vert kitchen | denver, co

In her classic '80's hit Belinda Carlisle said, "Heaven is place on Earth" and when I'm at Vert Kitchen I have to agree. There are few things I love more than sitting on Vert's perfectly intimate patio enjoying great conversation over one of the freshest, most flavorful lunches in Colorado.  

Vert uses locally-grown, organic produce and all-natural, sustainable meats and you can taste the difference. All of their sandwiches, salads, and sides have the most mouthwatering flavor combinations... so much so that it's impossible not to steal a bite from your friend just to taste the deliciousness of another heavenly Vert creation. It's located in the charming neighborhood setting of West Wash Park. I can't think of a better way to spend a leisurely, Saturday afternoon in Denver than a walk through Wash Park finished with lunch at Vert. Every time I arrive in the Mile High City, Vert is the first place I want to go eat and it's always the place I crave most when we leave. 

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Lastly, don't step a toe outside of Vert's doors without trying their Fleur de Sel cookies. These cookies seriously are a form of heaven of Earth. They are more delectable than words can accurately describe, so just trust me and go try them (and all of Vert's other wonderful offerings) asap!
-mrs.h

true food kitchen

Have you ever wished that healthy eating was easy and always tasted great?  I've tried to eat a mainly raw diet several different times in the past few years, but the hassle and end result of most of my dishes deterred me from making it a lifestyle. But, as Marcus Mumford would say, "sigh no more" because Dr. Weil's True Food Kitchen takes all of my "road blocks" out of healthy eating and makes it convenient and tasty!

True Food Kitchen's slogan is "you don't have to be a die-hard Yogi to dine a True Food Kitchen" and it's so true. We were with a big group, some of us were intense health-nuts while others won't even eat a tomatoe. But, everyone walked away oohing-ahhing over their meal and their bodies thanked them for it too. 

The menu ranges from fresh salads to killer pizzas and juicy burgers. I've listed our favorite entrees below. But, I can't end without mentioned the "natural refreshments." These juices can't be missed on a trip to True Food Kitchen! They are all delicious and if you're with a group of people (who aren't weirded out by germs), I'd advise you to all order different juices because it's so fun to try a sip of all of them!

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Our suggestions: Wild Mushroom Pizza, Mediterranean Chopped Salad with shrimp, Grass Fed Bison Burger, and the Summer Market Salad. 

Find out if there's a True Food Kitchen near you!

Mex in Denver

Looking for the best tacos in Denver? Look no further than Pinche Tacos.

Thanks to the recommendation of fellow blogger Bradley Nesbitt (Flutter By), Mrs. H and I landed at Pinche Tacos during a recent trip to Denver.

I have to admit that growing up in Alabama didn't prepare me to be a Mexican food critic, but dating Mrs. H (well at the time Miss N) while she lived in Dallas did provide a rather speedy education.

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    Tacos, Tequila, Whiskey - sounds like a good recipe

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Our waitress, Riley, did a great job of steering us in the right direction. Her favorite Margarita is the Jalisco Donkey Show and her favorite taco is the Carnitas.

I have to agree with her on the Carnitas - the pork was so juicy and tender!

For this South Alabamian, Pince Tacos is a definite must when visiting the Mile High City.

-mr. h

Good Morning Denver!

After a recent visit to Denver, I'm reminded why it's one of my favorite cities. It's not the colorful locals, the beautiful mountains, or even the amazing neighborhoods, but I think it's because I find it almost impossible to wake up on the wrong side of the bed in Denver. The Mile High City has some of my favorite breakfast spots. You can't start a day off on the wrong foot if you head straight to Snooze or The Wooden Spoon.