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Community Shared Through Food

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orking as a magazine editor affords the opportunity to be an integral part of the community that publication serves. However, the coverage areas of many publications are too large or too spread out to maintain a kinship like Boulder Lifestyle offers. Being hyper-local is an amazing way to couple a magazine’s content with its readers.

february 2014 publisher Andy Manz | AManz@LifestylePubs.com

editor Heather Shoning | HShoning@LifestylePubs.com

contributing writers Dell Bleekman, Megan Macaluso, Jules Marie, Ellen Nordberg, Emily O’Brien, Allyson Reedy, Brooke Trexler, Camille Wilson

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As we progress through 2014, I will strive to create a stronger, more intimate connection in our community. I look forward to sharing the stories about people, events and businesses that make Boulder such a great place to live and work.

Food is a root of communities worldwide. We come together with food to celebrate, to mourn, to wind down and talk about our days. We break bread with family members, cherished friends and sometimes strangers with whom we share some common interest.

In this issue, you’ll meet a husband-wife team who created a restaurant based on their personal interpretation of community as expressed through her Greek heritage (Greek Tradition, Translated, page 24). You’ll learn about a non-profit organization that links Boulder’s food sector to the homeless and low-income residents (Delivering Hope and Health, page 20).

Dell Bleekman, James Moro, Brooke Trexler

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Greater than each individual tale is the collective story of how we individuals unite through food and community.

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must admit, the one-year anniversary issue for Boulder Lifestyle almost went completely under my nose.

Being a monthly publication, it seems just as one deadline is ending, another is right around the corner. No moss growing on this rolling stone. Playing a small role in the whirlwind might also be the fact that we have three children under age four running/crawling around our home. My amazing wife, Katie, is definitely the MVP of our family.

Last February, we came out of the gate with a feature on a couple of sisters whose idea for a film festival now has Boulder in the same league as Sundance and Telluride. Boulder’s resident beer guru, Tom Wilmes, enlightened us on a delicious Chocolate Coffee Stout by New Belgium Brewing.

In March, our food issue featured an organization called Growing Gardens—which empowers local youth to serve the community by playing in the dirt and tending to an amazing urban garden.

April focused on the local non­profit scene, which is simply undeniable in strength. Specifically, we celebrated 115 years of Chautauqua’s culture, community and natural beauty.

May was all about going green. We wrote about a local who decided to take it upon herself to bring recycling to mountain towns…before it was “cool.” You also read about the “Tiny House” movement where you can literally buy a custom home that is small enough to be towed on trailer behind a Smart car.

In June, love was in the air for our wedding feature and many talented, Boulder-­based vendors donated their time and talents to a beautiful Downton Abbey-themed photo shoot at the historic Hotel Boulderado.

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July’s “Ride the Trails” championed the unofficial pasttime of choice in our fair city—biking. We told the story of Will Frischkorn, former pro cyclist, Tour de France participant, turned cheese- and cured-meat aficionado.

In August, we had an inside look at the farm dinner trend from Boulder’s favorite celebrity chef, Hosea Rosenberg.

A physicist and a chemical engineer decide to partner up and start a distillery in east Boulder. Guess who is surprised…nobody in this town. In September, we raised a glass to the exploding beer, wine and spirit scene.

Then came the most significant event of the year, decade, perhaps century—the great flood. We remembered those who perished, join together to help those who lost so much and learned a lot about the resolve of our community.

In October and November, random acts of heroism tales started pouring in, about as fast as the original rains fell. The Mudslingers, a grass roots cleanup army, earned rock-star status by shoveling mud and helping whomever was in need while trying to put their lives back together. Many of you gave in other ways—from financial aid to serving a cold beer to volunteering for a 14-hour day.

December’s “Local Gift Guide” proved that the retail industry is back in full force and spotlighted unique Boulder-­based gifts for that special Boulderite in your life.

January explored the bond we share with our pets. My favorite was the photo of a cat with acupuncture needles placed delicately around its head. He actually looked happy, which, in my opinion, is a rarity for cats (I’m a dog guy).

That brings us to our 12th issue and the exciting start of a new year.

I want to personally thank Allyson Reedy for her amazing work as our editor in 2013, and also welcome Heather Shoning to the same position for 2014. Please send Heather your announcements, press releases, event photos and calendar listings.

Thank you for allowing us to be a part of your life and occupy a space on your coffee table. We are proud to be Boulder’s “community living” magazine. Be well, and let’s stay in touch!

Warmest regards from our family to yours,

Andy Manz, Publisher Amanz@lifestylepubs.com

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Around Town says Christi Skow, co-founder and co-owner of Canyon Bakehouse, and a mother of three. “My son and I both have Celiac Disease, so I’m happy to see a school district advocate for more choices for kids like my son.”

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CU AND BOULDER B-CYCLE TEAM UP TO ADD MORE BIKE-SHARE STATIONS Boulder B-cycle intends to more than double the number of bikeshare stations in Boulder by 2020. Thirteen of those will show up on or near the University of Colorado campus with nearly half possibly coming in the next year.

There currently are three bike-share stations on or near CU’s campus—at 19th Street and Boulder Creek, at Broadway and Euclid Avenue and at Broadway and University Avenue. Stations proposed for 2014 include 28th Street and Boulder Creek, 21st Street and Arapahoe Avenue, Broadway and Baseline Road and 13th Street and College Avenue.

The new stations will be paid for by federal grant money, CU, Boulder B-Cycle and community donors. Naropa University will help pay for some of the station costs at 21st Street and Arapahoe.

B-cycle also offers students a discounted annual membership at $40, down from the regular $65 annual membership. Waddell said B-cycle is currently creating some other discounts and incentives to encourage the CU community to utilize the bike-sharing system.

BVSD GOES GLUTEN FREE Following increased requests for gluten-free options, Chef Ann Cooper, the “Renegade Lunch Lady,” and BVSD Director of Food Services recently chose local and family-owned company, Canyon Bakehouse, to provide gluten-free bread for the district’s school food program.

The BVSD school food program now offers a dozen sandwiches in gluten-free options, including a toasted cheese sandwich, a meatball sub and a buffalo chicken sandwich along with six gluten-free entrees and a 100-percent gluten-free salad bar.

“We’re honored to be working with Chef Ann and the Boulder Valley School District in support of healthier choices for all students to enjoy,” 16 Boulder Lifestyle | February 2014

Casey Middle School eighth-graders recently gave presentations modeled after TED (Technology, Entertainment, Design) talks. The presentations will be shown on Channel 22, the Boulder Valley School District channel, and submitted for possible inclusion on the TED website.

The TED-Ed pilot has a theme of “lessons worth sharing.” Casey is one of about 100 schools worldwide to participate in the pilot. Casey language arts teacher, Val Wheeler, required her students to create an educational TED-style talk for class. The eighth-grade students were invited to present them to be filmed. The students prepared five-minute talks on subjects ranging from self-confidence to nature conservancy to extreme sports.

About 16 students participated in December and more are scheduled for a similar event in March.

2014 COULD BE A BIG YEAR FOR BOULDER’S ART SCENE Matt Chasansky, the new arts and culture manager for the city of Boulder, hopes to oversee a plan in 2014 that will ask residents what they want “the personality of Boulder” to be and then identify the tools to help make that happen.

