Flash Back Friday: Parks in Salt Lake

Now that summer is here it is time to head to the park. Salt Lake has some great parks too. Did you know there are over 135 parks in the Salt Lake Valley?
We have compiled a big list of parks in the Salt Lake Valley for you.
You can download your free copy here.

If we forgot a park make sure to let us know so we can add it to our list.

 What are your favorite parks?

Flash Back Friday: Cold Springs Trout Farm

By Ashlee Prisbrey from Topsy Turvy

Fishing involves gear, a fishing license and hours of waiting, right? Some people think that's the best part, the quite, the time, the waiting... but not kids, at least not MY kids. My kids like catching fish immediately! They also like seeing and feeding the fish. So when my oldest son started asking about going fishing I started looking around for a fish farm!

I was SO happy to find one close by! Cold Springs Trout Farm is absolutely lovely! The ponds were full, the area was so so SO beautiful! My kids were so happy and had a GREAT time! We not only had fun catching fish, but they sold fish food for 25 cents a FULL cup and the kids spent a ton of time feeding the kids.

You pay by the fish, and they gut them for you (actually my boys favorite part was watching that part!). And for just a bit extra they will also filet them for you (which makes it easy to take home and cook). They also have a fly fishing pond if your interested. They also have two areas for groups, large and small, with grills, tables, etc... Here is their new brochure for more information (and a map)

SUMMER HOURS
Monday-Saturday 9:00 a.m. to Dusk
Open all summer holidays
April 1st to October 31st

WINTER HOURS
Saturdays 11:00 a.m. to Dusk
Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas
November 1st to March 31st

No Fishing License Required

Cold Springs Trout Farm, LLC.
2284 N. Fruitland Dr.
North Ogden, UT 84414
(801) 782-7282
www.coldspringstroutfarm.com

Flash Back Friday: Waxing Gurus

About three years ago, I was driving up 4500 South, saw the cutest sign, that was brown and polka dotted that said Waxing Gurus. I quickly wrote the number down, knowing that I needed a little work. I called Waxing Gurus the next day and they were able to set me up immediately for a much needed brow wax and dye. Since then I have been a faithful and very happy client.

Waxing Gurus not only offers all types of waxing services, they do it using their Bear-able, very little pain method. Waxing Gurus estheticians do their very best to fit you in on your schedule. There have been times when they have even opened up a time for me in an emergency "hairy" situation. I have been to several of the estheticians and have never been disappointed, they are all very conscientious of your time, your personal space and what it is that you are looking to have done. The Waxing Gurus staff become your friends, people that you trust and gals you look forward to seeing.

Is your husband or boyfriend starting to sprout those unwanted nose, ear or back hairs? Waxing Gurus also specializes and has a large male clientele.

Waxing isn't all they offer at Waxing Gurus, they do all types of facials, including their speciality, hydrafacials. Need a spray on tan for that special winter event? Call Waxing Gurus. Teeth a little dull? Waxing Gurus has a specialist that does teeth whitening. 

Waxing Gurus also sells quality facial care products that are only the best for your skin. Great care is taken by the owner to make sure that the products she recommends and sells are only a high quality product. Also, while you are there be sure to look at the cute scarves, handbags and jewelry, they make great presents for friends.

Look for Waxing Gurus on Facebook, Twitter and their website, www.waxinggurus.com. Don't wait for the sun, start waxing now. Give your skin a treat at Waxing Gurus during this dry winter, call 801-272-0131.

Waxing Gurus

4429 South 2950 East

Salt Lake City, Utah 

(801) 272-0131

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Flash Back Friday: Daniel's Fine Chocolates

Have you been to the delicious chocolate shop in Holladay?  Daniel's Fine Chocolates sells handmade chocolates, caramels and  holiday gift ideas and decor.  But their chocolates, oh, their chocolates are wonderful.

The truffles, caramels, seafoam, divinity and nougats are all made and dipped on site.  At any given time, Daniel's Fine Chocolates offers over 40 varieties.  With new varieties debuting each season. 

Each holiday Daniels offer special chocolates, treats, decor items and gifts.

Daniels also makes ganache mousse cakes in many flavors.  Cakes must be ordered in advance, stop in and Daniel will be happy to help you make the perfect flavor selection.

We loved the sea salt caramels, the peanut crunch truffle, the caramel nut crunch and the key lime pie truffle is amazing.   Daniel's Fine Chocolates original Hedgehog is a must try as well.  But don't just take our word for it.  Stop in Daniel's and see for yourself.  You won't be disappointed.

Daniel's Fine Chocolates

4699 Holladay Blvd

Holladay, Utah 

(801) 679-3199

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Saturday 10-5

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

               

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

Flash Back Friday: Epic Casual Dining

We thought it was about time to tell you about Epic Casual Dining. 
You know those perfect restaurants for lunch with the girls but double as a great place for date night? Well, that's Epic.  But Epic isn't just for lunch with the girls or a date.  It's great for work, families and even large gatherings.

Epic is well known for their amazing flat breads and by amazing I mean mouth watering. I have been known to order flat bread for my meal because they are that good.  But don't start thinking that's the only good thing on their menu. The menu is full of flavorful salads with the best dressings and their entrees will leave you full and satisfied.

