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November 10, 2014

I would eat Pizzeria Rustica every day

November 10, 2014

Pizza is my life. No, really. I love any kind of pizza – chain, delivery, thin crust, Chicago style, it really doesn’t matter. But if I’m looking for a great authentic Italian pizza, I head to Old Colorado City for a peach bellini and slice of Margherita at Pizzeria Rustica.

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Filed Under: Local Eats, Pizza Tagged: Colorado Springs, Old Colorado City, pizza, restaurants

October 26, 2014

The final outdoor happy hour of the fall

October 26, 2014

The weather in Colorado Springs this fall has been exceptionally warm but the time for patio happy hours without a parka and gloves is coming to an end. It seemed to be one of the final warm days of the season, so mom and I decided to hit Crystal Park Cantina in Manitou Springs for one last outdoor drink.

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Filed Under: Cocktails, Happy Hour, Local Eats, Manitou Springs Tagged: Colorado Springs, drinks, happy hour, margaritas, patios

October 17, 2014

I gave Mission Coffee Roasters baristas a mission…

October 17, 2014

I stopped by Mission Coffee Roasters after leaving the studio and wanted to grab a quick lo-cal drink to sip on my way to work. As soon as I walked in, I gave the baristas a mission – to make me something sugar-free. They gladly accepted and the result was delicious.

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Filed Under: Coffee, Local Eats Tagged: coffee, Colorado Springs

October 15, 2014

Oktoberfest feast from Schnitzel Fritz

October 15, 2014

We decided to celebrate Oktoberfest at work, and instead of firing up the office grill we ordered a German meal from Schnitzel Fritz. With such a large spread, if I had wanted seconds of something I’m not sure I’d have had enough room for any.

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Filed Under: Local Eats Tagged: Colorado Springs, German, Oktoberfest

October 10, 2014

Blackberry Smash at Ivywild is a smashing success

October 10, 2014

I went to the Colorado Springs Young Professionals meetup at The Principal’s Office and decided to try something different. The Blackberry Smash was delicious. Made with freshly smashed blackberries, lime, bourbon, mint and something sparkling to give it some bubbles, for something sweeter than I’d normally get, I’d order it again.

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Filed Under: Cocktails, Local Eats Tagged: bars, cocktails, Colorado Springs, drinks

September 30, 2014

Masterpiece Delicatessen is a master of salads

September 30, 2014

When the Colorado Springs Pure Barre team spent a few days training in Denver, we had lots of time to try new restaurants and delis. Lucky for us, we got some great recommendations on places to eat over the weekend. Masterpiece Delicatessen is one of the awesome restaurants in the Highlands area of Denver.

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Filed Under: Around Colorado, Denver Tagged: deli, Denver, Highlands, salad

September 20, 2014

Don’t mix up Coal Mine Dragon and Coal Mine Dragon…they’re different!

September 20, 2014

There are two Coal Mine Dragon Chinese restaurants in Colorado Springs. If that’s not already confusing, both are located on the Westside. Despite having the same name, the Uintah location wins in taste and has some great chicken entrees.

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Filed Under: Local Eats Tagged: chinese food, Colorado Springs, restaurants

September 15, 2014

Cream cheese pizza – it’s a Midwest thing.

September 15, 2014

Cream cheese pizza is a weird midwest thing. Or maybe it’s a Kansas thing? Regardless, A cream cheese pizza from Pizza Shuttle is quite possibly one of the best things you’ll eat anywhere. Top it with bacon and jalapenos and you have the perfect pizza.

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Filed Under: Kansas, Pizza, Travel Finds Tagged: Kansas, Midwest, pizza

August 23, 2014

Sonterra’s Happy Hour is always my happiest hour

August 23, 2014

The margaritas at Sonterra Grill’s happy hour are some of the best in Colorado Springs. Sonterra doesn’t just have great drinks, but the discounted food and tapas offered during their happy hour really make it worth the sit at the bar. Plus, their happy hour goes later than most other restaurants in the Springs.

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Filed Under: Cocktails, Happy Hour, Local Eats Tagged: downtown, happy hour, margaritas

June 25, 2014

Secret Nachos at Coors Field

June 25, 2014

Summer is never complete without at least one trip to Coors Field to watch the Colorado Rockies. Ballparks typically mean spending an insane amount of money on food, however there is one secret spot at Coors Field that makes a trip to see my favorite team affordable and yummy.

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Filed Under: Around Colorado, Denver Tagged: blue moon, coors field, nachos, rockies

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Headshot home Meagan Thomas is a 20-something Colorado Springs native with a passion for fitness, food and wine. Even though she’s called Colorado home for many years (forever), she loves discovering the best local restaurants, bars, boutiques, fitness studios and events in Colorado Springs and throughout the state. Springs Native is your source for tips on finding the best local restaurants, shops and businesses at 6,035 feet.

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