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Attendees visit the Caputo's booth at the Natural History Museum of Utah on May 16, 2026. (Photo by Elise Golightly | The Daily Utah Chronicle)

Natural history museum hosts third annual ‘food fest’

NHMU hosts third annual Utah Food Festival, a celebration of the state's "rich culinary heritage."
By Elise Golightly, Arts Writer | May 23, 2026

  The Natural History Museum of Utah hosted its third annual 'Food Fest' on May 16 and 17 and shared how they bring new flavors to visitors and new opportunities to vendors each year. This festival...

Intercultural Drum Exhibition from the North Stage on Saturday afternoon

Salt Lake City celebrates 40 years of Living Traditions

Cultural groups in the Salt Lake Valley gather downtown to share traditions for the festival’s 40th anniversary. 
By Ashlee Astin, Arts Writer | May 23, 2026

  Salt Lake City hosted its 40th annual Living Traditions Festival, a free celebration of cultures, traditions and communities at the Civic Center last weekend.  Organizers collaborated with...

Interior of Dolcetti Gelato in the 9th and 9th district. (Photo by Lily Hersch | The Daily Utah Chronicle)

Dolcetti Gelato is Utah’s piece of Italy

Salt Lake City's 9th and 9th district is full of many treasures, including the beloved Dolcetti Gelato.
By Lily Hersch | February 4, 2026

  Nestled among the shops of bustling 9th and 9th, Dolcetti Gelato seems rather unassuming, with a modest front and gray brick wall. Upon entering though, one is in for a surprise: dazzling chandeliers,...

Tea Zaanti

Tea Zaanti: Salt Lake’s Only Tea & Wine Shop

Become part of the "communi-TEA" at this one-of-a-kind SLC spot.
By Isra Habib, Assistant Arts Editor | April 23, 2025

  Salt Lake City might have its fair share of coffee shops, breweries and cafes. However, in the heart of Sugar House is a spot that offers something completely different: Tea Zaanti, the city’s...

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The Impact of Celebrity Collaborations in the Food Industry

Collaborations between celebrities and food brands have increased sales and brand engagement by allowing fans to connect with their role models through their promoted products.
By Ava Hart, Arts Writer | April 21, 2025

  This article originally appeared in the Food print issue, in stands February 2025. It has not been updated and some information may be out of date.   The intersection of celebrity...

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The Artistry of Food in Cinema

Food, used as a prop in many films, is far more effective as a mechanism for emotional storytelling.
By Jordan Thornblad, Arts Writer | April 21, 2025

  This article originally appeared in the Food print issue, in stands February 2025. It has not been updated and some information may be out of date.   Food is a powerful form of ethos....

The Utah State liquor store on July 11, 2018 (Photo by Justin Prather | Daily Utah Chronicle)

How to Drink (and Eat) in Utah

While Utah sometimes fails to blaze a culinary frontier, it does stand alone in one field: the state houses the most unique drinking scene in America.
By Grace Maya, News Writer | April 19, 2025

  This article originally appeared in the Food print issue, in stands February 2025. It has not been updated and some information may be out of date.   Utah’s drinking culture is heavily...

Gourmandise The Bakery in Salt Lake City, Utah on Tuesday, Nov. 12, 2019. (Photo by Kiffer Creveling | The Daily Utah Chronicle)

A Taste on Where to Find the Best Holiday Treats in SLC

Salt Lake City has a variety of unique bakeries and family-owned shops for you to satisfy your sweet tooth this holiday season.
By Mikaela Ponce, Arts Writer | December 20, 2024

  Part of the beauty of the holiday season comes from all the comforting and delicious baked goods to be indulged in, and Salt Lake City has plenty of bakeries and patisseries to offer. Here...

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A Slice of Salt Lake: The Best Places for Pie In The City

These Salt Lake City restaurants offer some of the best of this sweet holiday staple.
By Jordan Thornblad, Arts Writer | November 26, 2024

  As the holiday season dawns and stomachs begin to rumble with the promise of traditional meals, people are searching far and wide for the best places to buy their food. In the month of November,...