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KC Originals Newsletter - September 2010

FEATURED RECIPE

{MONTH} RecipeLa Tapenade from Cafe Des Amis

A specialty from the south of France, this recipe will be ready in minutes, with easy-to-find ingredients. ...more info

FEATURED CHEF

{MONTH} ChefAnourom Thomson from Hereford House

When Anourom Thomson began working as an apprentice at the Hereford House location in Leawood, in 1998, little did he know that he had begun a long te...more info

Mark Your Calendars!

The Kansas Originals discount Web Certificates will go on sale Wednesday, September 8th at 10:00 AM CDT. Look for the link on our website at www.kcoriginals.com.

DETAILS: The certificates are discounted 30 percent, $35 for a $50 gift certificate and $17.50 for a $25 gift certificate. They cannot be used for alcohol, tax or gratuity. The certificates are not redeemable for cash, and no change will be given on the unused amount of the certificate. Only one gift certificate may be used per table per visit, and cannot be used on holidays or for special events. There is a limited quantity and are available on a first come, first served basis.

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As a reminder, you earn double points every Tuesday dining at any Kansas City Original restaurant.


Save the Date - Serving up Cures 2010

Serve Up the Cure11/4/10 - Serving up Cures is a high-profile social event to benefit the Muscular Dystrophy Association, where business people have the opportunity to mix and mingle while sampling some of Kansas City's locally-owned restaurants who are using ingredients from locally-owed Price Chopper stores.

The concept of Serving up Cures is to gather Kansas City's proudest culinary artisans to raise money for the research efforts of the 43 neuromuscular diseases under the MDA umbrella. Those diseases include ALS (Lou Gehrig's disease), Spinal Muscular Atrophy and Duchenne muscular dystrophy.

The evening consists of Kansas City's finest cuisine and is highlighted by a silent and live auction focused on the art of fine local dining - in the home and out of the home. Visit www.servingupcures.org for more information.

EVENTS

Johnny Cascone's
Johnny's Fall Cigar Dinner
Join us on Thursday September 16th at 6:30pm for our Fall Cigar Dinner. The evening will feature a three course dinner complete with a premium cigar pairing for each course. It's not too early to reserve your seat today 913.381.6837 / johnnycasconesrestaurant@gmail.com

Johnny Cascone's on Facebook
Johnny Cascone's is live on Facebook; become a fan and stay informed on all of our events; daily specials & promotions. Go to www.facebook.com and search Johnny Cascone's Italian Restaurant

Early Dinner Specials
Join us at Johnny Cascone's for a Lite Bite this Fall with our Early Dinner Specials 3:00pm-6:00pm Monday-Saturday. All entrees on this limited menu are $9.99 and include our warm fresh bread, choice of soup or house salad, choice of one of entree and a scoop of classic Italian spumoni ice cream for dessert. This offer is not valid on carryout orders, no split dinners and we will not accept other coupons or discounts with this offer. Join us for a deal that is too good to miss.

Labor Day at Johnny Cascone's
We will be open for Dinner Only on Labor Day Monday September 6th starting at 3pm. We will be offering our early dinner menu all night long; so come in and have dinner with us.

Cascone's Restaurant
Labor Day Monday September 6th
Join us on Monday September 6th for Labor Day. We will open at 3pm and will be serving dinner only.

Become a Fan of Cascone's
Cascone's North is on Facebook; become a fan and stay informed on all of our events; daily Bandbox lunch, dinner specials & promotions. Go to www.facebook.com and search Cascone's Italian Restaurant

Anthony's Restaurant & Lounge
Sunday Fried Chicken Special
Our Nana had the best Fried Chicken recipe which Dad carries on. Come in on Sunday to enjoy our delicious family tradition. Kitchen open 12p.m. to 8p.m. Fried Chicken Dinner includes 3 pieces of chicken, side, salad, bread, and butter only $11.95

Girls Night Out- September 15
4 wines and 2 small appetizers for $25.00. Benefiting Northeast High School Girl's basketball program. Buy the latest jewelry from the west coast. Raffle for wine, jewelry, and Royals Tickets. Two seatings 5:15 & 7:45

Cafe Des Amis
Wine dinner with Pierre at Cafe Des Amis
Join us on September 19th for our wine dinner with Pierre, he will pair a five course meal with his findings of small wineries from France. The menu is posted on our website www.cafedesamiskc.com Sunday September 19th at 6 pm. Reservation required.

