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As I wrote about back in March, I’ve started to drip feed opening updates at a much quicker cadence years gone by. Since that last major roundup we’ve had a few smaller, more easily digestible pieces. You can see everything here. Still, sometimes you need one big roundup to rule them all. A recap of … Read more
Pull up a chair, close the blinds, pour yourself a triple. This is going to be a long one. October was the last time we corralled all the recent restaurant openings in one place, and wow, things have been piling up – 60+ shiny new businesses. Ulp. Ordinarily I intertwine these pieces with some snark … Read more
It’s the time of the year that I usually put together the yearly run down of the dining scene – you can see previous years here: 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016. The yearly State Of The Plate is a distillation of every best of list and readers choice award. This would have been the fifth installment … Read more
When I first wrote about the changing reality of the hospitality sector, even I have to admit I didn’t predict finger lickin fright to take hold; suffices to say, when the likes of the colonel are redrawing their business plans, it’s really time to start paying attention. As Covus (that’s what we call it in … Read more
No one likes to be the bearer of bad news; but bad news is what I have. Sorry. As you no doubt know, the hospitality industry is pretty much the worst affected of any industries out there right now. A report by Yelp suggests the shockwave of closures could be massive, currently running at more … Read more
Now that Father’s Day has come and gone we can get on with this year’s BBQ roundup. After all there’s no point suggesting to dad he’s doing anything wrong when he’d holding those tongs. It’s been a couple of years since our last Q roundup and I still recommend all the businesses listed there. Here … Read more
Cards on the table time. I’ve been in self imposed lockdown since roughly March 12th now, and if I’m brutally honest I’m more than happy to keep myself holed up for the time being. That mountain peak-esque infection rate graph is wayyyy too rich a gamble for my money; and that’s saying something, I’m a … Read more
As I’ve been sitting here secluded from society for week upon week, my mind has started to wander; how exactly will the chips fall when we return to normal. I hope we return to the old normal quickly and without much incident, I really do. I fear there’s a new reality awaiting us though, and … Read more
I’ve had more than a few emails ask the same thing of late – how can can I help support local businesses during the current Covid-19 outbreak? The basic advice is always the same; keep spending, keep supporting who you love. Ask yourself who you’d hate to see no longer standing when we’re through all … Read more
February. Arguably the most miserable of months. Hot on the heels of the penitence of January and months away from the luxuriantly warmer Spring and Summer. February. But wait! I’m guessing you’ve traded in all those unwanted Christmas gifts by now, returning them for cold hard cash; so what about splurging on yourself and lighting … Read more
I’ve been holding off highlighting this most recent addition to downtown SLC, as until now the business has been slowly ramping up their operating hours. This week however sees this brand new spot debuting their lunch service and finally hitting full stride; this seemed like a timely moment to go over the basics of this … Read more
2020 might be the year of the rat, but 2019 was most definitely the year of the chicken; well the year of the fried chicken (sandwich) that is. Fast food chains went to war over this trendy dish and local restaurants weren’t far behind either. If you couldn’t keep up with the frenzied frying, I … Read more
By about about now you should be coming out of that blissful, holiday-induced haze. Wall to wall calories and carefree attitude to the calendar. Well, it’s time to put down the nog and consign the decorations to that big box in the closet for another year. Before you run back under the covers and pretend … Read more
Wait. Hold up. Stop the press. You thought you were done with all the roundups, best of lists and year end wrap ups. You were wrong. So very wrong. Before we enter the next decade and all the tasty treats that’s going to deliver, here’s our annual State Of The Plate review; our yearly recap … Read more
After tabulating hundreds and hundreds of responses, and correcting oh so many spelling errors (you guys already started on the Christmas egg nog and brandies huh) the results of our very first reader’s choice awards are now in! The results are a mix of surprising, frustrating and expected. I’ll let you decide which. Lets dive … Read more
The holiday season is marked by comfort foods and familiar flavors, as many winter festivities celebrate delectable eats and encourage indulgence in celebratory sweets and treats. Whether you’re looking for a spontaneous snack or an elaborate dessert this December, the following list has you covered. Les Madeleines The extensive holiday menu at Les Madeleines includes … Read more
At 15 years, Caffe d’bolla, based in Salt Lake City, has set yet another precedent in the local coffee market, as part of its ongoing efforts to set exceptional standards in espresso principles, coffee roasting programs, and siphon brewing. The shop recently installed a new roaster, built by IMEX in Seoul, the only one of … Read more
Only twelve years in the making (but goddamnit what the hell is up with some of these popular choice selections)…I present…our very first ever readers choice awards. Your choice to finally set the record straight on the best this and that. Don’t let me down here. Lets set the record straight once and for all, … Read more
The recent rise of meat alternatives like the Impossible Burger and Beyond Meat has made it clear that more and more diners are skipping beef and opting for meat-free burgers. But not all veggie burgers are created equal— often, they lack flavor and texture and disintegrate as soon as you pick them up. This is … Read more
Regardless of where your opinion lies surrounding the acrimony and controversy of Utah’s impending beer law update – one fact is true above all others – 5% ABV beers will be hitting shelves and taps around Utah in barely a few week’s time. 4% brews will start to disappear one by one – thought not … Read more