked at as the beloved 4th of July fireworks celebration at Evergreen Lake. Thirty-two years later, the festival's leadership team has passed the reins to Evergreen hometown heros and long-standing local business owners Logan & Riley Boone, owners and operators of Boone Mountain Sports + Evergreen Brewery. Alongside the Boone family, local business owners Marcus Durante (Founder of Kree8), Bobby Everett (Co-Owner of Evergreen Brewery), and Colin Kerr (Owner of The Wildflower Cafe) have joined forces with the festival to better encapsulate the refreshed, modernized potential for Evergreen to be looked at as a go-to spot on the Colorado music and entertainment scene.
“Our Hops Drops team is made up of Evergreen locals, a team truly passionate about marrying music, craft beer, and the mountains, all to better our community and support local nonprofits while having fun,” said Logan Boone, new Executive Director of Hops Drops. “It is an honor to lead and grow this festival. We are incredibly excited at our potential to expand Evergreen’s entertainment offerings and bring a great music and beer festival to our picturesque mountain community.”
Attendees of the 2022 Hops Drops Music + Craft Beer Festival can expect to be submerged into a never-seen-before experience in Evergreen, filled with internationally known music legends as headliners (to be announced), numerous stages, various food vendors, kid-friendly activities, and an epic lineup of Colorado’s premier breweries, a craft beer lovers paradise if you must.
In addition to elevating Evergreen’s mountain entertainment, Hops Drop continues to support and give back to the local community and has committed to donating 10% of ticket sales to Rocky Mountain Academy of Evergreen.
“For 32 years, this festival has always been committed to supporting local artists and arts programs by donating proceeds to local schools supporting their music, art, and dance programs,” said Boone. “That is not changing this year. We will proudly continue the spirit of supporting artists and bettering our community any way we can.”
Early bird tickets are now on sale for $30 at www.hopsdropsevergreen.com. To stay up-to-date on all future Hops Drops announcements, please follow Hops Drops on Instagram @HopsDrops_Evergreen.
About Hops Drops:
Hops Drops is an all-day Music Festival that will feature nationally and locally celebrated musical acts alongside a beer festival showcasing a variety of Colorado’s premier craft breweries. There will be specialty food vendors, activities for the kiddos, and much more. Rooted in Evergreen’s long history of supporting the arts, Hops Drops (Evergreen Music Festival) is a non-profit organization. Ten percent of the proceeds will benefit Rocky Mountain Academy of Evergreen. For more information, please visit https://hopsdropsevergreen.com.
Early bird tickets are now on sale. All ticket options include:
General Admission: Starting at $30
Entry into the festival
GA + Beer Fest Admission: Starting at $55
Entry into the festival
Souvenir tasting glass
Unlimited tasting from 12-4 pm
VIP Bergen Peak Club: Starting at $150
Entry into the festival + Beer Fest
Premier viewing of main stage
Designated area with private bar
Private bathrooms
Free food & beverages
A photo booth and gifts from our partners
MEOW WOLF’S NEXT ADULTI-VERSE (21+ NIGHT) IS THEMED ALIENS VS ROBOTS 5-10 PM AT CONVERGENCE STATION
Artificial intelligence or intelligent life? Meow Wolf is calling all cyborgs, bionic humanoids, intergalactic organisms, and cosmic beings for the ultimate throw-down of the eon–with drinks!
Convergence Station’s wildly popular Adulti-Verse night is expanding upon the theme of letting adults roam kid-free through the exhibition, cocktail in hand; on Wednesday, April 6th, travelers will also be highly encouraged to arrive in costume representing their life form of choice: alien or robot. Expect far out fashions, epic dance battles, cosmic surprises, and hyperfuturistic delights scattered across the Converged Worlds. Also, bars. Multiple bars.
The Adulti-Verse is Meow Wolf’s invitation to enjoy a not-so-hyper space – with a cocktail and without the little ones – from 5 to 10pm on every first and last Wednesday of the month through May. Don’t miss out before it’s too late!
Adulti-Verse Dates:
April 6th, 2022
April 27th, 2022
May 4th, 2022
May 25th, 2022
Just because we’re all adults here doesn’t mean we don’t have rules:
Earthers must be 21 and older, C Street residents must be 84 quantrons +/-, Kaleidogoths
are all welcome because they've been frozen for decades, and Ossuary librarians are ageless so it doesn't matter. IDs will be checked at the door.
Tickets available in advance online.
