Only in Denver could a potato rival a Parisian pastry. Denver Macaron reimagines the classic French confections with a modern twist—each petite treat is vegan and gluten-free. Founded by Jamie Picasarri and pastry chef Nikki Finley, the bakery crafts impossibly airy macarons that rival the best of Paris. “Our goal was to redefine the traditional macaron by creating something entirely new and completely vegan,” Jamie shares. “To replace eggs, we use potato protein sourced directly from France, giving our macarons the same delicate balance of texture and taste you’d expect from a traditional macaron.” With seasonal flavors like gingerbread, peppermint, and chocolate hazelnut, they make for chic, last-minute gifts or impressive dessert-table showpieces. Their upcoming 12 Days of Macarons box gives 10% of the profits back to The Denver Animal Shelter—a sweet indulgence that’s as thoughtful as it is delicious. And with nationwide delivery, it’s easy to share Denver’s spin on a Parisian classic with anyone on your list.
News Bites
- The Brown Palace’s Ship Tavern revamps its menu with the introduction of a raw bar and a rotation of seasonal dishes.
- In the second episode of the Denver-based documentary series Portal Connects, chefs explore the intersection of food and community. “Building the Table” spotlights Hannah Elkins of Root Down and Manny Barella of Riot BBQ, whom some may recognize from Top Chef. Together, they offer an inside look at Riot and Boulder’s Rosetta Hall, giving viewers a front-row seat to culinary innovation and the personalities behind the kitchens.
- West Highland welcomes Paperboy’s first location outside of Texas. The new brunch spot brings its nostalgic favorites—from seasonal Pop-Tarts to its signature pancakes.
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