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Jade Jaguar: A Taste of Mexico City in the Crossroads
Jade Jaguar: A Taste of Mexico City in the Crossroads

An undeniably unique and delicious new bar is on the scene in the Crossroads.

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Food & DrinkJosh MontesDecember 16, 2025Josh Montes, Business, entrepreneurship, Lifestyle, Food, Dining, Restaurants, Italian, cocktails, Crossroads
2025 Local Holiday Market Guide
2025 Local Holiday Market Guide

Get in the festive spirit with one of KC’s many maker markets this holiday season!

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GuidesCarmen VajgrtDecember 5, 2025guides, Guides, Things to Do & See, Eating out, Things to Do, Meredith Schneider, Things to do, Tourism, Plaza, Christmas, Shopping, Makers, Makers and Doers, Shop small, Shop local, Holiday, Holidays, Gifts, Gift guide
7 Local KC Makers to Shop This Holiday Season
7 Local KC Makers to Shop This Holiday Season

Keep your money local this holiday season, and give the gift of supporting some fantastic makers right here in KC!

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GuidesMeredith SchneiderDecember 3, 2025guides, Guides, Things to Do & See, Eating out, Things to Do, Meredith Schneider, Things to do, Tourism, Plaza, Christmas, Shopping, Makers, Makers and Doers, Shop small, Shop local, Holiday, Holidays, Gifts, Gift guide
Drinking Coffee in Kansas City: Deviant Kava
Drinking Coffee in Kansas City: Deviant Kava

A booze-free community hub, Deviant Kava is located in a refurbished home just north of the shops in Parkville.

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Food & DrinkMeredith SchneiderDecember 1, 2025Business, entrepreneurship, Coffee, Espresso, Drinks, Drinking Coffee in Kansas City, Coffee series, KC Coffee series, Meredith Schneider, Parkville, Kava, Mocktails, Booze free, Sober, Sober October, Dry January
6 Unique Pastries to Try Across Kansas City
6 Unique Pastries to Try Across Kansas City

Take a pastry crawl and discover some of the most unique creations KC has to offer!

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Guides, Food & DrinkMeredith SchneiderNovember 17, 2025guides, Guides, Things to Do & See, Eating out, Things to Do, Meredith Schneider, Things to do, Tourism, Brunch, Pastries, Bakery
Drinking Coffee in Kansas City: Origin Coi Nguon Coffeehouse
Drinking Coffee in Kansas City: Origin Coi Nguon Coffeehouse

Traditional and creative Vietnamese coffees await you at this new Northland spot!

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Food & DrinkMeredith SchneiderNovember 6, 2025Business, entrepreneurship, Coffee, Espresso, Drinks, Drinking Coffee in Kansas City, Coffee series, KC Coffee series, Meredith Schneider, Coworking, Westport, Matcha
Movies with a View: Meet Rooftop Cinema Club
Movies with a View: Meet Rooftop Cinema Club

Watch your favorite flicks al fresco at this new rooftop movie theater!

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Lifestyle, Travel & TourismMeredith SchneiderOctober 21, 2025Meredith Schneider, Rooftop, Views, Movie, Things to Do, Travel, Date night
Post Grad in Kansas City
Post Grad in Kansas City

Whether you’re brand new to the city or moving back, we’ll help you dive head first into all things Kansas City!

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GuidesPresley ReynoldsOctober 17, 2025guides, Guides, Things to Do & See, Eating out, Things to Do, Things to do, Tourism, Late night, Presley Reynolds, Post grad, New to KC, New in Town
8 Cutesie Diners in Kansas City to Cozy Up In
8 Cutesie Diners in Kansas City to Cozy Up In

Have a nostalgic moment and dive headfirst into the perfect diner breakfast.

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Guides, Food & DrinkMeredith SchneiderSeptember 26, 2025guides, Guides, Things to Do & See, Eating out, Things to Do, Meredith Schneider, Things to do, Tourism, Plaza, Diner, Breakfast, Brunch, Late night
Drinking Coffee in Kansas City: Chambre Coffee
Drinking Coffee in Kansas City: Chambre Coffee

Quietly working its way into local legend status, Chambre Coffee is a delightful new addition to Westport.

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Food & DrinkMeredith SchneiderSeptember 23, 2025Business, entrepreneurship, Coffee, Espresso, Drinks, Drinking Coffee in Kansas City, Coffee series, KC Coffee series, Meredith Schneider, Coworking, Westport, Matcha
Cafe Corazón, A Beacon of Culture in KC
Cafe Corazón, A Beacon of Culture in KC

Caffeinating and sustaining the community while leading with heart, Cafe Corazón’s citywide footprint invites you to experience their culture.

