SideDish Longmont

We're back and better than ever.  In the Buzz around town, the trios discusses the re-opening of Winchells Donuts, Meco Coffee's new location, and the opening of Indian Bites.  Annie quizzes Brady and Eric on Longmont facts (it's not pretty folks).  Thanks to Dryland Distillery for offering a great prize to the winner. Spoiler alert:  it wasn't Brady.  We learn what else Brady...

Brady does his best 'skipping the week' trailer.  Unfortunately Eric is 'under the weather'  See you all next week!

Annie, Brady and Eric sound off on the 4th's low-key vibe this year.  Our guests this week are Melissa Luedtke and Laura Amaya who are the owners of Airborne Gymnastics and Dance in Longmont.  Melissa and Laura have built a world class facility right here in Longmont that features summer camps to competitive gymnastics and everything in between. On the Buzz portion of the show, the trio discu...

Annie, Brady and Eric are back after a long hiatus (vacation).  We're honored to have family members of Eloyeda (Lou) Cardenas and property developer Jennifer Peterson on the show this week.  They discuss Lou's impact in Longmont, her legacy, and the new buildiing development, Casa Lou Cardenas, on the corner of 9th and Main. On the Buzz portion of the show, the trio celebrates the grand...

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The trio discusses a lack of donuts in Longmont with the temporary closing of Winchells and the wait for Landline Doughnuts.  The gang discusses Sushi Box (near Hover and 17th) and the opening of Indian Bites and LoCo Burrito on Francis.  Annie has a kid free day of shopping downtown at A florae and Barbedwire Books. Finally, Annie is looking to win the decorating contest at the Thompson Park Fort...

Brady and Eric interview Sarah Kupec of Moose Meals while Annie fights with the updates on her computer after re-booting -- haven't we all been there?  She joins the duo just in time to allow Eric to say he was incorrect about the Brewing Market's opening date in Longmont.  It opened back in 1999! Guess Eric owes Annie $5 for losing that bet.  Other tidbits include a choice between a bow...

Today the trio dives deep into affordable and attainable housing with guest Eric Wallace who, when he's not advocating for affordable workforce housing, is the co-founder and co-ownerof Left Hand Brewing Company. Listen to the interview and stay for the usual banter about traffic, rants about parklets, and Pittsburgh pizza.  Is that a thing? Mentions Left Hand Brewing Company Prosper Longmont...

The trio disusses some of their favorite things, including confusion in the intersection, donuts, gluten free bakes, and the scurge of restaurant QR code menus. Mentions Urban Field Longmont Public Library Strawberry Days Antique Show  - May 21 and 22nd Cantabile Concert  - May 20th Thanks to Andy Eppler for " Nothing but the Rain " as our Intro Send Off Music Thanks to David Cutter Musi...

Annie and Eric are without Brady (he's the funny one) this week so they resort to talking about lots of stuff -Rick Steves, travel, honey and gardening.  Thank goodness they are joined by Ethel Lazarte Gonzales who discusses her company, Peruvian Immersion.  Ethel tells us about how her father's values played an integral role in showing others her passion for Peru and its culture.  This...

Brady and Eric are solo this week so they resort to talking about food -- gotta love that corned beef hash from the can -- right?  When they aren't discussing food, the guys discuss where the happening place is in town, events this weekend,  and they sprinkle in a bit of pop culture. Mentions Cinco de Mayo Firehouse Arts Boulder Potters Guild Urban Field - Opening May 4th Colorado Mountain Ka...

Annie, Brady and Eric are joined by Jennifer Ferguson, the owner of Wonder Tours and Bricks Retail.  Jennifer gives us the scoop on when she'll be re-launching food tours in Longmont.  The trio also learns about Bricks Retail -- an innovative shop located in the heart of downtown featuring more than 100 Colorado-based companies.  They finish the show by reading emails from listeners.  Just jo...

The trio is joined by Pete Adeney who gives his perspective on Longmont, downtown noise, bicycling, thrift, and excessive car washing.  More about Pete from his Wikipedia page Adeney retired from his job as a software engineer in 2005 at age 30 by spending only a small percentage of his annual salary and consistently investing the remainder, primarily in stock market index funds. Adeney lives in L...

Again without a guest, the conversation off-roads into a stream of consciousness discussion of many topics.  Lucky for us, Annie brings the guys back to being serious with her question about what's needed downtown.   Let us know what you think our downtown needs by reaching out at sidedishlongmont@gmail.com.  Be sure to catch out own music star (Annie) at the May 20th Cantabile concert. Menti...