About Meow Wolf & Convergence Station
Recognized in Fast Company's 2020 list of The World's 50 Most Innovative Companies, Meow Wolf is a Santa Fe-based arts and entertainment company that creates immersive, interactive experiences to transport audiences of all ages into fantastic realms of story and exploration. The company's first location in Santa Fe opened in 2016 and showcases the THEA Award-winning, international sensation, House Of Eternal Return, where two million visitors have now discovered a multidimensional mystery house with secret passages, portals to magical worlds, and surreal, maximalist and mesmerizing art exhibits. In 2019, Meow Wolf expanded beyond Santa Fe and opened Kaleidoscape, the world’s first artist-driven ride at Elitch Gardens in Denver. Meow Wolf recently opened their second permanent installation, Omega Mart, at AREA15 in Las Vegas and their third permanent installation in Denver opened on September 17th, 2021. Meow Wolf is proud to be the only certified B-Corporation in the themed entertainment industry, with a team dedicated to social impact and building a more inclusive and sustainable economy.
Convergence Station, Meow Wolf’s third permanent installation, is the first stop on a quantum journey of exploration and revelation. Curious wanderers will discover psychedelic, mind-bending art and an underlying rich narrative: when a cosmic event merged four distinct worlds from unparalleled universes 27 years ago, the inhabitants were left with only fragmented memories, beckoning them to unearth what really happened. The immersive art exhibition is brought to life by more than 300 creatives and 110+ Colorado-based artists who have woven their own personal stories throughout the converged worlds. Travelers of all ages will be carried into the unknown as they uncover the mystery. Convergence Station features four floors of immersive experiences, dozens of installations, infamous portals, secret wormholes and is Meow Wolf’s most ambitious project to date.
Westword’s Tacolandia is back! Saturday, June 4, 2022
The first round of restaurants have been announced for Tacolandia, the taco festival of the year!
Join us on Saturday, June 4, at Civic Center Park in the heart of downtown Denver for unlimited tacos, live mariachi, lucha libre, beverage sampling and more!
Our first round of participating restaurants includes: 3 Margaritas, Bellota, Cabrón Carbón, Casa Cortés, Chile con Quesadilla, Dee Tacko, El Jefe, El Reparo Mexican Grill, La Diabla, Las Delicias, Los Molinos, Migrante Concept, Moya’s Tacos, Necio, Que Bueno Suerte!, Street Side Eats, Taco Block, Tacos Tequila Whiskey, Teocali Cantina, Work & Class and XATRUCHO, with more to come! Check out the current lineup.
Ticket prices start at $30 during presale and the general public will have access this Saturday, March 19!
WHERE: Civic Center Park, 1480 Bannock Street, Denver, CO 80202
TICKETS:
Starts: March 15 @ 10 a.m.
Ends: March 18 @ 11:59 p.m.
Public On Sale: 3/19 @ 10 a.m. www.etix.com
TICKET HOLDERS WILL RECEIVE:
VIP - Presale/Early Bird ($55): Includes early access to the event at 3 p.m., unlimited taco samples from 40 plus taquerias and Mexican restaurants, a special VIP area featuring exclusive food samples from VIP restaurants, and two drink tickets redeemable at VIP bars.
GA - Presale/Early Bird ($30): Includes entry into the event at 4 p.m., unlimited taco samples from 40 plus taquerias and Mexican restaurants, drink samples from beverage partners, live entertainment, and full cocktails for purchase.
More information available at www.westwordtacolandia.com
Guests must be 21+, with valid ID
A portion of the proceeds benefits Civic Center Conservancy
Denver BBQ Festival Set To Take Place June 17-19
The fourth annual Denver Barbecue (BBQ) Festival at Empower Field at Mile High is scheduled for Father’s Day Weekend (June 17-19) Eximius Productions, founders of Q in the Lou, announced Tuesday.
General admission is free, but for an elevated experience, VIP lounge tickets go on sale Friday, March 4 at 10 a.m. MST at www.denverbbqfest.com.
The Denver BBQ Festival brings together legendary pitmasters from Denver, Texas, Kansas City, St. Louis, and around the nation to serve award-winning BBQ. All attendees can enjoy cold beer and drinks, BBQ tutorials and demonstrations, games and activities for the whole family, and live music from bands like The Rick Lewis Project.
“We’re bringing legendary pitmasters from around the country right here to our backyard at Empower Field at Mile High,” Director of Business Development of Empower Field at Mile High Chuck Olney said. “This is a great event for everyone to enjoy and celebrate their love of BBQ.”
VIP tickets enable attendees to skip the lines for two-and-a-half hours of all-you-can-eat BBQ and private bathrooms. This all-inclusive experience gets you in the pits with the Legends, where you can watch them work their meaty magic while they feed you their world-famous ‘que. Additionally, you can enjoy complimentary cocktails crafted from recipes that the pitmasters themselves created, as well as beer and soft drinks.
For more information, please visit: www.denverbbqfest.com or follow us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/DenverBBQFest/and on Instagram @denverbbqfest.
