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Melty cheese might take center stage at most pizza parlors, but that's not the case at Denver's newest joint, Everyday Pizza. 

Details: Sam and Tricia Maher — the owners of the popular plant-based menu at South Broadway's Somebody People — opened a vegan Neapolitan-style pizzeria in the Ballpark neighborhood on Aug 2. that puts vegetables in the spotlight.

Most ingredients are sourced locally, meaning the menu changes seasonally. And the dough, pastas and "cheeses" — made from nuts — are crafted in-house.

The restaurant also offers a thoughtful wine and cocktail list, along with several creative zero-proof concoctions. 

What they're saying: "We're not trying to replicate the standard vegan pizza that's out there," Sam told BusinessDen. "There will be no fake meats on the pizza, just an assortment of fresh vegetables curated to create some great flavors." 

🍕 Alayna's thought bubble: As a cheese queen, I was surprised not to miss it even a little on the onion pie — which includes the root veggie five different ways, plus almonds, green olives and a generous drizzle of cooked wine ($17).

🍕 Gigi's thought bubble: The name of the eatery — a nod to the song by Sly and the Family Stone — gives diners a hint that music is an essential ingredient at the new pizzeria, setting a lively backdrop. While they're still in season, don't miss the crushed tomato pie with San Marzano, basil and almonds. It's simple but utterly delicious.

What to watch: The restaurant is planning to serve lunch in the coming weeks, and will be hosting DJs and late-night parties in the future, Tricia told Westword. 

Everyday Pizza offers plant-based pies in Denver

Cheese might take center stage at most pizza parlors, but not at Denver's newest joint.

Everday Pizza's offerings. Photo courtesy of Everyday Pizza

Everday Pizza's offerings. Photo: David Williams, courtesy of Everyday Pizza

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A new Netflix docuseries on the unsolved killing of JonBenét Ramsey is drawing renewed attention to the Boulder Police Department's handling of the decades-old case.

The big picture: Since the Nov. 25 premiere of "Cold Case: Who Killed JonBenét Ramsey," local officials reaffirmed their commitment to finding her killer but declined to disclose recent progress, citing concerns about compromising the investigation and any future prosecution.

The three-part series, directed by Oscar-nominated Joe Berlinger, sheds light on the mishandling of the case by authorities and the media through interviews with Ramsey's father and brother, law enforcement and reporters on the ground at the time.

Catch up quick: JonBenét Ramsey was found dead at age 6 in the basement of her family's Boulder home the morning after Christmas 1996. Concerns from her family and legal experts about the crime scene's integrity and the investigation sparked widespread criticism of the Boulder Police Department's approach to the case.

"Boulder Police did not have a track record of handling many homicides for the simple reason that there were not many homicides to investigate," Charlie Brennan, a Colorado-based journalist, says in the documentary.

Law enforcement quickly turned their suspicions toward her parents, John and Patsy Ramsey, naming them primary suspects and prompting an onslaught of media attention.

In 2008, the Boulder County district attorney used DNA testing to clear the family of wrongdoing. No one has been charged in connection with her death.

The latest: "We are continuing to work with DNA experts and our law enforcement partners around the country until this tragic case is solved," Boulder police chief Stephen Redfearn said in a statement.

Last year, the Boulder Police Department gathered a panel of outside experts to review the homicide investigation and make recommendations to determine whether new technology or forensic testing could provide additional leads or intelligence.

In an annual update released at the end of November, Redfearn said the review had been concluded and that police were evaluating a "lengthy list of recommendations," which have not been made public.

The intrigue: In the Netflix series finale, John Ramsey says five to six items were removed from the crime scene and sent to a lab for DNA testing but never sampled.

The other side: Both the BPD and the FBI's Denver office declined Axios' interview requests, citing the ongoing investigation. According to Berlinger, BPD also refused to be interviewed for the documentary.

