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

2013 Food Truck Guide

Browse through The Star's annual guide to what's new on the KC food truck scene. The 29 trucks listed here are usually on the move, so they rely heavily on social media to get the word out to customers about location, hours and specials. Links to Facebook and Twitter are included in our guide.

Restaurants

Chow Town

Come Into My Kitchen

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.

Cooking 101

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.

Last Bite

Any cheese makes an easy treat

Here’s a quick snack to make for your Super Bowl or Oscar party. Nathan Feldmiller, the chef/owner of Café Europa, says old-fashioned pimento spread on bread is a tasty, inexpensive snack when friends come over.

Chow down on local flavor

Duane Daugherty of Mr. Doggity’s Foods spices up the classic, cereal-based snack mix with loads of local flavor. Prepare this savory blend for a Super Bowl party or any gathering. Savory Addictions and Olive Tree are local companies — substitute alternate brands as desired.

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