Leave The Kids At Home: Meow Wolf Announces Adult Nights for January and February
We had a chance to check-out Meow Wolf earlier this year and came away in awe. The immersive experience has just announced a series of Adult nights
Here is a light at the end of the holiday tunnel (and it’s not just the neon signs on C Street). In January and February, Meow Wolf’s newest Denver immersive art exhibition, Convergence Station, will open up the multiverse exclusively for those 21 years or older to enjoy some adult beverages & explore the worlds in a grown-up dimension.
Meow Wolf invites adults to The Adulti-Verse to enjoy a not-so-hyper space – with a cocktail and without the little ones – from 6 to 10pm on the first and last Wednesdays of the month.
Nights in The Adulti-Verse:
January 5, 2022
January 26, 2022
February 2, 2022
February 23, 2022
Just because we’re all adults here doesn’t mean we don’t have rules:
Earthers must be 21 and older, C Street residents must be 84 quantrons +/-, Kaleidogoths are all welcome because they've been frozen for decades, and Ossuary librarians are ageless so it doesn't matter. IDs will be checked at the door.
Masks are required (but no proof of vaccination is required). Masks may be pulled down to take a sip or a bite, but otherwise must cover your nose and mouth at all times.
Tickets available in advance online.
About Meow Wolf & Convergence Station
Recognized in Fast Company's 2020 list of The World's 50 Most Innovative Companies, Meow Wolf is a Santa Fe-based arts and entertainment company that creates immersive, interactive experiences to transport audiences of all ages into fantastic realms of story and exploration. The company's first location in Santa Fe opened in 2016 and showcases the THEA Award-winning, international sensation, House Of Eternal Return, where two million visitors have now discovered a multidimensional mystery house with secret passages, portals to magical worlds, and surreal, maximalist and mesmerizing art exhibits. In 2019, Meow Wolf expanded beyond Santa Fe and opened Kaleidoscape, the world’s first artist-driven ride at Elitch Gardens in Denver. Meow Wolf recently opened their second permanent installation, Omega Mart, at AREA15 in Las Vegas and their third permanent installation in Denver is slated to open September 17th, 2021. Meow Wolf is proud to be the only certified B-Corporation in the themed entertainment industry, with a team dedicated to social impact and building a more inclusive and sustainable economy.
Convergence Station, Meow Wolf’s third permanent installation, is the first stop on a quantum journey of exploration and revelation. Curious wanderers will discover psychedelic, mind-bending art and an underlying rich narrative: when a cosmic event merged four distinct worlds from unparalleled universes 27 years ago, the inhabitants were left with only fragmented memories, beckoning them to unearth what really happened. The immersive art exhibition is brought to life by more than 300 creatives and 110+ Colorado-based artists who have woven their own personal stories throughout the converged worlds. Travelers of all ages will be carried into the unknown as they uncover the mystery.Convergence Station features four floors of immersive experiences, dozens of installations, infamous portals, secret wormholes and is Meow Wolf’s most ambitious project to date.
Our Picks For Your Best places To Eat and Drink During Christmas
The holidays can be stressful for many of us. In between shopping, working, and family gatherings the last thing we want to do is prepare a family feast. Luckily for you we’ve picked out a few of our favorite local eateries to take the stress of your plate (no pun intended).
CHRISTMAS DINE-IN
Three Saints Revival
Just-opened in November, Three Saints Revival (1801 Wewatta St.) offers a vibrant, bohemian wine bar feel with tapas, small plates, entrees and dishes every from coast of the Mediterranean (think Spain to Italy to Greece, Turkey, Egypt and more). On Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, Three Saints Revival is open and, in addition to the regular menu, will be offering guests a special rotisserie roasted porchetta. The spectacular roulade of pork is blasted with garlic, herbs, spices, and rotisseried to a rich, crispy-skinned finish and served with rosemary potatoes and cranberry mostarda. The housemade cranberry mostarda is a Northern Italian condiment made of candied fruit and a mustard-flavored syrup, an ideal holiday flavor pairing. $26; please call (720) 707-3500 for more information or make your reservations online.
CHRISTMAS TO-GO
Smok
Bring home a holiday meal with all the fixings from Smok, located in The Source (3330 Brighton Boulevard). Offered chilled with reheating instructions, packages include one whole beef brisket (5-5.5 pounds), two family-style sides of garlic roasted Brussels sprouts and cheesy truffle potato gratin, and a housemade chocolate cheesecake (serves six). The full package is $200, or you can opt for a brisket and sides for $180 or a cheesecake à la carte for $20. Call 720-452-2487 to order for pickup on Wednesday, December 22 or Thursday, December 23 for a Christmas Eve or Day feast.
