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Shawn Patrick
Got a parking ticket? Denver’s Illegal Pete’s will buy you a margarita
Denver’s street sweeping season is back, and so are the parking tickets. But one local restaurant chain is trying to take the sting out of that windshield envelope. Illegal Pete’s, […]3 days ago
Shawn Patrick
Two Denver coffee shops named among top 100 in North America
The Pacific Northwest may get all the love for having the best coffee, but Denver isn’t too shabby in that department either… Two Denver-based coffee shops have been named among […]3 days ago
Shawn Patrick
Denver’s Casa Bonita now sells sopaipilla snow globes, other new collectibles
Add this to the top of the list of things you didn’t know you needed… A Casa Bonita sopapilla snow globe! Denver’s iconic Casa Bonita has added a wave of […]4 days ago
Shawn Patrick
Colorado bagel shop wins ‘Schmear of the Year’ at national competition
Everyone knows that a good bagel only goes so far, the real star of the show is the schmear, and one Colorado bagel shop has their schmear game dialed in! […]4 days ago
Shawn Patrick
Peyton Manning behind a new ‘Colorado-rooted’ restaurant coming to Littleton
I’d never go to a Tom Brady restaurant, that guy eats way to0 weird, but Peyton Manning seems like the type of guy who’d put together a heck of a […]4 days ago
Shawn Patrick
Denver gets Colorado’s first drive-thru only Chick-fil-A
Judging by the drive-thru lines every time I go to Chick-fil-A, I don’t think anyone goes inside to eat anyway, so this is a great idea… Chick-fil-A will open Colorado’s […]5 days ago
Jenny D
Tax day deals in Denver: Because the Mile High City knows how to deduct the stress
Ah, Tax Day— that annual headache where even the altitude in Denver can’t lift your spirits after crunching those numbers. If you’re a Coloradan filing (or procrastinating) on April 15, […]6 days ago
Shawn Patrick
Denver’s most highly-anticipated restaurant seats only eight people
If you don’t mind dropping around $225 per person on a meal, there’s a spot coming to Denver that will make all of your foodie friends really jealous! The most […]10 days ago
Shawn Patrick
Is Chicago-favorite Portillo’s still planning to expand into Colorado?
If you’re craving an authentic Chicago-style hot dog or an Italian beef sandwich, you may need to just plan a trip to Illinois at this point… Portillo’s, the Chicago-based fast-casual […]11 days ago
Kathie J
Dairy Queen introduces “Breakfast Collection” Blizzards
Breakfast is the best meal of the day if you ask me. Ice cream is my favorite type of food, so let’s combine them and make magic. Dairy Queen is […]11 days ago
Shawn Patrick
Counterfeit Colorado produce has gotten so bad that the Governor signed a bill to crack down
If you’ve ever bought peaches thinking they were famous Palisade Peaches from Colorado, but they didn’t taste like it, it might be because they weren’t actually from our state. Counterfeit […]12 days ago
Shawn Patrick
Ben & Jerry’s Free Cone Day returns April 14; here’s where to get a scoop in Colorado
Ben & Jerry’s annual Free Cone Day is back next Tuesday, and Colorado ice cream fans can line up for unlimited free scoops at participating locations. The event is set […]14 days ago
Kathie J
Former Blake Street Tavern near Coors Field announces plans to reopen
Blake Street Tavern, one of downtown’s most iconic sports bars, is making a comeback. I have so many fun memories of Blake Street Tavern. Blake Street Tavern, which closed in […]14 days ago
Shawn Patrick
Denver restaurants that still have Easter reservations available
Easter is Sunday (April 5), and while many of the Denver area’s most popular brunch spots are filling up fast, more than 300 restaurants still had availability as of this […]18 days ago
Shawn Patrick
Who has the best burritos in Denver?
