Utah Bites
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Matchstick Fries
Matchstick fries are simpler to make than standard French fries because you don’t need to soak the cut spuds in water, nor cook them twice. Just cut the potatoes into…
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Kiitos Northeast Pale Ale
One unique aspect of Kiitos Brewing is their HEBS system. HEBS is the acronym for High Efficiency Brewing System, and it’s one of only a few found in the United…
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Glamp Out: Glamping at Conestoga Ranch
As much as I love pitching a tent and sleeping on the hard ground, I’ve been spoiled by glamping – glamour camping. That’s what my wife, Faith, and I enjoyed…
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Maryland-style Steamed Blue Crabs
With Labor Day weekend lurking, I’m thinking about one of my favorite summertime foods: steamed blue crabs. There’s nothing quite like enjoying fresh blue crabs from the Chesapeake Bay when…
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Château Moulin de Canhaut Cru Bourgeois
When I’m in the mood for Bordeaux – which is often – I frequently turn to the value-priced Cru Bourgeois wines from Bordeaux.
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State of the Union: Southwestern Sizzle at Tortilla Union
Tortilla Union is a snazzy place indeed. It’s very upscale in decor and ambiance, although not in price
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Scheff’s Table: Heirloom Caprese Salad
I love the time of summer when our heirloom tomatoes from the garden are ripe enough to eat. Because that means enjoying heirloom Caprese salads! Italy’s Caprese salad – named…
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Wasatch Blueberry Hefeweizen
There’s a local brew that I’m really enjoying this summer. It’s not one of those fancy high point beers, the grooviest new IPA, a sour beer sensation, or even the…
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Scheff’s Table: Cacio e Pepe
Cacio e pepe is an extremely simple, rustic dish with very few ingredients, but one that is hard to get right. Pepe in Italian means “pepper,” and cacio is a…
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Sassy Sunday, Viva La DIVA Brunch @The Marriott
Viva La DIVA is said to be Salt Lake City’s “first and only professional celebrity and female impersonation show.” Well, more about that later. But first, a bit of brunch…
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Grilled Flat Iron Steak
Flat iron steak is a cut of beef that is very tender, nicely marbled, and is great for grilling. It’s especially good with a simple marinade made with olive oil,…
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Solitude Mountain Aviation Cocktail
My favorite cocktail called Aviation. It’s a pretty, purplish-hued drink made with Beehive Jack Rabbit Gin, Luxardo Maraschino liqueur, Crème de Violette liqueur (the secret weapon), fresh squeezed lemon juice,…
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Margherita & More @ MidiCi: An Oasis of Great Taste at The Gateway
MidiCi is the type of place you’ll want to linger, although service is quite rapid – pizzas cook in as little as 90 seconds.
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Pasta with Basil Pesto Recipe
With fresh basil growing like crazy in our garden this summer, it’s hard to find ways to use it all. But here’s a really tasty (and easy) way to make…