Photos courtesy of Caren Austin Welcome back my fellow foodies! There are so many things I love about Spring and Summer in the mountains, and there is nothing more beautiful than spending a few days in Vail Colorado. Recently I got the opportunity to visit The Hythe Hotel at Lionshead Village in Vail, where I spent a luxurious weekend of fun and food. I was super excited to stay at the hotel for many reasons, one of which is Revel Lounge. Word on the street is that this is the place to go for après ski lunch or dinner, or to relax and eat well after a day of mountain activities in the summe ..read more

Photos courtesy of Home Front Military Network Sponsored Content HFMN’s mission centers on comprehending the distinct challenges service members, veterans, and their families face. They recognize the profound impact of family support amid the intricacies of military life, where family and community serve as powerful units of love, connection, stability, and resiliency. Family, in its varied forms, stands as the cornerstone of a resilient military community, offering unconditional support and fortifying the strength of its heroes. HFMN’s commitment is translated into action through a robust ..read more

Mark Soane, Sarah Rockwell, Tom and gala committee member Anne McGonagle | Photos courtesy of Caitlin Roth Central City Opera held their annual Theatre of Dreams Gala on April 5 at The Cable Center at D.U.  The evening featured a performance by CCO soprano, Sara Gartland and paid tribute to honorees, Judy & Newell Grant. Categories: Shot in the Dark ..read more

Colette Nix, Christine Fox, Eurie Han | Photos courtesy of Pamela Cress Freedom Service Dogs of America (FSD) held their 12th annual Diamonds in the Ruff event on April 25 at The Hangar Club in Denver. Guests embraced the Disco Infurno theme and brought their platform shoes and groovy dance moves.  Proceeds from the event help FSD continue to transform lives by partnering veterans, first responders with PTSD, children and  teens with autism  and other neurodevelopmental disabilities with custom-trained assistance dogs. Categories: Shot in the Dark ..read more

Jerry’s grandson Alex Devillier, center, and the Jerry Barnett Legacy Orchestra | Photos courtesy of Pamela Cress Jerry Barnett’s life was celebrated with music and remembrances from family and friends on Tuesday, April 9, at Mile High Station. Categories: Shot in the Dark ..read more

In February, Denver sadly lost a valued and dynamic community member, Jerry Barnett. A music man, trombone player, band leader, and entertainment alchemist, he wove his magic into the fabric of our social scene. Founding Moments Notice Entertainment in 1980, Jerry led the way that Denver has been dancing ever since. His mission was not simply to deliver unforgettable music and creative entertainment; it was about crafting moments that would be etched in our memories, moments of joy that would stay with us for a lifetime. For him, it was personal. Many of us grew up—and older—with Jerry’s ba ..read more

Photos courtesy of Steve Peterson | DJ Cody Poirot The 2024 CEA Icon Awards Celebration took place at the Forney Museum of Transportation on April 23rd to acknowledge the winners of the Colorado Event Alliance Icon Awards. Categories: Shot in the Dark ..read more

Photo courtesy of Birdsall No matter the temperature or the weather, Coloradans love their outdoor environments. Designers are following lifestyle trends with more plants; exotic-inspired, water-friendly landscapes; and pops of bright colors in garden containers CONTAINER PLANTS “Come the end of spring, beginning of summer, we here in Colorado are ready for some life and color to our outdoor spaces,” says Erin Robbins, owner of Petal & Pots by Erin. “The easiest and quickest way to achieve this is to pop in some vibrant greens and colorful annuals to your containers, window boxes and sm ..read more

When you hear Junior League of Denver, what do you think of? For many, the answer is obvious. Why, cookbooks of course! While this community-centric women’s organization does many other things, the nonprofit’s collection of six award-winning cookbooks is a clear standout in the Denver community and beyond. The League’s cookbooks have been a Denver staple since Colorado Cache was released in 1978. The cookbook is still a popular wedding present and housewarming gift due to the many legendary recipes that are now being handed down from one generation to the next. The League sold about 1.1 mill ..read more

Photo courtesy of The Perfect Petal Welcome to our annual Confetti Issue. It’s always a labor of love for our entire team—filled with gorgeous weddings, exquisite floral designs, elegant place settings, lively entertainment, delectable dishes and all the details that make your event one for the books. Just seeing so many artists create such vivid gatherings brings a huge smile to my face and inspires me to up my own entertaining game. We caught up with event designers, caterers, wedding planners, florists and everyone in between to bring you unique styles and looks to remember, and we’re n ..read more