Comments for The Selective Echo http://saltlakecityutahblog.com A blog of Salt Lake City at its cosmopolitan best Fri, 16 May 2008 04:20:01 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.2.1 Comment on Review: ‘Groundswell’ transforms traditional mass marketing into customer advocacy by Josh Bernoff http://saltlakecityutahblog.com/2008/04/14/review-groundswell-transforms-traditional-mass-marketing-into-customer-advocacy/#comment-441 Josh Bernoff Tue, 15 Apr 2008 14:09:49 +0000 http://saltlakecityutahblog.com/2008/04/14/review-groundswell-transforms-traditional-mass-marketing-into-customer-advocacy/#comment-441 Thanks for your review -- we appreciate the kind words. In our view, the groundswell IS a threat. People need to pay attention. But rather than rail against it as "The Cult of the Amateur" suggests, we advise people to accept that they are no longer in charge of their brands, if they ever were, and to find ways to succeed in the new world. The response has been pretty positive, partly due to reviews like this. Thanks again. Thanks for your review — we appreciate the kind words.

In our view, the groundswell IS a threat. People need to pay attention. But rather than rail against it as “The Cult of the Amateur” suggests, we advise people to accept that they are no longer in charge of their brands, if they ever were, and to find ways to succeed in the new world.

The response has been pretty positive, partly due to reviews like this. Thanks again.

]]> Comment on A taste for the world’s most exceptional chocolates at Caputo’s by Brownbag http://saltlakecityutahblog.com/2007/11/13/a-taste-for-the-world%e2%80%99s-most-exceptional-chocolates-at-caputo%e2%80%99s/#comment-429 Brownbag Thu, 10 Apr 2008 23:48:38 +0000 http://saltlakecityutahblog.com/2007/11/13/a-taste-for-the-world%e2%80%99s-most-exceptional-chocolates-at-caputo%e2%80%99s/#comment-429 Liberty Fresh has been carrying fine chocolate for a number of years. They have some duplicates with Tony, but are mostly a complementary selection of similar quality. This also holds true for the cheese selection. Also, here I give the nod to Liberty for their selections. Liberty Fresh has been carrying fine chocolate for a number of years. They have some duplicates with Tony, but are mostly a complementary selection of similar quality.

This also holds true for the cheese selection. Also, here I give the nod to Liberty for their selections.

]]> Comment on The artistry of vinyl at Positively 4th Street Music by Music Downloads Dude http://saltlakecityutahblog.com/2007/10/11/the-artistry-of-vinyl-at-positively-4th-street-music/#comment-428 Music Downloads Dude Thu, 10 Apr 2008 18:30:42 +0000 http://saltlakecityutahblog.com/2007/10/11/the-artistry-of-vinyl-at-positively-4th-street-music/#comment-428 the reviews for DJ Shadow & Cut Chemist’s “Product Placement” were underwhelming...but i am curious to hear for myself. Gotta skreemr that up or something. woah Interpol/Liars, that would be sick. being from nyc i am sadenned that i have yet to see interpol. if only i got in on that earlier on. the reviews for DJ Shadow & Cut Chemist’s “Product Placement” were underwhelming…but i am curious to hear for myself. Gotta skreemr that up or something.

woah Interpol/Liars, that would be sick. being from nyc i am sadenned that i have yet to see interpol. if only i got in on that earlier on.

]]> Comment on Not bad for a horrible art student: Jacob Shirley successfully bends the rules and finds his genuine creative voice by peaswe http://saltlakecityutahblog.com/2007/10/28/not-bad-for-a-horrible-art-student-jacob-shirley-successfully-bends-the-rules-and-finds-his-genuine-creative-voice/#comment-427 peaswe Mon, 07 Apr 2008 06:18:00 +0000 http://saltlakecityutahblog.com/2007/10/28/not-bad-for-a-horrible-art-student-jacob-shirley-successfully-bends-the-rules-and-finds-his-genuine-creative-voice/#comment-427 Jake's just plain talented. No idle hands shall his wrists be attached to. New Zealand is a crazy distance from Utah in both distance and culture and I can't wait to explore Auckland in the wake of Jakes artistic expression. He drives like shit though. Jake’s just plain talented.
No idle hands shall his wrists be attached to. New Zealand is a crazy distance from Utah in both distance and culture and I can’t wait to explore Auckland in the wake of Jakes artistic expression.
He drives like shit though.

