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Savor the flavors of the Sunflower State

Craving something local, delicious, and worth the drive? Kansas is full of flavor—whether it’s a farm-to-table favorite, a legendary BBQ joint, small-town bakery, craft brewery, or a hidden gem serving up home-cooked classics. Every bite tells a story, and we’re here to help you find the best of what’s cooking across the state.

This page is your gateway to Kansas food and drink culture. From profiles of local chefs and makers to road-trip-worthy restaurants and seasonal recipes, these articles are here to help you eat well, drink local, and discover new favorites along the way.

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Taste of Kansas: Soy in the Mix

Photography by Nick Krug The “joy of soy” is more than a catchy phrase for Charlene Patton, the consumer media specialist for…

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Carhops, Burgers and .... Pie

(This article was first published in the 2015 summer issue of KANSAS!) At Bobo’s, the steak burger still reigns supreme and onion…

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Kansas Cider Makers

Photography by Aaron Patton Kansas farms and cider masters perfect the taste of a traditional drink Kenneth and Denise Gardner developed a…

Four Favorite Sweets Shops in Kansas

Hazel Hill Chocolate | Topeka Located downtown, Hazel Hill is one of the premier chocolate shops not only in the state but throughout the…

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Hidden Trattoria

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An off-the-beaten-path café in Assaria pairs Old World charm with locally rooted Italian flavors For a taste of Italy in rural Kansas, visit the Renaissance Café in Assaria, population 400. Located 6…

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‘Little Restaurant on the Prairie’

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Inside a restored 1905 church in Strong City, a once-a-week Sunday brunch draws diners from across Kansas for Chef Stan Lerner’s scratch-made comfort food and simple farm-to-table experience. In the…