Mother’s Day Brunches in Kansas City 2010

Mother’s Day Brunches in Kansas City 2010


Treat Mom this Mother’s Day to one of Kansas City’s great brunches. Here is a list of a few in the area.
We have reservations for Renee Kelly’s at Caenen Castle. I can’t wait to tell you all about.
Enjoy!

Grand Street Café
9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Brunch Buffet with Carving Stations
Adults $24.95
Children 12 and under $10.95
http://www.grandstreetcafe.com/
Call for reservations: 816-561-8000
4740 Grand Street
Kansas City, MO

Ophelia’s
11:00 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Brunch Buffet
Adults $28.00
Children 12 and under $ 12.00
http://www.opheliasind.com
Call for reservations: 816-461-4525
205 N. Main
Independence, MO 64050

bluestem
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Mother’s Day Tea Saturday, May 8th. Enjoy an afternoon of sipping fine teas with delicate parties and tea sandwiches.
Seating’s at 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m.
$25 per person and $7.00 children under 10.

Mother’s Day Brunch Sunday, May 9th 10:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
ala carte brunch menu and Sunday brunch specialties.
Please inquire about pricing and reservations.
900 Westport Road
Kansas City, MO
816-561-1101
http://www.kansascitymenus.com/bluestem/?page_id=26

The Bristol
10:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Brunch Buffet
Adults $21.95
Children $12.95
Call for reservations: 816-448-6007
http://www.bristolseafoodgrill.com/menus/brunch/162.pdf
51 E. 14th St
Kansas City, MO 64106

Renee Kelly’s at Caenen Castle
Ala Carte Pricing
Call for reservations 913-631-4100
http://www.reneekellys.com/events.html
12401 Johnson Drive
Shawnee, KS 66216

Lidia’s
10:30 – 2:00
3 Course Brunch
$26.00 Per Person
Call for reservations 816-221-3722
http://www.lidias-kc.com/
101 W. 22nd St
Kansas City, MO 64108

Room 39 Mission Farms Location
10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Ala Carte Pricing
Call for Reservations 913-648-7639
http://www.rm39.com/menus/specialmf.pdf
10561 Mission Rd
Leawood, KS 66206

Hereford House (Independence Location Only)
11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Brunch Buffet
Adult $21.95
Children under 12 $10.95
Call for reservations: 816-795-9200
19721 East Jackson Drive
Independence, MO 64057

A Limoncello Experience

A Limoncello Experience

When it comes to Italian in Kansas City there is only one name at the top of that list and it is of course Jasper’s. With Zagat saying it is the “Best Italian Restaurant in Kansas City” and giving it the distinct honor of being one of the “Top Ten Italian Restaurants in America” along with numerous other awards, you know it is the place to go!

Jasper himself has become a nationally acclaimed chef. He has made guest chef appearances at The James Beard House in L.A., New York, Milan, and Paris. He has been written about by every major newspaper and magazine including Laudes by USA Today, New York Times, Midwest Living, and Italy’s Cucina. When dining in Kansas City, Jasper’s has become a must visit for many.

Jasper has also been making his own Limoncello for many years and is credited for bringing the liqueur to Kansas City over 25 years ago and that is what I am here to tell you about.

Okay so what is not to love about this dangerously smooth concoction? Vodka, Lemon, Sugar, it is an artisanal masterpiece! I cannot wait to learn how to make this. Keep reading to get the scoop.

You are invited to join Jasper for A Limoncello Experience where he is going to take that liquid gold and make a whole Limoncello menu with it.

Jasper’s “A Limoncello Experience” is going to include a Limoncello demonstration and multi course small plate tasting as you have never tasted before.

You will experience Limoncello in a unique menu that includes:
Springtime antipasta, Limoncello bread,
Artisan pasta in a Limoncello cream sauce,
Limoncello Shrimp and a never before experienced handcrafted gelato & tort,
All served with Jasper’s own Artisanal Limoncello Liqueur.

A to die for tasting…A Limoncello Experience at Jasper’s this is one event not to be missed!

Monday, May 3, 2010

7:00 p.m.

Make Reservations today! Call 816.941.6600

$45.00 per person plus tax and gratuity

Tax $4.50

Gratuity $9.75

Total $59.25

Registration & Reservations by credit card guarantee only.
NO REFUNDS!

A registration form can also be found online at Jasper’s http://www.jasperskc.com/limoncello.html

Besides “A Limoncello Experience” Jasper will be hosting a number of events throughout the year and I just got wind of one called “A Canolli Experience.” My mouth is watering just thinking about that crispy shell and that sweet filling combination a canolli has and wondering what magnificent touches Jasper will put on those already perfect little gems. I cannot wait for that! Stayed tuned for details!

Don’t Miss “A Limoncello Experience.” Register today!

