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Weekly round-up 03/28/08

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A quiet round-up this week, with reviews from only the major publications. Ted Scheffler is off to Park City to review Fin,the Tribune go to West Valley in search of authentic Chinese food, and Stacey Krtatz of the Deseret indulges at the ever growing Maccool’s empire.

So Cupcake

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The newly opened So Cupcake on 3939 South and highland Dr. seems to be a big hit so far. I really like their website, might have to try a cake or three soon. Stuart MellingHi, I’m Stuart, nice to meet you!  I’m the founder, writer and wrangler at Gastronomic SLC; I’m also a former restaurant … Read more

Weekly round-up 02/15/08

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The first in a planned weekly round-up of all the latest restaurant reviews in Salt Lake City. This week sees five in total from The City Weekly, ASKSLC, Deseret Morning News, Salt Lake Tribune and Salt Lake Chowhounds.

Bambara wins AAA four diamond award

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Bambara restaurant has just a won the prestigious AAA four diamond award. I for one am excited to make a repeat trip to explore chef Dave Jones new menu. Stuart MellingHi, I’m Stuart, nice to meet you!  I’m the founder, writer and wrangler at Gastronomic SLC; I’m also a former restaurant critic of more than … Read more

Indochine Vietnamese Bistro

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UPDATE 2013: See here for our latest review of Indochine Vietnamese restaurant. Recently we reviewed the seemingly polarizing Indochine Vietnamese Bistro. Over in the Tribune, Vanessa Chang also covers the restaurant. Stuart MellingHi, I’m Stuart, nice to meet you!  I’m the founder, writer and wrangler at Gastronomic SLC; I’m also a former restaurant critic of … Read more

Monsoon Thai Bistro

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This sunday (January 13th) sees Monsoon Thai Bistro’s latest wine dinner, focusing on Cabernet Sauvignon. A steal at $25 for 6 courses with the wine pairing $24.95. Stuart MellingHi, I’m Stuart, nice to meet you!  I’m the founder, writer and wrangler at Gastronomic SLC; I’m also a former restaurant critic of more than five years, … Read more

Tandoor Indian Grill

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Over in the City Weekly Ted Scheffler also reviews Tandoor Indian Grill. Previously reviewed a while back here on Gastronomic SLC. Seems he wasn’t too impressed by the buffet which I haven’t tried. Stuart MellingHi, I’m Stuart, nice to meet you!  I’m the founder, writer and wrangler at Gastronomic SLC; I’m also a former restaurant … Read more

Gourmet sleuth

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While getting confused about my poblanos and pasillas today, I stumbled on Gourmet Sleuth. A great resource for ingredient info and more! Stuart MellingHi, I’m Stuart, nice to meet you!  I’m the founder, writer and wrangler at Gastronomic SLC; I’m also a former restaurant critic of more than five years, working for the Salt Lake … Read more

More mazza

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Following my recent mazza review, the tribune has more on mazza today. Stuart MellingHi, I’m Stuart, nice to meet you!  I’m the founder, writer and wrangler at Gastronomic SLC; I’m also a former restaurant critic of more than five years, working for the Salt Lake Tribune.  I’ve worked extensively with multiple local publications from Visit … Read more

Chowhound.com

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Recently I have been reading chow.com quite regularly. They have some really interesting recipe ideas. Definitely not run of the mill stuff requiring “1 can campbells condensed mushroom soup”