Made In Utah – Gastronomic SLC

Do you know about this new Utah bagel business? You will soon..

June 14, 2022June 4, 2022 by Stuart Melling

I’ll preface the entirety of the following article by saying only a madman would pronounce something, “the real deal”, “legitimate”, or “the best”. This axiom is especially true to BBQ, burgers, pizza, and also, bagels. Some would proclaim these perplexingly complex discs of dough are only viable using water trundled through NYC’s network of pipes … Read more

The best turkey you’ve ever tasted – get one now

October 15, 2021October 11, 2021 by Stuart Melling

Update October 15th: Well. I did warn you to move fast. Beltex confirmed with us today that they moved their entire Thanksgiving turkey order in less than 24 hours… More are expected for Christmas and we’ll let you know… Turkey talk in October? Did I secure my own before writing this post? Is this the … Read more

Z’s – the best hot sauces in Utah

September 25, 2021 by Stuart Melling

Let me clear some space in the room before we proceed. If the merest suggestion of tabasco has you wincing, this one isn’t for you. Move along please, there’s nothing to see here. On the other hand, if your eyes widen at scovilles, your heartbeat flutters over habaneros, let me remind you that Utah is … Read more

Drink This Now: Melling’s Nitro Cream Ale

August 26, 2021August 26, 2021 by Stuart Melling

I interrupt our regular Eat Here Now programming to bring you a very special edition. Ordinarily I like to prattle on about what I’ve been eating, but this week, it’s all about what I’ve been supping. And that dear reader is one exceptionally special drink. Behold. Mister Melling’s Nitro Cream Ale. Yep, you read that … Read more

Harmons’ annual chile roast returns August 20th

August 16, 2021August 16, 2021 by Stuart Melling

One of my favorite times of the year is almost upon us. This Friday (August 20th) kicks off Harmons’ annual Hatch Chile Roast. A fierce fiesta of flavor and fire, and overly giddy alliteration too. Swing by all locations (Friday and Saturdays 11 a.m. through 6 p.m.) and you’ll undoubtedly spy an assembled crowd, not … Read more

Salsitas Mendoza – must have enchilada sauce

December 7, 2021April 25, 2021 by Stuart Melling

I’m embarrassed to say I’m new to the party when it comes to Salsitas Mendoza. Exactly how embarrassed you might ask? Well, the South Salt Lake business are approaching their tenth year in business. So very. Very embarrassed indeed. Anyway…as part of our newest segment, Made In Utah, I want to start looking at our … Read more