What is the carbon footprint of a six-pack of Fat Tire amber ale? Do you even care after drinking all six bottles yourself? Two good questions, only one of which is answered in a report issued by the Fort Collins-based New Belgium Brewery, which makes Fat Tire. To find out,…
Artist Cassandra Cole made the rounds during the Democratic National Convention, selling posters, mugs and other gifts with copies of her unmistakable, farmer-hat-clad portrait of Barack Obama to celebrate his visit to Denver. Now Cole is back with a more dignified — dare we say more presidential — image of…
The sandwich: Cubano What’s on it: Slow-roasted mojo brined pork, Black Forest ham, Swiss cheese, dill pickles, mustard, garlic aioli on a toasted brioche Where to get it: Masterpiece Delicatessen (1575 Central Street, 303-561-3354) How much: $9:50 The concept of a Cuban sandwich, or Cubano, is a strange one: pork…
The first time I saw The Toxic Avenger — possibly on HBO or Cinemax — in the late 1980s, I was floored. It was absurd, graphic, gross, and fit into none of the movie archetypes I was familiar with. Needless to say, I was hooked — and I wasn’t alone…
A few months ago, the Wildlife Conservation Society suggested that the only way to save the iconic American bison is to eat it. While that may sound strange, the organization pointed out that the only reason there are 500,000 buffalo now living in the United States — and perhaps the…
I’m looking forward to Tony’s Market opening up across the street from the Westword building. I’m looking forward to the upscale groceries, the butcher section, the deli and bistro, the patio, the pizzas and the beer and wine. I’ve heard about Tony’s — they have three locations in the south…
Winter break is over, and it’s time to get back to school: beer school. Bristol Brewing Company’s 2009 course catalogue is out, and although the first class — Beer 101, taught by company founder Mike Bristol – already took place, there’s still time to catch up and make the grade…
The sandwich: The muffuletta What’s on it: Bologna, pepperoni, provolone, Greek slaw on a French roll. Where to get it: The Market Restaurant (1445 Larimer Square, 303-534-5140) How much: $7.65 The word muffuletta sounds cool no matter how you pronounce it. Moof-a-letta! Moof-a-lotta. Whatever. Supposedly of Italian origins but invented…
Firehouse Subs, a national chain based in Jacksonville, Florida, has opened its first Colorado location at 10060 Grant Street, in Thornton. It features steamed subs with names like the Hook and Ladder, the Engineer and the Engine Company. Ordering one “fully involved” means your sandwich comes complete with mayo, mustard,…
If you like your beer big or bad or Belgian, then Vail is where you want to be today. The city is hosting the ninth annual Big Beers, Belgians & Barleywines Festival, highlighting an international selection of 175-plus beers, many with more than 7 percent alcohol by volume. These include…
The Old Spaghetti Factory celebrates its fortieth birthday this year, but instead of crying about middle age, the famous chain is throwing a party. On Tuesday, January 6, diners at all 37 locations nationwide, including the one in Denver, at 1215 18th Street, will offer full meals for around $3,…
They were the shmucks, the shitheads, the asshats and the douchebags, the chodes, knobs, jerkoffs, buttmunches and assclowns. They embarrassed themselves, their families, their professions, their political parties and Colorado in general. And the year just wouldn’t have been the same without them. Continuing a time-honored tradition, Westword has inducted…
Colorado made news in 2008, and we’re not talking about Barack Obama accepting the Democratic nomination for president. Nosirree. Even bigger news! John and Patsy Ramsey were officially cleared in the 1996 death of their daughter, JonBenét. Of course, you might have missed that if you were paying too much…
Mike Shanahan, who was fired Tuesday, wasn’t just the Denver Broncos’ winningest and longest-tenured coach, he was also a repeat Westword Best of Denver award winner, taking home Best Coach – Professional in 1998 and 2007; Best Sack of a Bronco in 2004; Best Sporty Marshall in 2001; Best-Dressed Coach…
Attivo Pizza & Subs 124 East Ninth Avenue 303-996-9956 Pancho Villa Turkey, avocado, jalapeno, lime, cilantro, Swiss cheese, mayo, lettuce, red onion, oil, vinegar, spices $7.95 The end of the year is a thoughtful time..a pensive time..a time to think about what we have accomplished and what we have not,…
The Tattered Cover Lodo may be trying to keep non-dwarf patrons from having to see the covers of their adult magazine collection by placing these titles at shin height, but it seems like some problems with the plan would be exposed if little Jimmy or little Jenny decides to peruse…
Tim Neverett, a former studio host for FSN Rocky Mountain and a Westword Best of Denver winner from 2005, was recently named the play-by-play announcer for the Pittsburgh Pirates. He joins Greg Brown and three other broadcasters there. Neverett, 42, who filled in as a play-by-play announcer for the Colorado…
Broncos fans distraught over the team’s disintegration over the past three weeks are likely taking a break from all things sports today and probably tomorrow. But for those of you who can’t get enough pain, Opening Day for the 2009 Colorado Rockies is only 98 days away, and the home…
The nifty ads are hard not to notice, boldly proclaiming: The Cigarette is Dead. They’ve popped up alongside buildings, buses and billboards, directing people to www.QuitDoingIt.com, where smokers can find tools to help them quit. Commissioned by the State Tobacco Education & Prevention Partnership (STEPP), a division of the Colorado…
Merry Christmas! Happy Hanukah! Feel like drinkin’? Why not try any number of awesome craft beers that are released only around the holidays. Try the one below, or read about many others in our Booze News blog archive. Cocoa Porter Winter Warmer Tommyknocker Brewery Idaho Springs A rich, dark porter…
Diana DeGette wants to be Colorado’s first female Senator – maybe – but Denver’s U.S. Representative has gone about making that known in a strangely blunt and abrasive way, namely by calling out Governor Bill Ritter, who will choose a a new one, and by bashing the “chattering class.” In…
Winter White Ale Bell’s Brewery Comstock, Michigan Warning: This beer isn’t available in Colorado as far as a know, but a friend who lives in Indiana brought it to me as a gift, so what the hell. Also, when I blogged about the superiority of Colorado and California beers during…
