By Kim Fuller Published in 5280There are now a half dozen breweries in the Vail Valley, but only one has stamped its growlers and glasses with “Vail.” Vail Brewing Co. opened in early April, right in time for end-of-ski-season celebrations and the resort area’s bi-annual, off-season segment of “get out of town,” and “no work, just play.” Now firmly in spring, mountain biking and hiking ... continue reading...
Think Pink With This Colorado Rosé
By Kim Fuller Published in 5280 MagazineThe “Coral” White Cabernet Sauvignon from Colterris Wines is a drinkable pink pearl that has emerged for its second summer season from Colorado’s Western Slope.The winery, located on the southern mesa of Palisade, makes reds from cab sauvignon, cab franc, merlot, malbec and petit verdot varietals, so it was vital for the proprietors to also make a wine to sip during the hotter ... continue reading...
Taking a Vacation? How to Bring Your Yoga Practice with You
By Kim Fuller Published in Wanderlust JournalDoes your mat get the same amount of asana-inspired attention when you are traveling? It’s true that wherever you venture, you can bring your yoga practice along, but imagine a place where you’re always in the flow.On a recent yoga retreat in Puerta Vallarta, Mexico, Denver-based yoga instructor Sarah Beth led us in a meditation to ignite full presence and sensory ... continue reading...
The Final Course For Restaurant Kelly Liken
By Kim Fuller Published in 5280I dined solo at Restaurant Kelly Liken just three nights ago. The space is comfortable, like a favorite relative's living room, but refined, authentic, and warm in a way that few Vail dining establishments manage.Seated at the bar I was accompanied by familiar friends—a small green succulent (the bar always has tiny arrangements, sometimes small ... continue reading...
Rosés To Remember: Taste of Vail’s 2014 rose debuts make you think pink
By Kim Fuller A rosé tasting is summer in the making, even on a snowy April afternoon in the mountains.“I think rosé drinkers are a very broad breed,” shared Mark Vlossak at the Debut of Rosé kickoff event at the 2015 Taste of Vail on Wednesday evening, April 8.Vlossak is the president and winemaker at St. Innocent Ltd. out of Salem, Oregon.“Some of them want something that is a little bit sweet,” he went on, “and some to them want something that is pretending to be a red wine so ... continue reading...
