Author: Teresa Farney teresa.farney@gazettedev.gazette.com
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A sweet reunion: Otho pops up at Denver’s Junction Food & Drink
On a recent visit to Junction Food & Drink in Denver, we had an unexpected reunion with a familiar name from Colorado Springs’ culinary past: Otho (who still goes by one name). Longtime readers might remember Otho as a fixture of the local food scene for more than a decade. From the late 1990s through…
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Say ciao to Amore Italian Grille: a love letter to comfort and craft
Ambli Kitchen + Bar has transitioned from upscale global cuisine to Amore Italian Grille, and February, the month of love, feels like perfect timing for an Italian romance. The new Amore, 5278 N. Nevada Ave., greets diners with warmth and sparkle. Lights glow across the dining room, and the heavy draperies that once blocked the…
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Nakhon Luang Thai Kitchen opens in former NaRai Thai space
Within weeks of Jasmin Andrew closing her beloved NaRai Thai Restaurant at 805 Village Center Drive, where she built a devoted following over 18 years — new owners moved in and began serving dishes inspired by Thailand and Laos. Now operating as Nakhon Luang Thai Kitchen, the space is led by co-owners Badeebut “Lilly” Boonyapapong…
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White Lotus Café and Bakery brings Thai breakfasts to Colorado Springs
Jasmin Andrew never planned to become a chef — much less a breakfast trailblazer. With a degree in finance, training as a gemologist and years spent grading diamonds in California, cooking was meant to stay in the background. But after moving to Colorado Springs with her military husband and discovering that few Thai restaurants prepared…
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New tacos and tortas spot blends family tradition with street food flair | Table Talk
The logo for Don Turi’s Tacos & Tortas does more than brand a new restaurant. It visually bridges generations of a Colorado Mexican restaurant family while signaling a bold, street food-driven turn. A sombrero, a familiar mustache and the restaurant’s name beneath — each element intentionally tied to the González family story behind Tres Margaritas…
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Colorado Springs gets lounge with a view
Colorado Springs has a new rooftop bar to enjoy the spectacular views of the Front Range: Ryze Skyline Lounge at the Hilton Garden Inn, 125 N. Cascade Ave. (Cascade Avenue and Bijou Street). Upon entering the cozy, dimly lighted space there’s a beautifully stocked bar on the left and a couple of steps just past…
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Colorado Spring gets new Latin-themed eatery
Pariza Mehta, Kelly Morrison and Ricardo Morffin, owners of Ambli Kitchen + Bar, 5278 N. Nevada Ave., have introduced a new little sister to their restaurant group: Latin Social, 316 N. Tejon St. The trio created an eatery that offers a sophisticated, ultra-modern room to enjoy the warm hospitality and flavors one might experience in…
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Colorado Springs longtime award-winning chef receives international honor for culinary accomplishments
O. Siegfried (Sigi) Krauss, Colorado Springs’ legendary, longtime chef, has been honored with the American Culinary Federation’s prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award at the ACF annual educational convention held at the Paris Las Vegas Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas, July 25-31. The award recognizes an academy fellow who has shown outstanding dedication to the culinary…
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Northern El Paso County gets more steak, seafood dining options
Two new upscale steak and seafood restaurants are coming to northern El Paso County: Prime25 N and Roth’s Sea & Steak. Here’s an update about each establishment. • Prime25 N, 1895 Democracy Point, a second location for the popular steakhouse on Tejon Street south of downtown, comes to us by Chuck Schafer, owner of Five…
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Popular Colorado Springs Mexican food restaurant expands to Woodland Park
Sofia’s Antojitos, the popular Colorado Springs-based Mexican food eatery, has opened a third location at 727 Gold Hill Place S., Woodland Park, in the City Market shopping center. It took over the former Mountainara Cucina Italiana restaurant space as well as the vacant spot next door, which increased the seating capacity for the restaurant significantly.…