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Mark Antonation
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Communication Manager, COLORADO RESTAURANT ASSOCIATION
Denver
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Food Culture , Restaurants , Food And Beverage
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By Mark Antonation| 5280 Magazine Verified Five years after structural issues forced the closure of the GrowHaus’ building in Denver’s Elyria-Swansea neighborhood, the nonprofit food justice organization has officially said goodbye to its long-time home. On April 7, crews razed the 80-year-old greenhouse that had served as the GrowHaus’ main hub for a decade. In February 2020, engineers preparing for planned construction projects discovered problems that rendered the structure unsafe.
By Mark Antonation| 5280 Magazine Verified Tommy Lee’s Hop Alley is no stranger to glowing reviews and accolades, even in this magazine. But for the Chinese restaurant’s staff, it still hit like a bombshell when it was listed as a 2025 James Beard Award semifinalist in January for, of all things, Outstanding Wine and Other Beverages Program. “I thought Hop Alley’s wine program was important to maybe 75 people in Denver, but to be recognized on a national level was very surprising,” says wine director Jacob Roadhouse.
By Mark Antonation| 5280 Magazine Verified A big announcement came from the James Beard Foundation on Wednesday as the New York City–based culinary organization named its 2025 Chef and Restaurant Award nominees in 14 food, beverage, and hospitality categories. The foundation introduced three new categories this year—Best New Bar, Outstanding Professional in Beverage Service, and Outstanding Professional in Cocktail Service—in honor of its 35th anniversary.
Company Info
COLORADO RESTAURANT ASSOCIATION
The Colorado Restaurant Association & Foundation is a key organization for Colorado’s foodservice and hospitality industry, consisting of the Colorado Restaurant Association (CRA) and the Colorado Restaurant Foundation (CRF). Established in 1933 and 1987, respectively, the CRA advocates for restaurant owners, while the CRF focuses on workforce development and education initiatives. The organization represents over 12,400 establishments and 5,000 restaurant members, contributing more than $14 billion in annual sales and supporting over 238,000 jobs in Colorado. The CRA provides advocacy, compliance resources, and networking opportunities, while the CRF offers educational programs, mental health support, and financial relief. Their workforce development initiatives include the Colorado ProStart® program, an apprenticeship model, and training for new hospitality entrants. Additionally, they provide resources for mental health and emergency aid, ensuring the well-being of industry professionals.
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Founded: 1933