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Fit For a King
Tomorrow is a big moment for Kansas City. We are opening an entirely new airport that firmly thrusts this city into the 21st century. By any measure, it seems tired that a brand new airport would keep the boring name of the old one. Especially, when we have an opportunity to name it for an oft-overlooked artisan who is responsible for putting Kansas City on the map.
A Chance Encounter
It seems that everyone in Kansas City has a Patrick Mahomes story and in that regard, I guess I am no exception. This may not be the best Mahomes story that you have ever read, or your favorite. However, it’s my favorite because, well it’s mine. What it may in fact be is the first Patrick Mahomes story that any Kansas Citian has ever had, and that’s why it must be told.
Devan’s Dozen: BBQ Sandwiches Edition
I have ranked the BBQ joints and their sauces but now I tread into new territory - the specialty sandwich! It is hard to believe but 25 years ago, the BBQ specialty sandwich was largely unheard of but due to the creation of the Z-Man and its popularity, nearly every restaurant has at least one specialty handheld they are known for. These are my Top 12 in the city.
KCRW 2023: A Preview
Every January, for 10 glorious days, the Kansas City restaurant community bands together to offer “affordable, adventurous dining” for all. As an added caveat, a portion of all proceeds always are donated to a worthwhile local cause. With the KC Restaurant Week menus starting to be released and so many options, here’s a few recommendations. Last year, I did a review of KCRW. This year, I offer a preview.
2Q23: Year of the Pit
This time of year is often a time of reflection and to take stock of everything that the year has brought, but also one to look ahead and set a direction for the coming year. 2023 is going to be a bit more intentional with what disKCovery chooses to cover and in this open letter, I talk about where disKCovery came from and about where it’s going in the coming year.
FCS: Best of 2022
Every year brings its own path of discovery. 2022 was not only a big year for Kansas City but for me and my own attempts to be more of a tourist in my own city. Of all the new places and things I tried this year, these were my favorites. And so once again, I bring you my end of the year Fountain City Superlatives.
Pack Mentality
If there’s one thing that I can take from my time getting to know the guys behind Wolfepack BBQ it’s that, “Barbeque is a community food.” So for this Northtown eatery, who prides itself on innovation, Wolfepack is more than a good pun. It’s an indicator of how this team approaches their craft day-in and day-out. Without their pack, nothing else would be possible.
The City Board
Earlier this year, Hasbro Gaming and Top Trumps USA announced the release of a Kansas City Edition of Monopoly for the first time in over 25 years. As someone who loves this game and loves this city, I was so excited. But quickly excitement became disappointment as I learned about the nature of property placement in these city edition games. Yet still, I held out hope that this game would be a good thing for KC. With the release of Monopoly: Kansas City Edition yesterday afternoon, this is my first look at the board.
Party in the Pit
I have long championed Kansas City’s world-class barbeque scene that makes this city the global capital of smoked meats. Getting the opportunity to attend the inaugural Party in the Pit, which featured 18 local pitmasters, reminded me that what makes this city the World Capital of BBQ goes beyond the restaurants and the offerings, it’s all about the people who are so committed to contributing to this rich history.