After simply one year of selling its pastries and sweets, Le Clare’s Patisserie mentioned it should shut its retail operation on July 19 because of the results of development on East Colfax Avenue.
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As a substitute, proprietor Maggie Kates will convert the house, at 2260 E. Colfax Ave., into what they’re calling a “culinary collaborative” referred to as ViDa Eats Culinary Collaborative. That may embody hands-on cooking lessons, Airbnb culinary experiences and personal eating experiences, seasonal excessive tea events and brunches, themed occasions, charcuterie, small bites and customized desserts catering.
“This choice has not come flippantly, as surprising development challenges have created a dramatic decline for guests to all companies alongside Colfax. As a substitute of closing the doorways and strolling away, we select to pivot,” Kates wrote on social media.
A 3-year-long undertaking referred to as the Bus Speedy Transit (BRT) line is being constructed between downtown Denver and Aurora. The undertaking has torn up the road and compelled some companies and eating places to shut, whereas making a tough scenario for a lot of extra.
“Our imaginative and prescient is crammed with intention and highlights, in a extra interactive and intimate approach, the sense of neighborhood and collaboration we designed into Le Clare’s storefront,” she continued.
“Whereas our charming walk-in store will now not be open for pastries throughout set hours, this pivot permits us to create extra hours of choices, with much more time to attach and listen to the tales and inspirations we wish to share, in the identical house.”
Le Clare’s first opened in July 2024.
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