Want to host a festive fête that keeps spirits high and stress levels low? Take cues from Colorado foodies, who divulge their favorite recipes—for appetizers, cocktails and desserts—and best-kept entertaining secrets.Savory StartersCookbook author Eugenia Bone grew up in the company…
Powerful when raw, and mellow, sweet and smooth when cooked long and slow, garlic is an intoxicating herb (although some call it a vegetable) that improves many dishes. It can balance and lift the acid of tomatoes, give dimension to meats…
All-AmericanGathered by the foodies at Denver’s Marczyk Fine Foods, this menu calls to mind the classic wicker basket and feel-good Midwestern fare—but with a modern, elegant twist.FIND IT AT MARCZYK’SLa Quercia’s Prosciutto Artisan-crafted meat from Iowa Cold, Oven-Fried Picnic ChickenFrench BaguetteZucchini and…
When the early and tender produce comes to market this time of year, I just can’t wait to prepare the freshest, lightest and most flavorful menus. I love the locally produced (and so seasonally available) veggies from markets, as well…
Happily, Denver’s on board the culinary trend that’s been sweeping urban culture for the past couple years, and the pickings are hardly slim—the Mile High City’s fleet of food trucks serves up eats from tacos to kebabs and cupcakes, proving…
I love baking pies, and so did my grandfather. He was continually trying out new concoctions on us, and we always had at least three varieties at the holidays. Our benchmark for a great pie is the crust. I am…
Alex Seidel is getting plenty of recognition these days for having his finger on the pulse of the farm-to-table food movement in Denver. And it’s no surprise; at Fruition, the restaurant he co-founded with maitre d’ Paul Attardi in early…
There’s something about spring that makes us naturally crave lighter, more refreshing foods. Salads are infinitely versatile, whether served at lunch or dinner, as a side dish or entrée. But if you find yourself in the rut of tossing together…
Remember when you sorted through various china patterns, in search of the perfect one to add to your bridal registry? You gently ran a finger over different plates, bowls and accessories until you came to the pattern that just captured…
Every winter, my daughter, the once-competitive-but-now-just-obsessed snowboarder, goes nuts waiting for that first major snowfall. Like so many others in Colorado, she lives for ski season and waits excitedly to see which resort will open first. I used to ski…
It’s that time of the year again—the holiday season. The time of year when we delight in spending special time with family and friends, when we break out the decorations and traditions from years past, and—for many—when we fret endlessly…
