Written by Jenna McGoldrick

My hands are cracking, my shoes are dusty, and I’ve found seven ways to use a rotisserie chicken. Between episodes of Tiger King, we’ve all had some time to reminiscence on the old days and what we’re going to do with the days of new. Here are some editor picks where we wish we were quarantining.

Red Rocks

Sorry Disneyland, the most magical place on Earth is right here in Colorado. Red Rocks is arguably one of the best venues in the nation, and not just for concerts. They host everything from morning yoga sessions to movies to graduations. You’ll probably find half the staff at Red Rocks the day they open back up.

- Robert Castro, Editor in Chief

Amigo Motor Lodge

I think I could quarantine for years at Amigo Motor Lodge. Situated in the heart of Salida, Amigo is a completely renovated motor lodge turned boutique hotel. Fresh coffee every morning, minimalistic rooms, and endless quips (insert exhale). There’s something in the water at Amigo, and I’m dehydrated.

- Jenna McGoldrick, Lifestyle Editor

Casa Bonita

Did somebody say sopaipilla? This Rainforest Café on steroids is most certainly on the list of places to go post-COVID. Featuring a 22-karat gold dome marking the entryway, the restaurant is filled to the brim with authenticity. Casa Bonita seats over 1,000 people, houses a massive waterfall with cliff divers, and there are plenty more activities such as Black Bart’s Cave.

- Robert Castro, Editor in Chief

Ratio Beer Works

First, because beer. Second, because dogs. While Ratio is still offering to-gos and deliveries, you can’t help but miss sitting on the patio of one of the best breweries in town.

Check out Ratio’s website for pickup and delivery options.

- Robert Castro, Editor in Chief

Retrieved from Ratio Beerworks Instagram

Aviano Coffee

As luck would have it, I discovered the new Aviano on St. Paul a mere week before quarantine hit. Consider this my letter to a love I didn’t know I was losing. Maybe it’s the people, maybe it’s massive white granite bar outside, or maybe it’s the iced oat milk chai latte sweating under the sun. I take that back. I know it’s the iced oat milk chai.

Check out Aviano’s website for pickup options.

- Jenna McGoldrick, Lifestyle Editor

Bread Bar

Dripping in nostalgia, Bread Bar is the most elevated and intimate local watering hole. This tiny bar constantly stays well ahead of the trend with new cocktails and always has their hands on rare liquors yet to make their way to Denver.

- Jenna McGoldrick, Lifestyle Editor