Boulder, Colorado, isn’t just known for its dramatic mountain views and outdoor culture—it’s also rising fast as one of the country’s top coffee destinations, recently highlighted by Expedia’s ranking of America’s best coffee cities, where Boulder placed just behind Seattle in coffee shops per capita, and celebrated by Food & Wine for its growing community […]

Boulder’s coffee scene isn’t just about caffeine—it’s a reflection of the city itself: intelligent, creative, and deeply rooted in community. Whether you’re a student racing to class or a local writer greeting the sunrise, Boulder’s high-altitude coffee culture offers a blend of flavor and philosophy that’s uniquely its own. The city boasts one of the […]

Brewing at Altitude: How Boulder Became America’s Coffee Capital Boulder, Colorado—a town celebrated for its mountain scenery, athletic energy, and entrepreneurial drive—has also quietly claimed the title of Coffee Capital of the United States. With one of the highest coffee shop-to-resident ratios in the nation, Boulder isn’t just drinking coffee—it’s redefining how it’s brewed, served, […]

Boulder, Colorado, is more than just a scenic mountain town—it’s a haven for coffee lovers. Whether you’re a student seeking a cozy study spot, a remote worker needing strong Wi-Fi, or a traveler craving a perfect pour-over, Boulder’s diverse café culture has you covered. After reviewing current openings and popular ratings, here are seven of […]

Part love letter, part visual treatise, A Film About Coffee is a beautiful documentary that explores the growing field of specialty coffee. It’s a short but comprehensive film that ebbs and flows from roastery to farm to café. With interviews from industry professionals around the world—including company owners, champion baristas, seasoned growers, and dedicated buyers—this food […]

As I’ve previously mentioned, coffee “beans” (seeds or pits) grow in moderate climates across the world on what’s referred to as the coffee belt. Coffee trees, which are actually more like tall bushes, are pruned short though they can grow to be over 25 feet tall. They are covered with waxy dark green leaves and […]

In Boulder, foliage is changing along with people’s outfits and appetites. Fall alters eating habits and restaurant menus along with the colors and temperatures of the city. Hearty foods made from autumnal produce like butternut squash and sweet potatoes, along with sweet treats like pumpkin pie and hot apple cider, are the order of the […]

There’s a common misconception that tipping is a generous act and that 10% of the bill should suffice. Unfortunately, we don’t live in an economy that justifies that train of thought or math. As the battle for restaurant workers to earn a living wage continues, it’s crucial for American consumers to remember to tip food servers—and tip them […]

The Denver magazine 5280 is highlighting the city’s ever-growing craft coffee culture in its latest issue. In addition to local cafe recommendations, the cover story also includes at-home brewing instructions and two glossary of terms for words you’re likely to find either on a bag of beans or on a coffeeshop menu. Not to self-promote […]

If I could host my own travel show, I’d drive across the United States visiting the best specialty coffeeshops and independent bookstores or public libraries that America’s cities have to offer. But since I don’t believe my tv dreams will come true, I’m going to share two wonderful spots in Downtown Denver instead, where you […]