Author: Robin Intemann
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Dining review: Authentic and flavorful Vietnamese cuisine
Not only was I grateful that menu items were listed by number and included a brief description, I also appreciated the diners at Viet’s Restaurant Noodles and Grill who offered tips on the best way to eat authentic Vietnamese cuisine. The overflowing plate of colorful herbs, lettuce, cucumbers, bean sprouts and shredded carrots that arrived…
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Dining review: Westside Colorado Springs favorite features all-day breakfast, hamburgers topped with peanut butter and more
It’s been a few years since I favorably reviewed Mother Muff’s Kitchen & Spirits in Old Colorado City; happily, the food and service are even better than I remembered. Breakfast is served all day. There’s nothing weird about having what’s considered typical morning food as a last meal instead of the first. I consider it…
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Dining review: Lucile’s Cafe satisfies Creole cravings
Walking into Lucile’s Creole Café isn’t quite like being in New Orleans, but it’s close, considering you’re in the Mile High City. This is a popular spot for brunch, so we anticipated a long wait. However, we got lucky and were seated well before hunger pangs became audible. Still, it’s a good idea to be…
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Dining review: Colorado Springs’ Red Gravy makes a splash
There’s more to Red Gravy Italian Bistro than marinara or Bolognese sauces, but the name is playful, especially considering the downtown restaurant’s logo: a red splat on a white background. Although not as vivid in color, there are plenty of other sauces available along with a large selection of pastas, popular Italian entrees and pizza.…
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Dining review: Warm welcome, flavorful food at Thai eatery in Colorado Springs
Hello Thai & Yakitori is more of an invitation than a salutation at this Rockrimmon restaurant. Still, expect to be warmly greeted when entering this small eatery. We were there for a carryout order, which we placed online. Phone orders are also accepted. After selecting the date and time to pick up our food, there…
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Dining review: Ahoy, seafood lovers around Colorado Springs!
Chef Bob’s Lobstah Trap is landlocked in more ways than one. Besides being in Colorado Springs, the restaurant is in the middle of a strip mall with several other dining establishments. Forget the proximity to Powers Boulevard and the view of surrounding hillsides dotted with homes. Instead, focus on the nautical theme and the whiteboard…
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Best and Brightest: Student defined by determination and persistence
When it comes to identifying his strengths, Mike Spar doesn’t hesitate to put the spotlight where it belongs. “My biggest strength is not necessarily my raw intelligence,” he said. “My underrated trait is resilience.” Yet, those who know this Cheyenne Mountain High School student are well aware of this and his optimism. Spar endured what…
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Best and Brightest: Going above and beyond in every endeavor
Described as “a role model, a catalyst for positive change as a leader and a star player and perfect teammate” by her high school counselor, Mia Chavez has all of the boxes checked as a well-rounded individual. Yet, there’s more to the Colorado Springs School senior than a laundry list of impressive achievements. “Mia goes…
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Best and Brightest: Using failure as a learning tool
Failure is not something most people like to admit, yet Katherine Twede acknowledges it as a good way to learn. The Cheyenne Mountain High School senior applies this philosophy in her quest to summit the highest 50 peaks in the U.S. with her family. They’ve reached 48. In her Best & Brightest application, Twede didn’t…
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Best and Brightest: Pandemic motivated student to achieve
Like everyone else, did not anticipate COVID-19 impacting her life, but it became a call for action for the Atlas Preparatory High School student. Cejudo obtained her certified nursing assistant certification in 2020 when she was 16. Now a senior, in her Best & Brightest application she wrote of working as many as 16-hour double-weekend…