Aurora…. Borealis?? More Construction, and Our Wildlife Tour Giveaway!!
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Quick episode this week as we discuss the top news hits, events, and how you can escape the constant construction with a Birding Man Wildlife Tour!! As always, we’ve got the top Denver news and things to do on our radar this week as well. Follow RGD: YouTube: Instagram: TikTok: Do you have a Denver event, cause, opening, or recommendation that you want to share with us? We want to hear from you! Tell us what’s good at . We’re opening up early access to a custom Denver job alert program through our newsletter thanks to . Sign up at to be the first to know when it’s...
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Special Guest Bart Wilson from Motor Street 360! Also - Denver Fashion Week, No Snow + Holiday Plans
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We’ve got Bart Wilson on to talk us through two of his Colorado based companies that are driving photography into the future: As always, we’ve got the top Denver news and things to do on our radar this week as well. Follow RGD: YouTube: Instagram: TikTok: Do you have a Denver event, cause, opening, or recommendation that you want to share with us? We want to hear from you! Tell us what’s good at . We’re opening up early access to a custom Denver job alert program through our newsletter thanks to . Sign up at to be the first to know when it’s ready!! News...
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Breaking the Rules of Wine and Winning the Shelf in Denver
Real Good Denver
Episode Summary: What happens when you look at a wine label and realize you don’t know what’s in it? Kristin Taylor did, and she didn’t like the answer. So, with no vineyard inheritance and no Napa trust fund, she started a wine company from scratch. From selling cases door-to-door in Denver to landing in hundreds of stores nationwide, Kristin and her co-founder built Mom Juice Wine, a clean, low-sugar, women-led wine brand that’s rewriting the rules of the industry. In this episode, Kristin shares how she turned a few thousand dollars and a big vision into a thriving business,...
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Season 3 Premiere!! Vibrant Denver Bond, Five Points First Friday + More!!!
Real Good Denver
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One Night Only: Flamenco Denver’s “RAICES” at the Newman Center
Real Good Denver
In this episode of the Real Good Denver Podcast, Ryan Estes sits down with Maria and Eva from Flamenco Denver, the nonprofit bringing the passion, rhythm, and roots of Spain to the Mile High City. With 25 years in Denver, Flamenco Denver has taught thousands of students, performed across schools, and created community through music, dance, and song. Their annual showcase, RAICES, returns September 30 at the Newman Center with world-class dancers, singers, and musicians. Who this episode is for Arts lovers and culture seekers in Denver Musicians and dancers looking for inspiration ...
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Joined by Special Guest Ren from Audacious Immersive! Cults, Star Wars, & When Does Fall Really Begin?
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This week we’re joined by Ren from Audacious Immersive for a wide-ranging conversation that covers everything from cults to Star Wars to the all-important question—when does fall really begin? Ren takes us inside the world of Audacious Theatre, where immersive, sensory-driven productions push the boundaries of live performance through collaboration, innovation, and cross-cultural creativity. From staging experiences that surround the audience to exploring the strange ways stories connect us, this episode blends the quirky, the thoughtful, and the theatrical. As always, we’ve got the top...
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Quesadillas for Good, Bronco’s Preferred Stadium Location, & Thoa Nguyun from Bánh & Butter Bakery Cafe!
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Special guest Thoa Nguyun from is joining us to talk about her unique bánh mìs, her family's collection of amazing Denver restaurants, the struggle of owning a small business on Colfax during major construction, and of course about her part in the Denver Inner City Parish’s fundraiser! As always, we’ve got the top Denver news and things to do on our radar this week as well. @ Denver Inner City Parish Follow RGD: YouTube: Instagram: TikTok: Ryan’s Takes + Tom’s Takes Developing Denver is open tomorrow ...
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Denver Food & Wine Festival, F1 Arcade, New Restaurants & Construction Everywhere!!
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Inside Denver Food and Wine Festival at the Tivoli Quad
Real Good Denver
Real Good Denver Podcast with Denise from Denver Food and Wine Festival Location: Tivoli Quad, Auraria Campus Dates: September 3–6 Format: Week of tastings and competitions culminating in the Grand Tasting What you will learn How Denver Food and Wine Festival funds the Colorado Restaurant Foundation and why that matters for local workers The full schedule for festival week including the Riedel glass seminar, Shake and Break Showdown, and the Grand Tasting VIP benefits including lounge access, dedicated restrooms, exclusive restaurants, and tasting seminars How ProStart gives 2,300...
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Episode 100!!! Real Good Denver Recap and The Birding Man Ryan Dibala
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We're looking back on 100 episodes of Real Good Denver with some RGD trivia! We're also talking with Dr. Tyan Dibala, the man behind one of CO's top birding and nature touring companies, ! Follow RGD: YouTube: Instagram: TikTok: Do you have a Denver event, cause, opening, or recommendation that you want to share with us? We want to hear from you! Tell us what’s good at . Troys Takes: Our Top 3 from Denver Brunch Fest: - Cjili Verde & jalapeno cornbread - Garnachas - Kickin Chicken Congee ...
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Location: Tivoli Quad, Auraria Campus
Dates: September 3–6
Format: Week of tastings and competitions culminating in the Grand Tasting
What you will learn
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How Denver Food and Wine Festival funds the Colorado Restaurant Foundation and why that matters for local workers
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The full schedule for festival week including the Riedel glass seminar, Shake and Break Showdown, and the Grand Tasting
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VIP benefits including lounge access, dedicated restrooms, exclusive restaurants, and tasting seminars
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How ProStart gives 2,300 Colorado high school students real event experience
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Who should attend and important policy notes including 21 plus entry
Who this episode is for
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Denver locals who love restaurants, chefs, wine, and craft cocktails
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Food and drink fans planning a downtown weekend
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Supporters of the hospitality community who want to invest in scholarships, mental health resources, and emergency grants for workers
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VIP seekers who want elevated access and seminars
Festival week schedule
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Wednesday Sept 3, 6 pm
Riedel wine glass seminar with guided tasting and a take-home glassware set. Learn how glass shape changes aroma and flavor. -
Thursday Sept 4, 7 pm
Shake and Break Showdown. Eight food trucks and twelve bartenders. Taste and vote for your favorites. Music and games on the Tivoli Quad. -
Saturday Sept 6, noon–4 pm
Grand Tasting. Approximately 2,500 attendees. About 50 restaurants. Hundreds of pours. Photo activations, music, games, and swag.
Note: 21 plus only. No exceptions including infants in carriers.
VIP perks
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VIP lounge presented with 5280 Magazine
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Dedicated restrooms
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Four VIP-only tasting seminars
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Access to an additional set of restaurants exclusive to VIP
Key takeaways
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Denver Food and Wine is the signature annual fundraiser for the Colorado Restaurant Foundation supporting scholarships, training, apprenticeships, emergency assistance, and mental health resources
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ProStart students work alongside chefs and teams during the festival which builds the future talent pipeline
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Expect top Denver restaurants plus statewide representation from Breckenridge, Vail, and Aspen
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Full service dining remains challenged which makes community support and attendance more important
Resources and links
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Tickets and details: https://denverfoodandwine.com
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Colorado Restaurant Foundation: search for Colorado Restaurant Foundation
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Colorado Restaurant Association and Hospi Awards information: search for Colorado Restaurant Association
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5280 Magazine: https://www.5280.com
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Real Good Denver newsletter and podcast: https://realgooddenver.com