Foodie Friday
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Food-Related Events and Announcements: April 10, 2026
Photo courtesy of the Boulder Chamber
Spring is in full swing in downtown Boulder, and with longer days and warmer weather comes the perfect excuse to get out and explore the local food scene. Whether you're craving something fresh and seasonal, looking for a new happy hour spot, or planning a fun outing with friends, there’s no shortage of delicious reasons to head downtown this week. Here’s what we’re loving right now.
The Second Annual Sandwich Lady Face-Off is wrapping up with a can't-miss community celebration on Sunday, April 12 in Boulder, bringing together locals for an afternoon of great food, live music, and giving back. The friendly rivalry between Marcy Miller of Organic Sandwich Company and Lindsay Shaw of Lindsay’s Boulder Deli will culminate in a final grilled cheese and tomato soup showdown, with judging kicking off at 1:00 PM. Beyond the delicious competition, the event supports meaningful local nonprofits, including CASA and Blue Sky Bridge, adding a philanthropic element to the fun. Attendees can also enjoy live performances from University of Colorado bands, making it a lively, feel-good way to spend a Sunday while cheering on your favorite sandwich champion.
Over at the Boulder Dushanbe Teahouse, iced tea season has officially arrived, and they’re starting strong with a new Strawberry Lemonade blend. It’s light, fruity, and just floral enough to feel like spring in a glass. You can enjoy it hot if you're easing into the morning, or cold brewed if you're out soaking up the sunshine. They’re also featuring a sleek 48 oz glass iced tea pitcher that’s as functional as it is aesthetic, and their square glass teapot might just convince you to elevate your at-home tea game.
If graduation season is on your radar (whether it’s you or someone you love), Pasta Jay’s is making it easy to celebrate right. They’re highlighting their catering options for spring parties, so you can focus on the moment and leave the food to the pros. If you're planning something, you can reach out to Jackie at jackie@pastajays.com.
For something a little more spontaneous, Boxcar Coffee Roasters just dropped a new donut flavor, and it’s almost too pretty to eat. The Blueberry Thyme glazed brioche donut brings that perfect balance of sweet and herbaceous, with a vibrant purple-blue glaze that feels very on-brand for spring.
And speaking of seasonal staples, the Boulder County Farmers Market is officially back. Now through November, you can spend your Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. browsing fresh produce, local art, handmade goods, and everything in between. It’s one of those simple downtown rituals that never gets old.
If you’re in the mood for something a little more elevated, Frasca Food & Wine is featuring a new dish that feels like a full experience. Their Gnocchi di Cozze pairs pillowy potato gnocchi with Bang’s Island mussels, all brought together in a tangy fermented white asparagus sauce. With melted leeks and swiss chard rounding it out, it’s the kind of dish you take your time with.
And to end things on a sweet note, Ben & Jerry’s is leaning into the season with their Strawberry Matcha cone of the month. It’s the kind of treat that just feels right this time of year; fresh, a little unexpected, and worth making a stop for.
So whether you’re planning your weekend or just seeing where the day takes you, downtown Boulder has plenty of reasons to get out and enjoy it.
Ways to Help
Emergency Family Assistance Fund (EFAA) helps those in our community whose immediate needs for food, shelter and other basic necessities cannot be adequately met by other means, and supports their efforts toward financial stability or self-sufficiency. You can help them with a financial contribution, volunteering, or donating non-perishable food and cleaning supplies.
Emergency family assistance fund
Harvest of Hope Pantry's sole mission is food assistance. They offer clients a choice shopping experience where individuals select preferred foods within their shopping allowances. You can help them with financial assistance, volunteering or by hosting food drives.
Boulder Food Rescue aims to create a more just and less wasteful food system by facilitating the sustainable redistribution of healthy food that would otherwise be wasted to low-income communities, by bicycle. The best way to help them currently is to donate or volunteer.
Meals on Wheels Boulder provides nutritious meals and a daily well-being check to Boulder residents, regardless of age or income. The number one way to support them during this time is to contribute financially.