Chasansky took over a vacant role after working as director of arts and culture programs at Denver International Airport, a six-year tenure that began with the installation of the infamous Blue Mustang.

“DIA was a fascinating time and lots of things going on, but one thing it didn’t have was a community,” Chasansky says. “We had 53 million people a year passing through and lots of projects, but I was looking to use my skills to really affect people’s lives.”

He says there is increasing recognition around the country that public art should be more than just statues in parks and that it should have a sense of vibrancy and immediacy that connects to people’s lives.

Look for that connection to be made in 2014. A new Boulder Arts Week is planned for April. Artists in north Boulder are pressing for a formal arts district designation. A study is underway to determine the feasibility of a performing arts center in central Boulder. The remodel of the main library is slated to be finished later this year. And the city is implementing a new Civic Area Master Plan with a significant public art component.

Richard Turbiak, chairman of the Boulder Arts Commission, says hiring Chasansky, particularly with his experience in public art, has been an important step for the city.

“There is a need to put the case together for why the arts should be funded, and we have that opportunity in 2014,” he says. “We

have the chance with the community cultural plan to say, ‘This is why we support the arts.’”

WEEKLY FOOD DISTRIBUTION EXTENDED THROUGH MARCH 31 Boulder and Broomfield County residents who have been impacted by the September floods will continue to receive weekly food and King Soopers gift cards through March 31 from Community Food Share.

Distributions are being held Tuesdays from 1–3 p.m. at Community Food Share’s new facility, located at 650 S. Taylor Ave., in the Colorado Tech Center in Louisville. Residents impacted by the floods are asked to bring their FEMA or Red Cross letter or case number, stating that they have been registered for flood relief assistance and a photo ID at each distribution. For more information, call 303.652.3663.

NEDERLAND HIGH SCHOOL: UP FOR A GRAMMY FOUNDATION AWARD AGAIN For the 11th time—more than any other school in the country—Nederland High School was named a semi-finalist for the Signature School Award by the GRAMMY Foundation. Each year, the award program recognizes top U.S. public high schools making an outstanding commitment to music education during an academic school year.

“I am so proud to work with these music students at NMSHS,” says Liz Evans, band, choir and orchestra teacher at Nederland Middle/Senior High. “Being selected as a semi-finalist for the GRAMMY Signature School Award for the 11th time, and for the GRAMMY Enterprise Award now for the second time, sends a message to our kids that students don’t have to attend a large school in order to have high-quality music experiences.”

In mid-March, the GRAMMY Foundation will announce the finalists for the GRAMMY Signature Schools program. These schools will receive a custom award and a monetary grant ranging from $1,000 to $15,000 to benefit their music program. The Foundation selected 123 schools as semi-finalists out of more than 20,000 schools nationwide.

LAFAYETTE UNVEILS MEDICATION DISPOSAL PROGRAM Each year through a pair of drug take-back events, the Lafayette Police Department collects between 600 and 800 pounds of unused medication from area residents. To create a safe way for residents to dispose of medications throughout the year, without harm to the environment, the department unveiled its new MedReturn drug collection unit—a mailbox-like container designed to collect unused medications and vitamins.

The MedReturn unit will be available for drop-offs from 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

Monday through Friday. It is located in the records division at the Lafayette Police Station, 451 North 111th St., Lafayette. The department plans to eventually relocate the unit to the lobby.

The collection unit will keep drugs out of the landfill and from being flushed down the toilet, where they end up in the water reclamation system from which they cannot be removed. The department will accept most prescription medications, patches, ointments, vitamins, over-the-counter medications, drug samples and pet medications.

Medications collected will be destroyed through the Drug Enforcement Agency’s incineration program. Needles and other sharps, inhalers, aerosol cans, some liquids and bloody or infectious materials will not be accepted.

For more information, call the Lafayette Police Department at 303.665.5571.

EAST BOULDER COUNTY ARTS AND CULTURE SCENE GETS A NEW HOME The Arts Hub, The Art Underground’s 11,000-square-foot community arts center and theater, just broke ground in Louisville’s Steel Ranch neighborhood last month. The $2 million, state-of-the-art facility is scheduled to open this summer.

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Around Town The new building will feature two dance rooms, art and music studio rooms, a set shop, other theater support spaces and an outdoor pedestrian plaza with tables, a future playground and flexible space for small outdoor performances.

The organization is also raising money to pay for top-of-the-line lighting and audio equipment at the new location. A big advantage of the new building is its 194-seat theater. The Art Underground previously depended on local schools to hold performances. Props and equipment had to be moved, set up and torn down each time.

“We need a stable venue,” says Lori Jones, founder and executive director of The Art Underground. “So much time and energy is dedicated to getting everything to these auditoriums. Just having our own venue will allow us to focus on production.”

Housed on the ground floor of the UMC, the space has a funky, calming vibe. Students can relax on comfortable couches while instrumental music plays in the background. Fluorescent lighting is turned off and replaced by floor and desk lamps.

Students can gather in small groups in conversation areas and nooks throughout the room.

The Center is open Monday through Friday during the regular academic year for most of the day. Weekends and evenings students can partake in yoga, bowling, game nights and other activities. The center also hosts Alcoholics Anonymous meetings for students interested in attending.

CU OFFERS HANGOUT FOR SOBER STUDENTS CU students choosing to opt out of the stereotypical party scene now have a place to hang out with other like-minded collegians.

The Collegiate Recovery Center, which opened inside the University Memorial Center last summer, now sees about 50 students who regularly come by to hang out or study.

The center opened as a place for people in recovery from substance use and other addictive behaviors to find a community and participate in sober activities. The only requirement for entry is 24 hours of sobriety.

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Delivering Hope and Health Boulder Food Rescue delivers nutrition on two wheels Article Camille Wilson | Photography Boulder Food Rescue

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ave you ever cringed as you threw out a few bananas that got too brown—okay, black—before you used them? Or the cilantro you bought for one recipe and didn’t use the rest of the bunch? If you’re like most Americans, there’s reason to wince. We throw away an estimated 25 percent of the food we bring home each month—about 20 pounds per person—according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture. That’s enough to fill the Rose Bowl, a 90,000-seat stadium, every day.

The scale of waste is even harder to digest when you begin to consider grocery stores, bakeries and other food establishments nationwide. The Environmental Protection Agency estimates that an average of 1000 pounds of food are thrown away daily at every grocery store. In 2011 alone, the U.S. generated more than 36 million tons of food waste, with only 4 percent diverted from landfills and incinerators for composting.

Even with this excess, a huge number of families and individuals remain food insecure—about 14 percent of American households, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture. That’s 50 million Americans who do not get enough food to live active, healthy lifestyles.

If you’re feeling aghast, you’re not alone. A small group of compassionate problem solvers—the type that would stay up late into the night making applesauce so that their apples wouldn’t go to waste—began to ponder a solution after their University of Boulder research project uncovered some of these astonishing figures.

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were deemed “too perishable” to donate according to policy restrictions, but that stores wanted to get the still-edible goods matched up to those who could use them. Thus began Boulder Food Rescue in August 2011.

The Boulder-based nonprofit works with grocery stores, bakeries and restaurants to divert food from dumpsters or compost bins and instead deliver it directly to homeless and low-income populations that need it. A central principle aimed at sustainability requires as many pick-ups and deliveries as permitted by load size and weather—which has ended up around 85 percent—be completed via bicycles and bike trailers.

