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Valentine’s Day 2021 in Utah

February 12, 2021February 3, 2021 by Stuart Melling
Harmons hot cocoa bombs

Every year my advice is the same: if you really want to treat that special someone in you life, skip the 14th of February. Seriously, go a week before, go …

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How might this years legislation affect what’s in your glass?

January 26, 2021January 24, 2021 by Stuart Melling
Avenues Proper beer cellar dinner in 2020

Liquor legislation looms large Trying saying that after a double. This year’s legislative session has now kicked off and will run until March 5th. On the docket, a few issues …

Read moreHow might this years legislation affect what’s in your glass?

Thanksgiving Dining in Utah 2020

November 23, 2020November 12, 2020 by Stuart Melling
Thanksgiving day dining 2016

The phrase thanksgiving in the year that is 2020 might seem like an anachronism, but here we are – tis the season. Tis the season to hurl overcooked spuds at …

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New covid rules for bars and restaurants, other food news

November 9, 2020November 9, 2020 by Stuart Melling
Caffe Molise heated patio

If you found yourself starting at your buzzing phone late last night, you no doubt tuned in for Gazza’s address to the state regarding Covus; what you might not have …

Read moreNew covid rules for bars and restaurants, other food news

Friday night food fun, unmissable deals, food news galore

August 27, 2020August 20, 2020 by Stuart Melling
HSL - fried chicken

Kafe Mamai Fundraiser Want to stretch your lockdown legs this Friday, get out and about the fresh air with some food? I’ve got the perfect event for you. This Friday …

Read moreFriday night food fun, unmissable deals, food news galore

The return of Desert Edge, new restaurants and must eat dishes

August 11, 2020August 10, 2020 by Stuart Melling
Nacho Daddy - enchilada nachos

Desert Edge returns Several readers have contacted me over the past few months to ask about the current state of this popular pub and brewery. I can now happily report …

Read moreThe return of Desert Edge, new restaurants and must eat dishes

As restaurants re-open in Utah, what can you expect from dining out?

June 17, 2020 by Stuart Melling
Whiskey Street - bacon wrapped meatload and cider

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 …

Read moreAs restaurants re-open in Utah, what can you expect from dining out?

Restaurants set to re-open, new menus, meals and deals

April 29, 2020April 29, 2020 by Stuart Melling
Homemade pastrami burger

Utah restaurants looking to re-open It was already the topic on everyone’s lips – when would Utah restaurants be able to open again? Should they even open if they could? …

Read moreRestaurants set to re-open, new menus, meals and deals

Easter dining to go, free meals for healthcare workers and more

April 9, 2020April 9, 2020 by Stuart Melling
Easter meal from Hub And Spoke

Easter options to go Ordinarily our Easter dining roundup is one of the biggest articles of the year. Brunch upon brunch of delicious celebratory meals. This year is obviously markedly …

Read moreEaster dining to go, free meals for healthcare workers and more

Family dinners, special deals, restaurants giving back and more

March 21, 2020March 21, 2020 by Stuart Melling
The Pie - buffalo ranch

New curbside updates Avenues Proper – You’ll need to head into the restaurant if you want beer to go (still available), but you can order food delivered to the curb …

Read moreFamily dinners, special deals, restaurants giving back and more

Free burgers and gift card deals galore

March 17, 2020 by Stuart Melling
BGR - reuben burger special (BGR)

As I wrote about yesterday, we’re changing things up. From here on out we’re going to be covering updates from local food and beverage businesses – that allow you to …

Read moreFree burgers and gift card deals galore

State Of The Plate 2019

December 29, 2019 by Stuart Melling
Ginger Street - pad Thai

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 …

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Reader’s choice awards 2019 – the winners

December 23, 2019December 18, 2019 by Stuart Melling
R&R BBQ - three meat plate

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 …

Read moreReader’s choice awards 2019 – the winners

Thanksgiving Dining in Utah 2019

November 12, 2020November 9, 2019 by Stuart Melling
Oasis German Pancake 1024

Who doesn’t eat turkey on Thanksgiving?The turkey duh, cos he’s always stuffed! 2020 UPDATE – looking for where to eat in 2020. Check out the 2020 edition of our Turkey …

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Beer on the patio, wine in the mountains, dining events galore

July 8, 2019July 8, 2019 by Stuart Melling
SLC Eatery - scallops (Siftey reviews)

Patio dining at Avenues Proper July’s al fresco experience at this Avenues pub features the unique concoctions of Alpine Distilling out of Park City. Seating is capped at 18 for …

Read moreBeer on the patio, wine in the mountains, dining events galore

The Roundup – June 2019 – BBQ to bakeries to burritos

June 27, 2019 by Stuart Melling
Ginger Street - pad thai

All the latest reviews, write-ups, roundups and ramblings from local writers, bloggers and more. If someone wrote about it in the past month or so…you’ll find it here in the …

Read moreThe Roundup – June 2019 – BBQ to bakeries to burritos

Summery patio pairings, Italian wine dinners and more

May 30, 2019May 30, 2019 by Stuart Melling
avenues proper

Avenues Proper Wednesday June 12th is the the first night for the 2019 edition of the Patio Dining Series of dinners; the popular Summer food and drink events held on …

Read moreSummery patio pairings, Italian wine dinners and more

It’s A Wrap April: DABC Updates, Mother’s Day

May 31, 2019May 4, 2019 by Stuart Melling

DABC Licenses Enough ink has been spilled as a result of the April DABC meeting that you’d think the apocalypse was upon us; some might say it is of course, …

