Flash Back Friday: Purse Dreams

On 9th South and near 9th East is a somewhat new store called Purse Dreams.  It's an up-scale boutique featuring one-of-a-kind purses, clutches, wallets and more.

When you want a handbag that you won't see anyone else carrying all over town, this is the place for you.  The purses have been hand selected by the owner, Jennifer, who is in the shop almost every day of the week.

Most of the bags Purse Dreams carry are genuine leather while 90% are Italian leather.  Purse Dreams specializes in top quality products.

Purse Dreams also has a good selection of messenger bags and briefcases for both men and women.

Purse Dreams is open Tuesday through Saturday 10:00 am to 6:00 pm.
Stop in and check out Purse Dreams for your self.

Purse Dreams

1065 East 900 South

Salt Lake City, Utah

(801) 355-3550

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Flash Back Friday: The NPS Store

Have you ever wanted something you never knew you needed? That's how I feel every time I walk though the doors at The NPS Store in Salt Lake City. Not only do they have the widest selection of goods, they are sold at discounted prices.

The NPS Store is a salvage and freight recovery company in Salt Lake.  With two stores, you'll find just about anything you could ever want or need-even if you didn't previously know it existed.  One store is a retail destination consisting of a grocery/clothing department and an everything from house and plumbing supplies to automotive and sporting goods department. The other store is run online through Amazon.com and auction-style via Ebay.  In fact, NPS is one of the largest sellers of treasures on Ebay.

The beauty of NPS' online store being located in Salt Lake? If you happen to win one of their millions of products on one of their thousands of online auctions, you can bolt down to their online store and pick up your item - free of shipping charges.Learn more about in-store pickup here.

Now I must warn you, shopping at The NPS Store isn't all the sparkle we boast. It may require an open mind and some digging. But that is part of the fun, that and the unexpected treasure you are sure to find each shopping trip.

On your first visit to The NPS Store make sure to register with customer service, they will give you a $3.00 credit (it can go a long way). If you bring a friend they will give you a $7.00 credit.

The NPS Store             

1600 South Empire Road
Salt Lake City

Monday - Friday 10:00 am to 7:00 pm

Saturday 9:00 am to 6:00 pm

            

The NPS Store- Industrial

1601 South Empire Road      
Salt Lake City

Monday - Friday 9:00 am to 6:00 pm

               

Z "Tejas Southwestern Grill

Z'Tejas Is a great restaurant at The Gateway.  This past week I stopped in for lunch and it was delicious.  In fact, I'm already planning my next visit.  They have menus for lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch.  But they also have good sized vegetarian and gluten-free menus.

Z'Tejas starts you out with their fresh made cornbread and whipped honey butter.  It is skillet baked every 30 minutes and served warm at your table.

We tried their cast-iron skillet dumplings with pork and shrimp.  I would recommend them.  But we also saw a neighboring table with the Table-side Guacamole.  We are planning that for our next visit.  It looked so delicious and fun to be made table side too.

We ordered the Anchiote Chicken Chopped salad.  It is served as above but then dressed by your server at the table with a ranch vinegarette.  I loved the table side service with the salad.  The flavors of all the ingredients blended to make a perfect filling salad.

We also had the Blackened Catfish Tacos. The ingredients taste so fresh and you can tell everything is made to order at Z'Tejas.  These tacos will definitely be ordered again.  They also come on the appetizer menu.

A must order for the chocolate lover is the Ancho Fudge Pie.  Their famous fudge pie is made with walnuts, pecans and a pinch of ancho chile to bring out the rich chocolate flavor, served warm with whipped cream.

The service at Z'Tejas was exceptional.  We were seated promptly and had just the right amount of attention through out the meal.  It was a great lunch all around.

This week Z'Tejas is having several specials but they also have Happy Hour Specials every day between 4:00-7:00 pm featuring $5-$6-$7 appetizers.  Most large enough for a meal.  And many hand mixed drinks too.

Z’TEJAS SOUTHWESTERN GRILL CELEBRATES

NATIONAL CORNBREAD DAY & ADMINISTRATIVE

PROFESSIONALS WEEK

  SALT LAKE CITY  Z’Tejas Southwestern Grill, the local cornbread expert, will celebrate National Cornbread Day on April 27.

At Z’Tejas, cornbread fresh from the oven is delivered to each table the restaurant has quickly become famous for its cornbread.

Additionally, April 22 – 26 is National Administrative Professionals Week. Diners can show appreciation to coworkers with lunch at Z’Tejas. Every administrative professional that visits will get a slice of our free Ancho Fudge Pie all week!

