Avrey Evans

Jan 26

James Beard Announces Nine Utah Semi-Finalists

By Avrey Evans Eat & Drink

In the food community, there are little higher accolades than the James Beard Awards. The non-profit organization has been recognizing and uplifting exceptional individuals in the restaurant community since 1990, and is considered one of the most prestigious recognitions in the industry. Throughout its 30 years in existence, the James Beard Foundation has evolved from a provisional tastemaker into a thought leader honoring those pushing the needle forward in food. In 2021, the organization announced an overhaul of its mission statement to center a commitment to racial and gender equity. As their mission statement denotes, “The James Beard Foundation is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to celebrate, support, and elevate the people behind America’s food culture and champion a standard of good food anchored in talent, equity and sustainability.”

The revision in the foundation’s values and standards have perhaps renewed the James Beard Awards’ prominence in the food community (and redeemed them from a near-cancellation in 2020), and restaurateurs/chefs around the country are glowing at the recent announcement of the 2023 semi-finalists. Released officially on Jan. 25, the foundation nominated culinary connoisseurs across the country for categories like Outstanding Chef, Outstanding Hospitality and Outstanding Bar. Nominated across several categories, nine Utah chefs and restaurants are in the running to take home the ‘Oscar’ of cuisine, here’s how they shake out:

Hell’s Backbone Grill and Farm For Outstanding Restaurant

Jen Castle and Blake Spalding, owners of Hell’s Backbone, have been named semi-finalists in the James Beard Awards in previous years. Including in 2020, when they were announced as winners of Best Chef category, only to be devastated when the organization decided not to name any winners in 2020 or 2021. Despite the turbulence of past years, the minds behind Hell’s Backbone have maintained their tenacious spirit and exceptional food.

Normal Ice Cream for Best Bakery

The retro ice cream truck turned confectionery connoisseur is well-loved for their selection of bars, sandwiches, choco tacos and sweet treats. Their unconventional flavor combinations and high-quality ingredients have rightfully caught the attention of the James Beard Judges.

Manoli’s for Outstanding Hospitality

Manoli’s Mediterranean fusion menu adds flavor and flair to Salt Lake’s dining scene, and owners Manoli and Katrina Katsanevas are well-respected leaders in the food community. Apart from Katsanevas’ focus on delicious food, they place emphasis on caring for customers. Said by Manoli himself: “That’s why you get into the business, to feed and please people.”

Post Office Place for Outstanding Bar

Conceived by the minds of sushi Hall of Fame favorite, Takashi, Post Office Place has solidified its place as a distinct steward of Nikkei flavor and creativity. Bar Manager Crystal Daniels and chef Brendan Kawakami have built on that foundation to create a menu overflowing with Japanese spirits and experiential bites.

Paul Chamberlain and Logen Crew of SLC Eatery for Best Chef (Mountain Region)

Chamberlain and Crew have been unmistakable talents in Utah Kitchen for a long time, and SLC Eatery has become a go-to recommendation for foodies for several years. The constantly evolving menu offers a new adventure upon every visit.

Young-Ho Kang and Peter Kim of The Angry Korean for Best Chef (Mountain Region)

Kim and Yang, both of which have extensive backgrounds in Korean and NYC kitchens, have built an exciting Korean-American fusion menu that’s ignited Utah’s taste buds.

Ali Sabbah of Mazza for Best Chef (Mountain Region)

Sabbah introduced countless Utahns to middle eastern flavors, and we loved it. His complex Lebanese dishes tell a story of tradition and nostalgia, which Sabbah works to preserve through his hands-on commitment to traditional methods in the kitchen.

Andrew Fuller of Oquirrh for Best Chef (Mountain Region)

Fuller and his wife Angie opened Oquirrh in 2019, placing importance on a chef-run and local-driven experience. Their ever-shifting menu is always elevated and always delightful, while never venturing into stuffy territory.

Briar Handly of Handle for Best Chef (Mountain Region)

Briar Handly has been nominated for a James Beard Award in the past, thanks to his approach to cuisine that has always remained humble and inventive. Daily-printed menus accommodate his constant spur-of-the-moment ideas and seasonal ingredients to spotlight the best of Utah produce.

