Two local establishments are James Beard Award finalists

Marissa and Mark Gencarellis of Yoli / Photo by Rebecca Norden and Caleb Condit

Congratulations are in order! As of yesterday, two Kansas City establishments have jumped ahead as finalists in the 2023 James Beard Awards – Drastic Measures for Outstanding Bar and Yoli Tortilleria for Outstanding Bakery. Initially, KC was well represented with seven restaurants and bars announced as semifinalist in January. Johnny Leach of The Town Company… Continue reading Two local establishments are James Beard Award finalists

Wolfepack BBQ adjusts to post-pop-up life.

Photography by Caleb Condit & Rebecca Norden.

“Fifth Street” isn’t really a thing—yet. But it could be in a few years with more openings like the new Wolfepack BBQ, which is right next to wildly popular Vietnamese coffee shop Cafe Cà Phê and down the block from Swoon Cookie Crafters. Just over a year ago, Jared Wolfe opened his ’cue concept, which… Continue reading Wolfepack BBQ adjusts to post-pop-up life.