Saturday, November 21, 2009

LoHi Steakbar details

A couple of months ago I wrote about the LoHi Steakbar on this blog and I do intend to add this new restaurant and bar to the next edition of my Moon Denver guidebook. For now, get more details on the place from this Denver Post article:

http://www.denverpost.com/search/ci_13818153

Friday, November 20, 2009

Denver's 2010 Art Biennial

I referenced the upcoming and first ever Denver Art Biennial in the Arts & Leisure chapter of my Moon Denver guidebook, and here is a Denver Post article with a little more on what to expect, maybe:

http://www.denverpost.com/search/ci_13802178

Saturday, November 14, 2009

Starz Denver Film Festival

I included the Starz Denver International Film Festival in my Moon Denver guidebook's Art & Leisure chapter. The 32nd annual festival opened this weekend with the much-talked about "Precious" and the schedule has lots of big name stars, films and many filmmakers with a Denver connections. With the snow falling, it's a perfect weekend for a movie or two...or three or more.

Friday, November 13, 2009

Marriott's Second Home Kitchen & Bar in Denver's Cherry Creek District

Of course I included the JW Marriott in my Moon Denver guidebook, but I don't think I really recommended it. Well, now I do! I had a chance to tour a suite and nosh on appetizers at the Second Home Kitchen & Bar. First the suite: did I see two bathrooms? Wow. Amazing views of the mountains, downtown, Cheesman Park, walking distance to great Cherry Creek shops and such a spacious room, or make that rooms with an 's'. The patio with cozy outdoor modern fire pit is the best for a chic night out. I cannot wait to go back and make a meal of those sweet potato chips and dip! The homemade tater tots were to die for--all of it as advertised, delicious and just sophisticated enough comfort food. I will be adding Second Home as its on restaurant listing in my next edition.

Denver's Union Station

In my Moon Denver guidebook I talked about Denver's Union Station as the anchor of the LoDo neighborhood. I also referenced the history behind this architectural gem, which has been greatly reduced since its heyday. Here's a local news item about how one of my favorite local preservationists, Dana Crawford, is trying to restore some of the grandeur:

http://www.denverpost.com/pennyparker/ci_13775850?source=rsshomecol

Wednesday, November 11, 2009

Denver's sunrises

Good Morning! I just had the pleasure of watching a stunning Mile High City sunrise. While I have no idea if there is a place talking about pretty sunrises and sunsets in my Moon Denver guidebook, it seems worth sharing here at least. It's a reminder of our wide open skies and with our cold autumn mornings the colors are spectacular.

Tuesday, November 10, 2009

Gates Planetarium tip

Here's a real life insider tip for anyone who goes to Gates Planetarium to see a show: no late admittance whatsoever. We showed up 3 minutes late on a very busy Sunday at the Denver Museum of Nature and Science and were told it's against fire code to allow anyone in the darkened theater. Good to know when planning a visit! In fact, you should be there at least 10 minutes early. People line up even when it's not sold out.

Saturday, November 7, 2009

more Denver Arts Week

Definitely go to www.denverartsweek.com to find $52.80 deals on hotels such as the Oxford, the Curtis and more that I included in my Moon Denver guidebook as well as restaurants like Duo in Denver's Highlands neighborhood or Il Posto that are participating as well. The schedule of participating events is huge and the weather is perfect to soak up the culture of the Mile High City this weekend.

Wednesday, November 4, 2009

Denver Arts Week

While still a fledgling annual event, Denver Arts Week is about to launch its 3rd year and I'm hearing about lots of interesting deals, discounts and freebies that are tie ins to the Mile High City's cultural scene. I did write about Denver Arts Week in the pages of my Moon Denver guidebook but honestly had been unaware of its first two years, so this year I'm looking forward to exploring.

For starters, check out C & H Glassworks in the Denver suburb of Lakewood, www.chglassworks.com, where you can see glass blowing demonstrations this weekend, Nov. 6-8. I would love to see a little glass orange pumpkin made--and can even buy one for 10% off or enter to win a $100 gift certificate. Watch the artists at work and tour the gallery.

Over at the Children's Museum of Denver, which is one of the Sights in my Moon Denver guidebook, get in free on Sat., 11/7 from 5-10 p.m. (a little late for kiddos, but okay) or get a $1 off admission when you bring in new or gently used art supplies. Check the schedule for different daily art themes throughout the week.