Jose Vilchez Avila
Malinche Audiobar
Chef Jose Vilchez Avila, a Mexico City native, has left an indelible mark on the culinary landscape, earning two James Beard Award nominations for Best Chef: Mountain region in 2022 and 2023, garnering acclaim for his innovative approach to Mexican cuisine. Beginning as a partner and chef at Machete Tequila + Tacos, he quickly rose […]
Black+Haus Tavern
Welcome to Black+Haus Tavern, the ultimate destination for unforgettable moments in Downtown Littleton and Downtown Parker. As your go-to gathering spot, we pride ourselves on being locally owned, boasting a Chef-driven scratch kitchen, and offering an array of craft cocktails. With our Chef’s creative menu, an impressive wine selection, and an extensive array of over […]
Ted’s Montana Grill
Ted’s Montana Grill was founded in 2002 by environmentalist Ted Turner and award-winning restaurateur George McKerrow. Known for its made-from-scratch, classic American cuisine, the menu includes ranch-raised bison and premium beef selections, iconic burgers, hand-cut, aged steaks in its on-premise butcher shop, all-natural chicken, fresh seafood, salads with locally-sourced ingredients, hand-crafted cocktails, bourbons, local beers, […]
Colorado Restaurant Foundation and Its Impact on the Community
As a pillar of the Colorado community, the Colorado Restaurant Association (CRA) takes pride in supporting initiatives that strengthen our local fabric. One such initiative is the Colorado Restaurant Foundation (CRF), an organization dedicated to enhancing the restaurant industry’s training, education, career development, and overall well-being.
The Colorado Restaurant Foundation Apprentice Program: A Pathway to Culinary Excellence
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UCkfXWSDldA&t=1s Introduction The Colorado Restaurant Foundation (CRF) has been a pivotal part of Colorado’s dynamic culinary scene, providing programming and resources to help restaurant workers advance and thrive. Through its innovative Apprentice Program, the CRF is nurturing the next generation of culinary talent while enriching Denver’s dining experiences. Dive into the details of this program, […]
Yoon Terry
Wild Taco
Wild Taco is a culinary-driven concept that originated from a professional friendship between the COO, Yoon Terry and the CEO, Rico Aragon years ago in Vail, when the two worked together at various Vail restaurants. The friends’ culinary paths would cross again in 2022 when they realized they shared a vision to bring a unique […]
James Doxon
Great Divide Belmar
Chef James Doxon is the Culinary Director of VIBE Concepts, the largest local hospitality group in Colorado. While growing as a Chef, James traveled around Europe learning flavors and techniques from various chefs and their cultures. He was nominated for a James Beard Award at the age of 24 and considers it part of his […]
Beth Ginsberg
Trompeau Bakery
Beth Ginsberg began her career in food service in 2004 with the launch of Singapore-based New York City Bagel Factory; the company distributed fresh-style bagels and cream cheese to the South East Asian market. After many years living overseas, Beth moved back to the United States and settled in Denver to be near her family. […]
Natalie Thiede
Teachers’ Lounge Food + Drink
As Executive Chef at The Slate Denver, Natalie Thiede oversees all food and beverage operations for the 251-room hotel, located inside the historic Emily Griffith Opportunity School in downtown Denver, including the on-site restaurant – Teachers’ Lounge Food + Drink – and the banquet and catering space. Natalie found her interest in food at a […]
Dave Hadley
Samosa Shop
A graduate of the Culinary Institute of America, chef Dave Hadley draws inspiration from the Southern Indian and global fare grew up eating. Hadley has worked at Bangkok’s two- Michelin star GAGGAN, noted as the best restaurant in Asia and the fourth best in the world in the 2019 list of the World’s 50 Best […]
