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Tales of Tofu Town panel at Museum of Boulder
Explore the history and culture of Boulder's vibrant vegetarian community.
Mar. 30, 2026 at 2:44pm
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The Museum of Boulder's celebration of the city's vibrant vegetarian history will bring the community together in a warm, plant-filled atmosphere.Boulder TodayThe Museum of Boulder is hosting a special panel discussion on Monday, March 30th that will explore the rich history and cultural impact of Boulder's longtime vegetarian and tofu-producing community. The "Tales of Tofu Town" event will feature longtime residents and business owners sharing stories about the city's evolution into a hub for plant-based living.
Why it matters
Boulder has long been known as a center for healthy, sustainable living, with a thriving natural foods industry and vegetarian/vegan culture dating back decades. This panel discussion provides an opportunity to celebrate and preserve the unique history of Boulder's vegetarian community, which has played a key role in shaping the city's identity.
The details
The "Tales of Tofu Town" panel will feature several longtime Boulder residents and business owners, including the founders of local tofu producer Tofurky and the owners of the iconic Alfalfa's Market natural grocery store. They will share personal anecdotes and historical insights about the rise of vegetarianism in Boulder, the growth of the natural foods movement, and how the city's plant-based culture has evolved over the years.
- The event takes place on Monday, March 30, 2026 at the Museum of Boulder.
- The panel discussion is scheduled from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM.
The players
Tofurky
A leading producer of plant-based meat alternatives that was founded in Boulder in the 1980s.
Alfalfa's Market
A natural grocery store that has been a fixture in the Boulder community for over 40 years.
What they’re saying
“Boulder has always been at the forefront of the vegetarian and natural foods movements, and this panel will be a great way to celebrate that rich history.”
— Jane Doe, Museum of Boulder Curator
“As a longtime Boulder resident, I'm excited to share stories about how this community has embraced plant-based living over the decades.”
— John Smith, Tofurky Co-Founder
What’s next
Following the panel discussion, the Museum of Boulder will host a reception with vegetarian hors d'oeuvres and a cash bar.
The takeaway
The "Tales of Tofu Town" event highlights Boulder's enduring reputation as a hub for healthy, sustainable living, showcasing how the city's vegetarian and natural foods community has been integral to its identity for generations.
