Ky Brooke | Food & Lifestyle

January isn’t actually a new beginning… It’s the end of something. We’re closing the Year of the Snake, a season that asked us to shed, to release, to sit with what no longer fits and then surrender it back to the universe. What comes next - the Year of the Horse, asks for movement, and movement needs space. That’s where the “Crown and Complexion” treatment from @skinandmuscles_denver comes in! This facial + scalp experience isn’t just about cleansing the skin or the hair. It’s about releasing what’s been held physically and energetically. Things you don’t always realize you’re carrying until they’re gone. I do this exact treatment at least once a year, and while it might sound dramatic, it’s truly one of the most healing experiences I give myself. ❤️ If I could, I’d gift it to everyone I love. It’s that grounding. That clearing. That necessary. If you’ve been feeling heavy, stuck, or like your body needs a reset before moving into the new year, this is your sign. Leave January lighter. Make room for what’s next. ✨🙏❤️ #healingtreatments #yearofthesnake #yearofthehorse

Six weeks into my GLP-1 journey and honestly? As someone who genuinely loves food, loves going out, and is navigating all the fun hormonal plot twists of your 40s… this has been an adjustment!! Some weeks the scale moves. Some weeks it plays games. Some lessons have been learned the hard way (ie: stop eating when you feel full. immediately. 😵‍💫) What I’m learning: this isn’t easy. I still need to actually listen to my body, be really intentional with what I put in it, AND I have to start moving more. Also… am I the only one doing this? 😂 Because I weirdly wish I had a GLP-1 buddy to swap notes with. If you’re on this journey too, tell me! 🙏 Or if you’ve been curious, and wantto join me, I’ve partnered with Bodi Envi and my code INSIDEKY50 gets you $50 off your first order! (Link on bio) OK, thanks for coming to my TED talk! Hit me up if you have any questions! #glp1journey #glp1community #womenover40health #foodieweightloss

PSA 📢 To the men who create safe spaces for women in a society where so many do the opposite… thank you. ❤️ To the others: And I hate that this needs to be said, but apparently it does. If a woman looks good, that is not an invitation to touch her, corner her, follow her, or mistake politeness for interest. When I want you, you’ll know. Until then, keep your fucking hands to yourself. K. Thx. Bye. ✌🏼 #denver #denverwomen #womensafety #consentmatters #boundaries

If you’re like me and love a little staycation & energy reset, or if you’re planning to visit Denver and prefer boutique hotels with actual personality over a giant hotel chain, Urban Cowboy is the play!! This 100+ year-old mansion has so much character! Clawfoot tubs, big bay windows, moody old-school charm, and all the quirky details that make a stay actually feel memorable. Bonus: they’re pet friendly!! Our room had big bay windows surrounding the bed, which meant Frank immediately appointed himself the neighborhood watch for the night lol 😅 And honestly, a big part of what makes this place so cool is the Public House + Monarch (their bar/restaurant). Public House has this eclectic craft cocktail and chill bar energy that honestly reminded me of my time back in Austin, and tucked inside is Monarch, their new pizza spot, which was also fantastic!! Great drinks, great pizza, an awesome back patio with fire pits, and unlike most hotel bars, this is actually a place locals come to hang out! So yeah, add this one to your list of cool places to stay in Denver! 💯 And keep your eyes peeled for my review of @publichousedenver & @monarchdenver #uniquehotels #denverhotels #denverstaycation #petfriendlyhotel #boutiquehotels

OK, confession… I’m a complete baby and have absolutely zero pain tolerance, so when the time came for my filler appointment, I completely chickened out! 😂 But I had saved up a bunch of money and really wanted to do a little facial balancing, so when I told my girl Jenna at @_maris_aesthetics what I had in mind she was like, “Girl, I got you!!” Look, I’m not here to sell you on not doing filler… But if you’re not ready and you’re looking for someone you can trust with tox, I promise Jenna is your girl!! She’s an absolute wizard!! #denveraesthetics #denverbotox #facialbalancing #medicalaesthetics #denverbeauty

Do I still get to enjoy my Foodie life while on GLPs? Hell Yes! But the amount of food I eat in a visit has drastically decreased! Gone are the days of crushing an entire pizza by myself! I’ve learned to save space for the treats I love! This time it was a slice of pizza! It was fantastic, I savored every single bite because I knew it was the only slice I was gonna get! I also had a couple bites of this crazy spinach dish and two bites of cake before I had to tap out! So what I’m learning? Everything in moderation… And it’s still just as enjoyable! #bodienviglp #glptips #glpfoodie #weightlossstory

GIVEAWAY CLOSED This is hands down one of my favorite events in Denver, and I’m SO excited to be partnering with @corestaurants + @drinkredwearred to give away TWO First Taste tickets to one of you ❤️🍷 Drink Red Wear Red is Denver’s signature food + wine event benefiting CORE (Colorado Restaurant Association & Foundation), a nonprofit that provides emergency financial relief to food & beverage workers and their families during times of crisis. Think: unlimited bites from 20+ incredible restaurants, endless wine tastings, specialty cocktails, beer, NA beverages, live DJs, photo ops, and one very good excuse to wear red and be fabulous!! This year’s participating restaurants include spots like @bearleekdenver , @tavernettadenver @johnnybechamels , @thegreenwichdenver , @carne_rino , @matsuhisadenver + more. May 28th 6pm at Mile High Station + Ironworks. Trust me, you WANT to win this one!🍷 GIVEAWAY RULES: Like this post ❤️ Follow @theinsideky ❤️ Follow @corestaurants ❤️ Follow @drinkredwearred ❤️ Tag your crew in the comments (each comment = 1 entry, unlimited entries) ❤️ Share this post to your story + tag all of us for 5 bonus entries Giveaway closes 5/16. Winner will be contacted via DM.

