Challenging Element: Oysters
Shred or die.” That’s the saying Kyle Mendenhall, executive chef for the collection of The Kitchen Community restaurants, engraved on a silver tasting spoon—an heirloom from his grandmother. I feel pretty confident giving an ingredient challenge to any chef with…
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Waterloo Celebrates the Man in Black
Waterloo in Louisville will host Johnny Cash's 81st Birthday Blackout Party on Feb. 26
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Mi Familia
Several Colorado organizations turn their focus to Latinos who are entering "la tercera edad" (the third phase of life)
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Review: Harold’s Restaurant
Don’t be fooled by the attached Best Western hotel: Harold’s is a cool place. You’ll know it as soon as you walk in and are presented with your choice of sitting in the dining room or the lounge, known as…
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Critics’ Picks: Retail
Best non-traditional tourist attraction Cheese Importers Sure, you could take your family to Chautauqua or the Pearl Street Mall. But if you really want to impress your foodie friends take them to Cheese Importers for a European experience. A calm…
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Critics’ Picks: Health/Beauty
Best ink Rising Tide Tattoo Emporium Our office is obsessed with Rising Tide Tattoo. Phill and Darren (we pretend to be on a first-name basis with them) are very talented, and their shop seconds as a gallery. It’s custom ink…
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Critics’ Picks: Entertainment
Most Boulder-centric event Hanuman Festival Hundreds of people come together to practice yoga and listen to new age-y music. Enough said. Best gathering place Chautauqua You know it’s summer, when crowds flock to Chautauqua for some live music and…
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Critics’ Picks: Drinks
Best place to flirt with the bartender Tahona Tequila Bar Hey there, good-lookin’ bartender who makes me margaritas? How ya’ doing? Is that a tip you’re working for or are you just happy to see me? 1035 Pearl St., Boulder…
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Critics’ Picks: Food
Best food in a casual setting 503 Café Lafayette’s 503 Café is a tuxedo meal in a jeans setting. Best personality you’ll find at a restaurant Arabesque’s Manal Jarrar Arabesque’s owner, Manal Jarrar, has a big personality. It’s motherly…
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