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Chuck Munson

What is Kansas City’s Signature Food (After Barbecue)

Several decades ago, when I was living in the Washington, DC area, a local radio …

Chuck Munson

Papu’s Cafe: Fabulous Middle Eastern in a Gas Station

Excellent Mediterranean grill located inside a gas station in Waldo. Love their falafel wraps!

Chuck Munson

Kansas City-area restaurants you’ll never eat at again, part 3

In my third installment of visiting bygone Kansas City restaurants, I look at Chutes, Waldo Astoria, Mrs. Peters Chicken Dinners, Italian Gardens and other family favorites. Look for future installments soon!

Chuck Munson

Lulu’s Thai Noodle Shop

Lulu’s has been one of my regular stops for spicy vegetarian dishes for the past 15 years. These days, we frequently visit their Westwood, Kansas location. Lulu’s has a special “No Meat” menu with over 14 entrees and many vegetarian sides.

Chuck Munson

Mud Pie Vegan Bakery

Mud Pie isn’t just a fabulous vegan bakery, it’s a Kansas City coffeehouse institution. Two locations, one 39th Street and in Overland Park.

Chuck Munson

Which Cuisines Does Kansas City Lack?

Kansas Citians have their favorites cuisines and food concepts, but love to try new things. Which cuisines does Kansas City lack?

Kansas City Restaurant History

Bygone KC Restaurants 3

In my third installment of visiting bygone Kansas City restaurants, I look at Chutes, Waldo Astoria, Mrs. Peters Chicken Dinners, Italian Gardens and other family favorites.

Bygone KC Restaurants 2

In my second installment of visiting bygone Kansas City restaurants, I look at Joe’s Barn, Stephenson’s Apple Farm Restaurant, EBT, Whisker Rivey’s and other family favorites.

Bygone KC Restaurants 1

Annie’s Santa Fe, KC Masterpiece, Mama Tio’s, Putsch’s Cafeteria

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