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March 2009

Shout out to Charley's

03/31/09

Shout out to Charley's

This franchisee takes his business personally; he's donating ten grand to the National Kidney Foundation today.

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Caputo's is now officially world-famous.

03/31/09

Caputo's is now officially world-famous.

Caputo's wins "Best Specialty Food Retailer" from NASFT.

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A toast to Governor Huntsman

03/30/09

A toast to Governor Huntsman

The signing of Senate Bill 187 was a strangely sober occasion.

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Printemps is just around the corner

03/30/09

Printemps is just around the corner

Park City's Bistro 412 gave us a tiny taste last week.

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Sneak peek at Eva

03/27/09

Sneak peek at Eva

Not quite ready for her close-up when we visited, this new munchies spot was still intriguing. We'll be back.

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Sweet sensations at Mandarin

03/25/09

Sweet sensations at Mandarin

New "just a bite" dessert menu lets you say yes to the sweet endings.

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Make plans—here comes Peter Cottontail

03/25/09

Make plans—here comes Peter Cottontail

Blue Boar's is the first Easter menu I've received...

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And now, a word about beer

03/24/09

And now, a word about beer

Late news from Squatters and advance warning about "Beer War"

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Please ignore this billboard

03/24/09

Please ignore this billboard

Or at least edit it, because it misses most of the point.

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Easter Bread, one of my favorite traditions

03/24/09

Easter Bread, one of my favorite traditions

Easter is almost upon us, which means, thanks to the growing Greek and Balkan population here in Utah, a chance for you to experience Easter Bread.

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Wine Wednesdays at The Wild Grape

03/23/09

Wine Wednesdays at The Wild Grape

The hump-day relief society continues to meet at The Wild Grape. This week it's Domaine de l"Hortus.

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At your service

03/20/09

At your service

The honorable occupation of waiting tables deserves more respect.

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Charge your chicken

03/20/09

Charge your chicken

Good economic news from Mama's Plantation Restaurant.

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Hail to the chef

03/18/09

Hail to the chef

New chef Nathan Powers brings a fresh sensibility to Bambara in Hotel Monaco and it's rockin' the house.

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The chef at Spark is Lauro Romero

03/18/09

The chef at Spark is Lauro Romero

I mistakenly wrote "Laura" in my blog entry about this new restaurant. You want to get it right because you'll be hearing it often.

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Belgian waffles open on West

03/18/09

Belgian waffles open on West

OK, no more waffle puns. We've worked it to death and besides, the waffles at Bruges are so good it's not funny.

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Beer: the common denominator

03/17/09

Beer: the common denominator

It's St. Paddy's Day, and that means beer to most of us. Head for beervana.

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Chocolat: my new friend

03/17/09

Chocolat: my new friend

I'm happy to introduce you to my new friend, Ruth Kendrick, who makes some of the best and most beautiful chocolates ever in her own private chocolate factory.

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03/16/09

Springtime in St. George

The Painted Pony is rarin' to start the season.

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Rumination on food and family: Matt Martinez, Jr., R.I.P.

03/16/09

Rumination on food and family: Matt Martinez, Jr., R.I.P.

This weekend, a Dallas restaurateur died, and we lost a part of the family. This is why food is important.

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A Delightful Dinner

03/16/09

A Delightful Dinner

Bee's Knees style and beauty blogger Mary Pugh attended a private vitner's dinner in Park City over the weekend. The event was a fund-raiser for the National Ability Center and part of its annual Red, White and Snow event. This is her story.

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Red, White & Snow

03/13/09

Red, White & Snow

An extraordinary wine tasting for an extraordinary cause—Tatou hosts the event kick-off.

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Meet my friend Barb

03/13/09

Meet my friend Barb

And take 3 minutes to pick up a new kitchen technique from a pro.

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Meet and greet Utah meat producers and learn the latest on budget cuts

03/12/09

Meet and greet Utah meat producers and learn the latest on budget cuts

Free cooking demos and tastings from Utah beef, lamb pork and poultry producers next week could help lower your grocery bill and liven up your dinner plate.

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The Blue Boar goes shamrock green for a day

03/11/09

The Blue Boar goes shamrock green for a day

St. Patrick's Day is not normally considered a food-centric holiday, but the Blue Boar is making it one.

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Got my goat

03/11/09

Got my goat

Salt Lake foodies gather for a goat feast. Who knew there were so many ways to cook a kid?

Posted at 11:20 AM | Permalink | Comments: 3

Salt Lake Newcomers

03/10/09

Salt Lake Newcomers

A number of new restaurants are set to open, says word on the street.

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Think big. Think cheese

03/09/09

Think big. Think cheese

Cache Valley Cheese is giving you the chance to become the next American (Cheese) Idol. Here's how...

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Food and politics

03/06/09

Food and politics

They used to be separate subjects, but no more.

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Honey of a deal at Caputo's

03/06/09

Honey of a deal at Caputo's

Local honey gets you a bonus at Caputo's this Saturday.

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Sun and Moon, music and shiraz

03/06/09

Sun and Moon, music and shiraz

Wine-tasting and blues up Emigration

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Be Happy Hour at the Oyster Bar

03/06/09

Be Happy Hour at the Oyster Bar

Sunshine in a glass at the tail end of winter.

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350 Main in Spain

03/05/09

350 Main in Spain

Michael LeClerc's Spanish wine dinner on Monday night was, well, epic.

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Provo's new hot spot is way cool, but a little dry for me.

03/03/09

Provo's new hot spot is way cool, but a little dry for me.

Spark serves beautiful food, but the wine list is, well, lacking.

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Chocolate and chemistry, learn all about it

03/02/09

Chocolate and chemistry, learn all about it

It may not make your mouth water, but this is a picture of chocolate. Actually, of theobromine, food of the gods, the thing that makes you love chocolate. The ACS wants to tell you more.

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Guaranteed: you'll be belly happy on Sunday, March 29

03/02/09

Guaranteed: you'll be belly happy on Sunday, March 29

Mazza and Utah's bellydancers join forces for a real belly-fest.

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Left Fork sells the pie, not the pan

03/02/09

Left Fork sells the pie, not the pan

So please return the pie plate, okay?

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About This Blog

A lack of serious ambition, a love of cooking and a degree in Latin naturally led to a career in food writing for Mary Brown Malouf.

Her 25 years of experience has included stints as executive editor of D magazine in Dallas, Texas; executive editor at wine.com in Napa, California; and restaurant critic for The Salt Lake Tribune.

Now, she’s the dining editor for Salt Lake magazine, where she writes about the food scene in Salt Lake City and beyond. Check in regularly for the latest restaurant news, great products from local purveyors, and conversation about all things gustatory.

If you have news, tips or other information about the dining scene you'd like to share, email Mary.

 

 

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