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Colorado ski giant shifts to premium experience

New bougie perks — from rentals to dining — aim to make ski trips smoother.

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After a disappointing 2025-26 ski season <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="dented visits and sales" data-vars-click-url="https://coloradosun.com/2026/06/15/vail-resorts-pass-sales-2/" data-vars-content-id="6d774b2e-f420-48b9-ab7a-3c122abf376c" data-vars-headline="Colorado ski giant shifts to premium experience" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://coloradosun.com/2026/06/15/vail-resorts-pass-sales-2/" target="_blank">dented visits and sales</a>, Vail Resorts is betting better service will bring back visitors.Driving the news: The Broomfield-based company says its next chapter won&#x27;t come from buying more resorts or selling more season passes.

2 great third spaces to remote work in Colorado Springs

The search for a good place for coffee and remote work never really ends.

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The search for a good place for coffee and remote work never really ends.Yes, but: We found two wonderful downtown spots where the ambiance is as good as the caffeine fix.

Atrevida Beer Co. leaves its mark on Colorado craft beer scene

Colorado's first Latina-owned brewery pours its last pint Sunday.

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Colorado&#x27;s first Latina-owned brewery pours its last pint Sunday, but founder Jessica Fierro says the mission behind <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Atrevida Beer Co." data-vars-click-url="https://www.atrevidabeerco.com/" data-vars-content-id="2eb53068-a42c-433f-9218-5714b95bfbd1" data-vars-headline="Atrevida Beer Co. leaves its mark on Colorado craft beer scene" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.atrevidabeerco.com/" target="_blank">Atrevida Beer Co.</a> will outlive the business.Why it matters: With Atrevida&#x27;s &quot;Diversity, it&#x27;s on tap&quot; motto, Fierro challenged an overwhelmingly white- and male-dominated industry and proved that inclusivity and beer could go hand in hand.

Sushi Ai in the Broadmoor Glen neighborhood punches above its weight

Tucked into an unassuming spot in the Broadmoor Glen neighborhood, it's easy to miss.

Sushi Ai isn&#x27;t big. It isn&#x27;t fancy. Tucked into an unassuming spot in the Broadmoor Glen neighborhood, it&#x27;s easy to miss.Yes, but: It punches above its weight and somehow consistently manages to impress my family.

Going Dutch tastes great at Boonzaaijer's bakery

Boonzaaijer's just does so many things right — probably why the Fillmore Street sweet spot consistently wins awards.

<a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Boonzaaijer&#x27;s Dutch Bakery" data-vars-click-url="https://dutchpastry.com/" data-vars-content-id="bdb21cd4-4b57-49fb-8dd2-85dbe0da00d7" data-vars-headline="Going Dutch tastes great at Boonzaaijer&#x27;s bakery" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://dutchpastry.com/" target="_blank">Boonzaaijer&#x27;s Dutch Bakery</a> happens to be a too-convenient place for my family to swing by regularly — 😁 bad news for the waistline.State of play: Boonzaaijer&#x27;s just does so many things right — probably why the Fillmore Street sweet spot consistently wins <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="awards" data-vars-click-url="https://coloradosun.com/best-southeast-bakery/" data-vars-content-id="bdb21cd4-4b57-49fb-8dd2-85dbe0da00d7" data-vars-headline="Going Dutch tastes great at Boonzaaijer&#x27;s bakery" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://coloradosun.com/best-southeast-bakery/" target="_blank">awards</a>.

Climb up to the Treehouse Cafe for your morning fix

Treehouse Cafe COS has an earthy and welcoming feel with plenty of tables and comfy couch space

A comfy cafe on the north end of town recently proved to be the perfect makeshift breakfast office hybrid.The vibe: <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Treehouse Cafe COS" data-vars-click-url="https://treehousecafecos.com/" data-vars-content-id="313f41e8-e1bd-4154-a2c0-a8f98e392451" data-vars-headline="Climb up to the Treehouse Cafe for your morning fix" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://treehousecafecos.com/" target="_blank">Treehouse Cafe COS</a> has an earthy and welcoming feel with plenty of tables and comfy couch space that feels very &quot;lived in&quot; for a shop that opened two years ago.

1 drink to go: Cinchona a-go-go

One of the most innovative pop-up coffee bars in town now has a permanent location.

I stopped by <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Cinchona" data-vars-click-url="https://cinchonacoffee.com/" data-vars-content-id="fb591f46-5345-496f-bb36-41ba60962f37" data-vars-headline="1 drink to go: Cinchona a-go-go" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://cinchonacoffee.com/" target="_blank">Cinchona</a> (pronounced &quot;seen-cho-na&quot;), the new downtown caffeine bar on Mother&#x27;s Day, to see whether the buzz was justified.First impression: Standing room only, with five eager customers queued up.

Bella's Bagels brings "Schmear of the year" nod back to the Springs

Bella's "Mom-Made" New Jersey-style bagels are no stranger to the awards game.

Colorado Springs&#x27; own Bella&#x27;s Bagels took home &quot;Schmear of the year&quot; at the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="2026 BagelFest West" data-vars-click-url="https://www.bagelfest.com/" data-vars-content-id="c8535c14-0d07-4272-9ca8-f1a8e82a2a53" data-vars-headline="Bella&#x27;s Bagels brings &quot;Schmear of the year&quot; nod back to the Springs" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.bagelfest.com/" target="_blank">2026 BagelFest West</a> in Los Angeles this week for its Pueblo green chile cream cheese.Why it matters: The win puts a local favorite on a national stage — and highlights Colorado&#x27;s <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="growing food cred beyond Denver" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/colorado-springs/2026/03/18/restaurant-michelin-colorado-springs-restaurants-recognition" data-vars-content-id="c8535c14-0d07-4272-9ca8-f1a8e82a2a53" data-vars-headline="Bella&#x27;s Bagels brings &quot;Schmear of the year&quot; nod back to the Springs" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/colorado-springs/2026/03/18/restaurant-michelin-colorado-springs-restaurants-recognition" target="_self">growing food cred beyond Denver</a>.

Springs restaurants chase Michelin nods

"This is the second biggest market in the state," Springs food journalist Matthew Schniper said.

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Colorado Springs restaurants are officially on Michelin&#x27;s radar <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="for the first time" data-vars-click-url="https://www.cpr.org/2026/02/23/michelin-guide-colorado-expansion-reaction/" data-vars-content-id="63849a21-172b-4b3a-b0d2-69d92fa60934" data-vars-headline="Springs restaurants chase Michelin nods" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.cpr.org/2026/02/23/michelin-guide-colorado-expansion-reaction/" target="_blank">for the first time</a>, and discreet inspectors may already be slipping into dining rooms around town.Why it matters: <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Michelin Guide" data-vars-click-url="https://guide.michelin.com/us/en/colorado/restaurants" data-vars-content-id="63849a21-172b-4b3a-b0d2-69d92fa60934" data-vars-headline="Springs restaurants chase Michelin nods" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://guide.michelin.com/us/en/colorado/restaurants" target="_blank">Michelin Guide</a> recognition can boost a restaurant&#x27;s profile, draw foodie tourism and elevate the city&#x27;s culinary reputation.

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