Lisa Jhung Dishes “The Dirt on All Things Trail Running”
5280 caught up with Lisa Jhung, author and trail-runner extraordinaire, to chat about her favorite trails near Denver and her personal post-run nutrition habits.
Ask a Chef (Roaster): Tamas Christman of Dragonfly Coffee Roasters
Ask A Chef is a part of an ongoing series in which 5280 poses a single question to a local culinary luminary.
Autism, Parenting, and Marriage: One Couple’s Journey
Doug and Leslie Gustafson, the husband-and-wife team behind Authentic & True counseling in Lone Tree, talk about keeping their marraige strong while raising a child with autism.
Hike We Like: Mayhem Gulch Loop
This 4.7-mile “lollipop loop” offers sensational views of Clear Creek Canyon, as well as the opportunity to spot elk and other local wildlife.
Has Dudley Brown Finally Gone Too Far?
The polarizing gun advocate has apparently decided that alienating some key allies is a worthwhile strategy.
Order Bittersweet’s Almond Parfait
In a market where desserts feel increasingly uninspired, Natalia Spampinato’s parfait is a must-order.
Denver’s Best Neighborhoods
What makes a neighborhood amazing? We dug into the data—home prices, crime stats, school quality—and factored in intangibles such as proximity to parks, public transit, restaurants, and cultural attractions to find the most livable spots in the Mile High City. You might be surprised at what made the list.
Our Top Charitable Picks for April 20-26
Get Involved is a weekly series pointing readers toward community-oriented events, volunteer opportunities, and good causes in Colorado.
Photos: Denver-Based Artistic Duo Lights Up The World
Creative couple Katy Flaccavento and Zachary Gillerlain are looking outside for inspiration. Check out images of their extraordinary work.
Denver Dispensaries: A Beginner’s Guide
Shops to visit, whether you’re looking to experiment or just highly curious (pun intended).
Summer: Colorado’s Other High Season
Summer tourism to the high country’s most sought-after winter destinations is experiencing an unprecedented boom. If you haven’t made plans to head for the hills when the weather warms, you should do so right away. Here’s why.
How to Make Your Eyebrows Pop
Denver-based makeup artist Stephanie Klasse offers tips to spruce up any brow type.
Cannabis Cup Highlights Marijuana’s Latest Products, Policy Developments
As legalization churns along, numerous issues are slowly but surely being addressed.
Boulder Event Urges Us to Connect with the Great Outdoors
This daylong symposium, hosted by MeSimple, is a reminder to stop, breathe, and take in our surroundings.
What to Expect at Denver Flea, From Veteran Vendors
One warehouse, 103 vendors, 10,000 attendees, hundreds of locally made products, craft beer, cocktails, live music—the Denver Flea is back.
Denver Rents Are Going Up Way Too Fast
We already know that rents are high in Denver—but you might be surprised at just how quickly they’re rising.
Art In Bloom
This is part of a weekly series published fresh on Thursday mornings.
Eggs Benedict, a Few Ways
In honor of National Eggs Benedict Day, we revisit the controversial history of America’s favorite brunch dish (and recommend where to order it).
House Hunters
What $500,000 buys you along the Front Range.
Popcorn Adds A Bunch of Crunch
The whole grain lands on dishes both savory and sweet.
Two Moms In The Raw Launches A Cookbook
This is a healthy—and delicious—boost to your cookbook collection.
Pressed For Time, Foodies? There’s A Box For That
The latest in convenience trends brings new meaning to phrase “lunch box.”
Eat Cheap: Early Bird Restaurant
The Westminster restaurant offers breakfast from a chef’s point of view.
Best Bites: Punch Bowl Social’s New Menu
The South Broadway eatery’s refabbed selections shake things up.
How To: Make Queso Fundido
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with a cheesy dip from Los Chingones.
Restaurant Review: Cart-Driver
Cart-Driver isn’t just any pizza place—it’s a virtually flawless one.
Archaeological Crusades
Unleash your inner Indiana Jones at Utah’s Cedar Mesa, where X never, ever marks the spot.
How Big Head Todd and the Monsters Became A Colorado Legend
After almost 30 years together, the band reflects on its travels, its luck, its support—and a whole lot of hard work.
Local Nonprofit Provides Alternative Therapies for the Physically Disabled
The Chanda Plan Foundation has been improving the quality of life for those with long-term permanent disabilities for a decade.
Lunch Biz: Devil’s Food’s Mouth-Watering Sandwiches
Put this Wash Park spot at the top of your lunch list.
When Is the Best Time to Walk Around Downtown?
Not a fan of crowds? You might want to avoid downtown Denver on these busy days.
By the Numbers: Bhakti Chai
The Mother Lode
Find your way to the perfect Mother’s Day present (or at least to where you can buy it).
The Omnivore’s Outtake: White Tablecloths At Bistro Barbès And (Barely) Beyond
What the uncovering of tables says about Denver’s dining scene.
Skill(et) Set
A personal chef opens a casual cooking school in Boulder.
Culinary Cornucopia
Good food, great brews, and sweet city views: How LoHi’s new Avanti Food & Beverage is making the food court cool.
Say Yes to the Camisole
A wedding dress designer unveils a line for the honeymoon suite.
Destination Known
Three ensembles that will have you looking sharp at your favorite Denver hot spots.
Elitch Theatre’s Lost Treasures
Recent construction at the Historic Elitch Theatre uncovered relics from the past.
Rock Star
From river rocks to sidewalk slabs, local sculptor Michael Grab uses stones to test the laws of gravity.
Travel And Outdoors in the April Issue
Here’s what you’ve been missing if you haven’t picked up the current issue of 5280 magazine.
The Guide to What’s New on Tennyson
With all of the new restaurants on Tennyson Street, this funky little strip is set to become an avenue of eats.
Neighborhood Guide: Wash Park West
This is part of a monthly series on 5280.com about Denver’s niche, new, and veteran neighborhoods.
The Accidental Senator
Michael Bennet’s brand of politics—moderate and pragmatic—is what many believe Congress needs. So why isn’t he more excited about being there?
Sleep in the Clouds
The Broadmoor’s newest expansion pairs luxury accommodations with mountain views.
Where To Buy Your Plants This Spring
Our picks for the Front Range’s best pop-up plant sales, plus tips for making the most of them.
Tamayo’s Test Kitchen Subject Is…Guadalajara
Urban Homesteading in the Mile High City
From growing fruits and veggies to raising chickens, goats, and bees, we show you how to make the most of your backyard this summer.
Hike We Like: Chatfield State Park’s Paved Trails
The area offers plenty of flat paths—conquerable even by toddlers—and enviable bird watching.
The Secret Life Of Bees
A Boulderite’s beekeeping workshops take the sting out of stress.
Habitat Forming
Learn how to nurture nature at the revamped Johnson Habitat Park.
For the Graduate
Three gifts for high achievers.
Shh, An Old Person is Talking
The two-minute commencement speech you’ll actually want to hear.
Get Involved: OpenWorld Learning
OpenWorld Learning’s summer Tech Camps ensure that kids without computers at home still stay on pace in the classroom.
