Kansas City, Kan., has its fair share of competition from restaurants in its Missouri neighbor, but when it comes to incredible food, the city holds its own. From smoky barbecue joints that define Kansas flavor to hidden pizza and taco gems and cozy coffee shops, KCK has plenty to offer for every craving. In this…
One of the best Midwest cities for a Christmas getaway is Kansas City, especially if you’re driving from Omaha. And if you stay in the Kansas City, Kan., area (I’ll call it KCK from now on), you’ll find plenty of festive activities all within three hours of Omaha. My family and I visited the area…
We may have just created a new annual winter tradition: The Iowa ski trip. We went with a group of friends to Seven Oaks Recreation in Central Iowa, staying in the nearby Hotel Pattee, a historic hotel with individually-decorated rooms and suites for families. Disclosure: I was hosted by The Hotel Pattee and Seven Oaks…
Three downtown Omaha parks have been updated in recent years, and the transformation to the area has been incredible. The three parks – Gene Leahy Mall, Lewis & Clark Landing, and Heartland of America Park – are all a part of The RiverFront, an incredible must-visit place in Omaha. One of my favorite additions within…
I’ve been challenging myself and my friends to shop local and support local. I’ve found some Nebraska artists and locally-owned stores that will help get you into the holiday spirit this year. Some of the small businesses have a store-front or can be found at holiday markets, but the links below make it easy for…
The best time to visit Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo & Aquarium is in the winter. I was tempted not to write the article because I didn’t want to give out the secret and spoil it for the few of us who do venture to the zoo in the dead of winter. But I’m a giving…
