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The Chefs Behind Boulder’s Tastiest Plates 🍽️
From MICHELIN stars to farm-fresh flair—meet the culinary pros turning Boulder into a food lover’s paradise.
What's Happenin' Team
June 25, 2025
Boulder’s Culinary Stars Take the Spotlight
Hey Boulder! 🌞
If you’ve ever had a meal in Boulder that made you pause mid-bite and mutter “who made this?”—this one’s for you. Behind Boulder’s world-class food scene are chefs who aren’t just making meals, they’re making magic. Whether it’s a MICHELIN-starred tasting menu or a next-level burger, these local legends are redefining what it means to eat well in the mountains.
Want more local recs? Check out our Things to Do in Boulder, Best Restaurants, and Date-Worthy Spots for even more ideas.
— The What’s Happenin’ Boulder Team 😉
🧠 Trivia Time
Which Boulder restaurant received a Michelin star in the inaugural Colorado Michelin Guide? |
👉 Scroll to the bottom of the newsletter for the answer and a bite-sized Boulder fact!
👨🍳 Meet the Makers: Boulder’s Local Chefs You Should Know
Boulder’s food scene isn’t just full of flavor—it’s full of personality. Behind every stellar plate of Colorado lamb or heirloom tomato tartare is a local chef who’s stirring the pot (and raising the bar). This week, we’re spotlighting a few of the culinary minds turning Boulder into a true foodie destination.
“Top Chef” winner and culinary trailblazer, Rosenberg puts local sourcing on the map—literally. Between his sleek restaurant, butcher shop, and catering arm, Blackbelly is a love letter to house-cured meats and Colorado-grown everything. Asher’s vibe? Elevated comfort food with a regional twist. He’s all about community, sourcing from local farms, and keeping Boulder’s food traditions alive (with just enough edge to keep it interesting). Chef and farmer, Skokan’s farm-to-table game is next level. He grows his own veggies, raises livestock, and turns them into seasonal, elegant dishes at one of Boulder’s most respected restaurants. Named Colorado’s Best Young Chef in 2023 by the MICHELIN Guide, Kawachi is redefining the art of butchery. Her precision, passion, and no-nonsense skill set are raising the bar—literally, behind the butcher counter. |
🍷 Other Notables
Don’t sleep on the talent at Frasca Food and Wine, Corrida, and Flagstaff House—home to James Beard nominees and wine lists that’ll make your head spin (in a good way).
Pro Tip: Want a taste of these chefs’ creations? Book early—these spots fill fast. And if you’re extra lucky, you might just catch the chefs making the rounds at Boulder Farmers Market.
🎶 What’s Happenin’ around Boulder 🎭
Wednesday, June 25 🎶 Bluegrass Pick📍 Beyond the Mountain Brewing | ⏰ 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM | 🆓 Free (recurring weekly on Wednesday) 🧠 Brain Food Trivia📍 Twisted Pine Brewing Company | ⏰ 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM | 🆓 Free (recurring weekly on Wednesday) 🎵 Bands on the Bricks After Party with Studio 54: 70s Disco Classics Vinyls📍 Velvet Elk Lounge | ⏰ 9:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 🎟️ Ticketed 📅 Bike to Work Day Happy Hour📍 Zeal | ⏰ 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM | 🎟️ Ticketed 📅 Brian Greene – Starry Night: A Voyage Across Space and Time📍 Chautauqua Auditorium | ⏰ 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM | 🎟️ Ticketed 📅 The Emmitt Sisters, Bloomurian, Saoirse Jordan & Robin Liepman📍 Roots Music Project | ⏰ 7:45 PM to 11:00 PM | 🎟️ Ticketed | Thursday, June 26 🧠 Geeks Who Drink Trivia📍 Wild Provisions Beer Project | ⏰ 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM | 🆓 Free (recurring weekly on Thursday) 🌙 Luna Lounge @ Centro Mexican Kitchen📍 Centro Mexican Kitchen | ⏰ 9:00 PM – 11:00 PM | 🆓 Free (recurring weekly on Thursday) 📅 2MX2 with Elder Grown: Latinx Rock Meets Funk-Hip-Hop Fusion📍 Roots Music Project | ⏰ 8:00 PM to 10:30 PM | 🎟️ Ticketed 📅 Liz Forster presents THURSDAY NIGHT LIVE at eTown Hall!📍 eTown Hall | ⏰ 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM | 🎟️ Ticketed 🎵 Summer Concert Series with Boulder Symphony📍 Sunrise Amphitheater | ⏰ 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM | 🎟️ Ticketed |
Want more? See the full calendar → Boulder Event Calendar
🧠 That’s a Wrap!
🍷 So here’s to the chefs, the butchers, and the visionaries. May your forks stay busy and your tables stay booked.
Answer: C) Frasca Food and Wine
Boulder’s one-and-only MICHELIN-starred restaurant isn’t just fancy—it’s fantastic. With a Friulian twist and a wine list that could make sommeliers weep (with joy), Frasca is the real deal.
See you next issue, foodies!
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