A Boulder resident in the 1940s remarked that Pearl street is “a good place to buy a pair of socks.” I think this adage holds true today, and that Pearl offers Boulder exponentially more to go along with those socks. Pearl Street is supposedly named for one of the wives of the original 54 founders […]

Meatballs have been a favorite food item for centuries, with roots in various cultures across the globe. While the exact origin of meatballs is unclear, many historians trace its roots back to the Middle East and North Africa, where they were known as kofta. The dish then spread to the Mediterranean and eventually made its […]

Tex-Mex cuisine has become an integral part of American food culture, and its popularity has grown exponentially over the years. This is especially true in college towns like Boulder, where students are always on the lookout for delicious yet affordable food options. The question arises, why is Tex-Mex food so popular in college towns like […]

“Eat less, move more” is a mantra I’ve heard and advice I’ve given many times over the years.  While both calorie intake and physical activity are important factors in weight loss, which one is more important? Physiologically speaking, weight loss and gain revolve around the concept of calories in, calories out. A recent study found […]

Cinnamon rolls are one of the most popular baked goods in the world, loved for their sweet, gooey texture and comforting cinnamon aroma. There are several reasons why cinnamon rolls have become such a beloved pastry, and why Boulder, Colorado has so many great bakeries specializing in them. First and foremost, cinnamon rolls are a […]

People eating people is messy business. No surprise there. The Walking Dead, for example, paints a serious portrait of life in a world overrun by flesh hungry citizens—from the psychology of survival, to logistics of remaining ahead of a horde. Boulder and CU-Boulder take a different approach. We’re not talking zombies, of course, but something […]

Indian food has undoubtedly become one of the most popular cuisines globally. It is a cuisine that is well-loved for its rich flavors, bold spices, and diverse cooking methods. Indian food has a long and colorful history, and its popularity can be attributed to several factors. One of the primary reasons why people love Indian […]

Even though spring in Colorado typically involves snow, it seems this spring will be warmer, earlier.  March is usually the snowiest month in Colorado and yet, here we are, halfway through the month with no snow.  As the longer, warmer days of spring unfold, you may still be feeling the heaviness of winter.  Since we […]

Boulder, Colorado is known for its thriving food scene, offering a wide variety of cuisine options from farm-to-table dining to international fare. This is due to several factors, including a strong focus on locally sourced and sustainable ingredients, a supportive community of local farmers and food producers, and a culturally diverse population with a passion […]

In the neighborhood surrounding the University of Colorado, there are a lot of fantastic restaurants. Students at CU have access to a wide variety of high-quality options from which to choose. Trip Advisor ranked each of these restaurants based on their customers’ most recent reviews, and determined which establishment received the highest overall score. Rincon […]