Restaurant Guide of Kansas City™

VIP INVITATION Author Dinner at Jasper's

2012-01-27T15:23:00.002-06:00

VIPINVITATION Author Dinner at Jasper's: February 1, 2012 Gabrielle Hamilton ofBlood, Bones & Butter

Greeting Foodies!

Wow...Gabrielle Hamilton is coming to Kansas City for a booksigning. The authorof Blood, Bones & Butter will be at Jasper's on Wednesday February 1, 2012 at 6:30 PM.

Gabrielle's writing has appeared in Saveur, Food & Wine,Bon Appetit, GQ and The New York Times. Gabrielle has appeared on the MarthaStewart Show and The Food Network.

Anthony Bourdain claims Blood Bones & Butter is THE BESTMEMOIR ever from a chef!

Make reservations today at 816.941.6600 or email jasperjr@jasperskc.com.

The cost is Only 50.00!

Jasper's chefs will be preparing four courses inspired byGabrielle's PRUNE RESTAURANT in NYC. You will absolutely love her HolidayMinestrone & Grilled Cheese Sandwiches, Gabrielle's Mother In Law'sEggplant Parmigiana, PRUNE Chicken Thighs & Braised Fennel along with hersignature dessert of Mascarpone Gelato & Salted Caramel Croutons.

I will be interviewing Gabrielle on his radio show LIVE!From Jasper's Kitchen Saturday at 11 AM on KCMO Talk Radio 710.

I am looking forward to meeting you at the dinner andintroducing my friend Gabrielle!

buca di beppo

2012-01-25T19:12:00.000-06:00

new menu items at buca di beppo:

Chicken& Sausage Ziti: Tender chicken breast and sausage with garlic, redonions, tomatoes and spinach tossed in a garlic cream sauce.

ShrimpFlorentine: Shrimp sautéed in garlic tossed with linguine, diced tomatoesand spinach in a butter sauce.

Buca alaEnzo: Pancetta and fried Prosciutto with sautéed button mushrooms andpeas tossed with Bucatini pasta.

Tuscan PorkChops: Breaded and pan sautéed bone-in chops topped with lemon buttersauce and garnished with capers.

My mom's cooking

2012-01-24T12:30:00.000-06:00

"Pot au feu" is a French beef stew. According to chef Raymond Blanc, the pot-au feu is "the quintessence of French family cuisine, it is the most celebrated dish in France. It honours the tables of the rich and poor alike.

My mom used to cook "pot au feu", and I have followed her steps. She used to do something different with the left over. Which I do!

It changes it a little so you don't get too bored with it...

Restaurant Guide Secrets!

2012-01-23T16:41:00.001-06:00

The Art Institutes! Freshly baked breads under Chef Carter’s instruction are now available on Mondays and Tuesdays from 11-11:45am for the next 8 weeks. All the breads are fantastic!

Located at 8208 Melrose. Call 913-217-4600 if you have any questions.

I just ate a baguette by myself! Ooops!

Family-owner kitchen and home accessories store

2012-01-23T14:15:00.003-06:00

If you're a culinary artist or budding cook looking for that perfect piece to finish a fantastic meal, there's no doubt you'd find it at Pryde's.
Pryde's is a family-owned kitchen and home accessories store in the heart of old Westport, Mo. in Kansas City, Mo.
“We have a staggering array of bake ware…cookware…any kitchen gadget. In face we love when people come in and get that glazed-over look,” said Louise Meyers, the store’s current owner.
Pryde’s Building is Historic
The brick building was built in 1922 for the Helen Thomes School of Dance. Helen Siebert Thomes was born in Kansas City, Mo. in 1884. She conducted the Helen Thomes School of Dancing for several years before retiring in 1942.
Decades later Pryde's took over the space. Louise Meyers' parents opened the store in 1968.
"They were down the street for four years then they found this gem of a building and bought this in 1972," said Meyers.
10,000 Square Feet of Stuff
10,000 square feet of space is stuffed with everything you'd need for your kitchen - from spatulas to towels to hard-to-find cookware and home accessories.
Meyers pointed out a Le Creuset bake ware dish in orange- what she says is this season’s hottest color. “We've carried the Le Creuset cookware for forty years…the cast iron cookware with the enamel finish. And we have ten sizes of Dutch Ovens…skillets and sauce pans. ”
Visitors can also sip Pryde's special blend coffee while they shop or taste one of the store’s homemade pies baked fresh every Friday and Saturday.
Pryde's is open Monday through Saturday from 10:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. The store is closed Sundays.

KC LIVE! BRINGS BOURBON STREET TO KANSAS CITY

2012-01-23T13:43:00.000-06:00

Bourbon Street comes to Downtown Kansas City on Saturday,February 18, 2012, at the 4^th Annual Mardi Gras Festival at KC Live!in the Power & Light District.

The event will feature entertainment with DJ Mike Scott onthe KC Live! Stage, bead giveaways and Mardi Gras-themed contests, including aMost Beads contest, Best Dressed and Hurricane Drinking contest. Over $500 incash and prizes will be awarded to contest winners.

The event is free to attend, but guests may purchase anall-inclusive Free-4-All wristband to access additional specials and no coverthroughout the evening. The Free-4-All pass is $20 in advance and $30 at thedoor. It may be purchased online at www.missiontix.comor in participating venues.

With the Free-4-All wristband, guests will enjoy beveragesfrom 8 to 11 p.m. and free cover all night inside the KC Live! Block and atparticipating venues. Participating venues include: McFadden’s Sports Saloon,Shark Bar, Johnny’s Tavern, Pizza Bar, Howl at the Moon, PBR Big Sky, AngelsRock Bar, Tengo Sed Cantina, Maker’s Mark Bourbon House & Lounge, MosaicLounge and the KC Live! Living Room.

Guests must be 21 or older to attend. The4^th Annual Mardi Gras Festival is sponsored by Miller Lite andSouthern Comfort.

Cheese Day

2012-01-20T09:31:00.002-06:00

Here is a recipe that everyone loves:

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1/2 cup soft, fresh goat cheese (such as Montrachet)
1/3 cup pesto (Hen House)
2 tablespoons olive oil
All purpose flour

Preheat oven to 380°F. Combine goat cheese, pesto in small bowl; mix well. Dredge chicken breast with flour and add cheese mixture. Roll - secure them with a toothpick. Repeat with remaining chicken and cheese mixture.

Heat olive oil in heavy large oven-proof skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Fry chicken breast in olive oil until golden brown on all sides, turning occasionally, about 4 minutes. Place skillet with chicken in oven and bake until chicken is tender and cooked through, about 10 minutes.

I will take a picture tomorrow when I do it! Accompagnied with zucchini or green beans. Perfect meal!

It is fun to do that!
Bon Appétit!

Sunday at Webster House

2012-01-13T09:06:00.001-06:00

Sunday Brunch 10-2 every Sunday at Webster House is a delicious event. Join us for Brioche French Toast and a Mimosa (pictured), Steak Benedict, Biscuits and Gravy, Pan Seared Salmon just to name a few of the amazing brunch items on our menu. The full menu is available at Webster House and you won't believe the value. Celebrate the weekend and relax at Webster House.

Wine Dinner at Fou Frog

2012-01-10T14:21:00.001-06:00

It's short notice, but you won't want to miss this special event - THIS WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 11th!

Five Course Wine Dinner with special guest, Jean-Francois Bonnete. $95 for food and wine (tax/tip not included).
We hope you will join us for what we feel with be a very special evening. Call for reservations or go online to Online Reservation and please write "wine dinner" in the comment area. Thanks and hope to see you THIS Wednesday, January 11th.

Are you still going out on the Plaza?

2012-01-09T11:09:00.000-06:00

The Country Club Plaza has been my favorite, reminding me a little Europe. The Country Club Plaza is perhaps our Times Square or little secret. The entire 15-block district, with more than 150 shops and dozens of fine restaurants, makes The Country Club Plaza Kansas City's premier shopping, dining and entertainment destination.

blanc burgers + bottles *
Bo Ling's *Buca di Beppo
Cafe Trio *
Chaz on the Plaza
Classic Cup *Figlio *
Fiorella's Jack Stack BBQ *Fogo de Chão®
Hibachi *JJ's *Julian *
Kona Grill
McCormick & Schmick's
Melting Pot #M&S Grill
Oak Room Plaza III *Starker's Restaurant *

In 2011 a shots rang out on the Plaza, and three teenagers were injured. Did that incident have changed your perception of the Plaza?

Designer Eclairs and Profiteroles Cooking Class

2012-01-08T19:50:00.005-06:00

Designer Eclairs and Profiteroles Cooking Class

If you've ever stirred up a batchof choux pastry in a saucepan, you know how easy it is. It's what you do withit next that separates the pastry artists from the rest of us. Trending now inParis are both sweet and savory eclairs and profiteroles with a moderntwist--move over macaron! Warm up to these treats and enjoy a fun-filled class withLes Dames d'Escoffier. We'll begin with a petit dejeuner (French forbreakfast ya know). Then Pastry Chef Carter Holton, who just recently won aFood Network Challenge, will work his magic. We'll all takehome a box of eclairs and profiteroles plus recipes. Saturday, January 21, 2012 from 9:30 a.m. toNoon at Portfolio Kitchen and Home (covered parking in the back of thebuilding) 215 West Pershing, KCMO 64108. Your $45 check or credit card is your reservation. RSVP by January 18 tokathy@kcrestaurantguide.com.

OPHELIA'S Restaurant & Inn

2012-01-06T10:26:00.004-06:00

OPHELIA'SRestaurant & Inn presents...

JAZZMEETS BLUES

On theIndependence Square

8 PM TOMIDNIGHT

FRIDAY, JANUARY 6TH
"MAMA" RAY BAND - WITH JAY EU DALY - ALLEN MONROE - DON GLAZA
(JAZZ-BLUES-CONTEMPORARY)

SATURDAY - JANUARY 7
BILLY MEYNIER (6 PM-9 PM)

(JAZZPIANO)

FRIDAY - JANUARY 13
THE OLD CROWS - FEATURING - MO PAUL - CHRIS IMMELE - DOUG HITCHCOCK -ALTON LOTT
(BLUES & CONTEMPORARY)

FRIDAY - JANUARY 20
"MAMA" RAY BAND
(JAZZ-BLUES-CONTEMPORARY)

FRIDAY - JANUARY 27
THE BREW - FEATURING - MARK VALENTINE - RAY DI MARCHI - ANDY DEWITT - TERRYSWOPE
(JAZZ-BLUES-CONTEMPORARY WITH A TWIST)

Food Trends for 2012?

2011-12-26T14:00:00.000-06:00

Industry experts forecast 2012 trends:

There’s no economic rebound to prosperity, but it will continue to be a better environment than it was in 2008, 2009 and 2010.

Restaurants will benefit from pent-up demand. Two out of five American adults said in a recent survey that they are not using restaurants as often as they would like.

More chains will return to the earth and emphasize real, fresh or local foods to the maximum extent that they can, given the constraints of their systems.
“Premiumization” is now a basic diner expectation, given the proliferation of upgraded, enhanced, or higher-end products at modest prices. Examples: T.G.I. Friday's new Langostino Lobster-topped entrées or Arby's medium-rare Angus beef sandwiches.
“Miniaturization,” or the continued growth of small plates, snacks and downsized portion options, which have been driven by price sensitivity, consumer interest in sampling, grazing or sharing, and health concerns.

Will the food-truck herd thin or grow? The mobile-kitchen business is seasonal, and winter around here is an unforgiving time. Food trucks are replacing gourmet and specialty stores as the channel to experiment and discover new food experiences – especially when it comes to ethnic foods.

Fast casual will remain hot. The segment’s year-to-year traffic rose 6 percent for the year ended Oct. 31, and more operators are looking to capitalize on its appeal.

Consumers hesitant to spend want twists on the familiar, such as comfort foods with gourmet, ethnic artisanal or wood-fired flare, and innovative sandwiches, wraps, pizza and pasta.

The popularity of Asian cuisines will likely accelerate in 2012 as consumers become more familiar with them.

Breakfast will move beyond sandwiches. As the breakfast daypart continues to grow.

More pop-ups are on the way. For chefs, pop-ups are a way to test new dishes, let off some creative steam, expand their brand to new neighborhoods and otherwise take risks without the hefty up-front investment required for a traditional restaurant.

Another year of high fuel prices. The logistics of managing freight into distribution centers, and then on to restaurants will be one of the biggest challenges for supply chain professionals in 2012.

Fashionable Cuisine - more celebrity chefs are coming to town. Celina Tio at Julian Restaurant competeted for the Next Iron Chef and Top chef Master, planting the flag for television chefs. The Food Network’s Aaron Sanchez opened Mestizo in Park Place in November. Who is next?

Are you looking forward to trying new foods? What are some of your favorites?

Wine recommendations

2011-12-24T07:59:00.001-06:00

Shafer Napa Valley Merlot 2007 - $40
Grape variety: Merlot
Taste profile: 92 points Wine Spectator: "Dark and muscular, with blackberry and graphite aromas. Strong depth this wine displays for this early ripening variety aromas and a long, full finish. Delicious.
Pairings: This wine has many opportunities: lamb chops, seasoned pork loin, and, my favorite, game birds such as duck or pheasant.

Le Haut-Médoc de Giscours Haut-Médoc 2005 - $20
Grape variety: Cabernet Sauvignon - Merlot
Taste profile: This is a second wine from Giscours and is drinking better than ever today. It's full of character, spices, dark tobacco and berries.
Pairings: Perfect with a roast, or any other "earthy" dish.

Montebuena Rioja 2009 - $12
Grape variety: 100% Tempranillo grapes
Taste profile: On the palate it is packed with ripe fruit, has outstanding concentration, and impeccable balance. 90 points Wine Advocate
Pairings: Perfect with Brie cheese, small tapas or any appetizers.

Durigutti Mendoza, Argentia - $15
Grape variety: Malbec
Taste profile: Listed in the Wine Spectator's Top 100 Wines of 2010. 90 points from the Wine Spectator: if you like Merlot - you would like this one.
Pairings: Drink Malbec with roast beef, steak, roast turkey.

All theses wines can be found here in Kansas.

DON'T MISS OUT!

2011-12-21T15:56:00.002-06:00

DON'T MISS OUT! PURCHASE YOUR TICKETS
TO KC'S BIGGEST NEW YEAR'S EVE PARTY

2012 LIVE! is Kansas City'sBIGGEST and BEST New Year's Eve Party!
For the first time, KC Live! is hosting a ticketed event, featuring
an All-Inclusive General Admission Package
plus, the best entertainment and a 'Times Square' atmosphere
in the heart of Downtown KC!