So, just how does food get from point A to point B? Donors load their food into plastic bins, which are kept at their store. A volunteer arrives by bike, transfers the food to a bike trailer that is also parked at the donor facility and hauls it directly to whichever organization is scheduled to receive it.

“This ‘direct, just-in-time’ food rescue is what sets us apart because it doesn’t require any storage or sorting, and the food can be used immediately,” says Nora Laccese, board president and intern coordinator.

Boulder Food Rescue started with just one grocery store, Ideal Market in Boulder, and has grown to 11 grocery stores and nearly as many bakeries and restaurants. Volunteers pick up at about a dozen locations each day and deliver to 49 organizations all over town; they manage an average of 10,000 pounds of fresh, nutritious produce each week. Boulder Food Rescue anticipates

passing the 500,000-pound mark for total food rescued this month (Feb. 2014).

You might be wondering how food waste can be consumed by people at the recipient charities. Wouldn’t someone get sick? It turns out waste is in the eye of the beholder, or in this case the discerning customer. Grocery stores are often unable to sell slightly bruised apples or misshapen pears.

“But these fruits are completely edible and still full of nutrition,” says Laccese.

“All of our volunteers are instructed to look through their pick-ups and only deliver items they would eat themselves.”

Further, the Good Samaritan Act absolves all food and grocery donors who donate apparently wholesome food in good faith from civil and criminal liability.

Funded through grants, individual donors and a recent crowdfunding initiative, the 501(c)3 runs a lean operation with just one and a half employees and a fleet of bike trailers to maintain. Volunteers supply all other labor and their own bikes. The Food Rescue Robot, a completely custom Web application developed by one of the founders, tracks food donors, recipients, scheduling and logistics. Volunteers can even update the Robot when they will miss a shift so that someone else can pick it up.

The group has become such a well-oiled machine (or bike chain?) in two short years that it has developed a separate parent organization called Food Rescue Alliance (FRA). Boulder Food Rescue has given a seed grant to FRA to support and facilitate the creation of food rescue chapters in Denver and Colorado Springs with the potential to move beyond the state.

There are many ways to get involved in the food rescue movement. Volunteers and donations are, of course, always welcome.

And Leccese encourages each of us to evaluate the amount of food wasted in our own homes and businesses. Have you figured out a plan for all of your bananas?

If you would like more information, visit BoulderFoodRescue.org

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Get Cooking Local cooking classes make a great date night or girls’ night out Article Jules Marie Photography Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts

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asta, pastry, superfoods or Indian foods—the Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts in Boulder offers hands-on, interactive classes for anyone willing to roll up their sleeves and celebrate the joy of cooking in an intimate classroom setting.

Cooking classes are a great way to meet new people and share, discover or rekindle a passion for cooking.

Originally founded in 1994 by Joan Brett as the Culinary School of the Rockies, it was purchased by Triumph Higher Education Group in 2010 and with a sister school in Austin, Texas, soon became known as Escoffier Boulder. Auguste Escoffier was a visionary and cooking genius whose methods, techniques and recipes continue to influence chefs worldwide.

Though home to a nationally accredited culinary and pastry program, Escoffier Boulder also houses a warm and inviting Home Cook kitchen designed to bring home cooking to an entirely new level regardless of skill.

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A vast array of recreational cooking classes explores a range of techniques and topics. Learn Thai cuisine today, chocolate making tomorrow. Girls’ night out is another popular offering as are the grilling classes with beer pairing. And if you miss a class, there’s a good chance it’ll cycle back around.

A typical Home Cook class begins with a warm welcome from the chef instructor and two kitchen assistants, accompanied by light snacks and refreshments. The chef hosts a brief discussion and then participants tackle one of the menu items. All classes include a multi-course meal; appetizers, soups, salads or side dishes, entrees and even desserts—all enjoyed roundtable-style with a glass of wine at the end of class.

Two particularly popular classes are the dinner date classes and private team building events. Local companies have warmed to the idea of having their employees prepare a healthy, delicious feast together in the name of team building, and everyone is encouraged to jump in and have a blast. Dinner dates are targeted to couples wanting to spend a night out cooking with their favorite person and enjoying a fine meal with other couples.

Professional chef instructors teach all classes, most of which are up to four hours long and are usually held weekday nights as well as on weekends. Lengthier technique workshops generally encompass five classes and offer a more in-depth look at kitchen basics, including knife skills, basic cooking or basic pastry techniques.

All classes emphasize the use of fresh, seasonal ingredients and are based on consumer demand and food trends. Escoffier Boulder prides itself on working with local farmers and partners with Isabelle Farm and 63rd St. Farm to source local, farm-fresh ingredients whenever possible.

Classes are kept to a maximum of 12 participants, and the cost varies between $75 and $95 depending on the menu.

Teens can accompany a parent or register for one of the teen-friendly classes.

If you would like more information, visit Escoffier.edu

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Greek Tradition, Translated By way of food and drink, get a lesson in Greek tradition at Volta Mediterranean Restaurant Article Heather Shoning | Photography Courtesy of Volta Mediterranean Restaurant

and Eleni Deering’s relationship is grounded in food and Jondrink.

The pair met while living in California. Jon worked as a barista and at a local restaurant, and Eleni would see him at both neighborhood locations.

“I thought he was the best server I’d ever met,” Eleni says.

Their connection based on food was immediate. Born in Greece and raised in a traditional Greek household, where food and drink are a basic tenet, Eleni brought Jon spanakopitakia, a spinach and feta pie, handmade by her mother, for the couple’s first date.

As the romance blossomed, so did the love affair with food and nutrition. For several years while Eleni stayed at home with their daughter, Jon straddled the career line between food service and nutrition and herbalism. In addition to a passion for food, the two shared a love of travel and exploration.

After several relocations, the family landed in Boulder where Jon went on to hold prestigious jobs as front of house manager and beverage director in some of the area’s finest restaurants including Sunflower, Colterra, Salt and Black Cat. Less than 10 years later the couple decided it was time for a restaurant of their own. During the process of developing the restaurant concept, which they knew would have Mediterranean influences, Eleni returned to her home country for a visit. While she was falling in love with Greece once again, it became clear that Greek tradition should be the essence of their venture. And thus began their Volta—a turn; a short journey.

Despite the long, rich Greek history, the couple wanted a fresh, modern approach to Greek tradition in the restaurant and the Mediterranean food.

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“We like the term ‘modern,’” Jon says. “It relates to our food consciousness; the purity, quality and sustainability.”

They also like a modern aesthetic for the space. The furnishings are minimalistic with clean lines. The space has a copasetic mix of woods, metal and with pops of orange. The bar area offers hightop seating that overlooks a half wall creating a connection to the dining area. Volta has an ever-changing art collection, while music and dance are becoming part of the restaurant’s identity.

Despite the contemporary appeal, the couple crafted a space Volta Mediterranean based on the Greek “filoxenia,” Restaurant which officially translates to 2480 Canyon Blvd., Boulder hospitality. However, the word 303.938.8800 carries meaning far beyond that VoltaBoulder.com with a better translation being “to give warmth and hospitality to all strangers.”

