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Tin Angel Cafe

Wine dinners and big birthday celebrations – five of the best

January 15, 2020January 15, 2020 by Stuart Melling
Copper Onion - sauteed mushrroms with egg (Copper Onion)

Tin Angel wine dinner Join Tin Angel and Bon Vivant Wine Imports this Sartuday (January 18th) as they raise a glass to women in wine. The restaurant now snugly settled …

Read moreWine dinners and big birthday celebrations – five of the best

Free food samples, DABC news, unmissable grand openings, closures, and more

September 1, 2019September 1, 2019 by Stuart Melling
Punch Bowl Social - burger (Punch Bowl Social)

DABC News No major shocks or surprises at the August meeting, which moved along at a fairly brisk and busy pace. A few notable things to keep an eye on: …

Read moreFree food samples, DABC news, unmissable grand openings, closures, and more

New restaurants around SLC you won’t want to miss

July 16, 2019June 16, 2019 by Stuart Melling
Sheng jian header image2

Baek Ri Hyang We might be five or more years behind the curve, but Korean food is finally starting to heat up in SLC. If bibimbap and banchan are your …

Read moreNew restaurants around SLC you won’t want to miss

Liquor law loopholes, restaurant closures, award winners and much more

June 2, 2019 by Stuart Melling
Chedda Burger - coming to The Gateway with beer (Chedda Burger)

DABC news Making the headlines across the land this month was Social Axe’s return to the commission, seeking to secure a recreational beer license for their axe throwing business. You …

Read moreLiquor law loopholes, restaurant closures, award winners and much more

New restaurants in Utah – April 2019

October 20, 2019April 17, 2019 by Stuart Melling
Five Sushi Brothers maki sushi large

Level Crossing Brewing Yes, we’re starting out of alphabetical sequence this month, and yes it’s because I got some lovely photos from the recent ribbon cutting event of this new …

Read moreNew restaurants in Utah – April 2019

It’s A Wrap – February 2019

February 28, 2019 by Stuart Melling
The Rising Bun - comrade fries (Rising Bun)

DABC Licenses A brace of noteworthy items from this month’s meeting. Firstly, the popular East side Greek eatery Aristos has now been without a liquor license since February 4th, with …

Read moreIt’s A Wrap – February 2019

Events: Dine O Round, 4th West Oktoberfest, Hog And Beer

June 2, 2019September 21, 2018 by Stuart Melling
Bourbon House - deviled eggs (Bourbon House)

2018 Dine O’ Round Want to save a dining dollar? Want to check out somewhere new? Want a reason to eat out even more than you do already? You can …

Read moreEvents: Dine O Round, 4th West Oktoberfest, Hog And Beer

Events: Avenues Proper, Bambara, Meet Your Maker

August 30, 2018August 29, 2018 by Stuart Melling
Bambara - Wasatch Summer beer dinner - radish salad

Bambara Those delicious looking pictures you ask? They’re from Bambara’s first beer pairing dinner of the year, just over a month ago now. Devised and executed by the talented (sous …

Read moreEvents: Avenues Proper, Bambara, Meet Your Maker

Events: Spencer’s, SLC Food And Wine, Red Rock Brewing

September 23, 2018August 13, 2018 by Stuart Melling
Feast Of The Five Senses 2016 - passed appetizers

Spencer’s For Steaks And Chops If you’re looking for something a little different this weekend, check out this fun event this Friday evening (August 17th). Grill and chill will be …

Read moreEvents: Spencer’s, SLC Food And Wine, Red Rock Brewing

Menu watch – September 2017

September 21, 2017 by Stuart Melling
Meditrina - endless tapas Tuesdays. Credit, Facebook.

