Denver had its first snow last week, and news is a decades-old pizza place has finally updated its menu. One of the state’s beloved dim sum places opened with a gift to help support local animals, and there are some tasty and festive things popping up on menus around the city. Also make sure to check out the latest episode of Chef’n It, out now.
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The 411
A Pizza Place Menu Makeover
For over 40 years Anthony’s Pizza & Pasta has served up New York-style pies all over Denver. But now, with 17 restaurants and franchises, it finally did a major update on the menu. Not only does this move bring consistent pricing and items across the business, but at some locations prices actually lowered. The reason for the change, said a spokesperson, was to increase value and simplify the guest experience.
Dumplings for Dogs
You may have noticed the growth of Nana’s Dim Sum, which now boasts eight locations from Colorado Springs to the newest in Longmont. What makes the last opening stand out is how the group donated the opening-day proceeds to the Longmont Humane Society.
Denver to New York, a New Chapter Begins
After five years, The Greenwich, in Denver’s RiNo neighborhood, announced a change in ownership. Beginning January 1, founder Delores Tronco will pass the reins to Drew Davis, a longtime New Yorker and recent Denver transplant with over a decade of restaurant experience. Tronco, in turn, plans to return to New York City.
“I came to Denver in 2020 with a heavy heart, still mourning the loss of my New York restaurant and the dreams I had for my life there,” said Tronco, in a press statement. “From that grief, The Greenwich was my way of trying again, a love letter to New York City and a home for the Denver community. Five years later, I’m ready to return to the city that has always held my heart.”
She added she remains grateful for her team and executive chef Luke Miller. Davis bring experience in both front and back of house, including roles at Momofuku, The Alinea Group, and BL Gruppo.
New Chef at The Art Hotel
The ART Hotel Denver, Curio Collection by Hilton announced news of Edward Morris as the property’s new executive chef. Most recently, Morris led the banquet culinary team at Hilton Denver City Center. Originally from Honolulu, the chef’s culinary philosophy is rooted in cultural diversity and authenticity. His career spans leadership positions at Moana Surfrider, A Luxury Westin Resort & Spa, where his Hawaii-inspired steakhouse concept became a local favorite and earned the top ratings in Waikiki, and at DB Restaurant Group, where his inventive, locally inspired menus garnered multiple “Best Restaurant” awards.
At The ART Hotel, Morris will oversee all culinary operations, from the restaurant FIRE to the hotel’s banquet and event system. Chef Morris also brings extensive knowledge of wine, boasting a personal cellar of over 450 bottles.
On the Menu
Pancakes For All
Snooze, an A.M. Eatery has a new winter menu filled with cozy lattes and a decadent new pancake flavor. We’re talking Sticky Toffee Pancakes with house-made espresso-date mascarpone and candied orange zest. On the drink side, look for peppermint hot chocolate that can be spiked to your liking, a warming gingerbread latte, and another hot cocoa with caramel and hazelnut.
Holiday Cocktails
Now through December 31, look for holiday cocktails at Apple Blossom. Located inside the Hyatt Centric Downtown Denver, the team serves up housemade eggnog, a mulled wine with Sazerac Rye, and a gingerbread bourbon cocktail with Apple Jack, Amaro Nonino, and Coco Lopez, which comes with cookies on the side.
More Festive Drinks
Ring in the holidays with festive winter cocktails at LoHi’s swankiest distillery-turned-cocktail bar, The Family Jones Spirit House. Guests can enjoy freshly-made Coquito, a horchata and coconut cocktail with Mo Jones Rum, or the Hot Toddy, made with Juniper Jones Gin, quince liquor and lemon juice.
New Menu Items In Boulder
Cozobi Fonda Fina, chef Johnny Curiel’s Boulder concept, kicks off the season with a number of additions to the menu. Enjoy the Frijoles Con Veneno (refried black beans, chorizo rojo, salsa de chiltepin, and crema de rancho), the Aguachile De Hamachi (Japanese Hamachi, blood orange, crispy leeks, chile piquin), Huachinango A La Veracruzana (Baja Red Snapper, olive tomato broth, roasted lemon rice), and more.
So Much Brunch
Like brunch? From December 25 to January 1 join FIRE inside The Art Hotel for a holiday feast. Savor prime rib Benedict, fresh seafood, pancake stations, and decadent desserts. View the full menu here, it’s going on from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
