Thanksgiving Dining in Utah 2020

Thanksgiving day dining 2016

2021 UPDATE – looking for where to eat in 2021. Check out the 2021 edition of our Turkey day roundup here. 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 anyone who rolls out … Read more

Christmas Day, New Years Eve and more menu updates aplenty

Whiskey Street - bacon wrapped meatload and cider

Buckle up, this one’s a super sized edition of our monthly menu watch; a blow by blow breakdown of what’s new and special on menus around town. First up, lets start with the seasonal specials headed your way. Here are all the Christmas Day and NYE specials we’re currently aware of (notes provided by restaurants). … Read more

Thanksgiving Dining in Utah 2019

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Who doesn’t eat turkey on Thanksgiving?The turkey duh, cos he’s always stuffed! 2021 UPDATE – looking for where to eat in 2021. Check out the 2021 edition of our Turkey day roundup here. That ones free, you’re welcome. If you decide to cook the big dinner at home this year though – you’re gonna need … Read more

Menu watch – December 2018

There’s not a huge amount to report in our final menu watch article of the year. For restaurants, it’s the time of year they make the big bucks from group and holiday bookings; not really the time to update a whole menu.  That said, there’s plenty of festive fun to be had across the three … Read more

Thanksgiving Dining 2018

Thanksgiving day dining 2016

Update: Thanksgiving 2019 For 2019 dining options see this post here. Original 2018 post Turkey day is almost upon us once again. As ever, if the thought of cooking up a storm in the kitchen sends shivers down your spine – we’ve got the perfect solution – have someone else do the hard work. The … 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

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

Restaurant review roundup – January 2017

Balsamic braised short ribs with tarragon demi-sauce from SLC eats review of Deseret Edge Pub

We took a month off from the roundup in December, because lets face it, you’re wallowing in a vat of egg nog and gravy. Or was that just me. Anyway, in with the new and back to what’s hot and not on the SLC restaurant scene. So without further ado, and just in time for … Read more

Valentines’ Day 2016 dining

alamexo tableside guacamole

Alamexo For El Dia del Amor y la Amistad, chef Matt Lake and his culinary team will be cooking up a number of dinner specials in addition to the normal menu: * Especial de la Cocina – Filet de Res con Ricado Negro: Filet mignon seasoned with black chile paste, served with handkerchief tamale, jalapeño … Read more

News: New menus at Even Stevens, Bistro 222, Eating Establishment

Even Stevens breakfast sandwich with brava tots

Even Stevens Sandwiches * – Looking for something a tad more elevated to start the daily grind with? Might we suggest the recently revamped breakfast menu from the fine team at Even Stevens then. The new breakfast menu offers a genuine alternative to the stodgy and sad drive thru options you might ordinarily fall back … Read more

Thanksgiving Day Dining Options 2014 In SLC

r and r bbq smoked turkey

It’s that time of the year. The turkey won’t cook itself (I think there’s an app coming out next year though) and your family won’t rest until they’re stuffed to the gills. Increasingly restaurant’s are looking to take the load off of the overwhelmed home cook though. Here are a few Thanksgiving day dining options … Read more

News: Red Rock, Mountain Specials, Mandarin, Eva’s Bakery

red rock brewing frohlich pils

Red Rock Brewing – As their 20th anniversary looms, Red Rock Brewing Company has introduced a new brew to their already tasty lineup – Fröhlich Pils – a crisp and clean concoction using only the finest Pilsner malts, German noble hops and lager yeast. Fröhlich Pils is now available at all Red Rock Brewing pubs … Read more