Elisa and Marjain Breitenbach “hate politics.” The owners of Doughboys Donuts in Raytown wake up at 1 am to start their day so they can be stocked with Bismarks and red velvet cake doughnuts when they open before dawn. Making doughnuts, they say, is enough to keep them busy on most days. “This doughnut business has been our life,” Marjain says. “We eat, sleep, drink this … [Read more...] about Three local restaurants became embroiled in the Covid culture wars—results varied
7 things to do in KC this weekend: October 15–17, 2021
Legends of Hip Hop | Friday, October 15 Finally rescheduled from its early pandemic cancelation, this tour will take you straight back to that drank-fueled, micro-golden era of Gulf Coast hip-hop. Don’t miss the chance to see Mystikal, Juvenile, Scarface and Bun B on one bill. One day you’re here, baby, and the next day you’re gone. 8 pm. Municipal Auditorium, 301 W. … [Read more...] about 7 things to do in KC this weekend: October 15–17, 2021
A signature Crossroads restaurant will finally reopen from covid closure
After temporarily closing like many restaurants during the pandemic, Lazia is set to relight its candelabras and little pink neon sign on Friday, November 12. The restaurant’s location in a hotel led to its slow return compared to most KC establishments, and it’s among the last of highly anticipated returns from the pandemic. The Italian restaurant on Central will offer … [Read more...] about A signature Crossroads restaurant will finally reopen from covid closure
A cool collection of vintage KC restaurant menus is now online
The Kansas City Public Library has added a new addition to their history of Kansas City archive. The new collection, featured in the Missouri Valley Special Collections, includes forty-seven newly scanned menus and illustrations from restaurants and hotels all over the Kansas City area. The images are part of the S. Stephen Lispi Collection and feature art by the Kansas City … [Read more...] about A cool collection of vintage KC restaurant menus is now online
Belton’s oldest building will soon be home to a craft barbecue spot
When Casey Lueck opened his business on the main drag in Grandview, he intentionally left the word “barbecue” off the sign. “I was kind of afraid to put barbecue on the sign just because it’s such a saturated market here,” he says. “But the barbecue took off because that’s what everyone wanted.” Right now, that barbecue is available to-go from the small carryout shop, a general … [Read more...] about Belton’s oldest building will soon be home to a craft barbecue spot