> Cherry Shuler opened Cherry's Cheesecakes & Delights' brick-and-mortar location at 111 N Harrison Ave in 2023 after three years in business, bringing her extraordinary menu of over 160 different cheesecake flavors to Old Town Lafayette. What sets Cherry's apart is Shuler's unique background pairing cheesecakes with wines and craft beers in Virginia and Napa Valley, which inspired her extensive flavor repertoire. Her passion for cheesecakes began during her freshman year at Florida State University when she discovered making homemade versions was more economical than store-bought options. Beyond her signature cheesecakes, the bakery offers vegan and gluten-free options ('Because I have allergies, I love my vegan and gluten-free people'), plus Southern-inspired treats including kolaches, cinnamon rolls made from a family recipe, pies, and barbecued meats prepared in-house every other Saturday. The Front Range's only dedicated cheesecake bakery has become a beloved community gathering spot in Lafayette.

Public Wine announced its planned opening in Lafayette for early 2023, bringing a new wine-focused establishment to Old Town. Owners Doug Wargo and Genae Lako designed the venue as a welcoming space for wine enthusiasts and casual drinkers alike. The business concept emphasizes accessibility and education, offering curated wine selections paired with knowledgeable service in a relaxed atmosphere. Public Wine aims to demystify wine culture and create an inviting environment where customers can explore different varieties, learn about wine regions and production methods, and enjoy quality wines without pretension. The owners planned to feature rotating wine selections, educational tastings, and small plates to complement the wine program. The establishment reflects Lafayette's growing culinary and beverage scene, adding to the variety of dining and drinking options available in Old Town.

Fresh-milled flour is at the heart of what we do. It's easy to open up a bag of flour, but we believe the nuanced flavor, balanced sweetness, and greater nutrition makes the extra step worth it.

 "Father. Baker. Organizer. Musician. Entrepreneur. Friend. Andy Clark wore many hats over the course of his time in Boulder County, a place he was so proud to call home... More than any of his individual achievements, Andy's legacy is the people who loved him. He drew us together, reminding us that we are truly stronger, better and brighter when we all bring our individual talents to the table. His is a hearth fire that will never be snuffed out—one that we, his community, will stoke by continuing to gather in the way that Andy taught us." 

pARTiculars Art Gallery and Teaching Studio, located at 401 South Public Road in Lafayette, held its second annual holiday art fair through December 11, 2022. The 14-year-old cooperative gallery showcased paintings, jewelry, pottery, and fiber arts from local artists. The gallery operates with six owner-artists and ten members who staff the gallery, teach classes, and sell their work on commission. Co-owner Peter Steele noted that the space is an artist owned, cooperative gallery. In response to the Marshall Fire disaster, pARTiculars offered free art classes to affected community members. Steele explained the rationale: art can be therapeutic and healing. Member artist Laurie Adams added that creating art can help maintain memories, even when something is no longer there. Classes emphasized hands-on learning, with Adams teaching watercolor techniques to beginners.

> Chilaquilli brings traditional Mexican chilaquiles to Louisville and Lafayette area farmers markets in convenient boxes perfect for strolling while you shop. Customers describe them as 'allergen friendly, local, family-run authentic food' and report 'craving them on weekends and searching them out' at the markets. The vendor serves crispy tortilla chips drenched in specialty salsas and topped with your choice of protein and fresh toppings, offering an accessible take on the beloved Mexican breakfast dish.

Artisan Grain Collaborative, a network of farmers, millers, maltsters, brewers, bakers and distillers, is fostering a resilient and equitable regional breadbasket.

Most consumers in an Ardent Mills’ survey expressed interest in buying an item containing ancient grains, and nearly 90% said they wanted to know more about ancient grains. Denver-based Ardent Mills contacted 1,001 US consumers of the ages 18 or older online Aug. 19-23.

The value of water holds many definitions throughout Colorado’s urban and rural communities. As the supply and demand gap continues to widen, cities look to farms and ranches for its water, how do you determine factors of fairness, equity and wealth in a way that is acceptable to all? FARM TO FAUCET is an honest look at our society’s willingness to adapt in this ever-changing climate space.