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May 1, 2026

A Guide to Tipping and Tipping Culture in Utah and the U.S.

By Matt

In this guide to tipping, you will learn the troubled history of tipping in the U.S., how attitudes about tipping are changing, and why Utah has a unique tipping culture. We’ll also give you some practical tips (haha, see what we did there?) on how to approach tipping in a way that’s both ethical and […]

January 26, 2026

How to Design a Meal for Your Next Party: Tips from Utah’s Luxury Caterer

By Matt

Photo credit: Pepper Nix  Culinary Crafts has spent the last four decades designing meals for unforgettable social and corporate events. As the top luxury caterer in Utah, we’ve created everything from intimate private affairs to galas with thousands of guests. A lot of the meals we’ve made and events we’ve created have won awards, including […]

October 10, 2025

How Much Can I DIY My Wedding?

By Matt

by Meagan Crafts-Price Photo credit: Jacque Lynn Photography I confess, I am a bona fide DIY maniac. Whenever I come across an adorable Pinterest idea, my first thoughts are “How can I do that myself?” and “How can I make it even cuter?” So, years ago when I got engaged, no one was surprised that […]

August 28, 2025

Everything You Want to Know about Truffles

By Matt

At Culinary Crafts, we believe that unforgettable food starts with extraordinary ingredients—and few ingredients are more extraordinary than truffles. Photo Credit: Logan Walker Nicknamed the “black diamonds of the kitchen,” these elusive, luxurious delicacies have captivated the hearts and palates of foodies for centuries. Shaved over handmade pasta or folded into a rich, buttery risotto, […]

July 16, 2025

Tips and Recipes for Utah Dutch Oven Cooking

By Matt

Photo credits: Logan Walker In honor of Utah’s Pioneer Day this July, we’re focusing on an iconic Utah cooking implement, the Dutch oven. We’ll discuss the interesting history of this unique tool, share three of our favorite Dutch oven recipes, and give you some pro tips on how to use and take care of your […]

January 13, 2025

Body By Oatmeal

By Matt

by Casey Braithwaite Event Manager I was a sophomore in high school when my dad died. After that, I kind of dropped out of life. It was hard to feel anything or care about anything except the things Dad had loved, like hunting, fishing, and working out. One of the things I admired about Dad […]

November 29, 2024

Kitchen Gift Ideas

By Matt

Wondering what to get for the chef, baker, or budding culinarian in your life? Try out these kitchen gift ideas. Whether you are looking for the perfect holiday gift or you just want to make your own life in the…

July 2, 2024

Mesquite Grilled Trout

By Matt

by Alan Starks  Field Kitchen Manager   One of my favorite things about Culinary Crafts is the eclectic mix of people here. I work elbow to elbow with college kids and college professors, musicians, attorneys, writers, realtors picking up work…

June 19, 2024

Sharing a Beer with Anthony Bourdain

By Matt

Delicious salmon spread with cream cheese and onion on whole grain bread slices If you ever watched Chef Anthony Bourdain eating his way around the world in one of his hit TV shows like No Reservations or Parts Unknown, you…

May 16, 2024

Tips for Using Edible Flowers

By Matt

Whenever we garnish a dish with marigolds or drop a pansy into a cocktail drink, at least one guest will inevitably ask “Can we eat the flowers?” The answer is “Yes! Yes, you can.” In fact, you can do a…

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