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New Restaurants, News

Urban Hill at Post District

I think it’s safe to say that the Kirchheimer family is all-in on Salt Lake City. Brooks Kirchheimer has been saying for years that they would love to one day open a restaurant in SLC after two successful ventures in Park City, Heath & Hill and Hill’s Kitchen.

And now they’re putting their money where their mouths are, opening the gorgeous new Urban Hill restaurant in the exciting new Post District. Brooks’ dad, the other co-founder of their restaurant group, said “we’re all betting on SLC’s future.” And this restaurant proves that statement completely.

I will disclose that I am an unabashed fanboy of what the developers of Post District are doing. They are taking old buildings on the block (between 5th South and 6th South and 3rd West and 5th West) and are not only preserving the character of the area, but are amplifying it.

So naturally I was ecstatic to hear that Urban Hill was going to be Post District’s first commercial tenant, anchoring the rest of the retail development and setting a very high bar for future retail neighbors.

No expense was spared with the restaurant design. The Hill group hired Denver-based restaurant design firm Semple Brown Design. The best way I can describe the design is modern, elegant, and warm. Fireplaces, warm tones, and elegant woodwork abound.

The Hill restaurant group is officially named Leave Room For Dessert Eateries, but I’m way too lazy to type all of that out. So it’s called Hill restaurant group around these parts. The Kirchheimers take a unique and refreshing approach to staffing their restaurants. They are big believers in community, and believe that community starts with their employees, whom they call “associates.”

Hill associates are given health insurance benefits on day one of employment. They participate in profit-sharing and other benefits that you typically don’t associate with restaurant staff benefits. Brooks believes that if they have inspired associates, then they will create inspired experiences for their guests. Given their prior successes, it seems like they’re proving that the model works.

I wasn’t able to try too much of the menu at the grand opening event, but I think it’s safe to say that their high standards regarding staffing and restaurant design also transfer over to the food. To start, they hired Executive Chef Nick Zocco, formerly of Mesa Grill, SW Steakhouse, and most recently at Tupelo in Park City.

The menu is robust but not overwhelming. The same can’t be said of the alcohol menu, which I believe has more pages than the Bible. While we were there, they were putting the final bottles of wine in their wine cellar, which is smack dab in the middle of the dining area, and very impressive.

The food menu features oysters, mussels, the largest shrimp I’ve ever seen, striped bass, black angus filet, and bison ribeye. The prices reflect the quality of the ingredients, with entrees ranging from $29 to $110. Urban Hill seems to be the Hill group’s final leg of their three-legged stool of affordability, with Hill’s Kitchen at the lower price range, Hearth & Hill in the middle, and Urban Hill at the top. Seems like a smart strategy to me.

I wish them the very best. They’ll have a feather in their cap as the first business to take a risk at Post District, anchoring the future development of the area. And if this is the level of quality that will fill out the rest of Post, then SLC is in for a treat.

Urban Hill
550 South 300 West, Salt Lake City
(385) 295-4200
urban-hill.com
Open daily from 4pm to 9:30pm

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Events, News

Deer Valley Hosts 2023 Freestyle Ski World Cup

Deer Valley remains one of the world’s premier locations to host the Freestyle World Cup, with 2023 marking their 25th year as host. This year they will be hosting the aerial and moguls competitions from February 2nd through February 4th.

Even if you’re not a skier, the event is an absolute party. Crowds numbering in the thousands gather at the base of the runs, and the feeling is absolutely electric as the crowd cheers on some of the best skiers in the world. If you need further proof, check out my photo from a few years ago.

New this year, Deer Valley is offering a “Freestyle Feast,” which includes dinner, an exclusive VIP viewing area, a commemorative event gift, and complimentary lift access to get you up to the event. Prices are $200 per person per night, and will sell out fast. Reservations begin 11/28/22 at 10am MST at the following link.