Jan 24

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Rediscovering Lost Liquor With Waterpocket Distillery

By Avrey Evans After Dark, Eat & Drink

Step through the doors of West Valley’s Waterpocket Distillery and you might think you’ve walked into the lab of a mad scientist. Glass beakers, high-tech evaporators and jars upon jars of herbs, spices and dried flowers line shelves inside the warehouse. This little corner of curiosities is where co-founder and craft distiller Alan Scott spends countless hours refining recipes. But they aren’t just any boozy recipes. Scott combines his passion for flavor and his wife/co-founder’s background in chemical engineering with the art of ancient botanical distillation to create one-of-a-kind products.

In addition to his title as mad scientist, Scott is also a historian of spirits. His quest for unique botanical elixirs led him to the middle ages, where he discovered an overlap between medicinal and aromatic ingredients. “I learned of the Mennonites who sought refuge from religious persecution in the 15th century,” says Scott. “They couldn’t work in traditional guilds so they essentially founded a distillery in the Free City of Danzig.” As one of the earliest examples of aesthetically-driven distillation, the Mennonites formed what’s known as the Danziger tradition. They crafted a pantheon of spirits including Goldwasser, a gold-fleck herbal spirit. Despite their influence, by the 1800s most of the Mennonites’ Danziger recipes were lost to time—until now. “In almost every case, something like this hasn’t been made in hundreds of years.”

So, how does one go about recreating a forgotten spirit made with ancient ingredients and techniques? “Well, it’s a lot of reading,” says Scott. “You’ve got to translate from the original language as it was back in that day and age—terms will change, measurement systems change and the world has changed.” Scott has tracked down authors in 19th century Milan and 17th century France who reference the same spirit in 10 different interpretations. “When I get into the lab it’s a lot of trial and error to find out what works,” he explains. “In some cases, you have to make a leap of faith.” One such leap of faith led to Waterpocket’s flagship product Oread, a full-strength botanical blend of star anise, orange peel, chamomile and other aromatic roots. Waterpocket’s lineup of Long Lost spirits now includes four distinct products like Minthe—a recreation of 19th-century Milanese dessert liqueur.

Scott’s craft has done more than unearth bygone distilling traditions, he’s also redefining what we’ve come to define as a botanical spirit. Cocktail lounges and dive bars across the country are stocking their shelves with Waterpocket’s unique lineup. Instead of reaching for gin, bartenders are reaching for Oread or Minthe, to reimagine classic cocktails with complex instantaneous flavor. And as consumers try something new, they’re also connecting with a piece of history and a piece of themselves. “I often say to people when they ask about something they believe is exotic like Kummel, ‘this is your heritage.’” Despite being lost to time or neglected by modern American craft distillers, Scott’s reincarnations of the past are reconnecting people with their ancestral drinking traditions.

Look for Waterpocket the next time you’re in the liquor store, or visit their distillery and tasting room to see the mad scientist himself at work. Waterpocket has also opened a new distillery and tasting room in Torrey, Utah. Visit their site and socials for more information.

Jan 20

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Diversity Houses Center Inclusivity and Representation at Sundance Film Festival

By Avrey Evans Film, Sundance

Every January, Sundance Film Festival offers a platform for filmmakers and artisans to share their stories with the world. Acting as a gatekeeper to Hollywood, the films that premiere at Sundance go on to reach global audiences and skyrocket entire filmmaking teams to the top. Historically, most of the movies embraced by the big shots are centered around a singular American experience—a white experience. To break away from this homogenized tradition, diversity-focused organization The LatinX House is heading up to Park City to hold space for black, brown, and indigenous storytellers at Sundance.

Activist Mònica Ramírez, actor/producer Olga Segura and writer/producer Alexandra Martìnez Kondracke co-founded The LatinX House in 2019 when they noticed the underrepresentation of the Latinx community at Sundance and in film as a whole. “We know there’s a huge problem in the way our community is represented on screen,” says Ramírez. They launched their inaugural house in 2020 during the festival’s first virtual format and have since held in-person activations at SXSW, and their own festival in Aspen called Raizado. Each new festival allows the LatinX team to create an inclusive and welcoming space for meaningful conversations. “It’s important to create a gathering place of filmmakers and creatives alongside activists and other kinds of leaders in our community to be able to share ideas, tackle social issues, get creative and hopefully form really great collaborations,” says Ramírez.

