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...

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...

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...

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...

Health + Wellness

Happy, Healthy, Strong and Thankful

Let's focus on our health long before the new year Article by Mary Daniel Why wait for January 1st to begin prioritizing our health and being grateful and thankful for our healthy bodies?  Why not focus on our wellness now, in November, and really set ourselves up for success through the holidays and into the new year. Wellness doesn't have to be complicated or expensive or time consuming.  It can be a few minor tweaks and changes that can truly impact your whole day, week, month, and years to...

Food + Beverage

Thanksgiving Dinner...Out!

Skip the kitchen and let someone else do the work this Thanksgiving. Article by Luke Grace If working in the kitchen all day doesn't sound like your idea of a holiday, leave it to the professionals to prepare your Thanksgiving meal.  Here are some of the best places to eat out for Thanksgiving dinner.  Make your reservations now while there are still seats available!   1. Panzano The motto at Panzano in downtown Denver at 909 17th Street is “Chi mangia bene, vive bene”: Those who eat well...

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...