Watching the sunrise from a hot air balloon above Boulder County is one of Colorado’s most unforgettable experiences. As the first light touches the Flatirons and the snowcapped peaks to the west, the entire Front Range begins to glow in shades of gold and pink. The moment feels peaceful, quiet, and remarkably gentle — a […]

Boulder has long been one of Colorado’s premier craft beer destinations. With a mix of nationally recognized pioneers and innovative small-batch taprooms, the city continues to deliver some of the most respected beer in the state. Whether you’re searching for hop-forward IPAs, crisp European-style lagers, or classic pub ales, these seven breweries represent the best […]

This is the kind of sunset that makes you stop walking and just stare. Captured from a quiet lake in East Boulder, this epic winter scene delivers everything that makes Colorado’s Front Range unforgettable. Snow lines the shoreline. Thin patches of ice and open water break up the surface of the lake. The still water […]

Today’s Dog of the Day captures everything we love about Boulder in one single frame — blue skies stretching endlessly overhead, crisp air, and a dog completely locked into her favorite treasure: a perfectly chosen pine cone. There she stands in the middle of a stunning Boulder backdrop, her paw lifted high in classic pointing […]

This black and white butterfly feeding on an orange flower cluster is less commonly known as a , commonly known as the Ismenius Tiger or Tiger Heliconian. As a lover of words, otherwise known as a lexophile, a linguaphile , or even a word nerd,  you’ve got to love the name of this butterfly.  From […]

There are nights in Boulder that feel almost unreal — when the world quiets, the snow settles, and the Flatirons stand in complete stillness under a silver sky. This epic black and white photograph captures one of those rare winter moments at Chautauqua Park. Fresh snowfall blankets the landscape, softening every edge. The iconic Flatirons […]

Boulder’s Postino WineCafe on Pearl Street has become a local favorite for wine lovers and foodies alike. Their Valentine’s Day prix fixe menu features three courses and is available through February 28th – still time to grab a reservation before the month ends. Ever since Postino WineCafe opened their doors in Boulder, I knew I […]

When winter settles over Boulder and the air turns sharp and dry, lunchtime calls for something hot. With elevation above 5,400 feet and frequent temperature swings — something the National Weather Service regularly tracks across the Front Range — warm food isn’t just comforting, it’s practical. A bowl of soup at midday hydrates, restores, and […]

There are easier places to live. Places with milder weather, lower elevation, and fewer hills to climb. Places that do not test your lungs on a morning walk or humble you with sudden wind rolling off the foothills. And yet, people choose Boulder. They choose it deliberately. Boulder is not just a location on a […]

Boulder residents know the magic of Colorado’s mountain landscapes—the way light hits the Flatirons at sunrise, the stillness of an alpine lake, the drama of an afternoon storm rolling over the peaks. Award-winning painter Jay Moore has spent over three decades translating that beauty onto canvas. Based in Parker, Colorado, Moore’s oil paintings of Colorado’s […]