The entertainment lineup includessome of the biggest deejays in KC,
including Highnoone, Mike Scott, Steve Serrano and Ashton Martin,
spinning throughout KC Live! at four different locations, plus confetticannons,
laser shows and a 'Times Square' ball drop at Midnight!

Tickets are just $85 and goingfast! Your ticket includes:
top shelf all inclusive beverages (featuring premium cocktails, import anddomestic beers and wines), complimentary food buffets, party favors andall-access passes to:
Angels Rock Bar, PBR Big Sky, Mosaic Lounge, Shark Bar, McFadden's SportsSaloon, Johnny's Tavern, KC Live! Living Room, Tengo Sed Cantina, Pizza Bar,Maker's Mark Bourbon House & Lounge and Howl at the Moon.
For VIP upgrades or table reservations, email parties@powerandlightdistrict.com

Must be 21+ to attend
Tickets available at participating locations or online at www.NYEKansasCity.com

2012LIVE! – Kansas City's Biggest New Year's Eve Bash
KC Live! Block in the Power & Light District
Saturday, December 31, 2011
Tickets: $85 Single/$160 Couple (Now – Dec 30); $95 (December 31)
www.NYEKansasCity.com

Happy Hour Melting Pot

2011-12-12T07:18:00.001-06:00

The Melting Pot

NEW bar foods $8 small plates

**NEW** Bar Foods at The Melting Pot. Now you can enjoy SmallPlates! $8
Kobe Beef Sliders, Lobster Quesadilla, Seared Ahi Tuna, MediterraneanFlatbread, Smoked Salmon Bruschetta, Savory Satay Skewers and Garlic DijonShrimp

The Melting Pot ofKansas City has been voted Ingram's Magazine's Bronze Medal Award Winner, 2007and 2008 'Best Place to Dine with a Group.'

Looking for somethingunique and interactive? We can help. The Melting Pot Private Dining offers anexperience fit for any special event. Your reservation will include fabulousfondue, top notch service and the guidance of your own personal eventcoordinator. Our large private party room is available for up to 55 fondue guestsand can accommodate groups for meeting, luncheons and dinner events. Dip intosomething different this time around and treat your guests to fondue!

Please contact KarenLedford at 816-260-7944 or meltingpotevents@aol.com forfurther details and scheduling.

More information

Book your Holiday Events now at bluestem!

2011-12-06T13:02:00.001-06:00

Book your Holiday Events now at bluestem!

bluestem isavailable for private luncheons, evening events, and cocktail parties. ChefsColby and Megan Garrelts will create custom seasonal menus for that perfectoccasion. Let bluestem help create memories this holiday season!

During themonth of December bluestem willoffer

3-Coursesfor $30.00 for private lunch parties Tuesday – Saturday

Menu selectionsinclude an appetizer, entrée choice, and dessert.

Lunch partiesmust be a minimum of 15 guests with a maximum of 40 guests.

Beverage selections,sales tax, and gratuity are not included in the special lunch pricing and thereis no additional room charge during the day. Chefs Colby and Megan can also addadditional courses to your lunch and/or reception possibilities to expand yourDecember luncheon for an additional charge.

contact ourgeneral manager Jeremy Lamb at jeremy@bluestemkc.com for event planninginformation.

Tassos Gift Baskets

2011-12-06T07:17:00.001-06:00

Tasso's Greek Restaurant & Catering

8411 Wornall
Kansas City, MO 64114
816.363.4776

4 Bottles of Tasso’s Famous Greek Salad Dressing

$24.95

Tasso’s Famous Greek Salad Dressing, Nemea Boutari(Greek Red Wine) & Boutari Moschofilero (Greek White)
$44.95
Tasso’s Famous Greek Salad Dressing, Nemea Boutari, Boutari Moschofilero & Glaros Ouzo
$69.95

Jowler Creek Vineyard & Winery

2011-12-05T11:16:00.001-06:00

December 16, 2011 Colleen Gerke owner & vintner ofJowler Creek vineyards will be at the store signing bottles at Ensminger Retail Liquor Store

Great Holiday gifts! She will personalize them!! Great wines, local sustainable farming. Fun interesting lady who grew up in California wine country.

913.469.9006

Jowler Creek Vineyard & Winery
16905 Jowler Creek Road
Platte City
816-858-5528
www.jowlercreek.com
Tasting room hours: 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday
It’s not unusual for regional wineries to be launched by amateur winemakers, but it usually doesn’t work out as well as it has for Jason and Colleen Gerke. The path from wine lovers to amateur winemakers to successful winery owners would seem torturous for most, but for the Gerkes it seems like fate, even if they still carry a sense of amazed joy that it’s working out so well.
“I grew up in the central coast of California,” Colleen Gerke says, “and everything around me was vines. I went to Cal Poly, majoring in agriculture, and I had to choose either chemistry or winemaking for my major.
“Well,” she says, giggling at the ease of the decision, “free wine?”
So she chose winemaking, though she admits that she never really thought about using her degree. She and Jason met in college and started to date. After they married, they moved to Kansas City.
Jason Gerke had grown up on a farm in central Missouri. So when they settled into their little house in Waldo and started making wine out of the basement, it was natural that they eventually thought about finding a more suitable place.
“Both of us grew up in rural areas,” she says, “and we wanted to get back to farming some land. We found our piece of property in Platte County, and we thought grapes would look really pretty there.”
They planted grapes around their new house, but after they did more research, “we realized that it was not the best place for our grapes right along the driveway!”
They continued to plant, focusing on Missouri’s official state grape, Norton, “just as a hobby,” she says, “but we kinda got bit by it. We planted two acres our second year, still thinking we would sell everything (all the grapes), but then we realized that we already make our own wine and we like drinking wine. So why are we going to sell our grapes to somebody else?”
Before long, people started knocking on the door in search of their wine. “We ended up putting a little tasting bar down in our basement,” she says.
They planted more and more vines: more Norton, and then Vignoles and then Traminette and Cabernet Franc, and they’ve outgrown their basement.
In fact, their tasting room and winery is a far cry from those basement days; it’s a lovely spot, and the wines have quickly earned an excellent reputation among the ranks of area wineries.
Their Norton is robust and substantial, and their Chambourcin is living proof that this red raspberry-tinged grape has a bright future both in this area and for Jowler Creek. Their Vignoles has the richness and complexity of that grape, in a sweeter iteration, and their Traminette is intensely floral, as befits a grape with parents that include that wonderfully aromatic grape, Gewurztraminer.

City Wide Taxi Service. Anywhere in Kansas City!

2011-12-05T07:11:00.001-06:00

Kansas City may not be a walking town, but we can help you from here to there. Johnson County to North of the River. Westport to the West Bottoms.Yellow Cab of KC provides fast, reliable taxi service all over the Metropolitan Kansas City area. Call 816-471-5000 or 888-471-6050 Now For 24-Hour Yellow Cab Service!

TEXTFOR A TAXI
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Doyou want to text for a taxi? Do you know how easy it is? All you need to do istext your street address, (ie - 1234 Main St) and a cab will be dispatched andon its way!

Text Line
(816) 805-6388

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(913) 534-8294

Order Holiday Pies from Courthouse Exchange!

2011-12-05T06:31:00.001-06:00

This holidayseason, relax and let us do the baking!

Order yourHoliday Pies from Sally & Courthouse Exchange.

We have allof your favorites from Apple to Chocolate Pecan.

See the fulllist at courthouseexchange.com

Call us at816.252.0344 for more info and to place your order.

HappyHolidays!!

The Raphael

2011-11-29T07:25:00.002-06:00

The Red Envelope Please
The rewards could be big for Raphael Guests and Chaz Diners. December 1 – December 31st guests/diners will receive a “Red Envelope”. Each envelope contains a certificate good for use on the holders’ next visit to Chaz or Raphael January 2012 – February 2012. The prize could be big ----- We are giving away two Shopper’s Delight Packages (see below) as well as other great packages and discounts!! Be sure to get your Red Envelope when you stay at The Raphael or dine at Chaz.

The Raphael Shopper’s Delight Package
What better way to start your holiday shopping season than with a vacation. The Raphael’s Shopper’s Delight Package includes: choice of accommodations, certificate for a bottle of wine, and two appetizers at Chaz on the Plaza. All the shopping you can want is only a few steps from your hotel on the famous Country Club Plaza.
http://www.raphaelkc.com/special-pkg/kansas-city-vacation-packages.aspx

Chaz for the holidays
Chaz is a romantic and festive place to dine every night through the Season of Lights. Christmas and New Year’s Eve are especially so thanks to menus created by Chef Charles d’Ablaing and his culinary team.

Chaz on the Plaza Live Entertainment

Be sure to drop into Chaz for live entertainment in December (or any month!). You can listen to local favorites and enjoy a drink. Chaz features live entertainment every evening Tuesday – Sunday. You can hear Kansas City’s premier musicians like: Lonnie McFadden Duo, Max Groove, Joey K, the Cavern Club, and many others. Check out our event calendar for a complete listing.

blanc burgers + bottles

2011-11-22T09:27:00.002-06:00

plan your
plaza lights cocktail party
at
blanc burgers + bottles

gather with friends, employees or family
in one of our two private areas for
happy hour cocktails and appetizers.

enjoy a chef’s selection of:

onion rings
buffalo wings
sliders
truffle fries
fish tacos
sweet potato fries
hummus & pita

indulge your guests with one of the
largest beer selections in town
or celebrate with an eggnog shake!

to make your reservation contact

jim@blancburgers.com

4710 jefferson street
kansas city, missouri 64112
816.931.6200

mention RGKC & this event for a 10% discount

Winter - Oranges

2011-11-16T08:54:00.006-06:00

The season has already started. Now is the time for blood oranges to arrive at your table. Very aromatic, with little acidity, they are excellent oranges.

Blood oranges cultivated in the United States are in season from December to March (Texas), and from November to May (California).

Yummy ideas

Nice with duck or porc tenderloin. Orange quarters in a smoked magrets (duck) salad will be a nice surprise.

Let me know if you want more ideas or share yours!

The Nutcracker

2011-11-09T14:56:00.002-06:00

Kansas City Ballet presents The Nutcracker At the magnificent Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts
December 3-24, 2011
Kauffman Center, 1601 Broadway, Kansas City, MO 64108

December 3, 2:00 p.m. & 7:30 p.m.
December 4, 1:00 p.m.
December 9, 7:30 p.m.
December 10, 2:00 p.m. & 7:30 p.m.
December 11, 1:00 p.m. & 5:00 p.m.
December 16, 7:30 p.m.
December 17, 2:00 p.m. & 7:30 p.m.
December 18, 1:00 p.m. & 5:00 p.m.
December 21, 2:00 p.m. & 7:30 p.m.
December 22, 2:00 p.m. & 7:30 p.m.
December 23, 2:00 p.m. & 7:30 p.m.
December 24, 1:00 p.m.

Don’t miss the holiday classic The Nutcracker at the new Kauffman Center!

‘Tis the season to make memories with the PERFECT seasonal celebration for YOUR family at the new Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts!

Holiday magic sparkles as the curtain goes up for Kansas City Ballet’s enchanting presentation of The Nutcracker with the wondrous music of Tchaikovsky played by the Kansas City Symphony. For 20 performances throughout the month of December, the Kauffman Center will be transformed into a winter wonderland.

Featuring vibrant costumes, elaborate scenery, and stunning sets, this holiday classic tells the story of Clara, the Mouse King and her Nutcracker Prince. Kansas City Ballet’s “The Nutcracker” is sponsored by Bank of America. Tickets are on sale now and range from $29-$119.
Select your own seat online at http://ticketing.kcballet.org/single/psDetail.aspx?psn=2593. Call the Kansas City Ballet Box Office at 816-931-2232 or toll free 888-968-2538.

For the full story of The Nutcracker visit http://www.kcballet.org/aboutus/repertory/nutcracker.html.

14th Street Wine Walk

2011-11-04T08:56:00.001-05:00

Saturday, November 5th 3-6pm

The Kansas City Power & Light District hosts the 14th Street Wine Walk benefiting the Alzheimer's Association - Heart of America, this Saturday, November 5th. From 3-6pm, stroll along 14th Street and enjoy a different wine and small plate at each participating location. Participating venues include: Maker's Mark Bourbon House & Lounge, Bar Louie, Bristol Seafood Grill, Drunken Fish, The Marquee Lounge and The Garment District Boutique.

Tickets are $25 each with a portion of the proceeds going to the Alzheimer's Association - Heart of America. Ticket includes: Souvenir tasting glass2-oz pour at each participating venueSmall plate at each participating venue Full glass of wine at one of the participating venues Donation to the Alzheimer's Association Click Here to purchase ticketsFor more information on the Alzheimer's Association, 14th Street Wine Walk

RA Sushi Mixes Up

2011-11-03T14:28:00.003-05:00

RA Sushi Mixes Up“The Perfect Pear” of Seasonal Cocktails
Fall Inspired Drinks to be Served for a Limited Time

Throughout the month of November, RA Sushi will be serving “The Perfect Pear” of seasonal cocktails. Infused with the crisp flavors of fall, the Pear Martini and Asian Pear Smash will be available for a limited time for $8 each.
The Pear Martini tastes like a bite of fresh, ripe pear, with an added kick. The Asian Pear Smash is a lightly spiced and refreshing cocktail bursting with fall fruit flavors. Mix up one of these cocktails for a Thanksgiving feast, or stop in to RA Sushi Leawood for one of these delicious drinks from Nov. 1-30.

Pear Martini:
1.25 oz. Absolut Pears vodka
.5 oz. St. Germain Elderflower liqueur
1 oz. pear nectar
.25 oz. fresh lemon juice
Splash Prosecco
Preparation: Combine vodka, St. Germain, pear nectar and lemon juice in a shaker with ice. Shake and pour into glass. Top with Prosecco.
Asian Pear Smash:
1.5 oz. Absolut Pears vodka
.5 oz. falernum
1 shiso leaf
1.5 oz. pear nectar
.25 oz. fresh lemon juice
Splash of soda
2-1 inch pear slices
Preparation: Muddle pear and remaining ingredients. Shake and pour in a glass over ice. Garnish with pear slices.

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Halloween

2011-10-26T14:18:00.001-05:00

KC Live! hosts Kansas City BIGGEST Halloween Bash this Saturday, October 29th!
The HAUNTED House Party features DJ Mike Scott and a costume contest
with over $5,000 in cash prizes!

The party starts at 9pm and is free to attend. Must be 21+.
Wear your funniest or scariest, most daring or most clever costume you can devise
and enter-to-win the City's BIGGEST Costume Contest!

