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May 2009

Morning after post: thoughts about TRU gin

05/30/09

Morning after post: thoughts about TRU gin

I gave up gin—or did it give me up?—more than 20 years ago. For the first time since then, I'm thinking about having a martini.

Posted at 12:23 PM | Permalink | Comments: 2

Rumination

05/29/09

Rumination

American food on the table and on our minds, according to the WPA, Mark Kurlansky, John T. Edge. And me.

Posted at 03:12 PM | Permalink | Comments: 0

My advice: Don't try this at home

05/29/09

My advice: Don't try this at home

Instead, read all about how to make kouing-aman.

Posted at 09:15 AM | Permalink | Comments: 1

Pollan's back on the list

05/28/09

Pollan's back on the list

Apparently, the onslaught of outrage plus one well-connected protester put Omnivore's Dilemma back on WSU's reading list.

Posted at 03:27 PM | Permalink | Comments: 0

Pago! Pago! Pago!

05/28/09

Pago! Pago! Pago!

Another new SLC restaurant proves we're in the middle of a culinary upswing.

Posted at 09:01 AM | Permalink | Comments: 0

Food and politics, again

05/27/09

Food and politics, again

Michael Pollan's Omnivore's Dilemma was yanked from a university reading list. Some are saying the motivation to do so was rotten.

Posted at 02:20 PM | Permalink | Comments: 0

What we learned last night at Meditrina

05/27/09

What we learned last night at Meditrina

What makes food beautiful to look at? Its taste.

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Salt Lake magazine Dining Award winner Faustina's got your back

05/27/09

Salt Lake magazine Dining Award winner Faustina's got your back

In these continuing hard times, Faustina keeps coming up with affordable options. That's what I call comfort food.

Posted at 01:16 PM | Permalink | Comments: 0

Foodies lunch

05/26/09

Foodies lunch

Vienna Bistro, Gruner Veltliner and foodie talk

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Ruth's is lookin good

05/26/09

Ruth's is lookin good

Ruth's has reopened just in time for summer with new looks and new amenities.Including sliders.

Posted at 07:30 AM | Permalink | Comments: 0

Meet the Makers

05/24/09

Meet the Makers

Artisan food producers showcase their wares at Log Haven on May 28.

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The meat of the matter

05/22/09

The meat of the matter

Time to grill so shop wisely and tastefully for grass-fed beef—Whole Foods and Liberty Heights Fresh are your go-to sources.

Posted at 12:07 PM | Permalink | Comments: 0

Oops! My mistake!

05/22/09

Oops! My mistake!

Johnny Kolache's is wide open for business, and booming.

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Headed south this weekend?

05/21/09

Headed south this weekend?

Stop in at the Farmers Market at Ancestor Square in St. George.

Posted at 05:01 PM | Permalink | Comments: 0

Food and politics

05/20/09

Food and politics

Has Governor Huntsman ever met a taco he didn't like?

Posted at 07:53 PM | Permalink | Comments: 0

First peek at Pago

05/20/09

First peek at Pago

Slurping down a chilled oyster in a bath of tart mignonette, we toured the tiny new 43-seat restaurant at Ninth & Ninth—a taste of yum to come.

Posted at 07:15 PM | Permalink | Comments: 2

May is National Burger Month

05/19/09

May is National Burger Month

A full-time burger chef sends on his tips for making yours the best.

Posted at 03:48 PM | Permalink | Comments: 0

Chocolate rant

05/19/09

Chocolate rant

It's time to get serious about loving chocolate.

Posted at 10:53 AM | Permalink | Comments: 1

Full flavored summer

05/19/09

Full flavored summer

The first hot days of summer are here and the first great tastes of summer are close behind them

Posted at 08:20 AM | Permalink | Comments: 1

Congratulations, goodbye and good eating, Governor

05/18/09

Congratulations, goodbye and good eating, Governor

Utah's foodie head of state set the stage for his departure today.

Posted at 03:31 PM | Permalink | Comments: 1

Eat with your mind open: Atypical Tipica promises to be a gastronomic joy ride

05/18/09

Eat with your mind open: Atypical Tipica promises to be a gastronomic joy ride

Matt Caputo and Adam Kreisler's new Caputo project, Tipica, is Salt Lake's most idealistic restaurant yet. Good luck, guys.

Posted at 08:43 AM | Permalink | Comments: 2

Why a duck: Peking at J. Wong's

05/18/09

Why a duck: Peking at J. Wong's

You have to call ahead, but the 24-hour prep time turns out a very special duck.

Posted at 12:46 AM | Permalink | Comments: 3

What a trip: Utah's culinary tourism

05/15/09

What a trip: Utah's culinary tourism

How does this sound? Worth a plane ticket? "Come experience the culinary wonders of Utah"

Posted at 08:28 AM | Permalink | Comments: 0

"The best chef in the world" has invented a food-friendly beer

05/14/09

"The best chef in the world" has invented a food-friendly beer

Hmmm. I thought beer and food were already pretty cozy. But am I gonna argue with Ferran Adria?

