Rabbit is on the menu in Utah

I have a cousin who once subscribed to the “uglitarian” dining philosophy. I actually thought she had made that up but a quick Google search defines the term just as she did: one who eats only ugly animals—namely pigs, chicken and fish. While in my heart I can completely get behind this philosophy because I … Read more

Guatemala Acatenango Gesha: An extraordinary coffee experience at Caffe d’bolla

A federal bank examiner who is relocating from Chicago to San Francisco stopped by Caffe d’bolla in downtown Salt Lake City, based on the recommendation of a friend in Milwaukee. A young Utah man had budgeted carefully for one of his regular visits to the shop which has become one of the nation’s most respected … Read more

Sicilia Mia, serving authentic Italian cuisine, family style

“Mama Mia” was the greeting I received when I walked through the doors at Sicilia Mia Trattoria-Pizzeria in Holladay. Although it was my first time in the restaurant, the warm welcome made me feel like a well-known regular. This family owned and operated eatery, takes the idea of , ‘when you are here, you are … Read more

The “it” liquors of Utah: Vida Tequila dominates

Cocktails and fashion have some similarities, right? We’ve long bid farewell to neon clothes, poofy 80s hair, and over-sweetened drinks. But like fashion, cocktail trends change with the times, and the refocus on quality ingredients and technique, make it an exciting time to drink in the good ol’ U.S.A. The art of the well-crafted cocktail … Read more

Irish whiskey and an interview with Tim Herlihy for St. Patrick’s Day

Tullamore D.E.W. at Piper Down

In late February, I headed to Piper Down in Salt Lake City to meet up with Irish brand ambassador, pub historian and whiskey expert Tim Herlihy from Tullamore D.E.W. His mission: visit all 50 states in the 30 days leading up to St. Patrick’s Day on an Irish pub tour to see what every state … Read more

Carlos Gaytán’s mission as Mexican culinary ambassador

The long immigration corridor from all parts of Mexico to all parts of the United States has brought some of the most gratifying results to the American restaurant industry, especially with ambitious, eager and talented chefs. No doubt, Carlos Gaytán, who spent three days last week in Salt Lake City in culinary events to raise … Read more

Celebrated Mexican chef Carlos Gaytán on tap for Artes de Mexico en Utah scholarship fundraising event

Carlos Gaytán, a pioneering Mexican chef whose Chicago restaurant has attracted global attention and praise, will come to Salt Lake City later this week to help raise scholarship money for Artes de Mexico en Utah in an event sponsored by the Consulate of Mexico in Salt Lake City. Gaytán will be preparing meals for private … Read more

Raise a glass to prohibition

Sugar House Distillery West Temple Tipperary

Despite the Chicken Little histrionics of some Utahns — I’ve always found the state a fairly fun and functional place to grab a drink. This weekend you might want to raise glass with me — because no matter your opinion on the current state of imbibing in Utah — 96 years ago, people were about … Read more

Six dishes not to miss in 2016

Wagyu tartare

I’m always on the lookout for the next “hot” dish. Be it an appetizer or dessert, an entrée or a side, nothing intrigues me more than quality ingredients put together in surprising ways. These six dishes found around the Wasatch Front will tempt your taste buds with new flavors this long, cold winter. Roasted cauliflower … Read more

Tupelo Restaurant, Park City

Tupelo honey is born during two weeks per year in which blossoms form on the Tupelo tree in the swamps in the southeastern United States. The honey is mild, with a delightful pleasantness. The same descriptors could be used for Matt Harris, owner and chef of the newly opened Tupelo restaurant at 508 Main Street in … Read more