Last week was wild. How many of you dined out more than usual because of the power outage? I know my family did. The best meal we had was at Hiro 88 – we were still without power on Sunday, so we went to for their all-day Happy Hour. I hope you all have power back by now! ~ Kim |
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Let's Eat, Drink & Learn Stuff |
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- Young kids can celebrate National Root Beer Float Day today at Fat Brain Toys, 16909 Burke St., Suite 131, during Toddler Tuesday starting at 10:30 a.m. There will be story time and a craft, followed by root beer floats or a popsicle. FREE
- Modern Love, 3157 Farnam St., Suite 7113, is celebrating their 10th anniversary this week. Use promo code MOLO10YR to receive 20% off your visit through this Thursday. Valid in-house and on their website for pick-up.
- Make your own gin with Zac Triemert, the owner and Head Distiller from Cut Spike Distillery on Wednesday at Lucky Bucket Brewing Co., 11941 Centennial Road, La Vista, Neb. Learn about the art of distillation, select your botanicals, and craft a unique gin that suits your taste. Cost is $50.
- First Annual Beer Olympics is Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Cunningham’s Bar & Grill, 10904 West Dodge Road. Cost per team is $50.
- Whistle Pig Tasting is Saturday from 4 to 5 p.m. at Anna's Place, 1802 Dodge St. Tickets are $25 and include four different expressions of Whistle Pig.
- Dragon Brunch is Sunday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at VooDoo Taco, 1102 Harney St. Admission is $7, and there will be a specialized brunch menu to order from.
- Pups & Prosecco is Aug. 13 from 4 to 6 p.m. at Kimpton Cottonwood Hotel, 302 S. 36th St. Enjoy an afternoon of prosecco and pup cups on the front patio. Cost is $15.
- Omaha's Original Greek Festival is Aug. 15-17 at St. John’s Greek Orthodox Church featuring Greek street food, live music, dancing and more. Hours are 5 to 9:30 p.m. on Friday, 11:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. on Saturday, and 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sunday. $5 per person.
- MCC Institute for the Culinary Arts’ Bakery and Pastry Expo is Aug. 16 from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Fort Omaha Campus Building 022, room 201. Admission is $10. Attendees visit stations created by the ICA Baking and Pastry students, sample and give written feedback.
- Five-Course Chef-Inspired Meal with jazz music is Aug. 16 from 5 to 7:30 p.m. at The Players Club, 12101 Deer Creek Drive. Cost is $65.
- Charcuterie Classes at Lauritzen Gardens, 100 Bancroft St., are Aug. 16, and Sept. 23 at 6 p.m. Led by Sandy Vacanti of Artisan Boards of Omaha, you'll learn how to create and design a board to take home (one board per two-person registration). A custom board will be provided to sample from during the event. Cost is $100 for non-members, $85 for garden members (two people per registration).
- Upcoming Kids in the Hy-Vee Kitchen for ages 4-8 are Aug. 17 from 11 a.m. to noon and Aug. 19 from 4 to 5 p.m. at Hy-Vee, 11650 S. 73rd St.., Papillion, Neb. A dietitian will lead kids in making Cheeseburger Crescent Rings, Orange Smoothie, and Confetti Cake Batter Yogurt Dip, and Grab 'n Go Fruity Trail Mix. September classes are Sept. 14 from 11 a.m. to noon and Sept. 16 from 4 to 5 p.m. $12 per child; bring one parent per family.
- Macaron Class is Aug. 18 at 10:30 a.m. at The Bubbly Tart, 3020 Leavenworth St. Prices vary. Email chelsie@thebubblytart.com to make a reservation.
- Summer Slice A Thon with Urban Slicer and Virtuoso is Aug. 18 from 2 to 5 p.m. at 6058 Maple St. They will dish out whole pies to eat or reheat, and slices, with a donation. 100% of all donations will go directly to local food shelters.
- End Of Summer Float Fest is Aug. 21 from 6 to 9 p.m. at Scriptown Brewing Co., 3922 Farnam St., using Coneflower Creamery ice cream. Root beer floats available for those 21 and under. Vegan option will also be available.
- Knob Creek Bourbon Dinner is Aug. 21 at 6:30 p.m. at Jams Old Market, 1101 Harney St. The six-course pairing dinner is a one-time-only menu prepared by Chef Jose Acevedo. Cost is $120 per person. Must be 21+.
- Pint 9 Brewery Backyard Beer Night is Aug. 22 at 6 p.m. J. Gilbert's Wood-Fired Steaks & Seafood, 1010 Capitol Ave. The five-course meal features Heirloom Tomato, Watermelon and Feta Salad, Potato Croquette, Gambas al Ajillo, Pork Schnitzel, and Funnel Cake Cupcake with course paired with a beer. Cost is $75. Call (531) 222-9218 for reservations.
