Loaded Episode today. 5 F+B members from across the Metro area talking about why the Restaurant Relief Act is imperative to the survival of local, independent restaurants. The community has been up in arms about the current legislation being lobbied in City Hall. Will FOH workers be taking a pay cut? Is there a way to help BOH without affecting FOH…

On today's episode presented by MERAKI Cannabis, we are recapping CB's vacation... and all the bites n sips he enjoyed along the Pacific. Sprinkle in some nautical expeditions and we've got ourselves a Pirate Podcast. In addition to that, Kip was slaying the Denver Pop Up scene last night & he gives a recap of the best bites from the week that was.…

On today's podcast presented by Olympia Rare Foods & Wagyu Den, Kip hops on the digital podcast to chat with Food & Wine Magazine's Senior Drinks Editor Prairie Rose. Prairie has a long and elustrious career working in the wine & cocktail industry. She's earned accolades for her blog & podcast "Bit by a Fox" and is gearing up for her first Food & W…

On today's episode presented by Wagyu Den & Olympia Rare Foods we chat for a hot minute Best Bites of the Week Restaurants Worthy of a Road Trip New Dinosuar Themed Digs in Denver RINO BID removes the Pedestrian Paths Best Super Bowl Snacks to Score Points Local Pop Up Deserves Their Flowers Thats it. We take some baby shots at the Federal Administ…

On today's episode, we sit down with Grant Gingerich, 20 year restauranteur to talk menu costs, service charges & the state of the industry. Grant is not just a restauranteur, he's a commercial RE owner as well. We have em join us to clear the air around rising costs in the hospitality industry. He has implemented service charges on his menu's/tick…

On today's episode presented by Wagyu Den and Olympia Rare Foods, We Recap the Week that Was. Best Bites of the Week SnowDay Snacking Kip's Sunday Funday with a bunch of rockstars Lunar New Year Parties Around CO Friendly Priced Date Nights (LOCAL) Tune In on your way to work or what have you. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreake…

On this episode of the podcast, we recap the Beard Foundation's SemiFinalist nominees and the litany of Colorado's representation across a multitude of categories. In addition, we recap Kip's HH program with EatDenver, talking about labor costs, food costs, legislation that has hindered small business growth and how the community can help small bus…

On today's episode, Kip has hit the wall but CB ate well in the neighborhood... lets recap a week of eats. Caloric intake is at an all time high as is Kips angst and anger... Enjoy the Travel recap and thoughts on the current state of affairs. Also, shoutout the hospitable folk of Alabama. The Early Bird Special hasn't hit this hard in years. Becom…

On today's podcast presented by OLYMPIA RARE FOODS & THE WAGYU DEN, we sit down in the newly renovated location of Cart Driver pizza to talk with Executive Chef Louie Betrus to talk about the long time coming, the return of one of Denver's best eateries. We talk with Chef Louie about his upbringing (Shout out Jets Pizza) and how he chose the kitche…

On today's episode, presented by Connect For Health CO ( YOU HAVE 2 DAYS TO ENROLL IN INSURNACE) we recap the best bites of the week that was, as well as talk about some ski snacks and hypothetical cuisine collabs, tune in! -Best Thing to Eat After Skiing -Hidden Gem in Wheat Ridge -LOHI Fastball -Ghost Kitchen Dankness -Perfect Pop Up Collab -Smid…

you have one week to get health insurance. go to connectforhealthco.com to see what options are available to you! First episode of Season 7 is a goodun. We recap best bites from the Holidays, Kip throws shade on Atlanta & we both had a big time over the New Years run. Sprinkle in some New Year resolutions & goals.. we're off to the races for 2025! …

On today's podcast, one of the final ones for 2024, we sit down with our presenting sponsor's representative Jessalyn Hampton from Connect for Health Colorado. Insurance has been a hot topic of conversation since......yeah, so we wanted to dispel some of the rumors about Health Insurance as well as talk about the misinformation swirling around the …