Posted at 04:23 PM | Permalink | Comments: 3

Early bird brunch at Market Street

05/14/09

Early bird brunch at Market Street

Market Street diversifies some more.

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Trader Joe's, Trader Schmoe's

05/14/09

Trader Joe's, Trader Schmoe's

Once again, rumors are flyinbg about the possibility of SLC getting its own Trader Joe's. Yawn.

Posted at 10:52 AM | Permalink | Comments: 8

Free coffee. Does an offer get any simpler than that?

05/13/09

Free coffee. Does an offer get any simpler than that?

I'll answer: no. So come Monday morning, think Cucina Deli.

Posted at 03:50 PM | Permalink | Comments: 0

It seems early, but the dog days are here.

05/13/09

It seems early, but the dog days are here.

Groom your pooch and take a hike: Log Haven's Dog Days are back.

Posted at 02:01 PM | Permalink | Comments: 0

From the chef's mouth

05/13/09

From the chef's mouth

Chef Michael Showers writes to tell us what's coming up at Goldener Hirsch for spring and summer. Tip: Get out your datebook and make some reservations.

Posted at 11:03 AM | Permalink | Comments: 0

In the glass, darkly

05/12/09

In the glass, darkly

Spanish Valley Vineyards is a sprig of proof that Utah could have its own wine country. Like Napa. And Texas. (Yeah, you read it right.)

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Taking the cake

05/12/09

Taking the cake

A reunion of Utah Bakers Dozen learns all about cupcakes at Les Madeleines.

Posted at 08:43 AM | Permalink | Comments: 1

Countdown to cupcakes

05/11/09

Countdown to cupcakes

I'm looking forward to 6 pm, when I'm headed over to Les Madeleines Bakery to learn all about "exotic" cupcakes. No, NOT exotic like a dancer.

Posted at 03:54 PM | Permalink | Comments: 0

Definite date for Pago's opening

05/11/09

Definite date for Pago's opening

The new, little, local-focused restaurant we've been hearing about will open at the end of the month.

Posted at 08:29 AM | Permalink | Comments: 0

Opening soon: Foraging paid off

05/08/09

Opening soon: Foraging paid off

Cool news about a soon-to-open restaurant called Forage.

Posted at 09:16 AM | Permalink | Comments: 7

Absolutely my last word about Mother's Day

05/07/09

Absolutely my last word about Mother's Day

Yeah, if you don't have it figured out by now, you just haven't been listening! So, here's just three little words: Liberty Heights Fresh.

Posted at 02:07 PM | Permalink | Comments: 0

Should "simple" mean "boring?"

05/07/09

Should "simple" mean "boring?"

Ruminations on that news story about the crock-pot-thoner in Woods Cross, Utah.

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Delicious deal at Faustina's

05/06/09

Delicious deal at Faustina's

But it doesn't last long so make your lunch plans now.

Posted at 01:22 PM | Permalink | Comments: 0

Pairing food and flowers

05/06/09

Pairing food and flowers

Trifecta Design arranges flowers for the food pros; they'll do them for you, too.

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Maxwell's calls itself an "East Coast Eatery"

05/05/09

Maxwell's calls itself an "East Coast Eatery"

So if you're from Jersey or Philly, you know what to expect. Otherwise, read on.

Posted at 12:55 PM | Permalink | Comments: 0

Cinco de Mayo

05/05/09

Cinco de Mayo

Is it too early to talk tequila?

Posted at 10:11 AM | Permalink | Comments: 1

Ready-set-plant

05/04/09

Ready-set-plant

Wasatch Community Gardens' plant sale is this Saturday—don't miss it.

Posted at 05:34 PM | Permalink | Comments: 0

Pay attention to the walls, next time you eat out

05/04/09

Pay attention to the walls, next time you eat out

A friend's art is on the walls at Trio Cottonwood; and shouldn't food and art be enjoyed together?

Posted at 05:05 PM | Permalink | Comments: 1

Second chance for Sandbar

05/04/09

Second chance for Sandbar

The opening was chaotic, but Sandbar Mexican Grill hasn't established a reputation yet.

Posted at 12:48 PM | Permalink | Comments: 2

Oooh, and don't forget chocolate makes a great gift

05/04/09

Oooh, and don't forget chocolate makes a great gift

Everyone knows women love chocolate. Don't forget—your MOM is a woman.

Posted at 10:27 AM | Permalink | Comments: 1

Two menus with Mom in mInd

05/03/09

Two menus with Mom in mInd

Mother's Day is SUNDAY, folks. Don't panic: here are some suggestions to make you Mom's number one son. Or daughter.

Posted at 09:42 PM | Permalink | Comments: 0

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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