The SKY IS FALLING!

Or at least it feels that way. We are doomed, we are ok, doomed, ok … ok?

Regardless of our nation’s economic future, we are all feeling the pinch, and many of us are wondering how to cope. How on earth can I keep supporting my local businesses, my culinary habits and stay green?

I for one have a hard time giving up eating out at my favorite places. And I especially refuse to give up my weekly wine explorations.

So in my, ‘we are all in this together’ mentality, I asked several of my favorite eateries and wine shops what changes they have made to help ease the pain.

Denver:

Z Cuisine - If you haven’t been then you are really missing out. Happy hour is a great time to visit with specials offered from 5 pm - 7 pm and 10 pm to midnight.
- Check out the Z Plate of Paté, cheese, dessert for $12. Glasses of wine for $ 5.
- 2239 West 30th Ave. in LoHi.

Lola - Another LoHi staple and now a great place to watch Monday night football. Appetizer, mini-keg and sangria specials compliment the big screen TV.
- Normal Happy Hour is Mon-Friday 4-6pm and weekends 2-5pm. Beer starting at $2 and glasses of wine at $5. The cilantro-lime tilapia taco for $3 is amazing.
- 1575 Boulder St.

Sunflower Markets - These grocery stores are where to get the best produce at the best prices. As farmers markets come to a close, this is a great place to shop. There are online coupons and weekly special. If you love Whole Foods you will love these stores.