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There were no goodbye parties or social media posts. No explanations or heartfelt thanks. Unlike most breweries that shut their doors — and there were plenty in Colorado in 2024 that did so — these four closed with little fanfare, quietly fading away with little in the way of recognition. So here’s a short goodbye to Little Dry Creek, Mono Mono, Gordon Biersch and El Rancho. The exterior of El Rancho restaurant in Evergreen is pictured on Jan.

Flora, a new café, cocktail and wine bar, opened for business in the Golden Triangle neighborhood Saturday morning. Created by Daniel Masters, who opened Denver’s Hello Darling back in 2022, Flora will serve specialty coffee, artisanal pastries and fresh breakfast options during the day. By night, the business will transform into an intimate wine bar, offering a curated selection of fine wines and light bites. “Flora was created to bring a sense of connection and vibrancy to the Golden Triangle,” said Flora founder Daniel Masters, in a December news release. “Whether you’re grabbing a coffee to go, savoring a quiet breakfast, or enjoying a glass of wine with friends, Flora offers a little something for everyone, all day long.” Flora founder Daniel Masters poses for a photo.

Dear Eric: We have a dilemma that may seem trivial but it’s driving us crazy. We’re fortunate enough to have a vacation house on a small island. Water is kind of expensive, relatively. While we love to host extended family, one older relative horns in to do the dishes by hand although we have an excellent dishwasher. The hot water waste is incredible, it’s left running while the person talks and tells stories.

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