For a man whose motto for years has been, “To the Eastside with love,” it’s only fitting that Eastside Pizza House opened on Valentine’s Day. Years in the making and after several pivots in the restaurant concept, Jabee Williams said that reception has been nothing short of fantastic, having to turn away would-be patrons at […]
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Flavor wave
Florence’s Restaurant If you haven’t heard rave reviews of Florence’s Restaurant in the seven decades that they’ve been in business, then you must not read, own a television or have many friends because you’d be hard pressed to find anyone here who hasn’t been to this northeast Oklahoma City fixture. When Oklahoma Gazette dropped in […]
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Roux the day
With spring on its way, it’s a good time for a hearty meal that packs a bit of heat to keep you warm during those last remnants of winter chill. This month, the chefs at Guyutes bring an infused shrimp étouffée to the table. And when you tell your guests that you’ve made a roux, […]
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Double dog dare
“Let’s be honest. The weather here is insane,” said Dewayne Callahan, owner of Callahan’s Chicago Grille, a new brick-and-mortar outgrowth of his food cart business, Callahan’s Chicago Dogs. The Windy City native turned local Okie has weathered the full range of the Oklahoma City metro’s temperamental climate while building his passionate side hustle into a […]
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Sweets for the sweet
This Valentine’s Day, Oklahoma Gazette samples some of the sweeter side of life through a selection of wines that also satisfy a sweet tooth and take it easy on the bank account during these trying times. Chloe Pinot Grigio Let’s start with the least sweet. Now, that isn’t to say that it doesn’t have light […]
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Gazedibles: Healthy eats to keep those resolutions.
Now that the first month of the new year has come to a close, you might be waning on all those healthy resolutions you made at the beginning of January. Luckily, there are lots of restaurants trying to make it easier. Here are seven spots in OKC and Tulsa where you can find a delicious, […]
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Low dive
Soundpony409 E. Main St. Just a few steps down the street from the famed Cain’s Ballroom is Soundpony, which is also known for its own diverse musical lineups. A community staple, the bar is known for its history of sponsorship for cycling and other sporting events, including a soccer team. As for the name, “…The […]
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High dives and sacred grounds
Once upon a time, Justin Carpenter had the foolish idea of bringing people closer together over a shared space and a good cup of coffee. “Ten years ago, I’d noticed people were drifting further and further apart due to technology and now due to worldwide pandemics and politics and everything else. And I have always […]
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Winter Cocktails
The Avalanche, by Emma Torres of 1884 1.5oz Stranahan’s blue label dash of Peychaud’s bitters 3/4iz Naranja Orange liqueur 2 tsp brown sugar 1 lemon 1 luxardo cherry Measure 2 tsp. of brown sugar & squeeze 1/4 lemon into cocktail shaker. Stir until dissolved. Add ice, 3/4 oz orange liqueur, 1.5 oz stranahans blue label, […]
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Seasons Drinkings
El Gran Chai Abrazo Ryan Goodman of The Manhattan 3.5 oz chai tea 1.5 oz ginger syrup* 2 oz Centenario Reposado 2 dashes angostura bitters Combine all ingredients in 8-12 oz mug, stir garnish with orange twist *ginger syrup 4 oz ginger (chopped, into small chunks, skin on) 6 oz turbinado sugar 6 oz hot […]