Casey Taylor | Westbound & Down
As Culinary Director at Westbound & Down Brewing, Chef Casey Taylor blends global corporate experience with Denver fine dining. Having launched 68 restaurants worldwide, he now drives flavor innovation at the brewery, creating unique dishes, working with local farms and leading the culinary program for Westbound & Down’s four locations. Learn more: Westbound & Down […]
Brett Gard | TStreet Roadhouse
Brett Gard is a classically trained French chef with more than 12 years of culinary experience and a passion for creating memorable dining experiences through technique, creativity, and collaboration. Born in Canton, South Dakota, Brett discovered his love for the culinary arts while attending culinary school, where the intensity of the kitchen—the pace, the fire, […]
Chef Ricardo Miron | Toro Latin Kitchen + Lounge
Born in Veracruz and classically trained in world-renowned kitchens, Chef Ricardo leads Toro’s culinary team with both passion and precision. Drawing on his roots and global experience—including time spent at Tán in New York—he brings bold, ingredient-driven pan-Latin cuisine to our Cherry Creek kitchen. His innovative vision honors tradition while elevating each dish, inviting guests […]
Savina’s Mexican Kitchen
There’s something timeless about a meal made with care. At Savina’s, every dish begins with the recipes Grandma Savina brought to life over 53 years ago. Her award-winning green chile, savory mini rellenos rolled by hand each day, and tortillas made right before your eyes are still at the heart of the menu. Our cocktails […]
Fogo de Chão
Brazilian Cuisine in Denver Fogo de Chão Denver is located in the historic LoDo District, just one block south of Union Station. The restaurant seats over 300 guests with four private rooms as well as a Fireside Lounge. Fogo elevates the centuries-old cooking technique of churrasco – the art of roasting high-quality cuts of meat […]
Aloy Modern Thai
Thai Cuisine in Denver Aloy Modern Thai weds the culinary experience of modern Thailand and Colorado with locally sourced, slow-cooked Thai cuisine crafted by some of Bangkok’s best chefs. We welcome you to learn, explore, and eat some of the best Thai food in Denver. For a truly unique, fresh, and healthy culinary experience, come […]
Devin Rachles | Joy Hill
Executive Chef Devin Rachles discovered his passion for food growing up in rural Florida, where time in his great-grandfather’s garden and weekends at barbecue competitions sparked a lifelong love of cooking. He began his culinary career at 17, working in kitchens across Florida and developing a style influenced by Southern traditions, global flavors, and seasonal ingredients. […]
Geoff Cox | Cimera
Deeply rooted in the Denver food scene, Cox is classically trained and highly regarded for his meticulous research and thoughtful approach, drawing on time-honored techniques such as brining, curing, and fermentation, paired with an emphasis on research and creativity. His culinary philosophy centers around three core principles: technical excellence, seasonal ingredients, and personalized experiences– all […]
JohnDavid Wright | Rougarou
Hailing from Chattanooga, Tenn., it was there that JohnDavid Wright got his start in the kitchens of several hallowed fine dining halls of the South. After eventually working his way up to Executive Chef of The Flying Squirrel, he then took flight for new adventures out west, landing in Denver. With a Western resume that […]
Bennett Caldwell |
Tavernetta Denver
Born and raised in Baton Rouge, Louisiana (Geaux Tigers and Who Dat!), Bennett got started in restaurants at the age of 19 as a busboy, which eventually led to serving, bartending, and working banquets at a couple of restaurants around his hometown. He discovered a love for the industry while shucking countless oysters, boiling thousands […]