And as always if you think there is something I am missing in the KC food scene, Email me

In Good Taste,

Sharm

Cupcake Ala Mode ~ Kansas City

Cupcake Ala Mode ~ Kansas City



Cupcake A La Mode

What a cute and yummy store!
We stumbled upon this while out at the Park Place shopping center in Leawood. I couldn’t resist getting my great niece Kennedy her first cupcake even though she is only 11 months old. It was just so girly and pink and perfectly sweet! Just like her!

Since the writing of this post the Leawood store has closed but the Country Club Plaza location is open.


When you first walk in to Cupcake A La Mode it has the feel of a classy and chic boutique and then when you see the case of those heavenly cupcakes you know you are in for a treat.

With over 15 flavors to choose from we had a bit of a dilemma on our hands. But after much deliberation we chose a variety: the French Vanilla OOH LAH LAH, the Peanut Butter Kiss and the Pink Lemonade. They also have gourmet coffee creations so a Vanilla Latte was added to go along.


The cupcakes are moist and delicious.

I can’t wait to go back and try some of the other flavors.

Don’t miss out on this treat, it is the perfect cure for when that sweet tooth starts aching!

http://www.cupcakealamode.com/

Country Club Plaza, MO

4639 Wornall Road

Kansas City, MO 6411

(816) 960-1911

And as always if you think there is something I am missing in the KC food scene, Email me

In Good Taste,
Sharm
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The Westside Local

The Westside Local


The Westside Local is the best of both worlds. Whether you are looking for the social setting of a local tavern or wanting a more trendy upscale dining experience, at a reasonable price The Westside Local will foot the bill.

This place is so good we went twice in one day.

We were there in the early afternoon and had the Summit Burger with garlic fries. I think it was the best burger and fries I have ever eaten! The burger was juicy, the fries were crisp with just a hint of garlic. The burger came with homemade pickles and homemade ketchup, so delish! For only $2 more you can get a fresh salad so I chose the roasted beet salad. It was amazing as well. The beets were perfectly cooked and just the right amount of sweetness to offset the saltiness of the goat cheese. We sat out in the beer garden enjoying the sun and weather, that in and of itself was a treat after this cold winter we have had. We had plans to meet some friends at the Screenland which is right nearby and had to bid farewell to our wonderful waiter Jason.

As luck would have it we were hungry again a few hours later and still nearby so we got to go back! This time we were inside the dining room, which has a quaint upscale feel. We were so glad Jason was still around to take care of us. He brought us the most amazing olives I have ever tasted called Castelvetrono olives. Of course the burger was so good we just had to have it again and also tried the special quinoa dish for the evening. It had quinoa, mushrooms, and walnuts; it was full of flavor.

My favorite thing about The Westside Local is that the reasonably-priced menu is compiled of rustic, seasonal cuisine using as many local ingredients as possible. There is even a small garden at the restaurant where they grow a variety of vegetables, herbs and micro greens to use in the dishes. I am a big fan of eating local, it just tastes better and everything is fresh and full of flavor.

One more thing, the beer! The Westside Local offers a wide variety of Craft Beers and they are a superb companion to the food. Each of their edibles is matched with a suggested beer, thoughtfully chosen to enhance its flavor.

If you have not been to The Westside Local you are missing out on some great local fare. Everything I have had there from the grilled cheese to the salads is delicious.

Kansas City has an amazing array of local producers that have some of the finest ingredients around that make the dishes at The Westside Local spectacular. You must give them a try. You won’t be sorry; I promise.

Westside Local
16163 Summit Kansas City, MO 64108 816-997-9089

And as always if you think there is something I am missing in the KC food scene, Email me

In Good Taste,
Sharm
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A Fabulous (Tea)Time!

A Fabulous (Tea)Time!



Well if you didn’t make it to bluestem’s Spring Tea, you missed out!

It was spectacular, I think the pictures will speak for themselves.
My hubby and I enjoyed it very much. This tea time is definitely not just for girls.

The tea sandwiches were Smoked Salmon with Herbed Cream Cheese, Egg Salad and Grilled Turkey and Swiss and they were all delicious!

The desserts were breathtakingly beautiful and tasted even better than they looked! The platter had Brown Sugar Scones, Banana Tea Cake, Carrot Cake, Meyer Lemon Meringue Tartlets, Spiced Raisin Shortbread and Chocolate Devil’s Food.

And of course it would not be tea time without tea. There was a wonderful selection of Serendipi Teas. I had the Egyptian Chamomile with French Lavender it was delish!

I also got the chance to chat with Chef Megan and must say she is absolutely charming and so very talented.

If you missed out I am sorry, but don’t worry – there is another one coming up in May.
Saturday, May 8th Mothers Day Tea. Seating’s at 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m.
Call for reservations so you don’t miss out on this one 816-561-1101.

In Good Taste,
Sharm

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