Foodie Friday
There's a good reason Bon Appétit called Boulder, America's Foodiest Town. This weekly blog will help you understand why! Every Friday, check out downtown's food scene and all the incredible opportunities available to tantalize your taste buds! Check out this list of restaurant specials and promotions compiled weekly - just for YOU!
Food-Related Events and Announcements: February 14, 2025
Happy Valentine’s Day, foodies! This weekend, don’t forget to show your Love for the Local when you support downtown’s restaurant scene.
Looking for the perfect gift for your favorite foodie? Get tickets to this year’s Taste of Pearl returning to downtown on Sunday, April 6th from 2 PM - 6 PM. Immerse yourself within 15+ of downtown Boulder’s galleries and boutiques where they each host a pair of 15+ beverage partners (including wine, mead, beer and nonalcoholic sips) and 15 Boulder restaurants. Sweeten the deal when you purchase VIP tickets - featuring new exclusive experiences including early check-in times, a complimentary craft cocktail courtesy of Boulder Spirits, wine tasting with Frasca Food & Wine, and MORE. Tickets are expected to sell out - get yours TODAY!
Rise and shine with Creature Comforts’ new breakfast panini. Enjoy a house-baked egg frittata (made veggie or with meat of your choice) and sharp cheddar cheese all between a buttery Japanese milk bread. For a little kick, dip it in the spicy gochujang mayo - yum!
Postino’s celebrates a season of connection and joy with their new “The True Secret to Life” cocktail campaign. Starting February 20th through April 9th, join them for a celebration of flavor and friendship centered around the introduction of their new cocktail - the Toastini - a smoky espresso martini topped with a toasted marshmallow. With each drink, check out the new conversation starter coasters to spark new connections and warm energy this winter!
Bitty & Beau’s Coffee celebrates the season of love all month long. Treat yourself to their February featured drinks: the Chocolate Strawberry Mocha and the Chocolate Strawberry Mocha Frappe - both of which combine chocolate and strawberry flavors with their signature coffee. Cheers!
Visit Corrida and dive into their new Skull Island prawns crafted by Chef Samuel McCandless. This Spanish coastal-inspired dish includes flavors of garlic, piquillo pepper, parsley and a hint of lemon. Pro Foodie Tip: Pair this flavorful dish with a glass of Albariño for the ultimate experience.
Heads up ramen lovers…Peko Peko, located inside Avanti, added two new ramen dishes to their menu. Try the Tan Tan Ramen - a spicy sesame broth and marinated mushrooms or the Yuzu Shio Ramen - a citrus salt broth and confit chicken. Don’t wait to taste these mouth-watering flavors…both are available now to order!
Stout Month festivities just got sweeter at Mountain Sun Pub & Brewery. Head over to try their new Raspberry Brownie special - a raspberry fudge treat, topped with a scoop of ice cream, caramel drizzle and fresh raspberries! The best part? It pairs perfectly with their Spice Rack Chai Cream Stout, making for an epic combo you won’t want to miss.
Gemini is booked up for Valentine's Day today, but don’t worry…they're extending their special Valentine's Day à la carte menu through Sunday, February 16th (only during dinner service)! Get your reservations now.
Support local restaurants and SAVE THE DATE for Boulder’s inaugural Go Out to Lunch Day starting February 24th* *(continues on the last Monday of each month!) It’s time to show downtown restaurants some extra love during lunch time while also enjoying a midday pick me up with your coworkers, friends, family or just yourself! Check out additional info at OutToLunchDay.com or check out the flyer pictured here.
Bon Appétit!
Ways to Help
Emergency Family Assistance Fund (EFFA) 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. Learn more here.
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. You can learn more about the work they are doing here.
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. You can do that here.