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2/1/2012 12:00:00 AM
Playing with your food is an art form at these restaurants where customers enjoy DIY dining and one-of-a-kind experiences!
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Kristina Light
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1/1/2012 12:00:00 AM
Cupcakeries are sprinkled all over the Kansas City Metro, their frost-swirled window displays putting a sugarplum sparkle in the eyes of children and grownups alike.
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Wendy Connelly
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9/27/2011 12:00:00 AM
Juicy, gooey, sticky, sweet, classic... is there anything quite as decadent as a delicious caramel apple in the fall? It's an autumn tradition as classic as watching "It's the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown," and we've rounded up the best of the best candied apples in Kansas City!
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Kristina Light
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7/20/2011 12:00:00 AM
Good old fashioned tuna sandwiches, gourmet paninis, authentic German brats, handmade Irish sandwiches, Greek gyros, and the classic burnt end sandwich served up with tangy KC Bar-B-Q sauce... whatever your sandwich preference, KC's restaurants dish up the best of the best!
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Kristina Light
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7/5/2011 12:00:00 AM
July is National Hot Dog Month and we're celebrating with your guide to the BEST Hot Dogs in Kansas City and a special visit from the Oscar Mayer Wienermobile in celebration of its 75th Birthday!
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Kristina Light
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5/1/2011 12:00:00 AM
Little girls, and girls at heart LOVE tea parties! Kansas City's tea rooms all offer unique experiences for tea party lovers. Each tea room has its own style presenting an unforgettable experience for ladies of all generations.
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Kristina Light
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Tea Parties in Kansas City
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3/15/2011 12:00:00 AM
Frozen yogurt is the new treat of choice these days, and with so many benefits, one can understand why. According to www.Essortment.com, this deliciously, guilt-free sensation improves the body’s natural defenses, contains protein, calcium, riboflavin and B-12, and aids in food digestion and preventing stomach infections. So what are you waiting for? Grab your family or friends and enjoy some frozen yogurt today!
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Marisa Frymire
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2/25/2011 12:00:00 AM
Pancakes are an American breakfast tradition. No matter your pancake preference, Kansas City's cooks are flipping the best and FASTEST flapjacks around! Discover the Biggest, Silliest, Healthiest, and Tastiest Pancakes in town!
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Kristina Light
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12/1/2010 12:00:00 AM
It’s a Friday night; my husband is out of town on business—again (sigh). There are three who are 3 and under to feed and I have absolutely no energy to cook. What’s a mom to do? Well, I can’t lie--this mom was tempted to get out the fish sticks and green beans for the umpteenth time in a row, until I thought of a more appetizing alternative (literally)—Stone Canyon Pizza. If you are lucky enough to live near one of these restaurants, go. If you don’t, they’re worth the drive. There are two locations, one in downtown Parkville, one in Gladstone and one in Zona Rosa.
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Erin Davis
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11/2/2010 12:00:00 AM
Kansas City's favorite restaurants know the way to our hearts with the sweet flavor of pumpkin and a sprinkle of cinnamon and nutmeg as our Fall Favorites grace their menus once again!
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KC Parent Staff and Readers
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11/1/2010 12:00:00 AM
That loveable blue barbarian, Cookie Monster, celebrates his birthday in November. In honor of his birthday, we’ve put together a list of great places around KC to get some yummy cookies. Me want cookies!
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Kristina Light
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10/1/2010 12:00:00 AM
Frozen yogurt is the treat of choice these days. So what are you waiting for? Grab your family or friends and enjoy some frozen yogurt today at some of these shops popping up all over KC.
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Marisa Frymire
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10/1/2010 12:00:00 AM
October is National Pizza Month! Kansas Citians love their pizza... if you're looking for the Best of the Best for every appetite, check out our guide to great Pizza Pies!
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Kristina Light
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9/1/2010 12:00:00 AM
Whether you’re looking for the perfect after dinner treat or a gift that’s sure to tingle the taste buds, we’ve rated our top local candy stores to make you sweet on Kansas City.
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Taylor Engler
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7/19/2010 12:00:00 AM
July is National Hot Dog Month and we're celebrating with a little history of the Hot Dog and your guide to the BEST Hot Dogs in Kansas City!
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KC Parent Staff
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7/1/2010 12:00:00 AM
Discover creative and practical tips so your family can enjoy the luxury of dining out without breaking the bank!
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Elizabeth Welter
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Kid Friendly Restaurants in Kansas City
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3/10/2010 12:00:00 AM
St. Patrick's Day is just around the corner, so why not take the family out to a delicious meal of Fish 'n Chips, Shepherd's Pie, Corned Beef & Cabbage, or Irish Stew at one of Kansas City's authentic Irish Restaurants?
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Kristina Light
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Irish in KC
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2/19/2010 12:00:00 AM
We all dream of perfect little cherubs dining politely, but reality is often far from it. Bring your own Restaurant Survival Kit to create an enjoyable night of Family Dining.
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Kristina Light
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Restaurant Survival Guide
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2/4/2010 12:00:00 AM
Your Guide to FREE (or nearly free) Kids' Meals in Kansas City! Enjoy an affordable night of family friendly dining everyone will love!
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Kansas City Parent Magazine Staff
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11/1/2009 12:00:00 AM
For better or worse, dining out is the American way. Parents shoehorn dinner in between their work schedules and children’s extracurriculars. Often that means grabbing a bite at the drive-through. But David Zinczenko, author of Eat This, Not That! For Kids, says that’s a problem. Restaurant fare is big on calories, fat and sodium, making it a major player in a host of children’s weight-related issues. Overweight kids are at greater risk than ever for problems like diabetes, heart problems and asthma, among others. Luckily, there are ways to make healthy choices even at your favorite eatery.
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Claire M. Caterer
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