Greece Travel Nightmare

What really happened when we went to Greece

It’s time for us to share what really happened in GREECE.⁣

Brooke and I were invited on a Guided Tour of Greece by a girl named Josie who created a company called Book Your Bucket List. She reached out to us 6 months prior to the May 2019 trip. We used that time to create a detailed media and promotion plan leading up to the trip.

Greece group tour grows by four

After sharing our dream itinerary with friends and family, four girls decided to join the trip with us. Two close friends and two family members. They got on the phone with Josie, gave her their credit card information, and were told everything was good to go.

The red flags before the trip

As part of our promotional plan, we began promoting Book Your Bucket List at the beginning of May. This included dozens of endorsements from us, encouragement to check out their trips, and of course to BOOK your dream vacation with them.

One Week To Go

With just one week to go before the trip, we had NOTHING from Josie. No confirmation numbers, no flight information, and nothing telling us what to do when we landed in Athens. We decided to reach out and see if she would meet us in person so we could further promote the trip by her answering questions from our followers. She agreed, so we met up at the state capitol and chatted for about 5 minutes before she said she had to go. During that time we told her we were getting nervous that nothing had been sent to us. She immediately said that her team told her they had sent everything and that their email server had been having problems. She promised to get ALL of the trip information sent to us that night.

Hanging On

At this point, we hung onto that little lie as hard as we could and told ourselves everything was going to be fine. Brooke also had been in contact with a fellow blogger that had been taken on a guided tour of Australia with Josie. From the first moment Josie reached out, Brooke had been talking with her friend who had encouraged her to go on a trip with Josie. She told her that although Josie was last minute in sending trip information and confirmations, it would be amazing once we got to Athens…

Landing In Athens

When we landed in Athens after 16 hours of flying we were told that the Book Your Bucket List team would be waiting for us with our transportation to take us to the 5-star hotel listed on the itinerary. When we landed in Athens, the “team” was two girls that clearly had no idea what was going on.

Waiting for an Uber

The girls had us sit and wait for around an hour with no explanation of what was going on. We finally started inquiring about the so-called transportation and where it might be because according to the itinerary we were supposed to be standing in front of the Parthenon at that VERY MOMENT! As we sat at the airport waiting for a “van” that never showed up. The fake tour guide then told us she was calling an Uber. Well, all of us have used Uber before and know that it takes less than 5 minutes for your driver to arrive – we waited another excruciating hour on the airport curb – for the so-called Uber. At that point, we told her we were going to take taxis. At this point she told us we needed to drop our bags off at an Airbnb she claimed we were staying in. This was confusing because we had all been sent the name of a 5-star hotel in downtown Greece that we were supposed to be staying in. We decided to call the hotel to see if we had reservations and could drop our bags off, upon reaching the front desk they quickly told us they were completely booked for the night and there were absolutely NO RESERVATIONS for anyone with Book Your Bucket List.

Lost Somewhere In Athens

After 45 minutes in taxis, we were dropped off on the curb of the Airbnb. Except that it was not an Airbnb it was a sketchy neighborhood in the middle of Athens with residents in all the homes and no rental space in sight. At this point, the “tour guide” tried to leave us sitting on the curb with all of our luggage. We chased her taxi down and climbed back in telling her she could not lose us that fast and that she needed to fix the problem.

Tour Guide

As a tour guide, you would think that you would be on your very best behavior for clients and answer any questions that they might have. This was not the case. Our “tour guide” decided to mention that she wasn’t actually a Book Your Bucket List employee and that she had been to Athens once before about 7 years ago. When we asked her what was truly going on, she refused to answer and would not give us any information.

Furious

After we were taken to the wrong Airbnb location and presumed that there probably was not a rented Airbnb space waiting for us we decided to take the matter into our own hands. We searched for the closest recognizable hotel and happened upon a Hilton. We told our (exhausted) taxi drivers that would be our final destination and we would wait there until Josie landed and could make things right for our trip.

The Waiting Game

We sat in the Hilton hotel lobby in Athens for 8 hours waiting for Josie to arrive and explain herself. ⁣During this time the “tour guide” did not offer to get us a meal or help make any of the supposed itinerary for that day happen which was supposed to be the Parthenon and a cooking class for dinner. We were exhausted, hungry, and incredibly disappointed.

