Drinking Coffee in Kansas City: Penrose Espresso Bar and Pastry Counter

Next up in our Drinking Coffee in Kansas City series— Penrose, the walk-up window with delicious pastries that the Crossroads has been waiting for.

Makers & Doers, Food & DrinkMeredith SchneiderAugust 19, 2024Business, entrepreneurship, Coffee, Espresso, Drinks, Drinking Coffee in Kansas City, Coffee series, KC Coffee series, Meredith Schneider, Crossroads

Drinking Coffee in Kansas City: Bisou

Next up in our Drinking Coffee in Kansas City series— Bisou, a darling coffee bistro plucked straight from France!

Makers & Doers, Food & DrinkMeredith SchneiderJuly 30, 2024Business, entrepreneurship, Coffee, Espresso, Drinks, Drinking Coffee in Kansas City, Coffee series, KC Coffee series, Meredith Schneider

Neighborhood Guide: Mission

Mission is a must-tour foodie hotspot tucked away in a charming & historic Kansas neighborhood.

Drinking Coffee in Kansas City: Waterbird Coffee

We’re reviving our Drinking Coffee in Kansas City series— because we take coffee seriously here in KC!

Makers & Doers, Food & DrinkMeredith SchneiderJuly 10, 2024Business, entrepreneurship, Coffee, Espresso, Drinks, Drinking Coffee in Kansas City, Coffee series, KC Coffee series, Meredith Schneider

Drinking Coffee in Kansas City: Oddly Correct

We’re reviving our Drinking Coffee in Kansas City series— because we take coffee seriously here in KC!

Makers & Doers, Food & DrinkMeredith SchneiderJune 19, 2024Business, entrepreneurship, Coffee, Espresso, Drinks, Drinking Coffee in Kansas City, Coffee series, KC Coffee series, Meredith Schneider

Artist Highlight: Mackbecks

Constantly drawing inspiration from her surroundings, Mackbecks is the product of an artist who turns a unique eye to the world and turns those visions into 3D creations.

Profile: Shop Blackbird

Shop Blackbird centers on a passion for curating not only fashion but also interiors and a sustainable-driven lifestyle.

How to GNO in KCMO!

Who doesn’t love a GNO? They are good for the soul!

GuidesEllie DrutenMay 20, 2024guides, Guides, Things to Do & See, Eating out, Restaurant, Cocktails, Things to Do, Tourism, Westport, Ellie Druten, GNO, Girl's Night Out

Neighborhood Guide: Fairway (& Friends)

Fairway, Westwood Hills, and Mission Woods are a cluster of charming neighborhoods just west of State line near Shawnee Mission Parkway.

Celebrating KC Current's New Stadium and Female Artists + Entrepreneurs

Call it our Teal Era: we’re celebrating the opening of the first female soccer stadium IN THE WORLD!

GuidesMade in KC Explore Editorial StaffApril 30, 2024guides, Guides, Shop local, Things to Do & See, New, New in Town, Soccer, Women's soccer, KC Current, Sports, Stadium

KC Dumplings Mini Guide

I scream, you scream, we all scream for… dumplings!

GuidesHannah ParkerApril 22, 2024Guide, Cuisine, Global cuisine, Travel, Things to Do & See, Tourism, Staycation, Vacation, Chinese, Dumplings, Hannah Parker, Asian Owned, Asian food, Dim Sum

Artist Highlight: Paulina Otero

Artist Paulina Otero’s work is easily recognizable: bright colors and bold shapes are the hallmark of her designs, and her growing popularity is evident throughout the city.

Makers & DoersAnna PetrowApril 4, 2024Business, Profile, Makers, Maker Profile, Anna Petrow, entrepreneurship, Art, Artist, Design, Artists, Artist Highlight, Profiles, Designer, Paulina Otero, Mexican, Latina, Latinx

Neighborhood Guide: Martini Corner

Martini Corner is making its comeback these days– rooftop drinks, plenty of eats, shopping and fun games for your whole group– cheers to that!

The Kansas City Museum: Living, Breathing, and Thriving

Three stories of history, art and views await at the Kansas City Museum.

Makers & DoersChristina HockerMarch 14, 2024Business, Profile, Makers, Art, Artist, Design, Artists, Profiles, Christina Hocker, North LC, North KC, Northland, Kansas City Museum, Museums, Things to Do & See, Tourism

Take Care by Oleo: A Perfect Blend of Service and Taste

Crossroads’ newest coffee shop, Take Care by Oleo, goes all in on subtle hospitality.

Makers & Doers, Food & DrinkCarmen VajgrtMarch 7, 2024Business, entrepreneurship, Carmen Vajgrt, Coffee, Crossroads, Oleo, Biscuits, Espresso

Bridget Jones’ Takeout Diary: The Best Spots in KC for Dining at Home

Love Actually, eat deliciously: KC’s top 90’s rom-com inspired takeout spots.

Guides, Food & DrinkLily LiebermanFebruary 21, 2024guides, Guides, Neighborhood Guides, Things to Do & See, Things to Do, Date night, Restaurants, Takeout, Rom-com, Lily Lieberman

For Billie’s Grocery, expansion is as natural as the food

Billie’s Grocery has expanded, with a fresh new location in Leawood.

Makers & Doers, Food & DrinkCarmen VajgrtFebruary 19, 2024Business, entrepreneurship, Bar, Bars, Cocktails, Craft Cocktails, Robin Krause, Billie's, Sustainable, Healthy, Juice, Leawood, Carmen Vajgrt

Profile: Fern Bar

Grab a seat at Fern Bar and learn about the people behind the liquid in the bottles, and the joys and tribulations behind each agave and sugarcane product offered.

Makers & Doers, Food & DrinkJosh MontesFebruary 7, 2024Josh Montes, Business, entrepreneurship, Crossroads, Bar, Bars, Cocktails, Craft Cocktails, Bryan Arri, Fern, Fern Bar

New Night Club Alert: 👀

Step into the enchanting realm of "In The Lowest Ferns," Kansas City's newest nocturnal oasis nestled in the heart of the historic West Bottoms neighborhood.

Makers & DoersHense TripletsFebruary 1, 2024Business, Profile, Makers, entrepreneurship, Artist, Artists, Profiles, west bottoms

Neighborhood Guide: 39th Street

A long block to explore– here’s your guide to 39th Street & beyond!