Avenues Bistro On Third – Spotted on Facebook just recently, dinner is now off the menu at this popular cafe in the Avenues. Well, unless you get there real early …

Read moreMenu watch – September 2017

Events: Stanza, Meditrina, Dine O Round, Festa Italiana, SL Mag Cocktails

September 30, 2017September 7, 2017 by Stuart Melling
Meditrina: shrimp with cheddar grits

Stanza – Stanza Italian Bistro & Wine Bar welcomes William Davis (Wilson Daniels Wines) as he presents his portfolio of paired wines with new chef Jonathan LeBlanc’s five-course tasting menu …

Read moreEvents: Stanza, Meditrina, Dine O Round, Festa Italiana, SL Mag Cocktails

Menu watch – August 2017

August 17, 2017August 17, 2017 by Stuart Melling
Even Stevens - PBLT for Tomato Days

Tomato Days – Wasatch Community Gardens celebration of those seasonal, red, round things is back in full swing. This year’s Tomato Days Dine-Around runs August 15th through September 15th; five …

Read moreMenu watch – August 2017

Events: Summer Cocktail Contest, Taste Of The Wasatch, Chefs On Parade

July 19, 2017July 19, 2017 by Stuart Melling
PCARA Cocktail Contest

Park City Cocktail Contest – Looking to beat the summer heat? Might I suggest a trip to the cooler climes of Park City and while you’re at it a refreshing …

Read moreEvents: Summer Cocktail Contest, Taste Of The Wasatch, Chefs On Parade

Taste Of The Wasatch 2017

September 23, 2018July 10, 2017 by Stuart Melling
Taste Of The Wasatch 2016 - Riverhorse On Main cuisine

Roll up your sleeves folks, or should I say, put yer eatin’ pants on; because come August 6th, Taste Of The Wasatch is back for 2017. Arguably the highlight of …

Read moreTaste Of The Wasatch 2017

Events: Taste for the space

August 10, 2018May 2, 2017 by Stuart Melling
Sample this Cafe India dish for free this Saturday

Here’s a unique event to pop into your calendar for this weekend – Taste For The Space. Held at the Shops at South Town this Saturday (May 6th), noon – …

Read moreEvents: Taste for the space

Restaurant review roundup – February 2017

February 22, 2017 by Stuart Melling

Let Utah’s bloggers and podcasters be your dining inspiration this month. In the latest review round up, dig into more than 20 pieces covering the local food and beverage scene, …

Read moreRestaurant review roundup – February 2017

Restaurant review roundup – January 2017

December 17, 2018January 13, 2017 by Stuart Melling
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, …

Read moreRestaurant review roundup – January 2017

Events: SL Mag cocktail contest, FoFS 2016, Winos For Rhinos, Riedel

April 18, 2017October 4, 2016 by Stuart Melling
scarborough fair at uncercurrent

Salt Lake Magazine Cocktail Contest – The drinks have been downed and the votes are in, now it’s time to pick a winner. And, er, drink a bit more. This …

Read moreEvents: SL Mag cocktail contest, FoFS 2016, Winos For Rhinos, Riedel

Events: Feast Of The Five Senses 2016

September 23, 2018September 6, 2016 by Stuart Melling
Feast Of The Five Senses 2015 - Liberty Heights Fresh' duck confit

Feast Of The Five Senses is an event I always look forward to in the dining calendar. Not least for an evening of great food, wine and friends – but …

Read moreEvents: Feast Of The Five Senses 2016

Events: Tomato Days, Wagner Wine Dinner

April 18, 2017August 9, 2016 by Stuart Melling
even stevens PLT

Tomato Days – If you don’t like tomatoes – I honestly know folks who don’t – turn away now. From August 15th until September 15th, prepare for a fresh-tomato onslaught …

Read moreEvents: Tomato Days, Wagner Wine Dinner

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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.
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Special seafood

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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.
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Romantic mountain dining

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.
sponsored ad

Special seafood

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

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.
sponsored ad

Romantic mountain dining

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

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.
sponsored ad

Neighborhood gem

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

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.
sponsored ad

Chic date night spot

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

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.
sponsored ad

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*
sponsored ad

Chic downtown dining

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

Upscale pub grub

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

Chef inspired cuisine

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

Fabulous lunch spot

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

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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.
sponsored ad

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.
sponsored ad

Special seafood

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

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.
sponsored ad

Romantic mountain dining

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

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.
sponsored ad

Neighborhood gem

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

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.
sponsored ad

Chic date night spot

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

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.
sponsored ad

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*
sponsored ad

Chic downtown dining

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

Upscale pub grub

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

Chef inspired cuisine

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

Fabulous lunch spot

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

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