by Kristi Willis

Italic, the Italian endeavor from the ELM Restaurant group (24 Diner, Arro, Easy Tiger), is just a few short weeks away from opening its doors at Sixth and Colorado streets, but the inspiration has been years in the making.

Chef Drew Curren and Beverage Director Craig Collins met years ago while attending a two-month academic program in Italy. "I thought I knew a little bit about food and Craig thought he knew a little about wine," says Curren. "We would collect lira from the other students, buy the things we wanted to try and called it a food and wine tasting. It's where I found my passion for food and hospitality."

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