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Hike We Like: Zapata Falls

Discover a waterfall hidden in the belly of a mountain at this enchanting year-round hike near Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve.

Can the Mountain Collective Pass Survive in Colorado?

The limited ski pass is still alive amidst the Ikon-Epic duopoly. But with only one local offering, it’s unclear if the Mountain Collective can keep pace in Colorado’s competitive ski-scape.

Ash'Kara

Ash’Kara Is Open in LoHi

Chef Daniel Asher and Culinary Creative Group are serving playful, contemporary Middle Eastern food at their vibrant new restaurant.

3.2 beer

So Long, 3.2 Beer. We’ll Miss You.

On January 1, full-strength beer will be sold in grocery and convenience stores across Colorado for the first time. It’s the end of an era—just ask my dad.

Denver’s Top 10 Cultural Moments of 2018

What a year! Here, snapshots of 2018—cultural trends, midterm elections, the Big Scooter debate, and more—through the lens of 5280 coverage.

Our Most Popular Adventure Stories from 2018

From how to plan the perfect summer hut trip to a beginner’s guide to skiing, here are 5280‘s best stories about adventuring in and around Colorado.

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The 10 Tastiest Dining Stories of 2018

From the best places to eat, brunch, and booze in Denver to one editor’s meal-kit conversion, here are our best and most-read food stories from 2018.

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Denver Has Some of the Country’s Worst Stadium Food

ESPN culled some 16,000 food-safety reports and the results are in: Pepsi Center, Coors Field, and Broncos Stadium at Mile High rank among the worst venues for high-level violations.

First-Timer’s Guide: Georgetown

We know you’re in a hurry to get to the mountains come Saturday morning. But instead of zooming past, take exit 228 for Georgetown, a quaint and historic mountain town with a lot to offer.

Meet the CU Professor Nominated for a Grammy

You’re likely to recognize all of the tracks on the compendium of works that earned University of Colorado Boulder’s Don McKinney a chance to win one of the most coveted awards in music.

A Beginner’s Guide to Hitting the Slopes

Don’t be intimidated by Colorado’s preeminent winter sports. Follow our step-by-step guide to getting started with skiing and snowboarding, and you’ll be shredding fresh pow in no time.

10 Locally Authored Books for Your Colorado Bookshelf

Centennial State writers kept busy this year. Whether you’re looking for history, suspense, romance, or memoir, these 2018 releases are sure to satisfy the bibliophile in all of us.

Design Destination: Lady Jane

If chilly temps have you longing for a getaway to Palm Springs, pop into this new cocktail bar in LoHi. Its California-cool style will warm you right up.

Meet Denver’s Art Concierges

These curators are connecting Colorado’s emerging artists to local businesses—and in the process, making Denver’s public spaces a whole lot more inspiring.

The 2018 Home of the Year: Traditional

Revamping this century-old Cheesman Park estate teaches a lesson: Teamwork makes the (design) dream work. The pros behind this reno tell us how they brought this iconic Denver home back to life.

The 2018 Home of the Year: Modern

A top-to-bottom renovation gives a disheveled Highland Victorian a modern floor plan and breezy vibe that belie its age.

This New Technology Will Help CDOT Manage Avalanches

The Colorado Department of Transportation is using infrared bi-oculars to help with avalanche mitigation at night, hoping to prevent high-mountain passes from being buried during the day.

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Après-Everything

A letter from the editor of the December 2018 issue of 5280.

How to Be a True Anti-Racist

University of Colorado Denver education professor Cheryl Matias built her career helping prospective urban teachers fight racism. Now she wants to bring her ideas to the mainstream.

Restaurant Review: Corrida

Feeling flush? Corrida’s expert service, innovative tapas, and costly steaks are worth every penny.

Skiing & Booze: Does Colorado Have A Drinking Problem?

Centennial Staters love their après-ski almost as much as they love skiing itself. But has the thrill of the party surpassed the joy of the adventure? Inside the culture of drinking that permeates our great outdoors.

The 5280 Holiday Survival Guide

December is fraught with the potential for poor decision-making in Colorado: ill-fated travel plans, gear you buy as a gift for her that’s really for you, pot edibles as stocking stuffers. Don’t let bad ideas mar all the merriment. Use this manual to avoid 16 common missteps and find better ways to enjoy whatever you happen to be celebrating this month.

Mile High Musts: Dio Mio

Pasta comes in all shapes and sizes, but at Dio Mio, they’re serving up some of the best plates in Denver. It’s no surprise that it’s on 5280‘s 25 Best Restaurant’s list and, of course, a Mile High Must.

