El Mesón de Liz
🌮 A NEW restaurant has made its way to Aurora! Welcome to El Meson de Liz! If you love authentic and delicious Mexican food, you're in luck! El Meson de Liz is easily a new favorite; they have everything from fresh shrimp ceviche, rich Pozole, and Menudo to savory enchiladas like their Enchiladas de Mole, flavorful Machaca con Huevos, and that's not all. Their traditional dishes include fan favorites like pork carnitas, chiles rellenos, tamales, carne a la tampiquena, quesabirrias, and tacos de adobada. Plus, who can forget their refreshing margaritas and cocktails to enjoy on their patio? This is definitely a new gem to check out. Besides, Mexican food is always the move! So, who's hungry?
📍 El Mesón de Liz: 2101 N Ursula St #25, Aurora, CO 80045
Aurora Brews Cruise Part 5
Need more #aurorabrewscruise plans this week? We're spotlighting the best places to sip some brewskies while hanging out on the patio and enjoying that summer breeze. There's still time to collect #aurorabrewscruise stamps! Make sure to hand in your maps at your final stop on your Brews Cruise journey to enter the final grand prize drawing!
🍻 Second Dawn Brewing | 2302 Dayton St
The name Aurora, which means "dawn" in Latin, is a fitting tribute to the twofold start of your day: the workday's beginning and the second dawn of enjoyment. Enter Second Dawn Brewery, a neighborhood gem that began as a "happy place" for brewer Ross Koenigs, a leading figure and innovator in the brewing world. With seasonal innovations, Second Dawn offers a brew for every occasion. From cozy pumpkin spice ales in the fall to crisp Mexican lagers, tangy chili, mango, and tamarind sour ales, and refreshing summer fruit-infused brews, as well as classic pilsners and Vienna lagers, they always hit the mark. Enjoy their lively patio, where you can play cards and board games and bring your furry friends while soaking up some music. Second Dawn is truly the ultimate local hangout.
🍻 Launch Pad Brewery | 1884 S Buckley Rd
Step into Launch Pad Brewery, a neighborhood microbrewery with a space-themed taproom that’s out of this world. Located near Buckley Air Force Base, this veteran-owned brewery offers a diverse selection of beers. Opt for a classic Pale Ale or Kolsch, or venture into something exciting like a Milkshake IPA or a seasonal Barleywine. When the weather warms up, their patio becomes the hotspot for fun. Enjoy events like Yappy Hour, where you can bring your furry friends and savor offerings from rotating food trucks. Join in for board game and trivia nights, indulge in beer and cheese pairings, and be on the lookout for seasonal beer releases.
Minsoo Song from Global Fest + Jonathan & Manny Tejada of Taco Bron
Saturday, don't miss Global Fest, a free, multicultural experience bringing the sights, sounds, and flavors of nations worldwide to celebrate the diverse people and communities that call Aurora home! This family-friendly event includes two stages of performances, an international marketplace, the Parade of Nations, a Fashion Show, art displays, creative activities for children, and a variety of local food trucks, including the nationally acclaimed Taco Bron. Full episode here: https://bit.ly/44k8CGC
Get Ready for Global Fest 2024
Celebrate Global Fest with Aurora, Colorado City Hall on Saturday, August 17! From the best cuisine to captivating music and art, Global Fest is Aurora’s tribute to the rich cultures that make our city unique!
Experience the dynamic blend of our community, where a wealth of multicultural experiences come together. With over 160 languages spoken and a great representation of cultures from across the globe, Aurora stands out as one of the most diverse cities in the U.S. We take pride in celebrating the sights, sounds, and flavors that make our city a must-visit for cultural exploration!
Discover more things to do at Global Fest: https://www.visitaurora.com/blog/things-to-do-at-global-fest/
📍 Global Fest | Aurora Municipal Center | 11 am - 6 pm | FREE
Aurora Brews Cruise Part 4
We’re kicking off the weekend with an exciting stop on the #aurorabrewscruise! Calling all cider enthusiasts—if beer isn’t quite your style, we’ve got you covered. Discover this week’s spotlight, Haykin Family Cider ,the award-winning small-batch cidery that's making waves. Cheers to a great weekend with great cider!
