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Ah, autumn, the time of year when you break out the crock-pot and Dutch oven and enjoy savory roasts that fill your home with the warm, hearty smells of fall and that are fit to feed the whole family. But for Boulderites who want to get adventurous and go beyond traditional beef dishes this season, there are plenty of other unique meats to indulge in around town.

We know everyone has their reasons for choosing the dietary lifestyle they do. In that spirit, we’ve been shunning the omnivores as of late and this exploration of unique meats is our way of letting you know that, hey — we see you, too.

Here are a few local restaurants getting creative with meat dishes in Boulder this fall.
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Who says that Christmas should get all the gift-giving glory? Halloween has its own fanatic following, and there are ample opportunities around Boulder for people to flex their gift-giving muscles ahead of the “traditional” holiday season with unique, local Halloween gifts.

Here are a few ideas for how to surprise the Halloween lover in your life with fun Boulder gifts this October.
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I’m not ashamed to admit that I have a pumpkin problem. National Pumpkin Spice Day may not be until October 1^st, but I start indulging in pumpkin-flavored everything as soon as we hit September, from Pumpkin Spice Cheerios to coffee creamer to bagels and everything in between. I’ve been wearing sweaters for weeks trying to will the weather into turning cool because crisp fall air makes all this pumpkin feel a little more socially acceptable. But the reality is I’m going to keep eating pumpkin spice everything whether I get eye rolls directed my way or not.

Truthfully, though, there are plenty of fall flavors indicative of autumn that are just as delicious and savory as pumpkin spice come this time of year. Here are a few ideas for local pumpkin spice and other fall flavored goodies around town for you to indulge in through the season.
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Autumn is a dangerous season for me in the grocery store, particularly in the produce aisle. Pumpkin, butternut squash, Honeycrisp apples, I want it all! What most often catches my attention, though, is the fresh cider. A gallon of apple cider comes home with me and it’s guaranteed to be gone by the next day.

The season of apples galore, fall is the perfect time to indulge in delicious ciders, whether they’re alcoholic (bonus, they’re gluten-free!) or of the kid-friendly variety. Here are a few local Boulder County spots where you can indulge in ciders this fall season.
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As we approach what I would argue is the best season of the year, many Colorado transplants lament that our little stretch of the Front Range doesn’t quite hold a candle to the all-encompassing immersion into fall colors of their native Northeast or perhaps the Pacific Northwest. However, if you know where to look, there are plenty of opportunities to get in on fun fall activities around town, from apple picking to pumpkin patching, corn maze meandering, and more.

Here are just a few autumn activity hot spots in Boulder (and just beyond!) to get your local fall fix in this year.
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There’s no better way to wrap up a sweet Boulder summer than with the tradition of biting into a fresh, seasonal Colorado Palisade Peach.

Palisade, a town in Mesa County in western Colorado, is famous for the world-renowned peaches the region produces. Exceedingly juicy and bursting with sweetness, these peaches benefit from the area’s unique climate, including the high elevation and frequent swings in temperature, and its rich soil. These factors, as well as the care and dedication of Palisade’s local farmers, combine to produce fruits that are clamored for each and every year.

August is National Peach Month, and Boulder County doesn’t hold back as it celebrates our state’s peaches in all their pizzazz. From fruity, seasonal craft beers to a whole festival dedicated to the peach, here are a few ways you can get in on the peachy goodness locally this month.
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