The very best of Utah’s Fall food events

Feast Of The Five Senses 2018 - stuffed brioche

You can pretend all you like but Summer will soon be a faded memory. Before we’re all plunged into darkness, snow and inversion we get a fleeting reprieve of fun fall weather first though – not to mention – some last great food events to enjoy this year. Here are the very best coming up, … Read more

Mother’s Day Dining 2018

Meditrina: shrimp with cheddar grits

Feel free to insert your own cliche about “treating mom to something special this year”; instead look at it as a way – you’re going to get a great meal too – so plan accordingly. Here are some of the best options around town for this years Mother’s Day. Check back soon for more as … Read more

It’s A Wrap – April 2018

Ribs at R&R BBQ

DABC licenses A relatively busy month in April’s DABC meeting with lots of businesses receiving newly minted licenses. Details as follows: Bar license Five businesses competed in April’s meeting for two available bar licenses. Las Rocas Bar (West Haven) and 16 Post Office Place (SLC) were the successful winners, the latter surrendering their Summer seasonal … Read more

Events: Current, Stanza, Avenues Proper, Meditrina, Manolis, Central 9th

Meditrina: shrimp with cheddar grits

Current Fish And Oyster This Tuesday, Domaine Riefle Wines provide the feature pours for a five course dinner at this downtown SLC seafood hotspot. The 160 year old family winery will be pared with a varied menu from Current’s chef Alan Brines. The April 17th dinner beings at 7.00 p.m. and is priced at $70. … Read more

Menu Watch – March 2018

Avenues Proper - poblano mac and cheese (Avenues Proper)

Avenues Proper – A new menu has rolled out at this Avenue’s gastropub, and wow, it doesn’t look half bad; in print or in photo. Check out the following pictures and details of the menu now available: * Roasted poblano mac & cheese – bechamel, parmesan, house frito, elbow noodles, $8 ($3 more with ham) … Read more

Menu Watch – February 2018

current fish and oyster interior

Current Fish And Oyster – Dungeness crab – the jewel of the Pacific Northwest – is finally in season. Executive chef Alan Brines is offering nightly specials with fresh-off-the-boat Dungeness crab from the coastal waters of Oregon from February 10th until the 28th (except Valentine’s Day). The kitchen’s offerings will change slightly each evening taking … Read more

Christmas and New Year dining 2017

Alamexo Cantina - plantain cakes with salsa ranchera

2018 Update: Be sure to see our latest list of festive fun here:https://www.gastronomicslc.com/2018/12/17/menu-watch-december-2018/ 2017 Looking for options this Christmas or New Years? The following are all the foodie events, specials and to go options we currently know of. Check back over the next week as we usually add a few more as restaurants finalize last … Read more

It’s a wrap – November 2017

Amy Eldredge

Salt Lake County Health Inspection AMA – One of the most popular recurring features on our Facebook page is the blow by blow account of the Salt Lake County Health inspectors, and their restaurant closures. When a restaurant is closed, the lurid inspection details are often a mix of fascinating and stomach turning. Recognizing the … Read more

Events – Meditrina, Stanza, Current, Undercurrent

Meditrina

Meditrina – Right now you’re probably all abuzz about Thanksgiving but trust me, before you know it, you’ll be scowling at anyone who dares mention turkey or pie. O.k. let’s not go too far, there’s always room for pie and pie talk. At any rate, now is a great time to schedule in a dining … Read more

Menu watch – October 2017

cy noodles house spicy dan dan noodles

Alamexo Cantina – This new comer to the 9th and 9th area is upto full speed and now open for lunch. Closed on Mondays the Cantina’s new hours are as follows: Tuesday – Saturday: 11.30 a.m. – 10 p.m. Sunday: 11.30 a.m. – 9 p.m. We’ve written about the Cantina a few times recently, the … Read more

Menu watch – August 2017

Even Stevens - PBLT for Tomato Days

Tomato Days – Wasatch Community Gardens celebration of those seasonal, red, round things is back in full swing. This year’s Tomato Days Dine-Around runs August 15th through September 15th; five restaurants will be serving up special tomato based dishes as follows: 3 Cups Caprese toast with local heirloom tomatoes, burrata spread, and balsamic reduction Les … Read more