ruthie the foodie

There are many perks to being single and having a full time career.

1. I pay all my bills and have money to spare
2. I don't have to check with anyone else when buying anything
3. I use my extra money to eat out... a lot. Ask me about a restaurant, and I've probably been there.

Here are a few of my most recent favorites and finds.


Slab Pizza

669 East 800 North
Provo
801.377.3883

Seriously, the most amazing pizza you will ever have! Eric, one of the owners has perfected the crust, it's the best mixture of thin, crispy and soft at the same time. The other owners, Andy and Simy, have brought together the most amazing array of unique flavors. My favorites? The Buffalo Chicken Wing and The Thai Chicken. Yes, I did go there two days in a row a few weeks ago and yes, I was recognized and yes, I felt a little sheepish.





Rooster Dumpling and Noodle Bar

163 N University Ave
Provo
801.375.3138

Yet again, another amazing restaurant brought to you by the same people that bring you Slab. The dumplings are amazing, the pulled pork sandwich is amazing and the Provo downtown atmosphere is amazing. One word: Amazing. Eat there soon, open for lunch and dinner. I've heard the desserts are amazing too, but since I don't eat those, you'll have to take a stranger's opinion on that one.






Communal

100 N University Ave
Provo
801.373.8000

I've been to this restaurant a few times, and every time I'm never disappointed. The food is fresh, local and refined. Expect to pay a little more, but well worth it for a special night out. The menu changes seasonally, which makes me happy and always eager to return. Two favorites: Pot Roast and the Potato Gratin. So good. Communal even has a separate larger group room where I've had a friend's birthday dinner. Very fun.






Smashburger

542 E. University Parkway
Orem
801.616.5071

Six words for you. The smashfries are made with crack. Yes, you heard correctly. The fries have an addictive substance sprinkled on top. I think it's actually just olive oil and rosemary, but that's just semantics. My favorite burger is the Beehive Burger. I know I shouldn't ever eat here, but alas I can not help myself and you won't be able to resist either.

Apparently I've gotten around, town that is. I love good food, good atmosphere, good service and all of these places have my high marks.

You may be wondering... no I did not get paid for this. I wish, or at least some free food, I'll take all forms of payment.

My call to blogging repentance.

Oh dear blog,

It has been a very long time. I have neglected you and have not appreciated your worth. I could share so much through you, but alas I do not. Instead, I check email, stalk on facebook, read other more devoted people's blogs and of course catch up on my dvr. Why have I lost the love? Where did it go? Will it ever return? I want it to. Desperately. You have so much potential, I dream about what I would post on you, if I weren't so busy/lazy. I could share with the world all that ruthie knows. I'm making a commitment to you right now. I will be better, I will share more, I will journal my life. I know in times to come, that I will love looking back and reliving my innocent musings of yesteryear.

With regret and remorse,
ruthie