Here is a really simple and quick recipe for Thai-style red curry. I use boneless chicken for the dish but you could easily substitute pork, tofu, duck, beef, veggies, shrimp, fish, or just about anything else you’d like. Items like Thai red curry paste and fish sauce are available in most Asian markets and nowadays in many regular supermarkets, as well. Ingredients for Thai … [Read more...]
Archives for March 2019
West Cork : St. Paddy’s Day Irish Whiskey
Lots of folks will be wearin’ the green, drinking Guinness, and tucking into big piles of corned beef and cabbage on St. Patrick’s Day. And, that is as it should be. However, let’s not forget the other liquid libation given to us by the Irish: whiskey. Now, there are Irish whiskeys that are certainly better known than the one that I’m recommending for St. Paddy’s Day. But … [Read more...]
Utah’s newest radio station KUAA
Don't Touch That Dial! KUAA and Brad Wheeler Groove a Mix of World Music Tune your radio dial to 99.9 FM, and if you are within range, you will hear the unique sounds emanating from Utah’s newest radio station, KUAA. Founded by Derek Dryer and now headed by (Bad) Brad Wheeler, this non-profit station broadcasts a diverse mix of multicultural and bilingual music … [Read more...]
Utah Liquor Laws: 3.2 to 4.8 % ABV : A conversation with Senator Jerry Stevenson
Listen to our conversation with Senator Jerry Stevenson regarding Utah liquor laws. Utah Liquor Laws Utah liquor laws are considered some of the wackiest in the country. Namely, the new DIU Limit for blood alcohol content level is 0.05 percent, the lowest in the country. In addition, our allowable alcohol content in beer sold in supermarket is 3.2. Consequently, Utah is … [Read more...]
Depression and the Gut-Brain Connection
Drug Abuse and Isolation Rapidly Growing In 2019 we are faced with a sobering fact: Drug abuse and isolation are rapidly growing into the two biggest problems with modern society. The increasing rates of depression and suicide point to this growing problem. Men between the ages of 20-45 are more likely to die from suicide than car crashes, war, cancer or heart … [Read more...]
Ogden Micro-Brewery Serves Up Cerveza: ¡Bravo to Mexican Beer!
Ogden micro-brewery serves up cerveza. Ogden’s newest, smallest craft brewery is tucked behind a Mexican restaurant next to the public works building. But don’t let its small size keep you from taking Cervezas Zolupez seriously. This small-batch brewery exploded onto the Ogden beer scene with a burst of color and Mexican flavors. From Practicing Law to Craft Brewing Javier … [Read more...]
Beer Bonanza: Utah Craft Breweries Updates
Beer Bonanza Utah boasts 30 craft breweries...and counting! In order to give you Utah craft breweries updates, Utah Stories asked them the following questions: What new beers are you working on? What is your top seller? How many barrels are you brewing in a year? How would you describe your unique niche in the craft beer market? Who is your current brew … [Read more...]
Celebrate 4th West Fest, St. Patrick’s Day with Mountain West Cider and Red Rock Brewery
Mountain West Cider and Red Rock Brewing will be celebrating St. Patrick’s Day together again on 4th West this year. When and Where This St. Patrick's Day celebration, officially titled 4th West Fest, will be held on Saturday, March 16th at 425 N. 400 W. in Salt Lake City Utah, after the St. Patrick’s Day Parade. The event will feature Mountain West hard ciders, … [Read more...]
Bodacious Brunch & Lunch at Tupelo Park City
Elevated Comfort Food for Brunch or Lunch at Tupelo Park City There is no shortage of excellent restaurants in Park City. but since it opened a few years ago on Main Street, Tupelo restaurant has been one of my go-to favorites. Executive Chef/Owner Matt Harris takes food very seriously, although he avoids making it too precious. And while he favors using local, often organic, … [Read more...]
Pork Chops alla Pizzaiola Recipe
In Italy, pizzaiola refer to “meat in the pizza style.” It’s usually inexpensive cuts of meat - typically beef or pork - braised in a mixture of tomatoes, onion, garlic, and olive oil to tenderize the meat. It’s a simple and easy-to-prepare, inexpensive dish to make at home. This recipe is one I really like, borrowed from Giada De Laurentiis. It’s intended to make 2 servings. I … [Read more...]