Tyler Geohagan, Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma Indeed, families who live below the poverty line find it hard to make ends meet. Feeding America estimates 1 in 6 Oklahomans struggle with hunger. That’s where Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma’s Fresh Food Mobile Pantry steps in to offer healthy alternatives. Mobile Pantry is a pilot program […]
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OKG7seven fresh faces
If your eating routine is getting stale, freshen it up with these seven new spots for a scrumptious meal. —Jenn Scott, photos by Shannon Cornman and Mark Hancock Panang 2 14101 n. may ave. panangthaifood.com 752-8400 This authentic Thai restaurant expanded its family-owned joint, which initially opened in 2007. The second location offers the same […]
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Faking it
S&B Bloody Mary mocktail Credit: Shannon Cornman But what about for those who don’t drink? And those who refrain for the night so as to provide transportation for the imbibers? Bartenders have begun to offer intriguing selections that go beyond soda and humdrum H2O. Designated drivers, those dutiful DDs, deserve frou-frou beverages, too. While Opus […]
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Fresh faces
8014 N. Western 842-6200 This used to be the site of the former North Side Diner. At Good Gravy, it’s the chicken-fried steak and the hot beef sandwiches that are flying out the door. Only open four weeks, it serves eggs and even oatmeal for breakfast, plus omelets. For lunch, check out the bacon and […]
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Java Dave’s1433 E. Danforth, Edmond348-9933 This is the second Java Dave’s that Bruce and Mindy Baldwin have opened in Edmond. The first, 9 S. Broadway, has a cozy feel, and this new one is a small, stand-alone building that used to house Emerald City Coffee just in front of Aspen Athletic Club. Head to this […]
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Gaither-ed in song
Whereas the singer/songwriter’s first disc was acoustic, the new “Love Is Patient” finds her backed by a full band, comprised of fellow Oklahomans. To hear Gaither sing “Patient” track for track, you don’t have to have patience — just $7 and some free time, starting at 6:30 p.m. Saturday at the Bridgeway Backroom, 228 W. […]
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Fresh faces
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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Good eats
So, who’s on a diet? Yeah, that’s what we thought. But keeping that New Year’s resolution to drop a few pounds (or even a few dozen pounds) isn’t all boiled carrots and broccoli. Local restaurants can make eating right an easy choice. At Beatnix Café, 136 N.W. 13th, owner Dave Filkins strives to create sandwiches, […]