POSTED // Jul 24,2012 - Now that we’re in the meaty part of summer, it’s time to lock up those hefty Malbecs, Bordeaux and Barolos and uncork lighter, lower-alcohol wines that can be pleasurably quaffed when the heat is on—especially during backyard barbecues, picnics and other outdoor adventures.

POSTED // Jul 21,2012 - The Millcreek Community Market kicks off its 2012 season on Thursday, July 26, from 4 to 8 p.m.

POSTED // Jul 20,2012 - For the past 12 years, Taste of the Nation Utah has raised money at its annual food-and-wine event under the umbrella of the national organization Share Our Strength.

POSTED // Jul 17,2012 - Dave & Cranky Chuckie’s American Bistro has been in business for only about seven and a half months, but its original menu and chic décor make it one of the best-kept secrets in Utah County dining.

POSTED // Jul 17,2012 - During the 2012 Park City Food & Wine Classic, I attended an interesting seminar about glassware.

POSTED // Jul 16,2012 - Valter Nassi—the longtime impresario, maestro, host and all-around bon vivant at Cucina Toscana—is on the move.

POSTED // Jul 10,2012 - When the weather is warm, it’s a no-brainer to turn to lighter, lower-alcohol white wines as opposed to heavier, cooler-temp reds.

POSTED // Jul 10,2012 - There’s a lot of power in the word “no,” as Reef’s Restaurant chef/owner Asi Yoked will attest: “I think that, as a society, we have grown accustomed to saying ‘yes’ to everything.”

POSTED // Jul 9,2012 - The 2012 Utah State Fair (155 N. 1000 West) runs from Sept. 6 to Sept. 16 and will feature a number of culinary competitions.

POSTED // Jul 6,2012 - A couple of weeks ago, when author John T. Edge was in town to promote his Truck Food Cookbook, I couldn’t help but notice that of the 150 food-truck recipes included, not a single Utah food truck was acknowledged.