Louis and I are off to Denver today, and I couldn’t b e more excited to get a glimpse of those Rocky Mountains in the springtime. We’ve just got one important stop along the way, and into the Rockies we go for a whole month. I am anxious to re-discover so many parts of this beautiful state. I often feel quite homesick for the view I grew up with, so much nature and colors. I suppose it’s time to dive into my roots!
One of my favorite parts of the mountains near Denver are the little treasures like this drive-thru breakfast burrito stand. And let me tell you, Lynda Lu’s burritos sure are delicious.
One week until epic views, delicious brews and familiar faces.
Denver has got some French spunk. There are actually quite a few French restaurants… I never really realized just how many until after I left.
The restaurant Le Central will always have a place in my heart.
It’s actually where I had one of my first jobs when I was 16. As this was prior to me moving to France for a year of high school, my French skills were decent I didn’t have many opportunities to exchange in the language. I totally had a field day answering the phone “Bonjour, Le Central” really emphasizing that I could handle the French “r”. I remember when French people would walk in I was so nervous to speak with them. I have a vivid memory of when my AP French class went here for lunch together for a field trip my senior year of high school. We were required to order in French (there were French waiters there at the time) and practice certain vocabulary. It seems like another life ago, before I had the knowledge I have now of the language.
When I’m in Denver, my mom and I like to come here for lunch. Traditions are nice.
Le Central is the ‘taste of Provence’ in Denver. Their menu changes daily, and are known in the mile high city for their wonderful moules-frites lunch and weekend brunch. Not to mention that they make their baguettes in-house.
Reservations are recommended.
Le Central
112 E. 8th Ave.
Denver, CO 80203
Tél: 303 863 8094
I always find myself in the Baker neighborhood with Allie when I am in Denver (proof & proof).
I just love this neighborhood. I’ve got so many memories driving in and out of Denver up and down this avenue before moving to Paris. It seems like it was another life.
Check out some of my favorite South Broadway spots in this post.
Whenever I’m in Denver I always have to pop by The Shoppe. I just love this place. Located on East Colfax & St. Paul, The Shoppe is in a fabulous part of Denver right by the Bluebird.
The Shoppe is a bakery & café specializing in cupcakes, pie & cereal. Yes, cereal, like you eat with milk. I’m a big fan of their cookie dough cupcake, and Kristen went with the tres leche. They’ve got a girly-punk atmosphere with fresh flowers and local artists’ artwork for sale. You can even play some board games while catching up with friends. What more could you ask for?
Check ‘em out on Yelp here.
It’s fantastic. Just wait until you see the inside.
The Shoppe
3103 East Colfax Avenue
Denver, Colorado 80206
Tél: 303-322-3969
