Jon Turner is a fast man—he talks fast, he walks fast, he thinks fast and he works fast. I know this sounds like a Jimmy John's commercial, but Jonny T, as his friends call him, isn't making sandwiches; he is creating tone. I sat down with Turner in his basement in Ogden. The low ceiling and walls framed his work table and guitars hung from stands all over the room. T … [Read more...]
Ogden Man Creates Original Bicycles from Cast-Off Parts
If you’ve noticed some strange bicycles around Ogden lately, you probably have Mark Johnson to thank. Johnson, a jiu-jitsu instructor who taught English at Ogden High for 21 years, has been building custom bicycles out of old parts and other salvage for his new company, UpCycle: Bikes and Boards. “My buddy was making bikes out of old bikes so I bought a couple from him. I’ve … [Read more...]
Desert Hive Supply: Ogden Firm Puts Beehives in the Beehive State
Are you interested in natural sweeteners, supporting local farms and gardens, wearing a big hat, and saving the planet? If so, you should look into beekeeping. And the first place you should look is Deseret Hive Supply in Ogden. This beekeeping supply store has everything you need to get started and be successful as a hobbyist beekeeper. I spoke with owners Vic and Annessa … [Read more...]
Event Updates: Chocolate, Music and Fighting Hunger in Utah
Solitude Chocolate Lovers Festival Chocolate lovers rejoice! On Saturday, March 24th, Solitude Mountain Resort will be the scene of the resort’s 28th annual Solitude Chocolate Lovers Festival. The fest celebrates all things chocolate, with nine chocolate stations located both on and off the mountain. Attendees kick off the day at 9 AM by picking up their Chocolate Lovers P … [Read more...]
Utah’s Exceptional Burgers: Where to Get Them this Week
Meditrina I just heard from Meditrina chef/owner Jen Gilroy who checked in to tell me that Meditrina began serving their new Express Lunch this week. Lunch hours are from 11 AM to 3 PM, followed by a Snack Happy Hour from 3 to 5 PM. The Express Lunch is aimed at customers who want to enjoy items like Meditrina’s famous Mushroom and Brie Burger (now back on the menu) in 45 m … [Read more...]
Four Utah Coffee Spots You Need to Visit
Pink Elephant Coffee Roasters Mitch and Kelley Baker, owners of Pink Elephant Coffee Roasters in Park City, began roasting coffee as a hobby. They started small, only roasting a couple of grams at a time. After much trial and error, research, and many cuppings, they finally were able to achieve the product they offer today. Mitch is the main roaster, and he roasts several … [Read more...]
Changes Coming To Ogden’s Washington Boulevard
Ogden’s Historic 25th Street seems to have been brought back to life in recent years as new businesses and restorations have sped up the pulse of downtown. And this new vibrancy may be contagious; it seems to be spreading down Washington Boulevard. I spoke with Ogden City planner John Mayer to find out what lies ahead for the blocks of Washington near 25th Street. Mayer says … [Read more...]
Things To Do in September
September 9-11: Salt Lake City Greek Festival. Come and enjoy the food, dancing, customs and hospitality. Experience the flavors, sights, sounds and learn about the Greek Orthodox faith and the traditions of Greece. Hours are 11am to 11pm Friday and Saturday and 11 am to 8 pm Sunday at 279 S 300 W. Admission is $3 Visit www.saltlakegreekfestival.com/index.php for more … [Read more...]
Artist Vanessa Colunga Brings Beauty to Horror
Vanessa Colunga’s art is filled with images of monsters, aliens and the stuff of nightmares. But her art transforms nightmares into works admired and appreciated. Vanessa says, “Scrawling out stick figures for my parents and grandparents is one of my first vivid memories as a child.” People always ask her how long she’s been making art and she always gives the same response … [Read more...]
Brunch In Ogden
If you’re like me, you rarely pass up an opportunity to partake of bacon. Pig & A Jelly Jar Recently, my girlfriend and I were strolling along Historic 25th street and happened upon Pig & A Jelly Jar. As we walked through the 100-year-old structure, we appreciated the efforts made to preserve the rich history of this establishment’s brick walls, high ceilings, and har … [Read more...]