Colorado is a Rocky Mountain state renowned for world-class skiing, stunning national parks, and vibrant outdoor culture. From the soaring peaks of the Rockies to the red rock canyons of the southwest, Colorado offers some of America's most dramatic landscapes and outdoor adventures.
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Guided experiences that show you Colorado through its food.
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Tour formats
Different ways to experience Colorado's food scene.
Street food tours
Denver food truck tours through Civic Center and RiNo food truck parks - excellent for budget-focused food exploration
Market tours
Boulder Farmers Market and Denver Central Market guided experiences showing Colorado's farm-to-table supply chain
Restaurant tours
Multi-restaurant tasting tours in Denver ($65-85) and Aspen ($120-180) showcasing signature dishes at multiple establishments
Specialty tours
Craft brewery tours, green chile tours, Colorado game meat experiences, and cannabis culture tours
Cooking classes
Take a piece of Colorado home with you.
Colorado Farm-to-Table Cooking Class
Learn to cook using seasonal Colorado ingredients with a professional Denver chef, then sit down to enjoy the multi-course meal you prepared
Colorado Pie and American Baking Class
Learn to make traditional American pies, biscuits, and baked goods using Colorado-grown wheat, Palisade peaches, and other local ingredients
Colorado Green Chile Masterclass
Learn the art of Colorado green chile from scratch - roasting and peeling fresh Hatch and Pueblo chiles, building the stew, and cooking applications from breakfast burritos to smothered enchiladas
Colorado Wild Game Cooking Class
Learn proper techniques for cooking Colorado game meats - elk, bison, wild boar, and venison with professional guidance on preparing these lean, flavorful proteins
DIY self-guided food tour
Create your own Denver food tour following this neighborhood-by-neighborhood route
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Stop 1: Denver Central Market breakfast pastries and Corvus coffee (7-9AM) - 2669 Larimer St
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Stop 2: Sam's No. 3 diner for green chile smothered eggs (8-10AM) - 1500 Curtis St
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Stop 3: Biker Jim's gourmet game sausages for lunch snack (12PM) - 2148 Larimer St
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Stop 4: Wynkoop Brewing Colorado craft beer and Rocky Mountain oysters (12:30-2PM) - 1634 18th St
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Stop 5: Huckleberry Roasters afternoon coffee (2:30-3:30PM) - 4301 Navajo St
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Stop 6: RiNo brewery taprooms for Colorado IPAs (4-6PM) - Great Divide, Ratio Beerworks, or Mockery Brewing
Foodie tips
Get more out of every meal.
Green chile is Colorado's signature food - always order it 'smothered' to experience it properly
Colorado has over 400 craft breweries - try a different local beer in every town you visit
Farm-to-table dining is a Boulder religion - reservations at Frasca or The Kitchen are essential weeks ahead
Aspen's dining scene rivals New York and Chicago - budget $100-200+ per person for fine dining
Denver's food truck scene is excellent - check the Denver Food Truck Association app for weekly locations
Rocky Mountain oysters are worth trying at least once - they're much milder than you might expect