Life + Culture

Dedication to Beauty

Article and Photography by In the heart of the Mile High City, where the mountains touch the sky, lived a young woman named Miranda Diaz. Born to immigrant parents, Miranda carried the dreams of her family on her shoulders. From an early age, she felt a yearning for the stage, a place where she could express herself and inspire others. But it wasn’t until she was fourteen, while modeling a stunning quinceañera dress at an expo, that her life took a remarkable turn. A talent scout noticed her...

Auto + Marine

The Road Ahead

El Colorado Article by Matt Coffel Hi friends, This isn’t your typical editorial; it's more of a baffling story that left me in awe, and I felt compelled to share it. As the Publisher and Owner of Denver North City Lifestyle, I often write about local gems, but this one truly blew my mind. Trust me, you’ll want to hear this. It all started when I found a nail in my BMW SUV tire. I couldn’t believe it—where did it come from? After venting my frustration to my neighbor Lou, she recommended El...

Food + Beverage

Holiday Recipes

Article and Photography by Savory Stuffed Peppers Ingredients 4 medium green peppers (or any color pepper works as well) 1 tsp salt Filling: ¾ cup beef gravy 1 ½ tsp minced onion ¾ cup grated carrots 1 ½ cups seasoned stuffing mix 2 cups chopped cooked roast beef (I use chuck roast) Sauce: 1 8 oz. can tomato sauce I like to use pasta sauce) ½ cup beef gravy 1 tsp minced onion ¼ cups grated cheddar cheese Directions Simmer cleaned peppers 15 minutes in 4 cups salted water, uncovered. Preheat...

Health + Wellness

Adjusting to 2025

Good Life Family Chiropractic Article by Kenny White Finding Your Health Partner: A Journey to Wellness with Dr. John Perea When it comes to managing health—whether you’re dealing with chronic pain or simply seeking to enhance your overall well-being—finding a trusted partner is crucial. For over two decades, Dr. John Perea has served as that partner for residents of Green Valley Ranch and the broader Denver area at Good Life Family Chiropractic. Dr. Perea embodies a holistic approach to...

Travel

Merry Memories

Celebrate The Holidays With Your Family at the Gaylord Article and Photography by Make Merry Memories at Gaylord Rockies  Holidays are for family, friends, and making memories. Whether bundling up and spending a day walking through a winter wonderland, decorating gingerbread, or singing Christmas carols while enjoying cookies and milk, guests will find it all at Gaylord Rockies Resort near Denver.    Amid dazzling holiday lights, seasonal cuisine, the enchanting Mistletoe Village, a...

Style + Beauty

Denim, Anything but Pedestrian

The Maven has a New Look Article and Photography by The Maven at Dairy Block is excited to announce a partnership with local clothing designer Abstract Denver to unveil stylish new uniforms for our staff! These custom creations feature trendy denim jackets and t-shirts, perfectly capturing the essence of our vibrant LoDo location and the fantastic pedestrian Alley that defines our neighborhood. The uniforms not only reflect the unique character of The Maven but also showcase the artistry and...

Food + Beverage

Cheesy Kale Orzo With Herbed Bread Crumbs

Go ahead, let the side dish steal the show! Article by delish Your guests will be thankful to find this delectable side dish sitting next to their turkey! Ingredients 5   Tbsp.  unsalted butter, divided 1   c.  panko bread crumbs 4  cloves garlic, finely chopped, divided 2   Tbsp.  chopped fresh parsley leaves 1/2   tsp.  finely grated lemon zest, plus lemon wedges for serving Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 1   lb.  dried orzo (about 2 1/2 c.) 2   c...

Life + Culture

RARE Sisters

Battling Batten and Bestowing Blessings to Others Article by Crystal Wright Every day, every parent wakes up with gratitude in their hearts for healthy children.  For those who don't have that luxury, those parents are grateful for families like the Fries family.  Beth and Jon Fries know what it's like to wake up to children who are battling a life threatening disease every day.  They know all too well the overwhelming stress and the heart break of caregiving.   Meet the RARE...

Life + Culture

Thank You

Article by Crystal Wright So often we think of November as a month of gratitude. Thankfulness is on everyone’s lips and we culminate the month with our grandest celebration of thanks! I thought that in the spirit of gratitude I would recognize and say thank you to the two people who deserve more than I will ever be able to give. My parents have been my saving grace, my steady presence, my calm in every storm. They show up in all the big ways that parents do, but mine also show up in all the...

Entertainment

Top Hikes to Explore This November

My top picks for adventure even in chilly weather Article and Photography by No snow, no color, No-vember.  It can be easy to only see brown in November, but thankfully, there are so many spots in Colorado where you can find a beautiful "mud season" hike.     Hikes in Chautauqua Park in Boulder I enjoy hiking at Chautauqua Park because it’s conveniently located right in Boulder, offering a variety of trails. My top pick is the hike up to the alcove behind the First and Second Flatirons...