Food & Drink - The Journal

The Wilds Tavern opens at former Switchback Taco site

Owners announced plans to convert taco shop into new concept in late March

DATE: May 9, 2026 | CATEGORY: Local News

Smiley Cafe changes hands once again

‘We want to provide a place that feels clean, but cozy,’ new owner says

DATE: Apr 25, 2026 | CATEGORY: Local News

Hardware showroom and coffee shop hybrid opens in Durango

‘This is a culmination of bringing aspects of two things that I've done that have been important to me in my life together,’ owner says

DATE: Apr 11, 2026 | CATEGORY: Local News

Switchback Taco closes after seven years in downtown Durango

Owners hint at ‘something new and exciting’ in coming weeks

DATE: Mar 30, 2026 | CATEGORY: Local News

Heroes get free coffee as Loops Coffee House honors first responders monthly

Marc Loops said he wants to give back to first responders and law enforcement. First responders can get free coffee at Loops Coffee House & Bistro, 318 E. Main St., on the 15th of each month...

DATE: Dec 6, 2025 | CATEGORY: Community

Cortez volunteers serve Thanksgiving meal with 60 turkeys

Annual Thanksgiving meal is expected to reach 900 people

DATE: Nov 27, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News

Thanksgiving meal resources in Southwest Colorado when budgets are tight

SNAP lapse continues to have ripple effects, food resource organizations say

DATE: Nov 23, 2025 | CATEGORY: Local News

Farmers Market: Turtle Lake Refuge fosters connection with the land

Nonprofit promotes sustainable agricultural practices

DATE: Oct 6, 2025 | CATEGORY: Food

Farmers Market: Mesa Verde Lavender is the result of a dare

The farm’s culinary lavender is used in regional ice cream and coffee shops, restaurants and bars

DATE: Sep 15, 2025 | CATEGORY: Food

Farmers Market: Mighty Mike’s Foods turns kale chips into a fun snack

The gluten- and dairy-free food is made from local produce

DATE: Aug 4, 2025 | CATEGORY: Food

Farmers Market: Bell Beef raises cattle, runs country store near Cortez

The meat is grass-fed, grass finished and antibiotic- and hormone-free

DATE: Jun 4, 2025 | CATEGORY: Food

Community Calendar: What’s happening in the Cortez area

CORTEZ Wednesday, Jan. 1 Jingle Bell Walk, 11:30 registration, walk at noon. Ute Mountain Recreation Center, 309 Valley View Lane. Jingle Bell Walk to promote awareness of healthier activiti...

DATE: Dec 27, 2024 | CATEGORY: Community Calendar