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There was a lot of beauty and joy in the restaurant world in 2024, and a lot of heartbreak, angst and headaches. In fact, the two sides of the plate seem to be a part of every discussion these days. So, while inflation and closings and the minimum wage took a toll, nixtamalized corn tortillas, soup dumplings, hand-rolled bagels and escargot wontons helped us see the light.

A family business is doubling its footprint in north Denver next year as it adds another kitchen and storefront for its sought-after tamales and tortillas. Pochitos Tortilla Factory, 4421 Tejon St., will expand into another building less than a mile east at 4200 Jason St., owner Levi Luna said. He plans to start renovating next month and open up for to-go sales in March. Pochitos Tortilla Factory in Denver plans to open a second location nearby.

Dear Eric: I’ve been friends with “Steven” for 40 years. We’ve dabbled in romance a few times when we were both single, but we always return to the platonic comfort zone. We live in separate states and haven’t seen each other for 15 years. We talk on the phone about once a month, and I’m satisfied with that. Steven, however, continues to press for getting together.

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PowerPoint for Microsoft 365 makes it easy to accommodate those with hearing impairments or language barriers. These features don’t just enhance accessibility—they make presentations clearer and more inclusive for everyone. Thankfully, they're very easy to set up.