The whole enchilada

House-made tortillas are the just the beginning of benevolent offerings from this Flavor Country.

Restaurant Reviews
Greg Elwell
Alvarado's Mexican Restaurant
1000 E. Second, Edmond
alvaradosmexican.com
359-8860

What works: Tortilla soup and tacos poblanos are must-haves.
What needs work: Thanks to a college crowd, it can get pretty busy.
The tip: If you want a hotter salsa, ask for it.

Wednesday, August 8, 2012

OKG7 spots to eat between shopping

Every week, we give you seven OKC-area restaurants to explore.

OKG7 Dining
Jenn Scott
With the crush of holiday traffic, driving across town and back while shopping is out of the question. Depending on where in the metro you’re hitting the stores, why not stay put and eat, too?

Wednesday, November 21, 2012

OKG7 smooth[ie] operators

Every week, we give you seven OKC-area restaurants to explore.

OKG7 Dining
Jenn Scott
Craving a smoothie? Then get one, already.

Wednesday, February 27, 2013

OKG7 downtown delights

Every week, we give you seven OKC-area restaurants to explore.

OKG7 Dining
Jenn Scott

These seven establishments are worth your drive downtown ... and any battle for a parking space.

Wednesday, March 13, 2013

OKG7 places to imbibe and dine

Every week, we give you seven OKC-area restaurants to explore.

OKG7 Dining
Jenn Scott
You're hungry! You're thirsty! Calm down. It happens to everyone.

Wednesday, March 6, 2013

Artistic appetite

Italian Jim’s and Bella Forte work together to create great food and unique blown-glass artwork.

Restaurant Reviews
Stephanie Bice
Italian Jim’s Restaurant
13 S. Broadway, Edmond
italianjims.net
285-8800

What works: eggplant ratatouille and lasagna
What needs work: fettuccine Alfredo sauce
Tips: Reservations of eight or more are accepted. If possible, ask to sit in the dining area that overlooks the glass studio.

Wednesday, March 27, 2013

Veggie me this

Cutting meat from your diet? The metro has plenty of tasty options.

Food and Drink Features
Jenn Scott
To some, vegetarianism may appear to be a cult.

Wednesday, April 17, 2013

Festival of the foods

Culinary art shines more than ever in this year’s Festival of the Arts.

Food and Drink Features
Greg Elwell
Festival of the Arts
11 a.m.-9 p.m. Tuesday-Wednesday
daily through April 28
downtown Oklahoma City
artscouncilokc.com
270-4848
Free

Wednesday, April 17, 2013

Cruise the Mediterranean

You don't need to travel far to enjoy the heart-healthy delicacies of the Mediterranean diet.

Food and Drink Features
Greg Elwell
The results are in: You should be eating more like a Mediterranean.

Wednesday, May 1, 2013

No reservations

A Warr Acres treasure has some of the best Indian tacos around.

Restaurant Reviews
Louis Fowler
Tim’s Drive Inn
5037 N. MacArthur Blvd., Warr Acres
789-5410

What works: Indian tacos, of course
What needs work: cash only, no debit or credit cards
Tips: Order one of their “special” Dr. Peppers.

Wednesday, May 8, 2013