Today is National Burrito Day (April 2), and Denver residents looking to celebrate with something beyond chain-restaurant deals have plenty of highly rated local options. The annual holiday, observed on […]18 days ago
Jenny D
National PB&J Day-Elevate your Sandwich Game
Ah, National Peanut Butter and Jelly Day. It’s that glorious April 2 when we all pretend our childhood lunch staple is suddenly a gourmet affair. Look, if you’re still slapping […]18 days ago
Jenny D
Denver asks restaurants to only serve water by request amid drought conditions
With an unusually warm winter leaving our mountain snowpack levels lower than average, Denver Water has officially implemented mandatory watering restrictions. The goal is clear: a 20 percent reduction in […]21 days ago
Shawn Patrick
Colorado Rockies will offer two-foot long, one-pound hot dog among other new food items this season
If your baseball team is likely to be terrible again, get them to come watch the games by offering food you can get nowhere else…that may be the approach the […]26 days ago
Shawn Patrick
Denver’s Casa Bonita invites you for Easter dinner
When I think of Easter dinner, normally I think of ham, potatoes, and deviled eggs… But how do enchiladas and a dive show sound this year? Denver’s famous Casa Bonita […]26 days ago
Fizz
Fizz’s top five burger spots in Denver
The Mile High City takes its burgers seriously, and whether you crave a greasy smash patty or an upscale wagyu stack, the metro delivers. Here are five spots where the […]1 month ago
Brailey Jones
Costco Ready To Eat Meatloaf Recalled in 26 States
Costco has recalled a ready-to-eat meat loaf meal sold in 26 states and two territories due to possible salmonella contamination. The meal included a family-sized meat loaf, Yukon Gold mashed […]1 month ago
Jenny D
Pie Day in the Mile High: Where to Grab a Slice in Denver
Whether you prefer fruit-filled crusts or decadent chocolate cream, March 14 is the sweetest day of the year. In honor of Pi Day (3.14), local bakeries across the Front Range […]1 month ago
Shawn Patrick
BOGO Chipotle in Colorado if you have a tattoo (even a fake one) on March 13
Chipotle is a Colorado company so we love them, but lets be real… It ain’t cheap! So whenever they offer up freebies, I try to keep you in the loop! […]1 month ago
Shawn Patrick
Summer reservations for Denver’s Casa Bonita open on March 16
As the hype continues to die down at Casa Bonita in Lakewood, more and more opportunities for reservations continue to pop up. What started as an invite-only situation turned into […]1 month ago
Shawn Patrick
‘Worst fast food chain’ in America only has two locations left in Colorado
Boy, how times have changed…there was a time when you didn’t have to drive far to find a Long John Silver’s in Colorado, and when you got there, the fish […]1 month ago
Shawn Patrick
Five Colorado Irish pubs named among best in America
St. Patrick’s Day is Tuesday and the Denver St. Patrick’s Day Parade is Saturday, so if you’re looking for a place to celebrate, you have a bunch of really solid […]1 month ago
Shawn Patrick
Burgers at Denver-favorite Jim’s Burger Haven may taste different after one ingredient goes ‘extinct’
If you were to ask a bunch of people around Denver who has the best burger, you’d get Jim’s Burger Haven from a lot of them, but their iconic burgers […]1 month ago
Shawn Patrick
Ice cream cones are free at Colorado Dairy Queen’s on March 19th and there’s no catch
Thursday March 19th isn’t just the day before the first day of spring, for ice cream fans, it’s also free cone day at Dairy Queen. It’s one of my favorite […]2 months ago
KOSI 101.1
National Snack Day: Kids are basically part-time snackers, survey finds
If you’ve ever wondered where all the groceries go, National Snack Day is here to confirm what you already know: Kids are running a pretty serious snacking operation. A survey […]2 months ago
Shawn Patrick
When do Girl Scout Cookie sales end in Colorado?
As fast as they arrived, Thin Mints, Tagalongs, and all the other Girl Scout Cookie flavors will soon be gone in Colorado… The Girl Scouts began selling the cookies in […]2 months ago
Shawn Patrick
Colorado hotel brings ranch milkshake with carrots, whipped cream and crispy chicken to spring menu
If you’ve never visited Colorado’s only Great Wolf Lodge hotel, I highly recommend it. It’s the kid-themed hotel with a giant waterpark inside of it in Colorado Springs. That being […]2 months ago
Brailey Jones
Denver restaurant week kicks off Friday
If you’ve been eyeing a new spot to try, planning an affordable date night or just love a good deal, Denver Restaurant Week is your excuse. The highlight? Multi-course menus […]2 months ago
Shawn Patrick
New Denver ice cream shop will give 50 people free ice cream for a year
I scream, you scream, we all scream for FREE ice cream! In 2025, Handel’s Homemade Ice Cream expanded into Colorado with its first location in Aurora. The shop recognized as the […]2 months ago
Fizz
YA, But Are The Bread Bowls Included?
