Food + Beverage

Great-Grandma's Gratitude

Süti's BSBB Shortbread Cookies    Article by Recipe by Chef Andrea Uzarowski Süti & Co ’s Chef Andrea Uzarowski and her Scandinavian-style café and shop dedicated to the art of simple pleasures. “süti,” the cafe's namesake, a Danish-style shortbread made with locally milled flour and lots of Danish butter! These cookies are part of Chef Andrea's heritage. At the café, she serves up five signature shortbreads that are named in honor of her family and friends. During the holidays she sells...

Home + Design

Basement Transformation

How Saltbox and Sloan Created a Family’s Dream Space Article by Grace Adele Boyle | Photography by Rae Scott When a Boulder family with young children decided to remodel their unfinished basement, they sought a design team to bring their vision to life. Enter Saltbox Design Co, an interior design firm, and Sloan Construction, a general contractor specializing in luxury remodels. Together, they embarked on a journey to create a bright, multifunctional space that would become the family's new...

Sports + Recreation

Developing the Next Generation of Winter Olympic Athletes

Boulder Skimo and Eldora Mountain Ski & Snowboard Club introduce a new nation-leading Youth Skimo Program Article by Davide Giardini Boulder is renowned for being a breeding ground for Olympians. From triathlon to running, from climbing to cycling, athletes are drawn to our town from its high altitude, supportive athletic culture, like-minded community, fair weather, and sporting infrastructure. Just CU Boulder alone has produced over 100 Olympians through the years.  Although the Boulder...

Food + Beverage

Chef's Choice

Two Amazing Omakase Dinners—Two Different Ways Article by Allyson Reedy | Photography by Connor Stehr and Poppy & Co. by Kelsey Huffer The Japanese word omakase translates to “I leave it up to you,” meaning the chef chooses your meal based on their style of cooking and what’s seasonal and fresh. So yeah, control freaks might want to sit this one out. But those who are game are in for the meal of their life, an often-lengthy menu of culinary twists and turns that’ll have your jaw on the...

Shopping

Shop, Toast, and Celebrate

Make This Season Memorable with Boulder's Best Holiday Markets Article by Millie D'Souza | Photography by Abby Shepard Photography, Bridget Dorr, Courtesy of Cherry Creek Holiday Market & Christkindlmarket If you’re someone who delights in finding unique gifts, handmade treasures, or personalized surprises—or if you’re just ready to dive into the holiday spirit—our Holiday Market Roundup has you covered! We’ve scoured December’s best offerings to help you discover the perfect holiday gifts...

Food + Beverage

Conscious Consumption

It’s What’s for Dinner Article by Leon Corn | Photography by Illustration by John Carlson Was it a ferret, a badger, a monkey, or a bird that first stumbled across a pile of fallen wild plums that had perfectly fermented, turning the sweet sugars into delirious alcohol and sending that creature off into the woods a happier and more confident being? When the Chinese first began making a derivative of sake with rice, millet, grapes, and honey in 7000 BCE, how long did it take for “that guy” to...

Entertainment

AROUND TOWN

Article and Photography by Winter Fest at Colorado Chautauqua December 5-7 Kick off the season with a magical experience at Chautauqua's annual WinterFest! Over three festive days, create unforgettable memories with family and friends as you explore a charming holiday market, enjoy live music, and indulge in seasonal treats. Kids can enjoy cookie decorating, ornament crafting, and other hands-on holiday fun! For tickets go to  Chautauqua.com/Event/WinterFest-2024 . Fresh: A CU Dance...

Home + Design

The Politics of Design

Article by Martin Brodsky The height of a mature plains cottonwood is fifty-five feet...remember this. When a proposal to build three high-rises at the mouth of Boulder Canyon hit the city council—the latest in a slew of efforts, some featuring three-hundred-foot skyscrapers—nobody could ignore the developers salivating to cash in on the growing city. These proposals stirred up fierce citizen-led resistance into what became a yearslong battle over the Boulder skyline and over the character of...

Wellness

The Dragontree Sanctuary

Creating Community in the Modern Era Article by Meredith Rowe | Photography by Emma Hampsten For Briana and Peter Borten, The Dragontree Spa isn’t just a business—it’s a living expression of their dedication to creating a community that thrives through connection and the empowerment of each person’s highest self. With their new space on Broadway, their ultimate goal was to foster an environment where people can come together in collective healing. This journey began in an unexpected way when...

Finance + Legal Services

One Donation, 37 Miles of Water

How Berg Hill Greenleaf Ruscitti Helped Protect Jasper Reservoir Article by Meredith Rowe | Photography by Courtesy of BHGR High in the Indian Peaks Wilderness above Nederland and Eldora, there’s a body of water called the Jasper Reservoir. Built in 1896, it is a popular camping and fishing destination that directly feeds into the Boulder Creek watershed. During the later summer and early fall, when water levels are at their lowest, the Jasper Reservoir can release additional water to prop the...