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10 Places to Grab a Cup of Coffee on National Coffee Day

In honor of National Coffee Day on September 29, we talked to 5280 assistant food editor Callie Sumlin to find out who’s brewing up the best cups around town. Here is a roundup of 10 coffee shops that pour the perfect cup.

ezpz feeding mats

Making Mealtime Easy-Peasy

Feeding mats from Colorado-based brand ezpz help stabilize mealtimes for kids with special needs.

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Crocktober: Pumpkin Croc Cake

It’s fall and that can mean only one thing for guest writer, dad, and radio show host, Jeremy Padgett: it’s time to heat up the slow cooker. Try this recipe for cake (yes, cake!) made in a Crock-Pot.

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Pack It Up, Kids!

Help reduce food waste by giving kids input on lunch choices.

8 Back-to-School Lunch Ideas

Trade in the peanut butter and jelly for something new and healthy that will make your child the happiest kid in the cafeteria.

Shrimp curry in bowl

Groceries to Go

Online grocery ordering and meal delivery offer many benefits for busy parents.

Little Man Ice Cream

The Scoop on Dairy-Free Ice Cream in Denver

Kids and grown-ups with milk or egg allergies, or families with a vegan lifestyle, can still enjoy a cool, creamy summer treat at these local spots.

Mac and cheese bites

Mini Mac and Cheese

Mini mac n’ cheese is perfect because every serving is surrounded with those yummy, crispy edges!

Easter bunny biscuits

Bunny Biscuits

This simple spring baking recipe gives kids an opportunity to contribute to family meals.

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Fruity Smoothie Pops

These smoothie pops pack in healthy vitamin C and flavor without added sugar.

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