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A Pig on the Patio……

Jeanie — Wed, 09 May 2012 15:53:28 +0000

Looking beyond Mother’s Day for a fun eating out occasion? Definitely mark May 27th on your calendar and help Story celebrate their one year anniversary with a pig roast on the patio in Prairie Village. Check the restaurant’s website (http://www.storykc.com/events/) for information on this and other upcomng events.

Each month Cafe Trio challenges the bartenders to come up with a special concoction to be chosen for the cocktail of the month. The winner for May is bartender Kenny Cohrs and his creation, “The George Washington”. Kenny started with Grey Goose Cherry Noir Vodka and added Cherry Herring liquer, a splash of Whiskey Barrel bitters and Trio’s own agave syrup and Grenadine.

Happy Spring Dining,

Jeanie

Story in Space and Star

Jeanie — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 23:45:53 +0000

The March 2012 issue of Spaces Magazine features Story’s Chef Carl Thorne-Thomsen at home. In the article, Chef Carl shares his family’s kitchen, his food philosophy and recipes for some of Story’s popular items. Stop by the restaurant to pick up your copy.

Carl also shares his special spaetzle recipe in the 2-26 Kansas City Star Magazine’s Last Bite column.

Happy Dining,

Jeanie

Garrelts up for James Beard Best Chef

Jeanie — Tue, 21 Feb 2012 18:48:49 +0000

Colby Garrelts of bluestem is once again being recognized for his outstanding contribution to the region’s culinary scene as a nominee for Best Chef Midwest by the James Beard Foundation. Covering all aspects of the industry—from chefs and restaurateurs to cookbook authors and food journalists to restaurant designers and architects and more—the Beard Awards are the highest honor for food and beverage professionals working in North America. The awards are presented each spring at Avery Fisher Hall at Lincoln Center. Nominees and winners are fêted at a weekend of events in New York City that has become the social and gastronomic highlight of the year.  The 2012 award winners will be announced on May 7. Way to go Colby - a well deserved honor!!

Broadmoor Bistro Guest Chef Dinner

Jeanie — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 23:02:58 +0000

Tom Condron of The Liberty in Charlotte, North Carolina, will be the featured Guest Chef at the Broadmooor Bistro on January 24th. The evening event offers five amazing courses of Chef Condron’s renowned cuisine. The cost is $50 per person and all proceeds benefit Broadmoor’s Student Scholarship Fund. Seating is limited so make your reservations soon. Chef Condron’s bio, the menu and reservation information can be found at www.broadmoorbistro.org.

Gift Certificates No Longer for Sale

Jeanie — Sat, 31 Dec 2011 20:11:34 +0000

After 8 1/2 years of proudly promoting Kansas City’s locally owned restaurants, we decided to close our “doors” and stop selling gift certificates as of December 31, 2011. We will keep KansasCityMenus online and our office open until June 30, 2012, to provide service during the period of time that the most recently sold gift certificates are available for redemption. You will still be able to check out restaurant menus and happenings on our Blog through the end of June.

My stepson partners, Nate and Mike Schmidt, were recently chosen from hundreds of applicants for TechStars, a prestigious Seattle tech mentoring program. Their innovative concept, DealCoop.com (http://dealcoop.com), provides local publishers and organizations who have large email lists or a large online audience, with the tools to create and be successful at daily deal marketing. They will now be focusing all their energy in that direction.

I have lived through many exciting openings and sad closings. I have loved the relationships with the restaurateurs and all of you, many who have been our loyal customers since we first appeared online in 2003.

Thank you for giving our small, family business the vote of confidence when we began designing websites, created a strong Internet presence for locally owned restaurants and first brought the discount gift certificate concept to Kansas City.

Happy Dining,

Jeanie Cerne Schmidt

Half Off All Remaining Gift Certificates!

Jeanie — Thu, 08 Dec 2011 18:59:30 +0000

Now is a great time to snag a gift certificate for holiday giving- especially since all are now on sale for half price! There are still lots of choices from bbq and pizza to steak and jazz. There isn’t an easier gift that is appreciated by all - even the most difficult to please on your list. Check it out now!

Happy Holiday Dining!

Jeanie

Around the Town….

Jeanie — Thu, 01 Dec 2011 22:20:08 +0000

Story has added a Thursday night Happy Hour from 4:30-6:30. Enjoy a half priced featured entree and drink specials all day. This cool hapenning joins the already popular Sunday Night at Story where diners can feast on a select $10 entree and bottle of wine.

Look forward to a Holiday Tea at bluestem on December 17. Sip fine teas and nibble delicious pastries and delicate sandwiches created by Chef Megan Garrelts. Seatings are between 11:00 and 1:00 and reservations are required at 816-561-1101. Adult guests are $25 and childen under 10 are $12.50.

Don’t forget Wednesday Night Table at the bluebird! A four course dinner plus wine selections are served communally every week. Reservations are not necessary as long as space is available.

Make your reservations now for holiday dinner celebrations. Many of our restaurants have a special evening planned for a lovely and memorable Chistmas Eve and a festive and happy New Year’s Eve. Call your favorite restaurant today to find out what is in store and reserve your place.

Looking for a great place to host a luncheon or dinner? Start your research with our Catering and Private Dining Guide and see where you can rent private rooms for small or large groups or even reserve the entire restaurant.

Happy Holiday Dining,

Jeanie

Bluestem Cookbook!

Jeanie — Mon, 31 Oct 2011 14:56:51 +0000

bluestem the Cookbook - In this beautifully laid-out , 312 page hardcover book, James Beard nominated Chef Colby Garrelts and wife, Megan, share their culinary techniques and 100 seasonal recipes highlighting Midwestern ingredients and artisanal producers. Featuring helpful tips from a professional kitchen, wine notes and color photographs that capture the simple beauty of the dishes, bluestem the Cookbook will enable cooks of all levels to replicate Megan and Colby’s fresh contemporary taste.

Order for $45 plus tax and shipping from Andrews and McMeel, www.andrewsmcmeel.com. And check the bluestem website for upcoming cookbook signing events.

Happy Dining,

Jeanie

Culinary Homecoming

Jeanie — Mon, 17 Oct 2011 21:49:00 +0000

The Broadmooor Bistro is hosting an event on October 25th that you will not want to miss! To honor the 10th year of the program, successful alumni chefs are returning to share preparation of a special five course dinner. Enjoy the creative talents of Joe West, Brad Kilgore and Justin Hoffiman who will be working with Starker’s Owner/Chef John McClure. This unique dining experience is yours for only $50 and reservations are required. Reserve your seat at www.broadmoorbistro.org.

Happy Dining,

Jeanie

Think Pink!

Jeanie — Sun, 02 Oct 2011 17:37:15 +0000

Story is hosting a benefit for Back in The Swing and Gilda’s Club. Join in the party October 13th from 6-8pm with live music under the clocktower near Story. Celebrate all weekend long with your Think Pink card to receive special merchant offers. Story will offer $5 Think Pink-Tinis and 20% off lunch or brunch entrees to cardholders. Donate $10 to receive your Think Pink card and 100% of the proceeds stay in Kansas City to benefit Back in the Swing and Gilda’s Club. Purchase your card at Story, The Prairie Village Merchant’s Association Office or at the Think Pink Table the night of the event. Invite some friends and enjoy a great night out for two great causes.