When: April 22 - 27

Where: Z’Tejas Southwestern Grill

191 South Rio Grande Street

801-456-0450

 Monday-Thursday 11am-10pm
Friday-Saturday 11am -11pm
Sunday: 12pm - 9pm
Happy Hour Monday-Friday 4-7pm
Brunch Saturday: 11-3
Brunch Sunday: 12-3

Flash Back Friday: Utrecht Art Supplies

By Beth Davis

It’s obvious when you walk through the door that Utrecht knows their business. Utrecht Art Supplies can supply you with the tools for your creative needs. They are well stocked with quantity and variety, whether novice or professional they have you covered.

Being a dabbler in several mediums, I find what I need and a great deal more. But what I like best is that the staff knows exactly what I need and where to find it.  Located on the street level of the Petersen’s Art Studios bldg. in the heart of Sugarhouse, they are easy to find and get to.

The store is stocked full with everything needed to explore one's creativity. Whether you need supplies for painting, drawing, sculpting, framing, printmaking, etc. you are sure to find it at Utrecht.

Utrecht Art Supplies
1025 East 2100 South
(801) 832-0400 
Hours M-F 9:00 am to 7:00 pm
Saturday 9:00 am to 5:00 pm

Pizza Factory

When you think pizza, a salad bar might not come to mind, but Pizza Factory has a great salad bar with fresh lettuce and numerous toppings. Pizza Factory uses fresh made dressings with lite versions also. The salad bar is offered in two sizes and take-out as well.

 And what's a salad bar without bread? We love the Pizza Factory bread twists. Order them plain, Parmesan, or cinnamon and sugar. You can also order dipping sauces to go with your bread twists. At just over a dollar each they are worth adding to every meal.

 

The restaurant has plenty of seating with both tables and booths. They also have a room that can be reserved for large groups or parties.

We can't forget to mention their excellent lunch specials. Their prices can't be beat. The lunch specials at Pizza factory feature pastas, salads, sandwiches, and of course pizza.

We saved the best for last, their pizza. Whether you like your pizza plain or loaded with toppings you will love the fresh made pizzas at Pizza Factory. 

Pizza Factory

3737 South 900 East 

Salt Lake City, Utah 

(801) 685-2397

Rubio's Fresh Mexican Grill

We recently had a chance to check out Rubio's Fresh Mexican Grill in Sugarhouse. Of course we have our favorite dishes that we order every time we eat at Rubio's, but this time we decided to try a few menu items we haven't had before.

Rubio's is well known for their fish tacos, we usually get those but this time we decided to mix it up by ordering the Avocado Corn Fish Taco. It did not disappoint.

 The Grilled Gourmet Taco with Steak was another winner, we loved the creamy chipotle sauce.

 

Another new favorite is the Grilled Chicken Nachos. You can order them as an appetizer to share or eat the whole thing as a meal, yes, they are that big. They come loaded with fresh guacamole, pinto beans, salsa fresca and jack and cheddar cheese or order some of it on the side for the picky eaters.

Rubio's also has a salsa bar.  While dining in you can spice up your meal any way you like with different salsa's or condiments.

Besides the great food, we love eating at Rubio's for their the clean restaurant, fast and friendly service, bottomless fountain drinks and

 

Rubio's

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Bruges Waffle and Frites in Sugar House

By Victoria Saley from obSEUSSed 

Bruges, the popular Belgian waffle and fry (frites) restaurant downtown Salt Lake City recently opened an additional location in Sugar House.



Bruges Waffles and Frites offers a simple menu of it’s classic Belgian Leige waffles and frites, along with a specialty Belgian burger and amazing dipping sauce mayos.



Take a look at this list of Mayos.  I tried the popular Andalouse sauce and loved the pops of pepper taste.



I’ve eaten there several times now and plan to keep going back. I enjoyed the rich Belgian hot chocolate, Leige waffle with cream and strawberries, burger and frites. Next time I’m going to try the torpedo waffle that has two sticks of Belgian chocolate in between two Liege waffles.
Bruges is perfect for brunch but I also enjoyed lunch there. You can order at the counter or walk-up window from outside. They have a few tables inside, and out, making it a great place to meet a friend for a quick bite.

Bruges in Sugarhouse
2314 South Highland Drive, Salt Lake City, UT 84106

Sugarhouse Location Hours

Mon. – Thu.    9am - 9pm

Fri. – Sat.   8am – 10pm

Sun.   Closed

Bruges Downtown
336 W 300 S (Broadway), Salt Lake City, UT 84101
(801) 363.4444 info@brugeswaffles.com