Brady, Annie and Eric are without a guest this week so what else could they possibly talk about -- traffic, restaurants, and missing stop signs.  The trio bids a sad farewell to a few businesses (Smokin Bowls and Kirklands) and laments the temporary closure of Boston Avenue (bridge repair).  Welcome to Renaissance Liquors and a hardy welcome back to the Cinco de Mayo celebration (back after two ye...

In this episode the trio starts with a discussion about baking powder (again), remembering names of people that you haven't seen in a long time, atheist dinners, the Bacon Bandito at Ollin Farms, and Ryan Wibby's mysterious German beer training. Annie, Eric and Brady are thankfully joined by Kenneth & Tondra Gaspard Sr  who discuss their new food ventur, New Orleans Chefs of Colorado...

Annie, Brady and Eric follow up their riveting discussion about baking powder with another riveting discussion about baking powder.  For those that enjoy discussions of traffic and baking powder this is your dream podcast.  Other questions to ponder.  Why is everyone moving away from Brady?   Does the new car wash on 11th and Main offer passes?  All these are explored in today's episode.  The...

Please pardon our rambling.  The trio is adrift without a guest so they discuss everything from baking powder, Easter egg hunts, lines at drive throughs, and Irish pronouns.  Buckle up, this is a crazy ride. Mentions Boulder Pho Longmont Winchell's Donut House Quantum Cream - Dried Ice Cream Garden in a Box - Resource Central Outworld Brewing Sugar Mill project plan HMS Pinafore - He is an En...

NOTE : Our apologies to Chef Tondra for not being able to complete our interview.  Her internet was cutting out so we ended the interview and will reschedule her when she's back in town.  The gang is back and in the 'cold open', Brady and Annie watch Eric try freeze dried ice cream (interesting).  The trio discusses the opening of Scooters Coffee, Swaylos, a new place to Spin, savin...

Annie, Brady and Eric discuss Pura Vida Moms with Christa Jimenez.  Pura Vida Moms is the recipient of recent EforAll award.  Christa tells the trio about Costa Rica travel, recipes and ingredients.    In other notes, Brady regales in linear bicycle and pedestrian routes and frozen midwestern beef.   The trio finishes out the pod discussing names of Longmont and an article that mentions Longmont a...

This week the trio is on their own without a guest.  Annie, Brady and Eric discuss the bitter cold, pickle beer, coming of Sweet Cow Creamery, Eric's lucky Bundt (cake), live music and a new name (Baked by the Lake) for an old event in Longmont (Rhythm on the River). They finish the pod by talking about first concert, worst concert.  Guess Eric's first at sidedishlongmont@gmail.com Thank...

Annie, Brady and Eric are pleased to speak to Entreprenuership for All (EforAll)  winner, Susan Loriho, owner and founder of Susan's Samosas.  Susan describes her new business, her Sudanese recipes, and how people can order samosas for dinner and catering.  In business news around Longmont the trio discusses pottery and the new business, The Wheelhouse , where you can learn how to make potter...

Annie, Brady and Eric ramble on about Valentine's Day, glasswear in restaurants, floor to ceiling bathroom doors, Texas BBQ, and the 10 year anniversary of a closed restaurant in Boulder (we're not slow to report news...just accurate and methodical).  New developments on Main and 16th, Ken Pratt Parkway and the new mega gas station are the hot raves by the crew this week. Mentions Buc-ee...

Annie, Brady and Eric are joined this week by Tanner Weis of Blade And Bough Tree Care.  Tanner discusses our favorite topic -- winter watering.  Tanner also discusses his favorite trees (on public lands that is), when to trim trees, and the dreaded Emerald Ash Borer. Mentions Blade and Bough Tree Care - List of Arborists on City of Longmont website Inventory of City Managed Trees Urban Field Yoga...

Annie, Brady and Eric discuss, Crumbl Cookies coming to Longmont, the new 7-11 Concept, a new Indian restaurant and the Nino Gallo Park.  Thanks to special guest, Rebecca Gafner, owner of The Roost, Jefe's, Smokin Bowls and the new tiki bar restaurant, Swaylo's (coming March 8th!).  Rebecca drops a great tidbit about the new restaurant in this episode!  Mentions include: Crumbl Cookies N...