While plenty of spirits are made in Colorado, not everyone has the local credentials of Rising Sun Distillery. “Supporting local agriculture is really important to me,” explained Dawn Richardson who owns the distillery with her husband Sol. She said they source local grains, honey, chilis, lavender, and other ingredients. “I like really clean spirits.” Richardson, a former … [Read more...] about North Denver Distillery on the Rise
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North Denver Says Goodbye to a Friend: Local 46 to Close at End of October
To people outside the community, another bar closing is just a sad COVID-19 statistic and another demolition permit is just a regular week in Denver’s rapidly changing landscape. To almost anyone who walked through the doors of Local 46, this closing is different. Andy Carlson of the Highland Ramblers walked through those doors frequently. "Having music there brought … [Read more...] about North Denver Says Goodbye to a Friend: Local 46 to Close at End of October
Radiator Heats Up 44th Ave With Coffee, Cocktails
UPDATE: Radiator is now open! The business opened later in August, not on 8/15 as originally reported. Many North Denver residents, this author included, were sad to see Common Grounds coffee close earlier this year and readers have been writing in asking about the fate of the property at 44th Ave and Vallejo. Despite zoning that would allow higher development and the large … [Read more...] about Radiator Heats Up 44th Ave With Coffee, Cocktails
The Great Face Off: Mask-O-Drama
The mask enters the new world of COVID as the fashion accessory and political statement of 2020. The myriad ways of wearing a mask showcase the face with statement patterns celebrating community from Northside Pride to West Colfax to brands like Little Man Ice Cream. A well rounded wardrobe of masks meet many moods including tropical florals, ethnic ikat patterns, simple dots, … [Read more...] about The Great Face Off: Mask-O-Drama
Farm Fresh Summer is Back
Cindy Koder, one of North Denver’s most beloved hair stylists whose radiant inner beauty keeps her regulars grounded, looked around the Highland Farmers Market on opening day, took in a deep breath, and smiled, “This makes me happy.” After months of being cooped up, and then stirred up, in the anxiety ridden aftermath of protest marches and violence, there was indeed something … [Read more...] about Farm Fresh Summer is Back