Bite by Bite

tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-70546274528135733522009-09-20T18:27:55.393-06:00Bite by BiteFoodie Kathy Stephenson blogs about restaurants and recipes.www.sltrib.comnoreply@blogger.comBlogger240125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7054627452813573352.post-90920800056510314582009-05-14T14:15:00.006-06:002009-05-15T14:55:33.778-06:00Bite By Bite gets a New Look

Starting Friday, May 15, the "Bite by Bite" blog will get a new look, as it switches to new blogging software. Of course, that means good and bad news.The good: The URL won't change. It's still at http://blogs.sltrib.com/food (be sure your bookmark doesn't have the /index.htm on the end). You will still be able to access old posts and if you want to comment you can still use your same log-in and

Kathy Stephensonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10738399521749130675noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7054627452813573352.post-55355673912718239062009-05-14T14:00:00.002-06:002009-05-14T14:00:00.366-06:00Huntsman Packing "Chili" Heat

It's no secret that Gov. Jon Huntsman loves Asian food. And the spicier, the better. But who knew the governor carries a concealed stash of chili peppers, just to make sure his food packs enough heat. Does he need a permit for that?The Mandarin Restaurant, which recently received the Utah Governor’s Mansion Artist Series Award for the Culinary Arts, prepared an elaborate eight-course banquet for

Kathy Stephensonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10738399521749130675noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7054627452813573352.post-44832052240504136902009-05-14T08:00:00.003-06:002009-05-14T08:00:00.771-06:00Food at The Living Traditions Festival

The 24th annual Living Traditions Festival runs May 15-17 at the Salt Lake City & County Building, 450 S. 200 East. Besides music, dancing and art, 20 different non-profit groups will serve the foods of their native country.Here are few things to try:-- Chicken Sheia, a chicken stew spiced with cinnamon and served over rice. The Dinka Sudanese Community of Salt Lake City (pictured above) makes

Kathy Stephensonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10738399521749130675noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7054627452813573352.post-2348443945068952712009-05-14T08:00:00.001-06:002009-05-14T08:00:00.543-06:00Help build the People's Portable Garden

Wasatch Community Gardens needs volunteers on Saturday, May 16, to help build its new "People's Portable Garden" at 900 S. 200 West, property owned by the Salt Lake City Redevelopment Agency.From 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. volunteers will help build raised garden beds, fill them with soil and prepare the garden for planting at the site. Bring a hat, sunscreen, water and work gloves. Lunch will be

Kathy Stephensonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10738399521749130675noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7054627452813573352.post-79745424114890860872009-05-13T07:53:00.005-06:002009-05-13T08:38:43.819-06:00The "Best of Class"

There are more than 100 cooking classes and culinary demonstrations being offered now through the end of May. Here five (from this full list) that caught my eye.*Dim Sum at Viking Cooking School, 2233 S. 300 East, Salt Lake City. Learn how to fold and roll these small, flavorful Cantonese morsels. May 15, 6 p.m.; $79.*Mexican mole. This class is free and taught by a native cook at Bosch Kitchen

Kathy Stephensonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10738399521749130675noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7054627452813573352.post-88865731931951068622009-05-13T07:45:00.001-06:002009-05-13T09:19:51.481-06:00See Pago before it opens

Diners can get a peak at Pago, one of Salt Lake City's new farm-to-table restaurants, next week.Owner Scott Evans is holding open house events for the public on May 20 and 21 from 4 to 6 p.m. at the restaurant 878 S. 900 East.Guests can see the environmentally-friendly remodel, sample small bites from the proposed menu and tell staff what they like or don't like before the scheduled opening on

Kathy Stephensonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10738399521749130675noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7054627452813573352.post-88204654586285813012009-05-12T08:00:00.003-06:002009-05-12T10:50:30.299-06:00Benvenuti Italian Deli at Primo

Primo, a popular spot in Cottonwood Heights for reliable, reasonable-priced Italian dinners, now offers lunch at its new deli called Benvenuti.Located at 2354 E. 7000 South -- next to Primo -- Benvenuti's menu includes typical lunch fare: soups, salads and sandwiches and a $11 gourmet burger topped with mozzarella, tomato and basil.But it is the pastas that look the most intriguing. Guests can

Kathy Stephensonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10738399521749130675noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7054627452813573352.post-9154029499991151282009-05-12T07:55:00.000-06:002009-05-12T07:55:00.834-06:00Spice it up for taste and health

For years now, we've heard that colorful fruits and vegetables like blueberries and spinach contain powerful antioxidants that can help improve our health.But certain spices and herbs -- which add flavor and not fat to foods -- are rich in antioxidants, too, according to research conducted by the USDA. For example:-- 1/2 teaspoons of ground cinnamon has as many antioxidants as 1/2 cup blueberries

