Although Oklahoma’s statehood wasn’t until November of 1907, the state holiday Oklahoma Day’s official date is celebrated April 22. While we may be the lowest-ranking state regarding some of the more important public matters, it’s hard to argue our beautiful state doesn’t have some of the most iconic and timeless comfort cuisines. Saddle up to […]
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Spring tea-ing
Whether you like it or not, there is no denying spring has sprung. The flowers are blooming, the weather is unpredictable, and the tea is steeping. With the change in seasons, it’s also time to swap your coffee shop order and trade in hot lattes for herbal and floral teas. Here are seven places to […]
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Gazedibles: Saint Patios Day
Saint Patrick’s Day, the world-renowned drinking holiday, is so last week. Literally. However, with the increasingly warmer weather, here’s a new excuse to day drink: Saint Patios Day. While the US Department Of Commerce hasn’t caught wind of this newfound holiday yet, here are seven places with booze, food and immaculate patio vibes to help […]
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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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Still the one
For the first time in history, spirits have surpassed beer sales. In 2022, 42.1 percent of all alcohol sales came from liquor, while brewing accounted for 41.9 percent, according to the U.S. Distilled Spirits Council. While Oklahoma is relatively new to the spirits scene, here’s a glance at some of the distilleries competing for market […]
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Gazedibles: Beware the Ides of March
The year is 44 BC. You’re famed and feared leader Julius Caesar, and you receive a warning from a soothsayer: “Beware the Ides of March.” Ignoring bad omens and your wife’s pleas, you head to the Senate. Upon arrival, your friend distracts you while senators pull out their forks and fatally stab you. All right, […]
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Gazedibles: Flip flip, hooray!
Whether you like your hot cakes with or without syrup, early in the morning or late at night, there’s surely a flapjack for you. Celebrate National Pancake Day on Feb. 28 by indulging in a breakfast delicacy on this sweet day. Cafe Kacao (405) 602-2883 • 3325 N. Classen Blvd. cafekacao.com Perhaps Oklahoma’s best Latin […]
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Bring your appetite
It’s a necessity, a joy, sometimes a luxury, often too scarce, a chameleon that takes different shapes in different cultures and contexts, and the subject of Oklahoma Contemporary’s latest exhibit: food. The Art of Food: From the Collections of Jordan D. Schnitzer and His Family Foundation will be on display from Feb. 2 through May […]
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Court cuisine
Pretzels, pizza slices, and other on-the-go snacks have long been favored within the bustling food court hearts of American shopping malls. Quick meals, however, tend to lack soul. They might make an impression for a moment, but the moment dissipates too soon, encouraging shoppers to move on with their day. Malls are designed to function […]
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Home cooking
Jonnie Holmes was told she couldn’t sell her jams and jellies made in her home kitchen without having several of her products tested by the Oklahoma State Department of Health. Holmes, the owner of Jake’s Jams in Tulsa, was spending $225 per test for each flavor to have the Department of Health approve the products […]