Potatoes and clams with Spanish chorizo may sound like an odd combination, but trust me - it’s delicious! Ingredients: 1 Tbsp olive oil 6 oz. chorizo sausage, cut into thin rounds (Note: be sure to use Spanish-style chorizo, which has more of a salami-like consistency than Mexican chorizo, which will fall apart upon cooking.) 2 small yellow potatoes, such as Yukon … [Read more...]
Copper Common’s Uncommon Wine List
In my review this week of the recently made-over Copper Common in downtown SLC, I mentioned that owner Ryan Lowder is now featuring an eclectic selection of all-natural wines. While you can find such wines at other restaurants, I don’t know of any that offer only natural wines. But it makes sense, right? After all, we’re all trying to eat better and more organically and … [Read more...]
Where to Listen to Live Jazz on a Garden Patio in Salt Lake and More
Live Jazz & Patio Dining at Caffe Molise In addition to outstanding fresh Italian cuisine with a focus on regional specialties, Caffe Molise has opened up their wonderful, sprawling garden patio for outdoor dining under the sun and stars. And on Fridays, Caffe Molise features live jazz on the patio with the great John Flander’s Trio. Along with excellent pastas, … [Read more...]
SALT LAKE’S NEW ITALIAN EATERY & COFFEE CAFE: A Visit to Salt & Olive
After lying dormant and unfinished for years, it’s delightful to see the space on 300 East that was originally intended to be a food hall now open as a roomy restaurant. And by roomy, I mean that Salt & Olive is HUGE. If you’re claustrophobic, this is the place for you. Located adjacent to Undercurrent bar, Salt & Olive is a casual eatery with Italian culinary … [Read more...]
Beer and Food Events, Easter Brunch, and Italian Graffiti Coming to The Gateway
Templin Family Brewing at Blue Sky The Lodge at Blue Sky invites you to join them throughout 2022 as Salt Lake City’s Templin Family Brewing and The Lodge at Blue Sky team “celebrate cultural, culinary and craft brewing delights in a variety of memorable venues.” Things kick off on Friday, May 6th at 6:30 p.m. when guests will enjoy a hacienda-style menu from Executive Chef … [Read more...]
Shrimp with Creamy Polenta
Last week I cooked one of my wife’s favorite dishes: shrimp and grits. And, last week I shared my recipe for the creamy cheddar polenta (grits) to accompany the shrimp. You can see that recipe by clicking here. This week I’m posting the ingredients and instructions for making the shrimp. Give it a try! Ingredients: 2 Tbsp olive oil (or bacon grease) 1 lb large shrimp, … [Read more...]
Cinco No Drinko: Non-Acholic Gift Boxes from WB’s Eatery
Cinco de Mayo is right around the corner and the nice folks at WB’s Eatery encourage you to drink responsibly when celebrating. Or, maybe don’t drink at all so you can celebrate even MORE. Kick back on May 5th and have an alcohol-free Cinco de Mayo with a WB’s Eatery Cinco No Drinko gift box. Each box ($112) contains Ritual Zero Proof Tequila, Hella Margarita Mix (with the … [Read more...]
ECONOMICAL HOTEL EATS IN PARK CITY: We Drop into Versante Hearth & Bar
It’s pretty well known that Park City is not an inexpensive dining destination. But, there are exceptions. And one is a very appealing restaurant located in the Peaks Hotel. It’s called Versante Hearth & Bar and some friends visiting from out of town and I stopped in for an early dinner recently after a day of skiing. We were happy that we did. The independently … [Read more...]
Creamy Polenta with Cheddar
Last week I cooked one of my wife’s favorite dishes: shrimp and grits. Although, instead of traditional grits I made a creamy polenta with cheddar. Next week I’ll share my shrimp recipe to go along with this one for polenta. Ingredients: 1 cup whole milk 2–3 cups water 1 cup cornmeal (medium grind or a blend of medium and fine grind) 3 Tbsp butter 1 Tbsp … [Read more...]
A Wine Tasting for Earth Day
On Thursday, April 21, 2022, Tea Zaanti and Utah’s Bon Vivant Imports invite guests 21 and over to celebrate Earth Day with a tasting of organic, sustainably farmed, natural wines called A Tasting for Earth Day. Here is the lowdown from our friends at Tea Zaanti. “In celebration of Earth Day, we've invited our friend, Bryan Hinschberger, to help us dive into the world of … [Read more...]