Dining Buzz: Mono Mono’s Korean fried half-bird, rooftop time at The Roost and more

Mono Mono Fried Chicken in Lafayette has expanded its menu to now offer a half Korean fried bird in addition to the tenderloins, crispy wings, drumsticks and popcorn chicken. (Mono Mono / Courtesy photo)

PUBLISHED: May 18, 2022 at 11:30 a.m. | UPDATED: May 18, 2022 at 11:30 a.m.

Until now, Mono Mono Fried Chicken, 599 Crossing Drive, Lafayette, chicken piece offerings were limited to choices that consisted only of tenderloins, crispy wings, drumsticks, or popcorn chicken.

Now, exclusive to the Lafayette location, Mono Mono is offering the Ban Mari Korean fried chicken which consists of an entire half bird, enabling the diner to sample a variety of pieces. Ban Mari is available in either spicy or mild versions.

Easily shared by two or more, this selection would also pair well with the kimchi fries, which also comes topped with bulgogi beef and cheese. Take that poutine!

Bar manager Cody Wehrli mixes a customer's blackberry whiskey sour on May 5 at The Roost in Longmont. Customers can now head to the rooftop for cocktails now that it is open for the summer. (Timothy Hurst/Staff Photographer) — Bar manager Cody Wehrli mixes a customer’s blackberry whiskey sour on May 5 at The Roost in Longmont. Customers can now head to the rooftop for cocktails now that it is open for the summer. (Timothy Hurst/File photo)

Rooftop at The Roost

While it’s not quite Punxsutawney Phil glimpsing his shadow on Groundhog Day signaling a change of seasons, The Roost, 526 Main St., Longmont, has opened its rooftop patio for the year.

This festive spot, replete with eye-catching mountain views, is an ideal venue to enjoy the Roost’s varied international offerings. Of particular interest is the happy-hour menu, which includes a selection of such cocktails as a coconut daiquiri and an Aperol spritz. Light bites on offer range from olive oil hummus with naan bread to Thai pork tostadas, dressed with ginger sauce and cashews. There’s also polenta bites and Hawaiian ahi poke.

Gluten-free cupcakes at Lucky's Bakehouse Cafe. — Gluten-free cupcakes at Lucky’s Bakehouse Cafe.

Baked delights

Lucky’s Bakehouse Cafe, 3980 Broadway, Boulder, is now under the supervision of Chef Jen Mesinger, best known for her top-notch work at the Bakehouse.

The current menu features such breakfast delights as lemon ricotta doughnut holes, chilaquiles with house-made tortilla chips, eggs and pulled chicken, as well as the cafe’s highly regarded tofu scramble.

Lunch choices include the inside-out grilled cheese, available with optional garnishes of kimchi or green chile, and there’s also a veggie burger with harissa ketchup.

Earlier this month, the Cafe also received a liquor license, so Bloody Marys, mimosas, beer, wine and other libations are now available to accompany menu favorites.

Greek feast

Erie’s 24 Carrot Bistro, 578 Briggs St., continues its monthly Speakeasy series and will spotlight Greek cuisine on June 6. On the first Monday of every month, the restaurant rolls out a four-course dinner with varied cultural offerings.

The event, for those 21 and older, serves up four courses for $65, with cocktails prepared tableside available for an additional fee. The May Speakeasy event at 24 Carrot spotlighted Cuban cuisine. Be sure to reserve a table for the Greek dinner at exploretock.com/24carrotbistro.

French grapes

Dedalus Boulder,1825 Pearl St., is offering a food- and wine-pairing class, titled “Living the Good Life in the Loire,” on May 27.

This special class, taught by Brittany Galbraith, will explore the diverse grapes, regions and styles of France’s Loire Valley. There will be an opportunity to sample a lineup of classic Loire wines made by bon vivant makers like Catherine & Pierre Breton. These wines will also be paired with regional dishes and cheeses.

Registration for the $45 class is available at bit.ly/3FSCQ8r.