Sip Dram Apothecary Switchels to Boost Your Immunity
Why you should drink this traditional beverage—made with local ingredients—right now.
This Virus Isn’t The Problem—We Are
How our collective lack of empathy has been laid bare by COVID-19.
Meet the Woman Leading the State’s Innovation Response Team
Sarah Tuneberg has been using her experience in public health and emergency management to help guide Colorado into its new normal.
3 Local Services Improving the Lives of Carless Denverites
If you’re nervous about getting rid of your pollution-spewing ride, these local resources for vehicle-free residents will ease your mind.
Quick and Easy Ways to Update Your Home
Local interior designers share their best tips for improving your home, no matter your budget.
What Makes Third Culture’s Mochi Muffins and Doughnuts So Heavenly?
The Bay Area transplant’s mochi treats marry Eastern and Western techniques and ingredients.
6 Pantry Staples Local Food Pros Can’t Live Without
From hot sauce to pretzels, stock your cupboards with these secret weapon ingredients.
Why It’s More Important Than Ever to Support Colorado Growers, Producers
Just as diners need to support Centennial State restaurants right now, chefs—and consumers—need to do the same for our farmers and makers.
6 of the Wildest Records Set on Colorado 14ers
The tall tasks include some agile dogs and a group of peanut pushers.
This Boulder Athlete Is a Becoming a Rock Scrambling Star
Kyle Richardson is setting records on some of Colorado’s most famous terrain.
4 Reflections About Colorado Life in the Time of COVID-19
Just weeks into our forced hibernation and several days before Governor Jared Polis would declare April our “lost month,” we asked writers from around the state how the novel coronavirus had changed their respective worlds. Here are their stories about life in the early days of the global pandemic.
The Importance of Home
A letter from the editor of 5280 Home‘s June/July 2020 issue.
Room We Love: An Eclectic Dining Room in Highlands Ranch
A once ho-hum dining space gets infusion of style and color inspired by its owner’s far-flung roots.
Could You Ever Live in an Accessory Dwelling Unit?
Denver architect Nate Jenkins tells the tale of his adventures in designing—and then living in—his own contemporary carriage house.
3 Vegan Recipes That Even Carnivores Will Love
Veg out with these seasonal recipes from the team at South Broadway’s Somebody People restaurant.
We Found, We Love: Summer Cocktail Accessories
Spritzer, frosé, fizz, or mule—no matter your drink of choice, these toast-worthy accessories will amp up the style of your next at-home happy hour.
Support African Artisans Through This Front Range Home Goods Company
Westminster–based Zeal Living brings stylish home decor and jewelry from all over Africa to Colorado.
A Steamboat Springs Farmhouse That Soaks up the Views
The center of a family home in Steamboat Springs makes much of the high-country views—and the people who take them in.
Tour a Chic Carriage House in Platt Park
An artist and her craftsman husband build a secondary unit on their property that meets all of their needs—and looks good, too.
Everything You Need to Know About Building an ADU
Before you map out plans for an accessory dwelling unit on your property, it’s important to know the ground rules. We asked city experts and design pros for advice to help you chart a course to the backyard dwelling of your dreams.
A Picture-Perfect Midcentury A-Frame Renovation
Architectural photographer David Lauer’s handsome midcentury home in the Lynwood neighborhood is photo-ready after a stick-to-the-footprint restoration.
Design Finds: The Coolest Carousel in Colorado
Boss Architecture’s principals revisit their revolutionary design that turned a vintage carousel into the crown jewel of Thornton’s Carpenter Park.
The Ultimate Boulder Backyard Makeover
From the outside in, this serendipitous home renovation is a good reminder to always be nice to your neighbors.
15 Brilliant Minds Shaping the Way Denverites Live
Meet a group of forward-thinkers who are transforming our city into an architecture, real estate, and decorating mecca.
Denver Remains Under Curfew as Protests Continue Downtown
Denver reacts as citizens across the country protest the killing of George Floyd in Minneapolis.
The Inventing Room Dessert Shop Opens for A Summer of Spectacular Sweets
Chef Ian Kleinman’s new reservation-only format delivers a small group experience and extraordinary treats.
