Sports Column bar closes after three decades by Coors Field

Sports Column bar closes after three decades by Coors Field

Sports Column is out. The bar at 1930 Blake St., which opened in 1995, closed at the end of September. It had been a popular spot during baseball season because of its proximity to Coors Field, which debuted that same year. “As Downtown Denver began to grow and change, Sports Column struggled to remain relevant … Read more

Free movies, music fests, baseball and more

Free movies, music fests, baseball and more

With Labor Day fast approaching on Monday, Sept. 2, it’s time to firm up those end-of-summer plans or even make some new ones. Here are five ideas for the days before and after the holiday, including free, cheap and family-friendly options. (Find more things to do at denverpost.com/things-to-do.) Denver Food + Wine Festival Labor Day … Read more

What will happen to Biker Jim’s without Biker Jim?

What will happen to Biker Jim’s without Biker Jim?

Jim Pittenger pulled up to Biker Jim’s Gourmet Dogs on his 10-year-old Harley Davidson last Tuesday, parked and walked through the front door. But instead of the usual exchange of greetings with employees, he said he felt “like a stranger in his own home.” Two weeks earlier, the 66-year-old announced on Facebook that he was … Read more

“Dino Rib” highlights new options on the plate at this season

“Dino Rib” highlights new options on the plate at this season

While there is nothing wrong with a Rockie Dog and a beer, there are more creative options available to fans at Coors Field this season. The biggest option — literally — is the “Dino Rib,” a 20 oz. smoked beef rib served with Paratha Bread and herb salad. Coming in at just under $30, it … Read more

What to do this week in Denver: Baseball; First Friday; eclipse

What to do this week in Denver: Baseball; First Friday; eclipse

Purple power Friday. The Colorado Rockies, who lost 16-1 on Opening Day in Arizona, will return to Denver for the team’s home opener on Friday, April 5, and if that score is any indication, you might need a drink before, during or after the game. The bars and restaurants around Coors Field will, of course, … Read more

Historic Denver wants to save El Chapultepec from demolition by Monfort

Historic Denver wants to save El Chapultepec from demolition by Monfort

Historic Denver on Monday filed a landmark designation application to save the El Chapultepec building, at 1962 Market St. in Lower Downtown Denver, from demolition by its owner, the Monfort Companies. “The buildings that tell the story of our city aren’t necessarily the glamorous gems that stand out,” said John Deffenbaugh, president and CEO of … Read more

Vegan burgers coming to Coors Field this season

Vegan burgers coming to Coors Field this season

For many sports fans, baseball games are synonymous with hotdogs. But vegans and vegetarians will have new food options this year when they cheer on the Colorado Rockies. This week, concessionaire Aramark announced a new food stand it will operate at Coors Field called Better-Off Burgers. The menu offers plant-based burgers and dairy-free milkshakes to … Read more