Food + Beverage

Experience the Heart of Xalisco's

Authentic Mexican flavors and Jalisco roots meet vibrant Ogden culture. Article by Katrina Hammond Nestled in the heart of the community, Xalisco Tequila Bar and Restaurant offers a celebration of heritage, family, and local culture. Owned by brothers David and Luis Lopez alongside family friend Kerry Gibson, this local hotspot is deeply rooted in a rich family story. The Lopez family originally moved to Ogden from Tequila, Jalisco, Mexico. Today, they have successfully woven the vibrant...

Food + Beverage

The Winemaking Pioneers of Utah

Behind the scenes at Purple Sky Winery and Restaurant, where meticulous winemaking meets fresh ingredients, elevated dining, and exceptional hospitality. Article by Evana Mauriz | Photography by Angel Ferreira Behind every bottle at Purple Sky Winery lies an intense, round-the-clock operation. Under the guidance of Head Winemaker/General Manager David McKieve, the winemaking process is a meticulous science that begins long before sunrise. Harvest begins under the cover of darkness...

Health + Wellness

Kindness Chronicles: Life Lived Fully

Sometimes kindness means giving yourself permission to live your life, regardless of its obstacles. Article by Molly Harper Life Is Meant to Be Lived: A Podcast  People often ask me how I do everything I do while living with cystic fibrosis. My sarcastic answer has always been, “Well, there’s no other option but to lay around and be sad all day.” Of course, I learned to say it a little more kindly: life is meant to be lived. At first, it was just a phrase I started saying. But the more I...

Travel

A Taste of Spain

A journey through the simple flavors and traditions of central Spain Article by Evana Mauriz I’d like to take you on a journey thousands of miles away to a small town in the heart of Spain. This is the pueblo of Tudela de Duero, where the Duero River has shaped the land, culture, and lives of families for generations. While its roots date back to the Roman era, Tudela began taking shape in the 12th century. Then, around the 16th century, tomatoes arrived from the Americas, eventually becoming...