ICYMI: Ten Stories from May that We’re Still Talking About
Restaurants open, graduates celebrate, and moths descend. Here’s some of the Centennial State’s biggest stories this month.
Control Group Productions Launches In-Car, Immersive Theater Tour
The upcoming tour, CAVALCADE!, will take viewers on a dance- and theatrics-filled parade through Denver—all from the safety of your own car.
How 3 Local Asian Restaurants Are Coping During the Pandemic
Owners and operators share challenges, including anti-Asian harassment and the risks of reopening for dine-in service.
Are Liability Waivers Part of Our New Normal? Denver Lawyers Weigh in
As businesses open their doors, Coloradans are being asked to sign a lot more waivers. Is this temporary, or will it be one of COVID-19’s enduring legacies?
National Virtual Dinner Series Spotlights Local Farmers, Purveyors, and Producers
Pros from Colorado and beyond discuss pandemic-related challenges and solutions during the Good Food Media Network’s online conversations.
Concert Benefiting Colorado Music Relief Fund Features All-Star Lineup
Dave Matthews, Big Head Todd & the Monsters, the Lumineers, and Jack Johnson are among the big-name acts that will play during Banding Together on May 30.
Shaped By COVID-19: A Restorative At-Home Session with Lacuna Yoga
Wake up your mind and your body with this 30-minute yoga session led by Lacuna Juice and Yoga cofounder Megan Whiteside.
High School Seniors Plan for College—in the Middle of a Pandemic
Choosing which college to attend is hard enough. The class of 2020 is making those decisions with the added uncertainty and stress of a global health crisis.
Sanitas Brewing Co. Reopens This Weekend After Shutting Down Roving Beer Truck
The Boulder brewery is refocusing on expanded outdoor seating after its beer vehicle was parked by the Colorado Liquor and Tobacco Enforcement division.
How Colorado Companies Are Getting Back to Business
Face masks, disinfectants, and plenty of personal space: Business owners across the metro talk about reopening their doors and keeping their customers safe.
What A-Basin Looked Like on Day One of Its Reopening
Face coverings and physical distancing rules were in place, but delightfully few skiers were on the slopes.
12 at Madison Will Not Reopen
Jeff Osaka closes his fine-dining restaurant in Congress Park while planning to reopen his more casual spots.
Where To Find Colorado Restaurants Open for Dine-In Service
Takeout for pick up and delivery is still available, but these local spots are also welcoming patrons into their dining rooms and open-air spaces.
The Show Doesn’t Go on at Denver School of the Arts
For Denver School of the Arts seniors, their final performances are the pinnacle of their time there. This year’s class, however, never got its close-up.
Taking Your House Hunt Online? Here’s What You Need To Know About Virtual Tours
Real estate experts say virtual tours are here to stay, but experiencing a house online is very different from seeing it in person.
Deep Roots Winery Bringing Frosé and More to RiNo This Summer
The family-owned business will move into the former C Squared Ciders space shared by Bierstadt Lagerhouse on Blake Street.
Colorado Restaurants Can Reopen for Dine-In Service On May 27
Bars that don’t serve food are to remain closed but will be evaluated in June.
Clinica Colorado Provides Telehealth Services to Undocumented Immigrants
CovidLine is a free, bilingual telehealth hotline people can call to speak with volunteer doctors and medical students if they are experiencing symptoms of COVID-19.
More New Markets and Restaurant Reopenings For Your Takeout Needs
An Asian-inspired pop-up in Boulder, beloved Denver ice cream shops, and new summer cocktail options are just a few of the delicious options.
5280 Wins General Excellence at the 2020 City & Regional Magazine Awards
5280 was again named the best big-city magazine in America as it took home six awards, including its first ever honor for Online Excellence.
What You Need to Know About the 2020 Farmers’ Market Season
A guide to when Colorado’s markets are opening and what safety guidelines you must follow when shopping.
Great American Beer Festival Goes Virtual For 2020
The professional beer competition will take place, and other activities may include at-home beer and food pairing deliveries and virtual conversations with brewers.
Denver Chef and Podcaster Launches Minga Provisions
Eric Chiappetta is slinging superior giardiniera and pickles—and collaborating with local chefs—so we can have something fun to eat during this not-very-fun time.
