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 - 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 13,2012 - My first review of Cafe Madrid appeared in 1997. Back then, it was located in the Black Diamond Center on 3900 South and owned by Encina Arias and her husband, Paul Peterson.

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 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.

POSTED // Jul 2,2012 - Finally, Rosé wines are beginning to get their due. For years, Rosé has been nearly as taboo among serious wine drinkers in this country as its evil twin, White Zinfandel.