Dining out: Caffe Niche

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Never content to rest on their laurels, The LaSalle Restaurant Group (Oasis, Faustina, Current, Kyoto etc.) continues to evolve at a fair ol’ clip. Caffe Niche, a long time locals favorite, is the latest restaurant in the group to see something of a face lift. Original chef and owner Ethan Lappe has now moved on … Read more

Mother’s Day Dining SLC 2015

This May 10th treat mom to something special, as a number of SLC’s finest put on some fabulous spreads. Here’s a roundup of a few notable options that recently hit our desk: Bambara * – Executive Chef Nathan Powers celebrates Utah moms at Bambara with a gourmet Mother’s Day brunch buffet on Sunday, May 10, … Read more

Easter Brunch Dining In SLC 2015

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Looking for somewhere special to celebrate this Easter? We’ve cobbled together a quick guide to who, what and where you might what to consider brunch this April 5th. It goes without saying, reservations are highly recommended. SLC and valley Bambara* Buffet 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. $46 adults, $20 for children 5-12, children under 5 … Read more

Valentine Dining Salt Lake City 2015

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Much like half price sushi (also see: discount parachutes) – I’d normally advise you to run away as fast as you can from a restaurant on Valentines Day. As one of the busiest days in a restaurant’s calendar, it’s unsurprising that both kitchen and service staff can be stretched thin – at times making for … Read more

Christmas and New Years dining 2014

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Looking for some inspiration on where to dine this festive season? Check out some of the restaurants open for Christmas and New Years 2014: Christmas Eve Bambara * – will be ringing in the holidays this year with style. Executive chef Nathan Powers’ new winter menus will be the stars, along with decadent dinner specials … Read more

News: Thanksgiving last minute notes

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Vine Lore * – Choosing a wine for your Thanksgiving dinner can be tricky. The many flavors, turkey and stuffing, cranberry sauce and pumpkin pie make pairing this meal with the perfect wine seem almost impossible. Local experts in the wine biz, Vine Lore, provided us with the following handy guide to picking the right … Read more

Shades Of Pale, Food And Wine Classic, Caffe Niche

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This week, Shades of Pale Brewing Co announced their imminent move from Park City to South Salt Lake, at least for the time being anyway. The full news release explains in detail: The site, approx 13,000 sq feet, is located at the corner of S. West Temple and Utopia just a block south of 2100 … Read more

Caffe Niche, Franck’s, Food And Wine Classic, High West

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Caffe Niche Brunch Caffé Niche is now open for brunch on Saturdays. Starting at 9 a.m., dining will be extended by an hour on both days until 3 p.m. A new roster of handcrafted cocktails, wine and beer selections round out the dining experience. Recently awarded “Salt Lake’s Best Breakfast/Brunch” by Salt Lake magazine, Lappe’s … Read more