She arrived

⁣Josie arrived at the Hilton and did not offer apologies, just said there were some misunderstandings. We told her we had called the hotels on the itinerary SHE MADE and none of them had reservations for us or if they did they said the reservation could not be completed because her credit card had been declined. We asked for confirmation numbers for the rest of the trip and she gave us NOTHING. It was infuriating. Not once did she apologize or try to make it right. ⁣

Taking it into our own hands⁣

Realizing that our dream trip and itinerary were completely made up, we got together and decided we could either fly home broken hearted and distraught or try to make the most of our time left in Greece. We all agreed that we would sleep on it and make a decision in the morning. At breakfast the next day, we all came to an agreement that we wanted to book the rest of the trip ourselves. In one hour, the six of us planned everything. ⁣ ⁣
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The rest of the trip

We have talked about the highlights of the trip in posts like where to eat while you are in Greece, 8 Things to See in Santorini, and What to Know if You Are An American Travelling to Greece. The rest of the trip was superb. Our Airbnb came complete with a pool and housekeeper that showed us the ropes for Santorini. The rest of the trip showed us why people talk about Greece the way they do. It was shockingly beautiful.

Coming home

Soon after returning home to Utah we started sharing our experience to warn other travelers or prospective clients and found out that Book Your Bucket List has done this same thing to dozens of other people. Countless people shared their experience of booking their dream vacation, only to show up at the airport and have no flights booked or a trip canceled.

Refunds and Closure

No one has received any kind of refund. ⁣The owner posted names of people from our group with fake refund pictures. She truly stops at nothing. And sadly, we have learned that our experience is just the tip of the iceberg for her criminal activity.

Justice

The case is now in the hands of law enforcement and the FBI. We hope to share more details when justice is served and she can no longer take advantage of travelers seeking a fun adventure.

Last Note

If you know someone else who has been scammed by Book Your Bucketlist, please have them reach out to us. ⁣We try to keep our blog a happy and positive place, but we do not want to see one more person get scammed!

7 Things Every American Should Know Before Going to Greece

Now, if you are headed to Greece, here are a few things you should know as an American:

Very few taxis take credit cards.

We always made sure to have cash on hand. They use Euros in Greece. It’s usually cheapest to exchange your money at a bank. As far as rideshare companies, like Uber, they are not super popular there. Instead, most people use an app called TaxiBeat that helps you hail a taxi.

You must ask taxi drivers for receipts or they may try to overcharge you (it happened to us).

Beware that there is also a flat fee charged from the airport – ask what it is. We were charged 60 euro when it should have been the flat fee of 38 euro.

Greek people are friendly and kind.

At one point, we got stuck on a cobblestone hill and a complete stranger came and offered to drive our car to the top. He saved us from trying to push the van up the hill ourselves. It was so kind.

Fewer people speak English than in other large European cities.

I wished I had learned more basic phrases for communicating. I always think it’s a little bit rude to assume everyone around the world speaks English. Even though I sounded terrible, I could tell it was appreciated when I tried.

There are dangerous neighborhoods, just like anywhere else, so ask your hotel which places are safest to walk if you plan on doing a lot of sightseeing.

Our concierge told us exactly where to go and we had no problems. One night we were wandering around and not sure where to go next, so we asked a police officer, who was so helpful and nice. Of course, just like other major cities, there are lots of people trying to make a quick buck in Athens.

People were always surprised when we tipped 15-20%.

It wasn’t until we asked a Greek person who told us that it is customary to only tip 5-10% in Greece. They also just round up at some restaurants, so a tip is included in your bill. If you would like to tip your waiter, give the money directly to them. I went with a group of 6 and at every restaurant, we ordered 6 dishes, a couple appetizers, and dessert and split everything. We rarely paid more than 10-15 euros/person per meal. I found it to be very reasonably priced, even at nicer restaurants. Almost everywhere we went, they brought out something “on the house”, one night it was soup, another night it was dessert. I thought it was nice.

There is little to none when it comes to American fast food in Greece, which we found so refreshing!

The entire time we were in Athens and Santorini, we only saw one McDonald’s. Instead, you actually get to try all of the local flavors and Greek food is delicious. Talking to a few native Athens residents, they said most of them would rather eat a fresh gyro than a McDonald’s hamburger. I have to agree! The street food was absolutely delicious. We never had a bad meal.

The main thing you need to remember is to have fun! Enjoy the beautiful country of Greece and all it has to offer. It is truly unlike any other place in the world. The rich history is magnificent and the sights are breathtaking. I can’t wait until I get to visit again someday.

Botox vs. Dysport: An experiment on identical twins

Dr. Chidester at Form Spa asked us to test Botox injections vs. Dysport injections on our faces since we are identical twins.

