He’s got the genes and the killer instinct, and at age 18 cyclist Taylor Phinney is a good bet to medal in Beijing. But more important than any Olympic hardware for the prodigy is that, after radical brain surgery, his dad—the legendary Davis Phinney—is back in the saddle.
Every year, new winners are drafted into 5280’s Top of the Town, while others are traded out. These champs, though, are playing for keeps.
We scoured the city to come up with nearly 200 deserving winners that make Denver such a killer place to live.
This Colorado fruit always comes out on top.
The owners of Green Fine Salad Co. know how to do summer right—cocktails, roasted veggies, glassware, and all.
Authentic Italian in Telluride.
Would he become a dad, or another deadbeat statistic? One man’s journey to an unexpected fatherhood.
Barbecue super-chef Steven Raichlen dispenses grilling advice.
Night rafting paints Colorado’s waterways in a whole new light.
Seven local chefs divulge their picnic wisdom.
A Denver man’s crazy plan to ride his fixed-gear bicycle across the country.
A new glass for discerning beer drinkers.
The season’s coolest suds.
Our 50 favorite ways to savor the season in Colorado.
Forget the sandbox—real construction equipment awaits.
Twenty-plus years of casual-meets-fashion with Fresh Produce.
A Japanese staple gets another taste.
O’s Steak and Seafood Innovation in Westminster
