As temperatures climb, so do cravings for anything cold. From sweet to savory, and everything in between, Kansas City's food scene has almost all palates covered.
Juneteenth, which traditionally marks the day enslaved people in Texas learned they were free, was declared a federal holiday last year. Food traditions have grown with the holiday, and there are plenty of ways to honor Juneteenth with Kansas City chefs and restaurants.
Restaurant goers are eager to support their local eateries, even as COVID-19 cases surge in Kansas City. Restaurants have been hit particularly hard throughout the pandemic, and many are still dealing with staffing shortages.
From hand-pulled noodles delivered by cat robots to a pick-it-yourself Mongolian grill, KCUR’s food critics and listeners offer suggestions for Kansas City restaurants your kids will love.
Segment 2, beginning at 29:49: Suggestions for a complete day of Super Bowl feasting!
The predicted cold front descending on the metro may put the kibosh on firing up the grill or maybe you need some sides to go with your main course. The Food Critics are loaded with recommendations of area eateries with takeout options to save the day!
Danielle Lehman, host of the Open Belly podcast and creator of Curbside KC
Carlton Logan, co-administrator of the “Kansas City Eats” Facebook group
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