Whole Sol
Whole Sol (multiple locations) is known for delicious vegan dishes and drinks, and this year they are serving up a to-go Vegan Christmas Dinner for a healthy celebration at home. The dinner options include vegan takes on favorites like vegetable Shepard’s pie, “meatballs” with cranberry glaze, baked kale gratin with garlic bread, spiced apple cider, and more. Don’t forget to satisfy your sweet tooth with vegan and gluten-free desserts like the maple pecan bread pudding, coconut chocolate cheesecake, and peppermint bark. All dishes are vegan, gluten-free, and organic. Order online wholesol.com; orders close Monday, December 20 at 8:00 am and will be available for pickup at the Pearl St. location in Boulder, and the Sloan’s Lake location in Denver on December 24 or December 25.
Stanley Marketplace
At Stanley Marketplace you can get your entire holiday meal ordered ahead for Christmas Day celebrations; you’ll find everything from breakfast to main courses and starters to cocktails:
Morning Coffee: Start your Christmas morning bright eyed and bushy tailed with a festive peppermint mocha with all the fixings from Logan House Coffee at Stanley Marketplace. The team is offering a holiday favorite house-made peppermint syrup for the season as well as their onsite roasted and brewed Jingle Beans Holiday Roast, available only during the holidays and bottles and served in recycled wine bottles to heat up at home or drink over ice and cold. Pick up both any time between now and Christmas.
Mains: Award winning Executive Chef/Owner Raquela (Rocky) Serber at Elita is offering a variety of entrees and sides that draw inspiration from her own multicultural upbringing and are reflected in this variety for the holiday. Mains include Beef Tenderloin Roast plus optional black truffle or Elita Holiday rub; Porchetta Roast wrapped in pork belly with a Tuscan orange zest rub; Free Range Whole Duck served with plum dipping sauce; Handmade Tamales with pork green chile and turkey red chile. Sides include a roasted poblano & potato au gratin and cranberry & pecan roasted brussels sprouts. Order online here; you can also text 720-231-7965 or email info@elitafoods.com.
Starters: Once you have your meal sorted, time to tackle the starters. Mondo Market at Stanley Marketplace is creating charcuterie boards in sizes small ($49), medium ($74) and large ($120) for your holiday celebration, whether it’s for nibbling pre-dinner, lunchtime fill-ups, or casual all-day grazing while opening presents and hosting friends and family. Each board is elegantly arranged on a reusable wood tray and is packed to the brim with gourmet cured meats, artisan cheeses, fruits, nuts, breads, crackers, dipping sauces, condiments and more. Mondo’s creative chefs create the boards to order and can adapt to most requests. Order online here or call Mondo at 303-248-3983for more information or to reserve your board.
Cocktails: A memorable holiday meal needs a signature cocktail for the crowd: at Create Cooking School, it’s all about cocktails + cooking, and this year for the holidays the team took some of their best sellers and holiday favorites from the bar and batched them up in beautiful repurposed glass carafes to take-home for Christmas celebrations. Create’s batched cocktails are in 1liter bottles and include the Puerto Rican holiday cocktail the Coquito. The Coquito is a holiday drink with rum, coconut milk, sweetened condensed milk, and the classic fresh cinnamon and nutmeg spices, along with grenadine. It’s a spicy, creamy and festive alternative to eggnog. Other classic cocktails are available like the old fashioned, negroni, and a black Manhattan alongside creative new concoctions like the Sloe Down Bitter and Palomita. Order online for curbisde pickup or delivery here; please call (720) 573-9949 for more information.
Ultra5280's Top Picks For Thanksgiving Eats And Drinks
Thanksgiving can be a busy week for many, with friends and family coming into to town sometimes the last thing we want to do is cook. Lucky for us these amazing Denver restaurants are willing to put in the hard work for us. Check out some of our favorite spots and what they have to offer this week.
Thanksgiving Eve – gather with friends on Weds night:
A meetup with old friends before the crush of family obligations on the holiday means an energetic bar, open-air rooftop, and free-flowing drinks. Federales (2903 Larimer St) checks all the boxes: a vibrant bar and restaurant with tacos, tortas, tequila and cocktails in a high-energy environment, just the thing for catching up with your friends before the holiday. Don’t miss the green chile nachos or the Pork & Pineapple tacos, Federales’ take on al pastor, and be sure to finish your night with the Choco Taco before heading home.
Energy and drinks are the name of the game at Barcelona Wine Bar (2900 Larimer St., Denver). Though known for their eclectic and easy wine lists, Barcelona is also a hidden-gem cocktail bar with Mediterranean-inspired cocktails, traditional + creative gintonics, and wine/port-based beverages – and a lively, U-shaped bar anchoring the space and tailor made for socializing, casual conversations, or intimate catch ups before the haste of the holiday. On the Wednesday before Thanksgiving, don’t miss the seasonal flavors in the Bourbon Spice Rack like Cardamaro, maple syrup, cardamom and lavender; or the Dos Peninsulas with joven tequila, sherry, lemon + agave and finished with nutmeg.
