aerial drone views Vast Panoramic view of Denver , Colorado with Rocky Mountains within the background … [+] and inexperienced summer time panorama above Metropolis Park
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Unsurprisingly, all of the issues that helped Denver persistently rank as a prime habitable U.S. metropolis in recent times – together with ease of entry to the outside, almost 300 days of annual sunshine, and affordability – make it a compelling journey vacation spot as nicely. On prime of that, now’s an particularly good time to go. The climate is blissfully delicate, and summer time crowds aren’t swarming the town simply but as Might marks the top of the town’s first shoulder season. Which means: you’ll be able to take pleasure in exploring the Mile Excessive Metropolis at your leisure, and in full consolation.
So forward, the right way to take advantage of a spring weekend getaway to the Mile Excessive Metropolis.
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The place to Keep
Thompson Denver
Julie Soefer
When Thompson Denver opened in February, it ushered in recent power to Denver’s LoDo neighborhood – one thing the realm so deserved after the previous few years. Subtly nodding to the town’s Rocky Mountain roots, the 216 visitor rooms and suites characteristic heat finishes, clear traces, and modern, however comfy furnishings like plush beds wearing crisp Sferra linens. One other considerate contact is the property’s partnership with Victrola, the Denver-based model that’s manufactured high quality turntables for over a 100 years. To that finish, all visitor rooms include the corporate’s Linden Wooden Bluetooth Radio, whereas suites have document gamers and curated vinyl collections.
Fittingly, the fashionable aesthetic extends to the resort’s frequent areas, restaurant, and bar. The foyer and reception space tackle a decidedly daring, luxe look with a reception desk dramatically ensconced in darkish marble, two-story fireplace hearth, and unique works by Colorado artists.
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Chez Maggy by chef Ludo Lefebvre
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Led by world-renowned chef Ludo Lefebvre, the resort’s signature restaurant Chez Maggy sweetly honors his late mother-in-law with conventional bistro fare and classics with shocking twists resembling bison tartare and a fork-and-knife burger smothered with pepper gravy, smoked mayonnaise, and beer-braised onions. For a extra laid-back meal: pull up a seat on the good-looking round bar, the place you’ll hopefully see Harriett, one of the vital personable bartenders on the town.
And since no night is full with no nightcap, head as much as Reynard Social. Although the sixth-floor lounge takes inspiration from old-school chalets with its hearth, low-slung seating, and mountain views, the enjoyable Victrola Listening Lounge and eccentric cocktails just like the chocolatey mint-green Yard Sale really feel right here and now.
The place to Eat
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Co-owner of Annette, Caroline Glover is a 2019 Meals and Wine Finest New Chef and a many-time finalist … [+] and semifinalist for James Beard awards.
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Although the situation in Aurora’s Stanley Market is perhaps unassuming, don’t be fooled: Annette is one in every of Denver’s brightest eating places, and has heaps of awards proving the purpose. By marrying familial heat with seasonally-driven, deeply craveable dishes – even humble snacks like popcorn and deviled eggs shine – proprietor and chef Caroline Glover has the set the bar excessive for what as we speak’s neighborhood restaurant ought to appear and feel like.
Uchi Denver
Logan Crable
Uchi’s Japanese delicacies won’t be conventional, per se, nevertheless it’s executed with utmost care and is downright scrumptious. (There’s a purpose why this RiNo spot is all the time bustling, irrespective of the time of day.) Signature creations embody the Hama Chili (slabs of buttery fish wearing spicy ponzu), and you’ll want to attempt some lesser-known nigiri cuts like Ishidai (knifejaw) and Kuromutsu (black sea perch). Ditch the soy sauce, although, since every bit is appropriately seasoned by the cooks.
