Author: Robin Intemann
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Empty Stocking Fund: Tri-Lakes Cares
The last word in the Tri-Lakes Cares name is personified in the social services the organization provides to those in need in Northern El Paso County. It is one of the original six Empty Stocking recipients, a group which has grown to 20 since 1994. In that time, Tri-Lakes has assisted people through a range…
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Dining review: Narai Thai satisfies the senses
Among the sensory appeals of Narai Thai Restaurant in Colorado Springs is the color palette created by the combination of sauces and fresh vegetables. Besides the visual allures, tastes and aromas also factor in. Initially an off-putting smell I couldn’t identify made me leery. Fortunately, this didn’t last long and ultimately did not affect my…
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Empty Stocking Fund: Griffith Centers for Children/Chins Up
There’s a sense of pride that’s hard to miss when talking to Ryan Smith, development/marketing manager at the Griffith Centers for Children/Chins Up, about the youths he works with. “It’s not just me, we’re all proud,” Smith said. “If you walk on our campus, you’ll see a bunch of proud parents. It’s a role we…
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Dining review: Convenience, quality among attractions with meals to go at west-side market
Whether it’s Take and Bake, Heat and Eat or another variation on this theme, prepared meals to serve warm at home are nothing new. However, Garden of the Gods Catering and Market has been at it for a while and the proof is what’s in the packaging. There’s no menu and walking past the refrigerated…
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Empty Stocking Fund: American Red Cross of Southern Colorado
When disaster strikes, whether it’s a house fire affecting one family or a tragedy faced by many caused by natural events, the American Red Cross is on the scene. “What I want people to know is that in times of need we are always there,” said Phil Martinez, executive director of the American Red Cross…
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Colorado Springs’ Shuga’s still charms with simple, creative food | Dining Review
The flock of origami cranes dangling from the ceiling inside Shuga’s seems smaller but still captures my imagination. Except for the reduced number of cranes, little has changed since my last (seemingly long ago) visit. The place is still noisy because it’s popular and tables are close together, yet the food remains satisfying. Even the…
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A creative twist on Detroit-style pizza in Colorado Springs | Dining Review
I had plans to review a certain restaurant, but I got the address confused and instead walked into Steel Pan PNP — and I’m glad I did. What could have been an embarrassing situation became a serendipitous discovery: Detroit-style pizza. Steel Pan PNP (Located at: 402 S. Nevada Ave.) Wednesday October 13, 2021. Photo by…
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Dining review: Three Little Griddles wakes up the taste buds
Three Little Griddles sounds like it might be the beginning of a nursery rhyme for cooks, but it’s a tasty place for breakfast south of the Denver Tech Center. Nothing about this establishment is what comes to mind when thinking about the first meal of the day. The interior is dark, orders are placed at…
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Tapas set the mood at Colorado Springs eatery
The best tables at Mood Tapas are those just inside the door facing Tejon Street, where the light from outside floods in. Most of the long, narrow space is dark and doesn’t provide enough light to illuminate the colorful, beautifully plated dishes. On my first visit to Mood, we scored what I consider a coveted…
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Dining review: Tacos, creamy queso, churro doughnuts and tequila delight at this Old Colorado City eatery
Alliteration at the Westside Cantina in Old Colorado City ends with Margarita Mondays and Taco Tuesdays. While the spotlight here is on tequila and tacos, I couldn’t help but wonder about Wacky Wednesdays, Thirsty Thursdays or Finally Fridays. My ideas fit in with the menu, which has a greater emphasis on the alcohol with more…