Epic Casual Dining
www.epiccasualdining.com
707 E. Fort Union Blvd.
(801) 748-1300

Flash Back Friday: Home Again

By Beth Davis 

In the heart of Sugarhouse, where it seems there is something for everyone, there is an establishment that has something for everyone inside and some of it spills out on to the sidewalk. Home Again is not only my favorite consignment shop, it’s my favorite shop of any sort. I’ve been frequenting this mercantile as both buyer and seller for a decade.

Every time I walk through the door, it appears the entire shop has been restocked. That’s one aspect that sets Home Again apart as a successful consignment store, the turnover is quick and that benefits everyone.
The management has a knack for knowing what their customer base is and they take in items accordingly. I’ve found their prices to be fair as both a consigner and a purchaser, so I’m willing to take their advise on a price if I have items to unload. It’s in everyone’s best interest to keep it real. And, I’ve come across some screamin’ good deals over the years.

 
If I wander in to browse, I make a loop through the menagerie at least twice, once in each direction. Even then I know I miss a thing or two, but I also know it won’t be long before I’m back again.
I love the collection of mismatched styles, the mixture of old and new. The theme, if there is one, must be “something for everyone”.

Iron patio furniture, a pretty vase, candlesticks, a funky swag lamp, delicate stemware, original art, coffee table, end table, dining table & chairs, a set of shelves, a favorite book, and most recently a huge set of fine china, have all made their way from someone’s home, to the shop in sugarhouse, and finally to my place where they are Home Again. What could be better than that?

 A few years ago a new shop opened in Midvale. Two Locations, double the deals!

Home Again

www.homeagainconsignment.net

Sugarhouse                                 Midvale 

1019 East 2100 South                    7409 South Holden

Flash Back Friday: Banbury Cross Donuts

Banbury Cross Donuts serves up some of the best donuts in Salt Lake City!
Most mornings you will find their parking lot and drive through window packed with Utahns waiting for their delicious donuts. If the lot looks full there is more parking along 700 South.

Make sure to arrive before 11:00 am for the best selections.

Some of our favorites include:

Sprinkles

Cinnamon

Bear claws

Strawberry 

Maple bars

They also make fresh muffins, cinnamon rolls, orange rolls, apple fritters and more. 

                          

Banbury Cross Donuts
705 South 700 East
(801) 573-1433
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Hours
Monday - Saturday 5 am to 5 pm
Sunday 6 am to 1 pm

Flash Back Friday: The Old Dutch Store

The Old Dutch Store in Salt Lake City specializes in hard to find Dutch, German and Scandinavian food, treats and gifts.  Inside you'll also find a great deli.  With their sandwiches made to order and a few tables inside, it's a great place to pickup lunch.

The market offers imported treats and gifts from all over Europe.  We loved the plush slippers that look like dutch wooden shoes, the bumper stickers from most every European country and the Dutch and German candies and cookies.

Stop in soon, or you can even order some of their food online.

The Old Dutch Store
2696 S. Highland Drive 

Salt Lake City

Hours

Monday- Friday: 10am - 6pm
Saturday: 9am - 5pm
closed Sunday

Flash Back Friday: Carol's Pastries

Located in the heart of Sugarhouse is Carol's Pastries.  In fact it can be tricky to find.  But it's well worth the effort.  Down a one-way lane, the exterior doesn't look like much.  But once you open the door the smells and the sights of the baked goods will grab you.

Carol's has some of the best eclairs in the Salt Lake Valley.  In fact, my mother took 6 dozen of them in her carry-on packages for a wedding in Houston one year.  The wedding just wouldn't be complete without some eclairs from Carol's.

But that's not all they make.  Carol's is a full service bakery.  Cakes, cookies, pastries, pies, breads and so much more.  These aren't your grocery store type of baked goods.  Carol's takes extra care by using quality 

ingredients.

 

Call ahead for special orders.

Carol's Pastries
1991 South Lincoln St
Salt Lake City, UT 84105
(801) 484-3442

Flash Back Friday: Afternoon Tea at The Grand America

Tucked inside The Grand America Hotel's Lobby Lounge a delightful experience awaits you with their afternoon tea service.  The Grand America serves a traditional English afternoon tea.  If you have never experienced an afternoon tea you should plan to at The Grand America Hotel.

You can enjoy the lavish Grand Traditions Tea, the Afternoon Tea or just a simple tea or hot chocolate.  The Grand America Hotel offers over 25 teas and 4 hot chocolates.  The Afternoon Tea includes a selection of beverage, finger sandwiches, a scone with clotted cream and lemon curd butter, followed by a selection of desserts or french pastries with strawberries and cream.  The Grand Traditions Tea also adds champagne and a selection of cheese and fruit.

The sandwich selection varies daily.  

  

a few french pastries with strawberries and cream

Plan on plenty of time.  We suggest 1-2 hours.  You'll want to sit back, relax, enjoy the live harp or piano music and make the most of your afternoon tea.

The Grand America Hotel

555 South Main Street 

Salt Lake City, UT 84111

Afternoon Tea :

• Monday- Thursday: 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
• Friday- Sunday: Seatings at 1:00 p.m. & 3:30 p.m.
• Reservations highly recommended: 801-258-6707