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The signature taco burgers @felipes109 catch our

The signature taco burgers @felipes109 catch our eye too late; we’ve already aimed our taste buds at an order of Garbage Nachos with green chile queso and a Sombrero Burger combo. While a 20-plus minute trip between Felipe’s and home will put some serious strain on any chips, the nachos’ thick, sturdy tortilla chips here have less sog than store-bought. That’s great, because that flavorful queso has some downright fiery spice, a proper “hot” heat level, and we don’t want to lose a drop, though we do sop up what’s left with gusto using the excellent french fries. They’re at a near-perfect intersection of soft, hot and golden brown delicious, and we’re damn happy. Still, it’s that Sombrero Burger that wins our love. Read more at csindy.com. #foodreview #coloradosprings #csindy

The @pikespeakchildrensmuseum officially opened th

The @pikespeakchildrensmuseum officially opened the doors at its new location in southeast Colorado Springs on April 10. “We have been at this since 2005 without a location,” says Nohea March, executive director of the Pikes Peak Children’s Museum. “During that time we’ve just been a mobile museum and have done a lot in the community. We’ve gotten our name out that way, going into schools, community centers, all the community events we could get to.” Read more at csindy.com. #coloradosprings #childrensmuseum #csindy

Don’t forget to pick up our annual guide to cann

Don’t forget to pick up our annual guide to cannabis in southern Colorado out on racks today and available online at csindy.com! #cannaverse #cannabis #southerncolorado #csindy #alwaysfree

We’re looking for companies and organizations wh

We’re looking for companies and organizations who are helping improve their employees’ quality of life through increased awareness around mental health and wellness. Submit your nominations at csbj.com/nominate now through April 15.

It’s interesting that the style of beer called t

It’s interesting that the style of beer called the Baltic porter has less in common with the porter, an English style of ale, than with a black lager. Despite the name, a Baltic porter is in fact a type of lager, meaning it’s fermented at low temperatures with different strains of yeast. @lostfriendbrewingco’s take, Varnas Baltic porter, comes in at 8 percent ABV and $14 per crowler. Our first impressions of this beer are that it’s sweet and caramel-flavored, followed by a pleasant nuttiness that reminds us of toasted nuts that would top a pastry. Read more at csindy.com. #drinkreview #coloradosprings #csindy

From Indy Food and Drink Editor Matthew Schniper:

From Indy Food and Drink Editor Matthew Schniper: I’m not one usually sucked in by almost artificially bright food colors, but damn if @mischeffoodtruck's seasonal-special Thin Mint cheesecake (worth every one of five dollars) doesn’t work some laser voodoo mind control magic on me, forcing me to order it. It’s got a cookie crumble base and full cookie garnish, plus a thick layer of chocolate topping above the avocado-meat-green cheesecake layer, rich with the Girl Scouts’ flagship sugar-vessel flavor. Read more at csindy.com. #foodreview #coloradosprings #csindy

We’re looking for companies and organizations wh

We’re looking for companies and organizations who are helping improve their employees’ quality of life through increased awareness around mental health and wellness. Submit your nominations at csbj.com/nominate now through April 15.

Patru Dumitru is a mushroom microgreen wunderkind

Patru Dumitru is a mushroom microgreen wunderkind. If that wasn’t a thing, it is now. After dropping out from a year of business school at UCCS, he started a hydroponics business at age 19 in his parents’ garage, selling a rig he designed called the “HerbaHammock.” Sold for $125, it could grow 30 lettuce heads monthly. He wanted to empower people living in apartments or places without backyards to grow their own food, but after a couple years of giving it a go at farmers markets and failing to make much money, he embarked on a new journey. A local chef had asked him one day if he grew microgreens, so he looked into it, and became interested. Long story short, the idea clicked, he found buyers, expanded his operations, and now, at age 24, he’s operating a company named @microvora out of a 2,000-square-foot warehouse and selling to 40-plus clients around town. Adam’s Mountain Café buys from him. So does Margarita at Pine Creek, Chiba Bar, Rooster’s House of Ramen, R&R Coffee Café, The Joint Food Truck … the list goes on. He says he’s moving 400 pounds of eight mushroom varieties weekly now, plus another 40 pounds of 20 microgreen variants — that’s a lot considering how lightweight those gossamer sproutlings are. Read more at csindy.com. #mushrooms🍄 #coloradosprings #foodnews #csindy

Don’t forget to grab today’s Indy for our annu

Don’t forget to grab today’s Indy for our annual Insider issue — your guide to the Pikes Peak region. Each year we highlight some of what makes the area great, from its cutting-edge restaurants to its booming arts scene and stunning outdoor recreation. This guide is meant for newcomers, tourists and locals alike — for anyone who wants to know the region better. Last year, we published Insider days before the first COVID-19 lockdown forced temporary closures and event cancellations. This year, we’re publishing Insider in the midst of nationwide vaccine distribution, when all of us are looking forward to some sense of normalcy — as soon as we can get it. A lot has changed in the past 12 months, and more will change before we bring you Insider 2022, but there’s one thing that remains constant: Colorado Springs, El Paso County, the Pikes Peak region... this is home. It’s a place of incredible natural beauty and vibrant culture, and no matter the challenge, we come out stronger on the other side. So take some time to explore all the area has to offer. Just be sure to do so safely and responsibly. We’re here to help. #insider #guide #pikespeakregion #csindy

