On opening week, Mile High Dining and friend visited the newest restaurant in Denver, Mar Bella Boqueria. It’s owned and operated by Johnny and Kasie Curiel whom have two Michelin starred restaurants, Alma Fonda Fina and Mezcaleria Alma. We were lucky to be seated at the chef’s counter and served by Johnny Curiel himself. At … Continue reading Mar Bella Boqueria →

Mile High Dining and friends visited downtown Golden to eat at Abejas Bistro. It’s located in a space previously occupied by a small grocery store. When Abejas remodeled, they created an industrial feel for the place such as an unfinished ceiling. The menu provides an American style selection of foods. We shared the three starter … Continue reading Abejas →

It’s been 2 years since my last visit to Yuan Wonton and it’s even better now. The owner/chef, Penelope Wong, started with a food truck and opened the restaurant about 2 1/2 years ago. At first opening, Yuan Wonton shared the place with other eateries, now she is the boss. Mile High Dining and friend … Continue reading Yuan Wonton →

Off to the best decorated restaurant I could find in Denver. Mile High Dining and two friends went to My Neighbor Felix-Lohi, to admire the lights, balloons, presents, and the multitude of ornaments. When Felix is decorated for Christmas, you enjoy the setting and the food even better. The three of us shared the guacamole … Continue reading My Neighbor Felix- LoHi →

After many years of eating on Christmas Eve at JAX Fish House on Colorado Blvd., we relocated to JAX LoDo as the Colorado Blvd. location closed. LoDo is small but a lively restaurant. The Feast of the Seven Fishes is based upon the tradition in Italy of not eating meat on the holy day of … Continue reading Feast of the Seven Fishes →

After our planed dinner in Golden was canceled due to the wind storm, Mile High Dining and neighbors went to the Narrative. It’s a large and bright space focusing on American dishes. The menu covers burgers, fish, chicken, steak, and pork options. We didn’t plan on a dessert, but my friends loved the sticky toffee … Continue reading Narrative →

Mile High Dining and a good friend went to 3 different restaurants and sat at the bars to enjoy food and drinks. Just to be safe we walked to avoid any driving. A fun holiday challenge! The restaurants were: Saltwater Social, Broadway 10, and Alteno and we had no reservations. At Saltwater Social we had … Continue reading Holiday Venture: 3 bars in one evening →

Mile High Dining invited 2 friends that I met in Scotland to dinner at Frasca Food and Wine. The three of us enjoyed the great service and delicious food and even a tour of the kitchen. Frasca celebrated its 21st birthday this past August and received the prestigious award of Outstanding restaurant from the James … Continue reading Frasca Food and Wine →

After attending the Holiday Music Festival at the University of Colorado in Boulder, Mile High Dining and friend had supper at the Ajax Tavern. The Boulder Limelight Hotel and the Ajax Tavern opened in August, 2025. The original Ajax sits at the base of the Aspen ski Mountain, Aspen, Colorado. The Boulder location features local … Continue reading Ajax Tavern →

We visited the Michelin starred restaurant, Mezcaleria Alma. It’s a small plate and Mezcal and tequila place. The best location is sitting at the chef’s counter to not only receive great service, but an explanation of the dish selected and even alternative dishes are suggested. We selected fish, duck, and short rib plates, which are … Continue reading Mezcaleria Alma →