Cristino Griego is the chef & owner of Della Radice; an active food advocate with an unparalleled passion for protecting cultural identities tied to gastronomic traditions and history. He holds firmly to his New Mexican and Italian ancestral roots and works diligently to integrate and combine these delectable and savory flavors with his classical French and Italian cuisine training. With the utmost respect and admiration for the people who grow and harvest our food, Cristino strives daily to educate the public about the origin and history of the food while never losing sight of the influence and importance that food has served in his life and the world.

Opened in 2019, Della Radice is a showcase of Chef Cristino Griego's passion to create and bring approachable, top quality food and wine to Denver at an affordable price. Della Radice's menu is seasonally driven to ensure the finest and freshest ingredients. As an intimate neighborhood wine bar & restaurant, Cristino wants every guest who walks through his doors to feel like they're walking through the doors to his own home. Della Radice literally translates to “Of the Root” in Italian and is now a living example of working to live, not living to work