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Salty Bike Revival 2016 @ The Fallout 09.09–09.10
Custom motorcycle and art show Salty Bike Revival returned for the second time in what has become one of Utah’s largest celebrations of custom motorcycle builders, riders and artists in Utah and beyond. Thousands of people came and went throughout the two-day event, looking at choppers, trackers, cafe racers, bobbers and everything else two-wheeled and
Beer of the Month: The Down Low
One brand I never thought I’d see in Utah, never mind in a Harmons or Maverik, is Lagunitas Brewing from Petaluma, California. Lagunitas has built a fast reputation around North America for making highly flavorful beers in many varieties. … read more
SLUG Skate Photo Feature: Mikey Martinez
Mikey Martinez had made up his mind about skating this 15-stair rail before he ever sent me an email asking if I’d like to shoot it. … read more
Mike Brown: Pokémon GO, Bro!
There are four things in my life that I refuse to start doing because I’m afraid that I might not ever stop doing them if I start, and I already have enough bad eating habits. But after I downloaded Pokémon GO to my cellular-tellular, it soon became obvious that there should have been five things on my personal list of forbidden fruit. … read more
Doughnut Worry: The Big O’s Serving Up Vegan Treats
Three months ago, a brand-new, family-run hotspot popped up on Broadway called The Big O Doughnuts. If you haven’t already heard, they’re deep-frying a creative spin on a classic favorite. In a short amount of time, this completely plant-based, locally sourced shop is making a big name for itself among vegans and non-vegans alike for its uniquely delicious vegan doughnuts, and owner Jess Curzon is eager to see where this shop takes her. … read more
No Gas for Green Goods: Try Walking to Urban Greens...
With the support of a USDA grant, SLCgreen has teamed up with The Green Urban Lunch Box, Utahns Against Hunger and Salt Lake Community Action Program’s Real Food Rising to establish Urban Greens Market, five pop-up markets that provide fresh and local produce within walking distance to community members. … read more
Festa Italiana: Authentic Flavors & Culture
To pair with Italian beer and wine available at the festival, there will be an array of favorites from popular local Italian restaurants at Festa Italiana. Expect pasta as well as lesser-known dishes that Italians have grown up eating. … read more
Provisions: For Every Food, There is a Season
In contrast to the seemingly endless road construction on 2300 East, the confines of Provisions are warm and inviting and the menu is eclectic yet familiar. … read more
Rocking n’ Rolling On and Off the Board: TCOY Coughlin
TCOY Coughlin rips, both on a skateboard and on the drums. When it comes to his skating, we’re talking 50-50 front shuvits on sketchy uprails followed by equally sketchy hill bombs. And the music? Straight rock n’ roll—with a dose of psychedelia. So, if you haven’t heard his band, Max Pain and the Groovies, now’s a good time to toss on a track. … read more
Deep Fried, Tried and True: A Culinary Tour of the...
Fair food is many things, but its chief characteristic is honesty. When you visit the fair, it’s expected that you try something that has no illusions about what it is. You’re encouraged to expand your horizons regarding the sheer scope of food that can be improved with a trip through the deep fryer. … read more