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A Farewell to Nix Beat

Posted on November 10, 2017 (January 24, 2022) by Asha Pruitt
Photo courtesy of DJ Nix Beat.

Nix Beat is moving to London, and there will be a going-away party dubbed Nix Beat’s Farewell Freak Out as the final performance in his Freak Out series. … read more

Posted in: SLUGmagTagged: DJ Nix Beat, The Freak Out

Holystone Distilling

Posted on November 10, 2017 (January 24, 2022) by Asha Pruitt
(L-R) Holystone Distilling co-owners Michael DeShazo, Barbie Busch DeShazo and Head Distiller Ethan Miller.

Holystone Distilling represents reverence for the process of distilling, humility before our customers, dedication to the craft and a strong work ethic. … read more

Posted in: Art, Interviews & FeaturesTagged: Barbie Busch DeShazo, Ethan Miller, Holystone Distilling, Michael DeShazo

The Jesus and Mary Chain @ Complex 11.02 with Cold Cave

Posted on November 5, 2017 (January 24, 2022) by Asha Pruitt
The Jesus and Mary Chain. Photo: Steve Gullick

When it comes to The Jesus and Mary Chain, there are a million stories to tell. Let’s just hope that it doesn’t take another 20 years for them to return. … read more

Posted in: Show ReviewsTagged: Cold Cave, The Complex, The Jesus and Mary Chain

Waterpocket Distillery: Open Wild and Explore

Posted on November 2, 2017 (January 24, 2022) by Asha Pruitt
(L–R) Since opening Waterpocket, Alan and Julia Scott have released compelling and creative spirits and liqueurs. Photo: ColtonMarsalaPhotography.com

Since Waterpocket Distillery opened this year, their compelling flavors have been used in cocktails served by the coolest bars in Salt Lake. … read more

Posted in: Art, Interviews & FeaturesTagged: Alan Scott, Julia Scott, Waterpocket Distillery

Localized: The Hollering Pines

Posted on November 2, 2017 (January 24, 2022) by Asha Pruitt
(L–R) Kiki Sieger, M. Horten Smith, Daniel Young, Dylan Schorer and Marie Bradshaw. | Photo by Johnny Cowan / johnnybetts.com

The Hollering Pines’ Marie Bradshaw, Kiki Jane Sieger and Daniel Young merged their lifelong passion to create and connect with other artists. … read more

Posted in: LocalizedTagged: Localized, The Hollering Pines

Summit County Sipping with Alpine Distilling

Posted on November 2, 2017 (January 24, 2022) by Asha Pruitt
(L–R) Alpine Distilling’s Sara Sergent and Managing Director Rob Sergent make spirits that cater to Utah’s alpine lifestyle, starting with water in Silver Creek. Photo @clancycoop

Alpine Distilling owner Rob Sergent got into the business because of his roots. His family has distilled for generations, some making moonshine in Kentucky. … read more

Posted in: Art, Interviews & FeaturesTagged: Alpine Distilling, Rob Sergent

Pallet: Spooning Up Something New

Posted on November 2, 2017 (January 24, 2022) by Asha Pruitt
Pallet allures with offerings that range from its visionary and decadent cocktail menu to its elegant, farm-fresh dishes (pictured: Elk). Photo: Talyn Sherer

Currently rated No. 28 out of 1,205 restaurants in Salt Lake City on TripAdvisor, Pallet is extremely underrated when it comes to its online popularity. … read more

Posted in: Food ReviewsTagged: Pallet

The Desert’s Well: Lake Effect

Posted on November 2, 2017 (January 24, 2022) by Asha Pruitt
Nick Chachas

Lake Effect is beyond capable of satisfying a more potent palette. Don’t miss the Latin-inspired kitchen, there’s something here for everyone. … read more

Posted in: Art, Interviews & FeaturesTagged: Lake Effect

Angel Olsen @ The Depot 10.17

Posted on October 25, 2017 (January 24, 2022) by Asha Pruitt
Angel Olsen at The Depot. Photo: Kia McGinnis

In a way, seeing Angel Olsen is such a treat because she reminds us to show up for ourselves, to sing our own songs clearly and without pretense. … read more

Posted in: Show ReviewsTagged: Angel Olsen, The Depot

Booze You Should Choose

Posted on November 2, 2017 (January 24, 2022) by Asha Pruitt

With the bevy of new distilleries opening in Utah there’s a lot to sort through. Here’s a handy set of reviews to save you time at the store. … read more

Posted in: Art, Interviews & FeaturesTagged: Beehive Distilling, Distillery 36, New World Distillery

The Desert’s Well: Copper Common

Posted on November 2, 2017 (January 24, 2022) by Asha Pruitt
Adam Bagby | Photo: Talyn Sherer

The world may never know what constitutes a great bar but, if I had to point one out for reference, Copper Common would be on that list. … read more

Posted in: Art, Interviews & FeaturesTagged: Copper Common

Localized: Winter Grain

Posted on November 2, 2017 (January 24, 2022) by Asha Pruitt
(L–R) Melissa Collins, Rob Alvord, Tim Neu, Kate Anderson, Secily Anderson, Tara Shupe, Tim Mills. | Photos by Johnny Cowan / johnnybetts.com

Winter Grain are in its infancy. They formed in January and, one month later, recorded their first EP, which won a 2017 City Weekly Best of Utah Award. … read more

Posted in: LocalizedTagged: Localized, Winter Grain
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