Starker's Restaurant
Private Dining
Starker's Restaurant is 'Where Kansas City Entertains'. The private dining rooms can seat 82 or be divided into 2 or 3 smaller rooms for intimate dining for lunch and dinner. The interior walls house our wine inventory and the exterior wall overlook the Country Club Plaza. Whether for business, social or family, Starker's is the place for a memorable event. Reservations; 816-753-3565

Plaza Art Fair
The Plaza Art Fair is just around the corner on September 24, 25 & 26. Look for Starker's and Chef John's Creole creations; shrimp gumbo, etouffee, fried green tomatoes and beignets, along with wine, beer and soft drinks. Check out the art, the people and chow down on some great Creole food.

Alexander Valley Vineyards Dinner
On October 7, 2010, Starker's Restaurant will host Hank Wetzel of Alexander Valley Vineyards. Chef John will prepare a 5 course menu paired with Alexander Valley wines and owner/winemaker Hank Wetzel will be on hand to talk about his wines. $95.00 plus tax and gratuity. Reservations; 816-753-3565

Michael Smith Restaurant
Service Industry Night!
Every Wednesday Night form 6pm-close- we celebrate & toast the hardworking people in the service industry but offering HALF PRICE on your total bill! Please bring a valid KC Originals employee card or current paystub from your restaurant and you EAT & DRINK for 50% off! Cheers! - more info

Dario The Butcher Dinners
11/19-11/20 - Join us in the culinary celebration of the year! Michael and Nancy Smith welcome Dario Cecchini, The world's MOST FAMOUS butcher from Panzano, Italy to Kansas City for a two night food fest!! Reservations are almost full so call today. 816-842-2202 - more info

White Truffle Dinner
Michael & Nancy Smith are proud to welcome Pio Boffa straight from Italy on November 16th. Pio Cesare Wines & White Truffles are on a US tour of 5 cities and we are on of them!!! An incredible white truffle event paired with exceptional wines. Reserve your place today at 816-842-2202. The seating is extremely limited. - more info

Em Chamas Brazilian Grill
Half Price Happy Hour
Join us for Half off Our lounge menu, well drinks, draft beer and glasses of wine. Or, grab a Caipirinha, the national drink of Brazil for only $5. Our lounge menu includes small plates featuring famous cuts of meat & side dishes. Monday - Thursday from 5:00pm to 6:30pm in our lounge.

Sunday Brunch and Endless Mimosas
Sunday Brunch $14.99 10:00am to 2:00pm 6 different cuts of meat plus our gourmet bar that includes fruit, traditional Brazilian dishes, traditional American breakfast items and a pastry bar. Bottomless Mimosas any Sunday Brunch for a small additional charge Please call to make reservations 816-505-7100

Em Chamas New Menu and Pricing
Come join us every day for a more flexible menu and pricing no matter what your budget. You can now come eat with us for $19.99 anytime with ten cuts of fire roasted rodizio style meats, or you can upgrade to $24.99 to try our specialty cut picanha, top sirloin, beef wrapped in bacon, and top sirloin stuffed with cheese. If you like salmon, filet mignon, lamb, and free dessert you can choose our gold tier for $36.99. - more info

Hereford House
Happy Hour at Hereford House
Daily at each location. Best happy hour menu in town! Offering KC Strip w/fries, 4oz. bacon wrapped Filet Oscar w/asparagus spears, Steak Strip Sandwich w/fries, Santa Fe Goat Cheese, or Calamari and much more. Complete menu, hours and drink specials on-line.

Wine Lover's Sunday
Enjoy full bottle wines at 25-50% off every Sunday at all Hereford House restaurants.

Hereford House - Shawnee
Sunday Mornings at Shawnee
New sunrise breakfast menu every Sunday at Hereford House Shawnee from 10a.m. - 1p.m. Wine Lover's Sunday - full bottles 25-50% off. Lunch menu also available from 10a.m. - 3p.m. Happy Hour menu all day in the lounge.

Nara
September at Nara!
Let's bring in the fall this First Friday. We welcome the fall season with body sushi at 9pm Friday, Sept. 3. If you haven't seen this unique display of sushi - you won't want to miss it. Many, many food and drink specials will run the entire weekend for Labor Day. Nara will be open Monday, Labor Day, normal hours.

Ophelia's Restaurant & Inn
Ophelia's Happy Hour
Ophelia's is launching a new Happy Hour. We will offer 50% off wine by the glass, $6 specialty martini's, and 4 appetizers for $5. Power Hour runs from 5pm-7pm Monday thru Friday in the bar area.

Gaslight Grill
Live Jazz 5 nights a week!
Join us Wednesday thru Sundays in our Back Room with Lynn Zimmer and the Jazz Band. Full dinner menu and bar menu available in back room. If the music moves you there is always plenty of room on the dance floor! There is no cover charge to enjoy the live music.