The winners will be chosen at Midnight on the KC Live! stage!
Plus, check out each of the KC Live! bars and restaurants for great parties and themes!
Choose between good and evil at McFadden's Sports Saloon's Angels & Demons Halloween Party or stop by Pizza Bar's Zombieland!
Mosaic Lounge hosts Rock Candy V4 with guest DJ Dante, or check out the Dia De Los Muertos party at Tengo Sed Cantina.

For more information on all of the Halloween parties, visit www.powerandlightdistrict.com
Haunted House Party – KC's Biggest Halloween Bash
Saturday, October 29th
KC Live! – 1330 Grand Blvd.
9pm

Holiday Mart Transportation Service

2011-10-25T10:40:00.001-05:00

As thousands of attendees travel to downtown Kansas City for Holiday Mart, your group can skip the parking lot hassles and traffic by utilizing any of our chauffeured luxury vehicles.

:: No Parking Fees
:: Don’t get lost downtown
:: Pick up and drop off service at front door so you don’t have to carry packages far
:: Safe and reliable
:: Fun for a group

Call 816-512-8055 to tailor a transportation package around your group size.
One-Way Rates for Johnson County Zip Codes:
66206, 66207, 66208, 66209, 66210, 66211, 66212, 66213

Up to 4 passengers $49
Up to 10 passengers $69
Up to 28 passengers $139
Zip code not listed? Call for rates.
Rates do not include driver’s gratuity.

MAJESTIC "CURTAIN CALL" MENU!

2011-10-20T16:36:00.001-05:00

MAJESTIC "CURTAIN CALL" MENU!

Just in time for the opening of the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts and the Fall theater season, The Majestic Restaurant is launching our new late night small plate Curtain Call Menu - served Thursdays 8-10PM & Fridays & Saturdays 9-11PM.

Join us after your next show for a light supper, cocktails and dessert! Also, check out recent changes to our appetizer and happy hour menus including our housemade "Corndogs", Tuscan White Bean Puree with Black Tuffle Oil, and our Majestic Gallette (crispy potato pancake with grilled portabellos, roasted red peppers, carmelized onions, and manchego cheese topped with balsalmic reduction).

NEW MAJESTIC WHISKEYS

Recent additions to our Majestic whiskey list include Pappy Van Winkle 20 Year Family Reserve, Black Maple 16 Year, High West Rendezvous Rye & Pappy Van Winkle 15 Year. Join acclaimed bartenders Shawn Moriarty and Tom Kramer at the bar to sample these or others of our more than 100 different whiskeys.

Menus here

Mestizo

2011-10-17T13:31:00.001-05:00

Food Network star Aaron Sanchez is opening a new restaurant in Johnson County.

The restaurant, Mestizo, will be the first of its kind and is set to open at Park Place in Leawood during the first week of November. Sanchez’s website describes it as a Mexican restaurant that will use bold flavors and fresh, sustainable ingredients.

The two-story restaurant is 7,200 square feet and will open next to Barkley Square, where the ice rink is located in the winter.

Hiring starts on Wednesday, Oct. 5 and they are looking for employees for every section of the restaurant. The hiring site is at 11551 Ash Street, and there will be a "Now Hiring" sign to indicate which suite number to go to inside the building. Applicants can stop by between 10 a.m. and 7 p.m. Expect to fill out an application on site and bring a printed resume.

Sanchez co-stars on the popular Food Network show "Chopped" and the new series "Heat Seekers". Sanchez owns two restaurants in New York City, Centrico Restaurant and Tacombi.

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Bo Lings Desserts

2011-10-17T11:00:00.001-05:00

Bo Lings is proud of our brand new dessert menu! Stop on by for dinner and be sure to save room for dessert. From our custom cakes by the slice, homemade crème brulee, creme caramel and now ice cream from Glacé! Your favorite Bo Lings is soon to carry three custom flavors of ice cream: Ginger-mango, green tea and honey, and a refreshing mandarin orange sorbet. So stop on by, bring a couple of friends, and order some ice cream with extra spoons!

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Pachamama's Restaurant

2011-10-12T09:55:00.007-05:00

Strecker - Nelson Gallery & Pachamama's Restaurant and Star Bar
~ present paintings by ~ Zak Barnes

Pachamama's Restaurant
800 New Hampshire
Lawrence, KS 66044
(785) 841-0990
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The Beginning of Kansas City Barbecue Kansas City's barbecue

2011-10-11T12:44:00.008-05:00

The Beginning of Kansas City Barbecue Kansas City's barbecue cuisine began as early as the 1920's, resulting from a melting pot of sauces and traditions brought to this area from Texas and the Deep south. While Bryant's is perhaps the most famous barbecue establishment, the actual barbecue phenomenon began with a man named Henry Perry. During the Depression, Perry distributed slabs of barbecued ribs grilled in an outdoor pit and wrapped in newspaper to make ends meet.

Customers were satisfied, and the trend caught on, influencing upcoming barbecue chefs such as Charlie and Arthur Bryant, George Gates, and Otis Boyd. Each of these men added his own flavor and style to barbecue, creating the barbecue that Kansas City has become famous for:

Arthur and Charlie Bryant.
Ribs from the renowned Bryant's Barbecue had their beginning back in the early 1930's, when Arthur Bryant, migrating from Texas, was asked to work with his brother Charlie at "Old Man Perry's" place on the 19th Street. Arthur eventually bought the restaurant and made dramatic changes, the most significant one being the sauce. The original sauce was one of the hottest ever made, but has since been tamed to a moderately spicy recipe. Arthur Bryant's legacy of barbecue, frosty beers, and famous beers, and famous unpeeled fries continues to operate from the original site.

Georges and Ollie Gates
The Gates (father and son) were also influenced by Old Man Perry, their business having roots in the 1940's. The "right" sauce was discovered in 1949 and has been the same ever since, with new flavors added along the way. Gates Barbecue has expanded to include several restaurants in various locations around Kansas City. Ollie Gate's "Rib Tech" school trains his pitmasters, assuring perfection of this family's cuisine.

Otis Boyd
Otis Boyd began his barbecue legacy in the mid 1940's, opening his restaurant in the heart of Kansas City's jazz district at the corner of the 12th Street and Vine. Although Boyd received formal training at a chef's school in Chicago in 1939, he claims to have developed his sauce from "whatever was around the kitchen". Boyd's expertise with hickory smoking his meats may remain a well kept secret, but those who have discovered his talents claim his homemade sausage is the best in town.

Jack Stack Barbecue
Originated under the name Smokestack Barbeque in 1957 when Russell and Flora Fiorella started a traditional style barbecue house with a modest selection of 5-6 items on Old 71 Highway. Their eldest Jack decided in 1974 that he would branch off to expand the barbecue theme and opened Fiorella's Smoke Stack of Martin City at 135th and Holmes Road in south Kansas City. Jack introduced Gourmet Hickory Wood Cookery in 1977 with brick-oven cooking and created the most extensive barbecue menu in the country. From Jack and Delores' travels on the Yugoslav coast came the idea of grilling seafood over hickory wood. Thus, fresh seafood was added to the traditional menu of barbecue meats and hickory-grilled poultry and steaks.

Since 1987, Smokehouse Bar-B-Que is Kansas City's best choice for traditional, hickory-smoked barbeque that can be enjoyed in a nice, family atmosphere or can be catered or delivered to your next event. Smokehouse Bar-B-Que's pit experts have been preparing authentic barbeque for a combined total of over 30 years.

Last but not least, Oklahoma Joe's BBQ might be one of the most unique of BBQ joints in Kansas City. Located in a gas station, this Kansas City favorite is a lunchtime favorite with the locals.

This restaurant claims to have the best BBQ in Kansas City and invites you to decide for yourself! With several awards under their belt and the always crowded dining room, these are pretty confident in their product!

Where are you regular?

2011-10-06T09:14:00.003-05:00

It is nice to know that you have a table waiting for you.

I love the Fou Frog! The atmosphere is special.
When they work on opening their restaurant, I was helping them to paint it. After I started to be a waiter for few month. It was fun and it is still a fun place to go with an incredible food...

My favorite: Steak au poivre

Where are you a regular, and what's your regular order?

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Em Chamas Brazilian Grill - Kansas City

2011-10-03T14:03:00.002-05:00

Em Chamas Brazilian Grill - Kansas City
6101 NW 63rd Terrace
Kansas City, MO 64151
P: 816-505-7100
F: 816-505-7103

Suggest Us for This Years Company Holiday Party - Private dining rooms that seat up to 250 people.

All you can eat Gourmet Bar (not even worth calling a salad bar)

All you can eat Rodizio

Corporate & Office Catering
Book before October 15th and get:
10% of Your Bill Back as a Gift Card
10% of total bill before tax and gratuity. Must be Book before October 15th. Gift card can not be used same day.
Online Reservation

Upcoming Events at the Power & Light District!

2011-09-30T11:00:00.001-05:00

KC TASTERS PROGRAM & BACK IN THE SWING PARTY THIS FRIDAY, SEPT 30TH AT KC LIVE!

Join us this Friday, September 30th, at a kick off party for Back in the Swing,
one of Kansas City's cherished philanthropic traditions.
A $5 donation to Back in the Swing gets you a pink wristband good for great food and drink specials, prizes and lots of fun! All proceeds go directly to Back in the Swing. For more info on Back in the Swing and its impact on Kansas City, visit www.backintheswing.org

Also on Friday:
The Oktoberfest Tasting Event features a tasting of Oktoberfest Beers from 4-8PM,
a complimentary Official KC Tasters Glass & Tasters Note Pad and live music with
Run Forrest Run!
Stick around for a FREE concert featuring The Zeros on the KC Live! Stage.
The concert is free to attend and open to the public, ages 21 and older.

TOUR DE BBQ RIDES INTO KC THIS SATURDAY, OCT 1ST

On Saturday, October 1st, the Tour de BBQ hits the streets of Kansas City!
The Tour de BBQ course is an award winning route that takes you literally on a tour
of Kansas City's best barbeque joints throughout the metro area.
Rest stops are every 10 miles at Kansas City's famous barbeque restaurants.
The Tour de BBQ concludes at the KC Live! Block with a free concert by Parachute and Vedera.
The Tour de BBQ believes in supporting national and local efforts in the fight against cancer. Proceeds from the event support LIVESTRONG and The University of Kansas Cancer Center.
Tour de BBQ
KC Live! – 1330 Grand Blvd.
Saturday, October 1st
http://tourdebbq.com/

Genovese Wine tasting

2011-09-23T12:56:00.003-05:00

Robert Mondavi Wine Tasting featuring Michel Krevenas of Constellation Premium Wine Co.on Thurs., September 22, 2011 at 6:00 pm
$45/person (not inclusive of Tax & Gratuity)

Menu
Grilled Farm Raised Atlantic Salmon over Crispy Prosciutto de Parma with Backyard Produce Micro Greens & Lemon Caper Aioli
Robert Mondavi Private Selection Sauvignon Blanc

House made Lobster Ravioli with Lobster Cream Sauce
Robert Mondavi Private Selection Private Chardonnay

Braised Kickin Bull Ranch Oxtails with onions, celery, carrots, garlic, tomatoes & fresh herbs.
Served over white corn polenta.
Robert Mondavi Private Selection Meritage

Wood-fire Rotisserie Steve’s Meats Ribeye with Blackberry-Fresh Herb Butter over
Salad of Watercress with Warm Pancetta Dressing & Shaved Parmesan
Robert Mondavi Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon

Don't miss the next one!

Genovese Restaurant

Tasso's Greek Restaurant

2011-09-21T13:09:00.003-05:00

Tasso’s is now offering Movie Nights complete with a meal in our dining room and then your favorite movie or televised sports event in an adjacent 16 seat custom theater with state-of-the-art equipment. Let us customize your event in comfort!

The newly remodeled outdoor patio located in the back of the restaurant is the perfect place to relax and enjoy our special $3.50 appetizer menu and our new Tasso’s Tea: a refreshing mix of iced tea vodka and lemonade.

For your private party needs, we can accommodate up to 40 guests in our private dining room or cater your off-premise party for up to 1,000.

Our family thanks you, and we look forward to when you will come to Tasso’s and experience the ART OF GREEK HOSPITALITY! Menus here

Kali Orexi and Bon Appétit.

fall menu items at Buca di Beppo

2011-09-21T09:40:00.004-05:00

Check out the new fall menu items at Buca di Beppo:

Spinach, Prosciutto & Tomato Salad: Baby spinach, fried prosciutto, fresh tomatoes, julienne red onions and feta cheese tossed in a warm Italian vinaigrette.

Lobster Fonduta: Fonduta sauce, diced tomatoes and chiles, cream and lobster meat mixed together and cooked until bubbly, served w/house bread sliced and topped w/garlic oil and parmesan baked until golden brown.

Lobster Fra Diavolo Pizza: Thin crust pizza topped with spicy rosa sauce, shredded mozzarella & provolone cheese, lobster meat and parmesan cheese. Garnished with crushed red pepper and parsley

Bucatini Ala Enzo: Pancetta and fried Prosciutto with sautéed button mushrooms and peas tossed in Bucatini pasta and parmesan cheese.

Spaghetti ala Norma: Sautéed onions and garlic, diced roma tomatoes, fried eggplant, fresh basil, parmesan and feta cheese tossed in spaghetti pasta.

Penne ala Vodka: Sautéed garlic, diced roma tomatoes, crushed red pepper and penne pasta tossed in a creamy vodka red sauce topped with parmesan cheese.

Lobster Spaghetti: Lobster meat tossed with sautéed garlic, red scampi butter sauce, crushed red pepper on a bed of spaghetti pasta.

Braised Beef Ravioli: Raviolis filled with braised beef, asiago and parmesan cheese, served in a Chianti marinara sauce.

Mushroom Ravioli: Raviolis filled with sautéed portabella mushrooms and mozzarella cheese tossed in a creamy roasted garlic sauce.

Butternut Squash Ravioli: Raviolis filled with butternut squash and parmesan cheese tossed in a sage brown butter sauce.

Lobster Ravioli with Shrimp: Raviolis filled with lobster served in a scampi sauce with shrimp.

Visit Buca di Beppo

Bo Ling's Specials

2011-09-19T11:39:00.002-05:00

Richard Ng has some new specials on the way, and we're excited to give you a sneak preview! At long last, we're bringing an authentic sweet and sour pork to the menu. Tender pork loin, lightly breaded and fried with a home-style sweet and sour sauce! It will be served along with some delicious new items on our brand new specials menu. Keep your eyes peeled the next time you stop in for dinner!

The Best of Kansas City!

