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Blue Marlin – two chefs eager to shake up the downtown dining scene

March 6, 2020January 7, 2020 by Stuart Melling
Blue Marlin header

Update March 5th 2020: we’ve just heard news from a variety of sources that both Jake Wardle and Jerry Pacheco have left Blue Marlin. Our original preview and assessment of …

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Restaurant review roundup – November 2016

November 4, 2016 by Stuart Melling

Just in time for the weekend, the roundup has you covered for some dining inspiration. Here’s 20 opf the best from local writers, bloggers and pod casters over the last …

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Naked Fish No More

March 22, 2019October 26, 2016 by Stuart Melling
naked fish japanese bistro uni nigiri on sushi bar counter

Nearly ten years may have passed, but I still recall every vivid detail from one of the most enjoyable meals of my life. Operated under the watch of the now …

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News: Even Stevens, Faces Of Food, Kyoto, Stanza, Honeybee Festival

May 25, 2016May 23, 2016 by Stuart Melling
Sunny Tsogbadrakh Naked Fish

Even Stevens Sandwiches – It gives me great pleasure to make note of the story on the ES blog today. The past few days saw the business smash through the …

Read moreNews: Even Stevens, Faces Of Food, Kyoto, Stanza, Honeybee Festival

Showcase: Naked Fish Japanese Bistro

April 28, 2016 by Stuart Melling
naked fish japanese egg yolk confit

For those of you that don’t follow us on Instagram – here’s a quick reminder – you should. The following is a recap of our most recent restaurant showcase, in …

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Restaurant Review Roundup – April 2016

April 1, 2016 by Stuart Melling
maki sushi roll at shabu shabu

Got plans for the weekend yet? If dining out happens to be on your horizon, check out the following 35+ restaurant reviews from local bloggers. Featured above, maki sushi from …

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Restaurant Review Roundup – January 2016

May 12, 2017January 22, 2016 by Stuart Melling
tuna tartare bistro 222 slceats

Got plans for the weekend yet? You do now. Check out this months restaurant review roundup, a compilation of the output from various independent bloggers and podcasters across the state. …

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Best of 2015 as decided by, you…

October 13, 2016December 20, 2015 by Stuart Melling
Naked Fish Sashimi selection during 2015 omakase

Tired of those boring end of year lists written by folks who couldn’t tell a blini from a bellini? If so, might we tempt you a list created by, well …

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Restaurant Review Roundup – June 2015

September 30, 2017June 29, 2015 by Stuart Melling
Kyoto: Broiled squid with soy sauce and ginger

A quiet month in restaurant reviews for sure. Given that Utah is now a twin city with the surface of the sun, I can only imagine everyone is holed up …

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Restaurant Review Roundup – May 2015

August 15, 2016May 11, 2015 by Stuart Melling
eatbyu alamexo

Rather than trying to tackle that Monday morning pile of work on your desk, why not do something eminently more enjoyable. One option – plot your dining exploits for the …

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Best SLC dining 2013

October 5, 2020January 11, 2014 by Stuart Melling
r and r bbq three meat plate best slc dining 2013

Run for the hills. No its not the zombie apocalypse we’ve all been prepping for – it’s worse, it’s awards season time. A deadly cross bow aim and Southern drawl …

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FNP, Oasis Cafe, Ichiban and Naked Fish

November 3, 2016February 7, 2013 by Stuart Melling

Sugarhouse welcomes Flatbread Neapolitan Pizzeria The revamp of Sugarhouse continues, recently welcoming Idaho’s Flatbread Neapolitan Pizzeria. The January 29th opening represents Flatbread Neapolitan Pizzeria’s fifth restaurant in total, all serving …

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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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