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Home to hippies, healing water, and the best yerba mate west of the Mississippi — Manitou Springs is unlike any other place and most definitely worth a stay! It might be only a 15 minute drive west of Downtown Colorado Springs, but Manitou Springs feels like a different world entirely. This small, charming town was … Read more

For vegans and dairy lovers alike — Colorado Springs’ ice cream scene lacks nothing! Check out what makes these local spots so unique. “Summertime and the living is easy” — except when it’s 90 degrees out and all you want is a cold, sweet treat to cool you down. Colorado Springs is full of fun … Read more

Carts, wagons, Weiner mobiles, and trucks — the food truck industry has come a long way, and Colorado Springs’ unique food truck scene is taking it to the next level. Food trucks may seem like a recent addition to the American food scene, however, they actually hold a deep seated place in the world of … Read more

We’re here to help you create the perfect Father’s Day in Colorado Springs, Denver and around the state Let’s be real, dads can be hard to shop for! You can only buy so many button-up shirts, bottles of whiskey, or recliner chairs. Father’s Day is a day to celebrate your dad (or the father to … Read more

Wondering what to do for Mother’s Day in Colorado Springs? We’ve put together a step-by-step guide to treating your mom like a queen! We can all agree that being a mom is one of the most sacrificial jobs someone can have. The job description usually involves growing a whole human inside of your own body, … Read more

If you have limited time, make sure to hit these Denver highlights Denver is a cosmopolitan town with a relaxed vibe that has something to offer everyone. Whether you’re looking for great music, great food, or great views, you’ll find some of the top Denver attractions below.   1. Denver’s Union Station If you took … Read more

It’s tacos and tequila on this Puerto Vallarta Food Tour The food tourism community is growing, and we have been making friends all over the world. Check out our recent posts about Barcelona, Dublin, The Netherlands; and stateside we have Austin, San Francisco, and Palm Springs. It’s not only fun to see how other companies … Read more

When your quarks and creativity make your food that much better and more delicious Just a short 1-hour drive south from Denver, Colorado Springs is rapidly becoming an exciting destination for gourmands of all types. New restaurants in Colorado Springs are popping up all over the place, and many are opting to celebrate local cuisine in a way never … Read more

In 2018, our blog was packed with relevant foodie news, chef and top restaurant interviews, and more! We don’t just provide amazing food tours in Colorado, we are also experts in local foodie news, events, and restaurants. And we post it all on this blog for you to enjoy whenever you like! At the end of every year, we provide … Read more

Here’s a list of the best things to do in Colorado Springs for every season Tourists flock to our beautiful city all year round to enjoy different experiences. Read more below to discover some of the various things to do in Colorado Springs along with information on what kind of weather you can expect. In addition … Read more

Hit All the Highlights in Just 2 Hours! Noel and I (Samantha) are usually busy giving food tours in Colorado all year long, but recently we had the opportunity to explore the colorful city of Austin, TX. We were there for the fourth annual Global Food Tourism Conference where we got to rub shoulders with nearly … Read more

Welcome to Colorful Colorado Are you considering a move to settle in Colorado either by yourself or with your family? Well, if you are, you can rest assured that you will be relocating to a great place. Colorado Springs has plenty to offer you including a low cost of living, high quality of life, delicious … Read more

The History of Colorado Springs’ Famous Cotton Club Being both Black and female, Fannie Mae Duncan was a champion of racial accord at a time when courage and resolve such as hers was desperately needed and in short supply. One woman set out to effect change in the one realm under her domain. She welcomed … Read more

Burgers have been a mainstay at American tables for generations. You’ve probably tried a classic version: ground beef between two pieces of bread with your choice of condiments and garnishes. This staple food makes a great base for you to unleash your inner chef. There are so many mouthwatering and creative ways that you can … Read more

There are a lot of fun things to do in Colorado Springs with your teens! Teens can be the toughest age group to please at times, and most parents often struggle to give them a vacation that they can enjoy. Lucky for you, if you are planning on visiting Colorado Springs, there are plenty of … Read more

Newly stationed military families or visitors to Colorado Springs military installations can get a taste of the local food scene with a food tour. Colorado Springs began as a resort town, but today it’s home to five major military bases including: United States Air Force Academy, Fort Carson Army Base, NORAD (North American Aerospace Defense Command), … Read more

Top 10 Date Ideas to Surprise Your Honey This Summer As the temperature rises this summer, fan the flame of your love with a fun and exciting date. In Part 1 of this blog post, we covered places to dine for either morning, afternoon, or night. And now for Part 2, we’re uncovering some of … Read more

