Farina Ristorante and Oyster Bar in Kansas City has gained a following for the “modern Italian” creations of its owner, James Beard award-winning Chef Michael Smith. Chef Michael prides himself on using the finest ingredients in his top-tier Italian restaurant at 19th and Baltimore. His menu is inspired by the various regions of Italy, and …
There are drive-thrus you hit when you’re in a hurry. Then there are drive-thrus that are destinations in their own right. With its emphasis on farm-to-table cooking and from-scratch baked goods, Crestwood’s Yolklore falls into the latter category.
An unprepossessing exterior hides a terrific traditional Italian restaurant with handmade pasta. Monthly specials keep their customers coming back again and again.
Our food columnist, a certified executive chef, is a transplant from the mid-Atlantic coast, and he says this suburban seafood restaurant is one of the best in the state, and he shares what he ordered.
Lupita’s Mexican Restaurant serves up artful dishes in a casual environment.
Venture out in the cold for one-of-a-kind dining experiences, a new (to KC) caffeine culture, and a shop dedicated to local goods.
Cool Stuff is back for a limited period of time and Delia’s Mexican Grill, Wicked Asian Wings, and The Brassy Bird are brand new restaurants in Columbia.
At Krokstrom, owner and chef Katee McLean has staked a Scandinavian niche. Her restaurant honors her great-great- great-grandfather Anders Gustaf Krokstrom, who came to the United States in the 1860s.
A sign at the front door greets customers, declaring: “There are no strangers here, only friends who have not yet met.” The lively pub and warm, welcoming dining room boasts a massive fireplace and a wall of family history.
At Leslie’s, customers enjoy an abundance of made-to-order Latin American food for lunch or dinner. Tortas, gorditas, and El Salvadoran papusas stuffed with meat, cheese, and beans are all on the menu.
Our writer, who is affected by Crohn’s disease, takes us around the state in search of eateries that can accommodate special diets including paleo, vegan, and gluten-free options.
It has happened to all of us: On the road, exploring new places, boldly going where we’ve never gone before, and we see something new. Something different. Something that makes our stomachs want to find out more.
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