Once upon a time, Breckenridge was known as �Colorado�s Kingdom.� In fact, it wasn�t until 1936 that Breckenridge was officially recognized. In true Breckenridge style, during �Kingdom Days� residents choose to celebrate their town�s historically laden past with a sort of street fair.

The year 2007 marked the first inaugural Kingdom Days events, but the events have proven to be wildly popular with both tourist and locals alike. Historic Breckenridge meant brothels, saloons, gun slinging cowboys, and mining. Kingdom day aims as focusing on Breckenridge�s history as a community, as well as its gold mining past in order to bring a certain awareness of the town�s history to those that may be passing through.

Breckenridge kicks of its Kingdom Days even with a race that is certainly reminiscent of the past, but also extremely out of the ordinary. The first race of this festive two day event is none other than the Outhouse Race. Those that wish to race are invited to come up with their own mode of �outhouse transportation� and race alongside others in order to pull their �vehicle� across the finish line.

Of course, Kingdom Days has a lot more to offer in the way of old time food, drink, dancing, and good old Breckenridge fun. No matter what season is upon us, Breckenridge has found a way to celebrate throughout the town the whole year through. This town is all about playtime, so grab a hold of your pistols and head to Breckenridge�s Kingdom days set to take place each June in order to celebrate this town�s rugged past.

Are you sitting on top of the world? Visiting Breckenridge may take you to new heights if you happen to have a pair of skis strapped on to your feet, or a snowboard at your heels, but when it comes to fine dining there is no reason that you need to decrease your elevation. The Top of the World Restaurant is located at The Lodge at Breck and it promises fine cuisine in a rustic, cozy, atmosphere.

The Top of the World Restaurant features a breathtaking panoramic view of all the Breckenridge has to offer, along with furnishings that are, literally, carved out of wood. Sit by the fire and enjoy a continental breakfast daily, or a romantic dinner Wednesday through Sunday. This restaurant boasts carefully concocted combinations from the mind of Executive Chef Brandon Farr, who aims to unite French cuisine with American fare in order to provide your palette with an enticing array of superior ingredients. Additionally, any wine enthusiast will delight in the restaurant�s find selection of bottle from all around the globe. Each vintage has been carefully selected in order to bring you the perfect accompaniment to any chosen dish. Of course, if you simply want to delight in some of the best food that Breckenridge has to offer, you will find fabulous entrees such as boar, buffalo, fish, steak, pheasant, lamb, and other delights on your evening menu.

If you are looking to spend a quite and intimate evening out at one of the area�s top restaurants, you will certainly feel your spirits elevate when you visit The Top of the World restaurant. Go ahead and block off a few hours for your meal, with a view such as this one you will want to linger just a few extra moments as you sip your wine and savor each delicately selected flavor. Soon you�ll see why Breckenridge is more than just a small ski area, this town has big city flare with a taste that can�t be beat.

If you are not familiar with the term �jerky,� you may be missing out on some of the best snacks in the world. Essentially, jerk is a form of dried meat made tender through an elaborate process of spices and sauces � in short, a very tasty treat. There is nothing like taking a plunge into the very heart of a culture via its food, and nothing says �Colorado� quite like the exquisite taste of elk, buffalo, and beef jerky.

If you have had the pleasure of visiting Climax Jerky before, you can bring the taste of the West home with you by simply ordering online at http://climaxjerky.com. But if you happen to be planning a trip to Breckenridge, you can find this mobile shop all around town from the Hoosier Pass to the Farmer�s Market. Climax Jerky offers an array of flavors including hickory smoked, honey glazed, peppered, teriyaki, tex mex, kick butt, chili pepper, and a whole lot more � sure to please any taste bud whether salty or sweet.

If you are lucky enough to be in Breckenridge while Climax Jerky is in town, don�t miss the opportunity to taste a true regional delight. For added energy while skiing through Colorado�s mountain tops, or while biking some of the best trails that the nation has to offer, Climax Jerky will provide you with hours of endurance and a taste that beats any sort of power protein bar. Any town is sure to entice visitors with sights and sounds, but only Breckenridge can throw the true taste of the Wild West into the mix.

After a long day skiing the slopes and exploring the stunning Colorado scenery, cap the night off by heading down to the Cellar for fine food, wine, and spirits.

The Cellar Restaurant is located on South Ridge Street, just one block off Breckenridge's historic Main Street. From the outside, the Cellar looks like a quaint Victorian home, but looks can be deceiving. The Cellar's interior is positively breathtaking, a unique mix of modern design and comfort, creating a relaxed atmosphere perfect for dinner, a business meeting, or just hanging out with friends.

The Cellar offers a wide selection of the very best vineyards, with each of the world's 15 major wine-producing regions represented amongst its three tiers of options. With over 200 labels to choose from, wine lovers will surely find something to tempt their palates, and the wine can be ordered by the bottle, the glass, or by the "flight," which is a two-ounce sampling of three different yet related wines.

Executive Chef Michael Weist is the culinary genius behind the Cellar's exceptional cuisine. The dinner menu features small plates, making it fun to mix and share. Along with unforgettable soups, salads, and deserts, the Cellar has such savory entrees as Pan Seared Sea Scallops, Crispy Seared Muscovy Duck Breast, Cumin Scented Venison Short Loin, and Braised Kobe Beef Short Rib. Or there's always the Multi-Course Tasting Menu that pairs small plate courses with the perfect wine selection courtesy of the Cellar's Sommelier, Eric Hastings.

The Cellar even provides free wireless internet connection for those who need to stay in touch with family and friends.