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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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 […]
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New and notable
Jeon Ju Korean Restaurant 217 S. Sooner Road, Midwest City 672-4644 In business for almost a year, Jeon Ju is where memorable meals are cooked up for customers. Once you’ve tried the beef bulgogi and its bibimbap (translated, it means “mixed rice”), you are sure to tell all of your friends. This is mom’s authentic […]
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Night owls
Who hasn’t been there? You’re just leaving an evening Thunder game or a movie and you’re hungry. And that popcorn you snacked on three hours earlier just isn’t going to cut it. Breakfast is how many hours away? Usually, late-night hunger calls for a spin through the Taco Bell drivethru (Mexican pizza, hold the beef, […]
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Head West
Foodies had their eyes on the construction under way next to the N. Western Avenue Hideaway for months. Slowly, the old Iguana location transformed into a modern building surrounded by a chic, low-walled wood patio. For sibling co-owners Rick and David Haynes, the journey from concept to opening night was even longer. Their latest venture, […]
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A shore thing
It’s safe to say that most people love dining by the water, especially Lake Hefner. Even in the winter, the Hefner Grill is a wow-worthy spot where one can relax and study the sunset. In the spring and summer, views of sailboats going by await at this easygoing, appealing place. On a recent Saturday night, […]
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Are you one of those people who just can’t cope with chopsticks? Listen up, folks: Last week I told you about the new spork. This week, it’s the plastic “Chork,” which is on the market now and was recently written up in Catersource, a magazine for professional caterers. The Chork is just what it sounds […]
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Wine on a dime
Yes, the labels don’t always make sense, at least to non-experts. They have villages and domaines, and appellations and importers, and nowhere can we find the name of the grape. French wines remain a cipher to many American shoppers conditioned to look for the name of the varietal. Some French wineries outside of traditional regions […]