There’s a reason Fin N’ Tonic has quietly become one of my most frequented places in Denver! Like, not “I went once for content and now I’m calling it my favorite.” I mean I’m here REGULARLY! Now that patio season is here, the garage doors are rolled up, the patio is open, and they just dropped SIX new seasonal martinis + several new bites that I cannot stop thinking about! Favorite new tini: The Italian Thirst Trap Like a sippable Caprese salad! I know, mozzarella-infused vodka sounds questionable until you take a sip and suddenly it makes perfect sense. Bright, acidic, refreshing - just Yes! Favorite new bites: The tuna crudo with truffle chili crisp - immediate yes!! And the lobster slider - with a caviar tot on the side -please just trust me! Also, if you’re feeling a little extra, the new Trust Fund Water is a super smooth Belvedere 10 martini served with a fat caviar bump. And wow! 👀 So yeah… if you need me this summer, there’s a decent chance I’ll be sitting on that patio with a martini! 🍸🦪 #denverfoodscene #denverpatios #denverhiddengems #denverdrinks rinodenver

I heard about this new little spot on Colfax and finally went to check it out… and honestly? I don’t know why more people aren’t talking about it!! BOXBOX is a husband-wife owned concept serving protein-packed bento-style salad boxes you can fully customize or choose one of their pre-built options! Plenty of gluten-free / allergy-friendly options, super fresh ingredients, and that simple lemon chicken salad?? I genuinely cannot stop thinking about it. Also… THEY HAVE PARKING IN THE BACK. A true Colfax miracle 😂 Go show this little small business some luv🙏☺️💕 #DenverFoodies #DenverHealthyEats #HealthyDenver #HighProteinMeals #SuportLoc

Mukja just got an UPGRADE!! Y’all fancy now! 😅😉 Lol real talk though… Denver has loved this food truck since the moment it landed here! Now they are celebrating her first brick-and-mortar and I got the chance to get a little sneak peek! 📍3900 Elati St (inside @assembly_student_living near Auraria Campus) They are still serving up all your favorites plus a few new drinks and bites that you can’t miss! Grand opening starts this weekend - Friday 5/8 so get your asses down there and go support these amazing humans and their delicious Korean street food! Do not sleep on the new dirty Dr Pepper & salt bread Philly - it was crazy! Congrats @mukjafoodtruck - so happy for you!! #newrestaurantlocation #denverfoodscene #thingstodoindenver #hosted #supportlocal

What do I eat as a foodie on GLP-1 meds? Well the truth is I get bored easily so it varies. But the one thing that stays consistent is that I am trying desperately to hit at least 120g of protein every day. So that means I have to be really smart when I’m eating at home to maximize protein, as well as fiber and water! I almost always start the day with a protein shake, or clear protein, plus collagen coffee, which typically gets me to about 45g - 50g of protein!! (And fills me up) The I typically eat two small meals, including this quick and easy chicken salad with @freshadditionsusa grilled chicken breast bites! This is just one of my go to recipes that’s fast and cheap!! I can eat a little for a late breakfast/early lunch eat a little bit more and then if I have dinner plans, I’m not sweating trying to get 50g of protein in at the end of the day, and I can just enjoy my dining out experience! What other low volume, high protein recipes should I rotate in?! @bodi.env provides my meds… Use code INSIDEKY50 for $50 off!! #denverfoodie #glpweightloss #foodiediet #weightlossjourney

Imagine if Willy Wonka just jumped behind the bar and started making cocktails that spoke to your inner child… well now you don’t have to imagine it! Welcome to the new theme at @adventuretimebar on South Broadway!! I caught the last days of their neon future city theme, which was AWESOME!! So when I heard they closed to fully transform the space again, I was curious how they’d top it. And boy did they!!! Enter: Candy Land Giant gummy bears hanging from the ceiling, a snozzberry wall that ACTUALLY smells like Froot Loops, the Candyland board game painted across the floor, and a literal “Wonka-vator” moment into the fizzy lifting room. It’s playful without feeling cheesy and you genuinely feel transported the second you walk in. But let’s talk about the real reason you go… the drinks. These guys are full-on mad scientists. And even though it is a Candy and Sweets theme, nothing is overly sweet, everything is dialed in: Neapolitan ice cream sundae cocktail, a flash-frozen coconut, and one of my favorites… the bitter chocolate Negroni. Denver doesn’t get a ton of bars that commit this hard to both experience and execution… and they’re switching it up every quarter. So catch this one before it’s gone!! #thingstodoindenver #denverbars #coolthingsindenver #southbroadwaydenver