Panera’s reading the room, and honestly… thank you. The fast-casual spot just announced a new value-focused option called “Mix & Match,” aimed straight at anyone who’s looked at a lunch […]2 months ago
Shawn Patrick
Colorado’s ‘most expensive’ restaurant is in Denver
Having all the ritzy ski towns in Colorado, I really expected to see the most expensive restaurant in Colorado land in one like Vail or Aspen, but I was wrong. […]2 months ago
Shawn Patrick
Casa Bonita on a budget: Denver’s famous Mexican restaurant introduces Thursday lunch special
Checking out Casa Bonita since the “South Park” guys took over is worth it, but maybe only once because it is not cheap! However, it did just get a little […]2 months ago
Shawn Patrick
Two Colorado cities among the top places that order aphrodisiac foods for Valentine’s Day
Colorado is looking to get in the mood for Valentine’s Day! Instacart shared a bunch of stats on what we’ll be ordering for the love holiday based on past years. […]2 months ago
Shawn Patrick
Get married in a Colorado Voodoo Doughnut shop
There are four Voodoo Doughnut shops in Colorado…want to get married in one of them? If you’ve ever thought “Our wedding could use more doughnuts,” Voodoo Doughnut is making that […]2 months ago
Shawn Patrick
Will Buc-ee’s ever come to Denver?
With the news last week that Buc-ee’s likely will not put a second Colorado location south of Castle Rock in Palmer Lake, it got me wondering if the famous convenience […]2 months ago
Brailey Jones
Big Game Eats Are Next-Level — $180 Burgers Included
Fans heading to the Big Game in San Jose today will find some seriously wild items on the stadium menu — including a $180 burger and $40 nachos. Once you […]2 months ago
Shawn Patrick
Colorado Chipotle restaurants will offer free food during the Big Game via AI commercial
Chipotle is a Colorado company, so I love supporting them, especially when they’re offering free food. That is the case, but you have to be watching for their commercial during […]2 months ago
Kathie J
Walmart offers Valentine’s Day dinner kits under $50
Walmart has a meal for lovers for Valentine’s Day. Time to get that oven working for love. Walmart is selling two Valentine’s Day dinner meal kits for under $50. Options […]3 months ago
Kathie J
McDonald’s giving away ‘McNugget Caviar Kit’ for Valentine’s Day
Nothing says “I love you” like chicken nuggets and caviar for Valentine’s Day. Now, you can get it for free too. McDonald’s McNugget Caviar kits will be available exclusively at mcnuggetcaviar.com […]3 months ago
Shawn Patrick
Casa Bonita opens up new reservations for Valentine’s Day
Valentine’s Day is in just over a week and it’s on a Saturday this year, so if you don’t have dinner reservations yet, you might be left with very few […]3 months ago
Shawn Patrick
Denver restaurant included in Yelp’s 100 most romantic in America
Love it or hate it, you can’t avoid it: Valentine’s Day is just weeks away. If you’re coupled up, you may be excited to celebrate the holiday with your someone […]3 months ago
Shawn Patrick
Manitou Springs’ Great Fruitcake Toss takes place Saturday
Few things are hated on as much as fruitcake. The holiday treat is actually so disliked that each year Colorado has an event to “toss it.” “The Great Fruitcake Toss” […]3 months ago
Shawn Patrick
One Colorado Waffle House location offers special Valentine’s Day dinner
Waffle House is continuing its Valentine’s Day tradition by offering special dinner reservations at select locations across the U.S. on February 14. One Colorado location is included this year! This unique […]3 months ago
Shawn Patrick
Colorado’s new Girl Scout Cookie flavor will make its debut Sunday
One of life’s great mysteries is why Girl Scout Cookie season is during New Year’s resolution season, and 2026 may be even harder on those trying to avoid sweets, because […]3 months ago
Shawn Patrick
Does the cinnamon rolls and chili combination come from Colorado?
It’s about to get really cold, and growing up in Colorado, when it got really cold, we always ate chili. And we only ate our chili one way…with cinnamon rolls! […]3 months ago
Shawn Patrick
Popular Hawaiian restaurant chain plans 25-30 stores in Colorado
A trip to Hawaii is usually a special treat, but a good alternative when you can’t get to the islands is some Hawaiian food, and soon Colorado will have a […]3 months ago
Shawn Patrick
Still no White Castle, but fast food joint focused on sliders opens its first Colorado location this week
It’s starting to feel like White Castle is the last major fast food joint that hasn’t moved into Colorado – and sadly there are still no plans – but there […]3 months ago
Brailey Jones
FBI Investigating $400,000 Lobster Heist Bound for Costco
If you were planning to serve Costco lobster at your New Year’s Eve celebration… you might need a backup plan. A truckload of lobster worth nearly $400,000 was reportedly hijacked […]4 months ago
Shawn Patrick
Denver pizza joint replicates New York’s water to make authentic pies
Anyone can say they serve New York pizza, but a place in Denver is getting about as close to the real thing as you can… High Society Pizza had been […]4 months ago
Shawn Patrick
Red Rocks sold over 54,000 hot dogs in 2025 – why aren’t they better?
