{FIVE} at Panzano – “T&A” Dinner Review

Dinner Review

  Finally, a meal that actually encourages giggling at the (inevitable) sexual innuendos on the menu. For their second dinner this season, the FIVE at FIVE™ chefs gathered at Panzano to play on a “T&A” theme – that is, many of the dishes came from the –ahem– chest or –ahem– rump regions … Read more

7 Tips for Effortless French Style

French Fashion

Effortless style is not often intuitive, but when done right, it is the pinnacle of French fashion. Here are 7 tips from my favorite Parisian fashion guru, Ines de la Fressange: 1. Team Your Old Worn Out Denim With a Silk Blouse “The idea is to look as if the luxury item … Read more

What does Putain Mean in French?

putain in french

Putain – (poo-TUH) The French use (and overuse) “putain” so it’s a great word to start sprinkling into your English. What Does Putain Mean in French? Putain literally refers to a prostitute, but the interjection, “putain!” is closer to a more profane version of “damn!”. The French use this word so frequently, … Read more

DIY French Mason Jar Gift {for a ball jar party}

DIY French

  Christine, of Fork Social Lab and Hungry in Boulder, is kind of obsessed with Ball Jars. You know, those classic mason jars that everyone on Pinterest is raving about? Well Christine knows her way around many a crafty food project and invited a few Denver foodies over for a night of … Read more

{FIVE} at Old Major Review – 2014 Dinner #1

Chefs

  It’s a Sunday night, Easter, and 4/20, but tonight 5 of Denver’s best chefs gather to celebrate something far more important than all of that: great food. Of course, the holiday(s) have to be acknowledged in some of the food and drink. And though there’s no actual cannabis in the dishes … Read more

Taking the “Pain” Out Of Champagne

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  Champagne (pronounced as shahm-PAHN-yuh in French) doesn’t have to be a pain. Here’s the run-down on the ever popular bubbly so you can sound like a French wine expert in no time. Where Does Champagne Come From? So you probably know that any Champagne you buy is made out of grapes … Read more