Considering Teikyo Loretto Heights University offers cultural courses that bridge gaps across the world. Teikyo Loretto Heights Theater spreads across 74,000 square feet and is situated atop the highest point in Denver. Each of the 999 guests can experience performances with state-of-the-art technology which reverberates every sound from its wide stage making it a worthwhile experience.

Open for dinner only, the Mizuna restaurant is a delightful surprise. Offering some great food and equally matching ambiance, the place has managed to garner quite a fan following. Sample some menu classics like Chilean Sea Bass, Slow roasted Pork Belly and Scottish Salmon with their fine collection of vintage wines. Mizuna promises to give you a right royal experience. End your meal with the mouthwatering cocoa dusted beignets or espresso creme brulée and you are sure to come back for more.

Olive Garden serves up authentic Italian cuisine. Their signature bread sticks and one-of-a-kind menu make them an American icon. Standard Italian options like bruchetta, calamari, ravioli, and eggplant parmigiana line their lengthy menu. More exotic items like salmon, chicken dishes, and innovative pizzas are also available. For the calorie-counter, Olive Garden has a range of low fat and low carbohydrate options. Their bottomless salads ensure a well-balanced feast. Enjoy your meal with a bottle from their extensive wine list or one of their tropical island drinks. Finally, top it all off with a little something from their dessert menu- their cakes, custards, and ice creams are sure to win you over.

Electric bills are of no concern at Swallow Hill, America's second largest school of folk music, for it specializes in nothing but acoustic music. This multi-dimensional facility offers more than 300 music classes for both adults and kids on everything from mandolin playing to songwriting. Every Thursday night it sponsors sing-a-longs, jam sessions, and open stage performances, which are always free to the public. The year-round concert series attracts both local and nationally acclaimed folk musicians.

There are so many different rooms in this coffee house, rumor has it that food is sold not to be eaten but for leaving a trail of crumbs for orientation purposes. The back rooms, a popular hang out with University of Denver students, features stacked bookshelves and mismatched tables. The huge front deck area is perfect for socializing. In addition to the usual coffee shop menu of hybrid cappuccinos, espressos, and herbal teas, the shop also sells pastries, sandwiches, fruit drinks and even a large variety of bulk coffee beans.

The Pearl Street Grill is legendary in the area for having great food and a great bar atmosphere. There is enough space between the bar and dining areas so one can exchange coy glances over quiet conversation with a spouse without worrying about an elbow in the spleen by a Happy Hour holdover. The back deck is unmatched in Denver for its atmosphere. In addition to the standard Mexican and burger fare, the menu also offers pork chops and a salmon filet. The beer menu is huge.

With small wooden booths, crumpled piles of daily newspapers on the end of the bar, and a neighborhood location, this little gem embodies the look and feel of a true local's corner tavern. A typical bar and grill menu features burgers and fries, as well as several specialty sandwiches, such as the grilled ahi sandwich. Outdoor seating under a large green awning is available, but the tables do fill quickly during the summer, especially with dog owners.

The weekend mariachi band and outdoor dining are the best aspects of a meal at El Noa Noa, but not because the food is so-so, but because it is so standard. The large open dining room moves with a constant frenzy and tends to be loud, especially if a band takes the stage. The standards are all here, including burritos, enchiladas and tacos. Or for something different opt for the fried trout in garlic sauce, or the stuffed shrimp.

Do you have a linking for bleu cheese? If you don't then the Bleu Cheese balls served at The Lobby could most probably help you change your mind. Served with an utterly scrumptious blueberry dip, this certainly will live up to its reputation! The ambiance in the restaurant The service is not always up to the mark, but will certainly not ruin your meal! Try out the Cuban and fries and the Beermosa.

The rustic flavors of Florence and Tuscany served in the warmth of candlelight makes for a divine Italian evening in Denver. An evening perfected at Firenze a Tavola where the inspiration is simply authenticity and originality. The menu that covers beautiful courses is tempered with frequently to ensure the choicest of flavors and truest of techniques. Each addition is then paired with a selection from the decadent wine list, thus completing the meal. The comfort of good food, simple yet grand flavors and in settings par romantico, makes Firenze a Tavola is favored choice among locals and visitors.