Mango Mango Dessert Reopens in Virginia Village
The Hong Kong-style sweets shop is back in business.
Got Cannabis Questions? Call Leaf411
The free hotline is staffed by cannabis-trained nurses ready to answer (almost) all of your marijuana- and hemp-related questions.
Local Microgreens Grower Moves To Retail To Stay In Business
Mountain Man Micro Farms will bring its tasty, nutritious greens straight to your door.
Evergreen Artist Julie Leidel Will Donate 50 Percent of Her May Sales to the Red Cross
The painter, who has depicted more than 75 Colorado landscapes and attractions in a style inspired by the Arts and Crafts Movement, hopes to spread positivity while contributing to coronavirus relief.
This is Not a Good Time for a Campfire
Forests are dry and firefighters face perilous conditions due to COVID-19. As we look toward the long weekend, it’s more important than ever to heed fire restrictions and think twice about putting smoke in the air.
What Colorado Restaurants May Look Like This Summer
There will be expanded al fresco seating, eight feet between tables, and no outdoor games or live music through Labor Day at least.
How One Family-Owned Restaurant Is Coping During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Little India is busy feeding frontline and essential workers and scraping by on takeout sales, but it’s barely enough to keep employees on payroll.
Shaped By COVID-19: The Rebel Workout’s At-Home Session
This upper body burner led by the Rebel Workout co-owner Melissa Levy will test your shoulders and back with a little cardio sprinkled in just for fun.
First Descents to Offer Adventures for Frontline Health Care Workers
While programs for young adults experiencing cancer or MS are put on hold, the Denver-based nonprofit is launching a new initiative to get health care workers fighting COVID-19 outdoors.
Can Entrepreneurs Solve the Urgent Problems Amplified by the Coronavirus?
Denver-based X Genesis is bringing more than 10 enterprising individuals together virtually to help them create companies to respond to the global issues that have become more pressing amid the current public health crisis.
Explore Kirkland Museum’s Virtual Exhibition of 45 Iconic Chairs
Denver’s Kirkland Museum of Fine & Decorative Art invites us to pull up a chair at its new virtual exhibition of eye-catching and important seating designs.
Beleaguered Colorado Hospitality Community Continues Helping Others
Local groups are doing their parts to feed and assist grocery and healthcare workers, the unhoused, the unemployed, and others in need during the pandemic.
Spirited Awards Honor Colorado Bars When They Need It Most
These Colorado bars and bartenders are some of the best in the country.
How to Build the Ultimate At-Home Bar
Happy hour can’t come soon enough these days, making now the perfect time to upgrade your liquor stash.
Calls to Colorado’s Child Abuse Hotline Have Dropped—And That’s Not a Good Thing
With school closures and stay-at-home orders keeping mandatory reporters at a distance, vulnerable children have fewer ways to get help.
What Losing PrideFest In-Person Means for Denver’s LGBTQ Community
From the financial to emotional impact, Denver’s LGBTQ community reacts to PrideFest being moved online in the wake of the COVID-19 outbreak.
The East Area Plan Is Igniting Debate About Denver’s Development and Growth
In East Denver, the city’s Neighborhood Planning Initiative has stirred intense controversy. How will the battle among YIMBYs, NIMBYs, and even the QUIMBYs (we’ll explain) impact the future of the city?
La Cour Art Bar on South Broadway Will Not Reopen
The cozy French bistro and jazz club never drew big crowds, but garnered its own devoted community of music and cocktail lovers.
Top Chef Winner Hosea Rosenberg Is Fighting For His Daughter’s Life
A live auction on May 30 will raise funds for Sophie’s Neighborhood, a new foundation established to help save the toddler from a rare genetic disease.
Fishers Peak State Park Now Open for Partial Access
Coloradans can now get a glimpse of the state’s newest park near Trinidad.
New Restaurants and Reopened Classics Doing Takeout Right Now
These spots will satisfy your cravings for everything from soup dumplings and hot dogs to grain bowls.
10 Don’t-Miss Curbside Cocktails to Order Right Now
From Steuben’s loaded hurricanes to Bar Helix’s Aperol spritz slushies, these drinks from Denver’s best bars will surely brighten your day.
