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Enjoying tasting menus around the world is one of our favorite indulgences. Leaving your dining in the chef’s hands and enjoying their personal menu is our favorite way to dine. Whether we are eating locally or around the world, we find that these tasting menus are one of the best ways to fully get a feel for the chef, restaurant, culture, and area. What Are…
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Special occasions require unique dining experiences. However, it can be difficult for restaurants to accommodate larger groups and still provide an intimate dining experience. But I’ve got great news for people living in the Omaha Metro region…we have Society 1854 at the Marriott Downtown-Capital District. Over 20 foodies were recently invited to taste their menu. I can personally vouch that our table felt distinct, intimate,…
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Omaha is a town that likes to eat and likes to eat well. Luckily, our small city has been blessed with some truly revolutionary and boundary-pushing chefs and restaurateurs. That’s all well and good, but at some point, one simply tires of artfully plated teeny foam fare. Enter Pasta Amore in Omaha. Pasta Amore resides at the intersection of comfort food and sass with a…
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I was lucky enough to attend local chef Kane Adkisson’s latest kanō pop up at Block 16 last fall. The cozy and intimate Supper Club was the perfect backdrop for a glorious love letter to local cuisine served with the signature kanō charm. The night began with a thoughtful query about dietary restrictions (none, thank you very much) and a delectable complimentary fall cocktail. Usually I…
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With the past runaway success of Omaha’s now defunct Ramen Fest, it’s only natural that ramen lovers would hope for more local shops to get their slurp on. Now serving up delicious ramen, and “a bowl above all others” is JINYA Ramen Bar. This new-to-the-Midwest concept, located near 72nd and Dodge, joins Yoshi Ya and Ika Ramen as Omaha’s ramen restaurant trifecta. While the strip…
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As the new year begins, let’s reflect on the state of our culinary health citywide in the Omaha restaurant scene. It has been a strong year for new concepts, old favorites moving to different spots, and additional locations for locally-owned gems. But there were also, sadly, a handful of closures. Read on for my thoughts on Omaha restaurants 2018’s changes. I encourage you to get…
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Looking for a fun place in Omaha to escape to for an hour where NO cell phones are allowed? Well, several months ago such a place arrived in the Omaha Old Market District. It is fast becoming a favorite spot to enjoy time with family, friends, and even co-workers. Get Out Omaha escape room is a totally immersive, puzzle solving experience where everything you need to…
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Right smack in the middle of the United States is an amazing Chef, Nick Strawhecker. In 2009, Chef opened Dante in West Omaha which featured a delicious Italian hyper-seasonal and farm-to-table dining experience. In 2017, Chef saw a need for fast-fine dining in Omaha and opened his second restaurant, Dante Pizzeria Napoletana. Chef’s new restaurant holds to the same standards as his original Dante, but brings…
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Omaha is a city that at first seems small and a bit sleepy, But like an onion, there are layers to this town that are worth peeling back. About 6 years ago, my husband and I moved from our home in Seattle to Omaha and, I will admit, it took some time for us to begin figuring out the beat of our new midwest home….
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I pride myself on being a unique and astute gift giver. But it’s hard to think of something new to mark each giving occasion. As a result I’ve collected my tips for successful housewarming gifts over the years. With buying a home being one of the pillars of young adulthood, it should be thoughtfully acknowledged as such. Get your loved ones something they actually want and will…
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The Breeders’ Cup is an annual series of Grade I thoroughbred horse races, with a rotating location in North America. Besides the Kentucky Derby, Preakness, and Belmont, it is generally the highest attended race and a prestigious event in its own right. I was lucky enough to attend this year’s festivities, held November 3-4 at the Del Mar racetrack. Located about 20 miles north of San…
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I am so excited to announce that Katy Spratte Joyce has joined MomsGoodEats as a contributing writer. Katy will focus on content for our Millennial Done Well section, as well as food, travel, and events for the rest of our platforms. A Minnesota native, Katy now calls Omaha her “homaha”. Her passions include philanthropy, travel, cooking, her two black labs Molly & Murph, her new hubby…
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We believe that life should be done well. From travel to food to fabulous finds, life should be lived with gusto, style, and sparkle, along with generosity and kindness. Because a life done well isn’t just about a luxury lifestyle, but it’s a great start!