Mile High Musts: ChoLon

The French onion soup dumplings at ChoLon Modern Asian Bistro are no secret in Denver, but they’re so good we just had to name them a Mile High Must.

Mile High Musts: Wynkoop Brewing Company

In 1988, Governor John Hickenlooper and three of his friends had a dream: to make really good beer. Thirty years later, the craft beer industry has exploded, but Wynkoop Brewing Company is still here brewing some of Colorado’s best.

Mile High Musts: Huckleberry Roasters

When Huckleberry Roasters began in a backyard garage in 2011, few probably expected it to become a full-fledged national roasting company. But over the past seven years, that’s just what it’s done.

Mile High Musts: Rhein Haus

Ever wanted to visit the land of lederhosen, beer, and bratwurst without having to travel too far? Well, here in Denver, Rhein Haus is the perfect spot.

Mile High Musts: Downtown Art Gallery and Axe Room

The veteran-owned and operated Downtown Art Gallery and Axe Room is serving up and “axe-citing” activity for Denver residents these days. Here’s why it’s undoubtedly a Mile High Must.

Nearly 300,000 Acres of Public Land Are Inaccessible in Colorado

According to a recent report, millions of acres of federal public land across the West are “landlocked” by private property holdings. And here in the Centennial State, there are unique barriers to opening up more land for recreation.

6 Hot Drinks to Cozy Up With Right Now

From hot chocolate to chai to turmeric tonics, these soothing sippers are just what you want when the flurries begin to fly.

Mile High Musts: El Five

El Five is a restaurant rock star, with talent, brains, and beauty. In addition to being one of 5280‘s 25 Best Restaurants, here’s why we named it a Mile High Must.

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First-Timer’s Guide: Silverthorne

If you’ve been treating Silverthorne as a mere outlet-mall shopping destination or a quick rest-stop on the way to Vail or Breckenridge, it’s time to take another look.

Another RiNo Alley

Mile High Musts: River North Arts District

The River North Arts District (RiNo) has come a long way over the past several years. Here, we take an insider’s look at why it’s a Mile High Must.

Hike We Like: First Creek Trail Near DIA

Despite its proximity to the noisy interstate and the ever-busy DIA, First Creek is a reprieve from the hustle-and-bustle—and a perfect layover for weary travelers and suburbanites alike.

My Father’s Final Gift

When it came to preparing for the end of his life, my father planned for the worst, knowing that would be best for me.

118 Years Ago, a Denver Teen Was Publicly and Brutally Murdered

In November 1900, Preston “John” Porter Jr. was accused of raping and murdering a 12-year-old girl, and as punishment, was burned at the stake. Now, local activists are working to commit his memory—and that of others lynched at the turn of the 20th century—to the public record.

Dior

The Making of Dior: From Paris to the World

5280′s fashion editor went behind-the-scenes as curator Florence Müller and the Dior Héritage team unboxed some of the haute couture gowns that will be on display at the Denver Art Museum starting November 19.

Mikaela Shiffrin

Mikaela Shiffrin Reboots for Race Season

As the World Cup season heats up, the 23-year-old Colorado native is more excited about racing than she has been in quite some time.

Moringa

Meet Moringa, Your New Obsession

The duo behind Moringa Infusions is fighting malnourishment, one bottle of sweet sipping vinegar at a time.

A Blue Wave Crashes Into Colorado in the 2018 Midterms

Colorado Democrats had a lot to celebrate on Tuesday night, as the party swept every statewide race, picked up a congressional seat, and flipped the state Senate. But the shift wouldn’t have been possible without a swell of support from young, independent, and female voters.

Colorado Veterans Project

5 Ways to Spend Veterans Day Weekend in Denver

This Veterans Day is extra special, as it coincides with the 100th anniversary of the end of World War I. Here are just a few ways that Denverites can honor those who served in the armed forces this weekend.

Colorado Midterms

What We’re Watching in the Colorado Midterms

There’s a lot at stake in the 2018 midterms, which is already the most expensive election in Colorado history. Here are eight key storylines we’ll be watching.

Let’s Talk About Home Brewing Beer

Did you know Learn to Homebrew Day was a thing? Well it is, and it’s this Saturday, so we sat down with a local home-brewer to talk about making beer.

Amazon’s 4-Star Store Is Now Open in Lone Tree

The multibillion dollar company still hasn’t announced where it will open its new headquarters, but it is unveiling a brick-and-mortar store in the Park Meadows mall on Thursday, November 1.

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