Tag: food
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Spice levels and flavors don’t disappoint at Thai restaurant in Colorado Springs
ROBIN INTEMANN It never fails that when I visit a Thai restaurant for the first time I’m never sure whether to trust its spice levels, since they’re markedly different from place to place. What I learned at NaRai Siam Cuisine is that mild and medium are just what they imply. Spiciness here only enhanced the…
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Bean-to-bar: Third Wave Chocolate offers deep flavors, simple treats in Colorado Springs
At Third Wave Chocolate, simplicity is key, said business owner Joel Bogdanoff. The sweet treat company, founded by Bogdanoff last year, offers handmade craft chocolates here in Colorado Springs. It started as a hobby, with Bogdanoff whipping up chocolate treats in his apartment, but the venture soon expanded. Now, Third Wave operates out of Provision…
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Colorado Springs has another option downtown for Mexican food and dancing
Azteca Urbano, 24 E. Kiowa St., had flown under my radar until a friend — Jazzercise instructor and fellow foodie Rachel Moothart — gave it a shoutout during our afternoon workout class. “We just went to Azteca Urbano downtown,” she said between dance routines. “It was our first time, and I had the mole enchiladas.…
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Colorado Springs area cooking classes and events starting Oct. 15
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CLASSES Chefs’ Kitchen — 1753 S. 8th St. Registration: chefskitchencos.com/events. • No Tricks, Just Treats: Happy Halloween Cupcakes, for ages 4-12, 10-11 a.m. or 1:30-2:30 p.m. Oct. 25, $39. • One-Day Wonder Sourdough, 1-4 p.m. Oct. 25, $105. The French Kitchen — 4771 N. Academy Blvd., call or go online for prices. Registration: 719-528-6295, tfkcc.com. • Mediterranean…
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Emphasis on family and flavor at Mexican restaurant in Colorado Springs | Dining review
The food, the service and ambiance all made a favorable impression at Mexico Real Family Restaurant, but it was meeting the owner as we left that enhanced the dining experience we had just enjoyed. The owner introduced himself after thanking us for dining at this restaurant and ensuring that all was well with our meal.…
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Colorado Springs gets new rooftop lounge with stunning views | Table Talk
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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New name, new choices at downtown Colorado Springs restaurant | Dining review
Even if you know the history behind the restaurant formerly known as The Ute, where the Ute 70 movie theater was once home, The Common Fork makes a lot more sense as a new moniker if only because it’s clear there’s a connection to food. Our server Matt explained that the menu was revamped earlier…
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Colorado Springs gets new Latin-themed eatery | Table Talk
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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Flavorful, aesthetic poke bowls shine at this Japanese spot in Colorado Springs | Dining review
Japanese cuisine may not always come to mind when thinking of comfort food, but Mama Poke is an excellent reminder of its existence. The small restaurant on the north side of Colorado Springs featured bowls of ramen, noodles, sushi, dumplings and more, all made fresh in-house. There was nothing fancy about the place. Even in…
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Amateur, pro chefs bring the heat at Chili and Salsa Showdown
By O’Dell Isaac odell.isaac@gazettedev.gazette.com More than 150 professional and home chefs brought the heat on Thursday as they competed for the right to call their chili or salsa the best in Colorado. The Chili and Salsa Showdown, held at the Pueblo Convention Center, was the kickoff event to the 31st annual Chile and Frijoles Festival.…