More than four dozen new food spots around Utah to check out

Chicken Shack - wings and tenders

It’s been quite the busy few months in restaurant world. Despite my own frenzied hand waving and chicken little-esque chirps of the sky is falling – a galaxy of starry eyed restaurateurs have thrown their hats in the ring. Who will succeed, who will fail, well that’s pretty much up to you dear reader. It’s … Read more

Latest restaurant openings and closures for April

Periwinkle snails (Southwest Market)

New news Bigeye Poke & Grill – New to South Salt Lake (3144 S State St) – a second location for this poke chain that hails from California. You’ll find the inaugural location in Draper. Poke bowls start from $11.45. Actually there’s something in the water right now when it comes to poke. Read on … Read more

These Utah restaurant openings are sure to delight

Chicken satay header image

Take a deep breath, pour a double, gather your nearest and dearest – whatever you need to do to collect yourself for the full list of recent openings. Go ahead and do it now, and join me again in 15. Ready? Great, lets go… Aloha Hale ‘Aina First on our list this month is a … Read more

New restaurants in Utah – April 2019

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 South Salt Lake Brewery. And yes, its because I love all things beer. O.k. yes, I can shorten that to: yes because beer. Anyway… You’ll … Read more

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

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 held on the Trofi patio, Spencer’s in downtown SLC will be offering an all you can eat menu for just $30. The AYCE affair runs … Read more

Menu watch – June 2017

Blue Sky Ranch: High West Distillery, whiskey flight

Blind Dog Restaurant And Sushi – Park City is always a reliable destination to beat the Summer heat and if you currently have that in mind, the patio at this restaurant is now open. Enjoy seafood, sushi, steaks, wine and cocktails as the sun sets behind the Wasatch. As well as the patio opening, a … Read more

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

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 Sunday, join Salt Lake Magazine and a whos who of local mixology at Pierpoint Place as the month long Farm To Glass cocktail contest is … Read more

Events: Feast Of The Five Senses 2016

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 also as signal of the changing seasons. In my mind the Feast serves as a fond farewell to the summer season and cheery welcome to … Read more

News: Even Stevens, Chocolate Festival, BTG Wine Bar

BTG Wine Bar: Chicken live pate

Even Stevens Sandwiches – As big a fan as I am of ethical corporate policy – the foodie in me always beats (up) my inner hippie. I’d be hard pressed to recommend any restaurant, no matter how ethical, if the product wasn’t up to scratch. Thankfully Even Stevens is one such business where the good … Read more

Events: Farm To Glass, Winos For Rhinos, Provisions

BTG entry into 2015 farm to glass competition

Farm To Glass 2015 – Today is the last day to vote for your favorite tipple in the 2015 Farm To Glass competition. If you didn’t get the opportunity to sample some of the wonderful creativity on show over this past month, don’t fret, tickets are still available for the wrap up party this weekend. … Read more

Event: Feast Of The Five Senses 2015

frederik perez del mar al lago sashimu

Those paying attention will remember we told you to keep October the 18th open. If you’ve kept the evening clear (I know, I know, just DVR The Walking Dead you guys) you should consider spending the night with the good folks at Slow Food Utah, for their 11th annual Feast Of The Five Senses. The … Read more

News: New Restaurants, Oasis Cafe, Merryvale Vineyards

tosh ramen bowl

New restaurants – Quicker than you can say ‘are those shishito peppers on your menu or are you just pleased to see me’ and its all change on the Salt Lake City restaurant scene. In light of all the recent openings I thought it’d be handy to quickly run down some of the more interesting … Read more