Don’t let my petite frame fool you — I love to eat. Discovering great new places to eat is one of my favorite things to do. I’ve developed a pretty selective palate, after living in New York City for most of my adult life. It will come as no surprise to anyone that NYC has some of the best food in the entire planet at every price point — to $1 slices of pizza, to food trucks, to fine dining, my hometown has it all.
Now that I live in Denver, I’m so excited to discover the great meals that the great state of Colorado has to offer. I try to keep a no-meat policy, but I do make the occasional exception (usually when it comes to ramen, which always seems to have pork in it). Hopefully a few of my finds will become some of your new favorite places to eat!
Even though you’re thousands of miles from any ocean, a visit to Traveling Mercies on the third floor of Stanley Marketplace offers a cozy 400 sq ft escape that feels like a seaside resort. The whimsical space features honey-blonde wood tones, cane-backed chairs, and a maritime-inspired color palette of white, cobalt, and navy blue. Gaze […]
Starting as a food trailer in Miami’s artsy Wynwood district, The Salty is credited with sparking a gourmet donut revolution in South Florida. On September 27th, they’ll open their first location in the West, landing in Denver’s Berkeley neighborhood. Their arrival on Tennyson Street cements the area’s status as Denver’s most glittery breakfast and brunch […]
Looking for the perfect donut to start your day? With the help of some great suggestions from friends and followers, I’m happy to share my list of some of my favorite spots in Denver to get morning pastries. I do have a personal bias towards raised donuts — there’s something so satisfying about getting a […]
Bring up eating in Boulder, and inevitably I’ll start talking about my love for Flower Pepper Restaurant. I first heard about this Chinese restaurant while searching on my phone for a quick bite during a drive through town on the way back to Denver. The reviews were high and I’m always on the look-out for […]
UPDATED: 31 July 2024 Who doesn’t love a great lobster roll? Growing up on the East Coast before moving to Denver, I fell in love with these simple, yet elegant sandwich many years ago and find it to be the ultimate summertime lunch or dinner. You would think that living in a land-locked state that […]