Antony Bruno

3 weeks ago | 5280.com | Mark Antonation |Antony Bruno

If après-ski is the party you enjoy after a day of skiing, what do you call the party at the end of the ski season? In the Vail Valley, one strong contender is the Taste of Vail. The 34-year-old food and wine festival takes place April 2–5, just two weeks before Vail Mountain’s projected closing day of April 20.

1 month ago | 5280.com | Jessica Giles |Antony Bruno

Let’s face it: Your first glass of wine was probably Barefoot pink moscato, not a Chateau Lafite Rothschild. But when you are ready to reach for wine on a higher shelf, it can be difficult to decide what bottle is best. With so many varietals, regions, vintages, and producers to wade through, Googling your way to wine knowledge can feel futile. Instead, let the professionals guide you through the vast world of vino at one of these Denver-area classes.

Jan 15, 2025 | westword.com | Antony Bruno

In the city's ever-evolving food scene, some dishes have made a particularly memorable mark. In this series, we're digging into the stories behind these signature dishes and breaking down how they're made. Last week, we highlighted Restaurant Olivia's French onion ravioli. This week, another French onion-filled dough takes center stage. As one of the hottest local food trends of 2024, dumplings are having a moment in Denver. It’s easy to see why.

Jan 14, 2025 | westword.com | Antony Bruno

Six years after opening the highly popular and successful Leven Deli in Golden Triangle, proprietor Anthony Lygizos and his team opened the first of two planned expansions, Leven Supply, on Monday, January 13 at 300 East Alameda Avenue near Wash Park. Leven Deli made its mark with naturally leavened sourdough breads that serve as the foundation for classic deli sandwiches featuring a range of house-prepared meats, mustards, pickles and spreads.

Jan 8, 2025 | westword.com | Antony Bruno

January 14 marks five years since Restaurant Olivia made its debut in Wash Park and over that time, it's racked up a lot of honors including becoming a staple on our best Italian restaurants list and nabbing the Best of Denver editor's pick for Best Pasta in 2022.