On today's episode presented by NOBO Dispensary and Meraki Cannabis, Kip & CB jump on the hotline to chat with Kip's boss, Kristen Rouch from EatDenver to talk about...everything. We're really banking on HR not listening to this episode. If you're looking for something to do next week, join us at The Big Eat, our annual fundraiser for local & indep…

We're back from the long weekend with hot snakes & hotter takes. CB's back from a long jaunt in Baja and Kip slept like a rock (when the dog would not). Thanks to our Holidaze Sponsors NOBO Dispensary & Meraki Cannabis. A wide array of products to celebrate 7/10, pick up your favorites at NOBO. Baja Hotel & Dining Scene Travel Woes and Extra days o…

On this week's holiday episode.. we cover it all. Dog Stuff Drama between restaurant & content creator EstPhest Begins! Phish is in Town CB's headed to the Hotel California in Baja Mexico Thanks to our sponsors NOBO Cannabis, Meraki, Flower Union & Fat Grams for the supplies for a perfect weekend. Let's celerbate what's left of this country & it's …

Through brain fog, a multiday hangover & loaded travel schedule... the boys hop in the virtual studio to recap our Super Bowl & the greatest week of the year. We run through the day by day synopsis of festivities. If you hatd FOMO via social media, you're gonna hate this even more. Excuse the incessant thank you's & shout outs, bypass the hundreds …

On the first of many episodes this week, we're running around talking about everything! First Up: Top Chef Finale Beard Foundation Awards leave Colorado wanting more! Best Things We Ate Last Week Then we sit down with Scott McDowell from Strategic Leverage to talk about the loaded docket of Food & Wine Classic in Aspen from Grand Tasting to all the…

On today's episode, we sit down with the newest edible brand on the Colorado Cannabis Scene, FLOWER UNION EDIBLES founder Jon Spadafora to talk about the launch of a new brand and edible. Jon has a long history working in the Colorado cannabis industry & has now set his sights on creating an edible made for the casual cannabis consumer. Friendly pr…

If it wasn't for our cannabis sponsors, Kip may not have made it through the weekend with the fam. All the Wilson's decended on Denver for a weekend of bonding, hiking & snacking. We recap the week that was, CB's best bites (food truck edition), Kip's hiking excursion... and tips to show your family a good time around Colorado. Spoilers for Top Che…

We rerecorded the intro of today's episode to include yet another tragic story that shook the Colorado community this weekend. Our episode is presented by the amazing & new dispensary group in Denver, NOBO! Located at 9th & Lincoln. You need to visit this shop, its the perfect stop off on your way home from work or on a lunch break DT. Great produc…

On today's episode we recap the long weekend. Discuss seafood preferences, mushroom environments & just catch up. Been too long since the boys could just chat. Thanks to our sponsors Flower Union & Meraki Cannabis for the primo products, it really had our brains firing on cylinders for this one. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.sprea…

Our schedule has sucked & we apologize for that.. our production level is low bc Kip is an idiot, but lucky for you we have a semi-coherent episode thanks to our wonderful guest Denise Mickelsen from the CO Restaurant Association. We're back with a 6x Guest of the Stoned Appetit podcast to talk about the Hospitality industry rallying around a good …

We're back.. i dont know what's been going on with us, but we're back and sadly we have some shit to talk about. Over the weekend multiple restaurants were put on blast & rightfully so. Stone Cellar Bistro in Arvada went after mom's on Mothers Day Weekend and the community has come for them. Poor behavior in the restaurant by staff & worse behavior…

We're trying to get back in our groove & enjoy the world at the same time.. we ate well & partied hard for the Holidaze last week and we recap it for the gourmand's in Colorado. Looking to try out the new Cannabis lounge, we got some tips.. just looking for good smoke & pasta in Denver? We got that too.. Italian eats all around. In addition, we wan…

Shoutout to our sponsors Meraki Cannabis for this kickass celebratory week! Today's Munchie Monday episode we sit down with Cirrus Social Club Founder Arend Richard to talk about the revolutionary new cannabis consumption lounge that is sure to make waves (and clouds) in the Colorado scene. Snacks, Smokes, Sips & all the bells and whistles that go …

