The short answer is they were both presidential candidates accused but never convicted of inciting riots. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints founder Joseph Smith had a similar anti-establishment attitude to Trump when it came to federal power and how it is wielded in Washington. And Smith … Continue Reading
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Each and every year - pandemic notwithstanding - Deer Valley Resort justifiably receives piles of awards and accolades for its world-class … Continue Reading
Valley of the Moon Pinot Blanc-Viognier
I really love wines made with Viognier, a grape varietal that lends gorgeous floral aromas and flavors to wine. Wines that have Viognier in them … Continue Reading
3-Way Meatloaf
Meatloaf - along with macaroni and cheese - has to be at or near the top of the list of great American comfort foods. But, too often it can come … Continue Reading
A New Gourmet Market Featuring Locally Made Foods Opens in Ogden!
Monarch Gourmet Market & WB’s in Ogden Drop into The Monarch in Ogden on Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and you’ll discover a pop-up … Continue Reading
Why Should You Drive to Provo to Get Your Rock Climbing Equipment?
Outdoor sports are one of the biggest reasons to live in Utah. People come from all over the world to ski, mountain bike, rock climb, and pursue … Continue Reading
Have Utahns Forgotten Their Industrious Pioneer Ways?
Will we adopt California’s identity if we don’t define it ourselves? Does Utah and the West still have an identity? Are we standing up for who … Continue Reading
Utah’s Identity Crisis: Will Crony Capitalism Define Utah’s Future?
Get the story behind the settlement and development of the Great Basin in this episode of the Utah Stories Show that dives deep into Mormon … Continue Reading
Stocking Up On Fabulous Foods From Our Favorite Markets
When I moved to Utah in 1992, specialty food stores were few and far between. Liberty Heights Fresh was still a year away from … Continue Reading
STELLAS! A V-Day Visit to Ogden’s Best Italian Eatery
It is impossible for me to see or hear the name “Stella” without picturing the scene from A Streetcar Named Desire where Marlon Brando shouts … Continue Reading
Sugar House Distillery Barrel Master Series No. 1 Whisky
Last week - made with lots of love just in time for Valentine’s Day - Sugar House Distillery released a truly historic American whiskey - Utah’s … Continue Reading
Gnocchi with Brown Butter & Sage
Years ago, when I was the restaurant critic for Las Vegas Life magazine, I reviewed a restaurant at the Bellagio Hotel called Olives. It was … Continue Reading
Where to go for Brunch, Tapas or Champagne Dinner in Salt Lake City?
Brunch on Beck In case you’ve forgotten, here’s a reminder that the Garage on Beck serves up bodacious brunch on Sundays, from 10:30 a.m. to … Continue Reading