Now that we are 30 years old we have definitely noticed more wrinkles in our foreheads and we are excited to see how this Botox injections versus Dysport Injections experiment works out! Our doctor told us that as far as he knows it has never been done before on identical twins!

What’s the difference between getting Botox injections and Dysport injections?

Botox and Dysport are similar products, just with different brand names. Both are a type of botulinum type A used to relax the muscles that cause frown lines and other overactive muscles of the face, like forehead lines and crows feet. Many dermatologists recommend these injections to help prevent wrinkles and fine lines from forming. Dysport is a smaller-sized molecule so it’s unit measurement is different than Botox.

The Experiment

We wanted to know which one – Botox or Dysport – kicks in faster and which one lasts longer. That is what you really care about when you go in for these procedures! Dr. Chidester first examined our faces and told us what kind of results he was hoping for. We specifically chose Form Spa because Dr. Chidester is known for natural and flattering results on all of his clients. He marked up our faces with a white eyeliner pencil that you might notice in some of the photos on the areas he planned to inject. He made sure to mark the same exact places on both of us.

The Results

Day 1:

Both of our faces look the same at this point. No noticeable changes yet in our forehead lines or crows feet.

Day 3:

It was crazy how quickly the Dysport injections started working on Brooke’s face. Within three days of getting Dysport, her results were almost fully there. Brittany’s face looked pretty much the same, albeit a very slight change in her “frown lines” on the forehead becoming less noticeable.

Day 7:

Brooke’s face had noticeable changes from the Dysport. One of our favorite things that Dr. Chidester can do with injections is a “brow lift”, this is what makes you look refreshed and more awake. One week after the Dysport injections on Brooke there was full evidence of the brow lift making her look more rested as well as almost all wrinkles smoothed out in the forehead area. Britt’s wrinkles were still intact after one week, however they were not as pronounced as they had been on Day 1. She still had lots of movement and some slight lines still visible on her forehead.

Day 14:

The Dysport injections in Brooke’s face had worked it’s magic and there were no longer signs of wrinkles on her forehead or crows feet around her eyes. The Botox in Britt’s face had worked up to a point but she still had much more movement than Brooke in her forehead. If you’re going for a more natural result where you still have lots of movement in your eyebrows, you are probably going to want to go with Botox injections. Dysport created a much faster, noticeable difference in Brooke’s face. Dr. Chidester at Form Spa said he most often recommends Dysport to his patients.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does it hurt? The short answer is no. At Form Spa, they have a vibrating facial tool called Goldy that they use on your face while administering the injections. It really helps with the slight pin-prick of pain and makes it completely tolerable. Brooke and I are both terrified of needles and they use such tiny needles it really feels more like a tiny rubberband snap. The entire injection process takes less than two minutes. From two wimps with very low pain thresholds, we were completely fine! There is also no pain after the procedure is done.
How long does it last? Botox injections and Dysport injections last 3-4 months. They can last shorter than that or longer, it just depends on how fast your body metabolizes it.
Should I go to a Botox party or have my friend/neighbor/cousin do my injections? NO! When it comes to your face it is not worth the risk. It is important to remember that a misplaced injection could cause LIFELONG damage to your face. We specifically chose Dr. Chidester at Form Spa because he is a renowned plastic surgeon in Utah and knows his stuff! Only go to a qualified doctor. Better yet, someone where you have seen what their results look like – like Dr. Chidester!
Will my face look different? We still look exactly the same minus the crow’s feet and wrinkles! After becoming moms, we both noticed our faces looking tired all.the.time. After working with Dr. Chidester, who specifically placed the Botox and Dysport in areas to raise our eyebrows, we are happy to report that we look and feel more refreshed than we have in years. It is a non-permanent change, so you can decide how much and how often to get it done depending on your preferences.
What is the cost difference in Botox and Dysport? They are about even. It really comes to your preference and the one your doctor recommends working best for you.
Now that you have done the experiment which one would you guys recommend? We have to go with Dysport. The amount of time it takes to kick in is incredible and the results seem a little stronger than Botox. It’s worth mentioning that when we were getting our injections done and Dr. Chidester was comparing and marking our faces up, he said Brooke had deeper wrinkle lines in her “11s”, which is the space between her eyes. Now those have completely disappeared on Brooke and you can still see Britt’s when she scowls! We have also heard Dysport lasts a little bit longer so we will update this post in a few months with our take!