🍻 Haykin Family Cider| 12001 E 33rd Ave UNIT D
We never miss a chance to rave about Haykin Family Cider, a small-batch cider producer that creates sparkling, wine-like ciders with a range of sweetness levels. True to its stem-to-glass philosophy, this cidery offers a unique experience with modern décor and an exposed production facility. Elevating the apple to new heights, Haykin emphasizes the flavor and complexity of distinctive apple varieties. Their tasting flights are refreshingly crisp, offering a delightful sip whether you prefer semi-dry or sweet options. Enjoy their fresh flights, featuring varieties like the McIntosh, with its crisp, lemony notes, and Yarlington Mill, an English apple with dark fruit and cocoa hints. Like what you taste? Order online for delivery right to your doorstep—nothing says "welcome home" like cider at your door!
🍻 Great brews await! Participate before August 30 for the chance to win exciting prizes!
1. Visit any of the participating breweries to kick off your Brews Cruise experience. Purchase your $10 registration, which includes a limited-edition pint glass and a detailed map of all participating breweries.
2. Collect Stamps: With each brewery visit, buy a drink and receive a custom stamp on your map. Each stamp represents a unique memory and a new flavor discovered.
3. Complete Your Map: Once you've collected all the stamps, leave your completed map at your final brewery stop to enter the grand prize drawing. Fabulous prizes, ranging from $50 and up, await the lucky winners.
Spinelli's Market
Spinelli's Market has made its way to Aurora! This Colorado staple is home to some stellar sandwiches like the famous Jerry's Classic Italian and Turkey Cranberry Gouda, and you can find many items grown locally! Located in the hub beside the Anschutz Medical Campus, Spinelli's is the perfect spot to grab lunch with friends, make a quick grocery trip, and find Colorado-fresh produce!
📍 Spinelli's Market: 12955 E Montview Blvd, Aurora, CO 80045
Guadalajara
🌯 Experience the vibrant taste of Mexico at Guadalajara Family Mexican Restaurant! Featuring classics, including tostadas, fajitas, and top-tier enchiladas, and for your sweet tooth, Adelitas, and Chimichanga Manzanas, your mouth will be watering in no time. With an energetic ambiance and flavor-packed dishes, Guadalajara needs to be your next stop in Aurora!
📍Guadalajara Family Mexican Restaurant: 1001 S Abilene St, Aurora, CO 80012
Aurora Brews Cruise Part 3
Another round on the #aurorabrewscruise we go! We’re back this week, turning up the excitement and spotlighting some exciting spots where you can do more than just enjoy a great drink. From vinyl nights and comedy acts to karaoke, movie screenings, game nights, and even yoga sessions—these venues offer an array of events to elevate your experience. So, as you savor your favorite brews, dive into all the extra fun these breweries have in store!
Discover this week’s brewery spotlights:
🍻 Incantation Brewing | 4233 S. Buckley Rd
As Incantation Brewing promises, your thirst will be summoned during your visit. This brewery offers boundary-pushing beers with a heavy metal edge, showcasing a lineup that includes Mexican Lager, Dark Lager, IPA, and Double IPA, all while paying homage to its roots at Jade Mountain. The creative names of their brews are as enticing as the flavors themselves—think the tart Witchfinder sour, the refreshing Alchemy watermelon Kölsch, and the rich Crypt and Necromancer stouts. Beyond their innovative beers, Incantation Brewing hosts a range of weekly events, including Magic Mondays with black and doom metal, trivia nights paired with thrash metal, and all-day horror movie marathons on Fridays.
🍻 Cheluna Brewing Company | 2501 Dallas St #148
Cheluna is located inside Stanley Marketplace and serves Mexican-style beers at Colorado's first Latino-owned brewery. Their vibrant taproom is one of 50+ companies open to the public. The Lowrider Mexican Lager is an instant favorite, with a flavor of lime that is a tremendous hit with the casual beer drinker. Check out other refreshing summer sips like the blood orange lager, Spring Forward Fruited Lager, Chup Guava Blonde, or Fresita Cream Ale. The beer and Cheluna’s many awards speak for themselves; the flavors are always a hit in our book! Beer enthusiasts can also enjoy live music, trivia, Tuesday runs and walks, and you can watch your favorite teams on their 10-foot projection screen
Binisha Shrestha, Colorado Nepalese Community
The Aurora History Museum & Historic Sites "Mosaic of Cultures" series features a Colorado Nepalese Community Exhibit, which will be displayed for the better part of the next year. Binisha Shrestha, executive director of the Colorado Nepalese Community, gives us an inside look at this rich culture. Full episode: https://bit.ly/44k8CGC
Aurora Brews Cruise Part 2
We’re back on the #aurorabrewscruise for the week and highlighting the best spots to sip great brews with crazy good bites!😋🍺
Find out this week’s brewery spotlights:
🍻 Six Capital Brewing and BBQ | 16701 E. Iliff Ave.
