With three outposts in the metro area (555 Broadway, 2390 South Colorado Boulevard and 5535 Wadsworth Boulevard in Arvada), it’s no surprise that Kokoro has become a go-to lunch and dinner destination for people craving a quick Japanese-style meal. (The South Colorado Boulevard and Arvada locations even have drive-thru facilities.)…
There’s no time like the present to contribute to a worthy cause — particularly since you can do it by simply enjoying a dinner away from home tonight, at one of the restaurants participating in Dining Out for Kickin’ Polio. To see the entire list, go to www.endpolio.com. Alo tonight,…
Argyll will host a Single Malt Scotch Dinner at 6:30 p.m. tonight, serving up five courses all paired with scotch to match. A seat is $69; for reservations, call 720-382-1117 or go to www.argyllpub.com. For information on dozens of culinary events around town, visit our online Food & Drink listings…
Aria, which opened in December in the former home of Juicy Lucy’s (and many places before that), will host the Culinary Connectors Supper Club tonight, with a wine-tasting and three-course meal. Tickets are $60 and benefit the Morgan Adams Foundation. For more information, call 303-377-4012 For information on dozens of…
You can’t have a discussion about tribal house without mentioning Dubtribe Sound System — the outfit hailing from San Francisco and comprising Sunshine and Moonbeam Jones — which achieved mainstream crossover success with Bryant Street in 1999. Best known for such tracks as “Do It Now,” “Sunshine’s Theme” and “Mother…
Denver Restaurant Week kicks off on Saturday, which is also when the 2011 Beerdrinker of the Year will be crowned — but in the meantime, there are plenty of culinary events to fill your belly. Here’s what’s on the menu:…
Before City, O’ City starts its major renovation and expansion, you can drink up all that great original atmosphere at a free, Samuel Smith Brewing Co. Tasting Party. The fun starts at 7 p.m. tonight; for more info, call 303-831-6443 or go to www.watercoursefoods.com. For information on dozens of culinary…
Dear militant vegans: Please, please, for the love of all things holy, do a favor for everyone — non-militant vegans, vegetarians and carnivores alike — and shut the fuck up already…
Steve’s Snappin’ Dogs, 3525 East Colfax Avenue, will celebrate five years in business today through Sunday, February 20; while supplies last, you’ll get a free Hostess Twinkie or Cupcake with your meal. And the 500th customer will get a free T-shirt and meal. The festivities last through the weekend, for…
UPDATE: This event has sold out! Avery Tap Room, 5757 Arapahoe Avenue Unit B1 in Boulder, will host the Boulder Strong Ale Festival today and tomorrow, with more than eighty strong beers (greater than 8 percent ABV) from some of the best breweries in the country. Admission is $35; call…
Amendment XXI Wines will present a Single Malt Scotch Tasting with Robert Sickler, who’ll will guide participants through Scotland’s portfolio. The tasting, which starts at 5 p.m., is free; for more information, call 303-477-5646. For information on dozens of culinary events around town, visit our online Food & Drink listings…
The last time Reyna Von Vett’s naughty alter ego, Cora Vette, attempted to pay homage to the Moulin Rouge with her team of burlesque Burlycute beauties, she received a cease-and-desist letter from the Moulin Rouge itself. “We got sued by the French,” she says, which is why the name of…
Fans of Project Runway know all about Denver’s own fashion darling, Mondo Guerra, who was a finalist last season. For one of the challenges, Mondo had to create a textile pattern using computer software. “He created this pattern that was purple squares with this plus sign all outlined in yellow,…
Baily Rose has been involved with the Titwrench festival since its inception two years ago, “helping with different fashion installations and performances both years,” she explains. “I came up with the idea of doing an art show called On Being a Woman in late summer, and I thought the only…
Pieces of art from all over the country will be displayed in Bras, Bangles and Bunions, a collaboration of the Colorado Women’s Caucus for the Arts and TACtile Textile Arts Center. “It was a project that the WCA had thought of some years ago, and we just hadn’t gotten around…
Organixx, the modified fast-casual restaurant at 1520 Blake Street, does 75 percent of its business during lunch hours. Which is somewhat surprising, considering the tasty breakfast and dinner offerings, with several vegetarian options and a handful of vegan delicacies. In other words, if you’re looking for a vegetarian or vegan…
Denver’s Smitten Kitten outlet — the local outpost at 70 Broadway of the infamous Minneapolis boutique — has shut its legs, er, doors. Between the store’s DIY pasties workshops — and others, like Treats for Your Sweets and Real Sex vs. Porn Sex with Jayme Waxman, which just took place…
Pinkies up! At 7 p.m. tonight, Seven Cups, the tea shop at 1882 South Pearl Street, will present “Are There Tannins in My Tea?,” a talk in which tea expert Donna Fellman will discuss the chemistry of a cup. Admission is free; for more info, call 303-777-2877 or go to…
WaterCourse Foods chef Rachel Kesley was in fine form last night with the restaurant’s multi-course Valentine’s Day spread, a steal at $45 per person ($55 with alcohol pairings). We took some photos for you to peruse; keep reading to see what (besides this first course — deconstructed pho, cream of…
Valentine’s Day is over, but participating Front Range McDonald’s stores still want to show you some love: From now through Sunday, February 27, you can stop in for a free (small) cup of McDonald’s coffee. No purchase necessary! For more info, go to www.mcdonalds.com. For information on dozens of culinary…
Walker Barnard’s funk credentials extend back to his childhood, when his father (who made music videos for Motown artists) took him to the set of Rick James’s “Super Freak” video. He’s only gotten deeper into the genre through the years, playing bass in L.A.-based funk band Mobius Trip in the…
The week’s starting off with a big, heart-shaped bang and winding down with chili cook-offs and docent dinners. Here’s a taste of what’s ahead: Monday, February 14: There are far too many Valentine’s Day events to list here; check our online listings to see all the heart-warming opportunities….