Kathy Stephensonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10738399521749130675noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7054627452813573352.post-50625694131556785342009-05-11T10:40:00.000-06:002009-05-12T10:41:20.966-06:00Circus Animals are Back

Mother's Circus Animal Cookies are marching into a store near you.Last week, the pink and white speckled treats started showing up on grocery store shelves after a short hiatus.Late last year, after more than 90 years in business, the iconic Mother's brand closed its doors. The Kellogg Company acquired the trademark and recipes and recently reintroduced the cookie line.The hands-down favorite are

Kathy Stephensonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10738399521749130675noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7054627452813573352.post-18871122226129791182009-05-08T12:29:00.008-06:002009-05-11T17:18:42.406-06:00Weekend options

Here are a few food-related options for May 9 and 10.• The annual Utah letter carriers’ “Help Stamp Out Hunger” food drive is Saturday. Utahns can place non-perishable food items in a bag near their mailbox and letter carriers will pick up the donation and distribute it to Utah food banks. Donations such canned soup, tuna, pasta, rice or peanut butter should be in the plastic or other

Kathy Stephensonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10738399521749130675noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7054627452813573352.post-45613558892323961372009-05-08T08:00:00.002-06:002009-05-11T17:21:29.729-06:00Be a shopping guru

Learn how to spot fabulous bargains on food, clothes and household items during the Utah State University Extension Service "Bargain Bonanza" class.It will be May 21 from noon to 1 p.m. at the Salt Lake County offices, 2001 S. State Street (South Bldg. Room #S1007). The class is free, but you must register by calling 801-468-3179The course will be taught by shopping coach, Amy Johnson. She will

Kathy Stephensonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10738399521749130675noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7054627452813573352.post-37377596400977469592009-05-08T07:55:00.002-06:002009-05-11T17:23:07.017-06:00Are you the Next "Organic" Idol?

You've heard of American Idol. Well, now there is a competition to find the next "Organic" Idol.To win all you have to do is love organic food and know how use a video camera.Visit the Organic Institute’s YouTube group at www.youtube.com/group/organicidol and submit a 30-second video explaining “the moment you realized organic was worth it.” The winner will be part of a national ad campaign and

Kathy Stephensonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10738399521749130675noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7054627452813573352.post-43666271258174384032009-05-07T08:00:00.001-06:002009-05-07T08:00:00.586-06:00Saving a Seat for Martha

It's a long shot.But The Park City Restaurant Association has invited Martha Stewart to attend its “Savor the Summit” event on June 19. It sent an 80-second video to the domestic maven last week. No word yet if she'll accept.In the video, Park City Mayor Dana Williams talks about the historic mining town's skiing, food and mountain beauty. Then, with the help of a few restaurant employees and

Kathy Stephensonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10738399521749130675noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7054627452813573352.post-83185083521288954892009-05-07T07:55:00.002-06:002009-05-11T17:25:37.211-06:00Sweetie, What's your name?

For over 40 years, we've known her simply as Mrs. Butterworth.Not only does she make pancakes taste good, she is a pop culture icon, appearing in movies, commercials, the New York Times crossword puzzle and even a Kanye West song.But what's her first name?If you think you know, you could win $500 and a year's supply of syrup.Go to http://www.mrsbutterworthsyrup.com/namecontest and submit your

Kathy Stephensonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10738399521749130675noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7054627452813573352.post-58262923978382069672009-05-06T11:40:00.002-06:002009-05-06T11:44:52.253-06:00Think Cookies in May

May is "Cookie Month" at Lorken Food Finery, a fairly new specialty food and kitchen store in Gardner Village, 1100 W. 7800 South, West Jordan. Here's what's planned:• May 14 at 7 p.m., an adult cookie dough class. Cost is $35 per person.• May 16, at 1 p.m. Children will roll, cut, bake and decorate cookies. Cost is $25 per person.• May 23, from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Lorken will sponsor a charity

Kathy Stephensonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10738399521749130675noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7054627452813573352.post-17901982132393716642009-05-06T10:56:00.005-06:002009-05-06T11:15:14.131-06:00Caputo's Wins National Award

Cheers to Tony Caputo's Market and Deli, named one of the country's "Outstanding Specialty Food Retailers" for 2009.The Salt Lake City Market was one of five retailers from around the country to win the award, given by The National Association for the Specialty Food Trade, Inc., (NASFT) and Specialty Food Magazine. The other winners are located in St. Louis, Mo.; Virginia Beach, Va.; Casper, Wyo.

