The Thorn and the Blossom — which will be released today — is a book unlike any you’ve seen before. It’s actually two stories in one; the accordion-style binding contains perspectives of both star-crossed lovers Brendan and Evelyn as they meet, are separated and then meet again over a span…
At 7 p.m. tonight TAG, 1441 Larimer Street, will host It’s a Miracle!, a five-course dinner with the founder of Mikuti, a company that supports East African artisans. Tickets are $68 each and benefit Mikuti; for more information, call 303-996-9985 or go to www.tag-restaurant.com. For information on dozens of culinary…
Kris Wadsworth was inspired to create tunes after listening to mixtapes his siblings brought home from nightclubs. The DJ, who was born in Atlanta but is now considered part of the Detroit electronic-music scene, started producing and mixing tracks at the tender age of fourteen; two years later, he was…
YaYa’s Euro Bistro, 8310 East Belleview Avenue in Greenwood Village, will host the Pinot Posse dinner at 6:30 p.m., when winemakers and owners of a variety of wine companies will be on hand. The event costs $15; for more information, call 303-741-1110 or visit www.yayasbistro.com. For information on dozens of…
Every time Sound Tribe Sector 9 heads to Denver, you know the techno-hippies are going to come out in full force to hear the livetronica act; if you’re more into house or trance, then you’ll want to catch Avicii and Sydney Blu. Page down to take a peek at what…
Get a taste of some unusual beer: Bull & Bush Pub & Brewery, 4700 Cherry Creek Drive South, is hosting Gravity Month, tapping a new German gravity keg every Friday. This week’s guest beer: Mars Brau Helles. For more information, call 303-769-0333 or go to www.bullandbushpub.com. For information on dozens…
Here’s a deal that really flies: Bistro Vendome, 1420 Larimer Street, has been featuring French classics on Thursday nights. And tonight’s offering? Duck a l’Orange. For more details, call 303-825-3232 or visit www.bistrovendome.com. For information on dozens of culinary events around town, visit our online Food & Drink listings –…
First came the 1940s WWII-Era Ball, which has been transporting revelers back to the time of big bands and brave boys in uniform since 2009. Then there was the Big Band Christmas Ball, a sentimental throwback to the holiday season that started in 2010. And now organizer and vintage enthusiast…
Some people think politics and alcohol don’t mix — but if you’re a fan of this potentially volatile combination, head to Highland Tavern, 3400 Navajo Street, at 7 p.m. on the second and fourth Wednesday of every month. That’s when Drinking Liberally Denver — an informal, inclusive and (need we…
Lumonics has been hosting electronic-music events in its beautiful, psychedelic space for some time now, and this year, the venue is teaming up with Tune Events to present Tune In Fridays, a new series of underground parties. For the inaugural show, DJ DRC is coming in from San Francisco. The…
In June 2011, we profiled Lisa Wimberger (pictured), who teaches stress-relief techniques, including meditation, to police officers across the metro area via her organization, Trance Personnel Consulting Group (TPCG). Since then, Wimberger has landed a book deal, and she plans to return to the International Law Enforcement Educators and Trainers…
Mecca Grill, 270 South Downing Street, won a Best of Denver award in 2010 for “Best Lamb That Mary Would Have Liked” — but lamb is far from all that’s on the menu at this mini-mall storefront. As that award noted, the music choice is a little bizarre (when we…
Every Tuesday, Rioja, the Larimer Square restaurant run by Beth Gruitch and chef Jen Jasinski, hosts Sips and Snacks, which pairs tastes of selected wines with four bite-sized snacks from the kitchen. This week’s theme: Bubbles. Admission is $15, and the deal starts at 5 p.m.; call 303-820-2282 or visit…
Things are gearing up for 2012; this weekend, the Quaker Oat Festival in Lafayette and the Chef’s Confluence are both taking place, and there’s plenty more on the menu until then. Here’s a taste:…
No one’s saying you have to go meatless just because it’s Monday — but as incentive to join the growing movement, every week we’re offering an animal-free recipe. Everyone could use more leafy greens, and this is an easy and quick way to prepare them…
Enjoy good food for a good cause tonight at WaterCourse Foods, 837 East 17th Avenue, which is hosting OUT on the Town, a fundraiser for Denver’s 35-year-old GLBT Center. The restaurant will donate at least 10 percent of its profits today directly to programs at the Center; for more information…
World-renowned DJ Christopher Lawrence is heading to Denver this weekend; underground artist Hugh Cleal will play Bar Standard tonight, or you can get your dubstep fix with Vaski or Stephan Jacobs. Keep reading for details:…
If you’re looking for an excuse to head for the hills (we know you’re not going for the snow!), Vail’s annual Big Beers, Belgians and Barleywines festival should do the trick. The celebration started yesterday and continues through tomorrow; events include homebrew demonstrations, a brewmaster’s dinner, tastings and much more…
Get your international education every Thursday at Bistro Vendome, 1420 Larimer Street, when the charming restaurant highlights a different classic French dish. Tonight’s star: tournedos rossini. Whet your appetite by reading Lori Midson’s recent Chef and Tell interview with Bistro Vendome exec chef Dana Rodriguez. For more information, call 303-825-3232…
It’s that time of year again in the Mile High City, when families spend quality time together watching steer roping or watching the cows make eyes at each other at the National Western Stock Show. And for the third year running, burlesque queen Cora Vette (aka Reyna Von Vett) is…
If drinking more wine was your resolution for 2012, then head to the Greenbriar Inn, 8735 North Foothills in Boulder, for Open Cellar Night, when all bottles from the wine cellar are 20 percent off. There’s also a multi-course menu with wine flights, as well as bottle specials and tours…
The bistro at the Tony’s Market at 950 Broadway is a sweet little restaurant tucked inside a busy gourmet grocery store. You might not expect such a place to cater to vegetarian and vegan needs — but you’d be wrong. The staff is well-versed in food preferences — and they…
