Top 15 Utahn Foods

Amano Artisan Chocolate is a highly regarded American bean-to-bar chocolate maker, celebrated for its exceptional craftsmanship and unwavering dedication to quality. Each chocolate bar is handcrafted in small batches using vintage equipment, allowing for precise control over the flavor development and texture. Amano sources rare and fine cacao beans directly from small-scale farmers around the world, including Latin America, the Caribbean, and Africa, paying premium prices that support sustainable farming and the preservation of heirloom cacao varieties. Their chocolates are known for their rich, layered flavor profiles that reflect the unique terroir of each origin. In addition to single-origin bars, Amano is acclaimed for its inventive flavor combinations, such as raspberry with rose and cardamom with black pepper. All products are made with pure, natural ingredients, free from GMOs and gluten. Widely recognized in the international chocolate community, Amano has received numerous awards from prestigious competitions, including the International Chocolate Awards and the Academy of Chocolate. Their work represents a perfect balance of artistry, ethics, and flavor—designed for discerning chocolate lovers who seek depth, authenticity, and excellence.Expand

Heber Valley Artisan Cheese, located in Midway, Utah, operates as a family-owned dairy farm that has been producing cheese since the early 20th century. They offer a variety of handcrafted cheeses, including cheddar, Swiss, and Monterey Jack, made from the milk of their own herd of cows. Heber Valley Artisan Cheese also provides educational tours and cheese tasting events to the public.Expand

Holistic Spirits is a brand focused on crafting high-quality, sustainable spirits with a commitment to purity and wellness. Their products combine carefully sourced, organic ingredients with innovative distillation techniques that respect both tradition and the environment. Holistic Spirits aims to deliver a refined experience that not only celebrates the art of fine distillation but also aligns with a balanced, conscious lifestyle. The brand emphasizes transparency and wellness, bringing unique flavors to the market without compromising on quality or environmental impact.Expand

Beehive Cheese Company is a family-owned artisan cheese maker based in Uintah, USA. Since its founding in 2005 by the Ford and Welsh families, Beehive Cheese has been dedicated to crafting high-quality, handcrafted cheeses. The company has quickly established a reputation for innovation, winning over 130 major awards for its cheeses. Beehive Cheese is renowned for producing unique and flavorful cheeses, including signature rubbed-rind varieties, such as Seahive, a cheese made with local honey and sea salt. The company is committed to sustainability and is certified as a B Corporation, meaning they meet high standards of social and environmental performance. Beehive Cheese also values community engagement and maintains strong ties to its local area. With a passion for quality, sustainability, and creative flavors, Beehive Cheese offers cheese enthusiasts a truly exceptional experience.Expand

Gold Creek Farms, located in Utah, specializes in artisan cheeses crafted from the milk of farm-raised cows. They offer a variety of cheese types, including cheddar, smoked cheeses, and unique blends like Parmesan-Asiago. Gold Creek Farms also focuses on sustainable farming practices.Expand

Taste Artisan Chocolate, based in Provo, Utah, specializes in producing fine chocolate using single-origin cacao beans. They focus on crafting unique flavors by carefully selecting beans from various regions known for their distinctive cocoa profiles. The company emphasizes a bean-to-bar process, which allows for the creation of premium chocolates with high-quality ingredients and meticulous attention to detail. Taste Artisan Chocolate also offers a range of chocolate products, from bars to confections, and participates in local and national chocolate events to showcase their products.Expand

Templin Family Brewing is a craft brewery located in Salt Lake City, Utah, at 936 S 300 W. Known for its commitment to producing high-quality, hand-crafted beers, Templin Family Brewing emphasizes traditional brewing techniques with a modern twist. The brewery takes pride in its family-oriented approach and community involvement, offering a welcoming environment for beer enthusiasts.Expand

Creminelli Fine Meats is a renowned producer of artisan charcuterie, offering a range of high-quality cured meats. Founded by Cristian Creminelli, the company specializes in crafting salami, prosciutto, and other traditional Italian cured meats using time-honored methods. The meats are carefully selected from farms that prioritize humane animal treatment, and all products are free from antibiotics and hormones. Creminelli is known for its commitment to sustainability, using eco-friendly packaging and promoting responsible farming practices. Their signature products include various types of salami, including spicy, garlic, and classic flavors, all made with simple, natural ingredients. Creminelli's commitment to craftsmanship and tradition sets them apart in the world of fine charcuterie. With a focus on authenticity, they continue to innovate while staying true to the roots of Italian charcuterie.Expand

Contrary to its name, funeral potatoes are the ultimate comfort food, a cheesy au gratin potato casserole that is synonymous with the state of Utah and The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. It consists of cubed potatoes, cheese, onions, cream soup or sauce, sour cream, and a topping of butter and cornflakes or crushed potato chips. The dish is commonly prepared by the members of the Church to comfort grieving relatives after a loved one's funeral, so it is not just an ordinary dish, but also a sign of care, love, and compassion. Although funeral potatoes started as a dish intended for funerals, today it is a common side dish that can be served at any time. It is best accompanied by ham, pastry rolls, and salads with ranch dressing.Expand