Thanksgiving Day – Kick back at home with these meals to-go:
Don’t slave in the kitchen on Thanksgiving Day; instead head to Mondo Market at Stanley Marketplace (2501 N. Dallas St., Aurora) pick up a full Thanksgiving meal for groups all sizes from 2 all the way up to 8 and including classic turkey, sides, smoked hams, and cheese boards, as well as also offering a holiday breakfast option for take and bake. Meals come with turkey and traditional sides along with gourmet optional add-ons; the Mondo team also tucks in a sheet with turkey roasting and sides reheating instructions for you. Consider adding on the holiday breakfast items, including Quiche Lorraine, breakfast potatoes and croissants for bake-at-home, and you can also order cheese/charcuterie boards from Mondo Market to round out your holiday meal. Order online or call 303-248-3983.
Whole Sol (multiple locations) is known for delicious vegan dishes and drinks, and this year they are serving up a to-go Vegan Thanksgiving Dinner for a healthy celebration at home. Bonus: Solo diners can order the dinner for one if you happen to be the only vegan in the family. The dinner options feed 1 or 4-6 people and includes vegan takes on favorites like green bean casserole, butternut squash and herb stuffing, spiced pumpkin mac and cheese, french fried onion tofu, and more. Don’t forget to satisfy your sweet tooth with vegan and gluten-free desserts like the oreo cream pie, classic pumpkin pie with coconut whipped cream, and cranberry tart. All dishes are vegan, gluten-free, and organic. Order online wholesol.com; orders close Monday, November 22nd at 8:00 am and will be available for pickup at the Pearl St and RiNo locations on November 24th or November 25th.
Chef Bill Espiricueta at Smok (3330 Brighton Blvd., Denver) is offering a few take home ways to enjoy the regionally-inspired barbecue at home this Thanksgiving. For those looking for a bird-only option, the $50 4lb smoked turkey breast for the table is the go-to choice for those looking small and comes with instructions for reheating; or go big with the Take Home Thanksgiving Meal ($75). Dinner serves 6-8 people and includes 4lb smoked turkey breast, one shareable pan of jalapeño cornbread with honey butter and fluffy mashed potatoes with housemade gravy. Reheating instructions are included for every item, and don't forget to add Smok's individual pecan pies to the order to share with guests or hang on to for post-holiday treats. Please call 720-452-2487 to reserve your dinner by 11/18.
Black Friday – take a break from the shopping craze:
Number Thirty Eight (3560 Chestnut Place) knows exactly what to do the day after Thanksgiving. Whether it's from all the food, all the fun or all the family - it's a day for recovering. Why not lounge in your PJs with your friends at the RiNo hotspot's Post-Thanksgiving Pajama Party? Roll out of bed, step into your slippers and head to Number Thirty Eight where you can cozy up to three new winter beverages - the Hot Chocolate Toddy made with Idlewild Vanilla Vodka and caramel; a Hot White Russian made with coffee, vodka and Kahlua or add Telluride Peppermint Schnapps to your hot chocolate for spiked cold-weather classic - all festively topped with whipped cream.
Give your feet a break after a Black Friday shopping spree and visit Bellota (3350 Brighton Blvd) for a pick me up at the hopping bar: choose from the famed frozen margarita with milagro blanco tequila, house orange liqueur, agave and fresh lime; the La Perla with tequila, fino sherry, St. George pear, and strongwater cocao bitters; or the holiday-festiveRum-Chata with flor de cana rum and housemade horchata. Don't miss Chef Manny Barella’s trio of salsas – smoky morita, spicy verde and chile de arbol – to kick off your visit.
Breckenridge Brewery And Breckenridge Distillery Partner For Buddy Pass Exchange
Two iconic ski-town businesses, Breckenridge Brewery and Breckenridge Distillery have teamed up to debut Buddy Pass, a unique barrel-exchange program. Buddy Pass is both a Whiskey Barrel-Aged Imperial Oatmeal Stout and an Imperial Stout Cask Finish Whiskey that blends the best of these award-winning brands. Breckenridge Brewery opened in 1990 and is the third oldest brewery in the state and Breckenridge Distillery, the World’s Highest Distillery is built from pure whiskey passion and quality products and one of the most highly awarded craft bourbons in the country.
“This is a true Breck to Breck partnership,” said Jimmy Walker, Head Innovations Brewer at Breckenridge Brewery. “We’re two like-minded companies that love to bring people together for moments that become memories. Plus, we’re buddies. Buddy Pass is an expression of our friendship as well an ode to the mountain’s buddy passes and the friendships toasted after an epic day. It’s truly a collaboration at its peak.”