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It is in that tradition that the couple married their casual, comfortable space with fine food and drinks that are creative and delectable. The food is driven by seasonality because much of it is sourced locally. They offer nothing with chemicals or GMOs; it’s as pure as possible with a Mediterranean feel.

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Jon says, is the quality and freshness of the meat, sourced from a local vendor. And the whole fish? It is sustainably sourced from the clean waters of the northeast. Whole, coincidentally, is the primary way Greeks eat their fish, explains Eleni.

“Our Sunday night Greek dinners are very popular,” Eleni says. “Boulder diners are always looking for good ethnic food.”

They are equally as passionate about the wines they offer. Jon says most are sourced from the Mediterranean basin or influenced by the region and the majority are organic. Jon strives to integrate the seasonal dishes with the perfect wine offerings for a complete dining experience.

“This is about warmth and being part of a community,” Eleni says. “We want people to leave here feeling uplifted—filoxenia, it’s rooted in our culture.”

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Food Truck

Frenzy

Mobile food hits the street all year long Article Brooke Trexler and Heather Shoning Photography Courtesy of RollinGreens, Bumper Crop and Verde

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ood trucks have become a Colorado summer staple. Go to any farmers’ market, movie under the stars or community concert in the park and you’ll find mouth-watering, original dinner options from local restaurateurs on the move. From staples like street tacos to barbecue to innovative interpretations of worldwide cuisine—there is a food truck experience to satisfy everyone including vegan, gluten-free and locavore options.

Despite food truck chow being expected summertime eats, you can still enjoy the fun and food during the winter, too. More often than not you’ll find them in their usual haunts peddling delicious lunch options. Many trucks have designated spots they hit on a rotating schedule. However, if you don’t know where to find them, Facebook can be your best lunchtime friend. Look them up, and you’ll see where they’ll be and for how long. Really frigid temperatures will keep them parked, but our mild and sunny Colorado weather ensures plenty of days to get your food truck fare.

Another option for getting your food truck fix is to visit a local brewery. David Miller and his partner, Gary Silverman, from Bumper Crop, have reciprocal relationships with breweries in the Boulder area. Miller calls food trucks and breweries a per28 Boulder Lifestyle | February 2014

fect marriage. Many breweries have busy tasting rooms—and therefore hungry customers—but often don’t want to enter the world of food service and the licensing that it requires. Enter the food truck! Miller and Silverman, who jumped full into the food truck world less than a year ago, credit their local brewery relationships with keeping them in business full-time, even during the slower winter months. Their truck, featuring New Mexico-inspired cuisine with dishes like Pork Adobo and Chicken Asada, is a regular presence at breweries such as Upslope, Wild Woods and Kettle and Stone.

During the slower months of winter, with their mobile kitchens and often out-of-the-ordinary menus, food trucks are a unique and popular choice for everything from weddings to holiday parties. A non-stop event schedule in the summer months can also mean that the slower winter months bring a welcome time for reflection and innovation.

Lindsay Mandel and Ryan Cunningham are co-owners of RollinGreens, a food truck focused on locally sourced, organic, intuitive cooking. They are spending their time this winter working on exciting ways to expand their market. A new, expansive kitchen and commercial space to experiment with new menu items is keeping them busy, while they continue to grow an already thriving catering business. They are preparing some of their most popular items, such as their millet tots and jalapeno poppers, into packaged products that can be sold commercially. And look for a fleet of electric scooter juicers to hit the streets soon.

Regardless of how you find them—strictly by accident, a Facebook notification or otherwise—you can enjoy a variety of mobile food fixin’s year-round. Check out our food truck guide for information on a handful of the many options.

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If you can’t catch the truck, try one of the cantinas in Longmont or Denver. Visit EatComida.com to see the truck schedule and locations.

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rice bowls and millet tots—their unique take on old-school tater tots. They cater to those with dietary restrictions and food allergies, and work with several local vendors for fresh ingredients. The truck is still rollin’ around (check Facebook for a location), but you can also get walk-up service Monday through Thursday, 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at 2510 47th Street, Unit B, in Boulder.

Cheese Louise offers gourmet grilled cheese sandwiches, soups and baked goods. The specialty: Frenchies. They are cornflake-battered, deep-fried grilled cheese sandwiches only available on special dates, so be sure to grab one when you can. And be sure to try the Bree’s Knees, a delightful sandwich of brie cheese, apples, seasonal fruit preserves and mixed greens. Look them up on Facebook to find out where the truck will be—it’s always somewhere different.

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Verde Food Truck

Bumper Crop’s bright red trailer serves a variety of delicious foods including baby back ribs, salmon cakes and street tacos.

Don’t miss a chance to try the roasted jalapeno, cheddar and bacon mac-n-cheese! Watch Facebook for a location near you or see what they’re up to at BumperCropBoulder.com.

Verde serves up Sonoran-style Mexican food including breakfast burritos, tacos and quesadillas. The flour tortillas come from a tortilleria from just north of the Mexican border. Be sure to try the carne asada burrito, and if you want rice and beans, order them on the side because they don’t come inside! Look up Verde Food Truck on Facebook for updates on their location.

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RollinGreens offers street food of all types including chicken pitas,

Comida

Comida, the pink taco truck, began cruising the streets of Boulder County in 2010. They offer a fresh, modern take on Mexican street tacos. You can find them regularly on Fridays at Flatirons Park. Don’t miss the pork carnitas taco with slow braised pork, sweet potato mash and fresh pineapple salsa or the skirt steak taco with char-grilled skirt steak, vinegar red onions, refritos (beans) and asadero cheese. You’ll also find fish tacos and a vegetarian option: mushroom gordita.

Bon Appetit Mobile Bistro

A great way to warm up a chilly winter day is with hearty comfort food from Bon Appetit. Quiche or a chicken pot pie is sure to fill you up. Try the pasties filled with ground beef, mushrooms, onions, carrots and potatoes for a handheld meal on the go. They also offer sweets such as petit fours and fruit tarts. Facebook will keep you up to date on where to find the turquoise truck serving up tasty rustic French food.

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The warmth of Tangerine. (Courtesy Tangerine Boulder)

Breakfast in Boulder: Start Your Day

Local hot spots and hidden gems serving up excellent breakfast fare

Article Dell Bleekman Photography Dell Bleekman, Tatiana Rene Photography and Courtesy of Tangerine Boulder

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oulder breakfast options are plentiful but you do need to make some choices. We get it—decision-making in the early morning is hard, especially before that all-important first cup of coffee. Are you leaning toward locally grown, organic and gluten-free? Or more traditional fare where butter isn’t banished and calories aren’t counted? Either way, start your day at one of these Boulder breakfast spots. You’ll be happy you did.

Tangerine

This delightful North Boulder restaurant has breakfast (and brunch) as its sole focus and it shows: everything Tangerine does makes for an outstanding experience. The décor is bright and clean, while large orange lamps overhead provide a relaxing retro feel. But what brings in the crowds is the menu; bold, often unconventional items are sprinkled throughout and many are crowd-pleasers. The crab cakes are quite popular, as is the hickory-smoked Idaho Rainbow trout fillet.

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Local ingredients are a focal point, vegan options are abundant.

And while comfort food can be found on the menu it’s the adventurous eaters who are rewarded.

The owners’ other restaurant, Arugula, quickly earned a place in the hearts and stomachs of Boulder foodies for lunch and dinner. Likewise, Tangerine has developed a loyal following of those who appreciate fine morning food.

