Joe’s Kansas City-Style Brisket You Can Make at Home

Joe's Kansas City brisket sandwich

Brisket has been a constant in author and “Project Smoke,” host Steven Raichlen’s life and now he wants to show you exactly how to get the most out of the versatile cut in his latest book, “The Brisket Chronicles.” “I didn’t grow up in Texas and Kansas City. I didn’t learn to smoke at my…

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The Campground’s Gimlet Wants You To Play With Your Gin

The Campground's Gimlet

True adventurers wrestle the essence of nature into a lowball glass and drink their victory. The Campground, the pocket bar that grew into an established love letter to the outdoors, opened in the West Bottoms this past December. “We got inspired by other people doing fun things,” co-owner Christopher Ciesiel said. “We just happened to…

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Is Pie the Sweet Dessert Spirit Animal of Kansas City?

Bess Truman's Lemon Ice Box Pie

The meal is over. The dishes are in the sink. What are you serving for dessert, Kansas City? “What’s the quintessential Kansas City dessert? Something we’ve really been known for over the years,” was the #curiousKC question that sparked this sweet odyssey. While searching for the answer to what completes a meal, it made sense…

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This foolproof French toast recipe guarantees crisp slices

This America's Test Kitchen French toast recipe

This foolproof French toast recipe guarantees crisp, custardy slices by keeping things simple. Stale bread is standard, but we got better (and more efficient) results from oven-dried slices. [FLEX-CONTENT] For the batter, we beat milk, egg yolks, and melted butter for an indulgent coating; brown sugar, vanilla, and cinnamon added warm, sweet flavors. After soaking…

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