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Must have meals in KC for 3 nights?
enjoy your time in KC
i'd try Pot Pie, Lydia's and Shiraz if I were coming to KC. Pot Pie and Shiraz are local owners and have great well prepared food.
Best donuts in KC...
I'm a john's space age man. Its well worth the stop. Sit at the counter, on the south side for the best people watching. And dig that logo!
Kansas City Dining (unsolicited)
I'm glad you made that NewYears resolution- its always interesting to read where people are eating and what they think about it. magic with scallops isn't easy, they spoil quickly. Keep trying and ask about thier freshness. I look forward to your next post. you going to write about other cities?
Who's eaten at Kabuki? (KC)
you might call Jun's regarding shabu shabu- years ago when Jun still owned it they did shabu shabu on request. On trips to Japan shabu shabu was always my favorite meal - good luck with your search.
Fresh nutmeg in KC?
vsoy- thanks for trying the recipe- We're glad you found it easy and good! Isn't fresh nutmeg out of this world?!
Best Chinese in KC?
glad you liked it. funny how some of the greatest palce are tucked away. i love finding those places
Where do the Kansas City Foodies like to shop for, what else, food?
I love reading all of these posts. So many places to try! There are many reasons to shop around, price, quality, taste, sustainability. Kansas Citys locally owned Hen House Markets and their partnership with Good Natured Family Farms is a leader (nationally) in the local food movement. Whole Foods might not have the cheapest milk...but they have mill from a local producer. Finding the best price may not be whats best for you or for us. Beware of the wal-mart as their price does not reflect the real cost of food production. By supporting as much LOCAL as we all can it will allow local food production to grow and diversify...great news for all us foodies.
KC BBQ-Anything New I Have to Try?
Life is good when you're eating well. Hopefully you'll be here with better weather next time.
Best bakery in KC?
- my wife had lunch at Artisan Francais and thought it was very good. It came on the recommendation of a transplanted Frenchy that lives in our neighborhood. She claims it is the best french bakery in KC in sometime.
I need MEAT for a MAN for a Christmas present! (Kansas City)
KatieNell-- try amysmeats.com she's LOCAL, the cows/pigs are LOCAL- and like she says "trust the people you buy from"...she also has a CSA so the gift could keep on giving for a while.
KC BBQ-Anything New I Have to Try?
I believe so- sorry I gave you the wrong address- try 609 N 6th St. KC,KS ph. 913-371-6400
I also saw a review for them at http://gasbbq.net/reviews.htm I don't know a thing about that site BUT I agreed with the review. It might give you some ideas for other restauarnts too. Enjoy your time in Kansas City.
KC BBQ-Anything New I Have to Try?
Hi SanDiego- I'm an LC's guy myself its always great. But if you haven't tried Jones BBQ in Kansas City, KS its well worth going there for lunch. Its small (15 seats?) and is located in Strawberry Hill/downtown KCK- 1805 N 10th (I think). Its been open more than 6 months but many haven't been there.
good luck.
Best hamburgers in Missouri?
i love a good burger...and all of the above are great. But my favorite right now is the burger Room 39 is serving for lunch. wow.
BBQ deprived new yorker coming to Kansas City please HELP!
Do all you must to try as many bbq restaurants as you can- they all have their high points but don't miss
LC's- could be the best meat in town- do the burnt ends
Aurthur Bryants- come on, Presidents eat there!
Fiorellas Jack Stack- a nicer/uptight bbq place but the beans make it worth a visit
Gates- A KC Institution - think of it as a KC version of a starbucks
Jones BBQ (in downtown KCK)- one of my new favorites
Recommendation for Kansas City special occasion
thank you jvergara. the kind comments are always welcomed! please feel free to comment directly- our emails are available in the magazine. The November issue is available and contains a "destination" you might try as a new Family Friday nite. on 83/Metcalf- Casa Paloma. Thanks for reading!
Recommendation for Kansas City special occasion
yes you can surmise that. Where did you pick up your copy? The Nov issue? We're always interested to recieve comments- gordon@tastebudmagazine.com I'd love to hear from you.
Recommendation for Kansas City special occasion
I have to agree that PotPie is an excellent choice. Its not fussy and the last meal we had there was outstanding (food, service everything). Carmen's in Brookside is an excellent Italian restaurant and rivals plenty in Chicago and NY. If you want something different -have you tried MelBee's in Mission? small plates, great bar and people watching. If you want a food experience try Tatsu's. There's plenty of great food in this town- even if the previous post don't think so
Mexican food in Johnson County-KC
I have to get my two cents in here as well...
Casa Paloma at 83rd/Metcalf is outstanding. And I agree with the above, though not authentic, the french toast is delightful.
How about a Salvadorean restaurant? El Pulgarcito 5921 Merriam Dr - little or no ambience here but the food is great- the tamales are the best in the city and the pupas are some of my new favorite comfort food. (if you think there are better tamales you haven't had these) The soups, grilled fish etc all are authentic. This is not a red salsa and chip kind of place- the table condiments do include red sauce BUT the real treat is the spicy cabbage salad served in a quart jar on every table- oh my I love this place. english is the second language spoken there but don't be afraid to point at the menu its worth the time...and its so inexpensive its a crime.
best gooey butter cake in st. louis?
sorry to hear about lake Forest...sad day. THAT was one hell of a gooey butter cake
best gooey butter cake in st. louis?
I traveled to St Louis every month for business and would bring home 2, 3 sometimes 4 gooey butter cakes from the Lake Forest Pastry Shop 7737 Clayton Rd. 314-863-7400. I haven't been there in a while but my mouth is watering just thinking about it.
Recs for Good Eats in Overland Park Area
Overland Park is a big area- and you'll also be able to get to other parts of the city very quickly/easily here in KC- so I hope you'll try some of what KC has to offer outside of OP. Here is just a few favorites-
Casa Paloma- Overland Park 83rd and Metcalf- authentic mexican, the food and owner make this place special
Tonic- Overland Park small plate dinner specialty- hip atmosphere too
Carmen's in Brookside- wonderful italian- I love this place
PotPie- KC, MO (only 15 mins by car) my last meal here was perfect- eat the breadpudding and the spinach brie tart.
All of those will be very accomadating for vegetarians and meat lovers alike. I hope you enjoy your trip to Kansas City- we have a lot to offer food lovers. feel free to contact me direct with any questions gordon@tastebudmagazine.com
Best selection of cookie cutters in Kansas City?
are you looking for cookie cutters or a specific shape- if you need a special shape...I know Boulevard Bakery (2815 Independence Ave) makes all of their cookie cutters themselves - they'll make any shape you ask for. and the cookies are superb too.
Magazines that focus on LOCAL food and experts
I'm trying to find information on publications/magazines from all parts of the US that focus on LOCAL food and local food experts (as the columnist, writers) We publish one such magazine in the Kansas City area and I'd like to hear about others.
Best wine selection at a wine shop/ liquor store in KC?
try talking to Alan at Royal Liquor- 103 / State Line- you'll find your luck there
Chinese dumplings (potstickers) in KC?
try Jen Jen- 9066 Metcalf- 91st and Metcalf (hard to see from the road, its on the north side of 91st, westside of Metcalf) many would say its the most authentic chinese food in the city.