Tangerine’s artfully prepared veggie Benedict.

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Its trendy interior appeals to hipsters, and the many gluten-free and vegetarian dishes make even hard-core Boulderites smile. Add to that the restaurant’s commitment to sustainability and it’s easy to see Snooze’s appeal. Indeed, this is a venue that exudes a palpable energy; it’s a neat trick early in the morning. At this point, expectations are high for the food, and Owners (also brothers) Jon and Adam Schlegel don’t disappoint. With homemade gravy ladled on a flaky crust and topped with an egg, the breakfast pot pie is an inspired choice. The breakfast burrito, chock full of scrambled eggs, cheese and green chili, is just about perfect.

Bring the New York Times crossword puzzle, if only to keep occupied until a table opens up. (Or better yet: show up before 8 a.m. to beat the slackers.) Either way, Snooze is worth the wait.

If you called central casting asking for a classic all-American breakfast place, you’d get the Village Coffee Shop. And you’d be happy. The Village Coffee Shop’s wait staff is unblinkingly friendly, and even though the space is quite small patrons don’t feel rushed. The menu consists of traditional fare that’s prepared quickly; while the egg dishes are well-proportioned and delicious, locals swear by the chicken fried steak and the biscuits and gravy.

This classic remains a destination for locals, out-of-towners and price-conscious students. If a tiny diner ever deserved landmark status, this is it.

Parkway Cafe

The best part about dropping off our Volvo at Swedish Motors isn’t that the mechanics know us by name, but that we can zip over to the Parkway Cafe for a reliable, no-frills breakfast.

Others know this as well, which is why Parkway buzzes with activity throughout the morning. Expect to see a healthy mix of retirees, off-duty police officers and all types of workers ready to start their day. The food is well-prepared, the waitresses friendly—it’s easy to see why this is a destination for loThe Buff Restaurant cals. An often-overlooked bonus: rarely are coffee cups allowed Huge portions, outstanding service. These are the hallmarks of to drop below half-full. One popular choice is the omelette the Buff, a breakfast hangout that stood at the made to order; regulars go for one of the corner of 28th and Canyon for decades. That many Mexican-inspired breakfast choices corner fell to redevelopment, but Owners Jacsuch as the huevos rancheros or the spicier queline and Chris Meyer secured the former Migas Cuatro Quesos (eggs, chorizo, green Original Pancake House location and as this chili and various cheeses), which is a SouthTangerine magazine went to press the move should be west delight. And at the top of the list for 2777 Iris Ave. complete. Dale, our friendly server, pointed the under four-foot crowd are the Mickey 303.443.2333 us in directions not for the faint of heart. The Mouse pancakes, served with plump grapes TangerineBoulder.com cheese melange omelette with bacon was a meal for the eyes and mouth. for the entire day. Our petite 11-year old daughThe Parkway Cafe is possibly one of BoulSnooze ter ordered the Two Step (two griddle cakes or der’s best kept secrets. Until now. And if you 1617 Pearl St. two slices of French toast, two eggs, potatoes, don’t have time to dine in, call ahead to pick 303.225.7344 and two slices of bacon or sausage) and someup a handheld breakfast burrito to go.

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Bar None The Bitter Bar delights your palate and quenches your thirst

Article Allyson Reedy | Photography Brooke Trexler

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ven the most popular spots around town tend to be subdued on early weekday nights, which is why I was so surprised to be greeted by a nearly-full, raucous Bitter Bar on a Monday night. At 5:30 p.m.

Yes, the Bitter Bar is fairly legendary on the Boulder cocktail scene, but 5:30 p.m. on a Monday?

It was either a collective bad day at work or they’re doing something right beyond cocktails. Turns out, it’s the latter.

Executive Chef Salvatore Proia— who opened the Bitter Bar back when it was Happy (more on that later)—is back, bringing his quintessential Italian love for food with him. You’ll notice his influence immediately; meatballs, gnocchi and fried eggplant bring a distinctly Italian tang to a once-Asian menu.

Those who have been in Boulder for a few years may remember that the Bitter Bar originally opened as the alter ego of Happy, an Asian noodle house. Serving up noodle bowls by day and killer cocktails by night, the space was kind of fragmented. With an amazing cocktail program that caught fire (bartenders and drinks won awards and garnered national media attention), it didn’t take long for the Bitter Bar to emerge as the star.

Eventually Happy shuttered.

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Bitter Bar is still a top destination for craft cocktails but with a food menu that suggests extending happy hour into dinner or adding a late night snack to that Manhattan.

The Borlotti Bean Purée ($7) is a great, and filling, starter.

The blended beans, capped with f lavorful wilted greens, are a tasty topping for the crusty bread served alongside it. Another go-to app is the Alaskan Spot Prawns ($10), a house specialty that expertly pairs the briny prawns and olives with the sweetness of citrus and the crispness of mint.

The Little Soup Noodles ($13) on the larger plate menu don’t disappoint. The Cast Iron Crispy Chicken ($20),

atop squash and yogurt, and the Beef Short Rib ($21), served with the ‘It’ carb farro, are well-executed and well-balanced.

No matter what you order, be sure to include the Roasted Beets ($7) side. These ruby red, sweet beauties are served with shaved fennel and hazelnuts and rest atop an airy cloud of whipped ricotta. Even hard-core carnivores won’t be able to resist the heartiness of this plate.

The food is good, but with ‘bar’ in the name, let’s get to the drinks.

They have beer, bubbles and wine, but the cocktails are what you’re writing home about. The Harvest Moon ($9) is a safe bet. Its blend of bourbon, honey and lemon juice have made it a menu staple.

Those with a sweeter palate will appreciate the Lil’ Green Ghoul ($11), a concoction of dark rum, blue curaçao and chartreuse. Don’t worry; lemon juice stops it from going too sugary. If you prefer your drinks a bit, ahem, stronger, the Cider Forest ($9)—straight bourbon with a spiced apple cider ice cube—will warm you up.

And then there are the cult favorites. With the cocktail menu changing a couple times each year, there isn’t room for every drink to find a spot on the permanent menu, and each regular has an old favorite. The Blue Velvet ($9) is one such drink. Made with vodka, fresh lemon, orgeat (a sweet syrup made from almonds, sugar and rose water) and crème de violette, it tastes and feels like summer.

Perfect for an especially wintry day or for when the sun is shining bright after having disappeared for a while.

Understandably, with almost everyone partaking in a libation of some sort, the atmosphere is friendly and jovial. The BitThe Bitter Bar ter Bar has done a great job of Dinner keeping up what it’s good at (the 835 Walnut St. drinks) and fixing what it wasn’t 303.442.3050 so successful at (the food). And TheBitterBar.com that’s the happy truth.

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LON Little Shop Local retailer aims to raise design consciousness in Boulder Article Megan Macaluso | Photography LON Little Shop

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ON: a museum style gift shop with an impressively eclectic collection of local and international offerings. Think high-end design aesthetic and quality at a reasonable cost.

Many retailers have it all, often too much. Searching for the perfect gift, sifting through piles under flickering fluorescents, can be challenging and disappointing.

LON Little Shop is the antithesis to the everything under one roof mentality.