On the final episode of our series "Tenure in Denver" where we sit down with long standing Chefs in the community, we chat with Chef Dana Rodriguez of Work + Class, SMB, Carne & Casa Bonita, we talk about the trials and tribulations of trying to run a restaurant in this economy and community. Dana and Kip chat about the pains the city of Denver dis…

On today's podcast presented by CONNECT FOR HEALTH COLORADO (Open Enrollment from now until Jan 15th. Get Insurance), Kip & CB recap the week that was. Holiday Party Behavior Aspen Recap Truffle Oil Hurts My Heart Denver loses a hospitality institution Get ready for Thursday's pod. Hope everyone has a great week, finish the year on a bang. Don't fo…

On today's episode presented by Connect for Health Colorado (OPEN ENROLLMENT LASTS UNTIL JAN 15th), we sit down with Chef Jen Jasinski, 30 year Chef & 20 year Proprietor of Crafted Concepts. We sit down with Chef to talk about the 20 year anniversary of Rioja restaurant in Denver, CO. The Beard Winner for Best Chef in the Region has seen it all, de…

On today's episode presented by CONNECT FOR HEALTH CO (Enroll by December 15th & your insurance goes in to effect Jan 1), Kip & CB recap the weekend that was... playing host, celebrating us & eating good... Homemade Raclette, Tavernetta secrets, & where to grab a bite.. pair it with Kip's bday dinner at Sap Sua, hitting up RiverBear Meat and all th…

On the last episode of the week, presented by CONNECT FOR HEALTH COLORADO (Open Enrollment ends Jan 15th, get enrolled before it's too late), we sit down on location with Dana & Dave Query, Proprietors of Big Red F Hospitality Group. OUR APOLOGIES ABOUT THE BACKGROUND NOISE. RECORDING ON LOCATION IN A BUSY BAR IS KIP'S FAULT Big Red F has a litany …

On today's podcast presented by CONNECT FOR HEALTH COLORADO, we are breaking down the last of the 2024 Stoney Awards. We have some doozy's including Top Chef who Deserves More Recognition, Influencer of the Year & so many more... we talk some mild shit about one of the people in the community but besides that it's fairly tame.... Tune in on your co…

On today's episode presented by CONNECT FOR HEALTH COLORADO (The Online Marketplace for Health Insurance), we are running back Friendsgiving weekend & best bites from the week that was... Also, Don't Try to Eat 25 burritos in one sitting... it will ruin your stomach. If you're traveling for the holidays, this is your travel day listening & the epis…

On today's episode presented by CONNECT FOR HEALTH COLORADO, we sit down to break down the first 15ish awards from the voting on social media. We have winners for Top Lunch, Dive Bar, Cheap Taco & and all the cannabis selections also! We didn't want to make it a 2 hour episode, so we're breaking up and down the awards today & next tuesday. And ther…

On today's episode presented by Connect for Health Colorado, Kip has his first day with Eat Denver & we recap the best bites of the week.. then we get into the nitty gritty. Stoney Awards start today & voting is going down on our social media. We talk about some of the most contentious battles for the prestigious awards. Better bring your A game. R…

On today's episode presented by Connect for Health Colorado, we are starting to break down the nominating categories for this year's Stoney Awards. 20ish different categories, all up for grabs! Also, CB's dining experience along Larimer Square & Kip attended a Garlic Bread Party. Yep, you read that right... the greatest theme of any party ever. Che…

On today's episode presented by Connect for Health Colorado, Kip does a Monologue recapping the haze over the week that was... Election Things Colorado Restaurant Association HOSPY Awards Groovy Gravy's Myco Party Stoney Awards Incoming Pray for America, We're gonna need it Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/stoned…

On today's episode presented by Connect for Health Colorado (Open Enrollment Season has Begun!), we sit down with the touring Hip Hop group NAPPY ROOTS!!! These guys have been doing the damn thing for nearly 30 years & they haven't lost their fastball.. we chat about the group coming to fruition from their early days at Western Kentucky University,…

Cb's back in studio & we're recapping two weeks in Turkey!!! From Michelin dining experiences to hot air balloon travels and more, we get CB to break it all down for us. If you find yourself looking for a direct flight out of Denver to somewhere majestic with dank eats & thousands of years of history to visit, Turkey may be the place for you! Tune …

