The Wedge4709 N. Western 602-3477 Its antipasto is a sure winner. Wedge acquires in-season roasted beets, fennel, sweet potatoes and red potatoes that are from the community or grown in their very own garden. Talk about local! The platter holds Italian-cured meat, kalamata olives and two other perfect accompaniments: fresh mozzarella and rich and creamy […]
Smag 7
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Smag 7: At-ease appetizers
The Wedge4709 N. Western 602-3477 Its antipasto is a sure winner. Wedge acquires in-season roasted beets, fennel, sweet potatoes and red potatoes that are from the community or grown in their very own garden. Talk about local! The platter holds Italian-cured meat, kalamata olives and two other perfect accompaniments: fresh mozzarella and rich and creamy […]
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Smag 7: At-ease appetizers
The Wedge4709 N. Western 602-3477 Its antipasto is a sure winner. Wedge acquires in-season roasted beets, fennel, sweet potatoes and red potatoes that are from the community or grown in their very own garden. Talk about local! The platter holds Italian-cured meat, kalamata olives and two other perfect accompaniments: fresh mozzarella and rich and creamy […]
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Smag 7: Round the world in 7 dishes
Humble Pie Pizza1319 S. Broadway, Edmond 715-1818 Authentic pizza from New York and Chicago, owners Matthew and Joyanne Heard take pride in their pies. Customers nod approvingly at its most popular pizza, the Greek Goddess. Just recently the Heards revised their hours to do away with weekday lunches and now serve dinner Tuesday-Thursday, 4-9 p.m.; […]
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Smag 7: Someplace nice
Charleston’s Restaurant 3409 S. Broadway, Edmond 478-4949A delightful aspect of Charleston’s is the seemingly effortless way everything is done in this comfortable place. Zero in on its new 13-buck enchilada, or its attractive appetizers that are offered for half price from 4 to 7 p.m. during happy hour, one of the best-kept secrets around Edmond. […]
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Smag 7: It’s showtime!
Taste of Egypt 3604 N. May 843-3344 This restaurant actually started as a lark because owner Hesham Shafik also operates a car dealership, but he is now loving the restaurant business that opened in early August. Shafik, a native Egyptian, shows off ancient recipes featuring delicious food. Thus far, many physicians in town have loved […]
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Smag 7: Heard of these guys?
JJ’s Alley212 E. Sheridan 605-4543 Most people heading into Bricktown can’t resist the opportunity to immerse themselves in a slice of pizza. Here’s the deal: Every Tuesday from 5 to 7:30 p.m., JJ’s gives away free pizza, and they are packing them in. People get whatever the chef is cooking that night, with toppers such […]
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On a stick!
Himalayas Aroma of India 709 N. Moore, Moore 701-3900 This is off Interstate 35 on the west side. Go for the minced lamb skewers that are baked in the tandoori oven. They can kick up the spice level if you just ask. Special spices being used are coriander powder, cumin, garlic and garam masala, which […]
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Virgin territory
Italian Jim’s Restaurant 13 S. Broadway, Edmond 285-8800 What fun! Dine and watch the glassblowing going on next door in the Bella Forte studio. This restaurant is owned by Chris and Linda McGahan, who also own and operate the Yukon location. The menu will feature reliable pizza and a wedge salad, meatball sliders, pasta and […]
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Restaurant updates
Too tired to cook? The fast pace of life sure takes its toll on us. There are those who would love to fuss in the kitchen and put out a full meal, but the time crunch makes it much easier to just stop at a restaurant. Here are some updates. —Carol Smaglinski, photos by Mark […]