AKAI 1801 Wheeler St. akaisushi.us WHAT WORKS: Protein, protein and more protein. From fish to chicken and beef, it’s clear AKAI knows what it’s doing when it comes to the meatier things in life. WHAT NEEDS WORK: Some of the tables are quite small, which makes taste-testing multiple dishes a bit of a puzzle. TIP: […]
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Perle of the Skirvin
Perle Mesta The Skirvin Hilton Oklahoma City 1 Park Ave. skirvinhilton.com/perle-mesta 405-272-3040 What works: While the food might be the star of the show, the drink menu holds its ownWhat needs work: A menu with as much intrigue as this one deserves a dessert menu with more than one option.Tip: Maximize the full potential of […]
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Here for beer
Angry Scotsman Brewing — Fortitude The biggest complaint about abbey ales isn’t usually the heft of the alcohol content but rather the sweetness of the brew. Fortitude is the rare Belgian-style that comes off dry and less sweet while maintaining the strength the style is infamous for having. The problem you’re most likely to face […]
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Celebration libations
Korbel — Brut Perhaps the most universally-known champagne of all time, the budget-friendly Korbel Brut still tastes like New Year’s Eve today as it did when you first snuck those first sips when your parents’ backs were turned. Light yet crisp with subtle fruity undertones, this is a solid pick if your Christmas budget has […]
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Celebration libations
Here are a seasonal selection of wines to pair with holidays, in-law visits and all the seasonal celebrations headed our way. Banfi Rosa Regale That bottle of sparkling grape juice from your childhood is back with an age requirement. A fizzy sparkling raspberry with hints of strawberries, this Italian red wine is only 7 percent […]
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Autumn flavors
The first signs of fall are finally upon us. As the temperatures continue to cool, these four cocktails will warm you right back up. Pumpkin Patch 1.5 oz Hangar One Rosé .5 oz Mizu Shochu .5 oz squash puree .5 oz apple cider 1 Egg white Barspoon of apple cider vinegar Barspoon of Zucca Amaro […]
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Summer sessions
Here are just a few of the many Oklahoma beers that you’ll find this season to accompany you around campfires, in the water or in the backyard with friends this blistering summer. American Solera — Solerican To be completely honest, it’s damn difficult to put an American Solera beer on a list like this because […]
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Ciders for summer
My, the cider game has definitely upped itself in response to the craft beer revolution. Here are surveys of three brands that have really stepped it up in recent years. Ace If you like your ciders strong in both profile and in alcohol content, Ace is the way to go. Two of their ciders, the […]
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Warm weather wines
These four crisp wines make the perfect complement to the rising temps, all with convenient screw tops so you can enjoy a glass without additional hardware on your summer journeys. La Crema — Pinot Noir Rosé (2021) Rosé is the best of all wine worlds, which may explain why it’s thought to be among one […]
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Dad drinks
If you were to produce a candle of classical “dad” scents, the sweet, strong odor of single malt Scotch would be one of the top items on that list. Foregoing the smoky peat flavors of the Islay malts entirely this year, here are four Speyside Scotches to share with your father this holiday. The Glenlivet […]