This year, the team at The LatinX House has organized their first in-person activation at Sundance, including a full schedule of panels, private screenings, moderated conversations, and awards ceremonies. Between the packed program, Ramírez and her team included plenty of time for socializing and community building. “We’ve built in these community hours so that people can be in the space and let the conversation marinate, get some creative juices flowing in terms of how they might want to work with other people.” Above all, the Sundance house was built around love. “We build our houses with a lot of love and authenticity,” Ramírez beams. “People walk into that house and take notice of all these little special touches. They understand that we developed this experience with a lot of heart.”

Outside of its own programs, the LatinX House also takes on a larger role in cross-cultural programing throughout the festival. “This year, we’ve been able to do cultural programming and collaborating with the Sunrise House, The Blackhouse Foundation, IllumiNative and a few other partners,” says Ramírez. “There are some really special moments coming throughout the festival that we’ll all be able to come together across the houses.”

After the dust settles on Park City and the sundancers have departed, The LatinX House will continue efforts to uplift diverse experiences in film. Following the success of their 2022 Adelante Directors Fellowship Program and their own 2022 Raizado film festival held in Aspen, the LatinX team is ready to maintain the momentum. And as for our own Salty city, Ramírez says she is proud to see Latinx leadership that are making strides for a broader national agenda, “It’s really wonderful to see communities continuing to grow here, and the leaders on the ground making sure to address specific issues that are important to our community.”

You can find The LatinX House’s full schedule on their website, follow them on socials to stay up to date with all their Sundance happenings.

Dec 14

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Review: ‘A Christmas Story, The Musical’ at Pioneer Theatre

By Avrey Evans Arts & Culture

All around the state, Utahns celebrate Christmas with over-the-top lighting displays and a welcome barrage of snowfall. Of course, the state’s top artists and entertainers take full advantage of the season by putting on cheerful renditions of Christmas favorites. One such production, capturing the magic of the holidays, and nostalgia for tradition is playing now at Pioneer Memorial Theatre, running through Dec. 24 2022, A Christmas Story, The Musical is a Tony-nominated adaptation of the beloved 1983 film. The production features music by Benj Pasek and Justin Paul, the songwriting team for Dear Evan Hansen, La La Land and The Greatest Showman, and choreography by PTC Artistic Director Karen Azenberg. Brought to life by a charismatic kid and adult ensemble, the production is a charming rendition of a Christmas classic.

The musical adaptation of the holiday comedy stays true to the original plotline. It’s a classic tale any Christmas fanatic worth their weight in baubles knows perhaps too well. Set in 1940s Holman Indiana, a young Ralphee Parker, played by the exceptional Mack Boyer, yearns for the ultimate gift—a Red Ryder BB gun. Between Ralphee’s maneuvers to convince his parents and teacher that he WILL NOT shoot his eye out with an air rifle (all bets are off for bullies, burglars and bandits), the audience is led through a series of vignettes relating to the Parkers narrated by Don Noble, playing an adult Ralphee.

Pioneer Theatre Company in A Christmas Story, The Musical (Photo credit BW Productions)

Lyrics and music by Benj Pasek and Justin Paul allow the vocals of this talented cast to shine while widening the scope of scenes that don’t get much airtime in the film. Ralphee’s Old Man, played by Danny Bernardy, gives an outstanding comedic performance celebrating his ‘major award.’ Joined onstage by dancing lampshades with fishnet-clad legs and suited men exclaiming their admiration, it was one of my favorite acts of the evening. Other standout songs include, “You’ll Shoot Your Eye Out” sung by Miss Shields (EJ Zimmerman), “When You’re a Wimp,” performed by an ensemble of kids, and “What a Mother Does,” performed by Ralphee’s Mother as played by Stephanie Maloney on the evening I saw the show.

The mixed cast comprising adults and children played well to an all-ages audience. Energetic numbers by kids contemplating if they should alert their teacher to the boy frozen to a flagpole appealed to everyone’s inner child. (Meanwhile, tongue-in-cheek jokes about blue bowling balls solicited knowing chuckles from the adult audience.) I was consistently impressed with the younger cast, who belted out musical numbers and executed choreography with skill.

Danny Bernardy (center) and Company in A Christmas Story, The Musical at Pioneer Memorial Theatre (Photo credit BW Productions)

Scenic designer James Noone constructed a simple set reflecting the modesty of the time. Skeletal frames lower onto the stage to transport the audience from the Parkers’ home, to the bustling Higbees toy shop, and through various singsong vignettes (picture Ralphee heroically battling villains with his deadly Red Ryder BB gun). Costumes by K.L. Alberts were similarly simple and nostalgic—plaid and holiday patterns tying a cohesive thread.