Thank you Kansas City for voting us the Best Chinese Restaurant in Kansas City in Kansas City Magazine! To be voted the best in Kansas City in our 30th year in Kansas City has special meaning to us. We've also been named one of the top ethnic restaurants in Kansas City by Ingram's Magazine. We're so honored and grateful to get your votes, we're working hard to make sure we'll be the best for years to come!

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Stroll along 14th Street

2011-09-15T13:34:00.000-05:00

Stroll along 14th Street and enjoy live jazz in the Kansas City Power & Light District
on Sunday, September 18th from 11am-9pm.

PLUS, park for $2 at the KC Live! or Main Street parking garages and take
complimentary trolleys to check out the new Kauffman Center of the Performing Arts
Open House, from 11am-5pm.
From 11am-2pm, listen to live jazz while you dine during brunch and/or lunch. Participating restaurants include Maker's Mark Bourbon House & Lounge, Bristol Seafood Grill,
Gordon Biersch Brewery, Fran's Restaurant and Bar Louie.
At 2pm, the live music begins on 14th Street and continues throughout the day with the legendary Ida McBeth headlining the festival at 7:30pm.

Performance Schedule Includes:
11am: Doug Talley Duo - Main Stage on 14th Street
11am: Matt Otto Duo - Boutique Alley on Main Street (1350 Main)
11am: Will Matthews Duo - Bristol Seafood Grill
Noon: Mark Lowrey - Maker's Mark Bourbon House & Lounge
2pm: Latinside All Stars - Main Stage on 14th Street
3:30pm: Boys & Girls Choirs of Kansas City - 14th Street
4:30pm: School of Rock - Main Stage on 14th Street
5pm: Wes Blackman & Round Midnite featuring:
Lady D & Darryl Terrel - Main Stage on 14th Street
7:30pm: Ida McBeth - Main Stage on 14th Street
Event held rain or shine. Event will be moved to KC Live! if weather is an issue.
14th Street Jazz Fest
14th & Walnut Streets
Sunday, September 18th
11am – 9pm

Pachamama's

2011-09-15T13:31:00.001-05:00

Did you know that every Wednesday Pachamama's brings you a list of delicious red, white and sparkling wines for only $15 and $20 dollars?

This weeks list includes:

$15

nv cristalino cava
spain

2009 quadri pinot grigio
italy

2010 tilia torrontes
argentina

2008 shoofly ‘buzzcut’ white blend
australia

2008 eco carmenere
chile

2009 eguren reinares tempranillo
spain

$20

2010 wise guy sauvignon blanc
washington

2010 NxNW riesling
washington

2009 liberty school chardonnay
california

2009 leese fitch pinot noir
california

2009 coltibuono chianti
italy

2008 waterbrook cabernet sauvignon
washington

Once-in-a-lifetime, Make-Your-Own-History Crescendo

2011-09-14T14:52:00.001-05:00

The Kauffman Center opening is a once-in-a-lifetime event. In honor of the momentous occasion in our neighborhood, we're creating our own once-in-a-lifetime crescendo. And positively everything in our store is included.

10% - 50% savings on all fine antiques and antique accessories.
30% - 50% savings on all home decor and home accessories.
20% - 50% savings on all fashion accessories and gifts.
10% savings even on just-arrived holiday decor items.

Of course, a crescendo by its very nature is limited. Ours starts this Thursday, September 15, and ends Sunday, September 25. Don't miss it.

(All sales are final during the Crescendo Savings Event. Not valid on prior purchases. Consignment items, services and restaurant are not included.)

1644 Wyandotte Street Next to the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts
Kansas City, MO 64108 816.221.4713
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NEW MAJESTIC CURTAIN CALL MENU!

2011-09-14T13:50:00.004-05:00

Just in time for the opening of the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts and the Fall theater season, The Majestic Restaurant is launching our new late night small plate Curtain Call Menu - served Thursdays 8-10PM & Fridays & Saturdays 9-11PM.

Join us after your next show for a light supper, cocktails and dessert!

Also, check out recent changes to our appetizer and happy hour menus including our housemade "Corndogs", Tuscan White Bean Puree with Black Tuffle Oil, and our Majestic Gallette (crispy potato pancake with grilled portabellos, roasted red peppers, carmelized onions, and manchego cheese topped with balsalmic reduction).
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Gilbert, Whitney & Co.

2011-09-13T11:17:00.006-05:00

September Classes at Gilbert, Whitney & Co.

Simple Art of Braising
Saturday, September 17 - 6-8pm - $42

Braising makes tough cuts of meat tender and flavorful. Learn easy recipes to create tasty, meaty meals. We will make beef enchiladas, chicken tacos and cider braised pork chops. We'll finish it up with Flan - a wonderful, creamy custard dish. Come braise with us!

Tuesday, September 20

Italian Cooking: Gnoochi
- 6-8pm - $42

We will explore many different types of Gnocchi such as potato, sweet potato and ricotta. We will also dabble with sauces, including: pesto, gorgonzola cream and a fabulous red sauce. To finish up the class we will create a wonderful tiramisu dessert.
Call Gilbert, Whitney & Co. at 816.836.0567

What to do with Chicken
Tuesday, September 27 - 6pm-8pm - $42

The first of many classes that are all about chicken. During this class we will learn how to prepare Chicken Marsala, roast a whole chicken and for dessert, a fabulous Marscapone Espresso icebox cake. Let us show you the many things you can do with chicken.

Call Gilbert, Whitney & Co. at 816.836.0567

More at http://kcrestaurantguide.com/calendar_news.htm

Happy Hour

2011-09-12T12:26:00.003-05:00

Come to Maker's Mark Bourbon House & Lounge EVERY Monday for our Reverse Happy Hour known as Prohibition Night! Be a high roller in your own mind - Kicks off at 9:00PM!

Featuring:
$5 Martinis
$3 Domestics
$5 Stogies
1/2 Price Bourbons
1/2 Price Appetizers

More Happy Hours Here

Gaslight Grill Open Labor Day

2011-08-30T08:16:00.002-05:00

They're Celebrating the Workers!
This Labor Day we're celebrating all the hard workers out there. To celebrate the unofficial end of summer and to show their appreciation to the dedicated work force they're offering:
3 Course Dinner @ $17.95
Hurry in; this deal good Labor Day only!

Choice of Soup or Salad
Choice of Champagne Battered Fish & Chips, BBQ Baby Back Ribs, or Tuscan Rosemary Chicken
Choice of Creme Brulee or Sorbets

3 Course Dinner being serving in addition to our regular dinner menu, 50% off wine bottles under $60 and 25% off wine bottles over $60 and Happy Hour menu in Bar from 4 pm to 7 pm.(913) 897-3540

Online reservations

Web site link

LIVE JAZZ THIS WEEKEND AT THE MAJESTIC!

2011-08-18T12:14:00.002-05:00

Thursday Night 8/18: BRAM WIJNANDS (piano) 6-9PM.

Friday Night 8/19: PAUL SHINN piano 5-7PM & featuring THE BRAM WIJNANDS TRIO (with BARRY SPRINGER cornet & TOMMY RUSKIN drums) 7-11PM.

Saturday Night 8/20: PAUL SHINN piano 5-7PM & featuring THE BRAM WIJNANDS TRIO 7-11PM.

Sunday Brunch & Dinner 8/21: RICH HILL piano (JAZZ BRUNCH!) 11:00AM-1:00PM & ANDREW OULETTE piano (DINNER) 6:00-8:00PM.

As always, NO COVER! Join us for drinks, dinner, Sunday Brunch or stop by on your way home for dessert and a nightcap while listening to some of KC's best live jazz and enjoying 1 of more than 90 different whiskeys. Majestic Restaurant

THE POWER & LIGHT DISTRICT'S ANNUAL SUMMER

2011-08-17T14:58:00.001-05:00

THE POWER & LIGHT DISTRICT'S ANNUAL SUMMER RESTAURANT WEEK BEGINS MONDAY, AUGUST 22!

Enjoy exclusive lunch and dinner specials at 14 restaurants during the Power & Light District's annual Summer Restaurant Week, August 22nd – 28th!
From $10 lunch specials featuring Drunken Fish's signature Tiger Roll to the Salmon BLT at Maker's Mark - you will find something that delights everyone in your office group!
Plus, with any District Restaurant Week lunch menu purchase,
you get a complimentary $5 gift card to use the next time you visit!
Check out the exclusive lunch and dinner menus available only during the Power & Light District's Summer Restaurant Week at www.districtrestaurantweek.com
Plus, enjoy other great specials this week at Power & Light District businesses,
including The Mixx, Latteland & The Marquee.

Café Trio for Fence Stile

2011-08-13T13:57:00.003-05:00

Join Us at Café Trio for Fence Stile "Fire Pit Red" Preview Week
August 15- 20

Fire Pit Red Preview
Location: Cafe Trio
Link out: Click here

For a limited time get a FREE taste of Fence Stile Vineyards & Winery’s new blended wine sensation, “Fire Pit Red” Part of Fence Stile’s 4th anniversary celebration in April, included the launch of this delicious red - to rave reviews. Trio is thrilled to offer it for an exclusive preview now in anticipation of adding it to our list in the Fall.

A blend of four varietals, this mellow dry red is just the right balance between the fruit and the oak. This wine does not need to be paired and is the perfect complement to a great evening with friends by the fire. It works just as well on the deck at Trio enjoying the sunset or sharing a great meal in the Trio dining room listening to great jazz!

Simply come in any time the week of August 15 to 20 and ask for a taste of “Fire Pit Red” and your server will pour you a taste [about 1 oz]. If you like, and we know you will, then order it by the glass at 50% off our regular price every day during the preview. [$7 regular - $3.50 for this promotion]

If you’d like a bottle, we’ll sell you one and wrap another to take home & enjoy at no extra charge. That’s right get a bottle of this exceptional red wine for FREE - a $31 value.

Added Value GIFT: With the purchase of a bottle you also receive a certificate good for 50% off a wine tasting for two anytime you visit the Fence Stile Vineyard & Winery in Excelsior Springs. MO. It’s a $10 value.

As a special preview event, quantities are limited. So don’t delay! More information

J. Gilbert's Re Cork program

2011-08-11T15:26:00.004-05:00

Save your natural wine corks and bring them to J. Gilbert's on Sunday nights, and they'll make sure your corks get recycled as part of the ReCork program. The corks you donate will be finely ground and incorporated into SOLE sandals, extending the useful life of each cork by years. And the best part: you simple act of green will save you a little green at J. Gilbert's every Sunday night.

For every natural cork you bring in their Sunday nights, you'll receive $1 OFF your bill, per cork

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FREE summer concerts!

2011-08-11T14:34:00.001-05:00

Join us at Kansas City Live! in the Power & Light District every Thursday and Friday
for FREE summer concerts!
Upcoming FREE Concerts Coming to KC Live! This August:
FRANKIE BALLARD - Thursday, August 11th, 7pm
RATTLE & HUM - Friday, August 12th, 8:30pm
CRAIG CAMPBELL - Thursday, August 18th, 7pm
HOT CHELLE RAE - Friday, August 19th, 8:30pm
Check out these GREAT events this week at our Power & Light District venues:
ELVIS NIGHT at Flying Saucer - Wednesday, August 10th
A celebration of "All Things Elvis" including: limited edition Elvis glassware,
Elvis' favorite sandwich (peanut butter, banana and bacon) on the menu,
and an Elvis appearance! 6pm – Free to attend – Must be 21+
JOHNNY'S BIRTHDAY PARTY at Johnny's Tavern - Friday, August 12
Johnny's is turning 2! Celebrate with great food and drink specials.
First 100 people get a free shirt. Wear your favorite sports gear
and get your first drink on Johnny's! 6-9pm – Free to attend – Must be 21+

NO SALES TAX THIS WEEKEND

2011-08-04T15:43:00.002-05:00

Grab your friends and come shop Downtown Kansas City! Find great specials on summer merchandise and back-to-school styles at these participating boutiques in the Power & Light District:
Lovebird - The Garment District Boutique - Zafar
Envolve Boutique - The Polished Edge Fine Jewelry
Plus, pay NO Missouri sales tax on clothing purchases under $100
during the Missouri no sales tax holiday weekend.

DOWNTOWN SIDEWALK SALE
Friday, August 5th: 5pm – 8pm
Saturday, August 6th: 10am – 6pm
Sunday, August 7th: Noon – 6pm

August 5, 2011 - First Friday

2011-08-02T16:32:00.002-05:00

Celebrating Ryan Haralson's first show in the Crossroads. Ryan is a Kansas City original and was recently featured in the "America Now and Here" exhibit in May at the Leedy Voulkos Art Center. Ryan's work displays a wisdom and experience beyond his years by confronting truths about ourselves as difficult as they may be.
The gallery at OfficePort will be open August 5 from 6PM - 9PM. This exhibit will also be on the Crossroads Second Saturday tour for August 13 in case you miss this amazing show.

Art & Frame Warehouse's Celebration: 10 Years of Custom Framing: To show our appreciation to our customers, we are displaying a sample of talented Kansas City artists that have supported us over the last 10 years... Photos and painting shown by Barbara Housh, Eugene Bortnick, Oscar Pedroza, Penny Dillon, Jim Murray, Herman Scharhag, Barbara Akers, Judy Blankenship, and Wanda Greene will grace our walls. DJ - Tyler Francis will keep the fun going thought the night with his selection of music.
Stop by August 5th to see the talented artists and bring any artwork you need framed yourself while you enjoy a glass of wine.

17th & Summit Adds Color to First Fridays:

blue bird bistro at 1700 Summit St. will celebrate the local artist with the return of renowned KC artist Nicole Brinkman.

The classy, inviting colors of Lill’s on 17th at 815 W 17th St. are enhanced by the multi-layered oil paintings by artist Matthew Iverson.

Chez Elle Creperie and Coffeehouse at 1713 Summit St. observes special First Friday hours, opening in the evening from 6pm to 9pm, and will feature live music by singer/songwriter Brad Allen. Artist Larry Degraff of Joplin, MO will have pieces on display. In continuation of last month’s efforts, Chez Elle and Degraff will donate a portion of the show’s proceeds to help Joplin tornado relief efforts.

Los Alamos Market y Cocina at 1667 Summit St. makes the First Friday celebration even more colorful with free tequila tastings from 6pm to 9pm.

Mattie Rhodes Art Gallery has been busy inspiring young artists with their Summer Art Camp. They look forward to sharing in the creative excitement that continues to build as Mattie Rhodes Art Gallery and the rest of 17th & Summit gear up for First Friday in September.

