Following on the ramen trend of recent years, I’ve been noticing the word izakaya popping up a lot lately in culinary circles and restaurants. The term izakaya in Japan is typically used to describe a type of bar or small restaurant where inexpensive dishes and snacks are served, much like tapas in Spain. Most izakayas are open late at night and the focus is on drinks more than … [Read more...]
Back for Brunch
Veneto To Go I love dining at Veneto Ristorante Italiano, which is one of Utah’s most authentic Italian restaurants. However, if you prefer not to eat in restaurants these days, did you know that you can enjoy Veneto cuisine in your own home? Yep. Veneto offers full take-home dinners to go as well as antipasti, pasta, pizza, sides, salads, main courses, desserts and beverages … [Read more...]
Gérard Bertrand 2018 Cote des Roses Rosé
Personally, I like to sip Rosé any time of the year and on almost any occasion. Ever since I visited Provence for the first time years ago, I’ve come to love the stuff. I find that Rosé wines pair very well with a wide array of foods and cuisines, from Asian fare and tacos, to burgers from the grill. Most of the time, you can’t go wrong reaching for Rosé. I think that’s … [Read more...]
Tortellini Alfredo
I love fettuccine Alfredo. Who doesn’t? But then, you could really use any type of pasta you like and pair it with creamy Alfredo sauce. I especially like to use tortellini when making pasta Alfredo, since it’s firm and holds up to the thick sauce well. Ingredients: 8 Tbs (1 stick) good quality unsalted butter ½ pint (1 cup) heavy cream 1 package frozen or fresh … [Read more...]
Burger Battle – How Does Shake Shack Shake Out vs. a Local?
Unless you’ve been living under a rock for the past few months, you’re likely aware that Shake Shack has come to Utah. It would be hard to miss Utah’s press and foodies going gaga over the opening of our first Shake Shack at The School Yard in Sandy or the recent opening of a second Utah location at Fashion Place. So this week I decided to find out what all the fuss is about. … [Read more...]
Yoga and Beer! Where?
Carbonara Weekend Supper @ Stoneground Each week, Stoneground Italian Kitchen features a special Weekend Supper to take out and enjoy at home. The Weekend Supper for October 9th and 10th is Pasta Carbonara. This hearty Italian pasta dish from Rome is made with eggs, Parmigiano-Reggiano, guanciale and black pepper. The supper serves 4 and starts at $49, with bread and salad … [Read more...]
Mosketto Magic!
In recent years, the market for lower alcohol sparkling wines has been growing, as has the market for lower alcohol beverages in general. Before our warm weather departs and cooler temperatures take over , I suggest trying out some low alcohol frizzante (fizzy) wines from Mosketto winery in Piedmont, Italy. These wines aren’t dry, but they aren’t super sweet either. There … [Read more...]
Surf & Turf Fried Rice
Here’s the deal: My wife really likes ham fried rice. I prefer shrimp. The solution: Surf & Turf Fried Rice using both shrimp and ham! It’s surprisingly good - the best of both worlds. Ingredients: Cooked long-grain white rice or jasmine rice — 1 1/2 cups uncooked. I usually cook the rice in the afternoon and let it dry a bit before using it for dinner. Leftover rice … [Read more...]
TALES OF TAKEOUT – Takeout Tryout #10: Nikko
This week I’m continuing my periodic COVID-19 series: Tales of Takeout, wherein I visit restaurants to scout out their takeout cuisine and options. Some eateries are better suited to takeout than others. Frankly, I was surprised that a sushi restaurant - Nikko Sushi & Ramen in Kaysville - is nailing the takeout experience. You might think that fresh sushi wouldn’t travel … [Read more...]
Two Old Guys at Cucina in the Avenues
TOG @ Cucina in the Avenues Good music. Great food. Excellent wines and other beverages. Sounds like a formula for fun, right? This Saturday, October 3rd from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., Two Old Guys will be performing on the Cucina Wine Bar patio playing a wide array of music that includes folk/rock, blues, ballads, covers and originals. Two Old Guys Music is the talented … [Read more...]
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