The products are carefully handpicked

by Owner Lon McGowen, a consummate world traveler who has acquired a knack for good design. Each product LON offers is easy to see and touch in the smartly - and simply-designed store.

“When people walk in, it’s uncluttered,” McGowan says. “You can see everything at once.”

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With that in mind, he has created an intimate and stylish space to display the 250 meticulously chosen pieces. The store marries the timeless design of black and white hexagon tiles and museum light with custom-made walnut shelving. The space is warm and inviting, not stuffy or ostentatious.

Inspired by his many travels, McGowan wanted to open a store that speaks to his particular taste in the well made. He and his wife, Lauren, discovered small, museum-like shops when traveling the east coast.

“That’s the essence of what we’re trying to do,” says McGowan, “We’re trying to bring this type of retail and design to Boulder. Nothing really exists like this here.”

McGowen scours the globe and brings back only a handful of the most tasteful and unique, well-designed pieces. Whether he sees a stylish watch in Hong Kong,

or a beer-based shampoo from Ashville, McGowen is passionate about showcasing only his favorite products and brands.

McGowan’s taste is varied, interesting and fun. Shoppers will find stylish pieces to wear, hang on their walls, place on their desks and give to their kids. The products are all exceptional quality and in limited supply. It’s worthwhile to stop in often to see what’s new.

LON’s in-house designer, Jeff Walters, is working on a product line unique to LON. The shop will soon offer a great mix of both international pieces and their own creative line.

With the help of his right hand gal, Stephanie Watson, the store has taken off, and is already bustling with Boulderites and tourists alike who admire the craftsmanship and tasteful collection McGowan has worked so diligently to bring to our one-of-a-kind town.

“It’s the height of everything Pearl, but not Pearl,” says McGowan, “We want people to come to the store because they want to. It’s a little shop with something you’re interested in.”

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Tea, Anyone?

Stop and smell the tea on Pearl Street Article Ellen Nordberg | Photography James Moro

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oulder has long had a love affair with tea, as evidenced by the popularity of local fixtures like the Dushanbe Tea House and Celestial Seasonings. In recent years, more tea and coffee shops have sprung up, and two years ago, Qin Liu and his wife Rong Pan, both originally from China, decided to capitalize on this growing trend. They opened the Ku Cha House of Tea on the Pearl Street Mall, the first traditional Chinese teahouse in Boulder. Graduates of the Leeds School of Business at CU, and 17-year residents of Boulder, the couple saw an opportunity.

“We always wanted to start a business together,” Liu says. “We did some research and discovered the specialty shop tea market is growing in the U.S. With our background, we knew we could bring high quality teas to Boulder.”

“Tea is a blended part of Chinese culture,” Liu says. “You don’t notice you’re drinking tea there. It’s like drinking water. There’s a culture around the art of tea—it’s a way of life and a lifestyle that is elegant, easy and slow paced. We felt this was missing in our life living here. In the U.S., everybody is rushing.”

Liu says the social aspect of tea drinking in China is also important.

“It’s how people connect,” he says. “People go to tea rooms with their friends to have good conversation over tea. People serve their guests high quality teas in their home. Even though you may drink lower quality, you always have something special for your guests.”

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in the store and on the website have compelling names like Afternoon in Aspen, Golden Monkey, Madagascar Vanilla, Russian Caravan and Cloud Chaser. The names of Ku Cha’s Immortal Tea and Allergy Blends hint at the long held Eastern belief in the medicinal powers and health benefits of tea.

“Health concerns are a driving factor for people to become tea drinkers,” Liu continues. “But in order to get the health benefits from tea, you have to drink for a while. It’s not a quick medicine, it’s a lifestyle change.”

Liu explains that the manner in which teas are processed determines what types of health ailments can be aided. He says research shows green tea can help prevent cancer. Puer tea is good for lowering cholesterol and blood pressure. Green tea can help a headache.

Breakfast teas are often made from black teas because they will warm you, and some teas are more appropriate at different times of day.

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Liu and his wife started a family here, and they love the four seasons, the mountains and the weather that allows them to play tennis and ski.

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article Jessica Lara

J

ane McMahan is a local conceptual artist, painter, educator and social activist. She plays with themes of construction, deconstruction and reconstruction in her artwork, particularly focusing on the moments they occur simultaneously. McMahan has a BFA in Fine Arts from CU-Boulder and taught art in the Boulder Valley Public Schools for 12 years before resigning to work full time on her own art. Her most recent exhibit, Collapse, was on display last month at The Ice Cube gallery in Denver.

What mediums do you use in your work?

I usually start with the idea and use whatever medium works best to convey my concept. I have used painting, drawing, sculpture, photography and video.

Does your artwork consistently have an environmental theme?

Yes, it is usually environmental and political.

I am interested in the notion of construction, deconstruction, redemption, reconstruction and now collapse as perhaps the final stage.

What was the inspiration behind your latest collection, Collapse?

I wanted to explore the issue of colony collapse syndrome in honey bees, as well as the metaphoric aspect of bee collapse and

collapse in the broader sense, such as environmental, social, economic, institutional and systems.

Is there a particular message that you hope people will take away when they view Collapse?

First, care about the bees and then think about these other forms of collapse. With my work I don’t want to lecture about these problems. Instead I try to make something beautiful and thought provoking with the hope that the viewer will come away with an emotional buy in to the problem.

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Driver’s Notebook

A minor restyling gives the Jeep an upscale exterior.

Jeep’s Grand Cherokee Summit is a Plush Ride Article & Photography Tom Strongman

is known for crafting go-anywhere, Jeep do-anything vehicles, but the 2014 Grand Cherokee Summit surprised me with a level of comfort and convenience that is equal to many top luxury sedans.

Soft leather, suede trim on the A pillars and items such as a heated steering wheel, heated front and back seats, adaptive cruise control, forward collision warning, panoramic sunroof and a large, 8.4-inch touchscreen display in the center of the dash are all standard on the Summit, the new top Grand Cherokee.

Polished aluminum 20-inch wheels and several tasteful bits of chrome trim complete the Summit’s visual package.

“We have taken the industry’s most highly acclaimed SUV and elevated it to an even higher level,” says Mike Manley, Jeep brand CEO. Jeep’s goal was to make the Grand Cherokee a pleasure to drive on any and all roads, including the most demanding trails, in all weather conditions.

From my week with this Jeep, I would say that goal has been met with ease. The Summit was quiet and smooth, free from 40 Boulder Lifestyle | February 2014

the kind of rough ride one might expect of a vehicle that is known for its ability to conquer off-road obstacles as easily as it does a freeway on-ramp. The dark brown leather interior was both handsome and inviting.

The Grand Cherokee is available in Laredo, Limited, Overland and Summit models. Base prices start at $28,795 and range to $47,995 for two-wheel drive.

There are three engine choices: a 3.0-liter V-6 diesel, a 3.6-liter V-6 and the 5.7-liter Hemi V-8 that was in the test car.

While the V-8’s muscle is fun, the penalty is a fuel economy rating of 14 miles per gallon in the city and 20 on the highway for four-wheel drive. The two-wheel-drive diesel, on the other hand, is rated at 22 mpg in the city and 30 mpg on the highway. The four-wheel-drive 3.6-liter V-6 slots in between with a rating of 17 mpg city and 24 on the highway.

The transmission is an eight-speed automatic.