Originating from Salt Lake City, Utah, fry sauce consists of a simple combination of equal parts ketchup and mayonnaise or one part ketchup and two parts mayonnaise. The sauce has a thick, smooth consistency and is characterized by its pink color. Originally, it was invented in the 1950s by Don Carlos Edwards, a chef who first served it in his restaurant called Don Carlos' Barbecue in Salt Lake City. Today, fry sauce is typically used as a dip for french fries or as a condiment for burgers, and some people add extra ingredients to the sauce such as garlic and various spices.Expand

Pastrami burger consists of a toasted sesame seed bun filled with a beef patty that is topped with pastrami, cheese, tomatoes, shredded lettuce, onions, and fry sauce – a combination of ketchup, mayonnaise, sweet relish, and onion powder. It's an invention of a Greek man named James Katsanevas, who had a restaurant called Minos Burgers in Anaheim, California, and started serving the dish in the early 1970s, while pastrami was brought over to Los Angeles by the Jewish people who came over from New York City in the middle of the 20th century. Later on, in the 1980s, Katsanevas moved to Salt Lake City, Utah, and brought his famous pastrami burger with him. There, he opened a new restaurant called Crown Burgers, where some of the best pastrami burgers are still served.Expand

Jell-O is an extremely popular, branded, simple gelatin dessert from the United States. Gelatin, the main ingredient in Jell-O is made by extracting collagen from the boiled bones of animals. Jell-O was invented in 1897 by Pearle Wait, who experimented with gelatine and invented a new, fruit-flavored dessert. His wife May loved it and named it Jell-O. The couple sold the patent and the name to their neighbour, Frank Woodward, who excelled in marketing the new product via ads, recipe books, and Jell-O molds. Because of his marketing techniques, Jell-O became one of the most popular brands in American history. Today, it is used in numerous gelatin desserts, puddings, and cream pies, and comes in an extremely wide variety of flavors such as apricot, lemon, grape, mango, peach, pineapple, tropical fusion, and watermelon.Expand

Frog eye salad is a flavorful concoction made with the ball-shaped acini di pepe pasta, egg yolks, and a whipped cream topping that can sometimes be enriched with the addition of pineapple pieces, shredded coconut, mandarin oranges, or marshmallows. This crossover between a pasta salad and a fruit salad is especially popular in Utah, where it is a staple at potlucks.Expand

Aggiano is an American cheese produced in Utah by Beehive Cheese Company. It's made from pasteurized milk of Jersey cows. The name is a reference to the Utah State University Aggies (agricultural students), who have first suggested the recipe for its production. The texture of Aggiano is dry, yet creamy. The aromas are fruity, while the flavors are tangy and reminiscent of butterscotch and pineapple. It's recommended to serve it with fresh fruits, pasta, salads, chocolate, or toasted nuts. Pair it with a glass of medium to full-bodied red wines, whiskey, or fruity wheat beer.Expand

Apple Walnut Smoked is an American Promontory cheese variety hailing from Utah, where it's produced by Beehive Cheese Company. This cheddar-style cheese is made from pasteurized cow's milk. When young, it's cold-smoked over red apple wedges and walnut wood, and it's then left to mature for a minimum of 8 months. The aromas are smoky and subtly sweet, while the flavors are nutty, buttery, sweet, and smoky. The texture is smooth and creamy. It's recommended to use the cheese in sandwiches or serve it with cold cuts, bacon, and toasted nuts. Pair it with a glass of bourbon or a bottle of dark ale, stouts, or porters.Expand

Barely Buzzed is an American cheese hailing from Utah, where it's produced by Beehive Cheese Company. This cheddar-style cheese is made from Jersey cow's milk. The rind is rubbed with a combination of roasted coffee and lavender buds diluted with oil. When fully aged (in caves, on Utah blue spruce), the texture is smooth and creamy, while the aromas are rich. The flavors are nutty, with hints of caramel, coffee, and butterscotch. It's recommended to pair it with coffee or a glass of stout and serve it with crusty whole-wheat bread.Expand

TeaHive is an American cheddar-style cheese hailing from Utah. The cheese is made from pasteurized Jersey cow's milk and it's left to age for over 8 months before consumption. During the aging period, the cheese is rubbed with a combination of bergamot orange and black tea. The texture is firm, the aromas intense and fruity, and the flavors milky and creamy. It's recommended to serve the cheese with fruit jam and biscuits. Pair it with a glass of floral wine, chocolate stout, or a pilsner.Expand

Boo Boo Baby Swiss is an American cheese hailing from Richmond, Utah, where it's produced by Rockhill Creamery. The cheese is made from raw cow's milk and it's aged in caves. Underneath its natural rind, the texture is firm, crumbly, and open, with many irregular eyes dispersed throughout the paste. The aromas are pleasant and milky, while the flavors are mild, sweet, and nutty. It's recommended to serve Boo Boo Baby Swiss with smoked ham or use it in grilled cheese sandwiches.Expand