Arborist gives urban trees a trim Christopher Little makes his living climbing trees. Kids might dream of growing up and having a job that includes tree climbing, but Little made it a reality. Little is an arborist. “An arborist is someone who works with trees in an urban setting. As opposed to a forester, an arborist works on trees at homes and properties removing … [Read more...]
Archives for June 2019
All That Shimmers … A Visit to Deer Valley’s Glitretind Restaurant
A couple of weeks ago, friends from New Orleans were in town—one of which was performing at Park City’s Egyptian Theatre for a trio of shows. Before joining my wife and me for dinner on her night off, our guest had a couple of requests: she doesn’t eat pork and she doesn’t like noisy restaurants (neither do I). Zeroing in on one of the most serene dining spots … [Read more...]
Scheff’s Table—Grilled Southwestern Flank Steak
Flank is an excellent cut of beef that takes well to marinades, making it oh-so-tender. This is a very easy recipe for a blender-made marinade featuring cumin seed, garlic, olive oil, and jalapeños. Be sure to thinly slice the cooked steak against the grain for the tenderest, tastiest meat. I like to serve the steak topped with sliced avocado or a favorite … [Read more...]
Sip O’ the Week—Mountain West BRUNCH at SLC EATERY
As you already know, if you’ve been reading my Utah Bites restaurant reviews, SLC Eatery is a terrific new addition to the local dining scene. In addition, SLC Eatery is now serving brunch, from 10 AM to 3 PM on Saturdays and Sundays. SLC Eatery—Saturday, June 29, 11–1 PM SLC Eatery will team up with Mountain West Hard Cider to host a special four-course … [Read more...]
Utah farmer seeking medical cannabis grow permit
Medical cannabis will be sown in Utah, but will the profits be reaped elsewhere? Now that medical cannabis in Utah has been legalized, it's time to turn our attention to how the medicinal plant will be grown—will there be supply to meet the projected demands?—and, maybe more importantly, who will be able to grow it? It's an important question because the State will … [Read more...]
Restoring the past, preserving a legacy—The Richard W. Erickson Foundation Museum
Passion for acquiring leads to eclectic collection Wallsburg, Utah—On a tip from Utah antique picker Matt Binyon of American Rust Company, I visited what he described as “one of the most amazing ranches/museums I’ve ever seen.”, Richard Erickson's 300-acre ranch in Wallsburg, Utah. I don’t know Matt as someone who uses hyperbole or conjecture, but he has seen a lot of cool … [Read more...]
A better approach to cancer treatment
Helping people live better, live longer There is amazing, groundbreaking, and potentially life-changing cancer medical research currently going on in the United States—the way doctors are able to diagnose and treat patients is changing at a very rapid pace. The problem, though, is getting the major medical community to more swiftly adopt these emerging (or not-so-emerging) … [Read more...]
Krishna Food Forest & Farm—what is the permaculture concept?
Mimicking natural ecosystems The Krishna Food Forest & Farm , located behind the Sri Sri Radha Krishna temple in Millcreek, is a wonderfully accessible place for anyone in the area to learn about ecological food production while engaging with the Millcreek Permaculture Guild, a friendly community and leadership team. It is run by the Millcreek Permaculture Guild, which … [Read more...]
Solar farms present opportunity for sheep ranchers in Utah
It's not unusual to see sprawling solar farms now-a-days but, what the heck are those sheep doing? Tradition thrives along with new technology Hearing someone refer to themselves as an entrepreneur usually conjures up a certain stereotype: the young, hoodie-wearing, manic visionary pushing the latest techno breakthrough, or everyday types in their best suits … [Read more...]
Sumptuous Summer Soirée—Eat Drink SLC Returns to Tracy Aviary
Eat, drink, and be merry at Tracy Aviary In my opinion, the one food and wine event of the summer not to miss is Eat Drink SLC, which will take place on Wednesday, July 10 from 6:30 to 9:30 pm at Tracy Aviary. The frolicking summer soiree has sold out every year since it began in 2015, so be sure to score your tickets early. Eating and drinking with a … [Read more...]