California has been known for decades as the leader of the Western United States both in terms of the booming tech economy and the widening class division between the rich and the poor. Tech companies have the rare distinction of being both an enormous benefit for producing high-paying jobs for engineers, … Continue Reading
IS FINE DINING DEAD? A Memorable Meal at the Mariposa
I keep hearing from culinary pundits and colleagues about the demise - even “death” - of fine dining. Really? Have you tried to get a reservation … Continue Reading
Where to Go for Brunch in Salt Lake this Weekend?
Arlo Takeout is Back! Chef Milo Carrier and the good folks at Arlo restaurant have reinstituted their takeout menu so you can now take Arlo … Continue Reading
Shrimp Piccata
My first encounter with the Italian lemon-butter-caper sauce called piccata was when I ordered veal piccata in a restaurant. I love the piquant … Continue Reading
Bucklin Old Hill Ranch Bambino
One of my very favorite winemakers is Sonoma-based Will Bucklin, who makes wines from grapevines that date back to the founding of his Old Hill … Continue Reading
Utah Volcanoes & Massacres: A Tour of Southern Utah’s Violent Past
Will Bagley’s Blood of the Prophets: Brigham Young and the Massacre at Mountain Meadows sat on my shelf for about 20 years before I … Continue Reading
The Monster Rabbits of Washington County
In the summer of 2002, I collected one of the most fun and interesting stories I have ever stumbled upon. A gentleman by the name of … Continue Reading
Acupuncture in Utah: Why You Should Consider It
Pins and needles may be the most common perception many people have about acupuncture. But this ancient Chinese practice of healing has a … Continue Reading
Ben Thornock: Utah Speedskater Heading to the 2022 Winter Olympics
Persistent. Positive. Passionate. These are the words that describe Ben Thornock, a Utah-based speedskater. He’s one of 11 skaters … Continue Reading
UTAH’S NEW FUN ZONE: Food, Games, & Much More At Flanker
The newest tenant at The Gateway is already making a huge impression on SLC visitors and locals alike; overnight it’s become one of the most … Continue Reading
Two Old Guys World Tour 2022, Basque Dinner Dance and German Fest
Two Old Guys World Tour 2022 Looking for live music? Two Old Guys - aka Michael Feldman and Tally Evans - play every Thursday at 6 p.m. at … Continue Reading
Indian-Style Beef Curry
Here is a favorite Indian curry recipe of mine. It has rich, complex flavors and a fair amount of heat, although it's not mouth-scorching. You … Continue Reading
Casot Wine Bar Opens in the 15th & 15th Neighborhood
Proving that a pandemic can’t keep a good man down, restaurateur Scott Evans - on the heels of launching Pago on Main a couple months ago - has … Continue Reading