Laws Whiskey House this weekend will unveil the pièce de résistance of the two-story addition to its Denver distillery: A sprawling upstairs bar and lounge with a twilight view of the mountains. Distillery co-founder Al Laws spent seven years overseeing the construction of the 4,000-square-foot Whiskey Sanctuary, located at 80 W. Arkansas Ave. between South … Read more
A fine bottle of whisky is a classic Christmas treat, whether as a stocking filler or a palliative remedy for surviving a visit from the in-laws, especially when it comes from the legendary whisky area of Speyside. Right now, you can grab a premium bottle of the stuff at a great price, with the Tamnavulin … Read more
By LOUISE DIXON LONDON — Winter has set in, the Christmas lights have been switched on, and London’s top cocktail bars have added their seasonal favorites to bar menus. From a festive Old-Fashioned to a boozy hot chocolate, these after-dinner drinks might inspire your own menu of holiday cocktails, to be supped slowly by the … Read more
Expectations for holiday entertaining run high. Whether it’s a giddily glittery cocktail bash or a more serenely elegant sit-down dinner, hosting any kind of gathering this time of the year can be extremely stressful. But there’s one festive loophole that I plan to exploit all December long: inviting people over for drinks. A “come by … Read more
It was the best endorsement a brand could ask for. In a recent video interview with a Hong Kong media outlet, cast members from the hit film Wicked – including pop star Ariana Grande, British actress and singer Cynthia Erivo, Bridgerton’s Jonathan Bailey and American actor Jeff Goldblum – talked about the Chinese herbal syrup … Read more
Orrapan Botthaisong lives 8,000 miles away from her parents in Thailand. She moved to Denver by herself 14 years ago to get her MBA from the University of Denver, and decided afterward that because she loves food, the business she wanted to open was a restaurant. That happened in 2022 with La Mai Thai Kitchen, … Read more
Eggnog, the festive drink that evolved from a medieval cold remedy to a holiday favorite, is back to jingle your taste buds. The creamy concoction is typically a blend of egg yolks, fluffy whipped egg whites, rich milk, velvety cream, a hint of vanilla, and a sprinkle of sugar with a dash of cinnamon or nutmeg … Read more
For nearly a decade, the Denver Bicycle Cafe served as a hub for coffee, beer and cycling enthusiasts in the Uptown neighborhood. After closing its doors in 2019, the space at 1300-1308 E. 17th Ave. sat vacant until Alpine Dog Brewing took it over in 2023. But the brewery didn’t last long, shuttering just 14 … Read more
After a two-month closure, The Family Jones Spirit House reopened in November to reveal an updated space. The LoHi bar and distillery, which has been in operation for seven years, now has a more cozy lounge vibe, making guests feel like they’re in a “living room.” Where booths once stood in the center of the … Read more
Inside The Ivy Liverpool Brasserie in Liverpool city centre (Image: undefined) Entering Liverpool’s new Ivy restaurant from a crisp winter evening is a delight. For a decade, I’ve strolled past the former bank on Castle Street, now home to The Ivy. It was thrilling and gratifying to finally discover what lay behind those grand doors, … Read more