The collaboration brings together the true culture of Breckenridge. Breckenridge Brewery brewed an Imperial Oatmeal Stout, a tribute to the first beer ever brewed there, it was then aged in Breckenridge Distillery Bourbon barrels from just down the road— 2.5 miles, to be exact. When the beer was sufficiently aged, imbued with flavors from the barrels, it was returned to stainless steel containers. Those freshly dumped barrels were taken back to Breckenridge Distillery and filled with its award-winning whiskey and aged again for about a year. The subsequent spirits and suds are a perfect marriage between the two craft companies that both beer and whiskey lovers alike will enjoy. Collaborations like this are so rare because of the short window of time when it's possible to refill the whiskey barrels after the beer has aged in them.
Buddy Pass is Breckenridge Brewery’s Barrel-Aged Imperial Oatmeal Stout is a quintessential “big beer.” With a velvety mouthfeel, this beer is meant to be sipped, not slammed. The Imperial Oatmeal Stout imparts notes of dark chocolate-covered cherries, espresso, and toffee; its time in the Breckenridge Distillery’s high-rye bourbon barrels imparts hints of caramel sweetness that take it to the next level. As a result, Buddy Pass is a bold, boozy brew that is meant to be shared.
Stout Cask Finish is Breckenridge Distillery’s showcase notes from the Imperial Oatmeal Stout. The resulting spirit is dark and sultry: the nose conjures rich, earthy chocolate-covered fruit; at first sip, velvety chocolate notes envelop the palate with hints of caramel and orange; think whiskey by the fire after a day on the slopes.
Buddy Pass will be available on November 15, 2021 and will be available November- February with Bottle (6/4) and Keg (1/2 BBL) (1/6 BBL) options.
Matt Stone and Trey Parker Acquire Casa Bonita and Announce Culinary Partnership with Chef Dana Rodriguez
South Park creators and Colorado natives Matt Stone and Trey Parker have acquired Colorado’s beloved and iconic Casa Bonita restaurant.
The new owners today announced their partnership with award-winning chef and restaurateur, Dana Rodriguez, who will share her culinary talents in her role as Executive Chef of Casa Bonita. Rodriguez, a three-time James Beard award nominee, will oversee the kitchen redesign, new menu development and culinary team, promising a major overhaul of the culinary program that will “improve everything, but change nothing” in the storied restaurant.
Chihuahua, Mexico-born Rodriguez, known by the affectionate nickname “Loca,” is a well-known talent in the Colorado culinary world. Rodriguez started her career as a dishwasher, working her way up through the ranks of Denver’s top restaurants including Rioja and Bistro Vendome, eventually opening two restaurants of her own - Super Mega Bien and Work & Class - with a third concept - Cantina Loca - opening in late 2021. Along the way Rodriguez has garnered numerous local and national awards.
“This is a dream come true,” says Rodriguez. “Casa Bonita means so much to so many people here in Denver. I’m excited to work with Trey and Matt and reimagine the culinary program; I want to make sure this is a place where people will look forward to eating, drinking, spending time and bringing friends, family and visitors.”
For more information about Casa Bonita, please visit CasaBonitaDenver.com.
Dia De Los Muertos Happenings Around Denver
Day of The Dead is the much celebrated event that takes place November 1 and 2nd amongst the Mexican community as well as other cultures around the world. A few of our favorite local spots are joining in on the fun to celebrate with some amazing events and specials to commemorate the holiday.
Federales Zombie Apocalypse:
It’s the return of the undead for Halloween at Federales (2903 Larimer St). RiNo’s lofty, open-air bar and restaurant is hosting a party all day on Saturday October 30. Infect yourself with some fun with your best zombie costumes and join the Federales team for tacos, taquitos, tequila and more with a high-energy party. Doors open at 11am; costumes are encouraged as the restaurant is decorated and transformed for the epic apocalyptic weekend. Make reservations here.
Whole-Some activities at Whole Sol
The flagship location of Whole Sol in Sloan’s Lake is celebrating their one-year anniversary with a Soloween Party all day to include whol-some activities like pumpkin carvings (11 a.m. to noon), MELT Project box class (noon to 1 p.m.) for all and cookie decorating (2 p.m. to 3 p.m.), a Living Décor Plant pop up from 11am-2pm and a FRE Wellness on Wheels Pop Up from 11am-3pm. The team will be offering food specials all day such as a $5 OG bowl, $5 any toast, $3 Vegan Cookie Dough, plus more of fun activities for all ages.
