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Inaugural Salt Lake Food & Wine Fest

The Salt Lake Area Restaurant Association presents the first ever Salt Lake Food & Wine Fest.

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Richard Markosian

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SALT LAKE AREA RESTAURANT ASSOCIATION PRESENTS INAUGURAL SALT LAKE FOOD & WINE FEST
A Series of Ticketed Events Celebrate Salt Lake’s Food, Wine & Spirits Scene, July 7-13

SALT LAKE CITY – The Salt Lake Area Restaurant Association (SLARA) presents the first-ever Salt Lake Food & Wine Fest to showcase the emerging gastro capital’s dynamic culinary offerings. Advance certificates are now available for a menu of themed events that encourage participants to discover and indulge in the food, wine and spirits that have become a prevalent aspect of Salt Lake’s vibrant culture. In addition to individual events and educational seminars taking place from July 7 to 14, participating restaurants will feature special offerings and menus all week long. The festivities officially kick of with SLARA’s Salt Lake Food & Wine Fest joining forces with Eat Drink Salt Lake to promote the best food and wine experiences Salt Lake has to offer on July 6 at Tracy Aviary.

“Given the extent to which Salt Lake’s food and beverage scene has evolved and matured, SLARA believes this is the ideal time to launch an annual event that promotes and celebrates the fact that we have become a significant culinary capital of the Mountain West,” says Michele Corigliano, Executive Director of SLARA. “The Salt Lake Food & Wine Fest will feature a range of delectable events designed to showcase our area’s top talent while appealing to both culinary novices and connoisseurs.”

The following events will be held during the Salt Lake Food & Wine Fest. Complete details, pricing, and online purchase of gift certificates that provide entry to events at: www.slfoodandwinefest.com

July 7 and 8: Wine Education Seminars

Themed wine seminars like Vive la France, A is for Argentina, and Premium Ports will be hosted by Cliff Dining Pub, Kimi’s Chop and Oyster House, Finca, East Liberty Tap House, Manoli’s, and Cucina.

Saturday, July 8
Bubbles & Lunch
Location: Encore Bistro at Eccles Theater
Performance menu and sparkling wine will be served at this new, downtown bistro.
Time: 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Meet Your Maker Sponsored by Alpine Distilling, Beehive Distilling, Dented Brick Distillery, Mountain West Cider, Sugarhouse Distillery, and Waterpocket Distillery
Get schooled in the art of producing spirits and mixology from Utah’s local, craft distilleries.
Location: Park City Culinary Institute, Salt Lake City Campus
Time: 3:00 to 6:00 p.m.

Monday, July 10
Progressive Food & Spirits Walk
Walk, dine, and sip specialty cocktails by local distilleries Alpine, Beehive, and Dented Brick.
Location: 15th & 15th neighborhood at Mazza, Trestle Tavern, Caputo’s, and Tulie
Time: Three start times at 6:00, 6:30 and 7:00 p.m.

Tuesday, July 11
Progressive Food & Wine Walk
Walk and enjoy food and drink pairings at three participating restaurants.
Location: Stanza, Current, and Gourmandise
Time: Three start times at 6:00, 6:30 and 7:00 p.m.

Individual Restaurant Events, July 7 to 13 – visit the website for complete list.

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Richard Markosian

I am a story teller and journalist. I have a passion for farmers, local craftspeople, and folks who aspire to create, build and grow their business in the local marketplace. Why local? By supporting locally-owned businesses we create more opportunity for entrepreneurs, and we claim our sovereignty to shape our communities how we want to see them. I aspire to build Utah Stories Magazine into a household Utah name, and assist Utah businesses and makers with marketing. On the journalism side of things my passion is investigative journalism that offers true insight into issues. I believe strongly in the forth estate: strong, meaningful, insightful journalism is essential to a free market Democracy.

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