Kathy Stephensonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10738399521749130675noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7054627452813573352.post-45129528530445237992009-05-05T07:55:00.000-06:002009-05-05T07:55:00.751-06:00Milk chocolate from Amano

Utah's Amano Artisan Chocolate Co., which has won numerous national and international awards for its dark chocolate, has just introduced two new bars for milk-chocolate lovers.Just like its dark-chocolate siblings, the milk chocolate is made with beans from a single area of the world. The Jembrana Milk, which comes in a green box, is made with beans from Bali, Indonesia. The Ocumare, in the red

Kathy Stephensonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10738399521749130675noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7054627452813573352.post-39867907305120408032009-05-04T08:00:00.002-06:002009-05-04T10:17:50.863-06:00Monthly wine sale today

Today, is the monthly "50 percent" off sale at the wine stores in Salt Lake City.There aren't as many deals as in previous sales, but here are some highlights:-Jordan Cabernet '04 for $23-Spanish Whites for about $7-Rosenblum Maggie's Zinfandel around $20-Peak Bordeaux Blend $20.-South African Nobilo Sauvignon Blanc Reserve about $9.The sale takes place beginning at 10 a.m. at the new Wine Store,

Kathy Stephensonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10738399521749130675noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7054627452813573352.post-20556095869249826812009-05-04T07:55:00.000-06:002009-05-04T07:55:00.413-06:00Food on Film in May

During May, The Salt Lake City Film Center and Slow Food Utah are bringing four food-related films to Utah.All the movies are free and begin at 7 p.m. They will be shown at the Fort Douglas Post Theater on the University of Utah campus.The series starts May 7 with "What's on Your Plate," which follows two 11-year-old African-American girls as they explore their place in the New York City food

Kathy Stephensonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10738399521749130675noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7054627452813573352.post-45442842942683433652009-05-01T08:00:00.008-06:002009-05-02T07:45:50.544-06:00Meat and potato lovers rejoice

Here are two signs that steak and potatoes still rule the Utah dining scene.1. Donovan's Steak & Chop House, a upscale chain with operations in San Diego, La Jolla and Phoenix, is moving into the former Ruth's Chris restaurant on 100 West and Pierpont Ave. in Salt Lake City. No official opening date, but it must be soon. The sign is up and the owners were recently granted a full-service liquor

Kathy Stephensonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10738399521749130675noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7054627452813573352.post-78981005829137009712009-05-01T08:00:00.005-06:002009-05-01T09:33:27.392-06:00Deschutes Beer Comes to Utah

Utah State liquor stores will soon be carrying two award-winning beers from Oregon's Deschutes Brewery , founded by Utah native Gary Fish.“I feel very proud to be able to bring great beer back to a state we love,” said Fish.The company, located in Bend, Oregon, will offer Utahns its "Mirror Pond Pale Ale" and "Black Butte Porter."Mirror Pond has been called the “quintessential American pale ale,

Kathy Stephensonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10738399521749130675noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7054627452813573352.post-23680746262374473692009-04-30T08:04:00.011-06:002009-04-30T08:53:24.938-06:00HB51 Ale Now On Tap

Utah brewmasters (and several of their friends)gathered Wednesday night at Desert Edge Brewery in Trolley Square to sample five different beers created in honor of House Bill 51 --- the law that makes home brewing legal in Utah.The legislation officially takes effect on May 12. (Read how it came to be here.) But the microbrewed beers -- all named HB51 -- are available now (on tap or in growlers)

Kathy Stephensonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10738399521749130675noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7054627452813573352.post-8436700819861576112009-04-29T12:08:00.000-06:002009-04-29T12:08:00.271-06:00Utah's most exciting burger

Food Network magazine recently selected "the most exciting, interesting, wacky or otherwise fabulous burger in every state."In Utah, that happens to be the $12.50 Spicy Moroccan Lamb Burger at Acme Burger Co., 275 S. 200 West, in Salt Lake City.In the June/July issue, editors noted the state's love of fry sauce and said of Acme: "....the high end restaurant is shaking things up with patties like

Kathy Stephensonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10738399521749130675noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7054627452813573352.post-34134276171490929682009-04-29T08:15:00.000-06:002009-04-29T08:15:00.735-06:00Pork Still Safe to Eat

My appetite for pork soulvaki and shredded pork burritos has waned in the last few days as the swine flu epidemic makes it way from Mexico to the U.S.But logically you can't contract swine flu (which is now being called “North American influenza." A much better name.) by eating pork. Here's the officials statement from The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website"Swine influenza

Kathy Stephensonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10738399521749130675noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7054627452813573352.post-19071947055249366232009-04-29T08:10:00.002-06:002009-04-29T08:10:00.609-06:00Mamas chat about food

Today's Mama, a site dedicated to all things maternal, will hold its first online chat with chefs and trainers from The Health Pantry today from 7 to 9 p.m.Get tips on healthy living, cooking and recipe makeovers. There also will be prize giveaways.

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