A vegetarian butcher shop may sound like an oxymoron, but not to local mushroom farmer Bryan Alley. Instead of meat cuts, Alley plans to give mushrooms center stage with his shop Mushroom Culture, a vegetarian butcher shop expected to open in early summer. Mushroom Culture will open in the former Blue Koi restaurant on 39th… Continue reading A “Mushroom Butcher Shop And Deli” Is Opening On 39th Street
Kansas Citian Jim Kane’s PBS series The Food Principle may be centered around food, but he’d sooner compare it to BBC’s Earth than Gordon Ramsay’s Hell’s Kitchen. As The Food Principle’s host and producer, Kane travels around the world, using food as the medium to explore each region. No, he won’t be inviting you into… Continue reading KC local’s PBS food show focuses on culture not gimmicks.
Sleater-Kinney Women-fronted indie rock band Sleater-Kinney became emblematic of the rebel mentality characteristic of women-centered rock bands in the ’90s. The Washington state-based band consisting of Corin Tucker and Portlandia star Carrie Brownstein—now a duo after longtime member Janet Weiss left the band in 2019—is touring in support of their 10th and newest album, The… Continue reading What you want to do this month in KC: March 2024
Here are nine great things to do in Kansas City this weekend, February 29-March 3, including: Setting the Stage, Uncorked: KC Wine Fest and J. Cole and Drake.
UMKC philosophy professor and author Clancy Martin struggled with suicidal ideation his whole life, attempting suicide 10 times starting from age six. Martin, who left Canada and moved around the U.S. during his school-age years, struggled in school, but he fell in love with philosophy at Stetson University. He found himself personally interested in the… Continue reading UMKC philosophy professor Clancy Martin shares advice in his newest book, How Not To Kill Yourself
A new Mexican restaurant is making its way to the Plaza. And no, it won’t be Tex-Mex. T’ähä, expected to open in late spring, is opening in the former Jax Fish House and will focus on authentic food from Central Mexico, but with a Midwestern flair (4814 Roanoke Pkwy, KCMO). T’ähä owners Jose Gomez and… Continue reading A Mexican Restaurant Is Replacing Jax Fish House On The Plaza
When she was young, it bothered – no, angered – Jacqueline Woodson that none of the characters she saw and read about in books looked and lived like her. As Woodson later told The New York Times, “My ordinary life wasn’t represented.” As an author of more than 40 books, Woodson has had a hand… Continue reading Meet celebrated author Jacqueline Woodson
On Valentine’s Day, the last call at Dave’s Stagecoach Inn was truly the last call: The beloved, family-owned KC dive bar in Wesport shuttered its doors after more than 70 years in business. Along with countless customers, owners Joyce and Jim Hess share fond memories of the bar that Joyce’s father opened in 1952. The… Continue reading Beloved Westport Dive Bar Closes After 70 Years
In 1991, vocalist Julie Turner thought she may never sing again. At the time, Turner was just over three decades into her professional career and was grappling with breathing issues, finding herself easily winded. Scheduled for surgery on her trachea, her doctors told her to be prepared for the worst. In anticipation of the surgery… Continue reading Vocalist Julie Turner reflects on her six-decade long career.
Our photographer Jeremey Theron Kirby captured every pivotal moment from the sidelines. Once again, the Kansas City Chiefs have etched their names in the annals of NFL history, seizing victory in a spectacular and often agonizing Super Bowl showdown. It may have taken a quarter of overtime, a bungled punt and a missed extra point,… Continue reading Celebrating the Kansas City Chiefs’ Super Bowl Victory
Champagne bar Ça Va, a Westport dining staple, announced in a recent press release that it will celebrate its 10-year anniversary by closing down. Temporarily, that is. “With this coming March marking the 10th anniversary of Ça Va, the decision was made to end this particular chapter and make some changes before launching into the… Continue reading Popular Westport Champagne Bar Is Closing…For Now.
Here are eleven great things to do in KC this weekend, February 22-25, including: Peter Pan, Symphonic Genesis and Phil Collins and Winterlude Jazz Festival.
Local fast casual chain Tiki Taco continues to expand since changing ownership nearly four years ago. The Cali-inspired Mexican fast food joint recently opened a third location in downtown Overland Park (7514 W. 80th St. OPKS). It has also been recognized as one of 2024’s hottest startups. The Overland Park site joins Tiki Taco’s Troost and… Continue reading KC’s Tiki Taco Opens New Location & is Recognized As One Of 2024’s Hottest Startups
Downtown Overland Park’s Vintage ‘78 Wine Bar has been open less than a year and has already gained significant recognition, locally and globally. Not only was the small OP wine bar one of the 10 restaurants that made our KC’s Best New Restaurants list in December, its recently receive recognition from The World’s Best Wine… Continue reading OP Wine Bar Receives Prestigious Global Recognition
Here are ten great things to do in KC this weekend, February 15-18, including: Peter Pan, Enrique Iglesias and Band of Horses.
