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Foodie events starting back up, menu updates, news around town

September 11, 2020September 11, 2020 by Stuart Melling
Carson Kitchen - steak with mac n cheese

Set to celebrate their 16th annual Feast Of The Five Senses – Slow Food Utah’s 2020 event is being offered in a whole new C19-safe way. This year, 10 local …

Read moreFoodie events starting back up, menu updates, news around town

Valentine’s Day 2020 dining specials and upcoming events

February 11, 2020February 4, 2020 by Stuart Melling
Log Haven - chipotle honey galzed salmon

One of the busiest dining days of the year is almost upon us, and if you want to celebrate it with that special someone, you better act fast. You can …

Read moreValentine’s Day 2020 dining specials and upcoming events

Food and drink events to check out now – five of the best

October 18, 2019 by Stuart Melling
Cupbop - ugly bop bowl

Boo!Stillery Tonight’s the night (Friday October 18th) for Slug Mag’s Boo!stillery festival. This brand new event is a halloween-themed spin on SLUG Mag’s regular Brewstillery festival. Attendees can sample a …

Read moreFood and drink events to check out now – five of the best

Celebrate local and celebrate the season at these four fun events

September 25, 2019 by Stuart Melling
SLC Eatery (SLC Eats)

Celebrate The Bounty A final list of food and distillery pairings is now in for this years Celebrate The Bounty, the yearly bash that puts the spotlight on all things …

Read moreCelebrate local and celebrate the season at these four fun events

The very best of Utah’s Fall food events

September 4, 2019September 3, 2019 by Stuart Melling
Feast Of The Five Senses 2018 - stuffed brioche

You can pretend all you like but Summer will soon be a faded memory. Before we’re all plunged into darkness, snow and inversion we get a fleeting reprieve of fun …

Read moreThe very best of Utah’s Fall food events

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

Events: Stanza, Celebrate The Bounty

September 5, 2018 by Stuart Melling
Caffe Molise - inside the new Eagle building

Stanza We highlight a lot of wine dinners through the year, but this upcoming special from Stanza promises to be something very special indeed. The restaurant will be featuring seven …

Read moreEvents: Stanza, Celebrate The Bounty

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

It’s A Wrap – March 2018

April 6, 2018April 1, 2018 by Stuart Melling
Vida Tequila 2018 bottling

Vida Tequila New for 2018 and this Salt Lake City based tequila brand – contemporary new bottling that wouldn’t look out of place in an art galley; or maybe just …

Read moreIt’s A Wrap – March 2018

Christmas Tipples 2017

December 18, 2017 by Stuart Melling
Waterpocket Distillery 2017 lineup

Spirited Inspiration – What a difference the last five years has made. If you’re stocking the liquor cabinet this year, you could happily do so with entirely Utah based products …

Read moreChristmas Tipples 2017

Menu watch – November 2017

November 21, 2017 by Stuart Melling
Log Haven - anatto brined Duroc loin chop

A relatively short menu watch this month, after all, everyone is gearing up for Turkey day. Speaking of which, if you’re not dining out on the big day, here are …

Read moreMenu watch – November 2017

Drink news: Proper Brewing Co, Vida Tequila, Annex

September 8, 2016 by Stuart Melling
vida-tequila-voyeur-motel

Proper Brewing Co: – Proper’s recently expanded brewery operations are now starting to generate a buzz of activity – with three new brews coming online this month. Firstly, Proper Brewing …

Read moreDrink news: Proper Brewing Co, Vida Tequila, Annex

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

Memorial Day Drinks

May 27, 2016 by Stuart Melling
rubys gay hard cider

Vine Lore – In need of some beverage inspiration for the long Memorial Day weekend? Here’s a quick roundup of libation news, info and suggestions from those in the know …

Read moreMemorial Day Drinks

Festive Drinks 2015

October 6, 2018December 7, 2015 by Stuart Melling
Vanilla Ginger Snaps - Mary Beth Bates

Continuing on from their Uncommon Cocktail series, Vida Tequila have something special in mind for your cocktail glasses this holiday season. You’ll be able to kick proceedings up a notch …

Read moreFestive Drinks 2015

Drink News: Vida Tequila, Crowler, Ruth Lewandowski

November 12, 2017November 11, 2015 by Stuart Melling
Vida New Fashioned cocktail by Cherie Bartleson

Vida Tequila * – Inspiration is like finding free street parking in downtown SLC on your first pass: elusive and fleeting. When it comes to wanting to pour a glass …

Read moreDrink News: Vida Tequila, Crowler, Ruth Lewandowski

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

Events: Willamette Valley Vineyards, Grand America, Winos For Rhinos, Celebrate The Bounty

August 21, 2019September 19, 2014 by Stuart Melling
cucina and willamette valley logos

Join Cucina Deli on Sunday October 5th, 6 p.m. as they celebrate not only fall but the wines of Willamette Valley Vineyards. This very special fall wine dinner crafted by …

Read moreEvents: Willamette Valley Vineyards, Grand America, Winos For Rhinos, Celebrate The Bounty

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.
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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

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

  • Vuture Food and Kiitos BrewingLA based Vuture hits SLC and Kiitos while RoHa re-opens
  • Periwinkle snails (Southwest Market)Latest restaurant openings and closures for April
  • Francks - fried chickenUpcoming food and drink events for your calendar
  • Beer (freepik)Growlers and beer to go might be a thing of the past in Utah
  • BLOX Dessert BarsOpenings, closures and coming soon – restaurant updates
  • Demand for dining surging – can restaurants keep up?
  • Dented Brick Distillery (DBD)All the discounts you can grab at the liquor store this month

Eat here now

  • Chinese Taste - spicy boiled fishEat Here Now – Chinese Taste
  • Shahrazad Market - duo of samplersEat Here Now – Shahrazad Market

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

Features

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  • Beyond burger with runny eggState Of The Plate 2020
  • Maven Oak Creative header imageThe changing face of the industry
  • Punch Bowl Social - knock off burgerCovid closures, a running tally of the impact on the SLC food scene
  • BBQ plate with home made corn breadGet ready for the grill – Summer Q essentials

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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