Segment 1: The seasonal nature of honey.
Like wine, honey a product of the world around it -- weather, region, time of year all impact the crop. Today, we chat with some beekeepers about the varieties their bees in Raytown produce.
- Erik Messner, co-owner of Messner Bee Farm
- Rachael Messner, co-owner of Messner Bee Farm
Segment 2 (beginning at 15:55): A Middle Eastern bakery in south Kansas City churns out thousands of pieces of pita bread a day.
KCUR intern Celisa Calacal set out to learn about the place making much of the pita bread found in Kansas City restaurants. Today, we listen in on her trip to Olive Cafe's Bakery.
- Salah Mansi, owner of Olive Cafe
Segment 3 (beginning at 20:30): The best Middle Eastern and North African food in Kansas City.
KCUR's Food Critics return to the air to talk about their favorite Middle Eastern restaurants and dishes found around town. Today, we get their recommendations and hear from callers about their top picks.
- Charles Ferruzza, KCUR Food Critic
- Carlton Logan, co-administrator of Kansas City Eats
- Jill Silva, co-host of the Chew Diligence podcast
