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Cinco de Mayo is a holiday commemorating the victory of Mexican troops over the French in the battle over Puebla on 5 May 1862 which emphasizes the Mexican heritage among Americans. The symbol of the festival is the Mexican icon representing the Mother of God from Guadalupe - the patron of both Americas.  There are several Mexican restaurants in the KC metro area celebrating Cinco de Mayo with drink specials and other fun events. Here is a list of a few in the area. • Margarita's  – All five of this long-established restaurant group are offering drink specials, t-shirt and trinket giveaways (these last, until they run out . . . but they have lots!)  • Sullivan’s – From 3 to 6 pm enjoy $7 margaritas made with 1800 reposado and silver tequila and Sullivan’s Street Tacos for $13  • Ixtapa - food & drink specials all day. •  Genovese - Cinco de Mayo Tequila Dinner - menu here

Something Different for Mother’s Day  I’m here to suggest you do something a little unusual this Mother’s Day even if it’s in a place you have been many times. I’m talking Union Station and before I get to the feasts available that day, here’s my idea. Give yourself plenty of time and go to the far east side of the first floor and discover how it all came to be. There’s more information, drawings, photographs, and artifacts on the second and third floors (take the elevator). You can learn all about the original Fred Harvey’s Restaurant as you experience the Union Station Story – and its many stories.  But don’t miss one of my favorite things – the Martin Rotach art piece done in 2012 as a “Homage to Hopper.” It’s to the right of Pierpont’s (with its own Mother’s Day three course prix-fixe brunch, $35) flanked by glassed-in cases that contain mostly Harvey House items. It’s a work that will take you back in time with its wonderful details.  Once you know a lit...

Sweet, Rich, and Decadent, All Together Now One thing I love is the unexpected. Like when the sun miraculously appears on a day the weathermen have ALL said thunderstorms ALL day – just in time for your patio party. Or when a top political figure says something sensible – and doesn’t then immediately ruin it by injudicious explanation. Or when a pizza place offers something delicious besides their pizza – like dessert.  I have that place for you: Grimaldi’s on 135th Street. They have a seasonal cheesecake selection in addition to their other goodies – and I’ve seen them make them. More cream cheese in one bowl (tub? vat?) than you can imagine. Whipping cream mountains. Caramel drizzled and coconut sprinkled like a tropical downpour. Their current specials include Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups Cheesecake chunked up with you can probably guess what. Their Caramel Coconut Cheesecake is a caramel cheesecake with caramel glaze and toasted coconut on an Oreo crust, all...

Graduation Celebration on The Independence Square Hey Graduates! We want to celebrate your achievement! Let us treat you to a meal (up to $20.17) at one of these restaurants: Diamond Bowl , Cafe Verona , Ophelia's , Court House Exchange , Square Pizza - all located on the Independence Square!  To redeem - Must have school ID, tassel, or graduation program  Discount applies to party of 6 or more, per graduate Good May 2017 - June 2017