Some nights call for a bit of Latin flavor. While you could pick up a quick bite at a chain restaurant, consider taking advantage of the authentic Mexican and Latin-inspired restaurants Columbia has to offer. And while you can never go wrong with tacos, there is a smorgasbord of dishes from which to choose. Columbia […]
Get Jacked!
No secret in vegan and vegetarian circles, jackfruit has been gaining traction in mainstream cuisine as many look to eat fewer meat-based meals or try more exotic foods. Jackfruit is having a moment.A species of tree in the fig, mulberry and bread-fruit family native to southwest India, the jackfruit produces a large, bright green, spiky-textured […]
A Winter Variation
In the winter, I love doing greens that we typically think of roasting but, instead, slice them super thin for a fun, crunchy salad. This salad gets a roundness of flavor from the bright and vibrant dressing and the pop of pomegranate seeds. Pomegranates have increased in popularity in the past decade for their antioxidant […]
Tucked-away Thai
A flashing, red neon sign in the window of a hole-in-the-wall restaurant in Alley A reads, “Open now;” signaling that Big Mama Chim is back at a new location in downtown Columbia. On a chilly January night, or any night really, she can be found in the kitchen with her sleeves rolled up preparing for […]
Culinary Adventures Tour 2018
Enjoy a fun evening of custom-prepared cuisine and selected drink pairings from some of Columbia’s finest including CC’s City Broiler, Grand Cru, Brasserie French Steakhouse, and The Roof. Inside Columbia is partnering with Columbia Culinary Adventures to give participants a unique, one-of-a-kind experience. Sponsored by Missouri Beef Industry Council.