Here’s everything you have to know about Basalt in Colorado.
Where to Eat
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Why It’s Essential to the Neighborhood: Savor the wood-fired pizzas and exquisite pasta dishes. Let the staff select an exquisite drink pairing from the award-winning wine list. 624 E. Cooper Ave., 941 E. Valley Road, Basalt, mezzalunaaspen.com
Why It’s Essential to the Neighborhood: This neighborhood spot brings something notable to the table: the debut of unexpected flavors in familiar dishes. Spearheading it all is chef and owner jacob Burkhardt, who embeds his passion for cooking into this Southern-inspired Colorado kitchen. 60 El Jebel Road, Unit 108, El Jebel, hominysouthernkitchen.com
Why It’s Essential to the Neighborhood: Located in historic downtown, the upscale space specializes in responsibly grown food. This local favorite embodies clean eating- Colorado style, along with an impressive wine list and specialty cocktails. 22864 Two Rivers Road, freerangebasalt.com
Where to Relax
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Why It’s Essential to the Neighborhood: Spa in Willits Fahrenheit Body Spa in Willits promotes wellness and health from the inside out. With a surplus of treatments and services available, this healing spa is sure to support and enhance your physical, mental and emotional well-being. Dip your toes in float therapy, whole-body cryotherapy, facials, massages, acupuncture and more. 241 Robinson St., Unit C-106, Basalt, fahrenheitbodyspas.com
Where to Shop
Why It’s Essential to the Neighborhood: Bristlecone Mountain Sports is a one-stop-shop for all your backcountry needs. Demo the latest gear from industry-leading brands, or step inside their custom ski tuning and repair shop for a pro tune before you hit the slopes. 781 E. Valley Road, Basalt, bristleconesports.com
For sustainable fashion, Heirlooms Resale has a variety of consignment options from trendy pieces to retro moments. 144 Midland Ave., heirloomsresale.com
A great new boutique in Basalt, offering a contemporary vibe in fashion (Nili Lotan, Sea New York and Pedro Garcia) and decor (Tina Frey, Estelle Colored Glass, Rathborne candles), with abundant and surprising twists for anyone looking to spruce up wardrobes and rooms. 227 Midland Ave., Ste. 16A, theposhpeacock.co
For about 30 years, this locally owned designer shop has carried brand names and styles for the whole family. 740 E. Valley Road, Basalt, midlandclothingcompany.com
Cultural Experiences
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Why It’s Essential to the Neighborhood: The contemporary Western art gallery exhibits nationally known painters like Michael Kessler, Donna Howell- Sickles and Sarah Lamb, with mixed-media constructions by Janet Nelson. 211 Midland Ave., Basalt, korologosgallery.com
Why It’s Essential to the Neighborhood: Through education, exhibitions and events, The Art Base provides an outpost for creative expression in the visual arts throughout the Roaring Fork Valley. The organization also offers art classes for adults and youth, and free community events. 174 Midland Ave., Basalt, theartbase.org
Why It’s Essential to the Neighborhood: Known for showcasing innovative and avant-garde works across artistic disciplines, TACAW (The Arts Campus at Willits) puts the spotlight on several rising stars in the contemporary dance and physical theater worlds. 400 Robinson St., Basalt, tacaw.org
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