On today's podcast presented by Connect For Health CO & Seed Money Consulting, we are chatting Bourbon, Whiskey, Wine & Nerding out on some science too! We are chatting with High West Distillery's Director of Quality Control & Sensory AKA Vibes, Tastes, Flavors n Feels haha we are talking about the fire water that we love to sip on for football sea…

On today's episode presented by Connect For Health Colorado (Open Enrollment Starts November 1st, Don't Forget to Enroll), Kip traveled up to Lyons, CO to talk with Chef/Proprietor/Owner of Marigold restaurant Theo Adley. We talk about Chef's journey, from scrubbing pots & pans in London to working at some of Colorado's Top Restaurants... and sprin…

On the final episode of the week, Kip sits down with Edgewater Inn owner Niya Gingerich to talk about the state of the 71 year old restaurant & bar. Navigating the restaurant industry these days is tough, doing it while trying to recreate your dream bar (RIP Local 46) adds a new layer, doing it after the 2020 Pandemic makes it damn near impossible.…

On today's podcast presented by High West Distillery & Seed Money Consulting, Kip is rolling stag through a 20ish minute monologue... you're probably wondering why Kip is raw doggin the episodes solo & he will elaborate more! In addition to a brief intro, Kip gives a quick recap of Santa Barbara Bites, the Wine valley vibes and all the fun that was…

On today's podcast presented by Seed Money Consulting & High West Distillery... we're talking about betting on yourself & believing in your product, with Giles Flanigan from Blue Pan Pizza. Before we dive into that, we have to discuss the constant drama between "The Denver Foodie" and his former employer? partner? IMFROMDENVER and how they keep thr…

On today's episode presented by Seed Money Consulting & Pine Melon Market, we recap the news of the town (Thanks Oyster Bae) and the talks of our team... we've got tea from another situation in which a Denver Influencer strikes again and fleeces another restaurant. Also, We get the details on Wedding planning with CB & what is on the menu for the B…

Today's episode is presented by our friends at SEED MONEY CONSULTING, we're 2 weeks out from Extended Tax Time, meaning you need to have your ducks in a row if you punted from April! If you need help, call our friends at Seed Money Consulting Today's episode is a quick recap of Eve's donut excursion this weekend and then we dive in to 5280 Magazine…

On today's episode presented by PINE MELON, we have our Wedding Draft! With CB's wedding just around the corner, we had to get everyone in on the action. The draft is 5 rounds, 3 teams.. all decided by Queen Eve. -New Tradition -Old/Worst Tradition -Great Thing About A Wedding -Best Song to hear at a wedding -Destination Wedding (All Expenses Cover…

On today's episode presented by PINE MELON, we're chatting with Kristen Rouch, Executive Director from Eat Denver. We're just 2 weeks away from a week full of parties with Colorado's Top Chefs & Farms. Harvest Week is a celebration of a long summer's harvest & hard work paying off. 4 Nights of dinners and parties going down at Ironton Distillery, t…

On today's episode presented by PINE MELON market, CB is back from California wine country and has been eating to his heart's content. We recap the best bites of the weekend, which really hammers home seasonal vegetables & fresh seafood from the Pacific Coast... and that was just one of many meals to discuss. We also talk about navigating the BV ar…

On today's episode presented by PINE MELON MARKET, we recap the debate.. as painful as it was to watch, we kept hearing lies about our communities. We talk about the division caused by current day politics, what we can do to be better neighbors, voters & community members. We also get ready for a weekend of travel, bipping & bopping around Colorado…

On today's episode presented by PINE MELON, we recap the weekend of Denver Food & Wine as well as talk about the buzz in the city today! Michelin has announced their 2024 Awards and we have some takes... Hot, Cold, Hits & Misses, we chat about it all. Following our takes on the Michelin Guide, we recap the Food Festival season and our favorite bite…

