Three words made La Baguette Bistro’s Michel Buthion leave France for Oklahoma in 1979. “A wild woman,” he said. Buthion made life-changing connections when students from Oklahoma University visited France during a summer exchange program. Later, when he and a friend were traveling from Paris to Singapore, the pair decided to take a detour to […]
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Gazedibles: Cured meats
Long before refrigeration, curing meat and cheese — along with pickling vegetables — was the best way to preserve products. Luckily for us, the process also creates more flavor. Check the best selection of charcuterie and cheese plates at these seven restaurants. By Jacob Threadgill with provided and Gazette / file photos Stella Modern Italian […]
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Gazedibles: Stateside surprises
Apple pie is from England and ketchup was invented in China, so two foods that are associated with the U.S. are not from here. To celebrate the country’s independence, we are highlighting foods that are actually from the good ol’ U.S. of A. By Jacob Threadgill with provided photos Scottie’s Deli 427 NW 23rd St. […]
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Gazedibles: Tomato fresh
April is a celebration of Florida tomatoes all month, and April 6 is National Fresh Tomato Day. Get a jump on celebrating the tomato at these seven restaurants. By Jacob Threadgill with photos Gazette / file and provided La Baguette Bistro 7408 N. May Ave. labaguettebistro.com | 405-840-3047 Is there a better dish in the […]
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Gazedibles: Decadent desserts
Restaurant desserts can be a tricky proposition. Often you can find the same flourless chocolate cake or Key lime pie across menus as restaurateurs place more emphasis on quickly turning tables than customers enjoying another item. These seven restaurants offer something special for an after-dinner treat. By Jacob Threadgill | Photos by Jacob Threadgill and […]
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Gazedibles: Sizzling solstice
Rococo Restaurant & Fine Wine 2824 N. Pennsylvania Ave. rococo-restaurant.com 405-528-2824 Perhaps it doesn’t have the same cache as Rococo’s famous crab cake or Love Salad, but the lobster roll, which was added to the menu full-time in 2017, is summer on a roll. Rococo’s version pushes fresh Maine lobster to the forefront; it’s not […]
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OKG Shop: Mum’s the word
Not much is absolutely certain in this world, but one thing we can guarantee is that everyone reading this has had a mother. If you are lucky enough to still have a mom or motherly figure in your life, then you should already know how important it is to show your appreciation. With Mother’s Day […]