New Relief Fund Awards $163,000 in Grants to Independent Restaurant Employees
The program established by the Colorado Restaurant Foundation’s Angel Relief Fund hopes to give out a total of $1 million this month.
These Coloradans Have Found the Silver Linings in Staying Home
Eight Coloradans share the things—big and small—that they’ve learned to appreciate about lockdown life.
Learn How to Bake Bread with Grain Home School
The Colorado Grain Chain’s virtual series include classes on crafting heirloom wheat sourdough and gluten-free baking. Plus, where you can purchase heritage flours and grains.
Local Custom Furniture Maker Pivots to Design Homeschool Desks for Kids
Homeschooling parents: You can finally get your kitchen table back with this easy-to-assemble desk.
Colorado Hospitality Industry Rallies For Their Own Around Mental Health
The Culinary Hospitality Outreach & Wellness program (CHOW), as well as other initiatives by local restaurant groups, are here to help during this stressful time.
Colorado’s Mountain Weather Stations Are Getting a Major Upgrade
The weather forecasting units used by meteorologists and pilots will get cameras this summer, making Colorado’s mountains a safer place to fly—and recreate.
Shaped By COVID-19: Recovery Day Brought To You By StretchLab
Give your body a break with this 25-minute full-body stretching session from StretchLab Cherry Creek and Cherry Hills owner Dina Silverman.
A Local Artist’s Greeting Cards Make Social Distancing a Little Less Lonely
Denver-based illustrator Lana Effron turns trying times into a new collection of cards you can send to family and friends—without ever leaving the house.
Denver Beer Co. and the Clinic Partner to Capture Carbon Dioxide
Why it matters that the brewery’s recycled greenhouse gas is helping to grow cannabis.
Western Slope Farmers Forge On Despite Losing 90 Percent of Peach Crop
A mid-April frost may have destroyed the bulk of the region’s peaches, apricots, and cherries, but the harvest season will still bring fruit to Front Range markets.
Top Colorado Musicians, Athletes, and Chefs Come Together for Colorado Gives Back
The Lumineers, OneRepublic, Jewel, and Nathaniel Rateliff will headline today’s live stream benefit concert, which benefits MusiCares and the Colorado Restaurant Association.
This Gifting Platform Helps You Connect With Loved Ones From Afar
From sweets and flowers to live DJ sessions, this platform can help you find a one-of-a-kind, locally made gift that will lift the spirits of your mom, grandma, graduate, or anyone who needs it.
Hickenlooper vs. Romanoff: U.S. Senate Primary Ballot Is Now Set
The once-crowded Democratic field has narrowed to two men, who will square off in June for a chance to defeat Sen. Cory Gardner in November.
New Pop-Up Produce Markets Make It Easy To Buy Local
You can get your favorite seasonal veggies, flowers, bread, meal kits, and more at these farm stands and virtual markets.
Project Angel Heart’s Dining In For Life Raises More Than $190,000 in Private Donations
The annual fundraiser typical relies on a portion of restaurant sales, so the amount raised exceeded the nonprofit’s expectations.
Fish N Beer in RiNo is Now Selling Wood-Fired Burritos
Burro Rito is a two-week pop up from the team behind Tacos Tequila Whiskey, featuring mission-style burritos with a few signature twists.
Biju’s Little Curry Shop Is Closed For Good
The beloved Berkeley restaurant served its last meals on March 15.
Fun Virtual Culinary Events in May to Keep You Connected
Learn about Burmese cuisine, sip natural wines while listening to psychedelic funk, pair dinner and a culinary film, and much more this month.
Meet the Local Maker: Cordelia Smith of Formulary 55
The founder of the Pueblo-based bath and body product company shares how she creates unique scents and offers her top picks for Mother’s Day.
Despite Stay-at-Home Orders, April Was Still (Mostly) a Seller’s Market For People Looking to Buy
While plenty of local real estate stats took a dive in April, prices held steady and houses were still being sold (even faster than before).
Face Masks Are Now Required in Denver—Here’s What That Means
To prevent the spread of COVID-19, Denver residents and visitors are required to wear a face covering in public spaces until further notice. Here’s what else we know about the city’s gradual reopening as stay-at-home orders begin to ease.