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Emigration Cafe’s New Brunch Menu

From our friends at Emigration Cafe:

NEW BRUNCH MENU ALERT! 
Every Saturday & Sunday 10am-2pm

BRUNCH MENU 
SHARE PLATES

Green Garbanzo Hummus Ⓥ – cherry tomatoes, sweet herbs, sumac, warm pita

 Parmesan Flatbread Ⓥ – pinza dough, parmesan, olive oil                                 

3 Cheese Artichoke Dip Ⓥ – parmesan flatbread, pickled chile
Smoked Salmon Toast – Sourdough, goat cheese, capers, red onion, preserved lemon salad                   

SOUP & SALAD

Lemon Rice Soup ⓋGF – Lemon, Arborio rice, vegetable broth
Soup of the day
House Salad Ⓥ – pecans, pickled grapes, onion, honey cider vin, goat cheese crostini
Classic Caesar Ⓥ – romaine, house croutons, parmesan, lemon, house dressing
Classic Greek Ⓥ – tomato, cucumber, onion, feta, Kalamata, romaine, croutons
Arugula & Fennel Ⓥ GF – chevre, cherry bourbon vinaigrette, slivered almond
Butter Lettuce – miso buttermilk dressing, smoked blue cheese, bacon, everything bagel crumble, tomato

SANDWICHES

Grilled Cheese with Brie and Havarti Ⓥ – brie, Havarti cheese, apple, onion jam, sourdough
BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwich-  miso buttermilk slaw, fried onions, ciabatta
Emigration Burger*– 6oz grilled patty, American cheese, grilled onions, garlic aioli, half dill pickles, lettuce
Smoked Turkey Club* – millionaire bacon, avocado spread, lettuce, aioli, ciabatta, onion
Grilled Trout Tartine* – open faced, cabbage slaw, remoulade, ciabatta
BLT– bacon, tomato, aioli, lettuce, spicy carrot slaw, sourdough

MAINS
Avocado Toast Ⓥ – avocado, radish, everything bagel spice, breakfast potatoes
Overnight Oats Ⓥ – brown sugar, banana, pecans, seasonal berries
French Toast Casserole –  house-made challah French toast, miso caramel sauce, fresh peaches, candied pecans, whipped cream
Egg Sandwich –bacon or avocado, American cheese, aioli, fried egg, brioche, potatoes
Chicken & Biscuit – fried chicken, saw-mill gravy, chili-honey glaze, pickled chilis, sunny up egg
Breakfast Burrito – scrambled eggs, queso sauce, bacon, heirloom beans, potatoes, aioli
Vegan Burrito Ⓥ– broken tofu, queso sauce, potatoes, tomatillo salsa, beans
Shrimp & Grits – cheddar grits, Tasso ham, summer squash, cherry tomato, white wine cream
Basic Breakfast GF– choice of eggs, potatoes millionaire bacon or seasonal vegetables

Emigration Cafe | 1709 E. 1300 S. | SLC
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner – Monday – Saturday
Saturday & Sunday Brunch – 10am-3pm
Online ordering now available, order here. 
Reservations now available for all party sizes. Book your table here. 
801-906-8101

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Park City Restaurants Announce Fall Hours

From the Park City Area Restaurant Association:

Autumn has arrived, and Park City Area Restaurant Association (PCARA) members are shifting gears – and hours – to accommodate guests through shoulder season and prepare for what will be a lively, bustling winter to come.    

“Some restaurants will scale back to gear up for a busy winter ahead, while others will continue with their regular hours through shoulder season to serve our loyal locals and fall visitors,” Park City Area Restaurant Association Executive Director Ginger Wicks said. “Autumn harvest brings such an abundance of locally-sourced ingredients, and we encourage patrons to support our restaurant community by trying out limited-time seasonal menus along with beloved signature dishes.”  