To celebrate The Melting Pot of Kansas City’s grand reopening

2011-07-28T08:35:00.002-05:00

The Melting Pot of Kansas City, a fondue restaurant, will host a grand reopening celebration from Aug. 8-14, offering special events as the restaurant celebrates its 10-year anniversary in Kansas City.
The Melting Pot of Kansas City, under the direction of new owners Matt and Ruby Soik and new chef Joe Walker, will unveil new features, including updates of the restaurant’s interior décor, new TV’s in the lounge area, an audiovisual system for private parties and the addition of a signature chocolate dipped strawberry program.
From Aug. 8-14, The Melting Pot of Kansas City will hold a weeklong Fondue-raiser for Children’s Mercy Hospital (http://www.childrensmercy.org) and host the following special events:
• Monday, Aug. 8 – Grand Ladies’ Night, Corinth Elementary School Book Drive- Bring in two gently loved books and drop off at the front desk. We will give you a ticket to pick out one book you would like to take home! All remaining books will be sold and money donated to Corinth Elementary School. We will offer the usual special of cheese, salad, and chocolate for $16 per person. Add a petite entree for only $8 more! Fantastic drink specials as well.
• Wednesday, Aug 10 – VIP event, by invitation only 5-8pm
• Tuesday, August 9th and Thursday, Aug. 11 – Children’s Mercy Hospital Fondue-raiser in the restaurant, Children’s Mercy night, $1.00 from every entrée ordered will be donated by The Melting Pot, 4-10pm
• Week long fundraiser for Children’s Mercy Hospitals and Clinics featuring a
Grand Re-Opening Special $39.00 per person four course fondue meal with lobster and filet mignon.
Donate $5.00 or more to CMH and receive a three pack of chocolate dipped strawberries from Melting Pot
As part of the celebration, guests can enter for a chance to win complimentary dinner for two or a chocolate fondue party for 10 by dining in the restaurant with a reservation from August 8-14 or making a donation to Children’s Mercy Hospital and Clinics. For more information regarding donations, reservations or this location, visit http://kcrestaurantguide.com/melting_pot.html, or call 816-931-6358.

Fogo de Chão Introduces Three New Cocktails

2011-07-20T10:58:00.005-05:00

Summer is officially here, and what better way to celebrate than to enjoy one of Fogo de Chão’s new refreshing cocktails, the Grand Mango Batida, Cool Coconut Batida and Tarragon Pineapple Tini. All made with fresh fruit, these cocktails are sure to get you ready for the summer season. In celebration of Fogo’s recent opening in Rio de Janeiro, the restaurant is featuring two batidas, the most famous blended frozen drink served in Brazil. The batida is known as the summer drink that people look forward to it all year to enjoy on the beaches of Brazil. With your cocktail, you can also enjoy Fogo’s 15 cuts of fire-roasted meat, sliced and served tableside by traditional Gaucho chefs, as well as Fogo de Chão’s gourmet salad and sides bar with over 30 items to choose from, including fresh vegetables, imported cheeses, smoked salmon, artisan breads, Brazilian hearts of palm and sundried tomatoes.

Grand Mango Batida
1 ½ oz. Ypioca Prata Cachaca
½ oz. Grand Marnier
1 oz. Fresh mango
1 ½ oz. Monin Mango Puree
1 ½ oz. Sweetened condensed milk
Garnish with a mango cube and mint sprig.

Cool Coconut Batida
1 oz. Ciroc Coconut Vodka
½ oz. Crème de cacao
1 oz. Ypioca Prata Cachaca
1 oz. Cream of coconut
1 1/3 oz. Sweetened condensed milk
Rim glass with coconut shavings and
garnish with a strawberry and mint sprig.

Tarragon Pineapple Tini
2 oz. Patron Reposado Tequila
2 oz. Tarragon sprigs
3 oz. Pineapple juice
1 oz. Fresh cubed pineapple
½ oz. Bar syrup or sugar
1 Lime squeezed
Garnish with a pineapple wedge and
tarragon sprig.

Lonnie McFadden a KC performing icon

2011-07-01T07:37:00.003-05:00

Lonnie McFadden was born to entertain. At age 6, he and his brother Ronald gave their first public performance - tapping, singing, playing the piano and doing comedy bits. Lonnie simply wows audiences with his versatility as a dancer, song writer and arranger, singer and trumpet player. He's performed at festivals in the U.S., Europe and Japan with the likes of jazz greats such as Miles Davis and Wynton Marsalis.

Well known to local audiences, he has also attracted attention beyond his hometown while performing with Wayne Newton and on national TV. Catch him at Chaz with the Lonnie McFadden Duo Tuesdays July 12, 19 & 26.

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July 4th Brazilan Grilling Special

2011-06-30T08:54:00.001-05:00

Celebrate 'Independence' from the Ordinary at Em Chamas!

Em Chamas: A KC Dining Experiences Defined By Choice

Some of life's most memorable moments occur around the table, and every meal at Em Chamas is an opportunity- for you, your friends, family and coworkers- to celebrate??

Dining at Em Chamas:
starts with the finest quality ingredients, infused with authentic regional flavors, cooked with pride by our skilled chefs and served á la minute at your table.
is all about choice: soups, salads, appetizers, side dishes and accompaniments are all designed to suit your mood at the moment.

Choose to start with a light, zesty salad or the sophisticated flavors of a cold seafood appetizer and then allow the passadores to serve your perfectly grilled steak or any of the savory choices they will offer. Choose as many or as few of the innovative, grilled offerings as you want. Remember- the Em Chamas experience is all about choice, and there is never an extra charge for any dining choice.

Kansas City knows BBQ, and Em Chamas means Perfect Holiday Grilling!

All-You-Can-Eat Wood Fired Brazilian Rotisserie!

Get More Bang for your Buck!

Em Chamas One Price, All-You-Can Eat, Full Rodizio Dinner with Buffet Bar.

$19.99 per person

13 Savory, Fire-Roasted Cuts of Meat
Wood Grilled to Perfection
Carved on the Skewer
Served at your Table

The sumptuous Em Chamas Buffet Bar is a feast for all the senses with hot and cold selections to satisfy the taste and preference of every guest, family or group member.

Holiday Hours:
July 1: Dinner 5:00-10:00 PM
July 2: Dinner 5:00-10:00 PM
July 3: Brunch 11:00 - 2:00 PM, Dinner 4:00 - 8:00 PM July 4: Closed (Celebrating with our Family)

Enjoy Brazilian Hospitality and our Authentic Churrascaria B.B.Q.

Reservations are suggested.

Tulleries Plaza
6101 NW 63 Terrace
Kansas City, MO 64151
1-816-505-7100

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The First Annual Westport Food Truck Festival

2011-06-29T07:59:00.001-05:00

Pitch & Boulevard present The First Annual Westport Food Truck Festival at The Backyard at The Beaumont Kansas City Excites Local Taste Buds

On Friday, July 8th at 5pm, Pitch & Boulevard present The First Annual Westport Food Truck Festival at The Backyard at The Beaumont (4050 Pennsylvania Ave, KCMO 64111) on Friday July 8th from 5pm-12am and Saturday July 9th from 3pm-12am.

The festival will feature up to 20 food trucks with many different types of food as well as an eclectic artisan market known as The Westport Marketplace at The Backyard, a unique eating and shopping experience. The Westport Marketplace extends through the summer on the 3rd Saturday of the month from August to October, 2011.

What: Kansas City’s first food truck festival featuring local organic food, BBQ, taco trucks and baked goods. Come see all of Kansas City’s favorite food trucks and Kansas City’s very own Westport Marketplace at The Backyard. The Westport Marketplace at The Backyard features local artists, clothing designers, jewelry makers, vintage re-sale booths, record collectors and more. Festival activities include food trucks, pitchers of Boulevard Brewery beer, margaritas, DJs, bands, food demos, performers, local artesians and more. This is a full on two-day event packed with food and unique finds.

The Pitch & Boulevard present The First Annual Westport Food Truck Festival at The Backyard at The Beaumont is an event not to miss!

When: Friday July 8th from 5pm-12am and Saturday July 9th from 3pm-12am.
On Sale: Friday, June 17 @ 10 am through www.ticketmaster.com or by calling (800)-745-3000.

Where:
The Back Yard at Beaumont Club
4050 Pennsylvania Ave
Kansas City, MO 64111
www.beaumontkc.com
816.561.2560

Who: Anyone who enjoys food, trying new things, supporting local artisians, and having fun. The Pitch & Boulevard present The First Annual Westport Food Truck Festival at The Backyard at The Beaumont is a family event and open to the public. Children under 10 are free and the event is 21+ after 10pm.

Cost: Daily entry for each day is $5. The best ticket option for this event is a two-day pass for only $10 that includes express entry into the Pitch & Boulevard present The First Annual Westport Food Truck Festival at The Backyard at The Beaumont. With a two-day express pass, patrons avoid waiting in line for entry to the festival. Tickets available through Ticket Master outlets, www.ticketmaster.com or charge by phone (800) 745-3000.

Vanishing of the Bees Screening at Pachamama's

2011-06-27T14:49:00.002-05:00

Honeybees have been mysteriously disappearing across the planet, literally vanishing from their hives. Known as Colony Collapse Disorder, this phenomenon has brought beekeepers to crisis in an industry responsible for producing apples, broccoli, watermelon, onions, cherries and a hundred other fruits and vegetables. Commercial honeybee operations pollinate crops that make up one out of every three bites of food on our tables. Vanishing of the Bees follows commercial beekeepers David Hackenberg and Dave Mendes as they strive to keep their bees healthy and fulfill pollination contracts across the U.S. The film explores the struggles they face as the two friends plead their case on Capital Hill and travel across the Pacific Ocean in the quest to protect their honeybees. Filming across the US, in Europe, Australia and Asia, this documentary examines the alarming disappearance of honeybees and the greater meaning it holds about the relationship between mankind and mother earth. As scientists puzzle over the cause, organic beekeepers indicate alternative reasons for this tragic loss. Conflicting options abound and after years of research, a definitive answer has not been found to this harrowing mystery.

Please join us for this movie screening! We will be joined by George Langworthy, one of the films co-directors for a bit of Q & A before and after the screening. Beer, wine and honey-themed movie snacks will also be available for purchase.

Time : Thursday, July 21 2011 7.00 PM to 9.00 PM (Doors open @ 6pm)
Venue:Pachamama’s Alton Ballroom
Address
800 New Hampshire Lawrence, KS 66044
For more information please contact Richard Garcia richard@pachamamas.com or 785 841 0990

White Sangria - Pachamama's

2011-06-21T13:56:00.001-05:00

WHITE SANGRIA
• 1/2 cup peach schnapps
• 1/2 cup calvados
• 4 oranges, sliced into rounds
• 2 peaches, peeled and sliced
• 3 ripe green apples seeded and cut into wedges
• 1 pint fresh blueberries
• 2 cups white cranberry cocktail
• 2 (750 milliliter) bottles Riesling wine, chilled
• 1 liter ginger ale, chilled

Combine Schnapps, Calvados, fruits, large pitcher. Cover with Riesling wine, white cranberry and chill sangria several hours. To serve, spoon fruits into glasses or goblets, adding a few fresh blueberries in each glass, pour wine over top of the fruit. Top glasses of sangria off with a splash of ginger ale and serve.

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Chef Colby Garrelts of bluestem

2011-06-16T17:08:00.002-05:00

Chef Colby Garrelts of bluestem Takes First Place in Oneida’s “Bring It To The Table” 2011 Competition!
National Recipe Contest Selects Kansas City Chef as Winner!

Chef Colby Garrelts, co-owner of bluestem restaurant, has been named the first place winner in Oneida’s 2011 national chef recipe contest, “Bring It To The Table.” Chef Garrelts won for his Bouillabaisse with Mussels, Clams, Rock Shrimp, Calamari & Edamame recipe. It was photographed in Oneida china, just as it is the Garrelts soon to be published cookbook, bluestem, the cookbook. Oneida has awarded chef Colby and his wife, chef Megan Garrelts, a trip to New York City to attend a dinner in the James Beard House, $5,000 in china, silverware and glassware for their restaurant and the bluestem chefs will be featured in national advertising and promotions through Oneida.

Chefs who competed in the contest entered their recipe along with a photo of the dish served on Oneida tableware. Chef Colby selected the Oneida Schonwald pattern and Bonjwing Lee of Kansas City took the photograph that was submitted in the contest.

Commenting on his top award, chef Colby stated, “I was shocked, then thrilled when I got the call from Oneida. Chefs had competed across the country, so I am really honored. The company recorded my reaction in the phone call with the news, so I do hope my enthusiasm came across coherently. It is the first time we’ve ever won a contest and the tables at bluestem will look stunning with the new Oneida tableware!”

bluestem serves dinner beginning at 5:30 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday. The Wine Lounge is open Tuesday through Saturday from 5 p.m. to midnight. Sunday brunch is offered from 10:30 a.m. until 2:30 p.m. For more information on the restaurant, please go to www.bluestemkc.com.

The American

2011-06-16T17:01:00.001-05:00

Begins the Week of June 20th.

Celebrate the 4th Annual Summer of Riesling at The American.

All summer long, our wine list will feature at least three international Riesling's offered by the glass. Discover how this noble grape perfectly pairs with Chef Gold's seasonal creations.

Zum Wohl! For reservations, call 816.545.8001

Jamie Jamison was inspired to celebrate The Summer of Riesling on his recent trip to Germany.

Pictured is Jamie at Historic Schloss Johannisberg in the Rheingau.

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Buca di Beppo

2011-06-10T15:46:00.002-05:00

Celebrate a lobster summer at Buca di Beppo! New menu items include Lobster Fonduta, Lobster Caesar Salad, Lobster Fra Diavolo Pizza and Lobster Ravioli in Rosa Sauce

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The place to be on Friday nights in Kansas City is KC Live! in the Power & Light District!

2011-06-09T07:37:00.001-05:00

Join us this Friday, June 10th, for a free concert with
Steven Page, former lead singer of the Barenaked Ladies!
Singer/songwriter Steven Page will be performing solo hits
and some of the best Barenaked Ladies hits!
NO ADMISSION FEE - OPEN TO THE PUBLIC - MUST BE 21+

Get here early this Friday and every Friday for Kansas City's BIGGEST & BEST Happy Hour,
Downtown is Happy, starting at 4pm every Friday!
Enjoy the BEST happy hour specials in KC at more than 20 restaurants and bars,
Including $1 domestic drafts at Living Room and Johnny's in KC Live!

For a list of participating venues and their great happy hour specials,
visit www.kcrestaurantguide.com/holidays.htm

Marker's Mark

2011-06-03T07:25:00.002-05:00

We chose to dine outside fairly early on a weekday evening. The fire-pit coffee tables and lounge seating on the patio were a nice touch, as is the view into the restaurant from the patio. The atmosphere was a bit wanting, again it was our choice, but the big screen at KC Live was right there blaring adds and it took away from some of the intimacy the patio would create.

