Spend a Day in Provo

Confession, I’m the type of Salt Laker who grew up a Utah County hater. But lately, I’ve discovered some true Provo gems that are helping change my mind about the area. Take the FrontRunner down and make a day of it.

House of Frybread

Truly the best fry bread in town. While they closed their brick and mortar store, they’ve been doing monthly pop-ups at Fresko. Keep an eye on their Instagram for dates.

Mozz Artisan Pizza

A casual pizza place with tasty combinations like serrano honey and leek with garlic confit. No disrespect to the nonnas out there, but get a side of their house made ranch for dipping.

Yummy’s BBQ

Their new Provo location has a make-your-own ramyun bar with 12 flavors to choose from and a variety of fresh veggie and meat options to mix-in.

Rockwell Ice Cream

Save room for dessert and grab a scoop at Rockwell Ice Cream. They have a goat cheese flavor called (naturally) “The G.O.A.T.,” with blackberry lemon jam and honey rosemary roasted almonds. The perfect combo of sweet and savory.

Harmony

This place is a delight to peruse. It’s not just a fabric store; they have yarn, gifts, ribbon, and tchotchkes. During my recent visit, I picked up a flower frog (or kenzan) to try my hand at ikebana, a Japanese style of flower arranging. Because, alas, I can’t stop (won’t stop) hobbying.

Taste Artisan Chocolate

Taste is a fun place to go for a celebration because they offer afternoon teas, chocolate tastings, or fondue. Remember to book your reservation in advance.

Old Habits Vintage

Everything old is new again, do you remember JNCO jeans? Well, they’re making a comeback and you can find them at this new vintage shop located in The Shops at Riverwood (5055 N. Edgewood Dr.). They carry a wide selection of T-shirts, too.

✈️ Bonus! Something I often forget about as a Salt Laker: There’s an airport in Provo that has cheap flights to almost 20 cities in the U.S. like Austin, Portland, and Orlando. In case you’re looking to getaway this summer.