By John Lehndorff - May 23,2024

Order up!

People in shorts, freshly opened restaurant patios and blooming lilacs are strong hints that spring has finally returned to Boulder. The clearest sign of the season is a nose-grabbing aroma...

By John Lehndorff - May 21,2024

Local food news: May 21, 2024

The opening restaurants for Longmont’s new Parkway Food Hall includes two concepts from Niwot’s Farow Restaurant: Pie Dog Pizza and Baa Hachi (Japanese street food). Other spots are Chile Con...

By John Lehndorff - May 15,2024

The din at dinner

One year ago on Memorial Day weekend, I woke up to a wall of silence. Overnight, I’d lost the ability to hear out of my right ear.  Eventually, I was...

By John Lehndorff - May 14,2024

Local food news: May 14, 2024

Winning Boulder crackers  Three Boulder companies recently picked up 2024 Good Food Awards, the Oscars of American artisan food: heirloom grain pasta maker Pastificio; pickle, relish and salsa packer Mountain...

By John Lehndorff - May 8,2024

Tofu, tea and truth

“Nestled against the Rocky Mountains, Boulder, Colorado, has blossomed into a thriving hub for the natural products and wellness industry,” explained the narrator of an April CNBC profile about The...

By John Lehndorff - May 7,2024

Local food news: May 7, 2024

Beloved chef Amos Watts, who wowed Boulder diners at Corrida and Jax Fish House, has died at the age of 43, days before he was to open Denver’s Fifth String...

By John Lehndorff - May 1,2024

Food news: May 1, 2024

Local food news: Mateo is shuttered One of Boulder’s longest operating eateries, Mateo Restaurant Provencal, has closed at 1837 Pearl St. Mateo was opened by Matthew Jensen in 2001. Sauerkraut...

By John Lehndorff - May 1,2024

Tastes of freedom

Patacónis a simple plantain sandwich with savory fillings favored by Venezuelan families. For Julia Roncoroni, a psychologist and associate professor at the University of Denver, dishes like patacón can help...

By John Lehndorff - April 24,2024

Under the radar

No other Longmont restaurant has a view that can beat the panoramic sights at the Flight Deck Grill. Far from Broomfield’s retail districts, the Blue Sky Bistro boasts wood-smoked ribs...

By John Lehndorff - April 22,2024

Food news: April 22, 2024

The relaxing Wednesday evening Boulder Farmers Market opens for the season May 1 on 13th Street between Canyon and Arapahoe with fresh produce, live music, food carts and adult beverages. ...

By John Lehndorff - April 16,2024

Boulder County food news: April 16, 2024

Taste of the Week: Lunch on 55th Street You have probably tasted A Spice of Life fare at parties, events and office cafes since the caterer opened in 1987, but...

By John Lehndorff - April 16,2024

Pickler-in-chief

The pickling gene runs strong in Laraina James’ family — one that thrived as it migrated from New York to Louisiana to Colorado. Her great-grandmother taught her grandmother how to...

By John Lehndorff - April 10,2024

A guide to mindful dining

Waylon Lewis may be the most famous vegan in a city famous for its natural foods. Through Elephant Journal, his independent Boulder-based media platform, Lewis connects with thousands of people...

By John Lehndorff - April 3,2024

Boulder County food news: April 3, 2024

254,640 cans on the rocks Red Rocks sells more White Claw hard seltzer than any other single venue in the U.S., according to the beverage company. The 9,545-person capacity amphitheater...

By John Lehndorff - April 2,2024

Tastes like home

Food halls have proliferated across Colorado, many featuring the same cuisines. Mango House is something completely different.  Entering through a colorful alley entrance, you find yourself in a bubbling nexus...

By John Lehndorff - March 27,2024

First Bite eats it

With new eateries opening, bistros earning Michelin awards and the Coach Prime effect bringing in visitors, you might assume that 2024 is the best of times for Boulder’s dining scene....

By Carter Ferryman - March 22,2024

Mixed plate

University Hill has been, and always will be, definitively odd — and proud of it. Once a vibrant hub for counterculture, some would argue that the Hill has lost its...

By John Lehndorff - March 22,2024

Fare-ly cheap

It’s no secret that Boulder has a reputation as a damn pricey place to dine. Sticker shock is nothing new, but lately the cost of dining has skyrocketed, even at...