Dillon’s Dumpling House is serving up authentic, hand-crafted dumplings out of the former Shoyu Sushi space in Aurora’s Tower Pavilion retail center. The restaurant marks Vincent Liu’s debut as an owner, but with over 20 years of experience in Thai, Chinese and Japanese eateries, he’s far from a newcomer to the industry. “I’ve worked in … Read more
Happy hours are a great way to spend less money while enjoying small bites and deals on drinks. But it can be tough to sync up a late-afternoon time block during the weekday grind. Enter Wine Wednesday, a longstanding tradition of dozens of bars and restaurants in metro Denver. It celebrates alliteration by inviting oenophiles … Read more
Art, music, history, cuisine and religious practices are the tried-and-true ways to learn about other cultures when visiting another country. But so are convenience stores. That’s where you can get a quick read on what the locals grab when they’re in a hurry. A tour of a 7-11 in the United States, for instance, certainly … Read more
Metro Denver’s food scene has never been as vibrant as it is today, something The Denver Post’s food writers and the rest of the staff of The Know understand. That’s why we’re out on the town as much as possible. Each month, we’ll provide you with recommendations about a few of the dishes we tried … Read more
Dining at a hotel restaurant used to be a glamorous experience. But imagining a hotel restaurant today may conjure up images of an empty dining room with a few patrons sipping cocktails at an eerily quiet bar. That said, the tides seem to be turning again as hospitality brands increasingly partner with award-winning chefs and … Read more
Editor’s note: This is part of The Know’s series, Staff Favorites. Each week, we offer our opinions on the best that Colorado has to offer for dining, shopping, entertainment, outdoor activities and more. (We’ll also let you in on some hidden gems.) For 20 years, the Falling Rock Taphouse was a given in Lower Downtown. It … Read more
I have to confess that I made many trips to Albuquerque to see family during my childhood, but I never really explored the city or the surrounding area until recently. Not only did I find some unique activities and places to see, but I’m ready to return and continue discovering its history and character. Albuquerque, … Read more
Gino Panino, a new pop-up from the team behind Rebel Bread, is bringing those viral Italian focaccia sandwiches you’ve seen all over social media to Denver. While it may be housed inside the bakery on South Broadway, Gino Panino is its own entity. The concept is operated by Rebel Bread owner, Zach Martinucci and other … Read more
Savory cocktails aren’t new. You know this, of course, if your go-to brunch cocktail is a Bloody Mary with a slab of bacon. But what is intriguing is that bartenders are starting to explore savory cocktails in a nighttime setting, taking a more culinary approach as they do so, according to McLain Hedges, co-owner of … Read more
Maria Empanada is nearly ready to open its East Colfax Avenue location, which has been in the works since 2022. Delays caused at first by COVID-19 and then a long waiting process for permits from the city prolonged the buildout, said owner Lorena Cantarovici. “The building is a bit old, so we also discovered some … Read more