- Ree & Jun Kaneko Artist Brunch Series featuring Watie White is Aug. 24 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Jun's private studio at 2010 Leavenworth St. The brunch includes art, mimosas, New Orleans-inspired buffet by Chef Dan Benigno, and live jazz. Tickets are $75. All proceeds benefit KANEKO.
- A Cocktail thing: Breakfast Club is Aug. 25 from 1 to 2:45 p.m. at Anna's Place, 1802 Dodge St. It’s a four-course prix fixe cocktail tasting of the new menu, with a few extras included.
- Fall Sports Cookie Decorating with Susie’s Sweet Shoppe is Aug. 31 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Mangelsen’s, 3457 S. 84th St. Class is $65.
- Wine Tasting Event at Vino Mas, 14450 Eagle Run Drive, is Aug. 31 from 3 to 5 p.m. Enjoy tasting five wines and three beers for $20; 100% of all proceeds benefit Bullies-N-Beyond ResQ Inc. Meet adoptable dogs, too. Kids and dogs welcome.
- Sex and the City Night is Aug. 31 from 7 to 10 p.m. at Sips on 10th, 1022 S. 10th St. ip on a signature Cosmopolitans, enjoy themed appetizers, entertainment and relive the iconic moments of Carrie, Miranda, Charlotte and Samantha. Cost is $25.
- Vala’s Pumpkin Patch and Orchard are offering two new, adults-only events: Sunset Orchard Cider Tastings and Vala’s Orchard Farm-To-Table Dinner: Live Fire Hog Roast. Note: In addition to tickets to the event, General Admission tickets or a Season Pass must also be purchased to attend. Cider Tastings are Aug. 31, Sept. 7, Sept. 13, Sept. 14, Sept. 20, Sept. 21, Sept. 27, and Sept. 28. Tickets are $45 (or $21 for DD). Farm-To-Table Dinners are Sundays, Sept. 1-29. Tickets are $99.
- The 18th annual Brew Haha, a fundraiser for Habitat for Humanity of Omaha, is Sept. 6 from 5 to 8:30 p.m. at BMO Parking Lot, 13505 California St. It features 70+ restaurants and breweries, and unlimited samples of beer, cider and seltzers. It is a 21+ event.
- Omaha Restaurant Week is Sept. 13-22, where participating restaurants offer enjoy three-course dinners priced at $20, $30, $40 or $50 per person. A portion of Restaurant Week proceeds benefits Food Bank for the Heartland.
- Mix and Sip: A Hands-On Mixology Experience With KnockOut Mixology is Sept. 14 from 4 to 7 p.m. at Time on My Hands, 7020 Maple St. Expert mixologist Melanie Henderson will guide the class as each person creates two delicious and unique cocktails. All necessary tools and ingredients will be provided. Participants must be 21 or over. Class is $50.
- The 10th Annual Caffeine Crawl in Omaha is Sept. 14, featuring five route options. Each route includes five stops. Cost is $39.50 plus the option of a bonus stop.
Don't forget! Send your upcoming food and drink event details to kim@ohmyomaha.com. |
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What everyone's talking about |
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- Taco Tuesdays start today at Saddle Creek Breakfast Club in Countryside Village. The restaurant will be open on Tuesdays nights with dips, margs (including a rotating special every week) and tacos.
- Every Tuesday in August, Runza will offer 75-cent cheeseburgers in celebration of their 75th anniversary.
- Ruhlman's Steakhouse opened July 31 at 603 US Highway 6, Ashland, Neb.
- Blue Hawaii opened in July at 1303 S. 72nd St., Suite 108. The restaurant serves sushi, poke and grilled items.
- Omaha Teriyaki opened this past week at 723 N. 114th St. Hours are currently Wednesday to Sundays from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
- Wonton Jon’s recently announced they would discontinue their food truck in order to give more attention to their other business ventures: EZFoodTrucks.com, Omaha Cheesesteak Co., and The Sorcerer’s Cone.
- Helados el Primo is a new Mexican ice-cream food truck in town. Find it at Millard Car Wash, 5226 S. 132nd St.
- Sauced by Alfaro announced they finished filming for a show on the Food Network. Details are still mum, but the show will come out in 2025.
- Coneflower Creamery announced its third location will open in 2025 in Old Towne Elkhorn.
- There’s a new food app with participating locations in Omaha: Too Good To Go.
- Tenant is planning on opening at 6201 Maple St. in early August.
- The Joslyn recently announced that Omaha-based Clean Slate Food Co. has been chosen as its new partner in its on-site dining location, The Durham Cafe. The cafe will have a renewed dining area in a centrally located, light-filled atrium; seasonal outdoor seating; expanded hours; and fresh, nutritious food and elevated service. The menu will accommodate all dietary needs, including kid-friendly choices. The Joslyn reopens Sept. 10.
- CTRL Coffee & Cereal Bar announced their location on 10th Street will close on Aug. 18. They plan on opening a location in Lincoln sometime in the near future.
Next week's theme: What's your restaurant's most popular dish? Email your contributions to kim@ohmyomaha.com. |
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