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GuidesMeredith SchneiderSeptember 15, 2025guides, Guides, Shopping, Shop local, Things to Do & See, Eating out, Restaurant, Cocktails, Things to Do, Tourism, Happy hour, Gifts, Local, History, Crossroads, Brookside, Coffee, Drinking Coffee in Kansas City, Meredith Schneider
New in Town: Patio Edition
New in Town: Patio Edition

Sip on a sidewalk, post up on a patio or grab some goodies for a picnic: it’s late summer, slipping into fall, and we’ve been waiting all year for this weather!

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GuidesAnna PetrowSeptember 3, 2025guides, Guides, Neighborhood Guides, Shop local, Things to Do & See, Eating out, Restaurant, Cocktails, Things to Do, New in Town, Anna Petrow
Neighborhood Guide: Westside South
Neighborhood Guide: Westside South

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

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GuidesKelly BunchAugust 14, 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, Local, Westside, Tacos, Kelly
Drinking Coffee in Kansas City: Hammerhand Coffee
Drinking Coffee in Kansas City: Hammerhand Coffee

This hidden gem in Liberty is serving up mid-century modern vibes and inventive latte combos!

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Makers & Doers, Food & DrinkMeredith SchneiderJuly 31, 2025Business, entrepreneurship, Coffee, Espresso, Drinks, Drinking Coffee in Kansas City, Coffee series, KC Coffee series, Meredith Schneider, Liberty, Coworking
Drinking Coffee in Kansas City: 1888 Coffee House
Drinking Coffee in Kansas City: 1888 Coffee House

With dedicated parking, space to entertain kids, and plenty of comfy seating– Hyde Park’s new 1888 Coffee is making space for community.

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Makers & Doers, Food & DrinkMeredith SchneiderJuly 21, 2025Business, entrepreneurship, Coffee, Espresso, Drinks, Drinking Coffee in Kansas City, Coffee series, KC Coffee series, Meredith Schneider, Midtown, Staycation, French
6 Places in Kansas City to Stop and Smell the Flowers
6 Places in Kansas City to Stop and Smell the Flowers

Take in the beautiful blooms in some of KC’s most lush green spaces!

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GuidesMeredith SchneiderJuly 10, 2025guides, Guides, Neighborhood Guides, Shop local, Things to Do & See, Eating out, Things to Do, Meredith Schneider, Farmers, Garden, Things to do, Tourism, Parks, Outdoors, Loose, Loose Park, Plaza, Parkville
Drinking Coffee in Kansas City: Parkville Coffee
Drinking Coffee in Kansas City: Parkville Coffee

A book lovers dream, Parkville Coffee is a staple in a quaint town– the perfect place to slow down.

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Makers & Doers, Food & DrinkMeredith SchneiderJuly 7, 2025Business, entrepreneurship, Coffee, Espresso, Drinks, Drinking Coffee in Kansas City, Coffee series, KC Coffee series, Meredith Schneider, Staycation, Parkville
Neighborhood Guide: Parkville
Neighborhood Guide: Parkville

Parkville is the perfect place to spend your summer weekend exploring shops, restaurants, bars and more!

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GuidesMeredith SchneiderJuly 1, 2025guides, Guides, Neighborhood Guides, Shopping, Shop local, Things to Do & See, Shopping guide, Eating out, Restaurant, Cocktails, Things to Do, Tourism, Happy hour, Gifts, Wine, Local, History, Meredith Schneider, Parkville
Drinking Coffee in Kansas City: Wild Flour Baking Co
Drinking Coffee in Kansas City: Wild Flour Baking Co

A cottage core coffee shop perfect for a weekend getaway!

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Makers & Doers, Food & DrinkMeredith SchneiderJune 24, 2025Business, entrepreneurship, Coffee, Espresso, Drinks, Drinking Coffee in Kansas City, Coffee series, KC Coffee series, Meredith Schneider, Staycation, Parkville
Overland Park Farmer's Market Guide
Overland Park Farmer's Market Guide

One of the best markets in the country, and it’s only getting bigger and better! Come check out OP Farmer’s Market with us.

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Guides, Food & DrinkMeredith SchneiderJune 6, 2025guides, Guides, Neighborhood Guides, Shop local, Things to Do & See, Eating out, Restaurant, Things to Do, Meredith Schneider, Bakery, Brunch, Market, Farmers market, Farmers, Shop small, Farm to table, OP, Overland Park, Breakfat, Breakfast, Tortillas, Produce
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