A Christmas Story, The Musical maintains the charm of the film and offers the bonus of musical theater. Told through the innocent lens of childhood, the message is simple: All you need for Christmas is family, festivity AND a Red Ryder Carbine 200-shot Range Model air rifle, with a compass in the stock and this thing that tells time.

A Christmas Story, The Musical runs through Dec. 24, 2022. Find tickets and more information at pioneertheatre.org.

Dec 07

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The 2023 Kilby Block Party Lineup Announced

By Avrey Evans Kilby Block Party, Music

S&S Presents announced the 2023 Kilby Block Party lineup on Tuesday, and it’s their biggest ticket yet. Previous festival headliners included heavy hitters like Pheobe Bridgers, Mac DeMarco and Choir Boy. The strong rank of performers drew thousands of fans to Library Square, where festivalgoers got a taste of their very own Salt Lake Coachella (complete with overpriced food trucks and not enough shade structures).

We thought it couldn’t be done, but the now three-day 2023 Kilby Block Party is set to eclipse its predecessor with big names like The Strokes, Yeah Yeah Yeah’s, Pavement, Japanese Breakfast, Pixies and more. The fourth annual event is also moving closer to its west-side roots to the Utah State Fairpark. Attendees can expect a bit more space to stretch out this year, and hopefully more opportunities for local vendors, artists and entertainment.

Of course, a Kilby function wouldn’t be complete without the addition of local musicians, which Salt Lake has no shortage of. Acts like Ritt Momney, Sunsleeper, Tolchock Trio and more will take the stage at the festival, and many more indie artists from across the world are set to infuse Salt Lake with some alternative spice.

Tickets are on sale now, and are expected to sell out quickly. Last year’s event sold out in just over a week. The 2023 Kilby Block Party is May 12-14th.

The full lineup here:

Headliners: Yeah Yeah Yeah’s, Pavement, and The Strokes.

Supporting acts include: Pixies, Run The Jewels, TBA, Japanese Breakfast, The Backseat Lovers, Hippo Campus, The Walkmen, Caroline Polachek, Cuco, Goth Babe, TBA, Parquet Courts, Surf Curse, TBA, Osees, Faye Webster, TBA, Lucius, Gus Dapperton, Ritt Momney, Crumb, Ethel Cain, Frankie Cosmos, Jean Dawson, Indigo De Souza, Alice Phoebe Lou, Deerhoof, Dreamer Isioma, Wednesday, Kate Bollinger, Mannequin Pussy, Westerman, The Moss, Tamino, Spill Tab, Wallice, Julie, Momma, Grace Ives, Noso, Miya Folick, Tanuckichan, Tolchock Trio, Deeper, Sunsleeper, Worlds Worst, The Plastic Cherries, Kipper Snack, Fonteyn, Backhand, Hi Again, Homephone, Anais Chantal, Musor, Sunhills, Josh Doss & The Cancers

Find our coverage of the 2022 Kilby Block Party here!

Dec 02

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Three Businesses Reducing Food Waste in Utah

By Avrey Evans City Watch

The United States puts about 80 billion pounds of food in the garbage every year. Food takes up more space in our landfills than anything else. Landfills account for about 20 percent of methane emissions.

That’s disgusting.

Others think so too. That’s why several sustainable thinkers have come up with creative solutions to reduce food waste in Utah. Between providing community compost bins, to diverting surplus food from dumpsters to eager consumers, the following businesses are leading the charge in ethical eating.

Waste Less Solutions

Dana Williams is the founder of Waste Less Solutions, a nonprofit committed to making a significant reduction in food waste in Utah.

“We hear about it all the time,” says Williamson. “Meat plants disposing of tainted meat, food shortages in grocery stores reflecting food wasted in the fields.” While the mere existence of recycling bins has made us more aware of our garbage, most of us still throw away a lot of food. Restaurants and institutions throw away even more. Waste Less Solutions partnered with technology-based nonprofit Food Rescue US divert to our community’s food waste to those who continually struggle with food insecurity, i.e., hungry people. In Utah, that’s about 400,000 people.

“To date, we have saved over 1,070,000 meals—equivalent to providing three meals a day to over 356,000 individuals within Salt Lake County area,” says Williamson.

Small bites, that’s what it takes.

“We are getting donors in the food industry, agencies that work to feed the hungry and volunteer rescuers who will deliver the food from donors to the receiving agencies. We educate consumers and food entities on the issue and solutions, and we offer a food diversion program that engages our community to help rescue edible food and get it to those who are food insecure.”

