The Block
Discovering the soul of a Kansas City block, one plate and one drink at a time.
The Block | The “Central Philosophy” of Betty Rae’s Ice Cream
Betty Rae’s Ice Cream in Kansas City wants to “make everything perfect for a minute.”
River Market Restaurant Chases “That Feeling”
The Farmhouse strives to live up to its name – devoting itself to farm-to-market, tip-to-tail food for more than a decade.
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.
Local Pig: Respecting the Meat
The Local Pig butcher shop and Pigwich, its sister restaurant, deal in sustainably raised animals, which are a fine fit with the city’s largest weekly farmers market.
Mud Pie’s Recipe for Vegan Success on 39th Street
Mud Pie Vegan Bakery & Coffee has bake up a unique niche on 39th Street, arguably the most eclectic street in Kansas City.
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.
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.
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.
Torn Label Brewing Co. Owners Chose Crossroads Over Careers In Hollywood, Chicago
Torn Label Brewing Co.’s co-owners chose brewing beer in Kansas City’s Crossroads Arts District over career opportunities in Hollywood and Chicago.
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.