Issues: Issue 270 - June 2011
Beer Reviews
Well, folks, it’s another beer issue and another year in the ol’ brew log. In the past year, we’ve seen a startup brewery take the Utah craft scene by storm, local breweries take their craft to more states and local drinkers develop a craving for high-point brews and exotic styles. There is no better testament to the quality that Utah breweries can provide than this lineup here. … read more
Bikes & Booze
Whatever your preference, it can’t be denied that bicycles and booze make quite the pairing, and it just so happens that this salty city of ours knows how to keep the beer brewing and the pedals pumping in harmony. Whether you’re a hard-core pedal pusher or just a fun-lover looking to add a little endorphin rush to your weekend boozing, read on. … read more
America’s Next Top Wizard
It was a rainy Saturday when we met at a local warehouse. There were six contestants present, each going through a series of elimination rounds in hopes of becoming America’s Next Top Wizard. Each contestant was responsible for not only completing every task presented to them by complete egomaniac Tyra (aka Chris Swainston), but also producing the best photos in each round in an attempt to avoid elimination. … read more
Velo Weekend: A New Summer Event For Cyclists
Velo City Bags has been providing Salt Lake with handmade, vegan bicycle bags and accessories since 2008. The company was started by Nathan Larsen, a local bicycle enthusiast who commutes around Salt Lake. “He designed and produced a customized bag that was functional, unique and comfortable. Larsen has recently started a new non-profit project, Velo Weekend, looking to gather the bicycle community on June 24-25 for some friendly bike competitions and events. … read more
Go Skate Day
In case you needed a reason to go skate, the International Association of Skateboard Companies has deemed June 21 International Go Skateboarding Day. Skateboarders from all over the world will be using this day as an excuse to tell their bosses to fuck off, jump on a board and do what they do best: skate. SLUG’s making it easy for you with this list of GSD events. … read more
Mike Brown: Rob Packer
This month, Mike Brown is tasked with rounding up SLC’s local drunks, but it’s proving to be harder than it sounds. … read more
Princess Kennedy: Sketchy Princess
One thing I love about SLC is the art scene. Dr. Sketchy’s is a nationwide sort of artist draw-a-thon that happens once a month at a bar where artists have a certain amount of time to sketch a live model on stage while enjoying good music and libation. I decided to venture down to Bar Deluxe a few months ago to take a look and see what Maggie Zukowski has brought to the Salt Lake chapter. … read more
Gallery Stroll – June 2011
When planning my Friday nights, two criteria rise above the rest: alcohol and art. These activities need not be mutually exclusive, hence my long love affair with the Gallery Stroll. This month, as SLUG celebrates all things beer, we’ll look at beer art, the art of beer, drinking beer while we look at art and beer as the motivator rather than the inhibitor. … read more
Product Reviews
We have a beer-centric product review section this month, featuring reviews of the BeerCloud Mobile App, a Beer Tasting and Hop Appreciation Kit, a Chrome backpack perfect for stashing beers, the Wriskey bottle opener, and some hangover recovery patches from Zaca. … read more
National CD Reviews – June 2011
New and recent releases from Beer Corpse, Boris, Cass McCombs, Foundation, Fucked Up, Joan of Arc, Mia Doi Todd, Nick 13, Panda Bear, Swingin’ Utters, Title Fight, Weekend Nachos and more are reviewed. … read more