For the most up-to-date information on shoulder season hours, visit parkcityrestaurants.com. Currently, PCARA member fall hours are as follows:

350 Main

Open Wednesday – Saturday, 5 p.m. – Close

Closed Thanksgiving

Alpine Distilling

Closed Saturday, Oct. 8 – Saturday, Oct. 15 

Big Dipper

Open Monday – Wednesday, 11 a.m. – 6 p.m., and Thursday – Sunday, 11 a.m. – 9 p.m.

Closed Thanksgiving

The Brass Tag

Closing Oct. 16 – Dec. 2, reopening Saturday, Dec. 3

Courchevel Bistro

Stop in for Happy Hour Wednesdays – Sundays from 5 – 6 p.m. through Saturday, Nov. 5 for 20% off select appetizers and desserts. 

Closing Sunday, Nov. 6 – Tuesday, Dec. 6

Deer Valley Grocery~Café

Closing Oct. 24 – Nov. 15, reopening Wednesday, Nov. 16

Escala Provisions Restaurant & Bar

Open 7 a.m. – 9 p.m. daily

Grub Steak Restaurant

Open nightly, 5 – 9 p.m.

Hearth and Hill

Open Monday – Saturday, 11:30 a.m. – 9 p.m., and Sunday, 10 a.m. – 9 p.m.

Hill’s Kitchen

Open 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. daily 

High West Distillery

Saloon (Historic Park City): Closing Sunday, Nov. 13 – Sunday, Nov. 30

Refectory (Wanship): Closing Monday, Nov. 14 – Friday, Dec. 2

Nelson Cottage (Historic Park City): Saturday, Oct. 29 – Friday, Dec. 16

Riverhorse on Main

Open Sunday – Thursday, 5 – 9 p.m., Friday – Saturday, 5 – 9:30 p.m.

Closing Sunday, Nov. 6 – Thursday, Nov. 10

Closed Thanksgiving

Roadhouse Grill & Pub – Park City

Open Sunday – Sunday

8 a.m. – 8 p.m.

Salt Box Eatery & Catering

Open Monday – Sunday, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. 

Grab and go, family meal pick up and catering pick up available until 5 p.m.

Shabu

Open nightly, 5 p.m. – Close 

The Spur Bar & Grill

Open daily, 11 a.m. – 1 a.m. featuring live music every night

Closed Thanksgiving

The Star Bar

Open Wednesday – Saturday, 5 p.m. – Close

Closed Thanksgiving

Stein Collection

Enjoy a staycation at Stein Eriksen Lodge, Stein Eriksen Residences, or The Chateaux Deer Valley with the Taste of Fall package. Enjoy overnight accommodations including a 3-course dinner for two at The Glitretind (served in Troll Hallen Lounge) or Sunday Brunch. 

Troll Hallen Lounge (Stein Eriksen Lodge)

Open 7 a.m. – Midnight daily

Champions Club (Stein Eriksen Lodge)

Closing Monday, Oct. 10 – Tuesday, Nov. 22

First Tracks Kaffe (Stein Eriksen Lodge)

Closing Monday, Oct. 10 – Tuesday, Nov. 22

Cena Ristorante & Lounge (The Chateaux)

Closing Monday, Oct. 31 – Tuesday, Nov. 22

The 7-8-8-0 Club (Stein Eriksen Residences)

Closing Monday, Oct. 31 – Tuesday, Nov. 22

Sterling Steak and Lounge

Free Pumpkin Carving October 21st  – 6 p.m.

Tupelo

Closed Mondays and Tuesdays until mid-December and closed Sundays until next spring

Versante Hearth + Bar

Open 4 – 9 p.m. nightly

Wild Ember

Closed until Wednesday, Dec. 14

For more information about restaurants’ fall hours or the PCARA, visit www.parkcityrestaurants.com or contact Christa Graff, of Graff Public Relations, at christa@graffpr.com or 435-640-7921.