I get it, no one goes to Red Rocks to eat hot dogs, but according to a new report, a ton of people eat them when they’re at the famous […]5 months ago
Shawn Patrick
National Cookie Day is December 4 – see deals and freebies around Colorado
National Cookie Day is Thursday, December 4, and a bunch of places around Colorado are offering deals or freebies to celebrate. Here are deals and freebies for National Cookie Day […]5 months ago
Brailey Jones
Starbucks brings back fan-favorite holiday drink after four years
Everyone loves the Starbucks holiday menu — it’s second only to the release of pumpkin spice each year — and for years, fans have begged for two specific holiday drinks […]5 months ago
Shawn Patrick
Casa Bonita sells Christmas candle that smells like their dive pool
Whether you’ve been to Casa Bonita since they reopened or you went back in the day, you know the place has a “smell,” right? Well, how about making your house […]5 months ago
Shawn Patrick
‘Forrest Gump’-inspired restaurant closes its only Colorado location
If you’re a fan of the movie “Forrest Gump” or you love a good seafood joint in Denver, I’ve got some bad news… The doors at the Forrest Gump-inspired Bubba Gump […]5 months ago
Shawn Patrick
Smashburger unveils ‘Colorado menu,’ features new hot dog and burger
Smashburger is a Colorado company, so we’re always rooting for them, but we really love it when they wave the Colorado flag on a national level. And that’s exactly what […]6 months ago
Shawn Patrick
Top-selling Halloween candy in Colorado over last 17 years is unexpected
If you or your kids have found a bunch of Hershey Kisses in your loot after trick-or-treating over the years, here’s why… CandyStore.com reviewed candy purchases from the past 17 […]6 months ago
Shawn Patrick
It’s National Taco Day – who has the best tacos in Denver?
Tuesday is National Taco Day. It used to be celebrated every year on October 4, but they changed it to “the first Tuesday in October,” so that it’s always a […]6 months ago
Shawn Patrick
Ball Arena to offer $5 concession options after complaints about inflated prices
It’s no secret that eating at a pro sporting event is a ripoff, but it’s about to get better in Denver! Ball Arena is rolling out lower food prices for […]6 months ago
Shawn Patrick
Denver hosts 31-mile run where racers have to constantly consume Taco Bell
If Taco Bell gives you the runs – athletically, that is – this needs to be on your bucket list. There’s an ultrarunner event in Denver called the International Taco Bell […]7 months ago
Shawn Patrick
Colorado among top 10 states that purchase candy corn the most
I’m a candy corn hater, and I have to admit that it seems as though the people like me are the most vocal when it comes to the polarizing Halloween […]7 months ago
Shawn Patrick
Taco Bell announces 2026 return to Denver International Airport
Kudos to anyone brave enough to eat Taco Bell before going on a flight… In 2026, a Taco Bell Cantina is expected to open near gate A49 at Denver International […]7 months ago
Shawn Patrick
Starbucks closes at least 11 stores in Colorado, nine in the Denver area
It’s National Coffee Day, so you’d think Starbucks would’ve at least waited for tomorrow for this kind of news… Starbucks has closed at least 11 locations in the Denver area […]7 months ago
Shawn Patrick
Denver Broncos-shaped chicken nuggets are coming to Empower Field at Mile High
Nothing says super fan of the Denver Broncos like eating a chicken nugget shaped like their logo while watching them play a game! Back in September, Tyson Foods introduced new […]7 months ago
Shawn Patrick
Colorado’s first two-star Michelin restaurant costs two people over $400 without drinks
The 2025 Michelin Guide has been released, with restaurants receiving stars, regarded as the highest honor in the food industry. One Colorado restaurant earned two Michelin Stars, the first Colorado […]7 months ago
Shawn Patrick
Colorado Chipotles are offering BOGO entrées on September 15
Chipotle is a Colorado company, so here’s a great way to go out and support them and save some cash on Monday, September 15. Chipotle’s first-ever “Wear Your College Football […]7 months ago
Shawn Patrick
Colorado brewery creates Dubai chocolate bar beer
Those Dubai chocolate bars are all the rage in the sweets world these days, so it was only a matter of time before they started making other things taste like […]7 months ago
Shawn Patrick
Two Colorado restaurants among the New York Times’ best places to eat in the U.S.