Waste Less certifies restaurants that are working with them, giving out a checklist of 10 things to do. The restaurant gets marketing promotions and good karma by being certified.

“We also want to teach consumers about food waste—we’re working on doing rescue from backyard gardens and encouraging people to take home food they don’t eat in restaurants.”

Like we said, small bites. Rico’s, The Pago Group, The Downtown Farmers Market have all signed up. Other donors include The Blended Table, Tracy Aviary, Stone Ground Bakery, Lux Catering and Events, and many many more.

Why not encourage your favorite restaurant to join the effort?

Extrabites

When Luccin Ifote noticed the amount of food waste his former grocery employer was creating, he was frustrated. Grocery stores, bakeries and other food marketplaces throw out massive amounts of surplus food at the end of the day. While others saw an unfortunate yet unavoidable byproduct of food production, Ifote saw an opportunity.

“I thought, ‘how can we eliminate food that would end up in the trash and give it to people that are willing to pay for it at a discounted price?’” Between rising inflation and growing consumer consciousness, more people are looking for alternative food sources. Iffote’s business, Extrabites, became that alternative solution.

Still in its early stages, Extrabites was only just created two months ago. Working as a middleman, Extrabites connects food vendors with customers. “Extrabites is a marketplace where people can shop from different bakeries and grocery stores to buy their surplus food at a discounted price,” says CEO and Co-founder Ifote.

Here’s how it works: Users visit extrabites.com and subscribe to receive text notifications when a business has a food surplus. After making a selection, the consumer pays for the items at a discounted price, some as much as 70% off. The food vendor will list time slots for available pick-up, making it a seamless shopping experience for all parties.

Considering its wide application and efficiency, it’s not a surprise that Extrabites is turning heads. In just a few short months, the platform has gained 2,500 customers and has partnered up with local businesses like Chubby Baker, Liberty Heights Fresh, Provo Bakery, Doki Doki and more. But Ifote is far from finished. “Eventually, we want Extrabites to incorporate delivery and function like Doordash or Ubereats,” he says. He also wants to partner with grocery chains like Smiths, Harmons, Target and Walmart.

Reducing food waste in Utah while giving people access to healthy and affordable food is a win-win for all parties. Visit Extrabites.com to start shopping surplus food near you.

Animalia

Of course, there’s no avoiding the fact that some food needs to be thrown out. Whether it’s scraps left from dinner or a mystery meal that’s turned into sludge in the back of your work’s fridge, throwing out inedible food is a necessity—but that doesn’t mean it doesn’t contribute to harmful greenhouse gas emissions. Instead of aiming for the trash bin, food can be disposed in compost bins. Building a compost bin at home isn’t rocket science, and the resulting soil-like particles are a gardener’s best friend. However, the less appealing byproducts of decomposition turn many off, especially for apartment dwellers.

Enter—Animalia. A local shop selling handmade goods and a bulk refill station, Animalia also offers a community food waste collection. Located in the back parking lot, people can drop off acceptable items in large green bins and rest assured their food isn’t rotting in a landfill.

Exactly where does all that compost end up? Once a week, Momentum Recycling hauls off the compost bings to Wasatch Resource Recovery’s anaerobic digester. The food is converted to biogas for sustainable energy production or given to local farms as biofertilizers. Users pay a small service fee depending on the weight of their drop-off to cover this service.

Composting as easy as one, two, three! Visit Animalia’s site to view acceptable food waste items.

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Dec 01

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Holiday Makers Markets in Utah this Weekend

By Avrey Evans City Watch

‘Tis the season to love local, especially when it comes to gift-giving. Whether you’re looking for a sentimental gift for a loved one or a white elephant novelty for under $10, Utah makers and artisans have you covered. And as holiday shoppers know all too well (and others seem to forget year after year) it’s never too early to start hunting for goods. To kickstart the season, consider these holiday makers markets happening throughout Utah this weekend.

ChristKINDLmarkt

A unique shopping experience inspired by traditional German Christmas markets is coming to This Is The Place Heritage Park. The weekend market features 90+ vendor booths selling unique gifts and craft food. Children and adults can also enjoy storytelling, a petting zoo and a scavenger hunt.

Nov. 30 – Dec. 3., 11 a.m.–8 p.m.

