KC Sipps: A new KC beer, three tasty openings, and NYE plans

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Looking for delicious plans? Whether you want to impress a date, show your fam the best of KC, or just get out of the house, we’ve got you covered… all while supporting (mostly) local. 

Here is your weekly roundup of the best food and drink offerings around Kansas City. Cheers!

Something New

Rizoma Liquid Creations: Kansas City’s first Hispanic-owned beer company, Rizoma Liquid Creations, is partnering with PH Coffee for the release of pilot beer batches. Visit PH Coffee on Dec. 8 and 15 from 4  – 9 p.m. and Dec. 9 & 16 from 12 – 9 p.m. to enjoy a special selection of collaboration beers, exclusive merchandise, games, and light food offerings.

The Big Biscuit: For the second year, The Big Biscuit is a major sponsor of Q104’s Pajama Jam and is collecting pajamas at each Kansas City-area restaurant for Operation Breakthrough. They are accepting new, never-been-worn pajamas size newborn – 12 through Dec. 18 at all Kansas City-area locations, plus St. Joseph, Lawrence, and Topeka. Also, Santa will be in store from 8:30 – 11:30 a.m. at the 135th St. & Antioch restaurant in Overland Park on Dec. 22, and the same time in Liberty on Dec. 23.

Tannin: Celebrate Hannukah at the Crossroad’s Tannin Wine Bar and Kitchen. A special tasting menu is available December 7 – 14 for $55 per person. The menu features matzoh ball soup, brisket, and more. Reservations are encouraged.

The Campground: In West Bottoms, The Campground is hosting its 4th annual Christkindlmarkt. The festive market features local vendors indoor and out, plus holiday food and drink options. The fun runs from 5 – 9 p.m. on December 7-9 and 14-16. 

Opening

KC Cookie Company: Chunky, decadent cookies are easier than ever to get in Olathe. KC Cookie Company is opening its first store near Ernie Miller Park & Nature Center. The grand opening is Saturday, December 9 from 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. 

Maps Coffee: Brewery Emperial in Crossroads is making great use of their expansive indoor and outdoor seating! They recently welcomed Maps Coffee, serving espresso, coffee, and pastries from the incomparable Blackhole Bakery. A grand opening celebration is planned for December 8-9 from 7:30 a.m. until noon or sold out.

The Limit Pub & Grub: In the Red Bridge Shopping Center area of KCMO, The Limit is now open. In the space formerly occupied by The Daily Limit, The Limit is a revamped neighborhood bar, serving lunch and dinner, with indoor and outdoor seating. It is open every day from 11 a.m. – 1 a.m. and offers happy hour specials from 3 – 6 p.m.

December 8

Drastic Measures: Shawnee’s James Beard Award nominated cocktail bar, Drastic Measures, brought back the holiday pop-up: Drastic Mensches. Opening today, the bar glitters blue and gold, and is donating 100% of sales during Hanukkah to Jewish Family Services for families in Kansas City. Drastic Measures does not accept reservations or have a cover charge.

December 9

Hillsiders: Head to Hillsiders in Strawberry Hill for a relaxed brunch of biscuits and gravy, beermosas, and bloody marys starting at noon. At 1 p.m. there will be a free comedy show, Hot Waffle: A Comedy Brunch Show. I’ve covered their reliable batched cocktail menu, but its the 1970/80s neighborhood bar vibe that really sets this place apart. 

Casual Animal Brewing Company: From 12 – 5 p.m., Casual Animal in Crossroads is hosting a holiday market with many local vendors. Snag a beer (I recommend Chaos Monkey if it is available) and shop directly from local makers. 

December 10

The Wild Way: The Wild Way invites you to have a brisk Sunday morning at the park, but you can warm up with coffee while you’re there. The Wild Way coffee camper will be parked at Brookside Park from 8:30 a.m. 2 p.m. and I have my eye on “She Sleighs”–a hot latte with brown sugar, poached pear, vanilla, and winter spices.

Take Care: For Bread Friends’ last pop-up of the year, they’re headed to the Crossroad’s newest coffee shop, Take Care. I can’t say enough good things about Take Care’s cheddar apple scone, but I’d be willing to take a one-day departure for Bread Friend’s sourdough bagels. In fact, they are premiering a French Toast bagel with Maple Coffee Schmear. Yes, please. Take Care opens at 7 a.m. and Bread Friends bagels will be available at 10 a.m. until sold out.

Plan Ahead

NYE Plans: Am I really talking about New Year’s Eve already? Let’s skim over the astounding passage of time and skip to the fun. The best spots sell out quickly so go ahead and commit now.

I tend to make lowkey plans with family, but my next choice would be celebrating in Lonnie McFadden’s signature KC jazz style at Lonnie’s Reno Club. The Nomada x Quixotic party at Crossroads Hotel has always looked incredible and energetic, but a nice dinner at Acre sounds nice with a family group. 

For something a little different, take a chance on new beginnings and celebrate with the not-yet-opened Fern Bar in Crossroads (email bryan@fernbarkc.com for details) or don thy costume and celebrate at The Wyld in KCK at Glittering Glade: NYE Fae Gala.

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