Who doesn’t love a bowl of noodles? Oklahoma City has a remarkably robust Italian food scene and with World Pasta Day coming Oct. 25, there’s a perfect excuse to flock out to your favorite restaurant and enjoy all things pasta. Either new (to you) or old favorites, here are seven spots serving up dishes that […]
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Fair fight
Oklahoma Gazette was invited out to judge 15 wildly varied flavors in the 11th Annual Great TASTE of a Fair contest just before the fairgrounds opened its gates this season. From comfort foods to “what the hell is THAT?” items, there’s a cornucopia of foods on offer from deep fried to freeze dried this year. […]
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Mock it up
It’s no secret Oklahomans love to imbibe. However, for those temporarily or indefinitely sober residents, options at bars and restaurants are often limited to water or something out of a soda gun. Many restaurants and bars are adding a roster of zero-proof drinks on their menus, including handcrafted mocktails and alcohol-free beers. Whether you’re the […]
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Grab and go
While the temperatures haven’t completely cooled off, hope is on the horizon. For those who love food and like it hot, Aug. 31 is National Eat Outside Day, and there’s no better way to celebrate than with one of Oklahoma City’s many amazing food trucks. There are far too many amazing mobile eateries to list […]
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Step outside the border
When you’re craving flavors that Tex Mex can’t fix, Oklahoma City is home to a number of locally and nationally beloved Latin-American establishments that offer a variety of authentic dishes from areas across the map. Here are seven places serving a myriad of dishes from countries south (and east) of the border. Cafe Kacao 405-602-2883 […]
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Gazedibles: Cajun Flavors
Oklahoma City may not be famous for its Creole cookin’, but a few noble standouts have long been changing the game. Fried catfish, collards, gumbo, meatloaf, and jambalaya can be found throughout the city that are transportive enough to make you think you traveled straight to the streets of New Orleans. Cajun Corner […]
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Gazedibles: Satisfying Salads
When the summer days are long and hot, a cool salad takes a backseat only to ice water in terms of refreshment. Nearly limitless in terms of combinations as well as nutritious and delicious, here are seven places in Oklahoma City to find a bountiful bowl. The Joinery 405-702-7657 • 121 E Sheridan Ave. ctbokc.com/the-joinery […]
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Gazedibles: Just poke it
Poke bowls — a raw fish salad originating in Hawaii — entered the mainstream a few years ago. Poke means “to slice or cut” in Hawaiian, referring to chunks of raw, marinated fish tossed over rice and topped with vegetables and flavorful sauces. While we’re far away from the islands, when the hot days call […]
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Gazedibles: Charcuterie summer
Patio season is officially here for the next several months. For those who grew up in the ‘Lunchable age,’ the adult version of the snack tray holds a particular allure. Thin slices of chilled salami and capicola next to triangles of gooey brie and swirls of rosy prosciutto, artfully placed perfectly on a fancy wood […]
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Gazedibles: Hamburger Season
Whether single or stacked with patties, caramelized or char-broiled, crowned with crazy toppings or simply a slice of cheese, the hamburger in its endless variations stands the test of time to remain a steadfast American favorite. May 28, which falls during Memorial Day weekend, is National Hamburger Day, and kicks off the summer barbecue season. […]