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Autumn Inspiration

PEAR PERFECTION

CRUSHIN’ ON CUBA CUBA CAFÉ

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LIFESTYLE LETTER

OCTOBER 2019 PUBLISHER

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The Gift of Cuisine THE FABULOUS FEELING OF FALL IS HERE, AND IT’S IN ALL PLACES. It’s in the sun-kissed orange and yellow leaves that take their time floating wistfully to the

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ground. It’s certainly in the plethora of pumpkin-spiced wares that seem to magically multiply every year. More than anything, it’s in the gorgeous food and drink that draws us together. This harvest moon celebration of flavor and full bellies echoes our good fortune, and sharing it is simply sublime. Food is the classic communicator. We’ll spruce up a standard. The unmistakable marriage of graham cracker, marshmallow and chocolate speaks for itself on the tongues of the children. However, these triedand-true twists on America’s favorite campfire dessert articulate an elevated s’more that welcomes flavors like coconut, caramel and raspberry. Yes, please! We’ll try something new. Cuba Cuba Café’s famous house piña colada has made itself known in Castle Rock, quickly rising to the top of the favorites list of the residents who have already become regulars in the few months of operation. The libation is luscious, but this new-to-the-neighborhood Cuban food is what food joy is all about. This sensational, approachable, addicting fare is just that. We’ll broach "pear-fection." The humble pear is raised to star status this month as we

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ripens them a little faster if needed sooner than later. We’ll warm up together. Cinnamon, cloves, allspice, star anise and honey are just some of the enticing elements that mingle in our steamy Castle Rock Campfire Cup. Graced with Aces High Cinnamon Whiskey from Mystic Mountain Distillery in Larkspur, Colorado, this sweet and spicy concoction will warm the soul and make you genuinely glad you came to the party.

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INSIDE THE ISSUE OCTOBER 2019

FEATURES 14 Pure ‘Pear-fection’ Elevated Roasted Pear Recipes that Pedestal Nature’s Healthiest Fruit

20 Castle Rock Campfire Cup Enjoy this Steamy Sweet Concoction with Family and Friends

22 Gimme S’more Pump Up Your S’mores with these Tried + True Twists on the Classic

28 Ode to Cuba Approachably Addicting, Cuba Cuba

28 22

Café Serves Up Cuban Comfort Food that Hugs You Back

DEPARTMENTS 6

Lifestyle Letter

Good Times

Around Town

Culinary Creations

20 Hops & Vine 22 Food & Wine 28 Hot Spot 33 Realty Report 34 Lifestyle Calendar

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and Waffles, Black Magic and Holy Hell flavors—

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all made in Colorado with real butter. Vegetarian

fun and relaxation 2-5 p.m. while you sip and browse

and kosher cooks will enjoy using Entube Harissa

your way through the work of several talented local

Chili and Curry Pastes to kick up the spice, and

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diets. All grocery shopping, menu planning, prep

Throughout October, members are invited to honor

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their grandmother, mother, sister, aunt, cousin or any

2-hour class to assemble meals and take them

special lady by participating in the "Kick the *&%! out

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times they complete the 30 Minute Hit Circuit.

turkey chili, balsamic beef kabobs, carne asada

Events include a Men's Night where members

street tacos, vegetarian pasta Fagioli and more.

bring in their unsuspecting man of choice to be put

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of our members can experience the HIT for them-

made for your family. Private classes and hostess

selves, and even a few Trainer Payback opportunities

incentives are available.

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October classes are Oct. 7, 11, 23 and

station with the trainer of their choice. You can also

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CULINARY CREATIONS

‘PEAR-FECTION’

‘OLD PEAR TREE STARLINGS ANNOUNCE HARVEST TIME’ —PHIL NOBLE

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DESSERT WINE ROASTED PEARS INGREDIENTS

80 minutes 4 servings

P R E PA R AT I O N

+ 4 semi-ripe pears

1. Heat the oven to 375 F with the center rack in position.

+ 1/2 cup sweet, late-har-

2. Peel, core and cut the pears in half lengthwise, then place them cut-

vest dessert wine + 2 tablespoons and 2 teaspoons honey + 1 tablespoon unsalted

side down in a buttered 9-inch-by-13-inch baking dish. 3. Pour the dessert wine in the baking dish and drizzle a teaspoon of honey over each pear half. 4. Bake for 40 minutes. Remove dish from the oven and baste each

butter, softened

pear with the syrup, tilting the dish for ease in collecting the liquid.

