This Sol del Valle interview was translated for English readers.
Maura García is the proud owner of Fresh Choice Bistro and has lived in the Valley for over 15 years. Originally from Chihuahua, Mexico, she found in Fresh Choice a place to share her love for healthy food and warm, friendly service.
What’s your customers’ favorite item/s from the menu?
The Açaí Bowl is definitely what they like the most. It’s like a healthy ice cream made with water, and it has less sugar. We use frozen fruit turned into sorbet. We have açaí, strawberry, dragon fruit, coconut, cacao and other flavors.
What dish would you recommend to someone who thinks “healthy” food isn’t for them?
I’d suggest trying the Buffalo Chicken Panini. It has a spicy kick and comes with roasted chicken. They can pair it with a “Vampiro” juice, which has carrot, orange and a splash of beet juice. For dessert, I recommend the coconut or dragon fruit sorbet, perfect for ending on a fresh, natural note.
What’s your long-term vision for Fresh Choice Bistro?
We want to bring new life into the place, change the colors, and make it even more welcoming. We Latinos are joyful, full of life, and we want that to be reflected in the space. We plan to add photos of the food, and during the colder months we want to offer coffee, hot soups, broths, sweet breads, hot oatmeal or atoles… but always staying true to healthy choices.
Is there anything you’d like to say to the community?
I’d love to invite people to give themselves the chance to try flavors different from what they’re used to. I’d also like them to come by and share their opinions on what new touches they’d like to see or try.
Don’t be too hard on yourselves. Sometimes we’re stretched so thin we forget to take care of ourselves. It’s essential to take a break, because when we’re doing well, our family and everything else flows better too.
Fresh Choice Bistro is located at 809 Grand Avenue in Glenwood Springs. For more information or to place an order by phone, call 970-973-1024.