]]> Comment on A taste for the world’s most exceptional chocolates at Caputo’s by Jason Bunting http://saltlakecityutahblog.com/2007/11/13/a-taste-for-the-world%e2%80%99s-most-exceptional-chocolates-at-caputo%e2%80%99s/#comment-426 Jason Bunting Mon, 07 Apr 2008 04:13:45 +0000 http://saltlakecityutahblog.com/2007/11/13/a-taste-for-the-world%e2%80%99s-most-exceptional-chocolates-at-caputo%e2%80%99s/#comment-426 Pralus? Barf! They dark-roast everything and have a ways to go before they should be mentioned in the same sentence as Amedei, Domori, and even Amano. Pralus? Barf! They dark-roast everything and have a ways to go before they should be mentioned in the same sentence as Amedei, Domori, and even Amano.

]]> Comment on Drive by Suiting at Hotel Monaco on April 22: Benefits Dress for Success and Junior League’s Women Helping Women programs by Abhinav http://saltlakecityutahblog.com/2008/04/06/drive-by-suiting-at-hotel-monaco-on-april-22-benefits-dress-for-success-and-junior-leagues-women-helping-women-programs/#comment-422 Abhinav Mon, 07 Apr 2008 00:23:20 +0000 http://saltlakecityutahblog.com/2008/04/06/drive-by-suiting-at-hotel-monaco-on-april-22-benefits-dress-for-success-and-junior-leagues-women-helping-women-programs/#comment-422 How does one get in touch with Prof. Les? Is there an email address available? Abhinav How does one get in touch with Prof. Les? Is there an email address available?

Abhinav

]]> Comment on Poor Yorick Studios slates two-day Open Studio March 28-29 by Brad Slaugh http://saltlakecityutahblog.com/2008/03/22/poor-yorick-studios-slates-two-day-open-studio-march-28-29/#comment-413 Brad Slaugh Tue, 25 Mar 2008 15:48:31 +0000 http://saltlakecityutahblog.com/2008/03/22/poor-yorick-studios-slates-two-day-open-studio-march-28-29/#comment-413 One correction: The Open Studio is a private party to which every cool person in Salt Lake is invited, whether they received an actual card in the mail or not. Public events have arcane rules and restrictions regarding adult beverages that private parties do not, and we are simply trying to navigate the labyrinth of Utah's enlightened liquor laws. We will not be checking who has invitations and who does not, and certainly nobody will be turned away at the door who is not on the list. However, nobody under 21 will be served alcohol at this event, so don't even try. We'll have lots of other legal liquid options for teetotalers and minors. If you'd like to be on our invitation list, simply email me at bslaugh@comcast.net. One correction: The Open Studio is a private party to which every cool person in Salt Lake is invited, whether they received an actual card in the mail or not. Public events have arcane rules and restrictions regarding adult beverages that private parties do not, and we are simply trying to navigate the labyrinth of Utah’s enlightened liquor laws. We will not be checking who has invitations and who does not, and certainly nobody will be turned away at the door who is not on the list. However, nobody under 21 will be served alcohol at this event, so don’t even try. We’ll have lots of other legal liquid options for teetotalers and minors.

If you’d like to be on our invitation list, simply email me at bslaugh@comcast.net.

