Portal Film Co. Premieres Documentary on Food, Community and Brand-Defining Moments
Documentary film screenings in Denver and Boulder offer culture-forward gatherings that center community connection, local food and empowerment
DENVER (Sept. 30, 2025) — Portal Film Co., a Denver-based video production company specializing in documentaries, commercials and original content, today announced the premiere of Building the Table, Episode 2 of its original documentary series, Portal Connects. The film explores how Colorado chefs use food to build identity, trust and community. Screenings will take place Oct. 14 at Root Down (Denver), Oct. 23 at Riot BBQ (Denver) and Oct. 29 at Rosetta Hall (Boulder).
Portal Connects brings people together through shared stories and shared spaces, showing how culture, craft and lived experience shape resilient communities. Building the Table highlights the role of food as a universal language of belonging, featuring Top Chef alum Manny Barella and Root Down’s Chef Hannah Elkins. The episode shows how hospitality becomes a catalyst for modern community-building. Click here to learn more about Portal and to watch the trailer.
As a strategy-first partner, Portal helps organizations earn credibility at the moments that matter most—launches, openings, and campaigns that define reputation and growth. The studio’s team has worked with global brands including Google, Honda, Verizon, and Capital One, alongside bold, innovative independent brands and nonprofits.
“Our series showcases real stories through connection, culture, and community,” said Michael Sharon, Executive Producer at Portal. “With Building the Table, we’re documenting the authentic moments that shape identity and trust. That’s also how we collaborate with brands: we help partners capture the brand-defining moments that move audiences beyond marketing campaigns and into real connection. That is the mission of this original series, and of Portal as a production company.”
To deepen the community impact, Portal is collaborating with nonprofit partners Longer Tables and the Hispanic Restaurant Association to connect screenings with local food-system initiatives, mentorship and entrepreneurship support.
“We joke that tacos will save the world—and the truth is the table and shared meal is the most powerful place on the planet to share our stories and see one another as humans,” said Tim Jones, Executive Director of Longer Tables. “We share this passion and mission with Portal and hope this is just the beginning of the story.”
Screening Details
For more details about each screening and to RSVP, visit these links:
Tuesday, Oct. 14, 2025 — Root Down (Denver)
Thursday, Oct. 23, 2025 — Riot BBQ (Denver)
Wednesday, Oct. 29, 2025 — Rosetta Hall (Boulder)
About Portal Connects
Portal Connects is a documentary series by Portal Film Co. Each episode explores a central theme through conversations with cultural leaders and everyday people, filmed in the real spaces where community happens—from a neighborhood park to America’s first Mile Long Table to major music festivals, the series captures authentic stories that explore how connection is built in today’s world.
About Portal Film
Portal Film Co. is a Denver-based video production company known for producing documentaries, commercials and original content for brand-defining moments. From concept to distribution, Portal helps brands and organizations capture the stories that build trust and credibility at launches, openings, fundraising campaigns and other critical milestones. Clients include Google, Honda, Verizon, Capital One and Transamerica, alongside innovative independent brands and nonprofits. Learn more by visiting their website and follow on Instagram, TikTok and LinkedIn.
About the Hosting Restaurants
Root Down pairs globally inspired, seasonal cooking with neighborhood hospitality—an ideal setting for culture-forward community gatherings. Riot BBQ marries the open-fire cooking traditions of Monterrey, MX with Southern US-style classic barbecue techniques. Rosetta Hall is Boulder’s spot to gather together—whether it’s after the hike, before the show or simply to share a table with friends. With chef-driven food, craft cocktails, live music and rooftop views, Rosetta blends Boulder’s flavor, culture and creative energy all under one roof—just steps from Pearl Street.
Media Contact
Allison Salvati, Compass Natural, allison@compassnatural.com, tel: 303.709.8583