The food was amazing, my boyfriend had the Duck - Two Ways, the first time he had tried duck, and he loved it. I had Salmon and was just as impressed, the portions were exactly right, though the price point was a bit high, we were expecting that from a restaurant like Maker's Mark.
The service was good, the staff conducted themselves professionally in front of all the guests. The host seemed confused as to were to put us in a fairly empty restaurant, until we decided to sit on the patio. Our server was attentive and did not pressure us to order or to pay, which was nice.
We would go back, and have reccommended Makers Mark to many of our friends venturing down to the Power&Light district, especially for the first time, it is virtually the only grown up place situated in the center of KC Live.

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McCormick & Schmick’s

2011-05-23T13:31:00.002-05:00

The Country Club Plaza has a completely new, upper-level outdoor patio, complete with firepits, lounges, trees, umbrellas and a dedicated outdoor staff on deck at McCormick & Schmick’s. As part of the outdoor transformation, McCormick & Schmick’s is introducing regular specials and entertainment for groups large or small, happy hour or dining, cocktailing or small plates.

Lounge Above the Plaza: Introducing New Nights
• “The Sunday Night Relax,” 3:00 p.m. - close:
o $1 fresh-shucked Oysters;
o Half-price bottles of wine;
o Champagne, Sparkling Wine and Wine Cocktail Specials
o Live Acoustic Music 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

• Wednesday “Goose & Jazz Patio Party,” 3:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.:
o Live Jazz, 5:00 – 8:00 p.m.
o Grey Goose Vodka specials
o $1.95 Happy Hour Menu with $1 fresh-shucked Oysters, 3:30 – 6:00 p.m.

• “Local Cubed Thursday’s,” 4:00 p.m. – close:
o Featuring Three Local Weston businesses with wines, cheeses and spirits.

• MONDAY – FRIDAY, 3:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.: HAPPY HOUR on the entire patio and in the bar
o $1.00 fresh-shucked Oysters Every Day
o Summer Cocktail specials
o “Skinny Cocktails,” five specialty cocktails created all under 150 calories.
o Famous $1.95 Happy Hour Menu

• Sunday – Thursday, NEW Late Night Happy Hour, 9:00 p.m. – close
o $1.00 oysters
o $2 off small plates

• ALWAYS available: full menu, small plates, sushi, full cocktail and wine menus

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SUMMER FASHIONS ROCK THE RUNWAY THIS FRIDAY

2011-05-11T16:46:00.000-05:00

Join us for the 2nd Annual Rock the Block Fashion Show on Friday, May 13th!
See all of the hot summer styles featured at the local boutiques in the Power & Light District
as a variety of models take to the runway on the KC Live! Stage.

Participating Boutiques include The Garment District Boutique, Envolve Boutique, Nikki Grant Boutique, Lovebird, Zafar, Reign Shop, Two Chic BLVD, Imagery, Gennaio Boutique, Label Clothing, and Denim Couture! The models will strut their stuff down the runway to live music from local favorite Patrick Lentz. The Zeros will rock the KC Live! Block with a concert immediately following the show.
General Admission is free. Get premium VIP Seating for just $15.
VIP Tickets holders will be seated directly in front of the stage and runway, have access to a private VIP bar, receive gift bags including coupons and presents from boutique,
an Event KC VIP card, and no line/no cover entrance to the event after parties at Mosaic
and Angels Rock Bar.
Purchase VIP tickets today at www.eventkc.com VIP tickets are limited.
Rock the Block Fashion Show
KC Live!
1330 Grand Blvd
Friday, May 13th, 2011 - 8pm

T-REXCELLENT

2011-05-11T09:00:00.001-05:00

In honor of National Tourism Week, on Tuesday May 17th, Kansas City, Kansas elected officials will be "working" at T-REX Café. It's a T-Rexcellent tourism take-over! Local and state elected officials will be doing the jobs of server, greeter, busser and cook. Plan to join us for lunch. Bring your co-workers, friends and family to dine with the dino's and help us celebrate that tourism means jobs for our community.

Where: T-Rex Café
1847 Village West Pkwy, KCK

When: Tuesday, May 17, 2011
11:30 - 1:30 p.m.

Reservations are encouraged call T-Rex at 913-334-8888.

Fast Facts:

Across America, direct spending from travel averages $24,000 a second and accounts for one in nine jobs.

Locally, tourism attracts more than 22 million people, generates close to $4.5 billion in visitor spending and supports 45,000 local jobs in the metro area annually.

Total visitor spending in Wyandotte County for 2010 was $58.5 million.

Sponsored by the Kansas City Kansas Convention & Visitors Bureau

Webster House

2011-05-09T11:15:00.002-05:00

Webster House
Is Pleased to Announce

Lunch with Suzanne Rheinstein

Join us for a delicious lunch and presentation from this celebrated West Hollywood interior designer & author.

Friday, May 20 • 12-2pm

AT HOME
A Style for Today with Things from the Past
Suzanne will present her latest design ideas and autograph her fabulous new book.

Suzanne opened Hollyhock to sell all the things she loved for the home but couldn't easily find in Los Angeles. That was over 20 years ago and since its opening Hollyhock has been an exclusive resource for designers and discerning shoppers.

Suzanne's relaxed yet elegant style, is reflected in Hollyhock's eclectic blend of antiques, home accessories, art, contemporary furniture and books.

Suzanne will share her design perspective for her own home, as well as the houses she has designed for clients
over the years.

Lunch $20
Melon & Chicken Salad, Basque Cake & Berries, Coffee & Tea
(tax and gratuity not included) More about Webster House

Thursday, May 5th, 2011

2011-05-04T14:25:00.005-05:00

Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with the sounds of local music sensations – Making Movies!
The concert is free, the festivities are free, all day long!
Show begins at 7 PM in the KC Live Block.
Make plans to arrive at KC Live early, Tengo Sed Cantina will be hosting the
ALL DAY PARTY with contests, games, giveaways and more!
Head upstairs, to the second level of KC Live, and check out Howl at the Moon's Cinco de Mayo festivities! They'll have drink specials and fun all night long, beginning at 7 PM.

MAKER'S MARK HOSTS ANNUAL DERBY FEST THIS SATURDAY!

Grab your fancy hat, and head to Maker's Mark Bourbon House & Lounge and KC Live this Saturday, May 7th, for the annual Kansas City Derby Fest!
Derby Fest guests can sip on Mint Juleps, enjoy lunch, sport their derby attire (with a little bit of "hattitude"), and mingle among the crowd in Millionaires' Row. The event kicks off at 2 PM and features live music from NO CASH VALUE.

A Derby Hat Contest for the ladies and a parade of local race horses from Saddle Creek Stables is sure to set the stage for an authentic afternoon at the race. When the Derby horses make their way to the starting gate at Churchill Downs, you will see it all on the big screen in the KC Live covered courtyard. Proceeds from this fundraiser will be used to support a wide range of programs and services for the more than 50,000 individuals and 250,000 family members and caregivers in the Heart of America Chapter's bi-state service area as well as for research advancements to cure this devastating disease. Tickets are on-sale now at www.alz.org/kansascity

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FREE JUSTIN MOORE CONCERT DOWNTOWN THIS MA

2011-05-02T14:19:00.001-05:00

In anticipation of the annual Miller Lite Hot Country Nights summer concert series, Miller Lite presents a free concert with country crooner Justin Moore on the KC Live Stage in Downtown Kansas City’s Power & Light District on Thursday, May 12th, 2011.

The event begins at 7 p.m. and is free to attend for all ages. Anyone under the age of 21 must be accompanied by an adult. The Justin Moore concert is presented by Miller Lite and Q104.

Justin Moore is best-known for hits like 'If Heaven Wasn't So Far Away," "Back that Thing Up" and "Small Town USA". For more information on Justin Moore, visit http://moorejustinmusic.com/

Benton's Wine of the month

2011-04-29T14:23:00.002-05:00

The first owners of the Château were descendants of the Counts of Armagnac, the Chevaliers d’Aux. They can be traced back as early as 1632. Seized as a National property during the fourth year of the revolution, it was changed into a stage-coach post. The coaches were better known in the Medoc as « pataches ».
Classified as a “cru bourgeois” in 1932, the Château has belonged to the Lapalu family since 1964. Strong and concentrated, the Patache d’Aux wines can age remarkably well and their aromatic freshness and strong structure are still evident up to 10 or 15 years later.

This cabernet-dominated wine is new to Benton’s wine list and exhibits a smoky, roasted herb with black current. This wine has plenty of fruit, spicy character and great length. Great with grilled steaks drink or hold over the next 5-10 years.

Oh well, I was born over there! Love Bordeaux! More about Benton's here

Mother's Day Events

2011-04-26T12:48:00.002-05:00

Hy-Vee Mother's Day Ice Cream Sunday
Visit the Kansas City Zoo for Mother's Day Ice Cream Sunday on May 8. Treat your mom to a fun, family day at the Zoo plus dessert. FREE admission and FREE ice cream cone (while supplies last) for moms on their special day. Ice Cream cones can also be purchased for $1. Explore the Zoo and see what animals are moms, too. 816.513.5800 www.kansascityzoo.org

Powell Gardens celebrates Mother’s Day with a scrumptious, reservation-only brunch by Café Thyme and a live outdoor concert on the lawn by Brookside Brass from 1 to 3 p.m. Make brunch reservations early or bring your own food—picnics are allowed in the performance area on this special day. Brunch includes Garden admission; for prices and reservations call 816-697-2600 x209.

FREE Mother's Day Admission at the Truman Library Enjoy a family visit to the Museum - 816.268.8200

Mother's Day Brunch 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Rozzelle Court Restaurant - Nelson-Atkins Museum - Seatings are every 30 minutes. Last seating is at 2 p.m. Cost is $29 for members/$32 for non-member/$15 for children 12 and under. Featured Exhibition Monet's Water Lilies Adults: $8 Seniors over 55: $7 Students: $5 Children 12 and under: Free

For restaurants brunch and dinner menus

McCormick & Schmick's Seafood

2011-04-21T09:33:00.003-05:00

McCormick & Schmick's Seafood
448 W. 47th Street
Kansas City, MO 64112
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The American Restaurant

2011-04-20T08:26:00.002-05:00

New Corkage Policy

Due to revised Kansas City, MO laws, The American is proud to announce our new corkage policy. Bring that special bottle from your cellar to pair with Chef Debbie's delicious spring menu.

$35 per 750ml bottle.
$15 decanting per 750ml bottle.
Wine cannot be on The American Restaurant current wine list.
Limit to a la carte tables of eight or less guests.
No more than two bottles per table.
Not valid with other discounts.
No corkage fee on Tuesday nights!

Trezo Vino’s Spring Awakening

2011-04-14T08:20:00.001-05:00

Trezo Vino, in Leawood’s Park Place, has ushered in spring with revamped lunch and dinner menus with an easier layout for navigation as well as five new dishes created by executive chef Daniel White. In addition, new handcrafted cocktails have been added to Trezo Vino’s cocktail list and a new happy hour food menu runs daily (Monday-Saturday) from 4:00 – 6:00 p.m. Add new daily drink specials and Trezo Vino has completely overhauled its offerings for guests to enjoy.

In addition, Trezo Vino’s patio, arguably one of the finest in Johnson County, opens for lunch and dinner seating on Saturday, April 16. A patio summer music series will be announced soon.

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Come Face-To-Face With A 4-Foot

2011-04-13T16:08:00.000-05:00

Come Face-To-Face With A 4-Foot Alligator While Exploring The Tastes Of The Americas From Trezo Vino And Bluestem April 17 Event Will Benefit Blue Valley Education Foundation And Include Live Alligator, Cigar Rolling, Tango Dancing, And Ice Carvings Leawood, Kan. (April 13, 2011) – Tour the Americas with regional flavors expanding across the eastern perimeter of the Ring of Fire showcased by Trezo Vino and Bluestem for“Brave New World: Experiencing The Americas,” Blue Valley Educational Foundation’s Annual Spring Fundraiser on Sunday, April 17. The culinary tour includes a silent auction, live 4-foot alligator, tango dancing, and cigar rolling and a diverse menu brimming with culinary tastes and wine treasures unique to North, Central, and South America.. Brave New World: Experiencing the Americas What: BVEF Spring Fundraiser featuring Trezo Vino’s Executive Chef Daniel White collaborating with Chef/Owner Colby and Megan Garrelts of Bluestem Restaurant Kansas City. Where: Trezo Vino, 11570 Ash, Leawood, KS 66211 When: April 17, 2011 4:30 to 6:30 p.m Information/ Blue Valley Education Foundation, www.bvef.org or 913-239-4053 or, Reservations: Trezo Vino, 913-327-8466

ROYALS ANNOUNCE PARTNERSHIP WITH JACK STACK

2011-04-13T10:05:00.003-05:00

The Kansas City Royals announced today a partnership making Fiorella’s Jack Stack Barbecue the exclusive tailgate caterer of Kauffman Stadium. The two will also partner with Accent Party and Tent Rental as part of the deal. Through the partnership, Royals fans interested in catering their parking lot tailgate parties will be able to choose from a variety of buffet menus featuring Jack Stack’s hickory-smoked meats, grilled items and signature sides. “We’re excited to partner with Fiorella’s Jack Stack to bring Kansas City’s best barbecue to Kauffman Stadium,” said Royals President Dan Glass. “The addition of Jack Stack to the Royals offerings is another important step as we strive to provide the best fan experience in baseball.” Fiorella’s Jack Stack, with four distinct restaurants in the Kansas City metro, has been recognized as the country’s best barbecue by the prestigious Zagat Survey. Jack Stack features full-service catering, private dining, nationwide shipping and a rich tradition of remarkable barbecue. “

The Royals have made great progress on the new Kaufmann Stadium and with creating a fantastic fan atmosphere,” said Jack Stack President Case Dorman. “Our team at Jack Stack Catering is thrilled to partner with the Royals to be a part of a truly remarkable Kansas City experience.” For details and pricing information on group tickets and tailgate party options, please visit www.royals.com. Fans may also contact the Royals Sales Department by calling (816) 504-4040, option 2, or emailing groupsales@royals.com. For additional information, members of the media may contact the Royals Publicity Department at (816) 921-8000.

