Red Rock Beer & Food Pairing Class On Friday, December 6th, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., the Park City Junction Red Rock Brewery located in the Redstone Center will host an evening featuring an educational dinner with a focus on pairing food with beer. As part of the Park City Area Restaurant Association’s “Park City Plated” series, three chef-inspired dishes will be paired … [Read more...]
ESCAPE TO VEGAS! Cheap Eats, Legal Weed & a Magic Dragon in Sin City
Many years ago, I lived in Las Vegas. I worked at the 24-hour Odyssey Records store there and much later, would be the restaurant critic/food writer for Las Vegas Life magazine. And although I’ve seen a deluge of changes to Las Vegas through the years - some good and some not so good - it’s still a favorite place of mine to escape to. Especially given its close … [Read more...]
Seafood & Andouille Gumbo
In Louisiana, pretty much every family, cook and chef has their own version of gumbo. Rarely are two recipes alike. This is my favorite type of gumbo - one that begins by making a dark roux. Ingredients: 1/2 cup vegetable oil 1/2 cup flour 3 celery ribs, chopped 2 medium onions, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 green bell peppers, seeded and chopped 12 oz. andouille … [Read more...]
CANarchy, Stoneground, Two Peas & Their Pod
Food & Drink 411 Two Peas & Their Pod Book Signing Next Thursday, November 14th, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., Park City’s Hearth and Hill restaurant will host Maria Lichty, author of the new Two Peas & Their Pod cookbook, for a special book signing and dining event. Attendees will have the opportunity to purchase the Two Peas & Their Pod cookbook and have it … [Read more...]
Log Haven’s 25th Anniversary Argentum
Congratulations to Log Haven restaurant owner Margo Provost and her dedicated staff on the celebration of their 25th anniversary this month. In honor of this milestone, Log Haven worked with Santa Barbara winemaker Rick Longoria to create an elegant red anniversary wine called Argentum. I had to look it up, but Argentum means silver, and this is Log Haven’s silver … [Read more...]
X-RATED—True Farm to Table Fare at Table X
I recently had the pleasure of co-hosting the Salt Lake City episode of a terrific TV series that showcases American restaurants, called Tasting America. Among the restaurants that Tasting America host Gary Takle and I visited was Table X, a unique SLC eatery that I’ve been rooting for ever since it opened. The dining room is sleek and modern, yet retains the rustic … [Read more...]
Easy Autumn Pork Stew
One of my favorite fall/winter dinners is this easy-to-make stew which features pork. You could also use veal for this recipe, which would be equally delicious. Ingredients: 1/4 cup olive oil 1 medium onion, thinly sliced 12 oz. boneless pork (or veal) stew meat , cut into 1-inch pieces 1/2 cup drained, diced canned tomatoes (Italian-style Romas are best) 1 1/2 cup … [Read more...]
Park City Plated, Chef Geraldine, & Stanza Wine Dinner
Park City Plated @ Escala In August the Park City Area Restaurant Association (PCARA) introduced a new initiative, Park City Plated. Each month the program features a different Park City area restaurant offering a special dinner and menu which is value-priced. “Park City Plated is a brand-new way for guests to sample our community’s diverse dining scene,” said PCARA executive … [Read more...]
Squatters Hell’s Keep Belgian Style Golden Ale
Congratulations for Squatters Craft Beers on winning a silver medal in the Belgian Style Blonde Ale or Pale Ale category for Hell’s Keep Belgian Style Golden Ale late last month at the Great American Beer Festival (GABF) held in Denver, Colorado. The win marks the fourth medal earned by the beer in GABF's annual competition. “The flavors in Hell’s Keep are complex yet very … [Read more...]
Kid-Friendly Dining for Youngsters & Their Adults
Kid-Friendly Dining for Youngsters & Their Adults It’s unfortunate, but in America, “kid-friendly restaurant” tends to mean places like Chuck E. Cheese, fast-food franchises, and all-you-can-eat joints like Chuck-A-Rama. I say “unfortunate,” because I believe that kids, from a very young age, should be taught to eat well, not to have their food dumbed down for them. I … [Read more...]
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