The diesel would be my first choice, although I have not driven one, but the extra

cost is substantial. Car and Driver reports that that getting the diesel on a four-wheeldrive Summit adds $5,000 to the price. You have to drive a lot of miles for the fuel savings to justify the added cost.

Based on my experience with the Dodge Durango and a 2013 Grand Cherokee, I would pick the 3.6-liter V-6 as a good compromise between power and economy.

The Grand Cherokee has three fourwheel-drive systems, plus Quadra-Lift air suspension and a Selec-Terrain traction management system that lets the driver choose sand, mud, auto, rock and snow settings for the all-wheel drive.

The air suspension has five settings. It can raise the vehicle 1.3 inches or 2.6 inches for added ground clearance during off-road driving. Park mode lowers the vehicle 1.6 inches, and aero mode lowers the vehicle 0.6 inches at highway speeds for better fuel economy.

Price: The base price of the test car was $50,995. Options included the Hemi V-8, electronic limited-slip rear differential, anti-lock brakes, the 3.09 rear axle and the Quadra-Drive II four-wheel-drive system.

The sticker price was $54,685.

Warranty: Three years or 36,000 miles, with a 5-year, 100,000-mile powertrain warranty.

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At a Glance I was impressed with the quality of the Grand Cherokee Summit’s interior. The dark brown leather was set off by wood and copper accents. The air suspension rides smoothly and gives the driver control over ground clearance for off-road driving.

Counterpoint: The thirsty Hemi is best left for those who need its towing power. The 3.6-liter V-6 is adequate for most conditions.

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$2,235,000

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February Lifestyle Calendar

FEBRUARY 2, 9 AND 23 SEWING HELP CLASS ELFRIEDE’S FINE FABRICS

Get help on your latest sewing project with this hands-on help class. The pros at Elfriede’s can answer any of your questions. Need some quick help? Can’t figure out a pattern instruction? Can’t fit yourself (who can)? Head in for a quick fix! Just call ahead to let reserve your spot 720.480.3682. ElfriedesFineFabrics.com

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funds from friends and family. All proceeds benefit the Special Olympics athletes. Prizes will be awarded for fundraising efforts.

Warm up after you take the Plunge at the After Party at Absinthe House in Downtown Boulder. See the website for details and to register. SpecialOlympicsCo.org

FEBRUARY 9 GREATER BOULDER YOUTH ORCHESTRA WINTER CONCERT MACKY AUDITORIUM

Members of the Boulder Chamber Orchestra along with Kevin Sylves, Double Bass, and Mintze Wu, Violin, perform a special show. Listen to Handel’s “Arrival of Queen of Sheba,” Bottesini’s “Gran Duo Concertante for Violin and Double Bass, Bach’s “Orchestral Suite No. 1” and Mendelssohn’s “Octet for Strings.” BoulderChamberOrchestra.org

Join the Greater Boulder Youth Orchestras for an afternoon of great music and special guests at 2 p.m. Virtuoso Mongolian musician Ariunbold Mijiddorj will join the young musicians with a performance on the morin khuur, and guest conductor Dr. Donald McKinney will lead the GBYO Symphony.

Come support the finest young musicians from Boulder and beyond as they perform music by Verdi, Sibelius, Tchaikovsky, and more! Tickets $15/adult, $10/students and seniors. GreaterBoulderYO.org

FEBRUARY 8

FEBRUARY 12

KALEIDOSCOPE CONCERT –

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The Queen City Jazz Band has been honored by the Governor of Colorado, the Mayor of Denver and the Denver City Council. The QCJB travels nationally and internationally and has recorded extensively. Now in its 53rd year, the QCJB brings the music of New Orleans to Denver. $15/Adults, $10/Seniors & Students and $1/RMCMA Students. CoMusic.org

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FEBRUARY 8 BOULDER POLAR PLUNGE BOULDER RESERVOIR

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Brad Feld is an early stage investor and entrepreneur since 1987. Prior to co-founding Foundry Group, he co-founded Mobius Venture Capital. Brad also co-founded TechStars.

The Boulder resident holds Bachelor of Science and Master of Science degrees in Management Science from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Brad is also an avid art collector and long-distance runner. He has completed 23 marathons as part of his mission to finish a marathon in each of the 50 states. Tickets $15/General Admission, $12/Museum Members. BoulderHistory.org

FEB 13 DINNER DATE (1 DAY WORKSHOP FOR COUPLES, MONTHLY EVENT) AUGUSTE ESCOFFIER SCHOOL OF CULINARY ARTS

Take date night to a new level. Share an appetite for food and fun in our kitchen with your favorite person. The menu changes monthly to highlight the freshest seasonal ingredients. Your menu might include: Arugula Salad with Grapefruit, Goat Cheese & Champagne Vinaigrette; Beef Tenderloin with Chimichurri; Salt Roasted Fingerling Potatoes; Haricots Verts with Roasted Shallots & Almonds; Chocolate Mousse with Crème Chantilly. It’s a great way to bond, have fun and share a superb meal. Escoffier.edu

FEBRUARY 13 – 16 BOULDER INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL VARIOUS VENUES

Boulder International Film Festival, one of the most influential young film festivals in the U.S., returns to Boulder on President’s Day weekend.

BIFF features an extraordinary number of new-

but-unknown feature films, documentaries and shorts that have gone on to significant box-office success and multiple Oscar nominations.

Named one of the “25 Coolest Film Festivals” in the world, BIFF will again bring films and filmmakers from around the world to a four-day celebration of the art of cinema, right in downtown Boulder. Past Festivals have featured special guests such as James Franco, Oliver Stone, Maria Bello and Alec Baldwin. Enjoy lively filmmaker Q&A’s, panels, symposiums, special VIP events and much more! biff1.com

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by Molly Newman & Barbara Damashek. The musical is directed

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BEER AND CHEESE PAIRING FRONT RANGE BREWING COMPANY

Looking for something different on Valentine’s Day? Join Front Range Brewing Company in Lafayette for a special event. The brewer has teamed up with neighbor and cheese specialists at The Pantry Shoppe to create a delightful beer and cheese pairing. You can also enjoy music from the high harmony duo Wild Mountain Honey from 6–9 p.m. This is a great way to spend some time with your significant other. Beer flight and cheese plate for 2 is $20 while they last, no reservation required. FrontRangeBrewingCompany.com

February 14, 15

FEBRUARY 15 2014 USA CROSS COUNTRY NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS FLATIRONS GOLF COURSE

The USA Cross Country National Championships returns to Boulder for the first time since 2007. That year Deena Kastor and Alan Culpepper ran to the open victories, and Elliott Heath and Jordan Hasay won the junior titles. The course will be hosted by the Flatirons Golf Course and features a spectator-friendly 2,000-meter loop. USATF.org

BUNK WITH THE BEASTS: I LOVE THE ZOO KIDS-ONLY

FEBRUARY 17

VALENTINE BUNK

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From peacocks to primates and polar bears to pachyderms, bring your wee ones (ages 6–12) to the zoo on Valentine’s Day for a special overnight visit. They will visit some of the zoo’s most beloved animals and make a special valentine for a zoo critter. Tots will have a blast at this kids-only sleepover—perfect for a parents’ night out! Includes pizza dinner, evening snack and full breakfast. Drop off at 6 p.m. Pick up at 10 a.m. $65/members, $75/non-members. DenverZoo.org

Haystack Mountain Goat Dairy and BookCliff Vineyards join forces to offer a wine and cheese event. BookCliff Vineyards is a Boulder winery established in 1999. The company makes wine with Colorado-grown grapes from its vineyards in Palisade.

