Author: Robin Intemann
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Manitou Springs author back on the horse through writing
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Writing about what you know is something Manitou Springs resident John Boyd takes to heart; although he claims not to be a writer, his novella, “Career Change,” indicates otherwise. Boyd, a former horse trainer and jockey, writes about 24-year-old Margaret Sage’s transition from a dental assistant to a professional jockey. After lying about her experience…
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Hot and sour soup, egg rolls, big servings at this Chinese spot in Fountain | Dining Review
Occasionally I have misgivings about a restaurant before walking through the door. It usually has to do with a remote, poorly lit location. In the case of China Cottage in Fountain, the fact that there were no other diners was what made it disconcerting. I needn’t have worried. There were plenty of to-go orders ready…
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Dining review: Empty restaurant not always a sign
Occasionally I have misgivings about a restaurant before walking through the door. It usually has to do with a remote, poorly lit location. In the case of China Cottage in Fountain, the fact that there were no other diners was what made it disconcerting. I needn’t have worried. There were plenty of to-go orders ready…
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Not your school lunch sandwich at Denver’s Zeps Epiq | Dining Review (copy)
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There’s no doubt that Denver’s Zeps Epiq Sandwiches is enthusiastic about Colorado since many of the menu items refer to cities and places in the Centennial State. What this small shop, near the Denver Art and Colorado History museums, lacks in physical space is compensated by creative, handcrafted food. As Zeps proves, a sandwich is…
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Not your school lunch sandwich at Denver’s Zeps Epiq | Dining Review
There’s no doubt that Denver’s Zeps Epiq Sandwiches is enthusiastic about Colorado since many of the menu items refer to cities and places in the Centennial State. What this small shop, near the Denver Art and Colorado History museums, lacks in physical space is compensated by creative, handcrafted food. As Zeps proves, a sandwich is…
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Almost divine dining at church turned restaurant in Colorado Springs | Dining Review
Our dining experience at The Carter Payne, formerly a church, had its share of transgressions; nonetheless, its saving grace was the food. Originally an AME place of worship built in 1897, it was transformed into a tasting room for Local Relic Brewery in 2016. The building now also houses a restaurant overseen by chef Brent…
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Succulent tri-tip, tender burnt ends: Colorado Springs bistro’s fare shines amidst dark decor | Dining Review
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Fans of the cult film “The Crow” might feel right at home at Buzzed Crow Bistro thanks to the shadowy decor; for others it might evoke a heavy metal vibe. Either way, it’s the menu that matters. The bill of fare is extensive at this restaurant/bar with something for seemingly everyone, from barbecue to pizza,…
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Golden twice-fried chicken at Korean-style restaurant in Colorado Springs | Dining review
At least two distinctions need to be when comparing Korean fried chicken with its American counterpart. The former is fried twice and it’s coated with a sweet or spicy sauce. This is what you learn when dining at 92 Chicken. Except for a few sides, fried chicken dominates the menu; yet there are only 21…
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Start with barbecue, end with pie at Colorado Springs’ Ivywild School | Dining review
Even though Bristol’s Spark Beer + BBQ is housed in a shipping container in front of Ivywild School, it’s very much part of the lively community happening indoors. The same is true of Gold Star Bakery, except it’s inside and practically hidden in a small hallway off the main corridor. We began with barbecue and…
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Supple Udon and Pa Ram chicken offered at this cozy Thai eatery in Colorado Springs | Dining review
The menu at Chaang Thai includes all the usual items you’d expect at a Southeast Asian restaurant; however, besides the familiar dishes, there are several that allow for expansions of culinary horizons. It’s reassuring to know Pad Thai, Panang Curry and Tom Kha Gai — along with numerous other traditional items — are available on…