There is no shortage of great restaurants in Colorado, but here are a couple you’ve got to put on your list to try if you haven’t yet, as they just […]7 months ago
Shawn Patrick
Colorado gets new Girl Scout Cookie flavor
Remind me not even to think about making a New Years resolution that has anything to do with losing weight in 2026. Girl Scout Cookies come out right around resolution […]7 months ago
Shawn Patrick
Two of Denver’s popular La Loma Mexican restaurants will be getting a new name
La Loma did not pay me to say what I am about to say, but truly it is my favorite restaurant in all of Denver. Soon though, I’ll have a […]7 months ago
Shawn Patrick
Colorado’s most popular pumpkin spice product is what?!
Pumpkin spice season is in full swing and while hearing those words may already have some folks cringing, they’re going to have to get used to it since it’s not […]8 months ago
Shawn Patrick
Pumpkin spice and other fall items are now back at Colorado Dunkin’ locations
Starbucks has made a big deal about their fall menu and the Pumpkin Spice Latte coming back on Tuesday (Aug. 26), but Dunkin’ has already somewhat quietly, brought fall back […]8 months ago
Shawn Patrick
Instagram-famous, giant, fancy milkshakes have a Denver shop
Maybe it’s just because the algorithm knows me so well, but I cannot scroll Instagram without seeing these over-the-top milkshakes lately. I always wondered where you could get one, but […]8 months ago
Shawn Patrick
Colorado Buffaloes now have their own Taco Bell meal
Just a couple of years ago, people would’ve laughed at Taco Bell for even considering doing anything with the lowly Colorado Buffaloes football team, but then came Coach Prime, and […]8 months ago
Shawn Patrick
The Black-Eyed Pea announces Fort Collins location
I am always rooting for Colorado companies, so maybe I am biased, but the best cornbread and the best chicken-fried steak I’ve ever had is at The Black-Eyed Pea. So, […]8 months ago
Shawn Patrick
No Cicis Pizza buffets are left in Colorado, but they’re looking to return
I can think of few things better than unlimited pizza, pasta and deserts. Yet, somehow, this brilliant concept didn’t pan out in Colorado…but it could be getting a second chance! […]8 months ago
Shawn Patrick
Colorado one of few states that offers ketchup smoothie
It’s hard to believe anything you see on the internet these days, so when I scrolled past a post about a ketchup smoothie, I thought it was probably an AI-generated […]9 months ago
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July 31 is Dairy Queen’s Miracle Treat Day – how to support local children’s hospitals
For every Blizzard Treat sold on Miracle Treat Day – July 31 – at participating Dairy Queens, $1 or more will be donated to local children’s hospitals through Children’s Miracle […]9 months ago
Shawn Patrick
One of Denver’s best restaurants – Guard and Grace – seeks new chef
Hands down, one of Denver’s best restaurants is Guard and Grace downtown, but I am a little concerned, as the guy in charge of making the food amazing is no […]9 months ago
Shawn Patrick
Colorado one of two states where McDonald’s will introduce dirty sodas, flavored cold brews and other new drinks
McDonald’s really wants to be the home of your favorite drink, but they have to try out their new sips on some folks first, and Colorado gets to be the […]9 months ago
Shawn Patrick
Colorado’s shuttered Del Taco locations will reopen, find out when
Last summer, a national study said that Del Taco was the best fast food chain in America. So, that means this is really good news for us here in Colorado! […]9 months ago
Shawn Patrick
When are pumpkin spice lattes coming back to Starbucks?
It may only be mid-July, but many people around Colorado are over summertime…if that’s you, here’s something to put you into a fall mode. Starbucks said that the pumpkin spice […]9 months ago
Shawn Patrick
LOOK – Denver speakeasy’s gold-infused martini costs $2,500 and comes with diamond necklace
A Denver speakeasy is shaking things up with a $2,500 martini that comes with more than just a buzz – it includes a diamond necklace! The Gilded Martini at B&GC is […]9 months ago
Shawn Patrick
Popular Texas iced tea shop opens first Colorado location
The Colorado Springs area may be hogging all of Colorado’s Whataburger locations, but Texans in Northern Colorado now have something to get excited about too. The state’s first HTeaO has […]9 months ago
Shawn Patrick
Chicken chain Bojangles opens first Colorado location
I wouldn’t say there is a need for more fast food fried chicken joints in Colorado, but judging by the lines at Raising Canes and Chick-fil-A, if you build it, […]9 months ago
Shawn Patrick
Reservations for all of 2025 at Casa Bonita open July 14
As the hype continues to die down at Casa Bonita in Lakewood, more and more opportunities for reservations continue to pop up. What started as an invite-only situation turned into […]9 months ago
