Vegan Bikers
When I think about events like Mountains to Desert, I think of one word: stamina. Indeed, it was with great relief that I only experienced Telluride’s most recent race periph
foodies
EcoAction Partners: Slow Food, Alice, Michael & Friends
It was a real treat to get it in to see the documentary “The Slow Food Story” at the Telluride Film Festival. A special thanks to Charlotte for introducing me to Alice
Fall Recipes: Sweet Potato Muffins
I know after Telluride Film Fest we’re all a little star-powered out, but Gwyneth Paltrow’s sweet potato muffins are a must for your fall repertoire. First a confession
University Centers of the San Miguel Offers Farm to Table Class
These days any town worth its saltshaker has a kicking farm-to-table restaurant serving up local greens, meats, and cheeses in exciting combinations. But how often do we take a pee
EcoAction Partners: The Lowdown on Local Food
From June 7 – October 11, Oak Street in downtown Telluride is festooned with the tents of local food purveyors, full of fresh, colorful offerings. We’re fortunate to have ac
Food for Thought: REV, Hotel Madeline
Telluride Inside… and Out is ramping up our food coverage to include reviews, commentary and more recipes – with a little help from our new friend and professional colleague, M
Your Ah Haa Moment: The Basics of Wine Tasting
The Court of Master Sommeliers was established to encourage improved standards of beverage knowledge and service in hotels and restaurants. Then as now, education is at the core of
Food for Thought: A Review of Telluride Bistro
In some Boomer circles, the words “pink” and “green” twin with the name of socialite/designer Lilly Pulitzer, whose minidresses of green peacocks dancing wi
A Review of the New Sheridan Chop House
Editor weighing in on the New Sheridan Chop House (The girl can’t help it): The last time we wrote a serious review of the place was too long ago, back in December 2010. Clin
Your Ah Haa Moment: “Sumptuous Summer Grilling” with Chef Bud
Grilling is as American as, well, fireworks on the Fourth of July. But has the thrill of the grill eluded you? Or are you are a backyard pro who wants to kick up his game? If ̶
Summer Sunday: How to Pack a Perfect Picnic
Summer in the Rockies is short. Getting outside and dining alfresco is one of best ways to savor the heat of summer before it’s gone. But what are the best things to pack in your
Telluride Shroomfest: Myco-Medicinal Beer Released at Smuggler’s
G. Lucid Nut Brown Ale was officially released on 6/19/2013 Telluride Mushroom Festival, The Telluride Institute, and Smugglers Brewery are proud to present the official release of
Organic vs Conventional Foods: Who Will Emerge Victorious?
We made our first visit to the Telluride Farmer’s Market on Friday. The market as always is a great place to meet friends and shoot the breeze – as well as find organic pro
TIO PITTSBURGH: BAR MARCO, EAT, PRAY, LOVE(D) IT
Wine and wafers. Standard fare at Sunday church services across the country, right? But croque madam? Sweet risotto? Craft cocktails? Not so much. Unless, of course, you happened t
ECOACTION PARTNERS: FARM TO TABLE CONFERENCE
Last week, I talked about the start of the Gunnison Valley Farm to Table conference held last Tuesday at Western State Colorado University. I am happy to report at the end of the d
ECOACTION PARTNERS: FARM TO TABLE CONFERENCE
Ah spring break! We sometimes forget as we disperse ourselves from the Telluride region the rest of the world goes about living a more normal existence, sticking close to home. Hea
SNOW SUNDAY: AN EGGNOG FOR THE SEASON
When we leave Telluride, we often encounter those who are transfixed by our existence. You get to live where? How high is that?! Traveling reminds us that our life in the mountains
FALL SUNDAY: GIVE THANKS FOR PECAN PIE
I grew up in a house where dessert was never an after-thought. My mom, Lucy, was famous for flipping through the dessert menu first at a restaurant and asking the server to reserve
ECOACTION PARTNERS: FARM TO CAFETERIA
Last Friday, Sophia Cinnamon, our VISTA student, and I were pleased to join nearly 40 others in Montrose for the Farm to Cafeteria Conference put on by Carol Parker and the Valley
FALL SUNDAY: OFF SEASON CURRY
For many, fall off-season is a time when we shift our focus to home. The cooling weather slows our hearts and in turn, slows the pace of our days. The fun but frenetic months of su
EARTH MATTERS: EATING WELL
I’m a bit obsessed about food issues – from where our food comes from, to how we regulate it, to how we prepare it, to how we eat it. Human and environmental health, justice an
FARM TO TABLE: RECIPES FROM INDIAN RIDGE
Editor’s Note: Those who may not have known the story, we introduced Indian Ridge Farm & Bakery at the beginning of the summer season with a recipe from Barclay Daryani, co-o
FALL SUNDAY: OFF SEASON TREATS
Officially, I was supposed to do nothing. I was supposed to lie on the same couch where I had been for the past nine days and rest. And ice. And breathe. I had just had the quintes