When Cafes Collaborate: Nordic Coffee & Handmade Pastries

It’s a story of collaboration, but ultimately, it’s the dedication to quality that makes this local trio something truly unique.

Food & DrinkTyler ShaneJuly 25, 2023Business, Profile, Makers, Maker Profile, entrepreneurship, Shopping, Shop Local, Shop small, Tyler Shane, Coffee, Pastries, Nordic

KC Monday Restaurant Guide

Whether you’re looking for a lunch break to get you through the first day of the work week, a dinner to congratulate yourself for kicking off the week right, or just somewhere to grab some chow on a Monday— we’ve got your meal plan right here.

Food & Drink, GuidesMade in KC Explore Editorial StaffJuly 11, 2023Business, Profile, Makers, Maker Profile, Tyler Shane, Food, Restaurants, Sunday, Sundays, Mondays

Meet KC’s new Latino-owned, Gay-owned Tequila Brand: Apuesto

Taking his enthusiasm for food and drink to the next level, Josh Montes launched his tequila brand Apuesto earlier this year.

Makers & DoersTyler ShaneApril 10, 2023Business, Profile, Makers, Maker Profile, Creativty, entrepreneurship, Tyler Shane, Tequila, Cocktails, Josh Montes, Apuesto, Craft cocktails, Bars

Recipe: Smokeydopalicious BBQ Kebabs

In a town that seriously savors sauce, Smokeydopalicious hits all the flavor marks– and the company behind it, Smokey By Nature, is making a name for itself as a leader in BBQ.

Food & DrinkTyler ShaneMarch 6, 2023Food, Food and Drinks, Recipes, Tyler Shane, Cooking, Recipe, BBQ, Black-Owned, BBQ sauce, Summer, Spring

Profile: Gigi's Vegan Cafe

There’s more than meets the eye at this little Westport vegan joint.

Makers & DoersTyler ShaneFebruary 9, 2023Business, Profile, Makers, Maker Profile, Anna Petrow, Creativty, entrepreneurship, Black-owned business, Black Owned, Tyler Shane, Vegan, Vegetarian

Of The Earth Spiced Apple Cocktail

Try something new in the new year: Of The Earth Farm Distillery’s signature product - Apple Brandy!

Food & DrinkTyler ShaneJanuary 9, 2023Food, Food and Drinks, Recipes, Tyler Shane, Cooking, Recipe, Cocktails, Distillery, Local, Drinks, Drinking

KC Sunday Restaurant Guide

Whether you’re looking for a boozy brunch, a meal to charm your in-laws, or some greasy chow to help alleviate your weekend antics, look no further for your Sunday meal than right here.

Food & Drink, GuidesTyler ShaneDecember 21, 2022Business, Profile, Makers, Maker Profile, Tyler Shane, Food, Restaurants, Sunday, Sundays

Acre

Much as the kitchen is the center of the home, the hearth is the heart of the restaurant: Parkville welcomes Acre to the restaurant scene.

Travel & Tourism, Food & DrinkMarisa Hamm-MalanowskiNovember 15, 2022Things to Do & See, Things to Do, Kansas City, Local, Palestine, Food, Restaurants, Restaurant, Tyler Shane, Food and Drinks

Café de Olla Inspired Cold Brew Recipe

This Café de Olla inspired cold brew is the ideal drink to help you transition from the warm days of summer to cool, brisk Autumn.

Food & DrinkTyler ShaneSeptember 13, 2022Food, Food and Drinks, Recipes, Tyler Shane, Cooking, Cold Brew, Coffee, Recipe

Profile: Elephant Wings

Meet Ameet: There’s the art of food and there’s the art of entertaining. Chef Ameet is skilled in both.

Travel & Tourism, Food & DrinkTyler ShaneAugust 31, 2022Things to Do & See, Things to Do, Kansas City, Local, Food, Restaurants, Restaurant, Tyler Shane, Food and Drinks, Profiles, Chef, Private chef, Cooking, Parties, Elephant Wings, Indian food

Maize Mean Mule Cocktail

This summer cocktail features sweet corn and agave spirit for the perfect warm-weather sipper.

Food & DrinkTyler ShaneJuly 27, 2022Food, Food and Drinks, Recipes, Tyler Shane, Cooking, Cocktails, Tequila, Mean Mule, Summer, cocktails

Café Corazón Is Cooking Up Breakfast & Lunch

Café Corazon’s new food menu is serving up breakfast and lunch with a side of cultural education.

Travel & Tourism, Food & DrinkTyler ShaneJuly 6, 2022Things to Do & See, Things to Do, Kansas City, Local, Food, Restaurants, Restaurant, Tyler Shane, Food and Drinks, Latinx, Latino, Lunch, Crossroads

Baba’s Pantry: A Beacon of Palestinian hospitality

Baba’s Pantry stands as a treasure within the Kansas City food scene because it has roots: the recipes are familial, and Baba’s origins shine through every nook and corner