On this episode of Stoned Appetit, we're getting back into our boring ass routine. Smoke Weed, Eat Food & Talk Shit about TV shows we actually liked. No drama this week, most of that was covered on last week's episode. For some reason that episode kept getting taken down? So we replaced the audio & reuploaded that one. Check it out if you're trying…

Loaded Episode today. 5 F+B members from across the Metro area talking about why the Restaurant Relief Act is imperative to the survival of local, independent restaurants. The community has been up in arms about the current legislation being lobbied in City Hall. Will FOH workers be taking a pay cut? Is there a way to help BOH without affecting FOH…

On today's episode presented by MERAKI Cannabis, we are recapping CB's vacation... and all the bites n sips he enjoyed along the Pacific. Sprinkle in some nautical expeditions and we've got ourselves a Pirate Podcast. In addition to that, Kip was slaying the Denver Pop Up scene last night & he gives a recap of the best bites from the week that was.…

On today's podcast presented by Olympia Rare Foods & Wagyu Den, Kip hops on the digital podcast to chat with Food & Wine Magazine's Senior Drinks Editor Prairie Rose. Prairie has a long and elustrious career working in the wine & cocktail industry. She's earned accolades for her blog & podcast "Bit by a Fox" and is gearing up for her first Food & W…

On today's episode presented by Wagyu Den & Olympia Rare Foods we chat for a hot minute Best Bites of the Week Restaurants Worthy of a Road Trip New Dinosuar Themed Digs in Denver RINO BID removes the Pedestrian Paths Best Super Bowl Snacks to Score Points Local Pop Up Deserves Their Flowers Thats it. We take some baby shots at the Federal Administ…

On today's episode, we sit down with Grant Gingerich, 20 year restauranteur to talk menu costs, service charges & the state of the industry. Grant is not just a restauranteur, he's a commercial RE owner as well. We have em join us to clear the air around rising costs in the hospitality industry. He has implemented service charges on his menu's/tick…

On today's episode presented by Wagyu Den and Olympia Rare Foods, We Recap the Week that Was. Best Bites of the Week SnowDay Snacking Kip's Sunday Funday with a bunch of rockstars Lunar New Year Parties Around CO Friendly Priced Date Nights (LOCAL) Tune In on your way to work or what have you. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreake…

On this episode of the podcast, we recap the Beard Foundation's SemiFinalist nominees and the litany of Colorado's representation across a multitude of categories. In addition, we recap Kip's HH program with EatDenver, talking about labor costs, food costs, legislation that has hindered small business growth and how the community can help small bus…

On today's episode, Kip has hit the wall but CB ate well in the neighborhood... lets recap a week of eats. Caloric intake is at an all time high as is Kips angst and anger... Enjoy the Travel recap and thoughts on the current state of affairs. Also, shoutout the hospitable folk of Alabama. The Early Bird Special hasn't hit this hard in years. Becom…

On today's podcast presented by OLYMPIA RARE FOODS & THE WAGYU DEN, we sit down in the newly renovated location of Cart Driver pizza to talk with Executive Chef Louie Betrus to talk about the long time coming, the return of one of Denver's best eateries. We talk with Chef Louie about his upbringing (Shout out Jets Pizza) and how he chose the kitche…

On today's episode, presented by Connect For Health CO ( YOU HAVE 2 DAYS TO ENROLL IN INSURNACE) we recap the best bites of the week that was, as well as talk about some ski snacks and hypothetical cuisine collabs, tune in! -Best Thing to Eat After Skiing -Hidden Gem in Wheat Ridge -LOHI Fastball -Ghost Kitchen Dankness -Perfect Pop Up Collab -Smid…

you have one week to get health insurance. go to connectforhealthco.com to see what options are available to you! First episode of Season 7 is a goodun. We recap best bites from the Holidays, Kip throws shade on Atlanta & we both had a big time over the New Years run. Sprinkle in some New Year resolutions & goals.. we're off to the races for 2025! …