When it comes to unique specialty beers, Six Capital Brewing Co. does not disappoint. Using local Colorado ingredients as much as possible, adventuresome beer drinkers will be pleased with offerings like Cascadian Dark Ale and Lemondrop Wheat. They also have a fantastic selection of vintage beers, ideal for the casual craft beer enthusiast. Also, you can’t miss their amazing menu featuring delicious BBQ, including a fan-favorite, Barbecuterie Board, and more pitmaster specialties like their nachos featuring their signature BBQ drizzle and green chili queso, and smokehouse green chili mac and cheese! This is definitely an Aurora gem you don’t want to miss!
🍻 A Bit Twisted Brewpub and BBQ | 3095 S. Peoria St #B
Take the amazing flavors of Texas BBQ and add the artistry of Colorado craft brews, and you’ll have a great experience. Don’t just take our word for it, A Bit Twisted is a Restaurant Guru’s and RestaurantJi’s recommended establishment and is listed as a Top 10 Pub and Bar in Aurora! From unique brews like the Candy Paint Job stout featuring caramel, A Buttery Ash-hole red ale with notes of whiskey chipped butterscotch coffee, and refreshing Watermelon Wheat, beer aficionados are in for a treat. Plus, they smoke their brisket and pulled pork to perfection, so you can enjoy it in many forms, from platters and tacos to sandwiches. Their selection of beers and barbecue menu speak for themselves, so make sure to visit!
Click the link to see how to participate in the Aurora Brews Cruise this summer: https://www.visitaurora.com/brewscruise/
Bryson Knight & Dr. Angela Bryant, Eye Envy Vision
Eye Envy Vision is an independent, locally owned optometry practice in Aurora founded by Colorado natives Bryson Knight and Dr. Danielle Gloster with a mission to provide exceptional eye and vision care regardless of demographics, ethnicity, or preference while fostering a spirit of community connection. Full episode: https://bit.ly/44k8CGC
Aurora Brews Cruise Part 1
Beat the heat by joining in on the #aurorabrewscruise this week! Refresh, sip, and savor incredible beers straight from the tap! Don’t forget to receive your stamps on your map for the chance to win fun prizes and giveaways while sippin’ away! Happening now until August 30th! Click the link for more information: https://www.visitaurora.com/brewscruise/
Check out this week’s brewery spotlights!
🍻 Bent Barley Brewing Company | 6200 S. Main St
Bent Barley at Southlands offers a diverse selection of ales and lagers, including favorites like the Honey Kolsch. Their lively taproom is a local hotspot, perfect for enjoying a pint or flight of their brews alongside delicious food nearby. Plus, you can enjoy Trivia Night - every 2nd and 4th Monday of every month!
🍻 Dry Dock Brewing Company | 15120 E. Hampden Ave
Did you know Dry Dock is the first brewery to open in Aurora? Beer aficionados will be pleased with their wide selection of award-winning brews. At 6,500 square feet in total, enjoy their family-friendly tasting room with over 180 seats and 16 taps. They even offer brewing supplies and fun classes at the Brew Hut located right next door to the taproom!
🍻 Two22 Brew | 4550 S. Reservoir Rd
Two22 Brew is a place to socialize and enjoy great craft beers, guests are also welcome to bring their dogs on their patio during the warmer months, and enjoy their weekly food trucks. With a mission in mind, Two22 Brew donates $2.22 of every $10 to Colorado non-profits, so you can feel good about drinking locally. Blondes, ales, milk stouts, sours, porters, IPAs, and more can be may be found on their menu!
Kristen Sutter, Aurora Brews Cruise
Aurora is home to an array of breweries that all have unique themes & share a common passion for the science and artistry behind brewing. Experience it with the inaugural Aurora Brews Cruise, happening now through August 31st! More here: https://bit.ly/4ciSdGk