Monterrey, Mexico born and raised Chef Manny Barella from Bellota (3350 Brighton Blvd, Denver) and his team are planning celebratory events at the restaurant for the Mexican holiday Dia de los Muertos. Starting Monday 10/25, the team is building a traditional altar (ofrenda) for the community in preparation for the holiday which they’ll celebrate on Monday 11/1. The altar will include candles, photos, and traditional offerings and Bellota guests and friends are encouraged to join in by bringing in photos of loved ones they’d like to be included in the altar in remembrance and honor for the departed. Guests who bring something for the altar will be given a token to return on Monday 11/1 where they can be redeemed for a marigold-infused Milagro tequila shot (marigolds are traditionally known as the flower whose scent attracts the souls of the departed to revisit at the altar). Food specials include tamales with pork in salsa verde wrapped in banana leaves and a succulent Chicharron Taco with chicharron (fried pork skin) braised in salsa verde with cotija cheese and onions with lime. Drink specials include theTierra de los Muertos, a black cocktail with Sol De Mexico tequila, Fernet Vallet, Demerara sugar and Cacao bitters.
(2501 Dallas Street at Stanley Marketplace) is known for their Mexican soul food including a menu of mix and match variations of tacos and up to 10 kinds of margaritas. For Dia de Los Muertos, the team is asking guests to bring in photos of loved ones (including pets) to be added to the altar and in return Comida will buy them a house margarita of choice. On Monday 11/1, Comida will be offering special mezcal cocktails, including the Vida de Muertos Del Maguey Vida’s, with pear nectar, lemon, cinnamon simple syrup, and angostura.
Cheluna
The state’s first Latinx-owned Mexican craft brewery is brewing up a traditional altar for the community to enjoy for the holiday, a Dia de Los Muertos Halloween Costume Party with Karaoke on Friday 10/29 from 7-10 pm; and hosting a sugar skull crafting class with Adriana Gonzales, free with Cheluna purchase on Saturday 10/30 from 1pm – 3pm.
Magic of the Jack O'Lanterns! Oh My Gourd!
The Thirteenth Floor Entertainment Group, responsible for the 13th Floor haunted houses among other things, is back and ready for spooky season! A much more family friendly approach than their past projects, Magic of the Jack O’Lanterns is an all ages, inexpensive way to get your fall fix!
Magic of the Jack O’Lanterns at Hudson Gardens (located at 6115 S. Santa Fe Dr. in Littleton) is an immersive art experience that contains over 7,000 hand carved pumpkins and displays! This isn’t just a display of single, carved pumpkins, but a true exhibition of what can be done with these incredible gourds! A multitude of themes are included in this magical endeavor, including dinosaurs, Disney characters, fine art, and even some of your favorite actors! Complemented by lights, Halloween sounds, and smoke, there is absolutely something for everyone around every bend of this experience (including carnival treats like fried Oreos, funnel cakes, and BEER!)
Magic of the Jack O’Lanterns is definitely a great seasonal option to take your littles to enjoy the fun of Halloween without the element of fear, or for your older friends who may not like to be scared but still want to participate in the fall festivities. This event runs through October 31st and tickets are available here.
Written by Lina Skrzypczak
Adidas Releases Yeezy Foam Runners in Ochre
Kanye West’s collaboration line with Adidas recently dropped a new version of the Yeezy Foam Runner in a new color. This comes hot on the heels of West releasing his contentious album, Donda, which has caused plenty of controversy. West initially introduced the album (then in progress) via Twitter in 2020, and not long after, snippets from the new album were leaked.
Vox reports that Donda had originally been scheduled for release on July 24 of the same year as tweeted, and quickly deleted, by Kanye himself. But his plans of dropping Donda never came to fruition in 2020 and he gave no explanation to fans as to why. On top of the album fiasco, the past year has been quite tumultuous for the rapper’s personal life: losing the presidential election and rumors about the end of his marriage have been rife.
Despite the trials and tribulations of the past year, West was able to release the album, but not without problems. There was a severe backlash when the artist collaborated with Marilyn Manson and DaBaby, both of whom are known to be rather problematic to say the least – they're alleged sexual abusers and homophobic, respectively. And although Donda was able to debut at number 1 on the Billboard 200 charts, it was quickly overtaken by Drake’s Certified Lover Boy which was released just a week after.
West is obviously not going to let his competition overshadow him and has since announced the release of a new color for his Yeezy Foam Runner line to help continue the hype around his brand. The Yeezy line has been immensely successful since its initial release with Adidas in 2015. Forbes reports how the brand reached $1.5 billion in value in 2019. And it's expected to spike with this new album release. This shows how successful the collaboration is and how high the demand for Yeezys is.