We highly recommend Form Spa, their staff is welcoming and professional. They are respectful and do not try to push anything on you (like so many other med spas out there!). Dr. Chidester is one-of-a-kind and very skilled at what he does. We went to see them at the Cottonwood Heights location, but they also have locations at City Creek and a soon-to-be-opened location in Riverton.

UPDATE

It has now been 4 months since we went in for our Botox and Dysport injections at Form Spa. We now 100% recommend Dysport over Botox. Brooke (who got Dysport) has had lasting results and is just barely starting to see movement and lines again in her forehead. On the other hand, Britt (who got Botox) has been seeing movement for the last month or so. If you want the option that works the fastest and lasts the longest go with Dysport!

Our favorite SUMMER treat

We had a barbeque with some friends last week and everyone was so excited when we pulled out Creamies for dessert.

Childhood Memories

I don’t know about you, but they immediately take me back to my childhood. I remember celebrating so many fun family milestones and parties with Creamies. I recently found out it’s a local Utah company, which makes me love them even more! You know I love supporting local businesses.

I also didn’t know they had been around for more than 60 years!

Here’s how things got started:

In the late 1950s, an ice cream company was asked by a Cache Valley, Utah grade school principal to make a nutritional frozen treat with milk instead of sugar water. The principal wanted a treat that would be healthy for the students and would be enjoyed by the whole family.

He went to work and soon developed a delicious ice cream bar made with real fruit and other natural flavorings. Thus, the originals were born–chocolate, orange, and banana. That original Creamie is still made today in Cache, Valley, Utah. The Creamie is a rich, smooth, healthy, and refreshing treat that is enjoyed by all.

Since the 3 original flavors were introduced, other flavors have been developed and added: Strawberry, Cookies and Creamies, Root Beer Float, Mint Chocolate Dipped, Cherry Chocolate Dipped, and Vanilla Chocolate Dipped. In addition, three probiotic yogurt Creamies were created: Peach, Chocolate and Raspberry.

So, if you want a guilt-free frozen treat this summer, reach for a Creamie!

Where can you buy them?

You can find the store nearest you here.

How to survive on no sleep as a parent

I have one piece of parenting advice that I always share with friends and family. It’s to ignore all of the parenting advice you are given and do whatever works for you! Ha. Profound, I know. But, there is one thing I want to share that has truly saved my sanity in the almost two years since having Hazel. I need to preface it by saying I know I am extremely lucky to have this as an option. I also know this is not possible for everyone, but maybe it will help a tired mom out there somewhere.

Hazel is not a great sleeper and hasn’t been since the day she was born. We’ve done all of the sleep training methods and she gets into a good routine and then usually out of it really quick. Most nights for the first 18 months of her life, she would be up at least 2-3 times. I really think sleep deprivation is torture because it affects absolutely every aspect of your life negatively.

Sam and I are both the kind of people who function best when we get 8 hours of sleep. Doesn’t everyone though? The first few weeks of parenting threw us into a tired frenzy. This is all familiar to most parents, but we decided we both just couldn’t do it. So, we came up with a little arrangement. It’s called “Vacation Suite”. We have a guest bedroom in our basement and we decided to start using it. Every other night, we would switch off sleeping down there. It’s soundproof, which means even though the baby was waking up multiple times a night, you cannot hear it when you’re in the vacation suite. After the first night down there, I knew it was going to make a world of difference.

Waking up refreshed, I was able to get through the day and be a more patient, loving, level-headed person. So, if you need a one night vacation that will change your life, start using that guest bedroom or sleeping on the couch with noise-canceling headphones, or whatever it takes to get some rest! I’m so glad we have been using a room in our house that otherwise sat ignored 99% of the time.

We have not done this for 20 months straight. We did do it quite a bit in the first 6 months of Hazel’s life, but she would get into good stretches where she would sleep pretty well and Sam and I could sleep in the same bed 🙂 After that, we would just do it when she was having a rough week and not sleeping well. It was also really great if one of us had something important the next day, we could sleep in the vacation suite.

Right before Hazel was born, I decided to decorate the vacation suite and make it cozy and comfortable. I just added a side table, candle and art and pillows that I loved. Little did I know, I would be spending a lot of time in there! It’s nice to have a space that feels very calming and quiet when you’re a new parent.

I know there are people thinking, wait how did you do this while breastfeeding? Well, if it was within a 6-hour stretch that the baby woke up, Sam would feed her milk that I had previously pumped or formula. Then, he would bring her down to me in the morning for feeding before taking her back upstairs again. This worked really well for us until I stopped breastfeeding at 9 months. Then, feedings were simplified because it was just formula.

