With so much to discuss and catch up on with the Baroness and the Viscount, we met at a GastroPub near the LoDo area of Denver intriguingly called Euclid Hall, apparently named for the Greek mathematician Euclid, the Father of Geometry; by definition that branch of mathematics concerned with the properties and relations of Points, Lines, Surfaces, Solids, and Higher Dimensional Analogs (this per my good friend, the Honorable Noah Webster).
Now what struck me about the name of this converted Saloon House was how it perfectly yet tangentially describes the gastronomic endeavor we embarked on with it's perfect intersection of food textures and surfaces, solids expertly choreographed with liquids and semi-liquids, along with an over-the-top selection of alcohols and other liquid accompaniments. This Nom de Guerre juxtaposition was too delicious to not take note of!
Now what struck me about the name of this converted Saloon House was how it perfectly yet tangentially describes the gastronomic endeavor we embarked on with it's perfect intersection of food textures and surfaces, solids expertly choreographed with liquids and semi-liquids, along with an over-the-top selection of alcohols and other liquid accompaniments. This Nom de Guerre juxtaposition was too delicious to not take note of!

With a definitive nod towards Mr. Euclid, and with the care that this true Gastropub exhibits towards their very lucky patrons, the selections were categorized further into mathematical brewmaster groups such as Arithmetic [Session beers, Easy drinking, Low Alcohol - 7 brews], and Algebra [Still approachable, more flavor, more complexity-6 choices including The Old Speckled Hen], and on to Geometry [6], Trigonometry [6], Calculus [5], and Quantum Mechanics [Biggest, Strongest, Most Complex - 6 choices]
It was evident from this dissection of available bromides that the purveyors were especially concerned for the satisfaction of their guests while also taking pains to properly acquaint their beer drinking brethren into appropriately comfortable avenues of quaffing. And if on the off-chance that NONE of those options tickled one's fancy, the choice could be made from the 'Library List' of special selections available 'on a limited basis' including Firestone Walker Wookey Jack Black Rye IPA (!), Unibroue Cali-Belgique Belgian IPA, and Brewdog Dogma Scotch Ale, as well as 9 additional qualified candidates.
But still not satisfied, there are Euclid Hall Beer Cocktails as well! (such as The Kansas City Cup - Made from Boulevard Tank 7, Brokers Gin, Pimms, Lavender Simple Syrup, and Lemon Juice) Specialty Drinks (for example, the Moscow Mule - Sobieski Vodka, Lime Juice, and Ginger Beer); or one of my favorite named concoctions: The Dickel and Pickle (A shot of George Dickel Whiskey with pickle juice back! Outstanding!!)
And they STILL moved on to wines, bubbly, reds, and others so they ensured that no one would leave unhappy!
What many inveterate pubbers do not realize is that the ubiquitous 'Pub' in Britain is the location where the 'PUB-lic' went to eat; Royalty, Earl's, Count's, Landowners, and such having banquet halls, sumptuous homes and other private dining opportunities....the Public, when they wished to 'dine out' usually found themselves in feeding halls and bars that served food....... thus the manner that PUB's came to be named. And the food found in PUB's was generally over-cooked, over-stewed, over-steamed, and quite often over-baked offerings like Bangers and Mash (blah), Fish and Chips (Blech), and Shepards Pie (a mix of all things that didn't sell the day before). The GASTRO-PUB is the moderately recent attempt by exuberant restauranteurs to enliven the GASTRO-nomic experience with PUB-fare fit for Royalty! Swirl in the sudden popularity of Micro-Brews in these United States and the GASTRO-PUB Concept was born. [One of the more infamous GastroPub's in the US, which Watson and I have had the pleasure of visiting, is The Spotted Pig in NYC where our friend April Bloomfield has genuinely re-defined the genre.]
Here in Denver I can tell you that Euclid Hall deserves a step on the ladder towards such platitude.
Here in Denver I can tell you that Euclid Hall deserves a step on the ladder towards such platitude.
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Fried Cheddar Curds |
However it was the final class, aptly titled 'Because We Can' with selections that both startled us AND showed the heights of their chef's adventure. Inclusions were Pad Thai Pigs Ears, Bruleed Center Cut Beef Marrow Bones, and the choice we made, the highly recommended these 'Chips and Dip', but make no mistake….this is unlike any 'Chips and Dips' we had EVER experienced.
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'Chips and Dip' |
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Chicken and Waffles |
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Cashew Crusted Cobia |
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Manila Clam and Merguez Caldo Verde |
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The Brat Burger! |
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S'Mores Pot de Creme |
Smoked Chocolate Stuffed Strudel |
MANY more visits are in order! Watson, come quick! And bring your protractor! There's GEOMETRY to solve!!