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  1. On a more immediate note, I find myself at 285 and Wadsworth tomorrow evening due to a lacrosse game . . any suggestions of must eats in or aorund that area since we never travel south of Denver for food?

    Thai Bistro on Kipling and Bowles (5924 S. Kipling St.)

    Cafe Jordano (Italian) on Kipling and Jewell (11068 W. Jewell Ave.)

    or...if you want down and dirty, but extraordinary Mexican food in a setting that barely rises above a burger barn, then go to El Azteca on Federal and I don't know what the cross street is. It's about half a mile south of Hampden on Federal on the east side of the street.

    -Lori

  2. La Panda II, on Main Street in Longmont, serves authentic Mexican-style tacos (as opposed to the crispy-shelled American versions). Carnitas, lengua, barbacoa, adobada, carne asada -- all the yummy taqueria specialties. Menudo on weekends, if you're one of those people.  And they serve horchata!

    There are now at least three tortillarias in Boulder, all of which sell a product that is superior to the grocery-store variety. Fluffy fresh flour tortillas, great stacks of warm corn tortillas. Tortillaria Rey is on Valmont just west of 30th, south side of the street. Las Americas Tortillaria is on north Broadway in the 4400 block. And there's one in the strip mall on 28th south of Valmont, tucked in betwee the Asian grocery and the Afghani's store (which sells excellent olive oil, but that's another thread).

    Oh my god, I'm so with you on both La Panda II and Las Americas! I just wrote a "Longmont for Food lover's" story for Sunset, and after trying the fresh flour and corn tortillas at Las Americas, I don't see how I could ever purchase them elsewhere. The salsa was spectacular, too. And the tamales. I'm still swooning. They actually have two branches in Denver, which is great news to those of us who don't live near Longmont.

    Other favorite Mexican joints of mine:

    Tacos Y Salsas on East Colfax, especially for their soft corn tacos. Terrific salsa bar, as well.

    El Mercadito on Federal and 32nd-ish. Both a taqueria and Mexican grocer.

    Jack -n- Grill; not Mexican, but New Mexican with stellar posole, green chile, and that intoxicating corn in a cup doused with butter, hot sauce, Parmesan cheese, and lime juice.

    -Lori

  3. The burrito I had at lunch was good enough that I do want to try dinner, to see if it might actually be worth the trek.

    Stephen and I had dinner there about a month ago, and loved it -- especially all of their salsas, which were unbelievably good. If we're all going to gather for another dinner, I highly recommend we convene there. I'm not sure, however, if they take reservations, but I would think it's a possibility for a large group.

    edited to add I'm referring to Casa de Mina in Erie

  4. I'm good for anytime except June 17-21, and I nominate either Dalat or New Saigon, both of which are Vietnamese and on South Federal in Denver. I adore dim sum, but weekend mornings aren't great for us, since Stephen and I have a four-year old, and it's more difficult to get a sitter in the am.

    Jack-n-Grill would be fun, too.

    -Lori

  5. Mongo--

    Have you tried Left Hand and Tabernash Brewery in Longmont? I stopped in their tasting room as part of a story I'm writing for Sunset (Food Lover's Longmont) , and I was very impressed with their beers. I opted for the taster sampler -- six pours for $6. There's also a restaurant affiliated with the brewery and tasting room, on Main Street in Longmont, and the food is quite good. Nice patio, too.

    -Lori

  6. I'll never forget when I was in Edinburgh about seven years ago having dinner at an Indian restaurant. Having spent two years living in London and frequenting corner curry houses at least twice a week, I thought I had subjected my tongue to just about every level of heat possible -- and I'm a sucker for throat-defying, fire-flamed food. So, when I went to this Indian restaurant in Edinburgh, I had no qualms about ordering my dishes "hot." Our server set our plates down, smiled smugly, and three or four other servers walked over to join him. I took one bite of my vindaloo (which, by the way, I don't find hot in the slightest at Indian restaurants in America), and it was as close to death as I've ever felt. All of the servers began to laugh, while I suffered -- suffering that endured for at least 20 minutes. To this day, I have absolutely no idea what the hell they put in that vindaloo, but it was the single most horrifyingly hot dish I've ever eaten -- and the only one that I've not been able to eat. That said, I think by and large, Thai fare is the world's hottest cuisine, but since it plays off the sweet, sour and salty as well, it seems to always strike a balance. I love hot food, but only when I can still take in the flavors.

    -Lori

  7. LM  good to hear you are going to do a look at the dining scene in Denver.  I enjoyed your reviews  in 5280. 

    colestove

    Thanks! I'd been at 5280 for nearly five years, and while I think it's a great magazine, it was time for me to make a change, and I think AvdGolfer has tremendous potential, especially since we're pushing it toward a more lifestyles-oriented publication. It's been a good move.

    -Lori

  8. I hate golf, but this might actually make me buy a golfing magazine.  :biggrin:

    Besides culinary advice, maybe I'll pick up enough tips to actually be able to beat a six-year-old at putt-putt.

    I've never played golf in my life, which makes it rather ironic that I'm writing for a golfing magazine, but avid golfers are avid eaters, and one of these days, I'll follow in the footsteps of my father and swing a club. Maybe.

    By the way, I'm always on the lookout for terrific undiscovered ethnic joints, so if you (or anyone else) happens to come across a place that really stands out, do tell. I adore Yummy Yummy on East Colfax and Ursula, especially the larb, which puts all others I've eaten to shame, including Lotus of Siam in Vegas (which I also love). I assume you've been to Jack-n-Grill, which has just expanded and added a liquor license. Woo hoo!

    All sorts of interesting changes, too, on the dining front. 2004 is going to be an interesting year for Denver restaurants.

    -Lori

  9. ...Lori Midson (formerly of 5280) also has a knack for sussing out the good places (she posts on another site and writes for some golfing magazine now).

    Thanks for the nice words -- and it's Colorado AvidGolfer Magazine. Look for a dining feature on Denver's restaurant scene in the February issue. It won't be as in depth as the Dining in Denver features I wrote for 5280, but I expect it will get people talking...

    -LM

  10. Suvir--

    Add to your list of Indian choices Masalaa and Maruti Narayan's. Masalaa is strictly vegetarian, and located in a non-descript mall hall on Parker Rd and 225, and Maruti's is just down the street--neither have any decor to speak of, but the staff at both is gracious. A new Indian restaurant just opened in LoDo called India House, and in terms of decor, it far surapasses any Indian restaurant in the city, including Bombay Clay Oven. It just opened a month ago, and it's still getting its sea legs, but I enjoyed it enough on my first visit to return.

    -Lori

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