Planning a summertime date in Colorado Springs? Here is our list of some of the most romantic and fun places to dine. Stay tuned for Part 2, which will feature things to do!  Summer is here, which means blankets on the grass, beer and wine in your cooler, and late nights listening to outdoor music. We’re doing … Read more

Craft breweries are all the rage in Colorado Springs, and for good reason! Local breweries are gaining popularity not only for their specialty drafts but also for the novel experience they provide. Many breweries are catching up to wine bars and vineyards with the fashionable experiences offered to guests. In Colorado Springs, brew pubs are … Read more

A recap of our fun afternoon with Desert Tasty Tours Take a vacation to Palm Springs, California, and you’ll be met with a desert oasis filled with palm trees and 1950s memorabilia. There are lots of things to do here including the Aerial Tramway, Air Museum, and the Palm Springs Art Museum. But the thing … Read more

Take This Cooking Class to Learn How to Make Delicious Mexican Cuisine Colorado Springs has many fun local attractions. From the Garden of the Gods to Manitou Springs to numerous cultural activities at the local museums, there are countless extraordinary things to do. But for those looking for something unusual, less touristy, and definitely tasty, a cooking class should land a … Read more

If you’re a foodie traveler like us, you’ll want to splurge on craft food and drinks as your city souvenirs. We choose the finest restaurants for our food tours so you get to sample specialty items and enjoy unique atmospheres you can only find in Colorado Springs. Most of our restaurant stops are run by … Read more

Tour our great state and enjoy some tasty brews We branched out from our home city of Colorado Springs to tour the state in search of some stellar Colorado breweries. Not only do these breweries have some tasty brews, but they also offer tours of their facility for those who want a behind the scenes … Read more

A lot of exiting news filled our blog during 2017, and we wanted to end the year with a quick recap! We tasted a lot of great food, traveled to far off places, and interviewed our partners to get to know them better. But the thing we’ll remember most from 2017 is you! In 2017, … Read more

Preview our food tour video shot in beautiful downtown Colorado Springs. Still not sure what to expect on a food tour? Watch our new video to find out more! Of all the things to do in Colorado Springs, this one takes the cake. As you stroll from restaurant to restaurant in downtown Colorado Springs, you will experience a … Read more

Our Culinary Walk Through San Francisco’s Mission District Hello all, Noel here! My husband and I took a vacation to California recently and marked San Francisco our first stop. With so many things to see and do, it was difficult to narrow down which attractions would make the final cut. But one thing we knew for sure was that we … Read more

Our Babymoon and Favorite Hawaiian Food Recap Aloha! Whenever I (Samantha) have the opportunity to savor great food while traveling, I like to share it with all of you – my fellow foodies! I am due with our first baby in early November (a girl!), so to celebrate our final days together as a couple, my … Read more

Interview with Brother Luck   Owner and Chef of Four by Brother Luck 321 N. Tejon Street, Colorado Springs, CO 80903       When a chef of Brother Luck’s caliber decides to set up shop in Colorado Springs when they could easily make it big in a larger metropolitan city, we certainly don’t complain! Chef Luck … Read more

Interview with Richard Warner   Owner of Bingo Burger 132 N. Tejon Street, Colorado Springs, CO 80903       Nothing beats a good burger. Mix that with our locally famous Pueblo Green Chiles and a boozy shake on the side, and culinary bliss is on its way! For the past couple of years, we’ve been bringing … Read more

Interview with Tyler  and Jenny Sherman   Owners of Odyssey Gastropub 311 N. Tejon Street, Colorado Springs, CO 80903       This hip joint in downtown Colorado Springs opened its doors in November 2014 and is always hopping with a diverse group of grub-loving locals. We’ve been honored to work with them since our relaunch … Read more

Interview with Dick and Mary Frieg   Owners of Savory Spice Shop 110 N. Tejon Street, Colorado Springs, CO 80903       If you’ve never been to a speciality spice shop, you’re missing out! We know we’ve been guilty of keeping large tin spice jars in our cabinets for FAR too long. Maybe you’ve … Read more

Interview with Claudette Hutchinson   Co-Owner of Spice Island Grill 10 N. Sierra Madre Street, Colorado Springs, CO 80903     Spice Island Grill is a veteran on our list of destinations for our Original Colorado Springs Food Tour in Colorado Springs. We are the first to admit that we love their food! But we’re … Read more

Interview with Richard Skorman   Owner of Poor Richard’s 320 N. Tejon St., Colorado Springs, CO 80903     Poor Richard’s Restaurant has been a loyal partner and featured destination on our Original Colorado Springs Food Tour for more than seven years. As the second oldest restaurant in all of downtown, it has been a place … Read more