Hottest New Restaurants

2011-04-08T08:58:00.000-05:00

The 10 Hottest New Restaurants, based on highest user scores collected from OpenTable diners between March 2010 and February 2011, ranked as:

1. Beauty & Essex, New York
2. Searsucker, San Diego
3. Lavo-NYC, New York
4. Girl & the Goat, Chicago
5. Cleo-SBE, Los Angeles
6. Kenmare, New York
7. Towne Stove and Spirit, Boston
8. Zuma Japanese Restaurant, Miami
9. Gilt Bar, Chicago
10. The Hurricane Club, New York

Starker's Restaurant

2011-04-04T09:29:00.006-05:00

Starker's Restaurant showcases the contemporary American cuisine of chef-owner John McClure. He has proudly continued the 36-year legacy of an establishment known for the highest quality seasonal food, innovative presentations, superb wines and outstanding service, all presented in an intimate, comfortable atmosphere.

Chef John began sourcing the freshest ingredients from local area farmers and producers long before it became a trend. His menus reflect dishes from both the restaurant’s illustrious past, and seasonal selections that take advantage of the area’s freshest bounty and chef John’s experiences cooking at one of New Orleans’ most renowned restaurants.

Friday night, we shared a pan seared foie gras! Personally, I think there are too many different flavors on the plate. I am a very traditional person when comes foie gras! It could have been cooked a little more but still was good.

The best part are the entrees! I had a sole. Fabulous! If someone knows how to cook fish, it is John. If you like seafood, he is the best chef for seafood! The pictures talk by themselves!

Starker’s offers guests an unmatched dining experience of outstanding contemporary cuisine in an atmosphere of elegance, sophistication and intimacy. More at

ROLL DOWNTOWN THIS SATURDAY

2011-03-30T14:16:00.003-05:00

The new Drunken Fish Sushi Restaurant & Lounge invites you to discover an exciting sushi dining experience in the heart of Downtown Kansas City's Power & Light District during their Grand Opening Celebration this Saturday, April 2nd! The all-evening event is open to the public from 3pm to 3am. Enjoy live music beginning at 6pm from Kansas City's own Sean McNown, and catch performances from authentic Japanese drummers at 7pm and 8pm. Deejays take the party from dinner to late-night at 9pm, in both the restaurant and rooftop lounge, which will be open for the first time to the public.

Now open at the corner of 14th & Main Streets in the Power & Light District, Drunken Fish is a hip and exciting dining experience comprised and representative of world-class Japanese cuisine and lifestyle.

Drunken Fish offers an extensive and creative sushi menu as well as appetizers, stir fry, desserts, plus a great bar and rooftop lounge. Business-casual attire is suggested. The sushi restaurant and lounge is open daily for lunch and dinner. Check out their happy hour, three times a day!

New Chef at Chaz on the Plaza

2011-03-28T11:00:00.002-05:00

The Raphael, Kansas City's landmark hotel located on the Country Club Plaza, is new home to the culinary talents of Charles dAblaing. Chef dAblaing, executive chef of Webster House the past five years, emerged as top chef in a national search. We were fortunate to have found a chef with his talent and leadership skills in our own back yard, said Steve Miller, director of operations. In Chef dAblaing, we found not only a chef that matched our expectations for experience and capabilities, but one who shared our high ambition for Chaz. He assumes his position Friday, March 25.

Chef dAblaings star has risen steadily since landing in Kansas City fifteen years ago, fresh from the Atlanta School of Culinary Arts. His cooking is credited for helping transform the Webster House and establish the Hotel Phillips and its signature Chop House restaurant into significant places on the local dining landscape. Chef dAblaing was featured at the James Beard House in 2009 and has been prominent in local charitable events and competitions, including Food Fight, an Iron Chef-style competition on March 28 to benefit Children's Center for the Visually Impaired.

Chef dAblaings cooking style, squarely in the genre of new American cuisine, is defined by his reverent approach to quality ingredients and his emphasis on proper seasoning and cooking technique. His laser focus of each dish is flavor. Its all about taste, says the chef. Take good ingredients and make them great through proper aging and the right seasoning. The confident 35-year-old chef is unafraid to go against popular trends or conventional wisdom. He argues, for example, that too many chefs over-reach with seasonings that corrupt the flavor inherent in the primary ingredient. He dismisses the notion that you eat first with your eyes as a tired phrase. When you have a great meal, flavor is what is most remembered, says dAblaing. Next is its aroma and then the way it looked.

Just as dAblaing prioritizes the way he appeals to the diners senses, he prioritizes his long-term goals for continuing to build on The Raphael's and Chaz on the Plazas reputations. I want to bring a style that makes Chaz a household name and build the business. Elevating in-room dining to a remembered experience is another priority. In the near term, his plans include helping a talented young culinary team grow in their technical abilities and working to improve kitchen efficiencies and economies. He intends to familiarize himself with and tweak the current menu before launching a new seasonal menu in four to six weeks. Chef dAblaing will feature daily specials based on what local farmers and suppliers bring to the market. For his long-time fans, he promises to introduce at Chaz his signature fried green tomatoes and a braised something on the menu. He will continue butchering his own meat and working with suppliers to assure proper aging. He hopes to integrate sous vie cooking into the menu, continuing to participate in community cooking events, hold occasional cooking classes and feature fun culinary events in Chaz on the Plaza. He is already committed to a Cakebread wine dinner on April 26.

Chef dAblaing is a native of Atlanta, Georgia. Being one of eight siblings contributed to his early work in the kitchen and to his self-reliance. He never attended a day of high school but received GED scores that earned him grants and merit scholarships to attend the Atlanta School of Culinary Arts. In addition to his work at Webster House and Hotel Phillips, he has cooked in a diverse array of restaurants, including Carlos OKelly's in Wichita; Figlio and the now-defunct Fedora Bar & Grill in Kansas City; Landings Club in Savannah, Georgia, the largest private club in the United States; Culpepper Country Club and Pearl Restaurant, both in Virginia; and Wyndham Hotel in Milwaukee. For a talented young chef without ties to Kansas City, it is nonetheless the magnet that has drawn him back throughout his culinary journey. I missed Kansas City every time I left, he says. This is where Ive put my roots down. He lives in the Brookside neighborhood with his Brazilian-born and raised wife, Silvia.

James Beard Foundation

2011-03-23T10:44:00.001-05:00

Congratulations Chef Colby Garrelts nominee for the
2011 “Best Chef Midwest” by the James Beard Foundation!

Monday, May 9th, 2011
Avery Fisher Hall, Lincoln Center
NYC
Deemed “the Oscars of the food world,” by Time magazine, The James Beard Foundation Awards are the country’s most coveted honor for chefs; food and beverage professionals; broadcast media, journalists, and authors working on food; and restaurant architects and designers. Please call the Box Office for more information at 212.925.0054 or go online to www.jamesbeard.org for more information.
This is Chef Colby’s fifth nomination, wish us luck as we head to NYC in May!

Thursday, April 28

2011-03-15T10:49:00.001-05:00

Mark your calendar for the 15th annual Forks & Corks benefitting Harvesters—The Community Food Network. Forks & Corks is your chance to experience 27 of Kansas City’s finest restaurants and 14 premier beverage purveyors all in one evening, all under one roof. The food and wine tasting event is Thursday, April 28,har from 6:30-9:30 p.m. in the Grand Ballroom of the Kansas City Convention Center.

“This year, Forks & Corks is especially important to Harvesters and the 66,000 people who receive food from our network each week,” said Karen Haren, president & CEO of Harvesters.

“Today more families than ever are struggling to put food on the table. Your Forks & Corks ticket provides a unique opportunity to sample the cuisine of our finest local chefs and help Harvesters provide 425 meals to those who might not have a meal at all.”

Forks & Corks showcases Kansas City’s finest chefs and beverage purveyors, who offer samplings of their signature dishes and fine wines for the city’s largest hunger relief benefit. Last year Forks & Corks hosted 2,000 guests who helped Harvesters provide more than one million meals to those in need.

“At Forks & Corks Harvesters and our local restaurant community unite in our mission to feed hungry people,” Haren said. “We salute our local restaurants and beverage purveyors for their generous donations of food, time and money, which help make it possible for Harvesters to meet the growing need for emergency food assistance in our community.”

Forks & Corks sponsorship opportunities at all levels are still available. Interested corporate partners and restaurants should contact Harvesters at 816.929.3010.

Tickets for Forks & Corks are now available online at www.harvesters.org or by phone at 816.929.3010. Each $85 ticket helps Harvesters provide 425 meals. Tickets will be sold at the door for $90.
About Harvesters—The Community Food Network
Harvesters is this area’s only food bank. Serving a 26-county area of northwestern Missouri and northeastern Kansas, Harvesters provides food and related household products to more than 620 not-for-profit agencies including emergency food pantries, soup kitchens, homeless shelters, children’s homes, homes for the mentally disabled and shelters for battered persons. Agencies in Harvesters’ network provide food assistance to as many as 66,000 different people each week. Harvesters, which was founded in 1979, is a certified member of Feeding America, a nationwide network of more than 200 food banks, serving all 50 states. For more information, visit www.harvesters.org .

M & S Grill

2011-03-14T11:10:00.001-05:00

- It’s almost St. Paddy’s Day! Celebrate at M & S Grill starting today through Friday from 4-6:30pm and 9-10pm (Mon. – Thurs.) with an Irish Happy Hour. Happy Hour will run all day on 3/17 in addition to traditional Irish Fare and beverages on the lunch and dinner menus. Don’t forget to wear green!

- Looking for an all-inclusive dance menu? M & S Grill offers a three-course menu for $34.95 including tax and gratuity. How easy is that? Make your reservation at 813-531-7799.

Menu click here

March Madness

2011-03-07T11:08:00.003-06:00

March 8th through April 4th!

Trezo Vino is launching "Around The Rim" a month-long promotion that embraces the annual March basketball craze, establishing a destination for sports fans with "sophisticated taste".

A special Big XII menu featuring modern twists on traditional bar food has been created by executive chef Daniel White. 1/2 price Happy Hour Daily from 3:30 to 6:30 PM.

The Starting Line Up and Bench Warmer drink menus feature Absolut Vodka, Jameson Irish Whiskey and Roasterie Coffee. $5 Game Day Thursday, Friday and Saturdays.

Boulevard Beer "On The Line" $3 all month! Fans can catch all of the action on Trezo Vino new, 55-inch LED high-definition televisions in addition to our existing 50-inch HDTV's. Special contests, giveaways and raffles planned throughout the Month!
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Fazenda Brazilian Grill

2011-03-07T09:16:00.001-06:00

I absolutely LOVE the Brazilian "churrasqueira" restaurants, but not the fact that they are SO expensive! Plus, you feel like you need to try EVERYthing just to get your money's worth and then you end up feeling miserable because you stuffed yourself... So, this concept is fantastic! You pick out what you want (and as much as you want) just like the more expensive restaurants.

However, you only pay for what you've selected. (I think it was $6.99 a pound.) I filled my plate with what I thought I could reasonably eat and still only paid $8.52! I will definitely be going back! The atmosphere isn't bad....it just sort of reminded me of Planet Sub or something....but I was so focused on the food, I didn't care! And the service was very good!

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UNEVEN PLAYING FIELD

2011-03-01T14:22:00.002-06:00

THE IMPACT OF SENATE BILL 54…

Senate Bill 54, currently pending in the Kansas Senate would allow grocery stores, big-box stores, gas stations, convenience stores and others to sell liquor, wine and strong beer. The passage of this law would have significant negative unintended consequences…

Why will businesses close and jobs be lost?

There are currently 776 retail liquor stores in Kansas. Proponents of the bill admit that 381 of these stores will have to close. Other studies have shown the number to be higher. These locally owned stores boost local economies and strengthen communities. The resultant loss of jobs of employees and owners would not be offset by new jobs in the grocery stores.

Missouri allows alcohol sales in grocery stores, convenience stores, etc. Why shouldn’t Kansas?

Kansas liquor stores owners established and invested in their business, chose their locations and built their stores relying on long established rules of operation. Positive changes in those rules and regulations over the years have benefitted the Kansas consumer, and the Kansas liquor industry. SB 54 would suddenly change these rules and pull the rug out from under these small businesses. Kansas should provide a stable and reliable regulatory environment for businesses to thrive and to invest in without fear. Missouri has had their retail system for a long time also. Those who invest in that state do so under a different regulatory model and can expect different results.

What effect will this bill have on local economies?

Kansas liquor stores are locally owned. The corporations lobbying for passage of SB54 are out-of-state companies with headquarters in Arkansas, Iowa and Ohio. Nearly all dollars generated by locally owned businesses stay in Kansas. This is not so with chain stores. Studies have shown that when customers spend $100 with a chain store, their purchase generates $14 in local spending by the retailer. That same $100 spent at a locally owned business generates $45 in local spending... three times as much. The ratio for charitable donations by local businesses is even greater.

Why would there be reduced selection?

Ironically, you the consumer will have a reduced selection of wine, beer and spirits. The mass merchandisers will only sell popular brands rather than offer expert advice and the wide selections you now enjoy from the family owned stores.

Will Liquor Stores be able to sell other products just like grocery stores?

No. For the first 5 years the law is in effect, retail liquor stores will not be able to sell any non-alcohol products. Just like it is now, we will have to confine such items to our Party Shop. Groceries, gas stations, etc, will have no such restrictions placed on them. They will be able to sell anything.

Will taxes go up?

Your taxes will almost certainly increase due to increased law enforcement requirements both at the state and local level to enforce increased licensing requirements included in the bill and attacking underage purchasing and drinking. The Kansas Department of Social and Rehabilitation Services (SRS) estimates an increase of $3,000,000 to their budget alone.

Why will prices go up?

Wholesale distributors predict that they will have to spend $7.5 to $10 million to create the trucks and infrastructure needed to deliver to thousands of new outlets, but sell the same amount of product – that cost will be passed on to Kansas customers.

UNEVEN PLAYING FIELD
With the passage of SB 54 Liquor Stores will NOT be allowed to sell any non-alcohol items else outside of our Party Shops. We would continue to be prohibited from selling corkscrews, soda pop, glassware, olives, cigars, peanuts, potato chips, limes, tonic and other items such as these in the Liquor Store. Grocery and convenience stores and others WOULD be allowed to sell these items with no restrictions. This, along with other provisions would create a very uneven playing field to the detriment of small, independent family-owned businesses.

Saturday Night Dance Showcase

2011-02-24T15:16:00.002-06:00

Saturday featuring the top swing, salsa, tango and jumping jazz bands and dance clubs in KC! Marquee Lounge is Kansas City's new headquarters to jump, jive and wail! Everyone is welcome to watch or join in. Free thirty minute lessons at 830pm. Dance bands start at 9pm

http://kcrestaurantguide.com/themarquee.htm

Thursday, March 17, 2011

2011-02-18T14:01:00.000-06:00

— It’s time to hit the gym and get a tan, in preparation for the fourth annual “Shamrocks & Shenanigans” St. Patrick’s Day Festival, which will feature DJ Pauly D from the hit MTV reality show Jersey Shore.