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Marc Marrone’s Italian Graffiti Coming to The Gateway

Italian Graffiti is the first full-scale restaurant by Nice Hospitality, the visionary team behind HallPass and SkinnyFATS. This new venture will offer a contemporary interpretation of classic Italian fare and hand-crafted family recipes from Chef-Partner Marc Marrone’s Italian-influenced upbringing in New York City. Building upon nearly 20 years of experience earned at world-class restaurants across the country, Chef Marc brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to Nice Hospitality’s newest venture. Guests can expect to be immersed in the art of vibe dining with Italian Graffiti’s expansive wine menu, open format cooking, daily house made pasta, a full bakery, and dry aged meat program. The area’s first modern osteria will feature floral-inspired decor with one-of-a-kind art installations throughout the dining room, bar, and lounge areas.

“With grandparents who immigrated from Italy, my most cherished family traditions centered around sharing homemade meals together. I want our guests to experience that same gracious hospitality and convivial atmosphere,” says Marc Marrone. “The popularity of HallPass at The Gateway paved the way for this new concept as we feel it has increasingly become a coveted dining and entertainment destination in Salt Lake City.”

Italian Graffiti is slated to open this summer at the southeast corner of The Gateway.

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Park City’s “Savor the Summit” Returns

After a two-year hiatus, the Park City Area Restaurant Association’s (PCARA) annual Savor the Summit will return to Historic Main Street on June 25, 2022.  

“We could not be more excited to bring Savor the Summit to life this year, and we are so grateful for the collaborative efforts of the City, Historic Park City Alliance (HPCA) and our loyal patrons who have been patiently awaiting the event’s return,” said PCARA Executive Director Ginger Wicks. “Guests can look forward to a completely revamped, refreshed version of our favorite summer dining tradition.”  

This year’s participating PCARA-member restaurants will celebrate the official kickoff to summer by offering their own inspired menus for guests to enjoy. The full lineup of partners and reservations for a seat at the Grande Table will be available soon. To save yours, as well as stay up to date on ongoing event updates, visit www.savorthesummit.com

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Deer Valley Announces New Food and Beverage Leaders

Deer Valley Resort announced new leadership of their award-winning food & beverage operations. Jacob Musyt has been named the vice president of food & beverage, while Deer Valley’s own Sammie Doyle has been promoted to the director of food & beverage.

“With more than 20 years of hospitality experience, Jacob brings fresh ideas and a seasoned outlook for the future of Deer Valley’s food and beverage offerings,” said Jeremy Levitt, resort president. “Additionally, we are grateful for Sammie’s years of dedicated service with us, and we look forward to her leadership in her new director role.”

As the vice president of food & beverage, Jacob Musyt will oversee more than a dozen restaurant outlets, resort culinary teams, and Deer Valley’s banquet and catering experiences. Musyt was formerly the director of food & beverage at Waldorf Astoria Beverly Hills, following roles with Salamander Resort & Spa in Middleburg, VA, Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group in Washington, D.C., and Waldorf Astoria Park City. He studied at Johnson & Wales University in Denver with a focus on hospitality and restaurant management.  

“I am in the business of creating memories guests will cherish and last forever, something Deer Valley has been doing for decades,” said Musyt. “I’m thrilled to be back in Park City and to join the resort’s world-renowned food & beverage team and be able to provide those meaningful experiences for years to come.”

Born and raised in Salt Lake City, Sammie Doyle has been with Deer Valley since 2012. She was most recently the resort restaurant operations manager, and before her time at the resort she worked as a detox case manager for people experiencing homelessness through Volunteers of America. Married with two children, Doyle is a fitness coach, foodie, wine lover, traveler and lover of the outdoors.

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Tip Your Server Hospitality Support Fund

Salt Lake City, in conjunction with actor Ty Burrell, and the Downtown Alliance, have launched the Tip Your Server initiative, which aims to provide grant money to employees of the Salt Lake hospitality industry who have lost their jobs as a result of the pandemic.

So far the fund has raised nearly $500,000, thanks to individual donations as well as matching donations provided by various organizations.