On today's podcast, one of the final ones for 2024, we sit down with our presenting sponsor's representative Jessalyn Hampton from Connect for Health Colorado. Insurance has been a hot topic of conversation since......yeah, so we wanted to dispel some of the rumors about Health Insurance as well as talk about the misinformation swirling around the …

On the final episode of our series "Tenure in Denver" where we sit down with long standing Chefs in the community, we chat with Chef Dana Rodriguez of Work + Class, SMB, Carne & Casa Bonita, we talk about the trials and tribulations of trying to run a restaurant in this economy and community. Dana and Kip chat about the pains the city of Denver dis…

On today's podcast presented by CONNECT FOR HEALTH COLORADO (Open Enrollment from now until Jan 15th. Get Insurance), Kip & CB recap the week that was. Holiday Party Behavior Aspen Recap Truffle Oil Hurts My Heart Denver loses a hospitality institution Get ready for Thursday's pod. Hope everyone has a great week, finish the year on a bang. Don't fo…

On today's episode presented by Connect for Health Colorado (OPEN ENROLLMENT LASTS UNTIL JAN 15th), we sit down with Chef Jen Jasinski, 30 year Chef & 20 year Proprietor of Crafted Concepts. We sit down with Chef to talk about the 20 year anniversary of Rioja restaurant in Denver, CO. The Beard Winner for Best Chef in the Region has seen it all, de…

On today's episode presented by CONNECT FOR HEALTH CO (Enroll by December 15th & your insurance goes in to effect Jan 1), Kip & CB recap the weekend that was... playing host, celebrating us & eating good... Homemade Raclette, Tavernetta secrets, & where to grab a bite.. pair it with Kip's bday dinner at Sap Sua, hitting up RiverBear Meat and all th…

On the last episode of the week, presented by CONNECT FOR HEALTH COLORADO (Open Enrollment ends Jan 15th, get enrolled before it's too late), we sit down on location with Dana & Dave Query, Proprietors of Big Red F Hospitality Group. OUR APOLOGIES ABOUT THE BACKGROUND NOISE. RECORDING ON LOCATION IN A BUSY BAR IS KIP'S FAULT Big Red F has a litany …

On today's podcast presented by CONNECT FOR HEALTH COLORADO, we are breaking down the last of the 2024 Stoney Awards. We have some doozy's including Top Chef who Deserves More Recognition, Influencer of the Year & so many more... we talk some mild shit about one of the people in the community but besides that it's fairly tame.... Tune in on your co…

On today's episode presented by CONNECT FOR HEALTH COLORADO (The Online Marketplace for Health Insurance), we are running back Friendsgiving weekend & best bites from the week that was... Also, Don't Try to Eat 25 burritos in one sitting... it will ruin your stomach. If you're traveling for the holidays, this is your travel day listening & the epis…

On today's episode presented by CONNECT FOR HEALTH COLORADO, we sit down to break down the first 15ish awards from the voting on social media. We have winners for Top Lunch, Dive Bar, Cheap Taco & and all the cannabis selections also! We didn't want to make it a 2 hour episode, so we're breaking up and down the awards today & next tuesday. And ther…

On today's episode presented by Connect for Health Colorado, Kip has his first day with Eat Denver & we recap the best bites of the week.. then we get into the nitty gritty. Stoney Awards start today & voting is going down on our social media. We talk about some of the most contentious battles for the prestigious awards. Better bring your A game. R…

On today's episode presented by Connect for Health Colorado, we are starting to break down the nominating categories for this year's Stoney Awards. 20ish different categories, all up for grabs! Also, CB's dining experience along Larimer Square & Kip attended a Garlic Bread Party. Yep, you read that right... the greatest theme of any party ever. Che…

On today's episode presented by Connect for Health Colorado, Kip does a Monologue recapping the haze over the week that was... Election Things Colorado Restaurant Association HOSPY Awards Groovy Gravy's Myco Party Stoney Awards Incoming Pray for America, We're gonna need it Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/stoned…

