Food Critics

Food Critics: Dining Entertainment

Matthew Long-Middleton — Thu, 13 Jun 2013 23:21:16 +0000

Food is a social activity, and where there are people entertainment follows. On the Friday, June 14 the Central Standard food critics explore the best places to dine while catching a song, a game of trivia and more.

Here is a list of some of the restaurants talked about on the show:

The New Places

The Red Door Grill - 11851 Roe Ave, Camelot Court Shopping Center, Leawood, KS 66211

Standees - 3935 West 69th Terrace, Prairie Village, KS 66208

Where Are The Best Places To Dine Outside In The KC Area?

Matthew Long-Middleton — Fri, 17 May 2013 19:36:19 +0000

In Kansas City it's expected that the weather will jump from snowy, to balmy, to sultry in a matter of weeks.

But now that we're firmly into spring, and summer is just around the corner, restaurants are opening their outdoor patios, decks, balconies, rooftops and sidewalk seating.

Many diners love the opportunity to dine al fresco, surrounded by the beauty of nature – or asphalt parking lots. Other Kansas City diners see outdoor dining as a nightmare of bugs, noise, cigarette smoke and gawking strangers.

Food Critics: Korean Food

Matthew Long-Middleton and Claire McInerny — Fri, 03 May 2013 14:40:22 +0000

Korean Restaurants:

Recent Restaurants:

Korea has been top of mind lately as the threat of conflict has been rising, but on this Central Standard Friday the food critics take a look at another explosive element of this country's culture: its cuisine. From famous dishes like kimchi and Bibimbap, we look at what makes up Korean food, and where you can find it in Kansas City.

Our critics this week are Charles Feruzza, Grace Suh, Emily Farris, Chris Becicka and Gloria Gale.

Food Critics: Soul Food

Matthew Long-Middleton — Fri, 05 Apr 2013 22:22:41 +0000

In her book The Soul of Southern Cooking, Kathy Starr calls soul food "generous and earthy, like the people who created it. I'm not talking about small slivers of skinned chicken breasts surrounded by miniature carrots and radishes cut like roses. I'm talking about something to eat!" In Kansas City you'll never walk out hungry from one of this town's soul food restaurants or buffets. Classic southern cuisine like fried chicken, greens, macaroni and cheese, and peach cobbler are soul-soothing dishes. They may not be so good for your waistline, but they're nirvana for your spirit. Food Critic Charles Ferruzza, Emily Farris, Gloria Gale and Mary Bloch explore the best soul food of the city.

Eating Healthy In The New Year

Jeffrey Harvey and Charles Ferruzza — Fri, 11 Jan 2013 22:52:17 +0000

We're 11 days into the new year. How's that resolution to eat better going?

Noisy Restaurants

Matthew Long-Middleton and Charles Ferruzza and Jeffrey Harvey — Fri, 14 Dec 2012 00:00:00 +0000

Ambience or irritation? That is the question.

Food Critics: Fabulous Fish

Jeffrey Harvey — Thu, 29 Nov 2012 23:32:30 +0000

We're up to the gills in grouper, trout, and tuna on this week's Central Standard Friday.

Food Critics: Super Soups

Jeffrey Harvey and Charles Ferruzza — Fri, 16 Nov 2012 00:00:00 +0000

Ludwig Van Beethoven once theorized: "Only the pure in heart can make a good soup."

Food Critics: Comfort Food

Jeffrey Harvey and Charles Ferruzza — Thu, 01 Nov 2012 23:00:00 +0000

As the weather cools off, and the hours of daylight become scarcer, our culinary musings turn to comfort food.

Food Critics: Best Meals Under $10

Danie Alexander and Charles Ferruzza — Fri, 19 Oct 2012 19:37:18 +0000

You're staring at an empty refrigerator realizing if you want to eat you're going to have to go out. A quick check of the wallet shows it not much fuller than the fridge. So where can you find a decent meal for less than $10?

Highlight Reel

Tomeka Weatherspoon and Bill Anderson and Charles Ferruzza and Monroe Dodd — Fri, 05 Oct 2012 14:30:43 +0000

We've got a rare treat for you.

Tune in this week when Food Critics Charles Ferruzza, of The Pitch and Fat City Blog, and Emily Farris, of Feed Me KC, join forces with history host Monroe Dodd to bring you a very special edition of Central Standard Friday.

Food Critics: Non-Traditional Dining

Tomeka Weatherspoon and Charles Ferruzza — Fri, 21 Sep 2012 14:13:45 +0000

Coming up on Central Standard Friday, host Charles Ferruzza and the Food Critics discuss the best non-traditional places for delicious eats.

Food Critics: Eating Out In Lawrence

Tomeka Weatherspoon and Charles Ferruzza — Fri, 07 Sep 2012 14:42:43 +0000

Coming up on Central Standard Friday, host Charles Ferruzza and the Food Critics share their favorite spots in Lawrence. We're talking the best coffee shops, bars and even fine dining in that fun college town west of KC.

Food Critics: Sweet!

Andrea Silenzi and Charles Ferruzza — Fri, 24 Aug 2012 14:25:05 +0000

Coming up on Central Standard Friday, host Charles Ferruzza and the Food Critics share their favorite spots for a sweet treat in town. From ice cream to macaroons to a slice of coconut cake – we’re coming by with the dessert tray.

Food Critics: Brunch

Andrea Silenzi and Charles Ferruzza — Fri, 10 Aug 2012 13:56:07 +0000

Would you like a complimentary mimosa or bloody mary with that pile of food? Join us for brunch on this Central Standard Friday, as host Charles Ferruzza and the Food Critics discuss the best spots in town for a leisurely brunch. From chicken and waffles to eggs benedict to corned-beef hash -- where do you love to go on a lazy Saturday?