Brimming with natural delights and a vibrant culture, Salt Lake City is a city that's worth checking out. Here are some highlights from Utah's lovely capital.

Temple Square
The heart and home of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints is a beautiful downtown landmark, with the impressive temple dominating the area. There's a lot to see on the grounds, including the Mormon Tabernacle and the Beehive House.

Red Butte Garden
Natures lovers will go wild over the amazing trails and plantlife to see here. Take a nice hike and you'll be treated with extraordinary views of the entire valley! Red Butte Garden also has arts facilities and frequently hosts concerts and performances.

Pioneer Theatre Company
Pioneer is a professional theatre company known for its incredible production values. One of the area's cultural treasures, taking in a show here is a must for visitors interested in the arts.

Sugarhouse Park
This beautiful and well-maintained park is perfect for a pleasant walk or picnic. There's a wonderful duck pond and numerous pavillions and benches, making it the ideal place to relax and enjoy some time outside.

The Great Salt Lake
One of the saltiest lakes in the world, this impressive landmark is also massive. The lake is a great spot to look for migratory birds. Check out Antelope Island, too for some terrific opportunities to see gorgeous scenery and wildlife.

Beets Living Foods Café is a vegan, raw food establishment that makes food that will impress any diner. Passion and creativity are at work in the kitchen to create healthy and good tasting meals. These dishes aren't your typical, bland sort of health food fare. Inventive items like the raw reuben and an eggplant B.L.T. are all over the menu, as are an impressive selection of side and entree salads. There's also an array of refreshing fruit and vegetable smoothies. Beets also regularly offers classes on raw cooking, and can be rented out for events at extremely great rates. Relax in the spacious dining room and enjoy a nice meal or a quick refresher. Whatever you do, be sure not to miss Beets Living Foods Café. You'll be amazed that so much flavor can come out of raw cooking, and your body will thank you for it!

Beets Living Foods Café
1611 W. 5th Street
Suite 165
Austin, TX 78703
(512) 477-2338
http://www.yelp.com/biz/beets-living-foods-cafe-austin
 

As the mosaic of nature's colors arrive, the pumpkins grow in the cornfields, and the cornucopia of harvest festivals enrich our area, we want to wish you a Happy Autumn.