It is hard for me to fathom that it’s been 25 years now since Park City restaurateur Bill White opened Chimayo restaurant. Where does the time go? I remember the opening well, as it was eagerly anticipated following the opening of White’s wildly successful Grappa restaurant in 1992. Personally, I was thrilled that Southwestern-style flavors - all but nonexistent here but for … [Read more...]
HOME COOKING: A Visit to Silver Star Cafe
When I reviewed Park City’s Silver Star Cafe a decade or so ago, I ended the review by saying, “Silver Star Cafe might not have the dazzle of some of Park City’s and Deer Valley’s more hoity-toity restaurants. But Silver Star has a special sizzle all its own.” Today, I still stand by that sentiment. I was referring primarily to the ambiance and decor of Silver Star when I said … [Read more...]
Two Decades of Excellence: Park City’s Wahso Turns 20
The average lifespan of a restaurant (pre-pandemic) is said to be about five years, and some estimates say as many as 90 percent of new restaurants fail within the first year. That makes Park City restaurateur Bill White’s long run all the more impressive. His flagship restaurant, Grappa, is nearly 30 years old and this year his Asian-inspired eatery, Wahso, turned 20. Add … [Read more...]
DOGGEDLY DELICIOUS—Fletcher’s Captivating Canine Pedigree
Flip over the menu at Fletcher’s in Park City and on the back you’ll find an essay that begins, “All good stories start with a dog. And they end with an amazing meal among friends. At least, that’s how this story goes.” Fletcher - for whom Fletcher’s restaurant is named - is a dog. According to owners Sue and Steve Demarest, “Fletcher wasn’t always his name.” They are … [Read more...]
Dog Days of Summer – New Menus & Dog-Friendly Dining at Hearth and Hill
For this week’s dining adventure the missus and I masked up and headed to Hearth and Hill restaurant in Park City to check out the new summer menu there. One thing I particularly like about Hearth and Hill - especially during a pandemic - is that it’s LARGE. There is plenty of space - both indoors and on the patio - for safe, socially distanced dining. Before being seated … [Read more...]
Diversified Bars and Restaurants will donate the proceeds of all gift card sales to its service staff family
100% of gift card sale proceeds will be donated to staff at No Name Saloon/The Annex, Boneyard Saloon, Wine Dive, Butcher’s Chop House & Bar PARK CITY, UTAH – In an immediate effort to support employees in the wake of the Summit County Health Department ban on dine-in service that is effective March 15, Diversified Bars and Restaurants (DBR) will donate the proceeds of all … [Read more...]
Bodacious Brunch & Lunch at Tupelo Park City
Elevated Comfort Food for Brunch or Lunch at Tupelo Park City There is no shortage of excellent restaurants in Park City. but since it opened a few years ago on Main Street, Tupelo restaurant has been one of my go-to favorites. Executive Chef/Owner Matt Harris takes food very seriously, although he avoids making it too precious. And while he favors using local, often organic, … [Read more...]
Twisted Fern: Park City’s Twisted Cuisine
Twisted Fern is a Hidden Gem Every now and then I come across a restaurant that reminds me why I love my job. Such is the case with Twisted Fern, a hidden gem in Park City - a town with more than its fair share of excellent eateries. Don’t let the location dissuade. Twisted Fern is located in Park City’s Snow Creek Shopping Center, but this is far from your average strip … [Read more...]
Find Your Next Dining Experience
Caffe Molise A stalwart of the downtown dining scene and with good reason. Chef and owner Fred Moesinger's Italian bistro has provided a solid dining destination since 1993. That longevity is testament to the cuisine and ambience that Caffe Molise serves up daily. Whether you’re after something light and simple or luxurious and rich, Molise’s rustic menu hits every spot from … [Read more...]
Bill White Farms
There is a treasure on the way to Park City, not far from Kimball Junction. Bill White Farms, situated on the old Hixon Farm site, is an experience in both sustainable agricultural and culinary excellence. Bill White is well known in these parts for his numerous restaurants in Park City. From Billy Blanco’s to Grappa, Bill has dabbled in all types of cuisine, so it seems … [Read more...]