On today's episode presented by Connect for Health Colorado (Open Enrollment Season has Begun!), we sit down with the touring Hip Hop group NAPPY ROOTS!!! These guys have been doing the damn thing for nearly 30 years & they haven't lost their fastball.. we chat about the group coming to fruition from their early days at Western Kentucky University,…

Cb's back in studio & we're recapping two weeks in Turkey!!! From Michelin dining experiences to hot air balloon travels and more, we get CB to break it all down for us. If you find yourself looking for a direct flight out of Denver to somewhere majestic with dank eats & thousands of years of history to visit, Turkey may be the place for you! Tune …

On today's podcast presented by Connect For Health CO & Seed Money Consulting, we are chatting Bourbon, Whiskey, Wine & Nerding out on some science too! We are chatting with High West Distillery's Director of Quality Control & Sensory AKA Vibes, Tastes, Flavors n Feels haha we are talking about the fire water that we love to sip on for football sea…

On today's episode presented by Connect For Health Colorado (Open Enrollment Starts November 1st, Don't Forget to Enroll), Kip traveled up to Lyons, CO to talk with Chef/Proprietor/Owner of Marigold restaurant Theo Adley. We talk about Chef's journey, from scrubbing pots & pans in London to working at some of Colorado's Top Restaurants... and sprin…

On the final episode of the week, Kip sits down with Edgewater Inn owner Niya Gingerich to talk about the state of the 71 year old restaurant & bar. Navigating the restaurant industry these days is tough, doing it while trying to recreate your dream bar (RIP Local 46) adds a new layer, doing it after the 2020 Pandemic makes it damn near impossible.…

On today's podcast presented by High West Distillery & Seed Money Consulting, Kip is rolling stag through a 20ish minute monologue... you're probably wondering why Kip is raw doggin the episodes solo & he will elaborate more! In addition to a brief intro, Kip gives a quick recap of Santa Barbara Bites, the Wine valley vibes and all the fun that was…

On today's podcast presented by Seed Money Consulting & High West Distillery... we're talking about betting on yourself & believing in your product, with Giles Flanigan from Blue Pan Pizza. Before we dive into that, we have to discuss the constant drama between "The Denver Foodie" and his former employer? partner? IMFROMDENVER and how they keep thr…

On today's episode presented by Seed Money Consulting & Pine Melon Market, we recap the news of the town (Thanks Oyster Bae) and the talks of our team... we've got tea from another situation in which a Denver Influencer strikes again and fleeces another restaurant. Also, We get the details on Wedding planning with CB & what is on the menu for the B…

Today's episode is presented by our friends at SEED MONEY CONSULTING, we're 2 weeks out from Extended Tax Time, meaning you need to have your ducks in a row if you punted from April! If you need help, call our friends at Seed Money Consulting Today's episode is a quick recap of Eve's donut excursion this weekend and then we dive in to 5280 Magazine…

On today's episode presented by PINE MELON, we have our Wedding Draft! With CB's wedding just around the corner, we had to get everyone in on the action. The draft is 5 rounds, 3 teams.. all decided by Queen Eve. -New Tradition -Old/Worst Tradition -Great Thing About A Wedding -Best Song to hear at a wedding -Destination Wedding (All Expenses Cover…

On today's episode presented by PINE MELON, we're chatting with Kristen Rouch, Executive Director from Eat Denver. We're just 2 weeks away from a week full of parties with Colorado's Top Chefs & Farms. Harvest Week is a celebration of a long summer's harvest & hard work paying off. 4 Nights of dinners and parties going down at Ironton Distillery, t…

On today's episode presented by PINE MELON market, CB is back from California wine country and has been eating to his heart's content. We recap the best bites of the weekend, which really hammers home seasonal vegetables & fresh seafood from the Pacific Coast... and that was just one of many meals to discuss. We also talk about navigating the BV ar…

On today's episode presented by PINE MELON MARKET, we recap the debate.. as painful as it was to watch, we kept hearing lies about our communities. We talk about the division caused by current day politics, what we can do to be better neighbors, voters & community members. We also get ready for a weekend of travel, bipping & bopping around Colorado…