The new Yeezy colorway is set to be called Ochre, and as the name suggests, the new shoe drop is expected to have an earthy, yellow shade. The teased photos of the new color closely resemble clay with its muted tinge. The shoe, which boasts an interesting and unique design, is built for comfort and maximum airflow. It was released on September 18 and is available on the Adidas CONFIRMED app and in select stores.
The Foam Runner’s interesting design is an example of how the shoe industry is creating daring designs mixed with usability and star power. Other brands like Nike have been creating new ways to make their products more eye-catching and noteworthy, like re-releasing long-term partner Drake’s CLB collaboration. The label also recently held a celebration showcasing their well-known Air Max where people could acquire Air Max-themed art in an auction. Just like Adidas, Nike is banking on iconic shoe models and collaborations with A-list artists to get ahead.
For Adidas, Kanye West's new shoe release is expected to sell out quickly, similar to how the Yeezy Boost 350 sold out in minutes. The bold design shows how the shoe world is changing and leaning into creating more artsy pieces. This is a trend that will most likely continue in the years to come, and you can expect big names like Kanye West to continue being involved.
Federales Is Throwing A Party Every Night At Their New RiNo Location
We were lucky enough to check out Federales during their ‘soft’ opening last week. What was thought to be friends, family, and some people stopping by eventually turned into an absolute party with a line wrapped around the corner which told us everything we needed to know.
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As if RiNo’s bar scene isn’t lively enough, Federales, the open-aired tacos-and-tequila restaurant, took out major real estate on the corner of 29th and Larimer and is doing what RiNo does best – throwing a party.
The space is massive to say the least: 2,800 square feet inside; 2,200 square feet outside; and a retractable roof so you never have to worry about spending a beautiful CO day inside. Yet, it’s what they do with the space that will have people coming back for more.
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Painted along their vast back wall is a mural stretching to every corner. Colorado native, Jason Botkin and Vincent Gordon of Denver’s DCCX Gallery took on this monumental project for Federales. Starting on the left, the mural gives an homage to their roots in Chicago, but soon progresses to some of Denver’s infamous characters like Blucifer.
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Heard from blocks away, Federales offers something especially unique. For $10, you can buy a shot that comes in an ice shot glass and shatter it against a bell letting all your friends know that you either 1) have solid aim or 2) took a shot.
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Other than shots, Federales highlights their margarita menu with showstoppers like spicy watermelon, frozen mango, and frozen tequila rose. For those who aren’t interested in tequila, they also offer beers on draft like Ratio, Odell, and Avery, and Laws Whiskey, Woody Creek, and Leopold Bros for spirits.
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Aside from their noteworthy bar menu, Federales packs a punch with their food menu, all of which is made in-house and accommodates any and all dietary restrictions. The tamales, wood-grilled shrimp, and crispy potatoes have servers raving to tables, but they also offer larger entrees like quesadillas and burritos.
Post-last call food is almost impossible to find in Denver, so we got whiplash when they told us about their late-night menu options. The reclaimed home on the property has now been turned into every midnight wanderer’s oasis: the ‘caja.’ Available for pick-up, the ‘caja’ will offer walk-up grab-and-go service for tacos and drinks until last call.
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Federales truly is a party. Except the kind of party where people are always giving you free chips and salsas and things to throw. They also only accept reservations for 25% of their seating, leaving the rest open for passersby and admirers -- and we love an equal-opportunity waitlist. First come, first serve (but even first on the waitlist puts you in an outdoor section with easy access to the caja house for drinks and food.)
If you haven’t checked out Federales, you’re most likely on a short list. They are affordable, approachable, and admirable in their facing of the late-night food-desert that Denver becomes every night once bars close. Throwing ice-shots or not, Federales is throwing down every day of the week.
Written by Jenna McGoldrick
Go Karting On Ice.....Yes Please.
Add this to your list of things to do this winter.
Level up from regular karting to Ice Karting this winter and drift your way to victory on our custom-made ice track! Ice Karting is coming to a secret location in Denver from 7th - 23rd January 2022. Experience the thrill of ice driving during an exhilarating kart session, an experience out of this world! Ice Karting is the perfect way to have some high speed competitive fun.
Test yourself and practice driving around the ice rink whilst navigating a variety of fun and challenging obstacles. Our expert team will be on hand to give you some tips on how to glide at speed and navigate the course. We’ll have plenty of dress-ups for you to pick and wear on the day so you can race around the track in style.There will also be lots of off rink activities including winter themed bars dishing out your favourite cocktails and traditional winter games like curling, hockey shooting and ice luges so you'll be entertained even when you're not in the kart.Tickets are available now for just $75pp, so whether you’re a regular go- karting enthusiast or a newbie looking for some fun, it will definitely be worth switching things up and testing your skills on a new surface.
Get your tickets now as is this is sure to sell out quickly.