@lolleysicecream recently launched in Monument and

@lolleysicecream recently launched in Monument and cuteness pervades, with bright colors everywhere and the fun, engaging branding artwork by area illustrator Mark Ludy — featuring Lolley, a happy anthropomorphic cow, seen in a rear dining room mural handing out ice cream cones to googly-eyed children in a verdant mountain meadow. In real life, that ice cream’s outstanding. Read more at csindy.com. #icecream #foodreview #csindy

We’re looking for companies and organizations wh

We’re looking for companies and organizations who are helping improve their employees’ quality of life through increased awareness around mental health and wellness. Submit your nominations at csbj.com/nominate now through April 15.

Don't forget to submit your best snow pictures for

Don't forget to submit your best snow pictures for Photo of the Day at csindy.com/photos! #snow #coloradolife #pikespeakregion #csindy #photooftheday📷

Hey nonprofits! The Give! Campaign is accepting ap

Hey nonprofits! The Give! Campaign is accepting applications from nonprofits in the Pikes Peak Region for the 2021 Give! Campaign. Be part of the rising tide that lifts all boats! 🧡 You can apply between March 15 and April 16th at indygive.com. Now more than ever philanthropy is needed to support our vital local nonprofits. 🧡 @indygive is planning a powerful year-end campaign to help mobilize our community to emerge strong from this crisis and rebuild. 🧡 Groups selected to participate get access to capacity building training and media exposure, and will be featured in the Give! Guide and on their online fundraising platform at indygive.com, throughout November and December. #indygive #liveheregivehere #strongertogether

@twosuns_superfoods inside @coatiuprise (coatiup

@twosuns_superfoods inside @coatiuprise (coatiuprise.com/two-suns) released a revamped menu March 1, reflective of some early lessons learned about what’s (not) selling during evening hours inside the food hall. While smoothies remain on the menu, more savory plates have arrived, and consultant Nissa Buth (Ola Juice Bar) says there’s a tentative plan for rotating guest chefs. Read more at csindy.com. #foodnews #downtowncos #csindy

Join local and state leaders to discuss Colorado’s safe and secure election process. Secretary of State Jena Griswold will discuss the state’s election processes and how she works to protect its security. Sarah Johnson is the city clerk for Colorado Springs. Her responsibilities include overseeing local, municipal elections. Mattie Gullixson of the National Cybersecurity Center will discuss securing options for overseas and disabled voters. The free virtual event will be held at noon-1 p.m., March 25, via Zoom. Register at csindy.com/events. #electionsecurity #electionprocess #colorado

Don't forget to tune into the Indy's Facebook page

Don't forget to tune into the Indy's Facebook page for our #RoastoftheTown Community Coffee Event happening now! Live music from @errantderyk as well as the announcement of this year’s winner!! #drinkcoffee #livemusic #csindy

Hey, coffee lovers! We love you a latte! Especiall

Hey, coffee lovers! We love you a latte! Especially all of you who have participated in this year's #RoastoftheTown! Dont forget you still have all day to go try our participating coffee shops' featured drinks to help us find our 2021 #RoastoftheTown trophy winner that will be announced on our Facebook page between 9 to noon tomorrow morning! More info at indyroastofthetown.com. #drinkcoffee #wingiftcards #csindy

Our Food & Drink Editor @matthewschniper got to to

Our Food & Drink Editor @matthewschniper got to tour the new @kinshiplanding, which will be having a grand opening for Homa from longtime local Chef/Restaurateur Jay Gust (The Ritz, Pizzeria Rustica, TAPAteria) inside the boutique hotel on March 10. Check out more photos and read about the eatery/bar at csindy.com. #foodnews #downtowncos #csindy

Did someone say gift cards?!??! Congrats to Indy #

Did someone say gift cards?!??! Congrats to Indy #RoastoftheTown giveaway winners @elle_victoria_renck, @roneesmith, @babygirlv716, @caskron, @megsevere and @kbfirlit!!! Please check your inbox! More giveaways coming this week!!! Learn how to win at indyroastofthetown.com. And don't forget #Roastofthetown has been extended until Feb. 27! #drinkcoffee #supportlocalbusinesses #wingiftcards

We've got great news!!! Since the weather has been

We've got great news!!! Since the weather has been a little gross this week, we're extending this year’s #RoastoftheTown through Feb. 27. The Community Coffee Event will now be at 9 a.m. Feb. 27 live streamed on the Indy’s Facebook. Check out indyroastofthetown.com to see the participating coffee shops' featured drinks! #drinkcoffee #wingiftcards #csindy

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