In its recent statement, the department called the implication that there is any evidence or leads it's ignoring "completely false."

Yes, but: "There are a number of things people have pointed to throughout the years that could have been done better," Redfearn conceded in a video statement.

What we're watching: "We (the filmmaking team) and the Ramsey family believe that new DNA testing can solve this crime due to the incredible advancements in DNA technology since 1997," Berlinger said in an exclusive statement to The Hollywood Reporter earlier this week.

Netflix's JonBenét Ramsey series spotlights local missteps

The true crime docuseries on Netflix has renewed interest in the 1996 death of the 6-year-old beauty pageant queen.

John and Patsy Ramsey, the parents of JonBenet Ramsey, meet with a small selected group of the local Colorado media after four months of silence in Boulder, Colorado on May 1, 1997. 

John and Patsy Ramsey, the parents of JonBenét Ramsey, in Boulder on May 1, 1997. Photo: Helen H. Richardson/The Denver Post via Getty Images

A new Netflix docuseries on the unsolved killing of JonBenét Ramsey is drawing renewed attention to the Boulder Police Department&#x27;s handling of the decades-old case.The big picture: Since the Nov. 25 premiere of &quot;Cold Case: Who Killed JonBenét Ramsey,&quot; local officials reaffirmed their commitment to finding her killer but declined to disclose recent progress, citing concerns about compromising the investigation and any future prosecution.

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We're back with another round of bites worth bragging about.

Why it matters: We want to support the spots that bring something good to the table.

🥢 Alayna: Wok Spicy in Englewood is officially my new Chinese standby — a humble gem that nails bold, fiery Sichuan flavors. The dry wok lotus root is a masterclass in texture and heat, and the $3.95 beers don't hurt either. It's no-frills and totally addictive.

My other new obsession is at Leven Deli in the Golden Triangle. Their huge chocolate tahini brownie with malted milk is everything: fudgy yet crunchy, sweet yet salty. I'm not a sweets person — but I crave this regularly, and that's saying something.

🍔 Esteban: Ambler, which serves American fare at its location near Union Station, debuted its dinner menu this month.

I started with mouthwatering caramelized Brussels sprouts before the main event: The smash burger, served with two meaty patties and delicious, thick-cut fries on the side. Pro tip: Grab the creamy chocolate mousse for dessert.

🍎​​ Gigi: This one surprised me, but on a recent takeout roulette adventure, I tested a "chopped cheese" from Big Apple Bodega on South Broadway.

Their classic New York sandwich is grilled to perfection with a hearty helping of ground beef and onions, topped with melty cheese, lettuce, tomato and condiments on a hero roll shipped directly from the Big Apple daily. Perfect to share.

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Fudgy brownies, chopped cheese sandos and mouthwatering burgers all made the list.

Leven Deli's chocolate tahini brownie with malted milk is unreal. Photo: Alayna Alvarez/Axios

We&#x27;re back with <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="another round" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/denver/2025/02/07/best-bites-cartdriver-shrimp-daddy-boychik" data-vars-content-id="4b131962-2df6-4f58-a92b-fdc3ad4ba384" data-vars-headline="The best bites we had in March" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/denver/2025/02/07/best-bites-cartdriver-shrimp-daddy-boychik" target="_self">another round</a> of bites worth bragging about.Why it matters: We want to support the spots that bring something good to the table.

Boulder's beloved Frasca Food and Wine took home one of the culinary world's top prizes Monday, a James Beard award for Outstanding Restaurant.

Why it matters: The category is among the James Beard Foundation's highest honors, recognizing restaurants that deliver consistent excellence.

Driving the news: The upscale Italian eatery, led by restaurateur Bobby Stuckey, triumphed against four other restaurants scattered across the country to earn its third James Beard award at the 35th annual ceremony held in Chicago.

The previous two recognized the restaurant's outstanding service and wine program.

What he's saying: Stuckey took the stage and shouted: "Our industry is frickin' beautiful."

