Life + Culture

A Community Comes Together in Celebratory Gratitude

In the spirit of Thanksgiving, sellout crowd enjoys Taste of the Town at Kayenta! Article by Marianne Hamilton | Photography by Alan Holben Miranda Wright was binge-watching past episodes of Top Chef when the idea struck. Less than six months later, Miranda—executive director of the Center for the Arts at Kayenta—was delighted to see a capacity crowd of 300 art fans and foodies fill the Center’s courtyard for the first-ever “Taste of the Town at Kayenta!” celebration. Co-hosted by St. George...

Life + Culture

A Journey of Honor

and a Miracle in Washington D.C. Article and Photography by David Cordero As a volunteer for Utah Honor Flight, I had the privilege of joining nine unforgettable trips with men and women who made great sacrifices during World War II, the Korean War and Vietnam. These flights were more than just a journey to Washington, D.C.; they were a long-overdue tribute to brave military veterans who sacrificed so much. Each trip was filled with moments that were heartwarming, inspiring and often deeply...

Life + Culture

Sharing the Thanksgiving Tradition

How Iranian immigrant, Frank Habibian, continues to give back Article by Fred Bernhardt and Holly Infante | Photography by Asher Swan; Fred Bernhardt Once a lone immigrant from an Iranian family of 12, Frank Hibibian, now a notable business proprietor in Las Vegas and St. George, has never forgotten the warmth of his first American Thanksgiving. And since the 1970s, Frank has continued to pay it forward. “Our family had a good life in Iran,” Frank recalls, “but I was enamored with America...

Food + Beverage

Savor the Season with Stress-free Holiday Meals

Dinners curated by Digby's in-house chef and award-winning butcher shop Article by Jennifer Sperry | Photography by Courtesy of Digby's As we step into the holiday season, we long for stress-free gatherings where we can savor meaningful moments with our loved ones. Look to Digby's to eliminate the worry with your holiday cooking! Our award-winning custom butcher shop and in-house chef have carefully curated Digby’s Holiday Dinners so you can focus on what matters most—family and friends. Just...

Food + Beverage

For the Love of Fabulous Food

Southern Utah sees an eclectic mix of culinary adventures Article and Photography by JJ Abernathy Southern Utah has become a destination where one may find that every meal is a chance to truly make life delicious! Residents and visitors alike have a smorgasboard of gastronomical choices in haute cuisine--that is, cooking characterized by meticulous preparation, elevated presentation and the use of high quality ingredients. Although we have listed just nine restaurants, many more might have...

Food + Beverage

Delectable Cookie Bites

Chef Swan's delightful twist on a beloved classic Article and Photography by Asher Swan Ingredients: Cookies: 8 ounces (2 sticks) butter, softened ¾ cup sugar 2  large eggs 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking powder 1 teaspoon salt Cream Filling: 8 ounces milk ¼ cup sugar 3 ¾ tablespoons cornstarch ½ teaspoon salt 2 egg yolks 1 teaspoon vanilla  Chocolate Topping: 1 cup...

Food + Beverage

Chicken Meat Balls

Elevate simple chicken meatballs with a Thai-inspired curry broth with cucumber relish Article and Photography by Victoria Topham INGREDIENTS: 1 pound   ground chicken 3 cloves garlic, minced 4 scallions, chopped 1 bunch, cilantro, chopped 4 tablespoons breadcrumbs 1   whole egg 2 tablespoons red curry paste 1-inch   ginger, grated 1   bag baby spinach 2   cans coconut milk ½ cups chicken stock 3 tablespoons parsley, minced 1 lime, juice and zest Steamed rice for serving   ...

Entertainment

With Intention

Social District Executive Chef Doug Gerpheide aims to showcase Utah's best Article by Marianne Hamilton | Photography by Chef Doug Ger As his knife expertly slides through a hunk of sashimi-grade tuna, the ink on Doug Gerpheide’s arms tells a story. The characters and artwork speak of his heritage, his love of Asian culture, and most importantly, his passion for food. That passion—first ignited while cooking alongside his grandmother, who emigrated from Japan, and later refined at Le Cordon...

Sports + Recreation

This Prodigy Golfs in Style

The prodigious pathways of Tangtang Thossansin Article and Photography by Asher J. Swan At age 4, Tangtang Worlawalun Thossansin expressed interest in golf after accompanying her father to golf courses in her native Thailand. Her father, Thoss Thossansin, wasted no time in nurturing her interest. Soon Tangtang, as she is known by family and friends, had a coach and began competing. By age 6, she had made a name for herself. Upon arriving in the United States, Tangtang ascended to the ranks of...

Home Services

Tips and Tricks for Better Wi-Fi

Article by Will Chamblee | Photography by Lou Thao If you are experiencing slow or inconsistent internet speeds in your home or business, it may have nothing to do with your service from your provider. In fact, there are easy things you can do to improve your Wi-Fi speeds. TDS Telecom Manager of Consumer Data Product Management, Brandon Laufenberg, shares DIY tips and tricks to improve your internet experience. 1. Router Placement Where you place your Wi-Fi router matters. Wi-Fi routers...