Colorado Is Home to 6 James Beard Foundation Award Finalists This Year
Thoughts from the chefs, restaurateurs, and producers who made the prestigious 2020 shortlist.
Denver’s Slow Food Nations Festival Canceled for 2020
Slow Food USA, the nonprofit dedicated to “good, clean, and fair food for all,” shifts focus to virtual connection and supporting local communities.
This Colorado Doggo Has Hit More Than 5,000 Summits
With her human companion, Cap Dashwood, by her side, Chaela Choani-Meré has hiked every day for the past two years—and the duo isn’t slowing down yet.
Where to Order Mother’s Day Goodies for Pick Up and Delivery
These local restaurants, bakeries, and breweries will ensure that your mom feels properly appreciated.
How 3 Local Fashion & Beauty Manufacturers Are Helping Fight Coronavirus
These Colorado makers are transitioning their usual production to create masks and hand sanitizer—with a portion of the supply going directly to frontline workers.
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with the Rio’s Big Tex Margarita Recipe
Enjoy one—or two, but to honor the restaurant’s famed limits, no more than three—on May 5.
Shaped By COVID-19: Fitness In The City’s At-Home Workout
Challenge your legs and your lungs with this high intensity interval training session from Fitness In The City.
The First Legal Sports Bet in Colorado: Which League Will Return to Play First?
Sports gambling is now legal in Colorado, but with no games to bet on, we had to get creative. Here are our wagers as to when local sports teams will be back.
How to Maintain a Healthy Relationship During a Global Pandemic
A side effect of stay-at-home orders seems to be a rise in divorce rates. We spoke with local relationship experts to find out how to keep the love alive while trapped with your partner.
Can the Paycheck Protection Program Really Save Independent Restaurants?
The limited availability of loans and strict guidelines associated with them have many local business owners worried that government relief won’t save their restaurants.
No, Fraud Isn’t Rampant in Colorado’s Mail-In Voting System
President Donald Trump has cited security concerns for why widespread mail-in voting doesn’t work. But the Centennial State has proven that, with the right system in place, fraud can be prevented and turnout can soar.
Denver Food Writer Adrian Miller Talks Barbecue on PBS’s Somewhere South
Miller tours eastern North Carolina barbecue joints with chef Vivian Howard on the show’s series finale, which airs tonight.
17 Free (Or Super Cheap) Virtual Things to Do This May
From online classes to virtual beer tastings—and even live circus performances—there are plenty of free or donation-based happenings to keep you entertained at home.
ICYMI: Five Feel-Good Stories from April (Plus the Biggest Headlines)
There was plenty of news to keep up with—and even more stories to make us feel good about the Centennial State.
11 Simple Tips for Safe Grocery Shopping
No, you don’t have to sanitize each and every food item you buy when you get home, but wearing a mask at the store is a must.
How to Virtually Engage in Colorado Theater
From new play readings to behind-the-scenes access, these local theater companies are making it easy to experience theater online in the age of COVID-19.
Terminated Employees of Colorado’s Old Chicago, Rock Bottom Restaurants Stuck In Limbo
As Craftworks Holdings, Inc. reopens select restaurants, veteran staff express frustration and hope.
How To Stow and Fix Your Winter Adventure Gear
As summer beckons, Colorado’s outdoor experts share their wisdom on cold-weather gear care and storage—from backcountry beacons to base layers and ski boots.
As Some Businesses Plan to Reopen, Coloradans Say They’re Hesitant to Visit Them
While the safer-at-home phase of Colorado’s coronavirus response allows for retail businesses and personal services to reopen with restrictions, some Coloradans say they don’t feel comfortable patronizing them.
These Industries Are Hiring Now in Colorado
Even as unemployment claims hit unprecedented numbers both in Colorado and nationwide, some businesses are staffing up.
Jealous Streak: Transportation Ideas We Wish We’d Thought of First
But that doesn’t mean we can’t riff on them now.
Meet Denver’s Transportation Chief Eulois Cleckley
The executive director of the Department of Infrastructure and Transportation is tasked with modernizing Denver’s transit system (no small task). Here, he weighs in on the city’s goals, challenges, and more.
