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Moab’s Canyon & Waffle House: The Last Coffee-Counter in Moab, Utah

June 23, 2022 by Rachel Fixsen Leave a Comment

  Coffee at the Counter Canyon Steak and Waffle House in Moab is decorated with nostalgic, black-and-white photos of simpler times, and each booth is named after a Beatles song. In 2020, when owner Shawn Welch visited the then-vacant building to consider re-opening it as a restaurant, she thought, “It just needs love,” which conjured the Beatles hit, “All You Need is … [Read more...]

Coffee Garden: Serving Great Coffee for Almost 30 Years at 9th & 9th in Salt Lake

May 18, 2022 by Mike Jones Leave a Comment

Alan Hebertson and Dieter Sellmair operate one of the oldest coffee shops in Salt Lake. Coffee Garden opened its doors in May of 1993 and is still going strong. For the first 13 years they were located across the street from their current location at 9th and 9th. It’s no wonder they’ve stayed open so long. With fantastic locally sourced Ibis Coffee, and treats made onsite from … [Read more...]

From France to Salt Lake City: HEXEH Studio’s Fine Fragrances

March 22, 2022 by Ted Scheffler Leave a Comment

As a fragrance fanatic, I love incense and have diffusers dispensing beautiful fragrances strewn throughout our house. My pillow mister helps me sleep contentedly at night, with scents of lavender and cedarwood. So naturally, I was drawn to learning all about Dimitri Allouch and his unique company, HEXEH Studio, which is all about fragrance.  HEXEH is a Salt Lake City-based … [Read more...]

The Blue Plate Diner Closes and Local Businesses Continue to Suffer Due to Government “Kindness”

May 13, 2021 by Richard Markosian Leave a Comment

Two of the most iconic restaurants in Salt Lake City have permanently closed their doors. The Blue Plate Diner featured on Diners, Drive-ins and Dives; as well as the place that was nominated the "best cure for a hangover" Coachmans closed. These restaurants as well as at least 400 more have closed in Utah. According to recent data, 17% of all restaurants have closed. … [Read more...]

Local Restaurant Owners Chime in on How COVID Has Impacted Their Businesses

September 2, 2020 by Richard Markosian Leave a Comment

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Eddee Johansen started his restaurant, Yoshi’s, in 2001 discovering that there was a great niche in fast casual rice bowls and sushi. “I didn’t want to eat any more burgers.” He has grown a great deal since he started, opening a second location and two food trucks. Fred Moesinger partnered with Caffe Molise’s owner in downtown Salt Lake City also in 2001 and worked to develop … [Read more...]

Red Light Alert RESTART to light up Ogden Venues

September 1, 2020 by Utah Stories Leave a Comment

  This September marks seven months since the arrival of the COVID-19 pandemic and its devastation to communities around the globe. On September 1, 2020 #WeMakeEvents, a coalition of trade bodies, businesses, unions, and live events workers, will light up their venues, homes and cities red in over 1500 locations across North America to raise public and media … [Read more...]

“Agriculture is my passion” — Benjamin Stutman

December 10, 2019 by Richard Markosian Leave a Comment

"Agriculture is my passion." This statement encompasses a wide-ranging interview with Benjamin Stutman, owner of Paizlee's Grass Fed Beef in Southern Utah. The national meat industry is currently dominated by four major packing companies that provide their products at low cost to consumers because hamburger is just hamburger.  Stutman's response is to sell a healthier … [Read more...]

Super Supper at Stoneground

November 29, 2019 by Ted Scheffler Leave a Comment

Awesome Eating Experience; Incredible Value I remember way back when Stoneground Italian Kitchen had a pool table in the middle of the dining room. Not that there was anything wrong with that. Stoneground began as a funky eatery with good, not great, fare before undergoing a major overhaul a few years ago. A complete remodel turned the restaurant from funky to fab - it’s … [Read more...]

Made in Utah Winter Fest 2019

November 25, 2019 by Richard Markosian Leave a Comment

Made in Utah Winter Fest and Winter Walk Dec. 7-8, 14-15 and 21-22 SALT LAKE CITY, UT — (November 20, 2019) -- Utah Stories has partnered with The Gateway to present the second annual Made in Utah Winter Fest in collaboration with the Gateway’s unique Winter Walk holiday light experience. With distinctive holiday light displays created by local artists, specialty art and … [Read more...]

WHERE’S THE FIRE? Bargain Binging at Oak Wood Fire Kitchen

November 22, 2019 by Ted Scheffler Leave a Comment

Oak Wood Fire Kitchen During the holiday season - which is suddenly upon us - we like to spend time with friends and family. And that includes dining out in restaurants. However, for some of us, it’s also a time when money can be pretty tight. Well, do I have good news for you. I have discovered a really fine restaurant with excellent food and service that won’t put a crimp in … [Read more...]

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