Issues: Issue 344 – August 2017
![Localized: Peach Dream](https://www.slugmag.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/344-ED-Localized-PeachDream-GilbertCisneros-17.jpg)
Localized: Peach Dream
DIY, but not glued to its fuzz, Peach Dream will undoubtedly continue to bring their ultra-catchy songwriting skills wherever the fuck they want to. … read more
![Ashikat Kitchen: CLC Craft Food](https://www.slugmag.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/Ashikat-Kitchen-BARKIPLE_38031.jpg)
Ashikat Kitchen: CLC Craft Food
Middle Eastern pastries and desserts are of a different breed than the beloved sugar bombs that Western diners have come to enjoy—texture often takes precedent over sweetness. Hassan’s menu is based on bringing both worlds together to create something original. … read more
![Softwire Synthesis: CLC DIY Engineer](https://www.slugmag.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/344-ED-CLC-STEM-SoftwireSynthesis-JohnBarkiple-9-1024x683.jpg)
Softwire Synthesis: CLC DIY Engineer
Given the complicated appearance and high cost of modular synthesizers, many people who are interested in synths have to fantasize or sit in confusion in front of the knobs, wires and switches. Iden’s DIY Fest booth aims to subvert these barriers, offering demonstrations and trials of some of his synthesizers, giving curious minds some informed guidance. … read more
![BMX Photo Feature: Skyler Pingree](https://www.slugmag.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/344-Ed-BMX-Photo-Feature-Skyler-Pingree-Matthew-Windsor-1024x683.jpg)
BMX Photo Feature: Skyler Pingree
This photo was taken on the first day I ever actually rode with Skyler Pingree. I’d seen his videos and photos on Instagram and knew he killed it. … read more
![Hoofless: CLC Performer](https://www.slugmag.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/Hoofless-BARKIPLE_4508.jpg)
Hoofless: CLC Performer
The intimacy of acoustic instruments, Jean’s arresting vocals and the almost sacred quality of Hoofless’ music allow audiences to become enveloped in the sound and performance rather than merely to observe casually. … read more
![Neuer Geist: CLC Artisan](https://www.slugmag.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/3413-ED-CLC-Artisans-NeuerGeist-JohnBarkiple-5.jpg)
Neuer Geist: CLC Artisan
Brighton and Derek Ballard both bring their artistic abilities to the table and join creative forces to create pieces like prints and patches, as well as menus and other graphic design gems, tailored for local businesses. … read more
![Utah Museum of Fine Arts: Reopen + Reenvision](https://www.slugmag.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/344-ED-UMFA-clancycoop-5.jpg)
Utah Museum of Fine Arts: Reopen + Reenvision
Since the building first opened over a decade and a half ago, the Utah Museum of Fine Arts (UMFA) is undergoing its most comprehensive permanent exhibition reinstallations. … read more
![SLUG Comix: Hand Drawn Photo Booth](https://www.slugmag.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/SLUG-344-ED-August-64pg-TEARSHEET-page28-799x1024.jpg)
SLUG Comix: Hand Drawn Photo Booth
While you are enjoying the Craft Lake City DIY Festival holiday weekend, use this diagram to understand the inner workings of the artist’s mind at the Hand Drawn Photo Booth. … read more
![Argentina’s Best Empanadas: CLC Craft Food](https://www.slugmag.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/Argentines-Best-BARKIPLE_4082.jpg)
Argentina’s Best Empanadas: CLC Craft Food
Based off of a little bit of encouragement, Valdemoros founded Argentina’s Best Empanadas, a cozy little spot just off 200 East in downtown Salt Lake—which just so happens to be celebrating its first anniversary this year. … read more
![Star of India: Indian Food Comes to North Temple](https://www.slugmag.com/wp/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/344-ED-FoodReview-StarOfIndia-TalynSherer-5.jpg)
Star of India: Indian Food Comes to North Temple
I miss the Bollywood movies and the murals of their old location downtown, but it’s the food and the family behind Star of India that make this restaurant shine. … read more