+ 1/5 cup toasted almonds

Continue to bake another 15-20 minutes until the liquid cooks down to

+ 1/3 cup mascarpone or

a glaze and the pears are very tender and toasty in color. Pears should

crème Fraiche

be caramelized on the bottoms. 5. Turn off the oven, leaving the pears in until it’s time to serve them. The pears will brown further, and the liquid will continue to thicken. If the liquid has evaporated at serving time, add a few tablespoons of hot water to deglaze the pan, swirling to recreate the syrupy glaze. 6. Drizzle the glaze over each pear and top with mascarpone or crème Fraiche. Toss on some toasted almonds and enjoy this decadent dessert.

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CULINARY CREATIONS

(CON TI N U ED)

HONIED AND ROASTED PEARS WITH CRUNCHY QUINOA NUT TOPPING INGREDIENTS + 4 ripe, but firm pears + 1/2 cup puffed quinoa + 1/4 cup cocoa nibs

P R E PA R AT I O N 1. Stir together the quinoa, cocoa nibs, hazelnuts, cinnamon and salt. 2. Combine the honey and Cocchi Americano and bring to a simmer in a small pan. Remove

chopped, toasted

syrup from heat. 3. Peel the pears, ensuring the stems are left

+ 1/4 teaspoon

intact. Slice the pears in half and place them in

cinnamon

a baking sheet with sides.

+ 1/2 cup Cocchi Americano + pinch of salt + 1/2 cup honey and honey for serving + crème Fraiche

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4 servings

+ 1/2 cup finely hazelnuts

65 minutes

4. Pour the syrup over the pears and roast for 30-40 minutes. Baste the pears with more syrup occasionally, until they’re tender and caramelizing lightly around the edges. 5. Serve with crème Fraiche, honey and a scattering of the quinoa nut topping. Amazing!

It’s up to you. As elegant as the pear is when elevated in a dish, eating a fresh pear—skin and all—out of your hand is superbly underrated. Whether you slice it or directly sink your teeth into a super juicy, ripe pear, know that the delicate, sweet flavor is bolstered by the fact that this fruit is one of nature’s perfect foods, brimming with fiber and vitamins. Many varieties of pears exist, and all are unique in shape, hue, season and taste. All you need to do is decide which suits your taste today. These are among the most popular of this delicate, lovely fruit that’s so easy to put on a pedestal.

THE BEAUTIFUL, HEALTHY FRESH PEAR

Less than 5 minutes Everyone gets a pear! C H I L L YO U R WAY TO M E L LO W P E A R S

+ Bartlett pears taste best after they’ve evolved from green to yellow.

1. Cool the pears in the refrigerator because

Prone to bruising, this super popular summer fruit is similar to the Red

they benefit from chilling after harvest. The

Bartlett except for the color.

earlier the better. Bartlett pears only need

+ Anjou pears have a golden-green skin with a buttery sweet flesh

1-2 days, but Anjou, Comice or Bosc varieties

and are in season from October to May.

may require 2-6 six weeks depending on their

+ Bosc pears are aromatic with a spicier flavor and a beautiful, dark

firmness. Remove from the chilling process.

golden skin with a long neck.

2. Ripen to fruition on the kitchen counter,

+ Asian pears resemble a round yellow apple with a taste reminiscent of

waiting around 4 days for Bartlett pears, 5-7

a watermelon/potato fusion.

days for Comice and Bosc and up to 10 days

+ Forelle pears are small and speckled green fruits that turn yellow

for Anjou.

when ripe. + Seckel pears are red and green and perfect for snacking due to their

Shortcut! Eat your pears faster by placing

small size.

them in a paper bag after the chilling pro-

+ Comice pears have thick, green skins but are soft and super juicy.

cess. The methane gas from a ripe apple or

+ Starkrimson pears have narrow necks and a vibrant crimson color.

banana will also hasten the ripening process. Bon appétit!