]]> Comment on Note to activists: Leave foie gras, restaurants alone by Brownbag http://saltlakecityutahblog.com/2008/03/16/note-to-activists-leave-foie-gras-restaurants-alone/#comment-394 Brownbag Wed, 19 Mar 2008 15:28:52 +0000 http://saltlakecityutahblog.com/2008/03/16/note-to-activists-leave-foie-gras-restaurants-alone/#comment-394 Activists that want to make an important change should go after intensive chicken farming. That would be worthwhile. Once a year another couple, my wife and I get a full lobe and cook 4-5 courses with it. It's fantastic. We go from a cold tourchon on toast to seared over everything from an apple salad to steak, butter poached lobster and sweetbreads. Yummmmm. Activists that want to make an important change should go after intensive chicken farming. That would be worthwhile.
Once a year another couple, my wife and I get a full lobe and cook 4-5 courses with it. It’s fantastic. We go from a cold tourchon on toast to seared over everything from an apple salad to steak, butter poached lobster and sweetbreads. Yummmmm.

]]> Comment on Three culinary gems: siphon-brewed coffee, Iberian pata negra ham, and grilled artichokes by Rod Schiffman http://saltlakecityutahblog.com/2008/03/07/three-culinary-gems-siphon-brewed-coffee-iberian-pata-negra-ham-and-grilled-artichokes/#comment-393 Rod Schiffman Wed, 19 Mar 2008 15:18:32 +0000 http://saltlakecityutahblog.com/2008/03/07/three-culinary-gems-siphon-brewed-coffee-iberian-pata-negra-ham-and-grilled-artichokes/#comment-393 Caffe d’Bolla is indeed the real deal, and the only one in SLC. I travel a lot. Although, I haven't had a client in the NW, I've hit many of the big name places. I've been to both Murky (DC) and Grumpies (NYC) in the last few months. Neither of them are any better than what we have here. I believe that Liberty Fresh also carries the Jamòn Iberico de Bellota. They had it the last time I was there. Caffe d’Bolla is indeed the real deal, and the only one in SLC. I travel a lot. Although, I haven’t had a client in the NW, I’ve hit many of the big name places. I’ve been to both Murky (DC) and Grumpies (NYC) in the last few months. Neither of them are any better than what we have here.

I believe that Liberty Fresh also carries the Jamòn Iberico de Bellota. They had it the last time I was there.

]]> Comment on Caffe d’bolla – consistent proof that what’s in the cup really counts by Alaskanwonder http://saltlakecityutahblog.com/2007/09/06/caffe-d%e2%80%99bolla-%e2%80%93-consistent-proof-that-what%e2%80%99s-in-the-cup-really-counts/#comment-361 Alaskanwonder Mon, 03 Mar 2008 06:09:41 +0000 http://saltlakecityutahblog.com/2007/09/06/caffe-d%e2%80%99bolla-%e2%80%93-consistent-proof-that-what%e2%80%99s-in-the-cup-really-counts/#comment-361 Where to begin about Caffe D'Bolla. Rarely do small businesses come this close to perfection. D'bolla is truly a culture of excellence behind The Zion Curtain. I would never recommend anyone go to another shop than D'Bolla for the "Best Damn Coffee" ever. I have traveled far and wide, and everywhere I go I seek out coffee shop's that are local and unique. While most fit that profile, their coffee is tragically horrible in most cases. The exception is Seattle...but who is surprised about that? In short, you want the best espresso you have ever had...go to D'Bolla...You need espresso...go to D'Bolla...never had Bubble Tea....they've got you covered. Don’t hesitate...GO TO D'BOLLA! Where to begin about Caffe D’Bolla. Rarely do small businesses come this close to perfection. D’bolla is truly a culture of excellence behind The Zion Curtain. I would never recommend anyone go to another shop than D’Bolla for the “Best Damn Coffee” ever. I have traveled far and wide, and everywhere I go I seek out coffee shop’s that are local and unique. While most fit that profile, their coffee is tragically horrible in most cases. The exception is Seattle…but who is surprised about that?
In short, you want the best espresso you have ever had…go to D’Bolla…You need espresso…go to D’Bolla…never had Bubble Tea….they’ve got you covered. Don’t hesitate…GO TO D’BOLLA!

