This vibrant neighborhood that has so much fantastic food and shopping to offer that we’re splitting the guide into two parts!

New in Town: Spring Edition

These exciting new spots are adding even more flavor to our beloved city, so let’s explore what Kansas City has to offer!

GuidesKaty SchambergerApril 30, 2025guides, Guides, Neighborhood Guides, Shop local, Things to Do & See, Eating out, Restaurant, Cocktails, Things to Do, Brewery, Breweries, New in Town

Drinking Coffee in Kansas City: Huey’s On The Square

Next up in our Drinking Coffee in Kansas City series— we head up to Liberty for coffee in the historic square!

Makers & Doers, Food & DrinkMeredith SchneiderApril 21, 2025Business, entrepreneurship, Coffee, Espresso, Drinks, Drinking Coffee in Kansas City, Coffee series, KC Coffee series, Meredith Schneider, Liberty Square, Liberty

Neighborhood Guide: Liberty Square

Locals love Liberty Square– with a dose of history, cool street are and quaint shops & eateries, it’s easy to see why!

Neighborhood Guide: Independence Square

The nostalgic feel of Independence’s historic town square is worth a day trip!

Drinking Coffee in Kansas City: Main Street Coffee House

Next up in our Drinking Coffee in Kansas City series— we head up to Independence for coffee in the historic square!

Makers & Doers, Food & DrinkMeredith SchneiderMarch 5, 2025Business, entrepreneurship, Coffee, Espresso, Drinks, Drinking Coffee in Kansas City, Coffee series, KC Coffee series, Meredith Schneider, Independence

Bar Medici: Where World Class Cocktails Meet Italian Fare

Take a peek behind the curtain at KC’s swankiest Italian joint in the Crossroads!

Food & DrinkJosh MontesFebruary 28, 2025Josh Montes, Business, entrepreneurship, Lifestyle, Food, Dining, Restaurants, Italian, cocktails, Crossroads

Drinking Coffee in Kansas City: Good Karma Coffee

Next up in our Drinking Coffee in Kansas City series— we head to Good Karma Coffee!

Makers & Doers, Food & DrinkMeredith SchneiderFebruary 13, 2025Business, entrepreneurship, Coffee, Espresso, Drinks, Drinking Coffee in Kansas City, Coffee series, KC Coffee series, Meredith Schneider, Crossroads, Black owned

Neighborhood Guide: West Bottoms

A guide to eating and drinking your way through the West Bottoms- after all, you’ll need fuel for all that antique-ing!

GuidesKelly BunchFebruary 5, 2025guides, Guides, Neighborhood Guides, Shopping, Shop local, Kelly Bunch, Kelly Hollowell, Things to Do & See, Shopping guide, Eating out, Restaurant, Cocktails, Things to Do, Tourism, Happy hour, Gifts, Wine, Local, West Bottoms

Drinking Coffee in Kansas City: Triple Crown Drinks, Eats & Events

Next up in our Drinking Coffee in Kansas City series— Midtown’s newest coffee and bagel shop.

Makers & Doers, Food & DrinkMeredith SchneiderJanuary 31, 2025Business, entrepreneurship, Coffee, Espresso, Drinks, Drinking Coffee in Kansas City, Coffee series, KC Coffee series, Meredith Schneider, Bagels, Midtown

Local Flavors: Green Dirt Farm & Green Dirt on Oak

A true pioneer in the farm to table movement, Green Dirt on Oak opened its doors this year– bringing the full cycle of their cheese to life for hungry customers.

Makers & DoersPatrick MulvihillJanuary 6, 2025Business, entrepreneurship, Shopping, Shop local, Weston, Cheese, Green Dirt Farm, Restaurants, Farm to table, Crossroads, East Crossroads, Sheep, Patrick Mulvihill

Cedar Crest Lodge: A Natural Escape

A short drive from KC, find an all-seasons staycation that immerses you in nature.

GuidesHannah BerryDecember 17, 2024guides, Guides, Neighborhood Guides, Shopping, Shop local, Things to Do & See, Eating out, Restaurant, Things to Do, Tourism, Restaurants, Dining Out, Holiday, Staycation, Hotel, Hotels, Bed and breakfast, Hiking

14 Unexpected KC Places to Buy Holiday Gifts

Sometimes, you want to dodge the crowds and find one of those best-kept secrets for Santa’s list!

GuidesKaty SchambergerDecember 16, 2024guides, Guides, Neighborhood Guides, Shop local, Things to Do & See, Things to Do, Christmas, Holiday, Holidays, Shopping, Shop Local, Gifts, Gifting, Gift guide

Drinking Coffee in Kansas City: Garden House Cafe

Next up in our Drinking Coffee in Kansas City series— we head to KCK!

Makers & Doers, Food & DrinkMeredith SchneiderDecember 12, 2024Business, entrepreneurship, Coffee, Espresso, Drinks, Drinking Coffee in Kansas City, Coffee series, KC Coffee series, Meredith Schneider, KCK, Plants, Shopping

How to Beat the Post-Holiday Sunday Scaries with a Staycation at Loews

Here’s how to beat the post-holiday Sunday Scaries with a staycation at Loews!

GuidesCarmen VajgrtDecember 9, 2024guides, Guides, Neighborhood Guides, Shopping, Shop local, Things to Do & See, Eating out, Restaurant, Cocktails, Things to Do, Tourism, Happy hour, Carmen Vajgrt, Restaurants, Dining Out, Christmas, Holiday, Staycation, Loews, Hotel, Hotels, Mocktails

Drinking Coffee in Kansas City: XR Cafe at Crossroads Hotel

Next up in our Drinking Coffee in Kansas City series— we head to Crossroad Hotel’s lobby!

Makers & Doers, Food & DrinkMeredith SchneiderDecember 4, 2024Business, entrepreneurship, Coffee, Espresso, Drinks, Drinking Coffee in Kansas City, Coffee series, KC Coffee series, Meredith Schneider, Crossroads

Local Flavors: Strawberry Hill Baking Company’s Povitica

A staple on your holiday table, Strawberry Hill Povitica has been baking up comfort food for generations.

Makers & DoersPatrick MulvihillDecember 2, 2024Business, entrepreneurship, Shopping, Holiday, Gifts, Baking, Bread, Gifting, Shop local, Bakery

Profile: Effing Candle Co.

Shop some locally poured candles with snark this holiday season!

Makers & DoersMeredith SchneiderNovember 15, 2024Business, entrepreneurship, Shopping, Candles, Holiday, Gifts, Midtown

Drinking Coffee in Kansas City: Rochester Brewing & Roasting Co. (Parkville)

Next up in our Drinking Coffee in Kansas City series— we head to Parkville!

Makers & Doers, Food & DrinkMeredith SchneiderOctober 29, 2024Business, entrepreneurship, Coffee, Espresso, Drinks, Drinking Coffee in Kansas City, Coffee series, KC Coffee series, Meredith Schneider, Parkville

New in Town: Fall Edition

These exciting new spots are adding even more flavor to our beloved city, so let’s explore what Kansas City has to offer!

GuidesMade in KC Explore Editorial StaffOctober 8, 2024guides, Guides, Neighborhood Guides, Shop local, Things to Do & See, Eating out, Restaurant, Cocktails, Things to Do, Brewery, Breweries, New in Town