When I was young, our family lived in Japan for a few years. Much later—when I was in graduate school in NYC—I rediscovered my love of ramen. I’m NOT talking about the dried, prepackaged ramen noodles with a powdered broth packet inside. I’m talking about real ramen made with fresh noodles. While some ramen restaurants cook their broth for 24 hours or longer, this … [Read more...]
Archives for June 2019
Bangerter Farms update: “I can guarantee the land will never be anything but a farm.”
Legal change keeps the Bangerter's farmland productive A year after Farmington granted agricultural protection for the Bangerter family farm, a 22-acre plot of farmland, and ended any effort to put soccer fields on the site, the city’s economic development director still receives pleas to leave the property alone. Brigham Mellor says he gets about one email a week from people … [Read more...]
Sip O’ the Week—MOËT & CHANDON NECTAR IMPÉRIAL ROSÉ
A perfect nectar If there is a wine that’s more perfect for sipping in summer, or as a perfect picnic partner than Moét & Chandon Nectar Impérial Rosé, I haven’t found it. Granted, this lovely bottle of bubbly is a bit of a splurge, priced at $49.99, but I honestly don’t know where you’ll find a better sparkling wine for the price—it tastes like a million … [Read more...]
WOLCOTT OPTICAL
WOLCOTT OPTICAL Locally owned and operated since 1945, our team at Wolcott Optical continues to provide the best product for you at a reasonable price. The proper fit and ongoing service of your eyeglasses is our key to your satisfaction—guaranteed. Wolcott offers personalized vision care with an eye exam if needed. Expertise and service you deserve—come and SEE the … [Read more...]
The Utah Farmers market—there’s one near you
The Utah Farmers market season is now upon us, and as Farmer markets grow in popularity and diversity, there is no excuse to not check out at least a couple this year. There is certainly enough to choose from. Let's do what we can to take care of our local farmers and growers by supporting the many of Utah Farmers markets taking place this … [Read more...]
CANCER WELLNESS HOUSE
CANCER WELLNESS HOUSE Cancer is now classified as a complex chronic disease and will soon be the leading cause of death in Utah. Working for the cancer community, Dr. Librett is the cancer survivor specialist at the Cancer Wellness House. While in medical school, Dr. Librett was diagnosed with cancer. This diagnosis inspired twenty-five years of researching and … [Read more...]
Summer in Utah—fun local events and community activities
There is no shortage of fun during Summer in Utah, check out these fun local events and community activities to keep you and you family busy this June. June 14 and 15 Utah Hidden Garden Tour (sponsored by Utah State University Extension) Held from 12 to 6 pm on June 14 and 10 to 6 pm on June 15. The tour starts at 100 E Center Street, L400, Provo. The tour … [Read more...]
Full Circle Care
FULL CIRCLE CARE Dr. Leslie Peterson has been a provider of natural medicine to the Salt Lake area for over 20 years. Her team of licensed Naturopathic Doctors includes Dr. Erin Carner and Dr. Dan Reed. Full Circle Care’s providers are experts in helping our patients get real answers to their health challenges. Through the use of unique, comprehensive functional … [Read more...]
The Farm issue—Letter from the editor
To cherish what remains of the Earth and to foster its renewal is our only legitimate hope of survival. –Wendell Berry we produce our farm issue every year because we strongly believe that the connection we have with our food defines our connection with our greater community, our health, and our culture. And a local food economy should be considered the best source of … [Read more...]
Every farmer is a gambler, every gardener is a believer
Thank a farmer Every farmer is a gambler, every gardener is a believer—he or she is betting that tiny seeds buried in the ground will bring forth a bounty of crops. To closely watch a plant grow strong throughout the months and then see flowers transformed into fruits and vegetables, is miraculous. It humbles one into realizing there is a provident power in the … [Read more...]