Novel debuts an espresso and pastry bar

Upscale East Crossroads restaurant Novel is opening an espresso bar and pastry counter at the south end of its restaurant. Penrose (1927 McGee St.) will be open First Friday, July 5, from 7 am to 3 pm. Penrose’s general manager, Kyle Evans, started in the coffee industry 15 years ago, first with Kansas City’s The… Continue reading Novel debuts an espresso and pastry bar

The Plaza’s new owners plan to invest millions

Plaza Art Fair. Courtesy image

The Country Club Plaza‘s new owners come with deep pockets and a promise to invest $100 million to bring the iconic property back to its former glory. “We are thrilled to be the new stewards of this beloved destination of Kansas City and restoring the jewel of the midwest,” Ray W. Wasburne, president of HP… Continue reading The Plaza’s new owners plan to invest millions

Corvino Is adding a Cocktail Lounge with a small plate menu

A Dish From Corvino's Tasting Table / Photo Taken By Caleb Condit & Rebecca Norden

Corvino Supper Club and Tasting Room has long been considered one of KC’s top fine dining establishments (we dubbed it the No. 1 Restaurant in KC in 2022). Despite seven years of success, the Crossroads restaurant is making some creative changes, starting with turning part of its space into a cocktail lounge (1830 Walnut St.). The… Continue reading Corvino Is adding a Cocktail Lounge with a small plate menu