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Denver Life Magazine

Lesson from the Land

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click! • CONNECT WITH US FOR ALL THINGS LIFESTYLE IN DENVER.

living • WORK LIFE ■ GIVING ■ WELLNESS ■ FAMILY

Rethinking Rice Wine • A local sake expert ​breaks down one of the world’s most misunderstood drinks.

Garage Science • A five-gallon copper still and a spark of curiosity created Dry Land Distillers, where Colorado ingredients shape every bottle.

Empathy in Action • Colorado’s student-led nonprofit is teaching students worldwide that kindness is contagious.

Sit. Stay. Snack Organic. • Woman-owned and made in Boulder, Lord Jameson is leading the pack with certified organic ingredients and a higher standard for dog treats.

arts • SPOTLIGHT ■ THEATER ■ PERFORMANCE ■ MUSIC

Plot Twist • For anyone who’s ever believed a good book should take you somewhere, and wondered why the bookstore couldn’t do the same.

In the Darkroom and the Garden • Artist Eileen Roscina embraces risk, hand-processed film, and the beauty of creative accidents.

taste • RESTAURANTS ■ RECIPES ■ DRINKS ■ NEWS

The Ritual Cup • With low-acid, carefully roasted beans and serene spaces, Lavender Coffee Boutique reimagines coffee as a human-first experience.

5 rules for Accommodating Dietary Restrictions

The Art of Staying Late • At Mar Bella Boqueria, chef Johnny Curiel blends Spanish tradition with personal history in a space designed for long, indulgent nights.

Castle Rock’s Big Night Out • The Brinkerhoff turns a fast-growing town into one of Colorado’s most exciting new dining destinations.

COLORADO’S NEXT-GEN GROWERS • From mill to hive to greenhouse, the state’s food story is being rewritten at its roots.

The Grain Revival • ANCIENT VARIETIES ARE CHANGING WHAT FLOUR CAN BE.

Grain, Ground, Baked • From high-altitude Colorado fields to Kinship Bread’s Boulder-based ovens, where it becomes low-fermented sourdough.

The Slow Work of Honey • TRADITION SHAPES WHAT THE BEES LEAVE BEHIND.

Sweet Selection • A SAMPLING OF RAW AND INFUSED HONEYS.

Nectar, Gathered, Glazed • At Margot, honey from Björn’s hives becomes part of chef Justin Fulton’s seasonal cooking, adding depth to dishes shaped by Colorado ingredients.

The Daily Harvest • A QUIET SYSTEM GARNISHING KITCHENS ACROSS THE STATE.

Seeded, Harvested, Plated • Inside Denver’s Union Station, chef Alex Grenier of Mercantile brings microgreens from Mountain Man Micro Farms into a kitchen deeply connected to Colorado growers and makers.

style • BEAUTY ■ BOUTIQUES ■ HOME FASHION ■ DESIGN

Stitched for Service • Ryan and Jill Valentich turned a love of making into kitchen gear built to endure the long shifts.

Quiet Confidence • This young family’s kitchen blends sculptural moments with smart, hardworking details.

Block by Block • From her studio, Julie Malone of Julie Peach hand-prints vibrant tabletop textiles that turn everyday meals into transportive, story-rich gatherings.

wander • TRAVEL ■ GETAWAYS ■ VISITS ■ EXPLORE

GMC Hummer EV Pickup • Electronically upgraded to nearly 1,200 horsepower, a limited-edition carbon fiber version of the revolutionary mega-truck gets plenty of go-anywhere flash.

Worth the Calories • Pull up a stool. These Denver diners come with a healthy serving of character and a side of late-night lore.

The Rathbone Gives Montrose a Reason to Linger • Inside...