It’s no secret that pears are best eaten when ripe, and pears are often hard when you buy them. Since pears don’t ripen well on trees, they are picked quite green. Have a little patience and kickstart the ripening process on those super firm pears with this unique mellowing trick. October 2019 | Castle Rock Lifestyle

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CASTLE ROCK CAMPFIRE CUP

SWEET, SATISFYING, SOOTHING—A STEAMY, SPIRITED SPIN ON CLASSIC APPLE CIDER, THIS IS THE TASTY TODDY YOU’LL FIND IN THE CUPS OF OUR RESIDENTS DURING THIS SEASON’S BEAUTIFULLY BRISK AUTUMN AND FROSTY WINTER MONTHS HERE IN CASTLE ROCK. Fashioned from the gorgeous gifts bestowed by mother nature and graced by Aces High Cinnamon Whiskey from our friends at Mystic Mountain Distillery in Larkspur, Colorado, this aromatic elixir is perfect to share with friends and family by the campfire or

INGREDIENTS

firepit on our magical chilly evenings. Everyone is up for

+ 3 cups Mystic Mountain Distillery’s Aces High Cinnamon Whiskey + 1 gallon apple cider or apple juice

this tasty experiment in cozy, so nix the spirit and serve toasty to those shivering kiddos. The slow, warm rush of comfort is for everyone.

+ 4-5 whole cinnamon sticks (Use 2-3 for a milder taste) + 1 teaspoon whole cloves + 1 teaspoon whole allspice + 1/3 cup honey + 1 sliced orange + 1 sliced apple + 1 sliced lemon + pinch of salt + anise star pods, optional

METHOD 1. Mound all spices onto a double thickness of cheesecloth. 2. Gather the corners of the cheesecloth and tie the ends together with kitchen string. 3. Combine all other ingredients in a large pot. Add the spice bag and simmer for 30 minutes. 4. Remove the spice bag and strain the mixture with a stainless-steel strainer. 5. Ladle into mugs and garnish with fresh apple slices, cinnamon sticks and star anise to taste. 6. Enjoy!

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FOOD & WINE

PB + CHOCO DREAM + Graham crackers + Peanut butter cups + Marshmallow fluff + Chocolate syrup

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GIMME

PUMP UP YOUR Sâ€™MORES WITH THESE TRIED + TRUE TWISTS ON THE CLASSIC

S'MORE PHOTOGRAPHY NICOLETTE MARTIN + DANA RUDOLPH

OLD-SCHOOL + Graham crackers + Chocolate bars + Marshmallows

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FOOD & WINE

(CON TI N U ED)

Sâ€™MORE

PB+J

GRAHAM CRACKERS + CHOCOLATE + PEANUT BUT TER + MARSHMALLOWS

PB+B

GRAHAM CRACKERS + BANANAS + PEANUT BUT TER + MARSHMALLOWS

GRASSHOPPER

TO LOVE

CHOCOLATE GRAHAM CRACKERS + MINT CHOCOLATE + MARSHMALLOWS

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WHAT

YOU NEED + Graham crackers + Chocolate bars + Peanut butter cups + Sprinkles + Sea salt + Chocolate syrup + Caramel syrup + Raspberries + Coconut flakes + Marshmallows + Marshmallow fluff (vegetarian)

WHAT

YOU DO SPRINKLED: Begin with two graham cracker squares. Place one on a microwave-safe plate and top with chocolate bars and a scoop of marshmallow fluff. Set aside. Take the other graham cracker square and spread marshmallow fluff on half (top + bottom), then coat with sprinkles and set aside. Microwave the half with chocolate + marshmallow for 10 seconds, or until marshmallow fluff is melty. Remove and top with sprinkled graham cracker. PB + CHOCO DELIGHT: Begin with two graham cracker squares. Place one on a microwave-safe plate and top with peanut butter cups and a scoop of marshmallow fluff. Microwave for 10 seconds, or until marshmallow fluff is melty. Remove and top with chocolate syrup and second graham cracker square. RASPBERRY COCONUT: Begin with two graham cracker squares. Place one on a microwave-safe plate and top with chocolate bars and a marshmallow. Microwave for 10 seconds, or until marshmallow puffs up. Remove and top with raspberries, coconut flakes and second graham cracker square.