Guests should plan to arrive early for the annual Shamrocks & Shenanigans party. The day-long festival begins with a ‘green’ breakfast at McFadden’s and Raglan Road followed by music, contests, games and giveaways in KC Live.

The festivities continue with live music and deejay entertainment. Kansas City based bands Dolewite and the Patrick Lentz band take the stage for free concerts, followed by DJ Pauly D. The event is free and open to the public, but attendees must be 21 or older.

The fourth annual “Shamrocks & Shenanigans Festival” is presented by Miller Lite.

DISTRICT RESTAURANT WEEK

2011-02-01T12:35:00.001-06:00

DISTRICT RESTAURANT WEEK OFFERS GUESTS EXTREME VALUE
WITH LOW PRICE POINTS, COMPLIMENTARY GIFT CARDS
Biannual District Restaurant Week Immediately Follows City-Wide Event

The Kansas City Power & Light District hosts its sixth Restaurant Week from January 31 through February 6, 2011. Fourteen restaurants will participate in the event, which immediately follows the second annual city-wide Kansas City Restaurant Week.

District Restaurant Week is a biannual event that provides guests the opportunity to try a variety of District restaurants’ menus, all at lower price points to promote savings during a time of economic uncertainty.

Participating restaurants will offer:

• Lunch: Two-course meals priced at $10 - $15 for lunch
• Dinner: Three-course meals priced at $25 - $30 for dinner
• Dining Gifts: Every guest ordering the Restaurant Week meals will receive a complimentary gift card with each visit to use at a later date at the participating restaurant ($5 for lunch; $10 for dinner).
To view all of the participating restaurants and their week-long specials, visit www.districtrestaurantweek.com.

Details: Dates: January 31 – February 6, 2011 (lunch and/or dinner)
Participating restaurants in the Kansas City Power & Light District:
801 Chophouse, Bristol Seafood Grill, Fran’s Restaurant, Johnny’s Tavern, Lucky Strike Lanes, Genghis Grill, Flying Saucer, Gordon Biersch Brewery, Maker’s Mark Bourbon House & Lounge, McFadden’s Sports Saloon, Raglan Road Irish Pub, Pizza Bar, Tengo Sed Cantina and Famous Dave’s Barbeque.

NoRTH RESTAURANT

2011-02-01T12:08:00.001-06:00

NoRTH RESTAURANT BRINGS CREATIVE NEW OPTIONS TO MODERN ITALIAN MENU

LEAWOOD, Kan. – Classic recipes with a modern twist has been the standard for NoRTH restaurant’s menu and now the three-year-old Leawood restaurant is offering a variety of new items that use imaginative combinations featuring timeless Italian ingredients.

Take the restaurant’s new Bucatini for example. NoRTH chefs designed an innovative recipe using the restaurant’s wildly popular Braised Short Rib to create a pasta dish adding the tender meat from the Braised Short Rib to pasta, baby tomatoes, roasted peppers and garlic ($17). The new pasta entrée is just one of the new pasta menu options. Others include: Chitarra with butternut squash, Brussels Sprouts and hazelnut brown butter ($15) and Strozzapreti with chicken, mushrooms, spinach, toasted pine nuts in a light parmesan cream ($19).

“We use our guest’s response to our menu to generate innovative new creations. We’ve tweaked a few items on the menu to align with their feedback and have developed inventive new items based on special requests and favorites among our guests,” said John Hildenbrand, general manager of NoRTH.

Other new entrée items include a Grilled Ahi with cauliflower puree, spinach, lemon and olive oil tapenade ($24); a hearty Sea Bass served with beluga lentil ragout and pancetta braised greens ($26); Peasant Shrimp with Borlotti beans, tomato and Swiss chard ($21); and a Kansas City favorite, the Fire Roasted NY Steak with crisp potatoes and caramelized cipollini ($29).

NoRTH guests will enjoy a new soup option, Italian Wedding Soup with spicy sausage and Pecorino Romano ($8). The Truffle Polenta & Mushroom Ragout is an excellent antipasti item to share ($9). A new pizza combination debuted this winter as well. It’s the Picante Salami, Roasted Peppers and Crimini Mushrooms ($13).

The new menu was introduced in late November 2010. Entrée specials are offered nightly including fish, chicken and beef options.

NoRTH is located in the One Nineteen shopping center on the southeast corner of 119th and Roe (4579 West 119th Street, Leawood, Kansas 66209). The restaurant is open daily from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., Friday and Saturday 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Reservations are available any time and the outdoor patio is open, weather permitting, for lunch, dinner and special occasion use.

For more information call NoRTH at 913-232-5191 or visit

Harvesters’ Canstruction 2011 Winners Announced

2011-01-19T14:11:00.002-06:00

Vote today to help decide the People’s Choice award winner.

“Weeeeeee’re off to feed the hungry…” by Black & Veatch won the Jurors Favorite award at Harvesters’ 10th annual Canstruction competition. Thirteen incredible, edible sculptures are on exhibit through February 7 at the Ward Parkway Center, 8600 Ward Parkway, Kansas City, MO. At the end of the exhibit, all of the nonperishable food items used in the sculptures will be donated to Harvesters to feed hungry people in our community.

This year’s creative Canstruction sculptures used nearly 38,000 cans of food and will provide more than 23,000 meals to the hungry. During its 10-year history, Canstruction has provided more than 282,000 pounds of food—more than 217,000 meals—to feed the hungry.
Other 2011 award winners include:
Best Meal – “Angry About Hunger” by BRR Architecture
Structural Ingenuity – “SpiderCAN!” by Urban Prairie Architectural Collaborative
Best Use of Labels – “Colorful Harvest” by Ellerbe Becket an AECOM Company
Honorable Mention – “CANny Ducky You’re the One” by Treanor Architects
This year, the People’s Choice Award will be determined by the public’s on-line votes at www.harvesters.org. Each vote will include a $1 donation to Harvesters. Because Harvesters can provide five meals with every $1 donated, every vote matters.

Judges for Canstruction 2011 were Debbie Gold, The American Restaurant; Sarah Staten, A. L. Huber Construction; Dan Maginn, el dorado, inc.; Archie Scott Gobber, artist; Rich Smith, Henderson Engineers; and Mary McClure, Harvesters’ board of directors. Sponsors of this year’s event are Focus Architecture, BRR Architecture, SureWest Foundation, Ward Parkway Center, BA designs, llc and Henderson Engineers, Inc.

About Harvesters—The Community Food Network
Harvesters is this area’s only food bank. Serving a 26-county area of northwestern Missouri and northeastern Kansas, Harvesters provides food and related household products to more than 620 not-for-profit agencies including emergency food pantries, soup kitchens, homeless shelters, children’s homes, homes for the mentally disabled and shelters for battered persons. Agencies in Harvesters’ network provide food assistance to as many as 66,000 different people each week. Harvesters, which was founded in 1979, is a certified member of Feeding America, a nationwide network of more than 200 food banks, serving all 50 states. For more information, visit http://www.harvesters.org/

About Canstruction
A global anti-hunger project, Canstruction ® was founded 19 years ago by the Society of Design Administration, an affiliate organization of the American Institute of Architects. The event’s primary goal is to “construct” a world without hunger. It is held in more than 100 cities across North America.
Participating Teams, Kansas City 2011

Art Institutes International
Black & Veatch
BRR Architecture
Ellerbe Becket an AECOM Company
Gastinger Walker Harden Architects
Helix
HNTB
Hoefer Wysocki Architects/McCownGordon
Park University/Shafer Kline & Warren
SFS Architecture/Turner Construction
Treanor Architects
Urban Prairie Architectural Collaborative
WJE Healthcare Architects

THE YEAR OF THE RABBIT!

2011-01-18T13:53:00.000-06:00

The Chinese New Year provides all the traditions and rituals you need to clean away the bad luck of last year, be optimistic for the year ahead, cultivate friends and placate your enemies. Here’s all you have to do:

During the last few days of the last moon, clean the house, pay debts, cut your hair, and buy some new clothes. Decorate your doors with vertical scrolls of Chinese characters on red paper; the text seeks good luck and praises nature, and even keeps away evil spirits. For good measure, burn a little incense in your home; it’s a mark of respect to ancestors.

Light your house brightly on Chinese New Year’s Eve, February 2, and serve a large family dinner. On Chinese New Year’s morning, give the kids lucky money in red envelopes. Splash the color red everywhere; it’s the color of luck. Greet everyone you meet with your best wishes for a happy Chinese New Year. Get rid of your old grudges, and make up with anybody you need too; now is the time for goodwill and reconciliation.

Avoid housework on New Year’s Day; you run the risk of washing or sweeping away good luck. Don’t use anything sharp like scissors or knives or razors on New Year’s Day --- you don’t wish to cut the threads of good fortune brought in at New Year’s. Try hard not to break anything. And above all, avoid negative language. No arguments, no mentions of sickness or death. Follow these guidelines, and The Year of the Rabbit will be a good one for you.

Of course, Chinese New Year calls for special dishes to be served and eaten with gusto! Join us at one of the Bo Ling's restaurants throughout the Metro

GO RED PARTY AT RA SUSHI

2011-01-18T09:41:00.001-06:00

RA Sushi will help draw attention to heart disease next month with a Go Red party and month-long fundraiser to benefit the local chapter of the American Heart Association.

The Go Red party is from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 2 and is open to the public. Guests are encouraged to wear red and will enjoy complimentary appetizers. The event will help raise money and awareness for the America Heart Association in honor of its Go Red for Women movement. February is American Heart Month, drawing attention to heart disease, America's No. 1 killer, and the strides being taken through research and education to raise awareness of risk factors and to decrease death rates.

RA will also launch a specially-created Go Red sushi roll and cocktail at the event. The two Go Red menu items will be available through Feb. 28 and $3 from the sale of each will benefit the local chapter of the American Heart Association.

“It’s only natural that RA Sushi, with our signature red interior design and logo, would partner with such a worthy local charity that just so happens to be encouraging guests to wear red to support their cause. It’s a perfect fit, and we’re thrilled to be associated with the American Heart Association,” said Brent Welch, general manager of RA Sushi.

RA Sushi’s own Red Heart Roll, which is only available through the end of February, sells for $12. The slightly spicy heart-shaped roll is a mixture of kani kama crab mix and cucumber wrapped in rice and seaweed, topped with spicy tuna mix. The Red Dress Martini, which sells for $10, is Skyy Raspberry vodka and X-Rated liqueur shaken with a splash of cranberry and pineapple juices.

Other retail locations at Park Place will offer giveaways and prizes at the event.

February has been celebrated as American Heart Month since 1963 to urge Americans to join the battle against heart disease. A presidential proclamation pays tribute to the researchers, physicians, other public health education professionals as well as volunteers for their tireless efforts in preventing, treating, and researching heart disease.
Call 913-850-6260 or visit web page

Raphael Hotel

2011-01-06T07:27:00.000-06:00

Enjoy rewarding stay now, more rewards in February

The Raphael's listing as one of Travel+Leisure's 2011 T+L 500 World's Best Hotels and the February induction into the new Marriott Autograph Collection are reasons for you to celebrate now...and again in February. For each night booked using the January Celebration Rate Code for a stay in January 2011, receive $50 worth of Chaz dining certificates at check-in plus a 50% off certificate that you may use for a February stay. Start earning Rewards Points in February for stays at The Raphael and other distinctive independent hotels that are members of the Autograph Collection. To reserve your January Celebration, call 800-821-5343 and request rate code January Celebration.

New Year's Resolution

2011-01-03T11:24:00.002-06:00

If your New Year’s resolution includes checking out a great new restaurant, you are in luck! The Kansas City area is full of exciting, innovative, delicious and award winning restaurants just waiting for you to enjoy. Make 2011 the year of tasty dining!

Grunauer is the place to enjoy classic Austrian and continental European cuisine right here in Kansas City. Sprechen sie delicious? Located in the historic Freight House in the Crossroads Arts District, this relaxing new eatery is the perfect place to dine with friends and family. Each menu selection is prepared simply and served in generous portions at a reasonable price. If you are looking for a lighter menu, check out Wunderbar offering affordable small bites and sausage plates until 1:30am every night and providing a lively complement to the nearby dining room. Come for a finely crafted cocktail and stay for a hearty sampling of Grunauer’s specialty foods. For reservations or more information, please call 816.283.3234.

Don’t just settle for ordinary pizza. Treat yourself to the extraordinary creations of Pizza Bella. This cozy pizzeria features delicious wood fired artisan pizza. Each pizza is carefully made with hand tossed dough and loaded with innovative topping combinations of only the freshest ingredients. Check them out at 18th and Baltimore in Kansas City. For more information, please call them at 816.471.3300

Start your day with a hearty breakfast at the historic Majestic Restaurant. Breakfast is served 7 days a week starting at 7 am and features eggs Benedict, stuffed French toast, granola pancakes and all of your breakfast favorites served in a relaxing, enjoyable atmosphere. The Majestic is also an ideal place for business breakfast meetings. For information or to make reservations, please call 816.221.1888

It’s a brand new year and things are heating up at the original Thai Place location on 87th Street. Come see the newly renovated dining room, sip on a libation form the full bar and dine on one of your Thai Place favorites that Ann Liberda is creating in the kitchen. Thai Place now offers a private dining atrium with a sound system and karaoke for up to 60 guests. They also offer catering and free delivery within 5 miles ($50 minimum purchase). Click here for more information

Han Shin Japanese Restaurant has a new location! Step inside and experience the wonderful taste of true Japanese cuisine. You will be presented with an exciting selection of choices from the menu. The talented chefs are eager to prepare your meal tableside or you are invited to enjoy a plate of delicious sushi or Japanese favorites with a wonderful glass of plum wine. Join them at 121st and Metcalf for lunch or dinner 7 days a week. Click here for a money saving coupon.

Eat more - Lose Weight

2011-01-03T11:04:00.002-06:00

You probably already know the math: You have to cut 3,500 calories to drop one pound. To lose a healthy pound a week, that’s 500 calories a day! But you don’t have to deprive yourself or add an hour to your exercise routine to reach your weight loss goals.

Few years ago, in France, Montignac wrote a book about how to lose weight. The method is simple and it is not a diet.

The Montignac Method is the fruit of years of research and testing. It is the synthesis of numerous scientific publications dating from the 1980s and the successful results of the tests carried out by Michel Montignac in junction with a varied group of medical doctors and researchers. From a scientific viewpoint, the method is unquestionable. Several papers have been published on the Montignac Method, as for example, Professor Jean Dumesnil’s paper published in November 2001 in the British Journal of Nutrition.

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Ok it is time for me to start Montignac Phase I!

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