If you’d like to donate, you can get more information here.

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The Store Opens at The Gateway

The Gateway continues to add to its unique portfolio of retailers in its quest to reinvent itself as an entertainment, event, and dining center. The latest addition is an exciting one: The Store has now opened at The Gateway, giving people who live, work, and play in SLC a grocery store option on west end of downtown. But The Store, which has been in business in the valley since 1968,  is much more than your typical grocery outlet.

Anyone who has visited their other location in Holladay knows that they take a unique approach to the grocery business. The Store fills a niche for high-quality, locally sourced food that’s fresh, flavorful, and healthy. The Niederhauser family, who owns The Store, takes pride in their “Miles to Market” program, which focuses on promoting local producers. Some local companies that the store prominently features are: Cutler’s Cookies, Solstice Spices, Publik Coffee, Abagails Oven, June Pies, Salsa del Diablo, Apis Hive & Honey Co., V Chocolates, and many more. I was excited to see they carry a ton of products from Stoneground Bakery, one of my favorite breadmakers in the valley. And Cutler’s Cookies are hard to beat. They truly are some of my favorite cookies around.

I appreciate that the store also produces their own grocery products under their own name, which are top-notch. Their tortilla chips and homemade salsa are fantastic. And their corn-pop churro bites are dangerously addicting. The also carry house-made cilantro lime dressing, house tri-tip, and fresh-squeezed orange juice.

The Niederhausers, who own and operate The Store, have wanted to bring the grocer’s unique environment to an urban neighborhood for years. “We looked all over the valley for the right location. Because of The Gateway’s amazing revitalization, it was a natural fit,” said Scotty Niederhauser, store director. “With The Store’s history and heavy focus on local offerings and relationships, a location downtown close to the biggest farmers market and many vendors themselves, it seemed too good to be true.”

Salt Lake Tribune and Fidelity employees must be ecstatic to finally have some additional quick lunch options in their area. The Store features a salad bar, as well as a hot food bar, both of which are by-the-pound. I was particularly impressed with the hot bar, which featured babyback ribs, macaroni and cheese, mashed potatoes, and delicious enchiladas when I popped in for a quick lunch. Chef Paul Morello leads the culinary efforts at the store. Chef Morello has spent time working in various restaurants in Miami, New York, D.C., Virginia, and South Carolina. He also spent seven years working as a chef in Turkey. He is now the Culinary Director of The Store.

I’d encourage you to swing by and check it out. It’s not your average grocery store, by any means. You can tell that the Niederhauser family and all of The Store’s leaders have a passion for creating a unique grocery store that is different than the rest.

The Store
90 South Rio Grande Street
Monday through Saturday 7 a.m. until 10 p.m., Sunday 8 a.m. until 8 p.m.

Events, News

Park City Plated

The Park City Area Restaurant Association (PCARA) introduces its newest initiative, Park City Plated. Beginning in August, the program will feature a different Park City restaurant each month, offering special menu items to welcome new and returning guests to try their innovative menu creations.

“Park City Plated is a brand new way for guests to sample our community’s diverse dining scene,” said PCARA executive director Ginger Wicks. “Exclusive monthly specials from a rotating collection of some of Park City’s finest restaurants give guests the opportunity to experience new, local flavors and unique menu items all year long.”

The following PCARA member restaurants participating so far are as follows:

August 25th: Hearth and Hill

September19th: Riverhorse on Main

October18th: Stein Eriksen Lodge

November 7th: Escala Provisions Company Restaurant

November 13th: Powder at Waldorf Astoria

 

December (Dates TBD): Red Rock Brewery and High West Distillery

January (Date TBD): Deer Valley Grocery~Café

February (Date TBD): tupelo

March (Date TBD): The Brass Tag

April (Date TBD): Riverhorse Provisions

 

More restaurants and their Park City Plated menu offerings will be confirmed soon.