Read moreIt’s A Wrap April: DABC Updates, Mother’s Day

Where to eat out this Easter Sunday in Utah 2019

April 19, 2019April 13, 2019 by Stuart Melling
Kentucky Hot Brown (Hub & Spoke Diner)

Next Sunday sees one of the bigger dining events of the year – Easter Sunday. Many restaurants up and down the Wasatch front put on grand spreads to enjoy; perfect …

Read moreWhere to eat out this Easter Sunday in Utah 2019

The Roundup – February 2019

February 18, 2019February 18, 2019 by Stuart Melling
Santo Tacos (SLC Eats)

Once more it’s time to recap the best and brightest food reviews around the state. This month there are more than two dozen write ups, reviews, recaps, musings and more …

Read moreThe Roundup – February 2019

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50+ wines by the glass

Check out our sponsor BTG Wine Bar., the best wine bar in town with a hand curated selection of boutique wines.

Loaded burgers

Looking for amazing burgers in Salt Lake? Check out our sponsor BGR for creative, bold burgers; everything is grilled to your temperature exactly.

Special seafood

For first class seafood and shellfish in Salt Lake City, check out our sponsor Current Fish And Oyster.

Stacked sandwiches

On the hunt for SLC’s best sandwich? Look no further than our sponsor Feldman’s Deli and their loaded half pound deli classics.

Delicious curries

Head to our sponsor Saffron Valley and you’ll find a vibrant menu of diverse dishes from North and South Indian.

Romantic mountain dining

Looking for the most romantic spot in Utah? Check out our sponsor Log Haven nestled in Millcreek canyon.

Authentic Japanese

It’s hard to beat authenticity and consistency. Our sponsor Kyoto has been offering traditional sushi, sashimi and entrees for more than 30 years.

Neighborhood gem

This downtown based Cafe Niche offers one of the very best neighborhood menus in town, breakfast and brunch included.

Impressive Italian

The downtown based Caffe Molise offers some of the very best Italian food in all of SLC. Check out this fine sponsor next time you’re downtown.

Chic date night spot

Head down to our sponsor Stanza and discover one of the city’s coolest spots for a night out.

A relaxing oasis

Look no further than our sponsor Oasis Cafe for a tranquil destination in the heart of Salt Lake. Open seven days a week.

Chic downtown dining

Look no further than our sponsor Whiskey Street for brilliant downtown dining like this ahi poke with cucumbers, avocado, chuka ika salad, wasabi lime aioli, and sesame wonton chips*

Chic downtown dining

Head to our sponsor White Horse for brilliant downtown dining in a classy environment

Upscale pub grub

Check out our sponsor Bourbon House fabulous pub grub with a refined and elevated twist

Brilliant breakfast

Check out our sponsor Campos Coffee - for amazing breakfast options seven days a week.

Chef inspired cuisine

Visit our sponsor SLC Eatery - for unique chef driven cuisine and a modern take on dim sum.

Fabulous lunch spot

Check out our sponsor Taqueria 27 for a great destination lunch spot seven days a week.

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50+ wines by the glass

Check out our sponsor BTG Wine Bar., the best wine bar in town with a hand curated selection of boutique wines.

Loaded burgers

Looking for amazing burgers in Salt Lake? Check out our sponsor BGR for creative, bold burgers; everything is grilled to your temperature exactly.

Special seafood

For first class seafood and shellfish in Salt Lake City, check out our sponsor Current Fish And Oyster.

Stacked sandwiches

On the hunt for SLC’s best sandwich? Look no further than our sponsor Feldman’s Deli and their loaded half pound deli classics.

Delicious curries

Head to our sponsor Saffron Valley and you’ll find a vibrant menu of diverse dishes from North and South Indian.

Romantic mountain dining

Looking for the most romantic spot in Utah? Check out our sponsor Log Haven nestled in Millcreek canyon.

Authentic Japanese

It’s hard to beat authenticity and consistency. Our sponsor Kyoto has been offering traditional sushi, sashimi and entrees for more than 30 years.

Neighborhood gem

This downtown based Cafe Niche offers one of the very best neighborhood menus in town, breakfast and brunch included.

Impressive Italian

The downtown based Caffe Molise offers some of the very best Italian food in all of SLC. Check out this fine sponsor next time you’re downtown.

Chic date night spot

Head down to our sponsor Stanza and discover one of the city’s coolest spots for a night out.

A relaxing oasis

Look no further than our sponsor Oasis Cafe for a tranquil destination in the heart of Salt Lake. Open seven days a week.

Chic downtown dining

Look no further than our sponsor Whiskey Street for brilliant downtown dining like this ahi poke with cucumbers, avocado, chuka ika salad, wasabi lime aioli, and sesame wonton chips*

Chic downtown dining

Head to our sponsor White Horse for brilliant downtown dining in a classy environment

Upscale pub grub

Check out our sponsor Bourbon House fabulous pub grub with a refined and elevated twist

Brilliant breakfast

Check out our sponsor Campos Coffee - for amazing breakfast options seven days a week.

Chef inspired cuisine

Visit our sponsor SLC Eatery - for unique chef driven cuisine and a modern take on dim sum.

Fabulous lunch spot

Check out our sponsor Taqueria 27 for a great destination lunch spot seven days a week.

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