Sam is a very involved parent and we knew to go into this parenting thing that we both wanted to give 100%. It has made a world of difference. We both LOVE our sleep and do not take it for granted. I’m happy to report we are currently in a great stage where Hazel is sleeping from about 7:30PM-6:30AM, so we rarely use the vacation suite.

I would love to hear what has worked for you when it comes to surviving on little sleep as a parent!

How To Create A Bucket List

It can be overwhelming to write a bucket list, but let’s all be like Marie Kondo and only put things on our list that bring us joy! It is a really fun family, couple, or personal activity to write down places you want to travel, things you want to do, and people you want to do those things with.

Here are a few of our favorite responses when we asked what people have put on their bucket list:

Swim with dolphins
Fly in a hot air balloon
Eat pasta in Italy
Run the Boston Marathon
Go to the Masters Golf Tournament in Augusta, Georgia
See the Grand Canyon
Try snow skiing
Kiss at the top of the Eiffel Tower
Go skydiving
Learn to play the piano
Take singing lessons
Paint a watercolor in nature
Learn a new language
Ride an elephant in Thailand
Learn to play chess

So, if you’re wanting to start yours, we think it’s helpful to separate everything into four categories. It can be daunting to think of EVERYTHING you want to do in your lifetime. By separating it into four different sections you can be more specific. Here is how we divided ours.

Travel: Write down three places you would like to see in your lifetime. These could be a National Park, a town where your ancestors are from, or a faraway vacation stop you would love to see.
Mind: Write down something that you can do to challenge yourself and expand your horizons. It could be learning how to meditate 5 minutes-a-day or reading one book per month.
Fun: What is the craziest thing you can think of? Write it down here! This is your chance to step OUT of your comfort zone and really go for it.
Talents: From public speaking to learning how to whip up homemade creme brulee write down something you want to learn. These goals can be more time intensive like learning a new language.

From there, you can create all sorts of lists and ideas. If you feel like you are stuck, grab your significant other or a trusted friend or relative and ask them what they would put on their list. It can be really fun to bounce ideas off of each other and discover new things about your closest friends and family members.

The next step is to get one of your items on the calendar and start looking forward to something that you have always wanted to do! There is nothing like the anticipation of a once-in-a-lifetime trip or the chance to learn something new.

You can see that we kept ours relatively simple and plan to add to them every year. We also created a FAMILY Bucket List. This one is filled with things we would like to do all together. They are not huge things, but rather the memories we want to create. It is such a great reminder that you don’t take anything with you when you die, other than the talents you’ve worked hard to develop and the memories you’ve spent time creating. Remember, our goal this month is to BOOK YOUR BUCKET LIST! That means taking a look at your list and making SOMEDAY A REALITY!

We have been so inspired by the people around us going for their goals. From the 80-year-old taking piano lessons to my neighbor who just ran her first marathon at 55, it is never too late! I love to think of my life as an evolving bucket list. No matter my age, I will always be capable of learning, growing and trying something new.

Please share what adventures are on your list so we can inspire each other!

Dying to book your dream vacation? It’s time to BOOK YOUR BUCKET LIST!

We are BEYOND excited to announce our May challenge: Book Your Bucket List!

This is by far our BIGGEST MONTH YET! If you want to catch up on our monthly challenges for 2019 you can see what we have done so far for January: The Get Ready Challenge, February: The Make Your Bed Challenge, March: Move for March Challenge, and April: The Love Where You Live Challenge.

Our challenge for April is “Book Your Bucket List” which means we booked the vacation of a lifetime… a 7-day guided tour of GREECE!!!

We are headed to the gorgeous beaches of Greece in 3 weeks and could not be more excited! This month we want to inspire any of you reading this to TAKE THE TRIP!

Our trip includes stops in Athens to see the Parthenon, in Santorini to see the beautiful Caldera cliffs, and Mykonos to soak up some sun on the beach.

We will be doing everything from learning how to make baklava in a cooking class to taking a yacht to a private island(!!) talk about dreams coming true!

Many of us put dreams of a lifetime on hold because there is always something holding us back, not enough money, vacation time, babysitters, etc.

Throughout the month of May we want you to BUILD your bucket list and then make it happen!

3 Hidden Gems in Salt Lake City

We have loved exploring our hometown this month and have found a few hidden treasures we want to tell you about. We thought we knew it all living in Salt Lake City for 30 years, but we were so wrong!

