This is the most recent addition to the locally based Chelino’s chain. Diners were mostly groups of four to six men who filled the tables in the simple, cheerful dining room while inhaling the food from the kitchen. There was no way they were leaving the least bit hungry. The Chelino’s menu takes a bit […]
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Bite Size: 9-28-11
LATE NIGHT DINING David Callaway, the new bar manager at Ingrid’s Kitchen, 3701 N. Youngs Blvd., wrote to tell about My Bar, the name of Ingrid’s new bar space that will serve food until 1:30 a.m. “The menu will also expand late night with new sandwiches and amazing hamburgers,” he said. Ingrid’s will be feature […]
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Smag 7: Heard of these guys?
JJ’s Alley212 E. Sheridan 605-4543 Most people heading into Bricktown can’t resist the opportunity to immerse themselves in a slice of pizza. Here’s the deal: Every Tuesday from 5 to 7:30 p.m., JJ’s gives away free pizza, and they are packing them in. People get whatever the chef is cooking that night, with toppers such […]
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Bite Size: 9-21-11
SLOW FOOD PICNICThe seventh annual Slow Food OKC fall picnic is from 4 to 7 p.m. Oct. 2 at the Harn Homestead, 1721 N. Lincoln Blvd. This year, Sierra Club’s Cimarron Group is the title sponsor. Dinner — served family-style — will begin promptly at 4:30 p.m., with specialties prepared by professional chefs. The recipes […]
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Smag 7: Next big thing?
Waffle Campion Various 525-9235 Want to find the new Waffle Champion? Track this food truck down on Twitter @ wafflechampion. Tara Taylor opened this friendly waffle truck that serves sweet and savory waffles, like those paired with chicken, bacon and cheese. Waffle Champion uses many local products. The experienced Taylor worked as a former Big […]
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Sweet victory
Well, he’s not the only guy around wearing eye makeup! One person really stood out among the more than 8,000 hospitality and food professionals attending the recent Oklahoma Restaurant Association Convention & Expo. And it wasn’t a gal with must-have makeup that makes you look younger in a zippy three minutes. Under the cosmetics was […]
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Jazz it up
Along with food from Boulevard Steakhouse, there will be a men’s fashion show by Parkway Mens Wear, an auction and live music by UCO’s jazz program. Other event sponsors include The Martini Lounge and Edmond Wine Shop. Admission is $20 per person. For more information or to RSVP, contact Margaret Holloway at Margaret@boulevardsteakhouse.com or 715-2333.
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Bite Size: 9-14-11
TASTE OF OKC FOR NWCA benefit for Northwest Classen High School is scheduled from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Sunday. The event, put on by the Friends of Northwest Classen High School Foundation, will be held at River Oaks Golf Club, 10909 Clubhouse Road in Edmond. The event features music, an auction and food from several […]
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Something for everyone
Blackbird Gastropub575 S. University, Norman 928-5555 One brand-new item that Blackbird recently added to its menu is a “smears” plate. A smear is something that is a little thicker than a dip. This will get you a roasted red pepper and walnut smear, a pimento cheese or its prize, the roasted garlic smoked Gouda and […]
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Where all roads lead
Let’s start south in Pauls Valley. Temptation is strong at Bob’s Pig Shop, 829 N. Ash. Around since 1933, it features hamburgers, sliced brisket and a pulled pork sandwich that is “to die for.” Bob’s also satisfies with some Mexican offerings, and those cooks behind the counter pamper people with homemade salsa. right Aubrey McClendon […]