Farrah "Fairy" A.'s Profile

Three hour wait at the airport. What's a gal to do? Eat 'n' drink, I guess. As much as I love my McNuggets, I needed something a little less heavy for my flight back home. Timberline seem to fit the bill. It was a sit-down restaurant and the game was on. The menu was appealing, with the Colorado/Mountain/Great Outodoors-theme. Elk medallions, buffalo burgers, salmon and lighter items like shrimp cocktail and wings for apps. I just wanted a side wedge salad to go with my pinot noir. Almost too perfect, just a bit heavy on the dressing, but at least they followed my request and left out the bacon. Total without tip: $16.47

When you take a train from one concourse to another, you know this place is worth it.

I was first introduced to these giant, caramel- and candy-covered Granny Smith apples back in college when my Cali-girl roomies brought home bundles for us to munch on. It's healthy, no? Apples covered in nuts ... oh, and just a smidgen of sugar. So during my last trip Denver, I spotted this shop and my mouth dropped. I think I spent some $40 on goodies for the flight and friends back home. This time around, it was nowhere to be found in terminal C, so I trekked over to B and found it on the map (for those who've been to Denver International Airport, you know how huge this airport is).

I was literally a fat girl in a chocolate store. I snagged the pecan and caramel apple, Oreo crumbles over white concoction apple, a brick of walnut fudge, and a bag of dog-friendly "chocolate" covered dog treats for Mr. Tex-Mex back home. The damage  was only $25.

And if you think you have to wait to get home to devour these badboys, think again. They can slice them right there for you, as I explained to two business gentleman who were in just as much awe as I was, but more wary about the process of publicly consuming these giant, candied apples.

Don't forget to snag some chocolate-covered mallows, orange peels, strawberries and cherries, truffles, cookies, turtles (or, at least, their version of), pretzels, graham cracker bars ... oh lawdy, lawdy. Just sayin' that, dentist appointment needed ASAP!

Okay. So we lied to ourselves. Tired from the night before, we said we weren't going to drink, hence the trip to the salon for a pedi, dinner then Blockbuster. ...But all the slush in the snow made us crave daiquiris and 'ritas. So off to Water Tower Liquors we went. They were out of my preferred premium tequila, Don Julio, but the owner suggested another popular and much newer brand, Corzo. Loved the bottle, but that's not why I bought it. The owner knew his tequilas, as well as what customers proffered at his latest weekly tasting, so he stood proud behind his suggestion. And it wasn't because of the steeper price ($45.99). "Besides," he said. "I wouldn't suggest it if I knew you wouldn't like it. I want to keep my customers happy and coming back." We bought it and loved it. But not before we snagged a bottle of Bitch grenache.

This place no longer does the weekly tastings because the owner said it seemed to slow business rather than increase. I recommended he switch to just monthly to build anticipation. Really cool owner with a sense of community. There was a couple and their dog that waltzed in and he had no qualms with that.

Twas a snowy day, and drinks were surprisingly not on my mind. I was drained after a weeklong stay of business which is always a pleasure, but this particular night called for Blockbuster. We weren't the only ones thinking that. It was pretty full, and most of the movies we had our eyes on weren't in stock. Regardless, this is a newer Blockbuster location with endless walls of entertainment and even The Beatles Rock Band to experiment with. I'm normally a Red Box patron, so I can't believe how many movies real stores carry. I need to get my B-card soon.

If you're looking for a large selection on the menu to cater to a choosy group, Sam's No 3 is not a bad spot. Think an assortment of breakfast items like giant waffles and French toast to create-your-own omelets; lunch specialties like turkey melts and various levels of their "famous" chili; and hearty dinners mom used to make. And though chili cheese fries and a burger were tempting, I wanted to start my day off "somewhat right," so it was a few eggs and cottage cheese for me, French toast for Mariah C, and two coffees for the road. This all came out to only $13.86. Not bad.

If you mosey on past the diner setup and into the bar, it's a sport bar like atmo with what we found to be a bunch of Packers fans bellying up before the big Monday night game.

In town for the week, The Corner Office was quite fitting for our group; it actually ended up being our group's little office meet up spot for brunch, happy hour and a night cap. It's located inside the Curtis Hotel, and contrary to the hotel's tacky-chic design, I felt right at home at The Corner Office. Modern, yes, but with a playful Mad Men office theme: large black and white sexy photos of what seems to be a secretary in heels standing next to her boss, Post Its in the restroom to leave notes and stick on the message wall, and cute cocktail and entrée names on the menu. If you're not dining at one of the tables, the long bar accommodates to those enjoying cocktail hour, as well as the high boys for our group to open up the laptop and ironically get some work done.