Our KC Chiefs win football’s biggest game once again and now it’s time to celebrate. Kansas City Mayor Quinton Lucas announced a city-wide celebration and parade for Wednesday. School Districts across the metro have already cancelled school for the day, so everyone has a chance to participate. The festivities will start at 11 a.m. with… Continue reading KC Chiefs do it again!
Kansas City, Kansas (KCK), is undergoing a significant transformation, with new developments and revitalization projects reshaping its downtown landscape. As the city continues to attract residents, businesses, and tourists, several exciting projects are on the horizon that will redefine its urban core. Here’s a look at what’s coming next for downtown KCK. 1. The Rise… Continue reading The Future of Downtown Kansas City, Kansas: What’s Coming Next?
Running out of key ingredients when you’re ready to cook can be frustrating, but same-day shipping makes it easier than ever to get what you need without delay. Whether planning a last-minute meal, hosting a gathering, or simply forgetting an essential item, finding fast and reliable delivery options is a game-changer. With the right online… Continue reading How To Get Ingredients With Same-Day Shipping For Your Recipes?
As Travis Kelce would say, “You gotta fight for your right to party!” So, start your Super Bowl party with Taylor Swift’s favorite cocktail, The French Blonde, featuring a gin from the venerable local distillery Tom’s Town. Tom’s Town’s botanical gin is the official gin of the Chiefs. “A lot of folks are asking for… Continue reading Celebrate The Super Bowl with the Chief’s official Gin in Swift’s Favorite Cocktail
Here are nine great things to do in Kansas City this Super Bowl weekend, February 8-11, including: Johnny Cash: The Official Concert Experience, comedian Nate Bargatze and a Red Kingdom Super Bowl watch party.
Spring is coming into focus, and that means graduation and wedding season are on the way—along with lots and lots of photos. Whether you’ve got a big event coming up or it’s time to update the family portrait, local photographers have a few hints. Wedding and portrait photographer Erishyll Mae Isidro of Erishyll Mae Photography… Continue reading KC photographers tell us how to get the perfect shot
Local novelist Margaret Rose knows a thing or two about romance: spice, meet-cutes, heartthrobs and happy endings. “I think people are searching for happiness and uplifting novels to read,” says Rose, author of romantic comedies Sink or Sell and Kissing Bandit. “The fun is in how you get there.” Rose spent her early career working… Continue reading KC has its very own romance novel-only bookshop
There are lots of reasons to head to the observation deck topping Kansas City City Hall, not the least being the incredible city-wide views. The 1937 structure is an architectural gem worth a visit in its own right, whether you make it to the 30th-floor observation deck or not. The building is a complementary mix… Continue reading KC’s City Hall offers a bird’s-eye view
Dive Bar ’Cue After two years of operating Night Goat Barbecue out of his New American restaurant Fox and Pearl, Chef Vaughn Good has finally found a spot where his pitmaster abilities can take center stage. Good is moving Night Goat into Fox and Pearl’s basement—and turning the space into a dive bar. Night Goat… Continue reading What’s new in Kansas City food and drink: February 2024
Isaiah Petrie’s introduction to playing jazz and the vibraphone came about as a pragmatic need for another credit during his senior year of high school. The decision would prove to be a game-changer, expanding his musical horizons in ways he didn’t anticipate. “It just went from there,” Petrie says. Growing up in a musical family… Continue reading Isaiah Petrie is taking the jazz scene by storm
No matter what social app you’re scrolling, it doesn’t take long before you stumble upon a chef or influencer wanting to show you the latest recipe, cooking hack or piece of stylish kitchen equipment. Yet even in the saturated market of food content, KC-based Youtuber Lisa Nguyen manages to stand out. Between her lighthearted cooking… Continue reading Popular KC Youtuber Lisa Nguyen talks ramen, home cooking and potential pop-ups.
Simple and sustainable are the words we’re seeing used most this year in the world of floral design. Pantone set the tone for muted, luxurious design by naming Peach Fuzz the 2024 Color of the Year, and floral experts are following suit, with many dubbing this the “year of simplicity.” Inspiration for floral designs and… Continue reading Beautiful Blossoms
