This year my wife and I planted Thai chilies and Thai basil in our garden, which are perfect for this dish but you can also find them in Asian food markets. This is a delicious, spicy stir-fry that’s called pad kra pao gai in Thailand. It’s a hugely popular street food there and is typically served with a side of fried egg. This recipe makes two large servings of Thai Basil … [Read more...]
Archives for September 2021
Oktoberfest at Bewilder Brewing
Here’s a fun event taking place over the next week: Oktoberfest at Bewilder Brewing Co. Following on the success of last fall, when Bewilder brewed up batches of German-style beers and offered Bavarian-inspired menu items, this year they’re pulling out all the stops and hosting a weeklong Oktoberfest at the brewery, from September 18th (the official start date of Munich’s … [Read more...]
New BBQ Pop-Up, Local Beer Events and More
New Wild Ember BBQ From Tupelo Park City I was excited to learn of Chef Matt Harris’ (Tupelo Park City, RIME Seafood & Steak, RIME Raw Bar, Afterword) new pop-up dining experience: Wild Ember BBQ. Combining Chef Harris’ Southern roots and his fine-dining background, the upscale smokehouse concept began offering curbside and catering services at The Snow Park Residences at … [Read more...]
Where to Find Vegan Replicas of Your Favorite Candy Bars in Murray, Utah
Chef Felicia Holmberg (“Chef Fee”) revolutionized Salt Lake’s vegan scene with a Facebook post selling candy. Soon after, she was meeting customers in parking lots, peddling her version of Snickers, called Snix, or “vegan crack”, she jokes. Made with nougat, caramel, and salted peanuts dipped in semi-sweet chocolate, her vegan candy bars created a cult following. Twelve cars … [Read more...]
Staycationing in Ogden: With its Rich History and Gritty Spirit, Ogden is “The Other Utah”
Whether you want to avoid the lines at the airport, or you don’t enjoy long car rides, a staycation is a perfect way to relax your mind, body, and wallet, all while getting that vacation experience you so desperately deserve. You should take your vacation days. You earned them, after all. And there is no better place to staycation in Utah than in Ogden! I know what you may … [Read more...]
Flying for the First Time over Some of the Most Spectacular Scenery on Earth, Moab Utah
The sensation of taking off in a single-engine Cessna with our two kids — ages four and six — and watching their eyes become saucers while their jaws drop, naturally causes a parent to wonder: “Will they love this or hate it? Will they relax and have fun or will they remember this as agonizing child abuse?” I have no idea. It only takes a few minutes until the grip of fear … [Read more...]
How FanX Became The Biggest And Most Successful Convention in Utah
It has been determined by Estately.com that Utah is the nerdiest state in the nation. It’s number one when it comes to Sci-Fi Geeks; Lord of the Rings and Hobbit nerds; and Trekkies, Star Wars fans. Comic book collectors and lightsaber ownership is right up there with gun ownership in Utah. So when Dan Farr decided to hold the first Comic-Con convention in Utah and invite … [Read more...]
Four Must-Do Weber County Hikes
It’s no secret that some of the best things about Utah are the winsome mountains that straddle our state. Utah’s mountains play a significant role in the charm and activity base we have here. But what adventures do our mountains truly hold for us? The best way to discover your local mountains is by hiking! Here in Weber County, there are dozens of trails to choose from. I … [Read more...]
A WANSHIP WONDER: Yuta Restaurant at Blue Sky Ranch
With the exception of the much loved - and since it closed, much missed - Spring Chicken Inn, Wanship, Utah was never much of a magnet for foodies. But that has changed in the past couple of years - since Wanship became home to the spectacular Blue Sky Ranch and The Lodge at Blue Sky - an Auberge Resorts Collection property - which is where you’ll find one of the … [Read more...]
Heirloom Tomato & Burrata Salad
At this time of year our garden is overflowing with ripe tomatoes and fresh basil. Here is a simple and delicious salad combining fresh tomatoes and silky burrata. I recommend using heirloom tomatoes if you have them, otherwise any ripe tomatoes will work. This recipe makes 4 servings of salad but you could increase or decrease the quantities as desired. Ingredients: … [Read more...]