Before attending a show at the Eccles Theater in downtown SLC recently, my wife and I popped into one of our favorite neighborhood bistros for a bite to eat: Eva. Named for his great grandmother, Eva Coombs, Chef/Owner Charlie Perry opened Eva in early 2009 and it’s been a popular downtown dine-and-drink spot since Day 1. Perry has said that his passion for organic foods and … [Read more...]
Archives for January 2023
Two Old Guys World Tour 2023, New Taqueria 27 Ownership and Brunch at Mar | Muntanya
Two Old Guys World Tour 2023 Two Old Guys - aka Michael Feldman of Feldman’s Deli and music partner Tally Evans - have a full roster of shows coming up at some of our favorite local eateries and bars. So many, in fact, I wonder how Michael gets all those powder days in skiing up at Alta? Upcoming Two Old Guys performances include Flanagan’s on Main in Park City (02/01), … [Read more...]
Duck Fat Bucatini Carbonara
When I make pasta carbonara, I normally begin the sauce by sizzling bacon bits in olive oil. However, it occurred to me recently that using duck fat in place of some of the oil would kick up my carbonara considerably, and I was right. I urge you to try this hack to improve your pasta carbonara at home. In addition, it might sound strange but I found that using Niman Ranch … [Read more...]
Santa Giustina Barbera Colli Piacentini
In this week’s Scheff’s Table column, I featured my recipe for pasta carbonara made with duck fat. It’s a deliciously decadent dish. Pairing wine with carbonara sauce can be tricky due to the creaminess of the sauce, smoky bacon, and salty cheese flavors. So I usually turn to a fruity, low-tannin red wine with a touch of acidity to cut through those creamy, cheesy, salty and … [Read more...]
Parley’s Canyon Gravel Pit: Residents Oppose the Proposed Mining Project
Contentious Mining Plan Still Under Review Parley’s Canyon and the Wasatch Mountains are at the forefront of a controversial debate about whether or not a proposed limestone quarry should move forward. Seemingly, the opinions surrounding the plan are overwhelmingly negative, even prompting a petition called “Save Parley’s Canyon.” Carl Fisher, a respondent from “Save Our … [Read more...]
Saving Great Salt Lake: 47-Day Vigil for Shrinking Great Salt Lake
The Great Salt Lake as a public health hazard There has been increasing media coverage in recent years resulting in growing awareness around the human health implications of the shrinking Great Salt Lake. It is becoming known among Utahns that the drying lakebed will soon become a public health hazard due to hazardous chemicals that have been recklessly discharged into the … [Read more...]
FOOD ON FILM Delicious Dining at the Movies
With the Sundance Film Festival rolling into Utah this week, I thought I’d turn my attention to some of my favorite movies about food - there’s a smorgasbord of them to delight in for the hungry filmgoer. My very favorite food-themed film was one that I originally saw at the Sundance Film Festival. Big Night won the Grand Jury Dramatic Prize at Sundance in 1996 and … [Read more...]
JINYA Ramen Bar Opens in Lehi and more News
Anniversary Celebrations at Flanker Flanker Kitchen + Sporting Club at The Gateway is celebrating its first anniversary with a new high-energy concert series, delicious brunch, and a Super Bowl watch-party for the ages. Reservations for the Super Bowl Watch Party and Anniversary Brunch are highly recommended and can be made at www.flankerslc.com. The folks at Flanker invite … [Read more...]
Easy Pork Carnitas
I really love carnitas, which are especially popular in the Mexican state of Michoacan. It’s pork cooked in orange juice and other ingredients, usually served in tacos or burritos. You can make the carnitas in advance and then freeze or refrigerate them to use at your leisure. I like leftover carnitas with scrambled eggs, for example. Ingredients: 2 lbs. boneless pork … [Read more...]
2023 Sundance Film Festival Lounges in Park City and Salt Lake
The 2023 Sundance Film Festival is here and along with a multitude of fine films, attendees and guests can also avail themselves of various sponsored lounges to enjoy a beverage, music, and more, both in Park City and Salt Lake City. Here are some options that - as far as I can tell - do not require a ticket, pass or invitation. Of course, there are also plenty of … [Read more...]