Author: Teresa Farney
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Veteran-owned Sushi Mori brings artful sushi to Colorado Springs | Table Talk
In late November, Liyan Jin, a U.S. Army veteran, opened Sushi Mori at 4980 Edison Ave., in a newly constructed building in the parking lot in front of Asian Pacific Market. Jin designed the modern, minimalist space herself, anchored by a long sushi bar along the back wall. Her sushi chef brings 30 years of…
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Hidden gem burger spot worth the trip to Cañon City
Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save Tired of chain burgers? Check out Big Burger World, 1205 S. Ninth St., Cañon City. Never heard of it? Neither had we. When a friend learned we were heading to Cañon City for a day trip, they tipped us off about the hamburger heaven. Apparently,…
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New boutique bakery opens in Castle Pines showcasing small-batch treats, gifts
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Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save Gretchen Harrison opened Alice + Kate Boutique Bakery at 572 E. Castle Pines Parkway, Castle Pines, April 27. The cozy little shop showcases Harrison’s assortment of small-batch, hand-made caramels, chocolates and macarons, as well as a curated selection of gifts. Most of the party supplies…
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Speedier concessions lines, new menu items on tap at Coors Field this season
Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save Spring is here, and nothing says “Goodbye winter!” more than heading to Denver to see the Rockies take on the Tampa Bay Rays on April 5 in their first home game of the season. And when the gates open to fans at Coors Field, be…
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New hot chicken eatery opens this week in Colorado Springs
Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save The grand opening for Dave’s Hot Chicken at 1286 Interquest Parkway near Scheels Sporting Goods is 10:30 a.m. Friday. Jay Hafemeister and his father, Jim Hafemeister, partners in JH Foods Ltd., bring the fast-growing chicken franchisee to the Springs. They are also longtime owners of…
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Colorado Springs get taste of Korean Fried Chicken and tips for making it at home
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Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save Recently, three Korean fried chicken eateries have landed in Colorado Springs: Bonchon (tagline Crunch Out Loud!), 92 Chicken (tagline Flavorful Chicken) and Angry Chicken, which does not have a tagline but describes its version as “Innovative Korean Street food.” If you’ve not experienced Korean cuisine,…
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Colorado Rockies opening day eats offer something for everyone
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Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save America’s favorite pastime returns to Colorado on Thursday, April 6, when the Rockies hit the diamond at Coors Field for their first home game of the Major League Baseball season. The new season brings new culinary delights prepared by Aramark Sports + Entertainment, the hospitality…
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Colorado Springs chef, caterer has goal of owning a food truck business
Jolhea Muhammad-Payton made a vow when she was 15 to learn a new skill, get a certificate, or earn a new type of licensing. At 35, she has amassed an impressive list: International hairstylist, phlebotomy, X-ray technician, medical assistant, medical billing and coding, certified nursing assistant, cardiopulmonary resuscitation, class-A truck driver, travel agent, airline ramp…
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Colorado celebrates the arrival of Palisade’s peaches
Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save Just saying “Palisade peaches” brings a smile and a sigh to most Coloradans. It’s summer’s reward from the Western Slope where the delectable, juicy fruit is grown. The region’s high-altitude sunny days and cooling nighttime breezes cause the sugar in the stone fruit to concentrate…