Our Journey Through Traditional Dutch Cuisine We’re always looking for opportunities to combine our love of travel with our love of good food. So, during our most recent family vacation, we signed up for the Dutch Food Tour offered by Haarlem Food Tours. Haarlem is a quaint town characterized by cobblestone streets and an old-world … Read more

Interview with Les Bridger & Martin Troy   Managers of Jack Quinn’s Irish Pub 21 S. Tejon Street, Colorado Springs, CO 80903       If you want traditional Irish food in a fun environment, look no further than Jack Quinn’s Irish Pub in downtown Colorado Springs. A long-time local favorite, this bustling watering hole has an … Read more

Interview with Travis Ashing   Co-Owner of Cacao Chemistry 109 N. Tejon Street, Colorado Springs, CO 80903       Cacao Chemistry opened in 2014 as a premier chocolate shop combining ethically sourced ingredients with colorful design. We sat down with Co-Owner Travis Ashing to find out how this one-of-a-kind sweet shop nestled on Tejon Street in … Read more

Your friends and colleagues will have a blast on your private food tour in downtown Colorado Springs We get it. Event planning is hard! There are so many details and so much coordination. Wouldn’t it be easier if someone else planned your event, and you enjoyed it as a guest instead of as the organizer? … Read more

We support our local chocolatiers, and so should you! Our owner, Samantha, is not coy about her daily consumption of chocolate. She will confess it without shame or reservation. If only it could constitute a well-balanced diet along with a little cheese and wine. Though she would like to declare chocolate its own food group, … Read more

Our favorite part of 2016? You! As 2016 is drawing to a close, we are getting a bit reflective. So, in the spirit of thankfulness, we’d like to recap our year by reviewing a few of our favorite moments. Here it goes: January – Taking an international food tour in Barcelona, Spain February – Adding … Read more

After competing on Food Network’s Chopped, Chef Brother Luck hosted a wine dinner featuring ingredients he was challenged to use during the competition It’s no secret that we’re addicted to Food Network (just check out this blog post). So, it probably comes as no surprise that we snagged two coveted seats at the recent “Beast Feast.” We’ve … Read more

Grab a Guinness and Let’s Toast – Sláinte! We love to support our fellow food tour friends by patronizing their businesses while we globe-trot. Just last month, my husband and I traveled to Ireland to explore their quaint towns, spectacular coastlines, and friendly hospitality. Having only a short time in Dublin, we knew that a … Read more

Whether in Colorado Springs or Denver, you’ll be in good company. It’s time to get ready for some Bronco’s football! We bleed blue and orange here in Colorado and couldn’t be more excited for our 2016 Super Bowl 50 champs to get back to the field for another unforgettable season. There’s nothing better than cheering … Read more

What’s the best thing to do in Colorado Springs? We might be biased, but a food tour should be top on your list!  Food tourism has been around for quite some time. Everyone knows if you want a beignet, you go to New Orleans. Want some great barbecue? Try Kansas City. Or, how about fresh … Read more

There’s more than what meets the eye in our charming downtown Learn all of this and more on our Downtown Colorado Springs food tours!   1. Colorado Springs has 7 different sister cities around the world Any idea why Colorado Springs has a traditional Japanese Torii gate in one of its medians? Colorado Springs has a … Read more

How many chefs and local restaurants from Colorado Springs have been featured on Food Network in the past six months? More than you think! What do Chopped; Cooks vs. Cons; Diners, Drive-ins and Dives; and Halloween Wars all have in common? They’ve all featured a Colorado Springs chef or restaurant in fall 2015 or spring 2016. … Read more

Will Travel for Food! We might be biased, but we believe that taking an international food tour is one of the best ways to explore a foreign city! Over the years, we’ve taken culinary tasting tours in Denver, Charleston, San Diego, Chicago, Seattle, and New Orleans. These tours gave us a personalized and behind-the-scenes look … Read more

New Year’s resolutions for the foodie fanatic in us all! As we ring in 2016, we invite you to make these food-focused New Year’s resolutions with us!   We resolve to dine local and support the entrepreneurs, small business owners, and corner cafes among us. We will do this because we believe our dollars are … Read more

Cocktail recipes designed for the everyday entertainer! Add some cheer to your seasonal celebrations with one of these festive cocktail recipes! Whether you’re toasting to friends at a party, opening presents with family, or sharing a holiday meal with neighbors, you’ll find that these Santa-approved adult beverages fit any occasion. How did we come up with … Read more