Valentine’s Day doesn’t have to be complicated. In Boulder County, a thoughtfully chosen box of chocolate still goes a long way. Whether you’re planning something romantic, celebrating a friendship, or simply treating yourself, local chocolate shops across the county offer dependable quality and memorable flavor. From Pearl Street classics to artisan confectioners in Lafayette, these […]

A Quiet Celebration of Color, Detail, and Life Along the Front Range If you’ve spent any time browsing nature photography on AboutBoulder.com, chances are you’ve paused—maybe without even realizing why—on an image credited to Lenny Lensworth Frieling. His photography has a way of slowing you down. Nowhere is that more true than in his ongoing […]

Valentine’s Day in Boulder has never quite fit the traditional mold. This isn’t a city built around reservations, prix fixe menus, or grand romantic gestures. Boulder has always moved to a different rhythm—one that values authenticity over performance, connection over display, and presence over perfection. Here, Valentine’s Day feels less like a spotlight and more […]

Hamburgers exist everywhere—but in Boulder, Colorado, they carry meaning. This is a town shaped by movement, effort, and reward. Sunrise hikes, long trail runs, snow days that turn into bluebird afternoons—Boulder days are earned, and the hamburger often waits at the finish line. Boulder doesn’t chase burger trends. It perfects fundamentals. And that’s exactly why […]

The day begins the way Boulder does best—quiet, intentional, and full of promise. As the sun rises over Mount Sanitas, the light spills gently across the landscape, illuminating the rugged beauty that has made these mountains some of the most beloved in the world. Walking down through the Sanitas Valley Trail, the morning feels personal, […]

A Winter Snow Edition Celebration of Boulder’s Happiest Pups There’s something magical about Boulder after a fresh snowfall—especially if you experience it through the eyes of a dog. Today’s Boulder’s Dog of the Day perfectly captures that magic: a super-happy pup sprinting through the snow, orange bone toy proudly clenched in its mouth, tail wagging […]

When Snow, Sky, and the Front Range Align There are sunsets—and then there are winter sunsets in Boulder. This panoramic scene captured in East Boulder, with the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains stretching across the horizon, is one of those rare moments when everything comes together perfectly. Snow on the ground. Crisp winter air. […]

As winter settles into Boulder, food cravings naturally shift. Lighter, seasonal meals give way to richer, warmer flavors that feel comforting and familiar. And year after year, one trend consistently rises to the top during the colder months: chocolate-covered comfort foods. Whether enjoyed as a simple treat or a special indulgence, chocolate has a way […]

There’s something about waffles that just works in Boulder. Maybe it’s the mountain mornings, maybe it’s the balance of indulgence and comfort, or maybe it’s just that waffles photograph beautifully while tasting even better. Whatever the reason, waffles have quietly become one of Boulder’s most crave-worthy breakfast staples. Based on local reviews, menus, and current […]

In Boulder, winter has a particular kind of light: bright enough to make you feel hopeful, sharp enough to make you feel honest.  That was the container I was in during  Dream Tank’s two-week Systems Change Lab, where a cohort of Brown University students and a circle of mentors convened to prototype a toolkit cities […]