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HOT SPOT

Ode to Cuba ARTICLE JENNIFER HOLLINGSWORTH-BARRY

“THIS IS CUBA CUBA CAFÉ, CASTLE ROCK’S NEWEST HOT SPOT AND OWNER KRISTY SORACCAS BIGELOW’S PERMANENT PROMISE TO HER ANCESTORS.” You’ve arrived, hungry reveler, led by the notes of garlic and citrus that loiter so deliberately in the air. Drawn by your senses, you languidly survey the scene, seeking the heart of the delicious mystique that swirls around you. You discover no sole source but a heady composite of smells, sights and sounds that convince you this is where you should be. This is an invitation to experience traditional Cuban comfort food in all its sumptuous vibrance. This is Cuba Cuba Café, Castle Rock’s newest hot spot and owner Kristy Soraccas Bigelow’s permanent promise to her ancestors. Unlocking the doors to a throng of thrilled residents on Memorial Day 2019 marked Kristy’s eighth opening of a Cuban eatery. This Miami native is no stranger to business but a slave to her love of the full-service Cuban food experience. Supported by the staples of black beans, white rice and plantains, traditional Cuban food rises from Spanish, African, Caribbean and aboriginal Taíno influences, with soothing yet uniquely intriguing flavors that transcend the ordinary when combined. The dynamic concept of taste is vital to Kristy, who recommends that new guests experience the sauces and sides that make magic with their chosen dish and then ferries those flavors to the table for that very event. Her employees devotedly follow suit. The entire staff are intensively instructed on all things related to the passionate Cuban food tradition and duly comprehend the importance of this knowledge in preparing and serving the food that has so memorably marked the life of their spirited lady boss. Respect breeds here, and it’s delicious. Very proud to be Cuban, Kristy would like to believe that she’s done well by her family in keeping her cul-

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ture alive in Colorado. When visiting Cubans enter her restaurant and shed tears over its stunning authenticity, she knows she has.

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â€œThis is an invitation to experience traditional Cuban comfort food in all its sumptuous v i b r a n c e .â€?

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HOT SPOT

(CON TI N U ED)

CUBA CUBA CAFÉ’S SIGNATURE DRINK

The House Piña Colada ELEMENTS ++ 2 ounces pineapple juice ++ 1 ounce Coco Lopez cream of coconut ++ 1 1/2 ounces coconut rum ++ 1 ounce dark rum ++ Ice METHOD 1. Shake pineapple juice, cream of coconut, coconut rum and ice in a shaker. 2. Pour into glass and top with a dark rum floater. 3. Salud!

CUBA CUBA CAFÉ FLAVOR FAVORITES 1. Piccadillo al Caballo 2. Anything with Plantains 3. Camarones al Coco

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REALTY REPORT

NEIGHBORHOOD

CASTLE ROCK

ORIGINAL PRICE

SOLD PRICE

%SOLD/ORIG

DOM

BDRMS BATHS

640 W Wolfensberger Road, Wolfensberger Road

$3,650,000

$3,550,000

97%

1123 Northwood Lane, Castle Pines Village

$1,799,000

$1,717,500

96%

355

6147 Windom Peak Way, Castle Pines Village

$1,450,000

100%

7773 Kryptonite Lane, Sapphire Pointe

$1,390,000

100%

3881 Stone Canon Ranch Road, Metes and Bounds

$1,279,000

$1,263,500

99%

286 Claymoor Court, Hidden Pointe

$1,247,000

$1,217,800

98%

175

6876 Vista Lodge Loop, Castle Pines North

$1,190,000

100%

495 W Oakwood Lane, Oak Hills

$1,225,000

$1,182,000

97%

1275 Nightfire Circle, Bell Mountain Ranch

$1,179,000

$1,129,000

96%

169

1462 Fox Hollow Place, Crystal Valley Ranch

$1,150,000

$1,100,000

96%

6800 Vista Lodge Loop, Daniel's Ridge

$1,079,000

$1,044,000

97%

2830 Ballard Court, Keene Ranch

$1,025,000

100%

6140 Country Club Drive, Castle Pines

$1,049,000

$1,010,000

96%

188 Castlemaine Place, Heckendorf Ranch

$999,000

$980,000

98%

7750 Saxeborough Drive, Charter Oaks

$998,000

$978,000

98%

4525 Silver Gate Drive, Castle Pines Village

$925,000

$921,200

100%

4079 Lions Paw Street, Painters Ridge

$929,000

$920,000

99%

1232 Buffalo Ridge Road, Castle Pines North

$949,900

$910,000

96%

247

609 Sapphire Drive, Diamond Ridge Estates

$887,000

$890,000

100%

5104 Ten Mile Place, Castle Pines Village

$910,000

$889,000

98%

3901 Hourglass Avenue, The Meadows

$835,000

$825,000

99%

3959 Bell Mountain Drive, Bell Mountain Ranch

$825,000

$805,000

98%

964 Greenridge Lane, Forest Park

$809,000

$796,500

99%

7084 Weaver Circle, Castlewood Ranch

$783,500

$761,562

97%

5529 Killen Avenue, Castlewood Ranch

$777,000

$750,000

97%

This data is a sampling of sold properties from August 2019. Source: IRES MLS system.