As for entrée items, I couldn't tear away from the Southern-style Chicken and Waffles. I'm a Southern gal myself, so the crispy, steaming hot wings sitting atop an over-sized waffle all covered in sweet syrup and powdered sugar catered to my craving. Drizzle on some Tabasco and wake up those sleepy (and hungover) senses: sweet, salty, hot .... Yowza. And this, friends, is enough for two hungry people. I was saddened to leave half of my plate there. Another item worth munching on is the gourmet grilled cheese sandwich and tomato basil soup.

Cocktails? This Texas girl was happy to find Tito's Vodka on the menu, and the bartender knew how to make a great extra dirty martini and Cosmopolitan. Now if only they could bring in a DJ to sweeten up the lounge scene on the weekends, this would be an office where I could see myself burnin' the midnight oil.

*****Service was a gleaming five stars.*****

From sheep to chic, says this out-of-town visitor.

This review is strictly for their bang trimming service. Us ladies with bangin' bangs know that soon as you cut them, they instantly grow within days. So on my very last days in Denver, it was already to get trimmed up. I was looking like a sheep dog, and with the big Yelp open party coming up, I had to look gooooood.

Colorado Hair Cutting is right next to the Curtis Hotel, where I was staying, so during one of my very short breaks from work, I snuck over here. Walked in and the friendly receptionist directed me over to one of the gals. This is probably one of the best bang trimmings I've ever gotten. Stylist either get it right, or completely wrong: too short, too textured, too long, uneven. That's why I often just do them myself.

I even picked up some mini luxury travel shampoos since I wasn't too fond of the the hotel's products. The unfortunate side is that they charge for bang trimming. Most salons that I'm accustomed to, don't, and just request a tip. That's why I bought those shampoos. Ah well. It ended up costing about eight dollars for the bang trim and then another five dollar tip, shampoo/conditioner cost coming out to 23 bucks. At least I looked and felt a lot better. And you can't put a price on that.

I'd seriously consider flying out to Denver just to get my monthly pedi.

On today's winter's eve in the midst of the snow, we entered Hollywood Salon, a tiny island oasis. No, really. They have palm trees and palapas hanging over your massage chairs. You'd think it would be tacky, but trust me ladies, it's absolutely adorable.

The ladies who run this shop have got to be the sweetest people on Earth. Very engaging and I found it awesome that they knew *every* client that walked in by name, even this young boy that was no older than nine-years-old. Cutie pie.

What I loved even more about my pedi? There was no rush. I know some salons want - or think you want - to get in and out the door, but it was relaxing to take the time and rejuvenate. Take your time, let that hot water soak up your tiny toes ... flip through almost two magazines... and walk out with a smile on your face knowing it only cost 25 bucks.

Ladies and gents, treat yourself to something good here.

Buddah, Buddah, Buddah, Buddah rockin' everywhere.
Buddah, Buddah, Buddah, Buddah rockin' everywhere.
Buddah, Buddah, Buddah, Buddah rockin' everywhere.
Rockin' everywhere. Rockin' everywhere.

That about sums up my night. Booty rollin'. Shakin'. Gyrating and droppin' it like it's hot.

If you're all dolled up and looking to drink, dance and meet Mary ... or in my case, Harry, Mynt Lounge is the spot... at least on Thursday. Can you imagine how wild the weekend gets? The music playlist was filled with everything from Pit Bull to B.E.P. And I loved it. Lots of eye candy, too. Especially the señoritas. And they have bottle service for you bottle poppers who make it rain.

But if you want to chill at the downstairs connected bar, they prefer that you don't sneak through the side. Walk out the door and around. "We want to keep a distinction between Mynt Lounge and [insert other bar's name which I forgot because I was tipsy]."

"Great minds drink alike." How could you not love their tagline? How could you not love this brewery?

I came here last night for an offsite work function. We walked in, browsed the menu, did some small tastings (I recommend the Samurai or the raspberry brew), and off we were to check out the behind the scenes action. "So this is where all the magic happens..."

I definitely would suggest having a private get-together and tasting here. There are tables set up in the back so you can bring in food (we had barbecue from Yazoo.) and do a little more fun activities, like bedazzling pimp cups. The staff was more than accommodating and you can most certainly feel the passion they have for their craft.