]]> Comment on Raising the art of coffee science to a new level at Caffe d’bolla by Art Prints http://saltlakecityutahblog.com/2007/12/09/raising-the-art-of-coffee-science-to-a-new-level-at-caffe-d%e2%80%99bolla/#comment-350 Art Prints Wed, 20 Feb 2008 10:47:59 +0000 http://saltlakecityutahblog.com/2007/12/09/raising-the-art-of-coffee-science-to-a-new-level-at-caffe-d%e2%80%99bolla/#comment-350 very interesting very interesting

]]> Comment on Jespersen’s Memory Grove photo featured in PDN/National Geographic World in Focus Contest by Travis http://saltlakecityutahblog.com/2008/02/17/jespersens-memory-grove-photo-featured-in-pdnnational-geographic-world-in-focus-contest/#comment-348 Travis Tue, 19 Feb 2008 14:31:38 +0000 http://saltlakecityutahblog.com/2008/02/17/jespersens-memory-grove-photo-featured-in-pdnnational-geographic-world-in-focus-contest/#comment-348 Nice work, JP. These look amazing! Nice work, JP. These look amazing!

]]> Comment on Jespersen’s Memory Grove photo featured in PDN/National Geographic World in Focus Contest by Dodge http://saltlakecityutahblog.com/2008/02/17/jespersens-memory-grove-photo-featured-in-pdnnational-geographic-world-in-focus-contest/#comment-347 Dodge Mon, 18 Feb 2008 20:26:29 +0000 http://saltlakecityutahblog.com/2008/02/17/jespersens-memory-grove-photo-featured-in-pdnnational-geographic-world-in-focus-contest/#comment-347 JP, very cool images. Thanks Roy for keep us posted as well. JP, very cool images. Thanks Roy for keep us posted as well.

]]> Comment on Jespersen’s Memory Grove photo featured in PDN/National Geographic World in Focus Contest by Kakha Emiridze http://saltlakecityutahblog.com/2008/02/17/jespersens-memory-grove-photo-featured-in-pdnnational-geographic-world-in-focus-contest/#comment-346 Kakha Emiridze Mon, 18 Feb 2008 20:17:29 +0000 http://saltlakecityutahblog.com/2008/02/17/jespersens-memory-grove-photo-featured-in-pdnnational-geographic-world-in-focus-contest/#comment-346 Nice shots! National Geographic! congratulations! Your fans from Georgia! Nice shots! National Geographic! congratulations! Your fans from Georgia!

]]> Comment on Jespersen’s Memory Grove photo featured in PDN/National Geographic World in Focus Contest by Lynda and Rand http://saltlakecityutahblog.com/2008/02/17/jespersens-memory-grove-photo-featured-in-pdnnational-geographic-world-in-focus-contest/#comment-345 Lynda and Rand Mon, 18 Feb 2008 19:37:19 +0000 http://saltlakecityutahblog.com/2008/02/17/jespersens-memory-grove-photo-featured-in-pdnnational-geographic-world-in-focus-contest/#comment-345 Really, reeally great stuff !! How extrarodinary to have concomitant passion and talent. Love. Really, reeally great stuff !! How extrarodinary to have concomitant passion and talent.
Love.

]]> Comment on Jespersen’s Memory Grove photo featured in PDN/National Geographic World in Focus Contest by Bill Hunt http://saltlakecityutahblog.com/2008/02/17/jespersens-memory-grove-photo-featured-in-pdnnational-geographic-world-in-focus-contest/#comment-344 Bill Hunt Mon, 18 Feb 2008 19:13:37 +0000 http://saltlakecityutahblog.com/2008/02/17/jespersens-memory-grove-photo-featured-in-pdnnational-geographic-world-in-focus-contest/#comment-344 Very cool JP. You have a gift that everyone can share by seeing your photos. Very cool JP. You have a gift that everyone can share by seeing your photos.

