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As Urban Agriculture Sprouts in Denver, Here's Where to Eat It

Urban agriculture is poised to double its global output in the 2020s. The industry meshes hyperlocal production, sustainability and cutting-edge technology to grow and deliver the freshest possible produce to restaurants and consumers. In Denver, several farms are literally planting the seeds for…

Only in Denver: A Unique Monument Heats Up Cheeseburger Debate

At the northwest corner of Speer Boulevard and Alcott Street in Denver sits a monument to a fast-food milestone that allegedly took place here nearly a century ago. Erected by a local dairy association in 1987 in what is now a lily garden fronting a KeyBank branch, the monument honors the long-gone…

Denver Hotels with Rooftop Pools and Bars

Several hotels in downtown Denver and Cherry Creek had visions of flip-flops, rubber duckies and pure relaxation in mind when transforming rooftops into places for mixing and mingling. With 300 days of sunshine annually and blissful summers and autumns, Denver is a paradise for rooftop pools and…

Where to Find the Best Green Chile in Denver

Coloradans are typically a pretty laid-back bunch. But if you want to spark a spirited debate, ask one where to find the city’s best green chile. For those of us weaned on green chile, it’s a hotly contested question. First off, there’s the spelling:…

Best Denver Restaurants, Lounges and Bars With Cozy Fireplaces

There are numerous hotspots in The Mile High City to chase away the winter chills. These restaurants, bars and lounges, in particular, have roaring fireplaces that make you want to jostle for a hearthside seat, order a round of cocktails or dinner, and enjoy the warmth. Cherry Cricket Downtown…

February is for Foodies in Denver

Denver is the perfect place for foodies in February. From the annual Denver Restaurant Week to the hot new spots, you'll find out quickly why The Mile High City is continuing to draw national acclaim for its offerings from forward-thinking chefs…

Denver's Makers: The Chocolate Lab's Secret Recipe

Phil Simonson launched his notably experimental chocolate-making business in 2010. He toiled at commercial kitchens and farmers markets for six years before opening a storefront on East Colfax Avenue. Originally a chocolate shop, The Chocolate Lab is now also a 24-seat restaurant and cocktail bar…

Fun Things to Do in Sloan's Lake Park

There’s no shortage of green space in Denver, and each of its more than 270 public parks has its own appeal. Sloan’s Lake Park, on the city’s western border, is The Mile High City’s second-largest park and claims the capital’s largest body of water. Legend has it that the lake was created…