Yoko Ramen Announces Closure
Yoko Ramen, a popular downtown SLC ramen joint, recently announced that it would be closing its doors at the end of June. The news came via the restaurant’s Instagram page in which the team praised its staff, local farmers and customers for supporting the ramen concept for nearly a decade. The news comes fairly quickly after its sister location Yoko Taco closed down in the Granary District, and it’s a one-two-punch of disappointing news for the local restaurant community. Both Yoko Ramen and Yoko Taco were known for their creative menus and friendly service, and we’ll miss both of them terribly.
Knife & Fork Grill Opens
Those lamenting the closure of Left Fork Grill will want to check out the recently opened Knife & Fork Grill (knifeandforkgrill.com). It’s the most recent project from Efraín Soto, whose 40-year experience includes work at Cafe Pierpont, Market Street Grill, The Bayou and Left Fork Grill. Knife & Fork looks to be continuing Soto’s legacy as a legend in the local dining scene, and fans of Left Fork can order a famous Left Fork Burger once more. Knife & Fork Grill is located at 68 W. 3900 South, it’ll be serving breakfast until 3 p.m., and yes, pie is also on the table.
Spanish Wine Imports On A Budget
Since 2005, Bon Vivant Imports has been scouring the wine country of Spain, Italy, France and Portugal for local consumption. On June 19, Bon Vivant owner Brad Jensen will be hosting a wine tasting that features some of his favorite Spanish wines that are under $45. Jensen will be joined by Executive Sommelier and Head Mistress of the Fox School of Wine Kirsten Fox and her wine professors to guide attendees through the tasting. The event will feature a selection of five Spanish wines along with a bit of cultural and regional history about each vintage. The event takes place at the Mountain Town Olive Oil Building in Park City (613 Main Street) from 6:30 p.m. to 7:45 p.m.
Quote of the Week: “With wine and hope, anything is possible.” – Spanish proverb
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