FOOD & DRINK
Cumbia pop-up quenches Salt Lake City's Latin dance drought
At a crowded Salt Lake City bar, dozens of dancers sway their hips and spin their partners to cumbia-pop hits like Karol G's "Mi Ex Tenía Razon" into the early hours of the morning.On a recent Thursday night, the cumbia party pop-up Vibras Del Lago took over the intimate Alibi Bar & Place and transformed it into one of Utah's hottest dance venues.Why it matters: Few settings in downtown Salt Lake City exist for social dancers seeking Latin American genres like cumbia, merengue, salsa and bachata.Before the pandemic, many dancers traveled to Provo for Afuego Fridays, a weekly college dance...
The Letter podcast debuts second season on 1982 murders
MILLCREEK, Utah — The Letter podcast rolls out its unexpected second season today, highlighting generational questions about trauma and forgiveness stemming from the 1982 murders of two young fathers. Amy Donaldson, the host of “The Letter” podcast, joins us live at 6:45!. The producers behind The Letter...
Access books you want to read without leaving your house
SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH (GOOD THINGS UTAH)-National Library Week ending last week doesn’t stop Salt Lake City Library from celebrating for a month. Today in the studio we have, Director of Marketing and Communications, Quinn Mcqueen sharing the way Salt Lake City Library celebrates the National event. Quinn also shows us how to get the books you want to read without even leaving your house.
Arborist climbs tree to rescue cat who was abandoned outside of the Humane Society of Utah
MURRAY — A cat and her kittens are safe after being found abandoned outside of the Humane Society of Utah Wednesday. HSU posted on social media that the female cat, named “Sugar Glider,” and her kittens were found abandoned on a bench outside of its offices. The...
Gen-Z chef shares the latest beverage trend: bubble tea
KUTV — In recent years, bubble tea has seen a surge in popularity across the country—largely thanks to Generation Z. A recent CLS survey found that 94% of individuals aged 20-29 purchased bubble tea in the last few months. The beverage has gotten so popular, it’s even earned its own national holiday—National Bubble Tea Day on April 30th.
Spring cleaning uncovers decades-old passes to Alta Ski Resort
SALT LAKE CITY (KUTV) — Spring cleaning often leads to unexpected discoveries, and for one Utah skier, it unearthed a sentimental piece of history. Ryan Kendrick of Salt Lake City sparked attention on social media with a pair of Alta gift certificates from 1970. He reached out to Alta,...
Salt Lake Twilight Concert series a microcosm of the city's thriving music scene
The Salt Lake Twilight Concert Series has seen a surge in attendance since returning to the Gallivan Center in 2018. By the numbers: Attendance between 2018 and 2023 has nearly doubled, according to figures provided by the Salt Lake City Arts Council. Why it matters: Salt Lake City's music scene...
Ortega’s Asada & Wings
SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH (GOOD THINGS UTAH)- Going from managing fast food restaurants for 10+ years to starting their own business they are now open in Salt Lake City. The owners of Ortega’s Asada & Wings Michael and Michael Junior Ortega are in the kitchen showing us how they make their wings. They started off working in their home and decided to start their own business. Specializing in serving variations of Carne Asada Fries, Chicken Wings, and more; it will not be hard to find something you love. Opened from Monday-Thursday from 1 pm-12 am and Friday- Saturday 1 pm-1 am at 67 W. 1700 S. Salt Lake City Utah. For more information visit their website: asadaandwings.com.
Super easy frozen lemonade
SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH (GOOD THINGS UTAH) — Mix up a refreshing citrus drink just in time for the weather to warm up. GTU producer, Sariah Farmer, joined us in the kitchen to share how to make a super easy lemon squeezy frozen lemonade. All you need is lemonade and vanilla ice cream. Watch the clip to see how you can mix it up at home.
Finding Joy Together: Utah Film Center’s 13th Tumbleweeds Film Festival for Kids set for April 19-20 at Viridian Event Center
With an excellent slate of family feature- and short-length films from around the world with hearty, intelligent and imaginative stories, the Utah Film Center is geared up for the 13th Annual Tumbleweeds Film Festival for Kids on April 19 and 20 at West Jordan’s Viridian Event Center. With the...
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