The year 2011 brings new culinary ventures to the metro. Quality ingredients are the focus of fresh, simple dishes, from chicken to Chinese and even Guatemalan, among others. Hey, whatever turns you on. —Carol Smaglinski, photos by Mark Hancock and Shannon Cornman $$: Up to $15 $$$: $15-$30 $$$$: Above $30
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Redbud blooms
He became a household name amongst beer geeks in the state when J.D. Merryweather hired him to be Coop Ale Works’ first brewer. He left that position in September last year, and now he’s about to launch his own brewery: Redbud Brewing Company. Slated to begin distribution on Tuesday, Redbud will initially release two beers: […]
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Johnny be good
Currently, many of Johnny’s Lunch Box customers are construction workers from around the country working at the nearby Devon Energy skyscraper project. “They tell me that coming in here and eating is like having mom’s home cooking, wherever that might be,” owner Ed Strawn said. “That’s a neat deal, being able to please people from […]
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Where’s the beef?
Animals that are grass-fed are much leaner, and because of their diet, they have nutrients that are not present in meats that are grain-fed. PlumRich Beef, owned by Hans Plum and Bart Richey, is one local company that provides locally raised, grass-fed Texas longhorn meat to local retailers and restaurants, plus by arrangement to individual […]
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White water
However, price alone won’t bring you back. Fortunately, as a general rule, the quality is exceptional. “I was talking to a retailer the other day, and we had to think for quite a while before we could name a bad wine from Washington state,” said Scott Witherby, a wine rep with Premium Brands. Witherby had […]
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Cheap chow
Aja Bleu Cafe10708 N. Western607-0553 Not free, but pretty frugal, Aja Bleu Cafe offers takeaway and catering. Owner Demetria Dawson said the best bargain on her menu is the lunch cheeseburger, a good deal that comes with french fries and a lemonade for $7.50. And the wings, she says, are outstanding.$$ Soul food Pelican’s291 N. […]
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All in the family
Vito’s Ristorante7521 N. May 848-4867 Owner: Cathy Cummings Food style: traditional Italian Average price: $15 That’s what you’ll find at Vito’s Ristorante, a cozy Italian eatery owned by Cathy Cummings going on seven years. With black-and-white photos of her family on the walls and redcheckered tablecloths spread over the tables, this narrow dining room feels […]
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Bite Size
The Oklahoma Cattlewomen’s Association and the Made in Oklahoma Coalition have announced their choices for the Beef Cook-Off this Saturday in the Carriage Hall building at State Fair Park. The competition is part of the annual Oklahoma City Home & Garden Show. The cook-off will feature six statewide finalists who will prepare beef dishes in […]
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Roast with the most
It’s “big,” with tastes of blackberry and chocolate and an incredible mouthfeel. A fine wine, maybe? How about an aromatic Southern Ethiopian coffee from the highaltitude Sidama region and the Michicha village? “I love coffee. It’s my love. It’s my passion,” said Chris Holliday of Elemental Coffee Roasters. The small company has been roasting some […]
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Hot cuppa
I wouldn’t say no to some caramel, either. I have the coffee tastes of a 5-year-old. Thankfully I’m redeemed a bit by my love of tea — strong, no cream or sugar. Whether you go for coffee or tea, this is the season to indulge in both. And by indulge, I mean buy some really […]