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LIFESTYLE CALENDAR

in conjunction with the Douglas Land

RaceThroughthePines.

Conservancy. Suggested donations

CASTLE ROCK TRAIL FESTIVAL AND FAMILY ADVENTURE RUN

12, 18, 19, 25, 26

Challenge Hill, Castle Rock

CASTLE OF TERROR

Philip S. Miller Park, Trails and

This running event celebrates the

are $10 per person or $20 per family.

19 AUTUMN ART WALK

Castle Rock Fire Training Tower,

new Philip S. Miller Park soft-surface,

303 Malibu St., Castle Rock

single- and double-track trails at the

Have some spooky fun for a great

Browse through local art 2-5 p.m.

Ridgeline Open Space. This all-day

cause this October when you visit the

while you sip, relax and listen to live

festival offers a 50K ultramarathon, a

Castle of Terror, Castle Rock's haunted

music from Sal Manini. Local artists

marathon, a half marathon, a 10K, the

tower. Children younger than 13 can

include Carol Hein, Jeanne Trueax,

liveBIG 5K and the family adventure

participate when accompanied by

Tomiko

race. You can also challenge yourself

an adult; however, the attraction is

Welch, Donna Martin, Anne Barhyte,

with Challenge Hill, the 200-step

not recommended for small children.

Bridget Calip, Patty McDonough,

staircase. ColoradoRunnerEvents.

Tickets are $10 with tours running 7-10

James Holmes, Maggie Duffield and

com/Castlerock

p.m. Proceeds benefit the Fire and

Bianca Maestas. It is sponsored by

Police Explorer programs.

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SEVENTH ANNUAL RACE THROUGH THE PINES 5K Elk Ridge Park,

12 CREEPY CRAWLIES AT THE ROCK Festival Park,

20 FOURTH ANNUAL LADIES TEA FOR THE CASTLE ROCK HOSPITAL FOUNDATION

7005 Mira Vista Lane, Castle Pines

300 Second St., Castle Rock

Show up in costume 9-12 p.m. for

Just in time for the scariest of sea-

this family event that includes a fun

sons, Nature’s Educators will present

activity at every kilometer marker of

a free Halloween-themed event with

7549 N. Daniels Park Road, Sedalia

this crazy 5K and a 1K Color Dash fun

live spiders, snakes, owls, toads and

Benefiting the Breast Care Center at

run for kids. Family fun abounds with

hissing

Registration

Castle Rock Adventist Hospital, pro-

activities for the kids, music, food

is encouraged, but walk-ins are wel-

ceeds from this event, lasting 1-3:30

and drinks and even a farmers mar-

come. This family-friendly program is

p.m., provide local women with free

ket. Strollers and dogs are welcome.

presented by the Town of Castle Rock

3D mammograms and diagnostic

cockroaches.

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10 a.m. to 2 p.m. to trick-or-treat for

SPOOKTACULAR

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houses, games, face painting and a cake-

walk are among the activities planned for

TRESTLES COASTAL CUISINE ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION

beginning with A-L are 2-3 p.m.; events

this exciting day. Sensory-friendly activities run 1-2 p.m.; events for last names

30 WICKED WEDNESDAY

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Bring the kids in costume and cel-

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3-4 p.m. No gruesome costumes or cos-

ebrate Halloween with the Outlets

880 W. Happy Canyon Road, Castle Pines

tumes with weaponry, please.

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Trestles is offering a sincere "thank you" to all of their wonderful customers for their loyal patronage with specials on wine, delicious $1-oysters and happy hour pricing all day on Oct. 21, their two-year anniver-

Wednesday Halloween Party 5-7 p.m.

Trick-or-treat throughout the outlets

TRICK-OR-TREAT STREET

signs that direct you to the treats!

and enjoy a costume contest, magic show and face painting. Look for the

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