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Sunday Vinyl
Sunday Vinyl
One other can’t-miss spot is Sunday Vinyl. Tucked away in Kimpton Lodge Born and overlooking Union Station’s prepare tracks, the stylish wine bar merges a positively fairly decor (pale pink partitions, horseshoe bar, arched cubicles) with an in depth wine and vinyl assortment from which the restaurant’s soundtrack is plucked. Whereas Cole’s Brasserie Brixton may invoice itself as a French restaurant, it additionally occurs to be refreshingly freed from fuss and ritual. (Be aware the Stormtroopers gracing the bar’s brick wall.) Within the mornings, locals flock to Stowaway Kitchen for globetrotting breakfasts of Japanese salmon rice bowls and eggplant and halloumi sandwiches. And although there’s loads of respectable pizza on the town, Cart-Driver stands out from the remaining by turning out pitch-perfect, wood-fired Neapolitan pies from a reclaimed delivery container.
What to Do
Meow Wolf Denver | Convergence Station
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One of many buzziest issues to do in Denver, Meow Wolf’s “Convergence Station” is an expertise like no different – simply go. Because the third everlasting exhibition from the visionary Santa Fe-based arts manufacturing group, “Convergence Station” takes friends on an immersive, multi-sensory, and mind-bending journey exploring the idea of quantum journey.
Conifer
Conifer
There’s no scarcity of huge model retail on the town, however doesn’t it really feel higher to buy regionally? With that in thoughts, head to RiNo’s Conifer. Owned by Caitlyn Schwarz, this beautifully-curated boutique showcases objects and presents expressly made by small, sustainable makers. And simply down Blake Road, you’ll discover one other terrific woman-owned store, Judith & Joe, the place trendy, sustainable clothes is the speciality.
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The Beer Spa
The Beer Spa
For a completely distinctive spa expertise, e book a session at The Beer Spa owned by Jessica French and Damien Zouaoui. From the taproom the place you’ll be able to pattern rotating beers to your non-public Beer Remedy Room – which is provided with an infrared sauna, large cedar soaking tub, and a bathe stocked with The Beer Spa’s toiletries – the services provide help to have fun and soak in all of the shocking advantages of Denver’s favourite beverage.
There are a lot of questions about the Denver Broncos this season.
Lather. Rinse. Repeat.
At least for the last almost nine seasons.
To add another to the mix, who will be the Broncos MVP this season?
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NFL.com thinks it’ll be cornerback Pat Surtain II. That’s the most likely scenario, given how good Surtain is and how many questions there are for this roster. Surtain isn’t just the best defender in Denver; he’s one of the best cornerbacks in football.
After Surtain, the race is wide open.
Much of this will depend on how good the Broncos offense is and what it looks like. One guy who should be on the list is guard Quinn Meinerz. “The Belly” has become one of the guards in the NFL. If the offense is able to run the ball and protect whoever starts, likely Bo Nix, Meinerz will play a big role in that success.
Courtland Sutton will get thrown out. But if he’s healthy, Tim Patrick is more valuable to Denver’s offense. Patrick is also the more complete receiver. Since Patrick is returning from two brutal injuries, that’s the biggest question with Patrick. Hopefully he’s able to stay on the field.
On defense, newly acquired John Franklin-Myers is a guy to watch on the defensive line. Franklin-Myers will be a key contributor to the defensive front and help lead it to any success. For his career, Franklin-Myers has 135 tackles, 61 quarterback hits and 19.5 sacks. A disruptive force from the defensive line is what this defense needs.
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The other player on defense for Denver is Baron Browning … if he can stay healthy. Consistent pressure off the edge is crucial for the Broncos defense, and Browning has the potential to be a great pass rusher. If he’s consistent, he could put himself in the Broncos MVP discussion.
Those are a few guys I think could compete with Surtain for Denver’s MVP this season. Who else could become a possibility?
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The Croatian forward found his new NBA contract while competing with his national team
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By Eurohoops team/ info@eurohoops.net
Croatian forward Dario Saric has agreed on a two-year, $10.6 million deal with the Denver Nuggets, per ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski.
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Deal includes player option on second-year.
Saric is currently in Greece for one of the four Olympic Qualifying Tournaments and the news came just a couple of hours after he helped his national team beat the Dominican Republic and making it to the final against the hosts.