5 Big Ideas to Transform Denver’s Infrastructure
We spoke to transportation experts and mobility advocates about how we might create ideal infrastructure—you know, if money wasn’t holding us back.
How Denver’s Public Transportation Projects Do (and Don’t) Get Funded
From potholes to medians and bike lanes, we break down who’s responsible for building and maintaining Denver’s multimodal transportation network—and why we can’t pay for it all.
The Transportation Challenge: Can You Change the Way You Move?
Three 5280 staffers set out to do just that. Did it work—and will we be able to keep it up?
Does Denver Have What it Takes to Be a Great Bike City?
The local cycling community has a vision with energy—and some money—behind it. But Denver’s bike infrastructure remains inconsistent and unconnected. What would it take to make that change?
The Commuter Shuffle: How a Shifting Population Impacted Denver’s Traffic
Colorado’s population is growing, and as a result, we’re often putting more distance between work, home, and play. This makes planning for the future a bit like fortune-telling.
RTD Is In Crisis—What Went Wrong?
RTD wanted to transform how people in the Denver metro area get around. But more than 50 years after it began, most people still drive, pollution persists, and the agency is in crisis. I went back to its beginning to find out how—and when—the problems started.
Memory Lane: What Traffic Looked Like in Denver More Than a Century Ago
Take a ride through Denver’s traffic snarls over the decades.
Losing Racines Feels Like Losing Family
As the 36-year-old Denver restaurant readies itself to close in January 2021, its regulars are already mourning the loss.
Vail Resorts Offers Discounts for Pass Holders Looking to Renew
The rebates are based on how many days skiers and riders were able to use their pass during the 2019–20 ski season.
Is Retail the Key to Restaurant Survival?
Restaurants and food halls of all sizes are selling groceries, but whether the new offerings are making a difference varies from business to business.
Seven Days of Art
A week’s worth of creative prompts to jumpstart your artistic career, break through your block, or just give you a reason to color inside (or outside) the lines.
In the Era of COVID-19, the Skies Can Be a Lonely Place to Work
United Airlines flight attendant Nicholas Engen takes us inside America’s eerily empty airports and airplanes.
A Steamboat Springs Pharmacist Focuses on Serving His Community
In an era of anxiety, Matt Johnson wants to provide a sense of calm for his customers.
A Denver Imam Navigates a Virtual Congregation During COVID-19
Since the novel coronavirus put everyday life on hold, Imam Muhammad of Masjid Al-Shuhada has been working hard to keep his community connected and supported.
How Jared Polis Balances Governing and His Family During a Pandemic
Between phone calls and interviews, Colorado’s governor still finds time to make dinner with his family and walk the dog.
This CU Professor’s Research Could Hold a Clue to Treating COVID-19
Dr. Mercedes Rincon has studied a relatively obscure molecule that’s often present in the lungs of COVID-19 patients for nearly three decades.
One Day in the Lives of 14 Coloradans in the Midst of a Pandemic
On April 16, 22 news outlets across the state joined together to report on the impact of the pandemic on Coloradans. Here are some of those stories.
Work & Class Is Still Serving Square Meals, Stiff Drinks at Fair Prices
With its sister restaurant, Super Mega Bien, shut down, the Larimer Street restaurant struggles with a new reality.
What Will COVID-19 Mean for Colorado’s River Culture?
The shadow of the novel coronavirus, which already forced the cancellation of Salida’s 71-year-old FIBArk Whitewater Festival, hangs over the Arkansas River Valley’s biggest season.
COVID-19 Adds Anxiety for Immigrants With Already Uncertain Futures
In the era of COVID-19, DACA recipient Marissa Molina must manage even more fear about what tomorrow holds.
In the Time of COVID-19, Supporting Local News Is More Important Than Ever
Many Coloradans are rallying to support local restaurants, retail outlets, and service workers—let’s add local newsrooms to the list.
National Jewish Is Now Testing for COVID-19 Antibodies. Here’s What You Need to Know
We spoke with Jay Finigan, a pulmonologist at National Jewish Health and director of the Respiratory Centers of Excellence, to find out more about the test, who should get it, and if a positive result indicates immunity.