Facebook
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Wine Lover's Appreciation
Join us each Monday from 4 pm to close for half priced bottles of wine (on bottles up to $60).

Happy Hour
Monday thru Friday from 4 pm to 7 pm in the Bar enjoy half priced Bar Bites and drink specials. Sit back with friends and enjoy!

Labor Day Closing
We will be closed September 6th, Labor Day.

Wine Dinner
Join us for an Evening with the Sommelier Tuesday September 28. We will be offering a 5 course meal with pairings prepared by our Sommelier Charles Peach. Grand Cru Pairing: $65 and Premier Grand Cru Pairing: $120

Trezo Vino
Cure it Through the Grapevine
9/23/10 - A Celebration of Wine and Food- benefiting Leukemia and Lymphoma Society.

Aixois
Family Night at Aixois
It's become a neighborhood favorite! Family night at Aixois...reduced price menu along with nightly specials! Bring the whole family!

Taco Tuesdays at Aixois!
Join us every Tuesday when we feature house made authentic Mexican dishes prepared by Chef Javier! In addition to our regular menu we have Organic Chicken, Beef and Fish tacos and burritos served with fresh salsa, guacamole beans and rice (&12)! Also, $2 draft beer and $2 Coronas. See you on Tuesday!

Coach's Bar & Grill - Kansas City
Indian Creek Beach Party!
COACH’S BAR and GRILL INDIAN CREEK BEACH PARTY! Sept 12th 5-8pm Coach’s has risen out of the floodwaters, yet again. We want to thank all of our loyal customers and friends for helping us get put back together again. Please join us and see the “new” Coach’s. We are having a live band, free food and beverages, prizes, raffles and games. We also will have a dunking tank to raise money for Wayside Waifs. - more info

Chaz on the Plaza
Live Music
Friday Sept. 3rd 7-11pm Farley & The Frequent Flyers
Saturday Sept. 4th 8-12am Lady D Trio
Sunday Sept. 5th 5-9pm Densye & Mike Duo

Tuesday Sept. 7th 6-8pm Gayland Titus 8-10pm Tom Hall
Wednesday Sept. 8th 6-10pm Max Groove Trio
Thursday Sept. 9th 6-10pm Max Berry Duo Friday Sept. 10th 7-11pm Max Groove Trio
Saturday Sept. 11th 8-12am Michael Pagan Trio
Sunday Sept. 12th 5-9pm Don Warner Duo

Tuesday Sept. 14th 6-8pm 8-10pm Chris Foster
Wednesday Sept. 15th 6-10pm Max Groove Trio
Thursday Sept. 16th 6-10pm Will Mattews Duo
Friday Sept. 17th 7-11pm Max Groove Trio
Saturday Sept. 18th 8-12am Duck Warner Trio
Sunday Sept. 19th 5-9pm Tim Whitmer Duo

Tuesday Sept. 21st 6-8pm 8-10pm Tom Hall
Wednesday Sept. 22nd 6-10pm Max Groove Trio
Thursday Sept. 23rd 6-10pm Monique-Rick
Friday Sept. 24th 7-11pm Farley & The Frequent Flyers
Saturday Sept. 25th 8-12am Max Groove Trio
Sunday Sept. 26th 5-9pm Max Berry Duo - more info

Strings on the Green
It’s time for beautiful evenings spent on Kansas City’s iconic Country Club Plaza. Chaz on the Plaza invites you to join us for live music performed every Friday and Saturday from 5-8 through the month. In addition to our professional string quartet you can enjoy the finest cocktails in the city, served on the front terrace of Kansas City’s original boutique hotel, the Raphael. With great food, great drinks, and great service, it will be a night to remember. - more info

35th Anniversary Celebration
Raphael welcomes you September 8th to share in 35th anniversary celebration Come join in the fun and memories on a milestone occasion. Activities include: • Food, drinks and casino style games • Chances to win 35 great prizes, including a Thanksgiving Night package • VIP Ribbon-cutting ceremony with tours of new facilities • $35 Chaz three-course prime rib or sea bass dinner special with glass of wine - more info

Sunday is Prime Rib
Sunday is Prime Time at Chaz on the Plaza Enjoy a three-course Prime Rib Dinner with a glass of wine every Sunday. Prefer surf to turf? Chaz offers an exceptional Sea Bass option. Live music in Chaz Lounge adds even more to your dining pleasure. $35 per person, $28 without wine. - more info

