The summer was brutal, which makes the European seasonal beers which are typically malty and sweet even sweeter this year. Salzburger Stiegl — Hell This helles lager comes out strong with its packaging but the flavor is relatively timid in comparison. That’s to be expected by the style of beer, but boy does this can […]
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East meets Western
East of the prime meridian and south of the equator are the cuisines that inform Pachinko’s delectable clash of flavors. The concept, 7204 N Western Ave., opened without fanfare this month in Nichols Hills. “So this is almost like a Pachinko Parlor and The Crown Room had a baby,” Executive Chef Eric Smith said. “My […]
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Tailgating cocktails
As football season returns so does tailgating. Here are two cocktails for your game day festivities. Cowboy Crush2 parts Three Olives Orange vodka 1 part Cointreau 1 part Finest Call mango puree Juice of half an orange Q Mixes club soda Orange wedge for garnish Fill two glasses halfway with ice. Combine Three Olives Orange […]
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Climbing the hill
When Grill on the Hill announced that it was closing its doors in April, the line stretched out the door on its final days. When the restaurant opened quietly under the new ownership of Happy Plate Concepts this month, nearly every table in the joint was already full. “It’s always been a historic place to […]
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Deep seated
You may not think much about the booth you slide into when visiting your favorite restaurant, but you’re often sitting on a carefully handcrafted work of art. In Oklahoma City, it’s very likely you’re seated on the work of Krysta Henry-Holland. Henry-Holland’s hands have transformed the aesthetics of hundreds of restaurants throughout the city, and […]
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Smoked lounge
While Smoked Out BBQ seems like an obvious cannabis reference, its origin is completely barbecue-derived. “I was living in Yukon at the time. And I bought this 3,500-pound smoker. We put it on a trailer and it’s massive. The neighbors and everything would bring me food to smoke on it. I’d fire it up and […]
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Sauce to the rescue
Tim Heitzman started making hot sauces as gifts for family but now the brand is setting hearts — and tongues — ablaze. “For the holidays, I would always make teriyaki sauce and spice rubs as gifts,” Heitzman said. “Things I knew my dad and brother would use, but also that I could afford to make […]
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Auspicious spices
Even with a recipe, measuring spoons and a well-stocked spice cabinet, those untrained in the culinary arts can find seasoning a self-cooked meal from scratch a daunting notion. Too much of one spice or not enough of another can ruin a dish, and the thought of all of those extra steps alone can be enough […]
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BBQ, hold the meat
Nabati 7101 Northwest Expressway #300 Nabati is the spot for vegan BBQ-inspired pizza. This casual Mediterranean restaurant has an impressive variety of pizzas, platters, sandwiches, and desserts. Nabati means “plant-based” in Arabic, and vegans will appreciate being able to order anything from the 100 percent vegan menu. Try the BBQ pizza with crispy bits of […]
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Gazedibles: Deep cuts
Ranking favorites among Oklahoma barbecue spots is like choosing a favorite child. If there’s one thing this state can do right, it’s cook slabs of meat. Here are the seven that come immediately to mind (but please email recommendations to editor@okgazette.com). Clark Crew BBQ 405-724-8888 • 3510 Northwest Expressway clarkcrewbbq.com Travis Clark has won a […]