This is her third nomination and first win, beating fellow Denver chef Johnny Curiel, who was also nominated in the same category. The post Penelope Wong of Yuan Wonton wins her first James Beard Award appeared first on Denver Westword.

Kiros blames her opponent, Diana DeGette. The congresswoman says she wouldn't stop Kiros from making the "mistake" of campaigning with Piker. The post Who canceled Hasan Piker’s Denver rally with Melat Kiros? appeared first on Denver Westword.

The highly anticipated vegan restaurant will open its doors on June 27. The post Mother Other is ready to make you eat your vegetables appeared first on Denver Westword.

The Colorado Renaissance Festival in Larkspur has officially opened its gates. These are some of the most stylish people we saw at opening weekend. The post The best outfits we saw at opening weekend of the 49th Colorado Renaissance Festival appeared first on Denver Westword.

Twenty bucks can buy you tickets to a baseball game, rides on roller coasters, a night at the drive-in and more. The post Bucket list bargains: Ten can’t-miss Denver activities that won’t break the bank appeared first on Denver Westword.

These cafes showcase the sense of community that define Denver's coffee scene The post The 10 best coffee shops in Denver right now appeared first on Denver Westword.

This spud's for you! The post Latest document dump includes half-baked UFO sighting over Colorado appeared first on Denver Westword.

"Creation is always spiritual. It's connecting with something beyond yourself." The post Q&A with Ziggy Marley: 432 Hz, Spirituality, Red Rocks and Bob’s legacy appeared first on Denver Westword.

In the thick of a statewide drought emergency, what's with all the water use? The post Data centers, golf courses and fountains: Denver water restrictions, explained appeared first on Denver Westword.

The folk legend played two shows this weekend. The post The boxer hasn’t left the ring: Paul Simon lights up Red Rocks appeared first on Denver Westword.

The Bow Mar dispute should force a larger conversation about how we maintain, manage and design the roads and bridges that we rely on. The post Commentary: Public roads need public solutions appeared first on Denver Westword.

Denver also gained a pair of zero-proof bars. The post Every opening and closing this week: One chain leaves, another reappears appeared first on Denver Westword.

Plaintiffs argue that a state law banning female genital cutting but not male circumcision violates the state's 1972 Equal Rights Amendment. The post Lawsuit wants male circumcisions outlawed in Colorado appeared first on Denver Westword.

Have soaring flight costs ruined your dreams of an aesthetic European vacay? Fear not, these six spots around Denver offer all the Euro vibes. The post European Staycation: Save on airfare at these Denver aperitivo hot spots appeared first on Denver Westword.

"If the city's goal is to attract people to come here, and they see an amusement park? That's amazing." The post For your amusement: Joe Palec is ready to take you for a ride appeared first on Denver Westword.

Peek inside this 1891 Victorian farmhouse, now on the market for $1.6 million. The post This Montclair home is an artist’s dream house…if artists were rich appeared first on Denver Westword.

Treat dad to brunch, a bourbon-paired dinner or an evening of family entertainment. The post The Best Dining Specials on Fathers Day in Denver appeared first on Denver Westword.

Singer Just Tat Em doesn't care, just as long as you're having fun. The post The Instagram enigma: Just Tat Em is coming to Denver appeared first on Denver Westword.

From the band's days in Aspen to shenanigans with Hunter S. Thompson, NGDB has a lot to talk about. The post Nitty Gritty Dirt Band reflects on 60 years of music before final Colorado run appeared first on Denver Westword.

Regardless of the outcome of the Miami-Dade superintendent selection, my commitment to leading Denver Public Schools, our students, staff, families, and the important work ahead remains unchanged." The post Denver Superintendent Alex Marrero is a candidate for top schools job in Miami appeared first on Denver Westword.

The James Beard-nominated owner of Yuan Wonton is one of 11 chefs developing a new in-flight menu for United. The post From food truck to 35,000 feet: Penelope Wong takes Yuan Wonton to the skies appeared first on Denver Westword.

Patrick Lee Apostol shot and killed Zackary Smith in 2020. The post Shooter of Denver guitarist convicted of second-degree murder appeared first on Denver Westword.

A viral "predator catching" group filmed a private investigation in Longmont on June 9. The post To catch a conflict: Longmont police condemn child predator hunters appeared first on Denver Westword.

Lighthouse Writers Workshop was one of 40 recipients of the newly developed Literary Arts Fund ahead of LitFest, June 12 through 19. The post Lighthouse Writers Workshop gets national boost ahead of LitFest appeared first on Denver Westword.

A death led to the band's resurrection. The post A ’90s Denver band is returning with a vengeance appeared first on Denver Westword.