Cafe Trio
Trio of Cool Deck Concerts in Sept.
The last 3 Wednesday evenings in Sept you're invited to share the deck with two very cool musical entertainments. Acoustic guitarist Sean McNown with this take on Top 40 hits from the last 40 years will be on deck on the 15th & the 29th. The unique sounds of Kathleen & Frenchie can be heard on the 22nd. 9/15 - 8-10PM -- Sean McNown 9/22 - 8-10PM -- Kathleen & Frenchie 9/29 - 8-10PM -- Sean McNown

Can You Use $100? To Party?
Do we have a deal for you? Book a Holiday Party[or other private event] in one of Trios unique event spaces for November & December 2010 and we'll reward you with $100 in Trio gift certificates for every $1000 you spend with us. Sound good? Visit our "Private Events" page on our web site for more details & rules to qualify. - more info

Closed for Labor Day - Sept. 6th
Trio will observe the Labor Day holiday on Monday, September 6th, by being CLOSED. We want to honor all laborers, including our own & thank them for all their very hard & meaningful work! Have a safe & relaxing holiday!

B&W Photo Exhibit Continues to 10/2
Trio's featured artist in Aug-Sept is Daniel Coburn, a contemporary fine art photographer from Lawrence whose visually arresting images have garnered national and international praise. This exhibit is entitled "Between Earth & Sky" showcases imagery captured around the Midwest region in the style of Ansel Adams. We think you'll enjoy it! - more info

Blanc Burgers + Bottles - Country Club Plaza
blanc's new happy hour
Come in and enjoy blanc's new happy hour on the Country Club Plaza Monday-Friday. From 3-6 and 10-close we offer specials on all Missouri beers and premium well cocktails. Half price on all 12oz Missouri beers and premium well cocktails. There are even great deals on Missouri large format beers as well. Come and enjoy our selection of Boulevard's, Schlafly's, Ofallon's and last but not least Bud light. Don't forget to eat local. drink local.

Local Hour
$2 sliders + 1/2 price appetizers & fries + 1/2 price local beers + 1/2 price premium well drinks = blanc's local hour (happy hour)on the Country Club Plaza. 3-6pm & 10-close Monday-Friday.

Blanc Burgers + Bottles - Leawood
Local Hour is our Happy Hour
We are going to leave that up to you!!!!! Tell us what you would like to see on special (beer, liquor, wine) for local hour (happy hour)! The first person to call blanc in Leawood before 11 am Monday-Friday will get to decide what drink special we will run all day. To compliment the drink special blanc will also have $2 sliders, 1/2 price starters and fries. This is gonna be fun!





Restaurant Update:
The Kansas City Originals is proud to announce our newest member restaurant:
-Em Chamas Brazilian Grill - St. Joseph

Don't forget to use your KC Originals rewards card at this location!

Note:
Zest is no longer a member of the of KC Originals.

 

 

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Kansas City Original Restaurants:
Click Here for a Google Map of Our Restaurants

