When Masa Ramen & Sushi co-owner Leo Chen told the other owners his idea for a grand opening would be four days of free-food giveaways, it took some convincing that it would be a good idea. “I wanted to make a big splash,” Chen said. “It was like an advertisement so that more people would […]
Jacob Threadgill
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Cloud high
Late August in Oklahoma is not the most comfortable time for s’mores around the fire, as temperatures often remain around 90 degrees Fahrenheit even for several hours after sundown. Fortunately, the chefs at Guyutes have found a workaround until autumn arrives. Jarrod Friedel and Matt Pryor call this invention Smoke on the Mellow. “The recipe […]
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Designer tacos
The rainbow canopy over the patio at Mexican Radio — the newest restaurant from A Good Egg Dining Group — serves both practical and aesthetic purposes. It provides shield from the rain and allows the outdoors to be warm during the cold, but the bright colors also connect the restaurant to its home in 16th […]
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Unpredictable pizza
Pizza Planet 1621 N. May Ave. pizzaplanetokc.com 405-778-8850 What works: The melted cheese and crispy pasta edges from the oven bake were fun. What needs work: The restaurant has a long wait time and inconsistent hours. Tip: Make sure it’s actually open because advertised business hours appear to be a suggestion. I ate a pretty […]
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Gazedibles: Fungus among us
We’re getting a jump on a September celebration here in late August by highlighting our fungus friends. September is National Mushroom Month, and here are seven restaurants to help you indulge. By Jacob Threadgill with photos by Alexa Ace and provided Beth Lyon’s Black Cat 308 NW 10th St. facebook.com/bethlyonsblackcat | 405-694-9343 Located inside the […]
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Chef celebration
The oak that is Oklahoma City’s dining scene and has sprouted and grown sturdy over recent decades lost its roots on July 22 with the passing of chef John Bennett at the age of 77. Bennett, who counted culinary luminaries James Beard and Julia Child as lifelong friends, helped push Oklahoma City out of the […]
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Veggie love
The conversation around a vegan or plant-based diet is often about what a person cannot eat. With the opening of Plant, 1120 N. Walker Ave., in Midtown Aug. 5, owner Emma Ryan wants to talk about the positive effects of leaving behind animal products and processed foods. Ryan herself is a testament to the health […]
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Gazedibles: Concept additions
The last few months have brought an unprecedented number of restaurant openings to the Oklahoma City metro. Here are just seven of the eateries that have opened since May. By Jacob Threadgill with photos Gazette/ file and provided Frida Southwest 500 Paseo Drive fridasouthwest.com | 405-683-7432 After five years in the works, Frida finally debuted […]
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Communal culinary
Since opening Social Deck + Dining in the former Chae Modern Korean space, 1933 NW 23rd St., last December, owners Jordan and Jamie Winteroth are still very much in the perilous first year of a restaurant. Under the headline “No, most restaurants don’t fail in the first year,” Forbes did its best in a 2017 […]
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Modern ’cue
After opening in early July, The Smoking Boar is well on its way to changing expectations about barbecue restaurants. The ambitious concept first started with a complete renovation of the 2925 W. Britton Road location that formerly housed Mamaveca Mexican and Peruvian Restaurant. The ceiling was raised and new flooring was put in; next up […]