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Yes, it can be gamey. We all know that and we all have heard that. But if you want to prepare some venison and make sure your guests will walk away with as pleasant an experience as possible, try out these quick fixes:

• Soak the cut of meat in salt, vinegar, and water for several hours prior to cooking
• Use methods of cooking that involve long, slow processes and involve gravies or sauces of some sort
• Always use seasonings, marinades and sauces when cooking AND serving
• Use fresh parsley, thyme, onions, and garlic over dried options
• Prepare dishes where the meat can be cooked in Read more on Venison: Quick Fix Tips

There’s no doubt about it Coloradoans are awesome hunters so there’s always a need for tips about cooking venison. Sure, there are a lot of seasoned cooks out there who have been cooking venison fare for years, but let’s be fair to the newbies who may have just landed their first or gotten the gift of some deer meat from a friend. Here are a few pointers to get them started on the way to this yummy local favorite.

• When preparing the meat for cooking, trim off as much fat as possible. Any visible fat should be removed since it can adversely affect the flavor of the meat.
• A good venison recipe should include another form of fat such as butter, cooking oil, bacon, or even beef fat to enhance the flavor.
• Never season venison before you cook it. Salt inhibits browning and removes juices.
• Don’t over-cook venison. Over cooking any lean meat leads to dryness.
• Choose a method of cooking that adds moisture to the meat. Slow simmering in a sauce, frequent basting, or cooking in a crockpot will prevent venison from drying out and becoming tough or chewy.
• Use moist-heat cooking such as Read more on Staying in and cooking venison

Quite literally Denver is pretty much in the center of the country so with that geographic hub mastered it’s no wonder there are a ton of dining options that pull from its surrounding cuisine regions, both nationally and internationally.Check out some of the Cajun favorites like Luciles Creole Caf and Lafitte’s. Wrong end of the country? Then how about some west coast seafood from Del mar Crab House or Del mar Seafood. And if you’re feeling like you want to venture way out taste-wise and sample some ethnic fare, the options are bountiful everything from Argentinean (Buenos Aires Grill) and German (Fondys Brat & Brau) to Mediterranean (Mecca Grill) and Thai (Bangkok Caf).Thirsty for a nice cold brew? Then make sure you check out some fun local bars like Whiskey Bar on Larimer Street which has a selection of 75 whiskeys to choose from or Hush (also on Larimer Street) which is attracts some hip trendsetters to sample their well-known “strong” cocktails. Not into the “seen and be seen” scene? Then head over to Read more on Denver is at the center of it all

Boulder has a lot of wonderful restaurant choices quite literally from A to Z: from Agave Mexico Bistro to Zucca Italian Ristorante — and just about everything imaginable in between. If you’re feeling your mouth water for a particular ethnic fare, Boulder has that covered too with African selections like Ras Kassa’s Ethiopian to Pacific Rim options like Izakaya Amu Japanese Tasting Room and Golden Lotus. And if you’re after some Read more on Some Boulder restaurants you might consider