On this episode presented by PINE MELON MARKET, we hop on the digital studio room to chat about hte upcoming Michelin Presentation for Colorado. From picking up stars to losing em, who is a sleeper to join the prestigious realm of Colorado dining... we chat it all. Does someone lose one? Are the Bib winners going to repeat? All that & don't forget …

On today's episode presented by Pine Melon, Kip sits down with Alexx Guerrero to talk about the Est Phestivities going down at Onieda Park all weekend! We chat about this year's line up, what guests can expect & obviously a basic plug for the Party Bus too!!! Pair that with summer travel trips, best places to stop for snacks in the U.P. and we are …

On today's podcast presented by PINE MELON, the gang is in studio for the last hoorah before moving out & up! We are recappin the week that was, with all the great eats, activities & gambling festivities. Eve & Kip would lose their head if it wasn't attached to their body. CB had a fun, normal weekend & we all ate like Kings & Queens. Food Festival…

On today's episode presented by PINE MELON, we are back in studio and we're recapping the week that was. From CB's Denver adventures in dank eats to Kip's trip through the Midwest.... we owe the Casserole country an apology. Wisconsin, Minnesota, They are AWESOME. Cheese & Meat Review Coming in HOT... and CB tore apart Denver over the weekend. He a…

On today's podcast presented by PINE MELON MARKET, we sit down with Denise Mickelson of the Colorado Restaurant Association to talk about the upcoming Denver Food & Wine festivities... We joke she is our Steve Martin, making her historic 7th appearance on the Podcast with us. We chat it up about the new look of Denver Food & Wine, with new activati…

On today's podcast presented by our friends at PINE MELON MARKET, we hop on the interweb to chat with Chef Joe Sasto. From his early days in Vegas and California to conquering the Rockies and competing in Top Chef, we talk about Chef's path to becoming the ultimate Munchie King. Recently, Mustache Joe created & released TANTOS Puffed Pasta Snack on…

On today's episode presented by PINE MELON MARKET, the gang is finally all back together in one place... we sit down to recap our favorite moments of the Olympics, as well as see what Eve has been up to! With the LA28 Olympics adding some new sports to the competition, we give our two cents on which activities/athletic competitions should be in the…

On today's podcast presented by PINE MELON, CB & Kip are back in studio chatting it up about the week that was. We give our super official movie review of Deadpool & Wolverine, as well as recap the other viewing pleasures from the weekend! Elitch Gardens on a Saturday...WOOF. Frozen Drinks on the Patio... YEP. More break in's continue to hit local …

On today's episode presented by Pine Melon Market, we sit down with Party Anmials Sam Sandt & Breezy Ritter to talk about the upcoming FizzFight on August 10th in the Sloans Lake neighborhood. 5 year hiatus since the last Fizz Fight, we're bringing all the seltzer's to the people! We learn about the background of our party planners as well as how t…

On today's episode presented by PINE MELON, we jump back on Zoom bc Kip is an idiot & doesn't know how to work with technology... -Live Music Everywhere. -Cosmic Bars Are REAL -In Awe of Olympic Prowess -Community's Funniest "Gold Medal" skills All that & more on today's episode! Tune in Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/…

On today's episode presented by PINE MELON MARKET, we are getting geared up for the Olympics. Favorite Event/Sport to Watch? If you had to try your hand at one sport, what would you pick? If ________ was an Olympic sport, you could be a medalist. Dragon Boat Festival This Weekend. Underground Music Showcase is going down too! The "Beat The Meat" Ch…

On today's episode presented by Pine Melon Market, we recap the weekend that was... Kip is 4 days sober, was able to go to a matinee movie sesh and we talk about all the snacks in between. No Spoilers but Twisters was very entertaining. Big Eat recap including Top 3 Bites & CB's concert review from Dillon Ampitheater. Dog Days of Summer...Gotta Pow…

On today's episode presented by PINE MELON, we recap last week's debauchery and the upcoming festivities! -Restaurants You Take Visitors too -Wedding Bites -The Big Eat -Big Burger Competition -And a Big Break for the rest of summer We are keeping it chill for this episode, gotta get ready for this evening's The Big Eat festivities. Tune in on your…