5 Spectacular Things to Do in Aspen That Have Nothing to Do With Skiing

No wonder the Food & Wine Classic in Aspen has been going strong for more than 30 years — the food here is amazing. Outside of the famous food festival, Aspen's restaurant scene is booming and is a destination in and of itself. I found myself at a quaint restaurant and farm shop on Hopkins Avenue in downtown Aspen called Meat and Cheese, where I enjoyed a stellar board of charcuterie and local cheese. You can't go wrong with all of Aspen's top-notch restaurant choices, and the food is just as memorable as the hikes.

Travel and expenses for the author were provided by the Colorado Tourism Board for the purpose of writing this story.