Saric averaged 8 points, 4.4 rebounds and 2.2 assists for the Warriors last season.
He was selected with the 12th overall pick in the 2014 NBA draft. He joined the Philadelphia 76ers in 2016 playing two seasons for the team before being traded to the Minnesota Timberwolves.
After a season with the team he was traded to the Phoenix Suns in the 2019 offseason and played four seasons for them before being dealt to the Oklahoma City Thunder in the 2023 trade deadline.
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The following offseason, he joined the Golden State Warriors.
Training camp is fast approaching, and the Denver Broncos are in need of making a few strategic moves to enhance the roster. The potential addition of free agents could strengthen weak positions or even preempt training camp battles.
What unfinished business do the Broncos have? Here are three key moves that could greatly improve the Broncos’ offense before the training camp commences on July 26.
Naming the starting quarterback before training camp would be crucial. A prolonged battle can deprive the eventual starter of valuable snaps, particularly for a rookie like Bo Nix. These snaps are essential for building chemistry with the receivers, gaining confidence, and mastering the offense — vital for a well-run offense.
Instead of keeping up the facade of a battle between Nix, Jarrett Stidham, and Zach Wilson, the Broncos should dispense with it. And Wilson needs to catch up.
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Through OTAs and minicamp, Stidham was the most consistent quarterback, as he should be. He would have the best understanding of the offense, having been with the team for over a year, but he has shown in his limited action that he is not a franchise quarterback. The same can be said of Wilson, despite not being in the best situation with the New York Jets, who drafted him at No. 2 overall in 2021 and didn’t give him the best support.
The Broncos drafted Nix at No. 12 overall because they believe he can be a franchise quarterback. With that belief, the Broncos must do everything they can to prepare him.
Nix is a 24-year-old rookie, so the Broncos don’t have time for him to sit. They need to get him the first-team reps during training camp and let him work to be the franchise quarterback they believe he can be.
There’ a saying that if you have two quarterbacks, you have none.
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This might rattle some who want to turn to Alex Forsyth because of his one year with Nix at Oregon, but he still has to show he can be the starting center. The same goes for Luke Wattenberg. While the Broncos have veteran newcomer Sam Mustipher, his time as a starting center was among the worst in the NFL. Denver needs to add a good veteran with experience.
There are some veteran centers the Broncos can look at, but finding one with good experience might be challenging. There is Mason Cole, whom the Pittsburgh Steelers released, but his experience as a starter isn’t great, though it was better than Mustipher. The one who might be more interesting is Nick Gates, who has been a solid starting center throughout his career.
Another option is reuniting with Connor McGovern, who spent the first four years of his career with the Broncos. He spent the last four with the Jets, where he was a quality starter for the first three years. McGovern struggled in the 2023 season but was sidelined with an injury after seven games.
Bottom line, the Broncos need to add another center to compete, and one who brings quality experience. They don’t have a proven center, but if Forsyth or Wattenberg develop and earn the starting job, then all will be well. However, not having a quality center could ruin a season.
While the Broncos have potential in the tight end room, they don’t have any proven assets. Can Greg Dulcich stay healthy? Can Adam Trautman take a step forward? Will Lucas Krull develop?
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It’s a room replete with questions, and the Broncos don’t have any answers. On top of that, they don’t have any insurance if Dulcich can’t stay healthy or Krull develops. And what about the blocking at the position?
Few tight end options are available when looking at free agents. Trevon Wesco is an available blocking tight end and can give the Broncos a reliable blocking option. If the Broncos want to add someone for receiving ability, then Jimmy Graham — a familiar face for Sean Payton — could be an option. Graham will be 38 years old and may not offer much as a receiver, but he would provide some insurance for Dulcich and Krull.
Blake Bell, who is 32 years old and a decent depth option, might be the best bet. Again, there isn’t a top guy available, but the Broncos need insurance for what they have, but players they can look to fall back on if other things don’t turn out as they hope.
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