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curiousKC | Shape Our Coverage About Food Access and Security

What conversations are missing about food security, access and economy in Kansas City? Shape our coverage through curiousKC.

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curiousKC | Here’s a List of Farm-to-Table Restaurants in Kansas City

The curiousKC team takes a tour of Kansas City restaurants that emphasize local and natural foods on their menus.

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curiousKC | What Happened to Wolferman’s in Kansas City?

curiousKC tells the story of Wolferman’s, makers of famous English muffins.

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Ma Ma Ramen Latest Flavor on Grand’s Culinary Block

By Kevin Collison Ma Ma Ramen has opened at 1513 Grand, the latest entry in a burgeoning food and drink scene along that one-block stretch of the boulevard. In fact, the new ramen place is the second restaurant to be opened by Jack Zheng at that address. Six months ago, the Bay Area transplant launched…

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Seven Swans Crêperie Lands on Downtown’s Westside

By Kevin Collison Seven Swans Crêperie has landed at 17th and Washington, and owner Kate Bryan is thrilled to bring her café named after a Russian folk tale to life. “It’s just a dream,” she said. “I don’t have a culinary background, I was a home cook all my life. My work life and home…

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City Market Sandwich Shop Fuses Differing Cuisines

City Market Sandwich Shop Fuses Differing Cuisines

The Bite isn’t just another sandwich shop. It might be the only one of its kind in Kansas City, serving up Mexican and Korean flavors between two pieces of bread.

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Meshuggah Bagels

Turning Dough Into Bagels, And Bagels Into Dough

“The first time we tried to make bagels it was a disaster,’’ recalls Pete Linde, co-owner of the three-location enterprise.

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Vietnam Cafe Adds International Flavor To West 39th Street

Authentic coffee from the home country is one specialty at Vietnam Cafe. Be careful. One visit might just turn you into a regular.

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“Describing Room 39 has been difficult for us through the years,” recalls Ted Habiger, chef and co-owner of the 39th Street fixture.

Room 39 Carves Out Its Identity

“Describing Room 39 has been difficult for us through the years,” recalls Ted Habiger, chef and co-owner of the 39th Street fixture.

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Howard's Burger

Howard’s Grocery, Cafe And Catering Serves Mouthwatering Burgers On “The Block”

Howard’s Grocery, Cafe and Catering in the Crossroads Arts District of Kansas City serves up more than food. It provides farm-to-table art.

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