This is the Place Heritage Park, 2601 E. Sunnyside Ave., SLC.

Craft Lake City Holiday Market

The fourth annual Craft Lake City Holiday Market in Ogden gives shoppers the opportunity to meet makers and artisans from across the state. The two-day market features over 120 food and goods vendors. Admission is $5-7.

Dec. 2, 5 p.m.–10 p.m. Dec. 3, 10 a.m.–4 p.m.

Ogden Union Station 2245 Wall Ave, Ogden.

Dickens’ Christmas Festival

In the spirit of ‘A Christmas Carol,’ this unique entertainment and shopping experience features Olde English shops and Victorian-era characters. You might even converse with Queen Victoria herself as you wander through the streets of Old London. Admission is $8–10.

Nov. 30 – Dec. 3, 10 a.m. – 9 p.m.

Dixie Convention Center

1835 Convention Center Dr., St. George

2022 Hanukkah Market

Presented by the JCC, this year’s Hanukkah Market features live music, a book sale, local vendors, food and more.

Dec. 4, 12 p.m. – 5 p.m.

JCC Social Hall

2 North Medical Drive, SLC

Holiday Open House & Art Fair

Shop handmade gifts like glass art, jewelry, fiber art and more at Red Butte Garden’s holiday market. Shoppers can also take 10% off all Garden Gift Shop purchases for an even brighter shopping experience.

Dec. 3–4, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Richard K. Hemingway Orangerie

300 Wakara Way, SLC

Love Local Holiday Market

Wasatch Community Gardens presents its first holiday market featuring over 30 food vendors, makers and holiday activities. The indoor/outdoor market is all done up with a decorated tree forest, food trucks and craft stations. Admission is $5.

Dec. 3, 3 p.m.–8 p.m.

Wasatch Community Gardens’ Campus

629 E 800 S, SLC

Makers Market at Create PC

The Arts Council of Park City & Summit County announces a seasonal pop-up shop. The holiday shopping experience features 70 local artisans, makers and entrepreneurs selling various hand-made goods, including furniture, ornaments, paintings, chocolates, beauty products and more.

Open Dec. 2–24, 12 p.m.– 6 p.m. daily.
CREATE PC space 660 Main St. Park City

Peetneet Christmas Boutique

The small town of Payson serves as a charming backdrop for a Christmas Boutique. Held in the Peetneet Museum, the event features holiday vendors, entertainment and a miniature train show.

Dec. 2, 4 p.m.– 9 p.m., Dec. 3, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Peetneet Museum

10 North 600 East, Payson

Santa’s Family Holiday Market

Get your holiday shopping done at the family-friendly holiday market in Lehi. The shopping experience features over 150 vendors in a Christmas village setting. Kids can enjoy guided tours of the petting zoo and story time with Rudolph and Santa.

Dec. 2, 12 p.m.–8 p.m., Dec. 3, 10 a.m. –6 pm.

Lehi Farmer’s Market

7431 North 8000 West, Lehi

Salt & Honey Holiday Market

Featuring holiday decor, accessories, clothing and much more, the Salt & Honey Holiday Market is a must-visit for any shopper. With multiple locations throughout the valley, they have everything you need to earn gift-giver of the year.

Now until Dec. 31

9th and 9th

926 E 900 S, SLC

Fashion Place

6191 S State St, Murray

Visit Salt Lake

90 S W Temple St., SLC

SLC Punk Rock Flea Holiday Market

The Punk Rock Flea Market has all your unusual gifting needs covered. Their holiday market featured 30 local vendors selling illustrations, stickers, handmade goods and more. DJ Nixbeat and DJ Retrograde are also providing tunes for a truly punk rock Christmas.

Dec. 4, 3 p.m. – 8 p.m.

Sugar Space Arts Warehouse

132 S. 800 W, SLC

The Silly Holiday Bazaar

A festive indoor market where shoppers can meet local vendors and find one-of-a-kind gifts. Admission is free.

Dec. 3, 12 p.m. – 8 p.m., Dec. 4, 12 p.m. – 6 p.m.

The Shops at South Town

10450 S State St., Sandy

UMFA Holiday Market

Support local artists and the Utah Museum of Fine Arts at their Holiday Market. Shop one-of-a-kind gifts like ceramics, candles, woodworking, soaps and more.

Dec. 3 – 4, 9 a.m.–5 p.m.

Utah Museum of Fine Arts, 410 Campus Center Drive, University of Utah.