Utah Stories
Would The New Green Deal work for Salt Lake City, Utah? The Mayor Jackie Biskupski Thinks So.
Salt Lake City Mayor Jackie Biskupski recently announced that by 2032, Salt Lake City will operate on 100% renewables. The City will achieve this goal by making nearly all city…
A Spinning Journey
I dreamed of living on a farm surrounded by my own fiber animals and making yarn. It was such a great dream that it was disappointing to wake up! The…
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…
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…
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…
Classic Cheese Fondue
This is a basic recipe for classic Swiss-style cheese fondue that’s easy to make and pretty much foolproof.
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.
Local Community of “Unloved Arts” to Present Neo-Vaudeville “All Weirdo” Revue Called “Gonzo Rising”
ocal 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…
Taking Back Our Economy One Bar of Soap At a Time
Traveling along the Wasatch Front, we see evidence of the larger problem of the American economy: homogenous central retail shopping districts.
OFF THE EATEN PATH: Authentic Thai Cuisine in Sunset
Everything at this appealing little restaurant is made from scratch, including the five curries on the menu.
Recipe for Tender Roasted Pork Loin
This is a very easy, but delicious, recipe for roasted boneless pork loin (not tenderloin) that makes for a terrific fall/winter main dish.
Ransom Old Tom Gin
This is an interesting gin insofar as it doesn’t look like standard gin; it’s not clear. It’s amber colored, a “historically accurate revival of the predominant Gin in fashion during…
My Personal Renaissance at the Utah Renaissance Faire
I looked back at the history of entertainment that humans have always engaged in, music, dancing, dining, performing. These are all tactics humans use to connect with each other, and…
Disaronno Wears Trussardi
If you’re looking for a truly unique holiday gift for your favorite liqueur lover, here’s a great one: A limited edition bottle of Disaronno Italian liqueur, packaged in a special…
Parowan Gap: Secrets of the Past
When considering the greatest archaeological treasures and the sophistication of the former ancient inhabitants of Utah, the small town of Parowan may not come to mind
Salt Lake’s Urban Indian Center
Since 1971 the Urban Indian Center has provided essential support and resources to the Salt Lake Valley’s Native population. This is done by offering a kind of haven and cultural…