Like other winners, he emphasized the importance of immigrants to the restaurant world amid federal raids. "If you are new to this country and don't speak the language, the hospitality industry is here for you," he said from the podium.

The big picture: Two restaurants, four chefs and two bar owners from Colorado were named James Beard finalists. The other finalists from Colorado who didn't win included:

Carolyn Nugent and Alen Ramos, Poulette Bakeshop in Parker, for Outstanding Pastry Chef or Baker

McLain Hedges and Mary Allison Wright, Yacht Club in Denver for Outstanding Professional in Cocktail Service

Josh Niernberg, Bin 707 Foodbar in Grand Junction for Outstanding Chef

Alma Fonda Fina in Denver for Best New Restaurant

Penelope Wong, Yuan Wonton for Best Chef: Mountain region

The intrigue: Salvador Alamilla, the chef behind Amano in Caldwell, Idaho, took home the medal for best chef in the mountain region, which includes Colorado, Idaho, Montana, Utah and Wyoming.

Zoom in: First nominated in 2016, Stuckey and chef Lachlan Mackinnon-Patterson opened Frasca in 2004.

The Boulder restaurant has since collected a variety of national nods, including consecutive Michelin Stars in 2023 and 2024.

The Frasca Hospitality Group operates several Colorado restaurants, including Pizzeria Alberico, which sits next door to Frasca, and Tavernetta and Sunday Vinyl in Denver.

Last year, the team opened a second Tavernetta location tucked inside the Four Seasons Resort Vail.

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From left, Peter Hoglund, Danette Stuckey, Bobby Stuckey, Sergei Kiefel, Lachlan Mackinnon Patterson and Alberto Hernandez attend the 2025 James Beard awards Monday in Chicago. Photo: Jeff Schear/Getty Images for James Beard Foundation

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After months of restoration efforts, Juan Padro's Denver restaurant empire expanded by one in mid-August with the birth of his second Mister Oso location in the corner formerly inhabited by Ogden Street South.

The space: The new eatery is a feast for the eyes, with a big, celebratory splash of tropical color. 

The longtime dive bar subtly tucked into the Wash Park neighborhood got a fresh coat of signature mint paint on its exterior, while the inside was wrapped with wallpaper donning flora and flying animals, and lush greenery affixed to the ceiling dangled in a bougie, lounge area.

The menu: Casual, shareable Central and South American-inspired snacks and entrees run the gamut, along with a variety of adult drinks from the classic margarita to inventive cocktails like the Ruby Moon with mezcal, sweet vermouth and Campari.

Starters range from bright, rotating ceviche, a duo of flaky BBQ chicken empanadas, and the tried-and-true shaved Brussels sprout salad with sweet, dehydrated cantaloupe chunks and a blanket of cotija cheese.

Order this: If you're a meat-eater, you mustn't miss the birria taco, a traditional Jalisco dish, that comes two to an order with slow-stewed short rib and gooey cheese.

As for the rest of the taco options, a stack of warmed tortillas greets you on a neon cafeteria-style tray beside your mixed-and-matched protein selections. The crispy coconut shrimp tastes like you're on vacation, while the smoked chicken is cooked to perfection and has a slight hickory sweet-stickiness. 

Two vegetarian-friendly options round out the taco fillings; our favorite is the roasted cauliflower al pastor. Small scoops of fresh and confident sides — such as slaw — fill and flavor your creations. 

Indulge and order the simple and oh-so satisfying collection of tangled, sugary churro strips. 

Pro tip: The new eatery's happy hour runs from 3-6pm every day, with snack and drink discounts aplenty.

Mister Oso lands in Wash Park with DIY pan-Latin taco platters

If you're a meat-eater, you mustn't miss the birria taco, a traditional Jalisco dish, that comes two to an order.

Mister Oso Wash Park. Photo: Gigi Sukin/Axios

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