So I saw this article a few hours ago on ABC4.com:
SALT LAKE CITY (ABC 4 News) – Utahns might eventually be able to buy hard liquor and wine in grocery stores, that if a new consultant’s recommendation is adopted. The idea has made it into a new business plan being proposed for the Utah Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control. The 80-page report was months in the making, and prepared by outside consultants with a…

It seems like overnight we’ve gone from Fall to Winter! The Wasatch Range is getting blanketed with a little more snow every day and I am starting to smell the wonderful aroma of ski wax mixed with chimney smoke. This winter is gonna kick ass, I can feel it! I’m already drooling with anticipation. 3 foot blue bird days with face shots a-plenty, pitchers overflowing with pale ale, overwhelming loads of nachos shared with your…

Surprisingly, Salt Lake has a good variety of local spirits to choose from that would make great gifts for Christmas this year.
To start, there’s the new Epic Beer that comes in generous 22 ounce bottles.  They have a variety of beers to choose from with well designed labels and full bodied flavor.
In addition to Epic Beers, you have your classic Salt Lake brews from Squatters, Wasatch Beers, and Dessert Edge.  If you have…

Last week I posted about local food gifts from Bakeries around Salt Lake City. I wanted to also share with you some ideas for some more savory food gifts.  Salt Lake has several great markets, delis and grocery stores that sell local fresh food that would make excellent gifts.
At Caputo’s Market you could pick up anything from artisan salami to gourmet balsamic vinegar.  Creminelli Artisan Salami is one of a kind in the U.S.,…

As my husband and I ponder about what to get friends and family for Christmas, we become more sensitive to how we spend money this time of year.  Our desire this year is to spend with local vendors in Salt Lake City, Utah:  restaurants, shops, etc.  We hope to give gifts that are not wasteful and full of love and care.  I came up with a list of a few bakeries and cafes in Salt…