Aixois

251 E. 55th Street -Map It-

Kansas City, MO

(816) 333-3305

Anthony's Restaurant & Lounge

701 Grand -Map It-

Kansas City, MO

(816) 221-4088

b:2 a burger boutique

860-W NW Blue Parkway -Map It-

Lee's Summit, KS

(816) 246-9696

Blanc Burgers + Bottles - Country Club Plaza

4710 Jefferson Street -Map It-

Kansas City, MO

(816) 931-6200

Blanc Burgers + Bottles - Leawood

10583 Mission Road -Map It-

Leawood, KS

(913) 381-4500

Cafe Des Amis

112 1/2 Main Street -Map It-

Parkville, MO

(816) 587-6767

Cafe Sebastienne

4420 Warwick Boulevard -Map It-

Kansas City, MO

(816) 561-7740

Cafe Trio

4558 Main Street -Map It-

Kansas City, MO

(816) 756-3227

Cafe Verona

206 W Lexington Ave. -Map It-

Independence, MO

(816) 833-0044

Carlo's Copa Room

14944 W. 87th Street -Map It-

Lenexa, KS

(913) 825-5200

Cascone's Restaurant

3737 N. Oak Trafficway -Map It-

Kansas City, MO

(816) 454-7977

Chaz on the Plaza

325 Ward Parkway -Map It-

Kansas City, MO

(816) 802-2152

Coach's Bar & Grill - Kansas City

414 W. 103rd -Map It-

Kansas City, MO

(816) 941-2286

Coach's Bar & Grill - Overland Park

14893 Metcalf Ave. -Map It-

Overland Park, KS

(913) 897-7070

Em Chamas Brazilian Grill

6101 NW 63rd Terrace -Map It-

Kansas City, MO

(816) 505-7100

Em Chamas Brazilian Grill - St. Joseph

123 S 6th St -Map It-

St. Joseph, MO

(816) 232-4500

Extra Virgin

1900 Main -Map It-

Kansas City, MO

(816) 842-2205

Garozzo's Ristorante - Downtown

526 Harrison -Map It-

Kansas City, MO

(816) 221-2455

Garozzo's Ristorante - Lee's Summit

1547 N.E. Rice Road -Map It-

Lee’s Summit, MO

(816) 554-2800

Garozzo's Ristorante- Olathe

13505 S. Mur-Len -Map It-

Olathe, KS

(913) 764-6969

Garozzo's Ristorante- Overland Park

9950 College Blvd -Map It-

Overland Park, KS

(913) 491-8300

Gaslight Grill

5020 W 137th St -Map It-

Leawood, KS

(913) 897-3540

Harry's Country Club

112 E. Missouri Avenue -Map It-

Kansas City, MO

(816) 421-3505

Hereford House - Independence

19721 E. Jackson Drive -Map It-

Independence, MO

(816) 795-9200

Hereford House - Leawood

5001 Town Center Drive -Map It-

Leawood, KS

(913) 327-0800

Hereford House - Shawnee

17244 Midland Dr -Map It-

Shawnee, KS

(913) 268-8000

Hereford House - Zona Rosa

8661 N. Stoddard Avenue -Map It-

Kansas City, MO

(816) 584-9000

JJ's

910 W. 48th -Map It-

Kansas City, MO

(816) 561-7136

Johnny Cascone's

6863 W. 91st Street -Map It-

Overland Park, KS

(913) 381-6837

Kokopelli Mexican Cantina

5200 West 95th Street -Map It-

Prairie Village, KS

(913) 385-0300

La Bodega

703 Southwest Blvd. -Map It-

Kansas City, MO

(816) 472-8272

Le Fou Frog

400 E. 5th Street -Map It-

Kansas City, MO

(816) 474-6060

Lulu's Thai Noodle Shop

333 Southwest Blvd. -Map It-

Kansas City, MO

(816) 474-8424

Marina Grog & Galley

22 A St

Lake Lotawana, MO

(816) 578-5511

Michael Smith Restaurant

1900 Main Street -Map It-

Kansas City, MO

(816) 842-2202

Nara

1617 Main Street -Map It-

Kansas City, MO

(816) 221-6272

Ophelia's Restaurant & Inn

201 N. Main -Map It-

Independence, MO

(816) 461-4525

Pierpont's at Union Station

30 West Pershing Road -Map It-

Kansas City, MO

(816) 221-5111

Piropos

4141 N Mulberry Dr -Map It-

Kansas City, MO

(816) 741-3600

Piropos Grille

1 West First Street -Map It-

Parkville, MO

(816) 741-9800

Prime Rib Grill by Hereford House

100 East 20th Street -Map It-

Kansas City, MO

(816) 842-1080

re:Verse

618 Ward Pkwy. -Map It-

Kansas City, MO

(816) 931-7811

Shields Manor Bistro

121 Main Street -Map It-

Platte, MO

(816) 858-5557

Starker's Restaurant

201 West 47th Street -Map It-

Kansas City, MO

(816) 753-3565

Tatsu's French Restaurant

4603 W. 90th Street -Map It-

Prairie Village, KS

(913) 383-9801

The American Restaurant

200 E 25th Street, Suite 400 -Map It-

Kansas City, MO

(816) 545-8001

The Broadmoor Bistro

6701 West 83rd Street -Map It-

Overland Park, KS

Trezo Vino

11570 Ash St -Map It-

Leawood, KS

(913) 327-8466

Trezomare

4105 N Mulberry Drive -Map It-

Kansas City, MO

(816) 505-3200

V's Italiano Ristorante

10819 E. US Highway 40 -Map It-

Independence, MO

(816) 353-1241

Webster House

1644 Wyandotte -Map It-

Kansas City, MO

(816) 221-4713

WestChase Grille

11942 Roe Avenue -Map It-

Overland Park, KS

(913) 663-5400


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-Reward Values are stored on your rewards card (like a gift card). You must request that your reward be taken from your card when you are ready to redeem.

-Please note that effective July 1, 2010 the amount of rewards a customer may redeem is limited to 50% of the total bill (with a maximum of $100 in rewards redeemed in a single visit). For example; If the bill totals $40 you may redeem $20 in rewards.

-Did you know that you can check your point balances on line?
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