]]> Comment on Jespersen’s Memory Grove photo featured in PDN/National Geographic World in Focus Contest by Jewel N. Stratford http://saltlakecityutahblog.com/2008/02/17/jespersens-memory-grove-photo-featured-in-pdnnational-geographic-world-in-focus-contest/#comment-343 Jewel N. Stratford Mon, 18 Feb 2008 15:53:05 +0000 http://saltlakecityutahblog.com/2008/02/17/jespersens-memory-grove-photo-featured-in-pdnnational-geographic-world-in-focus-contest/#comment-343 Breathtaking! Lynn told me of your photographic passion when he spent time with you in Mexico - staying up to all hours of the morning trying to capture the perfect light to photograph the ocean. It takes a very dedicated person to perfect a skill. As you know, a real photographer 'waits' for his/her shot - and usually, waits and waits and waits. Congratulations on raising above the pedestrial level to seek a higher level of excellence. As you go through life, documenting and creating beauty, we will be cheering you on. Best wishes! Breathtaking! Lynn told me of your photographic passion when he spent time with you in Mexico - staying up to all hours of the morning trying to capture the perfect light to photograph the ocean. It takes a very dedicated person to perfect a skill. As you know, a real photographer ‘waits’ for his/her shot - and usually, waits and waits and waits. Congratulations on raising above the pedestrial level to seek a higher level of excellence. As you go through life, documenting and creating beauty, we will be cheering you on. Best wishes!

]]> Comment on Jespersen’s Memory Grove photo featured in PDN/National Geographic World in Focus Contest by Mark Jespersen http://saltlakecityutahblog.com/2008/02/17/jespersens-memory-grove-photo-featured-in-pdnnational-geographic-world-in-focus-contest/#comment-342 Mark Jespersen Mon, 18 Feb 2008 12:46:49 +0000 http://saltlakecityutahblog.com/2008/02/17/jespersens-memory-grove-photo-featured-in-pdnnational-geographic-world-in-focus-contest/#comment-342 PDN and the National Geographic? Not bad. Not bad. MJ PDN and the National Geographic? Not bad. Not bad. MJ

]]> Comment on Time to bury the maxim – ‘The customer is always right’ by Online Business Course http://saltlakecityutahblog.com/2008/01/30/time-to-bury-the-maxim-%e2%80%93-%e2%80%98the-customer-is-always-right%e2%80%99/#comment-336 Online Business Course Mon, 11 Feb 2008 12:02:01 +0000 http://saltlakecityutahblog.com/2008/01/30/time-to-bury-the-maxim-%e2%80%93-%e2%80%98the-customer-is-always-right%e2%80%99/#comment-336 Hi Les, Thanks for sharing your feelings with us about this wonderful topic...... Hi Les,

Thanks for sharing your feelings with us about this wonderful topic……

]]> Comment on Raising the art of coffee science to a new level at Caffe d’bolla by Michael Driscoll http://saltlakecityutahblog.com/2007/12/09/raising-the-art-of-coffee-science-to-a-new-level-at-caffe-d%e2%80%99bolla/#comment-171 Michael Driscoll Tue, 11 Dec 2007 06:03:51 +0000 http://saltlakecityutahblog.com/2007/12/09/raising-the-art-of-coffee-science-to-a-new-level-at-caffe-d%e2%80%99bolla/#comment-171 Having tasted this coffee, I can only say that I hope this trend will catch on. For such a caffeinated culture, it's remarkable what passes for a cup of coffee here in America! Having tasted this coffee, I can only say that I hope this trend will catch on. For such a caffeinated culture, it’s remarkable what passes for a cup of coffee here in America!

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