Shortcut to shortcake greatness
Our shortcake recipe uses half-and-half and swaps in brown sugar for half of the white sugar, which gives the shortcake a slightly caramel note.
Doctor devises a winner for wine pairing
New west side restaurant will offer 'novel American' cuisine
In new book, Michael Pollan explores basics of cooking, eating
Chefs’ beer dinners become more than a marketing tool
Santa Fe Chicken recipe means no frying, no fuss
Dad hands down his passion for good food
Ink Bar Guide
The definitive guide to your favorite watering holes, from packed pubs to under-the-radar dives.
The Star's Restaurant Guide
Search The Star's restaurant dining guide by type of cuisine, location, vegetarian options and more, then link with the restaurant's website to check out complete menus.
Your $5 Lunch Guide
Browse more than 50 local spots that dish up delicious fare for $5 or less.
Food Trucks in Kansas City
Restaurants
Pie Five Pizza Co. to enter the market with an Overland Park location
The Pie Five Pizza Co. - which sells individual pizzas made to order and cooked in five minutes - has picked a place for its first area location. Pie Five plans to open later this summer at 13366 Metcalf Ave., Overland Park.
Co-founder of two Frida’s restaurants in Overland Park to open new concept in Gladstone
Ivan Marquez has built a strong following with two Overland Park restaurants, one full-service, the other fast-casual. Now he’s expanding with a third concept. But this one is on the other side of the metro, in Gladstone.
Chow Town
Pie Five Pizza Co. to enter the market with an Overland Park location
The Pie Five Pizza Co. - which sells individual pizzas made to order and cooked in five minutes - has picked a place for its first area location. Pie Five plans to open later this summer at 13366 Metcalf Ave., Overland Park.
In praise of Mark Bittman
I loved Jill Silva’s interview with Mark Bittman in the Star magazine June 9.
Come Into My Kitchen
Doctor devises a winner for wine pairing
Maureen Dudgeon of Kansas City won a cookie contest with this recipe for Portofignos, a chocolate sable with port-soaked figs and salted walnuts.
Dad hands down his passion for good food
When Ryan Hopkins makes meals for his family, everyone tastes the love. The family of five savors the ritual of eating together, and they all share cooking duties, with Hopkins serving as head chef. “Everyone has a part to play in the kitchen,” he says.
Eating for Life
Santa Fe Chicken recipe means no frying, no fuss
The Star’s Santa Fe Chicken is another way to get the delectable crispy crunch of fried chicken while skipping the fat (and mess) of frying. Multigrain tortilla chips provide a crumb crust while low-fat buttermilk helps the pieces adhere to lean, skinless, boneless chicken breasts.
Sustainably fished swordfish is good for you and the environment
Choose sustainable swordfish for your health and the health of the environment. The Star’s Grilled Swordfish Rolls are an excellent source of selenium, niacin and vitamin B12, as well as a good source of zinc.
Cooking 101
Cooking 101 | Chilled Avocado Soup
Chilled soup can be the focus of a light lunch or a warmup for other Mexican fare.
Spring salad has a green surprise
Julie Groshong loves asparagus. But the student chef at Johnson County Community College knows the delicate spring vegetable doesn’t make everyone’s favorites list. So sometimes she disguises it, as in this salad that uses thinly shaved asparagus ribbons.
Cityscape
Pie Five Pizza Co. to enter the market with an Overland Park location
The Pie Five Pizza Co. - which sells individual pizzas made to order and cooked in five minutes - has picked a place for its first area location. Pie Five plans to open later this summer at 13366 Metcalf Ave., Overland Park.
Co-founder of two Frida’s restaurants in Overland Park to open new concept in Gladstone
Ivan Marquez has built a strong following with two Overland Park restaurants, one full-service, the other fast-casual. Now he’s expanding with a third concept. But this one is on the other side of the metro, in Gladstone.
