Chicken cacciatore is an easy to make dish that is perfect for a cold winter night. It’s essentially an Italian-style chicken fricassee with tomatoes. This version of chicken cacciatore couldn't be easier to make, but has a deep, rich flavor. I like to serve it with thick pasta or noodles to enjoy with the sauce and I also add some red chili flakes to give it a little kick, but … [Read more...]
A Great Grower Champagne
During the holidays - and especially for New Year’s - many of us will pop open Champagne. Recently, thanks to my wife and a recommendation from wine expert Francis Fecteau of Libation, Inc. I discovered a sensational non-vintage French Champagne that sells here for about $43 but drinks like a million bucks: Roger Coulon Heri-Hodie 1er Cru Brut Champagne. The Coulon family … [Read more...]
BOWLS OF FLAVOR: Deer Valley’s New Fresh Tracks Kitchen
Last week, I finally got my first ski day of the season. And I did it at my favorite local ski resort: Deer Valley. One reason I love Deer Valley Resort so much - endless powder notwithstanding - is the amenities. Deer Valley Resort has the best dining options around, including a new eatery I visited called Fresh Tracks Kitchen. Fresh Tracks Kitchen is located in the … [Read more...]
Utah Foodie Holiday News and Events
Tupelo Reopens in Park City I am thrilled on behalf of hardcore food lovers to announce that Tupelo Park City has opened in a new location. This past Saturday, owners Matt Harris and Maggie Alvarez reopened Tupelo restaurant - which was previously located on Park City’s Main Street - in the space at 1500 Kearns Blvd. that was the previous home of Adolph’s. “We are thrilled … [Read more...]
Cheese Fondue
One of my favorite foods to enjoy on Christmas Eve or New Year’s Eve is classic cheese fondue. It’s fun, festive and a great way to share food with company and loved ones. This is a pretty straightforward, classic Swiss-style cheese fondue. Enjoy it with cubed bread, blanched or raw veggies, fingerling potatoes, etc. Ingredients: 1 medium clove garlic, peeled and cut in … [Read more...]
Frescobaldi Wines for the Holidays
If you’re in the market for tasty but affordable Italian wines to help celebrate the holidays, I suggest you check out Frescobaldi. I recently tasted three different wines from Frescobaldi and was impressed by the quality of these Tuscan wines. Frescobaldi brings one thousand years of family history to their winemaking efforts and has been making wine in Tuscany for over 700 … [Read more...]
HO HO HOLIDAY DINING: Xmas and New Year’s Restaurant Dinners
On both Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, the Aerie restaurant at Snowbird’s Cliff Lodge will offer a special holiday menu from 5 to 9 p.m., priced at $79 per person, tax and gratuity not included. Executive Chef Ken Ohlinger’s holiday dinner starts with Bay Scallop Potato Chowder, followed by Roasted Pear & Blue Cheese Salad. The entree is a choice of Skate “Meuniere” with … [Read more...]
Chicken Lettuce Wraps
I’m pretty certain that at PF Chang’s restaurants the chicken lettuce wraps are the most popular menu item. I sure do love ‘em. Well, the recipe for the chain’s wraps is a closely guarded secret, but I think this one comes pretty close. One difference is that I prefer not to include the crispy rice sticks that are used at PF Chang’s as filler, but you could add them … [Read more...]
An Affordable French Bordeaux
If you’re in the market for an affordable red wine to pour for the holidays (or any other time), I have a Bordeaux to recommend. Yes, I said Bordeaux. “Bordeaux” and “affordable” aren’t uttered in the same sentence all that often. However, I found a really well-made, affordable Bordeaux from France that is solid, tasty, and priced here at a mere $12.11. Bordeaux for 12 … [Read more...]
Where to Celebrate Great Food and Wine this Winter
Private Holiday Dining at Caffe Molise The good folks at Caffe Molise want to remind you for private holiday dining to “book early to avoid disappointment” by emailing [email protected] or calling 801-364-8833 for information and pricing. Caffe Molise’s private dining rooms can accommodate events and private parties from an intimate gathering of 10 to a celebration … [Read more...]