Regular Live Music programs on the weekends, usually inviting known aritsts from out of town. Call Abereha Beyene 303-710-3141 for more information to check who the singer is (if you're a fan).
Owner Artist Inyie Takele, a famous Ethiopian traditional dancer. Her fame came during the international music tour called "Hizb Le Hizb" which means "People to People" which was organized as a Thank You tour in US, Kenya, Europe... to the support given to Ethiopia during the draught. The Tour featured all the famous Ethiopian singers of the time Tilahun, Mahamoud, Tsehaiye, Neway, MC Tamagne and many more....
Dancer Inyie became very famous during the tour for her beautiful looks and energetic dancing style.
The word Inyie = means 'Mother' in Amharic, hence Mother Ethiopia...
PRESS & REVIEWS
Aurora Daily Sun Best Ethnic - Critics Choice
" Take a trip to the cradle of humanity and the beginning of gourmet cooking. Artist Inyie Takele Ethiopian Restaurant offers tender breads served on traditional baskets with spicy mixes unsurpassed in the metro area. Potatoes take on new life in this friendly and fun African bistro. ..." >>more
Rocky Mountain News
Top Ethiopian Coffee Service
Coffee is a beautiful ritual here. The coffee person sets up in the dining area and roasts green Ethiopian beans in a pan. She gracefully walks to each table with a long-handled pan and diners inhale the tantalizing espresso smoke. She then grinds the beans, brews the coffee, and pours it with a little sugar into tiny cups she offers to every customer. The hot and black brew tastes wonderful. >>more