Boulder County’s Haystack Mountain is nationally recognized for its premium, handcrafted raw and pasteurized cheeses, made in a variety of styles. Haystack Mountain cheeses are known for their outstanding, fresh, clean flavor and texture derived from high-quality milk. Paired with BookCliff wines, this will be an event to remember.

BookCliffVineyards.com and HaystackGoatCheese.com

FEBRUARY 14 – 23 “QUILTERS,” THE MUSICAL UNIVERSITY THEATRE

“Quilters” is a moving celebration of American womanhood originally developed at the Denver Center Theatre Company. The production went on to Broadway and a Tony Award nomination.

This musical tribute to the spirit of America’s pioneer women tells stories—elicited through quilt blocks—of a mother and her daughters in a rich mosaic, capturing beauty, terror and joy, the harsh challenges and sweet rewards of frontier life. The story is

FEBRUARY 18 – 23 BOULDER BACH FESTIVAL 2014 VARIOUS VENUES IN BOULDER, LONGMONT AND DENVER

Boulder Bach Festival celebrates the music of Johann Sebastian Bach, arguably the greatest composer of Western music. High quality performances not only satisfy those who already love Bach’s music, but also introduce Bach’s music to others. Shows in-

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Lifestyle Calendar clude “Visceral Vivaldi” and “From the Depths I Call to You.” Tickets: $30; Students $10; Child (with a paid adult ticket): $5.

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FEBRUARY 20 KRISTEN IVERSEN: FULL BODY BURDEN CHAUTAUQUA COMMUNITY HOUSE

Winner of several awards, Full Body Burden is a haunting work of narrative nonfiction about a young woman, Kristen Iversen, growing up in a small Colorado town close to Rocky Flats, a secret nuclear weapons plant once designated “the most contaminated site in America.” It’s the story of youth in the shadow of the Cold War, in a beautiful landscape tainted with invisible yet deadly particles of plutonium. It’s also about the destructive power of secrets—both family and government.

Hidden liquor bottles, strange cancers in neighborhood children, the truth about what was made at Rocky Flats.

This brilliant work of investigative journalism reveals the truth about the mysterious Rocky Flats. Based on extensive interviews, FBI and EPA documents, and class action testimony, this taut, beautifully written book promises to have a very long half-life. Chautauqua.com

FEBRUARY 22

event being hosted at Eldora Mountain Resort. Participants will engage in competition with each other on most dollars raised as well as most vertical feet skied or ridden. The Ski to Defeat ALS is an incredible event that offers participants an opportunity to challenge themselves, make a difference in the ALS community and experience some of the most beautiful slopes in Colorado. There will be fantastic prizes for the winners. Have fun on the slopes and raise funds to help in the fight against ALS, too! ALSA.org

February 28 12th Annual Boulder Strong Ale Fest Avery Brewing Company

Boulder Strong Ale Fest features epic brews from craft breweries around the country, bringing the beers of brawn and this king of categories to one holding pen for your pleasure. To make it into this fest, a beer must be 8% ABV or higher and represent something very special from the heart and soul of its creator. Because this event is for charity, there will be no discounted designated driver tickets. AveryBrewing.com

February 28 – March 15 “Blood Wedding”

BOULDER PHILHARMONIC: A NIGHT AT THE OSCARS

Dairy Center for the Arts

MACKY AUDITORIUM

“Blood Wedding” is the story of a doomed peasant wedding. The bride is still in love with the dashing Leonardo who was not rich enough to marry her and has married another woman. The bride approaches her own wedding dutifully. When Leonardo attends, resentful and rebellious, the bride cannot keep away from him.

After the wedding ceremony, the bride and Leonardo escape together in a wild dash for freedom. Leonardo and the bridegroom kill each other with knives. TheUpstartCrow.org

In celebration of the Boulder International Film Festival’s 10th anniversary, this family-friendly concert features classic music from Oscar-winning and nominated films, including Boulder’s own Chasing Ice, the climate change documentary nominated for Best Original Song. You’ll also hear music from Harry Potter, The Magnificent Seven, The Mission, Star Wars and more. BoulderPhil.org

February 23 Ski to Defeat ALS Eldora Mountain Resort

Ski to Defeat ALS is a team and individual skiing and snowboarding

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Parting Thoughts

Foodies in the Woods Article Ellen Nordberg am not a foodie.

I

I have food poisoned myself, realized after six months in a new condo that the oven didn’t work and over-cooked canned chowder so badly it exploded like foam out of a fire extinguisher on lifting the pot lid.

Within the first few months of dating my eventual husband, he invited me on a camp-out in the mountains with his college friends. There was just one caveat.

“There’s a food contest,” he said, eyeing me skeptically.

A camping food contest? How elaborate could that be? (My normal camp-out meal prep consisted of packing tea bags, instant soup and oatmeal, and then hitting up someone with a camp stove for boiled water.)

After consideration of my vast recipe file, I decided on peanut butter tofu pie. It looks just like peanut butter cheesecake, but tastes better and is better for you. A favorite with my health conscious friends, I was confident the pie would be a hit.

We arrived at the campground to find stalls set up like Denver’s Civic Center Park during the “Taste of Colorado.” Dazed, I wandered past the giant pot of lobster bisque, the tri-tip roasting pit and the generator-driven Dutch oven hatching chocolate soufflés.

I dashed back to our tent and fished what was left of my pie from the trough of melted ice in our cooler. I patted it down with paper towels and dug out a plastic knife. Oh no.

I slipped the pie onto a table in the clearing, and a guy in a neon tie-dyed shirt handed me a ballot to vote for my top three favorites in the contest.

As my boyfriend reminisced with his pals, I merrily made my way through each entry—shrimp cocktail, oxtail salad, goat cheese pizza and avocado eggrolls with Tamarind sauce.

While ensuring I would vote fairly by sampling every entry, I

began to notice a disturbing trend: on the corners of each of the tables lay dessert plates with nearly complete slices of peanut butter tofu pie accompanied by hastily abandoned forks.

Walking closer to the dessert table, I observed the burly tri-tip chef stuffing a forkful of something in his mouth and speaking to a friend.

“Wow,” he said, making gagging noises with his tongue like the Golden Retriever in the “Got Milk” commercials. “What the hell is in this pie?”

I did not claim a ribbon that weekend. And later that year, as my camper boyfriend and I discussed having a family, I felt the need to come clean.

I sat down across from him in a restaurant with a list titled “Things Future Husband Needs to Know About Me,” and took a deep breath.

“Number one: not a very good cook,” I said.

He nodded at me, like, “Go on.”

“That doesn’t bother you, or…surprise you?” I asked.

He smiled.

“I figured if you couldn’t hack cooking in the woods, it wouldn’t get much better in a kitchen.”

Eleven years later, we’re married with twin boys. These days you can find me cruising Costco, stocking up on pre-made Paella and searching for the perfect frozen appetizer.

Ellen Nordberg is a freelance writer living in Louisville. EllenNordberg.com

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