COCKTAILS AND CHERRY PIE
Enjoy this month’s sweet and boozy collaboration between Gold Star Bakery and The Principal’s Office at Ivywild School: the Sloe Gin Collins served with a slice of cherry pie. The drink is traditionally made from sloe gin, lime juice and sparkling water. Sloe gin is steeped with a fruit called sloes, a type of drupe similar to plums. The process gives it a slight orangey-red color and a fruity aroma. The drink pairs well with the tart and juicy cherry pie, and the two treats are being offered for $14.95.
1604 S. Cascade Ave.
Gold Star Bakery: Wed–Thu 3 p.m.–8 p.m.; Fri–Sat 3 p.m.–9 p.m.
Principal’s Office: Sun 11 a.m.–9 p.m.; Mon–Thu 11 a.m.–10 p.m.; Fri–Sat 11 a.m.–11 p.m.
PORK RAMEN
At Night Ramen in downtown, enjoy their classic Tokyo Shoyu ramen. This steaming hot bowl of pork broth is served topped with chashu pork, soy sauce, charred corn, bok choy and a soft poached egg. It’s a cozy bowl of umami and sweet flavors that’s perfect for a chilly night out or in.
324 E. Pikes Peak Ave.
Sun–Thu 5 p.m.–10 p.m.; Fri–Sat 5 p.m.–11:30 p.m.
BBQ BUFFET
Chuckwagon BBQ sells out daily thanks to its mouthwatering Texas-style barbecue. To sample their offerings, try the Texas Trinity, which includes brisket, pork ribs and sausage with two sides and bread. Sides include potato salad, coleslaw, beans, mac and cheese and elote.
6453 Omaha Blvd.
Thu–Sun 12 p.m. until sold out (usually 3–4 hours).