First up, Tracy Aviary. It’s located inside Liberty Park in downtown Salt Lake City and is easily accessible. We went on a Monday afternoon and basically had the place to ourselves. Having not visited since 4th grade, we didn’t remember much. Well, we were so impressed! Tracy Aviary is truly a beautiful sanctuary for birds. With gorgeous trails and landscaping, you feel like you’re transported somewhere completely different. They have done a great job of making it educational and pretty. The bird shows are fantastic, I’ve heard adults and kids alike rave about them.

We were shocked by how much fun our toddlers had! They loved seeing all of the birds and playing in all of the different recreation areas. We will definitely be going back!

Next on the list of hidden gems is the Utah Museum of Fine Arts. It is located at the University of Utah and showcases amazing art work. We were impressed at the range of artists and styles and also everything they do to make the museum family friendly. You can check out a free family backpack when you arrive. It’s filled with fun, hands-on activities that make the museum come alive for kids.

Third on the list is the Lion House Pantry. Did you know lunch or dinner at Lion House Pantry is included in your CONNECT PASS? We hadn’t visited since our friend’s 8th birthday party, so it had been a while 🙂 One thing we have never forgotten is THE ROLLS! They are legendary for a reason and everyone in Utah should get the chance to try them.

To get your own CONNECT PASS, go here.

How to get gorgeous tulip photos without going to Holland!

Spring is in the air and that means it is time to get outside! Whether it is blossoms or tulips, Ashton Gardens at Thanksgiving Point is the place to go for Instagram-worthy photo spots. As part of the #LoveWhereYouLive challenge we knew we wanted to get out to the gardens to see the blooms first hand.

Before we get to our day at the gardens with a few insider tips mixed in I wanted to share a few fun facts about the gardens:

Our first experience at Ashton Gardens was the Aaron Carter concert in the amphitheater when we were 12! Talk about the best night ever, take me back to those bedazzled tank top and butterfly clip days!
You will get your steps in! The gardens are 55-acres and have so many different trails and walkways you will be there for hours.
The gardens are home to the largest man-made waterfall in the Western Hemisphere! It is the backdrop for all of the concerts in the amphitheater and seriously beautiful.

They now have everyone that attends the festival register for a specific time, this is honestly a life saver. Otherwise, there would be no parking and a ton of overcrowding.

If you are not feeling up to walking all 15 themed gardens, they have Segways and golf carts available to rent!

All of the tulips used at Thanksgiving Point are imported directly from Holland.

The Connect Pass from Visit Salt Lake gets you into Ashton Gardens and the Museum of Curiosity! Guys, that is some major bang for your buck! They are 2 of the 16 different locations that you get to access for 365 days.

If you are hesitant to get the pass, buy it with a friend, or possibly for grandma? Mother’s Day is coming up and it makes for an unexpected gift that will provide lots of memories down the road.

We have LOVED our Connect Passes so much this month!

Our favorite dinner restaurants in Salt Lake City

We’ve been asked several times to create this post and are finally getting around to it! Sharing our favorite restaurants to eat in Salt Lake City, no matter your price range.

Cheap Eats $5-$12

Chunga’s Mexican Food: They make the best burrito in Utah, make sure you order the al pastor. They make it daily and usually sell out.

Costa Vida: It just always sounds good! A Utah classic, we actually like different things here. Brooke usually goes for the sweet pork burrito, while I love the chicken salad.

Median Price $12-25

Citris Grill: Yummy and local. We went here a lot growing up and have always loved it. They have something for everyone and it’s a laid-back environment if you want to take the whole family.

Ruth’s Diner: Our pick for patio dining in the summer. You can’t beat the atmosphere and the food is great too! We have fond memories of running up and down Emigration Canyon on Saturday mornings in high school all because we would promise ourselves a mile high biscuit if we did it. It was worth it every time (and that’s saying a lot!) Love this place for breakfast, lunch or dinner.

The Dodo: A classic! We order the off the menu “Dirtybird Salad” every time we go. It has the most delicious lemony dressing and is topped with piles of turkey and yummy toppings. You also cannot leave the place without ordering a slice of pie, our favorite is the Tollhouse.

Expensive $30-$75

Franck’s: tiny gem of a restaurant next to Tuscany. Perfect quiet restaurant to celebrate an anniversary or special occasion. We’ve never tried anything there we didn’t like.

Sicilia Mia: We recommend you order the Carbonara or any of the house-made pastas. We put it on the expensive list because we think it’s a place you should take advantage of their amazing appetizers and sides. Some of the best Italian food in Utah!

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