Boulder may be famous for its hiking trails, craft coffee, and breathtaking Flatirons views, but the city’s sandwich scene deserves plenty of attention as well. Whether you’re grabbing lunch after a morning on the trails, fueling up before a day on Pearl Street, or looking for a satisfying meal between classes at CU Boulder, the […]

Boulder is known for its outdoor lifestyle, stunning mountain views, and thriving food scene. Whether you’re fueling up before a hike at Chautauqua, heading out for a bike ride, or simply enjoying a leisurely morning on Pearl Street, few breakfasts hit the spot quite like a fresh waffle. From classic Belgian waffles topped with fruit […]

The Underrated Boulder Restaurants That Deserve More Attention Boulder’s restaurant scene is famous for Pearl Street patios, nationally recognized chefs, and polished farm-to-table dining. But some of the city’s best meals are found far from the spotlight — tucked into neighborhood corners, shopping centers, casual storefronts, and longtime local hangouts that quietly keep Boulder fed […]

More than 1,000 miles from the nearest ocean, Boulder might seem like the last place you would expect to find exceptional oysters. Yet for more than three decades, Jax Fish House & Oyster Bar has been quietly changing people’s minds one shell at a time. Opened in 1994 by restaurateur Dave Query, Jax became Boulder’s […]

Fresh Farmers Market Favorites for Backyard BBQs, Boulder Creek Days, and Colorado Summer Gatherings Memorial Day weekend in Boulder, Colorado, always feels like the official start of summer. The Flatirons glow deep orange at sunset, Boulder Creek fills with people enjoying the warm weather, and backyard BBQs take over neighborhoods across town. From post-hike picnics […]

Memorial Day weekend in Boulder always feels like the unofficial start of summer. The patios fill up, grills fire across town, and locals head outdoors to soak up the long holiday weekend. With the Boulder Creek Festival returning and warmer weather finally settling into Colorado, this is the perfect time for simple seasonal food that […]

Thousands of runners will pour into Boulder this Memorial Day weekend for the legendary Bolder Boulder, and for many athletes, the tradition starts long before the starting gun goes off. It starts with pasta. The night before the race has become almost as iconic as the race itself, with runners filling Boulder’s Italian restaurants looking […]

Memorial Day weekend in Boulder always feels like the unofficial start of summer. The Flatirons are glowing late into the evening, Boulder Creek fills with people enjoying the sunshine, and the smell of barbecue starts drifting through neighborhoods across town. With the Boulder Creek Festival running May 22–25, 2026, and the iconic BOLDERBoulder race happening […]

The Secret to Perfect Cookies at 5,430 Feet Baking chocolate chip cookies in Boulder comes with its own unique challenges. At more than 5,400 feet above sea level, cookie dough behaves differently than it does at lower elevations. Cookies spread faster, dry out more quickly, and can easily turn flat without the right adjustments. Fortunately, […]

Boulder has always had a serious love for comfort food. After a long hike in the Flatirons, a day exploring Pearl Street, or a late night on The Hill, few things hit the spot quite like a great burger and a cold Colorado beer. What makes Boulder’s burger scene different is the city’s personality. Many […]