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State Of The Plate 2020

December 30, 2020December 30, 2020 by Stuart Melling
Beyond burger with runny egg

It’s the time of the year that I usually put together the yearly run down of the dining scene – you can see previous years here: 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016. …

Read moreState Of The Plate 2020

SLC Eatery celebrates backstory, Alamexo closes, all the latest news

October 5, 2020 by Stuart Melling

SLC Eatery celebrates Fresco For those long enough in the tooth, you might recall one of SLC’s finest dining gems – Fresco. Fresco ultimately became the home for Trestle Tavern, …

Read moreSLC Eatery celebrates backstory, Alamexo closes, all the latest news

Essential Salt Lake City restaurants to check out in 2020

January 6, 2020January 5, 2020 by Stuart Melling
SkinnyFATS at The Gateway

By about about now you should be coming out of that blissful, holiday-induced haze. Wall to wall calories and carefree attitude to the calendar. Well, it’s time to put down …

Read moreEssential Salt Lake City restaurants to check out in 2020

DABC News, seismic burger news, seasonal Mexican meals and more

August 11, 2019August 1, 2019 by Stuart Melling
Saffron Valley - biryani (Saffron Valley)

A fairly quiet meeting over at the DABC for July. Highlights include licenses for the new Mazza in Sandy and our friends over at Saffron Valley and their new Riverton …

Read moreDABC News, seismic burger news, seasonal Mexican meals and more

It’s A Wrap – March 2019

April 1, 2019March 31, 2019 by Stuart Melling
The Angry Korean - philly cheesesteak with bulgogi

DABC Licenses Causing more than a few column inches this month was the failure of Heart and Soul Karaoke to secure an On-Premise Beer Only license (aka recreational license). A …

Read moreIt’s A Wrap – March 2019

Essential Salt Lake City restaurants to check out in 2019

July 18, 2019January 15, 2019 by Stuart Melling
Feldmans Deli hi res header

I’m not one to sugar coat things, so I’m going to give you it straight right now. Take a last glance at that list of NY resolutions and throw it …

Read moreEssential Salt Lake City restaurants to check out in 2019

Menu Watch – January 2018

February 7, 2020January 14, 2018 by Stuart Melling
BGR Sugar House - mushroom Swiss. Credit, BGR

BGR Sugar House – Fair warning this one will probably get a little messy, but hey, want a free burger? Head down to BGR Sugar House on Tuesday January 16th …

Read moreMenu Watch – January 2018

Events: Spencer’s, Stanza, Alamexo Cantina

January 3, 2018 by Stuart Melling
Alamexo: puerco tacos

Spencer’s – Start the year right this Saturday night (January 6th) and join chef Sebastian Lowrey at SLC’s top steakhouse for a fun beer pairing dinner. Lowrey has created a …

Read moreEvents: Spencer’s, Stanza, Alamexo Cantina

Events: BTG, Alamexo, Porch, Chocolate Festival

October 25, 2017 by Stuart Melling
Alamexo Cantina - mollete special for Day of the Dead 2017

Alamexo – Celebrate Dia de los Muertos – aka Day of the Dead – on November 1st and 2nd at either Alamexo restaurant. Owner and head chef Matt Lake says …

Read moreEvents: BTG, Alamexo, Porch, Chocolate Festival

New restaurants – October 2017

October 6, 2018October 16, 2017 by Stuart Melling
Alamexo - chorizo and potato flautas

Alamexo Cantina – Now open in the 9th and 9th area and by all counts, doing great business, and for good reason. Alamexo Cantina aims to be the more casual …

Read moreNew restaurants – October 2017

It’s a wrap – August 2017

September 1, 2017 by Stuart Melling
Cantina De Alamexo - pork and duck meatballs

Park City Cocktail Contest – Votes have been tallied, and drink enthusiasts have carefully chosen Bonnie Ulmer as the winner of this year’s Park City Area Restaurant Association (PCARA) Summer …

Read moreIt’s a wrap – August 2017

Ask The Chef: Matt Lake of Alamexo

September 1, 2017June 6, 2017 by Stuart Melling
Chef Matt Lake of Alamexo at 2016 chile class

In a new feature to the site, I will be sitting down with chefs from across Utah and through a mix of charm, persuasion and outright bribery – wrangling out …

Read moreAsk The Chef: Matt Lake of Alamexo

New restaurants – February 2017

October 6, 2018March 10, 2017 by Stuart Melling
cantina de alamexo chorizo flautas

Cantina De Alamexo – This new restaurant from Alamexo chef and owner Matt Lake isn’t quite ready for prime time just quite yet, but I couldn’t resist sharing a glimpse …

Read moreNew restaurants – February 2017

Tales from the DABC – January 2017

September 1, 2017February 6, 2017 by Stuart Melling
HSL - another cocktail, because why not

Ever wondered what happens at those notorious DABC meetings? Well, if you didn’t know, they’re recorded and available online to listen to in full. And they can make for some …

Read moreTales from the DABC – January 2017

Events: Alamexo, Caputo’s Chocolate Festival

November 14, 2016 by Stuart Melling

“There is such a mystique and so much misinformation about chiles,” says chef/owner of Alamexo Matt Lake. “I’m always asked about how to shop for them, how to prepare them …

Read moreEvents: Alamexo, Caputo’s Chocolate Festival

Events: Manoli’s, Bambara, Salt Lake Greek Festival 2016, Alamexo

August 31, 2016 by Stuart Melling
up in smoke cocktail at alamexo

Manoli’s – Tomorrow night at 7.30 p.m. Manoli’s is teaming up with sommelier and owner of Bottleneck Wine And Spirits – Scott Cunningham. Price is $100 for a six course …

Read moreEvents: Manoli’s, Bambara, Salt Lake Greek Festival 2016, Alamexo

Menu watch July 2016

November 11, 2016July 29, 2016 by Stuart Melling
Alamexo: puerco tacos

Alamexo – As we mentioned last week, taco Thursdays are now in full swing at chef Matt Lake’s refined Mexican restaurant. And what’s more they’re all a dollar, yep, a …

Read moreMenu watch July 2016

Events: Avenues Proper, Sample Sugar House, IWFS, Alamexo

August 31, 2016April 27, 2016 by Stuart Melling
proper brewing gose style beer

Avenues Proper – Hot on the heels of the recently opened Proper Pub, Proper Brewing Co and Proper Burger businesses, the place that started it all – Avenues Proper – …

Read moreEvents: Avenues Proper, Sample Sugar House, IWFS, Alamexo

Dining out: Alamexo

March 26, 2016 by Stuart Melling
alamexo margarita with hibiscus

When I

Events: Ruth Lewandowksi Wines, Meditrina, Alamexo

October 16, 2014 by Stuart Melling
alamexo side table setting

Meditrina – Winemaker Rick Longoria of Longoria Winery joins small-plates specialist Meditrina for an evening of four courses and four beautiful wines on Thursday, October 30 at 7:00 PM. The …

Read moreEvents: Ruth Lewandowksi Wines, Meditrina, Alamexo

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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