In our grand effort to reduce dependence and use on antidepressants; to prevent people from becoming alcoholics, and to stop opioid abuse in its tracks: We present to you Utah's February Fun Guide, a.k.a.: how to not get depressed in February in Utah. Thank you to some of our great writers and photographers for their ideas. Dave Jensen Hotspringing! There’s nothing q … [Read more...]
Would The New Green Deal work for Salt Lake City, Utah? The Mayor Jackie Biskupski Thinks So.
Climate Crisis activism is heating up. “We want a better environment!” “When do we want it!” “NOW!” ...Seems to be the widespread sentiment. The jargon and the social justice warriors are treating climate change as if it were “our World War II” according to newly elected Democratic Socialist Alexandria Ocasio Cortez. Climate activism also appears similar to a … [Read more...]
A Spinning Journey
It was late at night and my two young children were finally asleep. The washing machine and dishwasher were humming in the background as I sat watching Oprah and knitting a hat. Oprah was talking about living your passion. It was a great uplifting show and as I fell asleep that night I was thinking about what my passion was. That night I dreamed of living … [Read more...]
Scheff’s Table – Saffron Valley’s Saag Paneer
One of my favorite restaurants - actually, a series of restaurants around the Valley - is Saffron Valley. Lavanya Mahate’s inspired Indian cuisine is second to none, and each of her eateries is every bit as vibrant as the food served there. For this week’s Scheff’s Table, I asked Lavanya to share one of her favorite Saffron Valley recipes with me and Utah Bites rea … [Read more...]
Atrea Skid Rosé
At Park City’s new Hearth and Hill restaurant, you’ll encounter a beverage list with lots and lots of appeal. There are innovative seasonal cocktails along with classic ones, inspired mocktails, a terrific selection of local beers both canned and on tap, and a very well-chosen selection of red, white, sparkling and rosé wines. One wine on the Hearth and Hill lis … [Read more...]
Emerge: Utah Dancers Tell Stories Through Gestures and Movement
"Emerge" Showcases Creativity and Talent of Downtown Salt Lake City's Repertory Dance Theatre The murmuring of the seated audience fades as the lights dim; the anticipation is heightened as the curtains slide open revealing odd rectangular silhouettes that begin to sway to the beat of a tune. At that moment, you know you’ve left your world and entered another; on … [Read more...]
Classic Cheese Fondue
For New Year's Eve this year, my wife and I are planning to celebrate at home by opening a great bottle of wine and enjoying homemade cheese fondue. This is a basic recipe for classic Swiss-style cheese fondue that's easy to make and pretty much foolproof. Ingredients: 1 garlic clove, halved 1 pound Gruyère cheese, grated 1/2 pound Emmentaler cheese or o … [Read more...]
Gruet Brut: A Bubbly to Help Celebrate New Year’s Eve
If you're looking for bottled bubbly to help celebrate New Year's Eve - one that won't break your budget - a very good choice is Gruet Brut, which is on sale through December here in Utah for a mere $14.99/750 ml (normally $17.99). Since Gruet Brut is a domestic sparkling wine, it's not proper to call it Champagne (which technically only comes from Champagne, France). … [Read more...]
Local Community of “Unloved Arts” to Present Neo-Vaudeville “All Weirdo” Revue Called “Gonzo Rising”
Vaudeville tradition of the weirdo act is making a comeback at Gonzo Rising Salt Lake City - Local performing artists and self-proclaimed “weirdos” are gathering at the historic Beehive Social Club at 666 State Street on Wednesday, January 30th to celebrate the old vaudeville tradition of the Weirdo Act. Produced by Utah’s own Clusterphoque [to rhyme with “bloc … [Read more...]
Taking Back Our Economy One Bar of Soap At a Time
Welcome to Riverton! Welcome to Sandy! Welcome to Bountiful! Traveling along the Wasatch Front, we see evidence of the larger problem of the American economy: homogenous central retail shopping districts. It’s like a bad radio station that only cycles through the top 10 hits. “And now for more oldies but goodies: Walmart! Costco! Applebees! McDonalds! And if you missed it … [Read more...]