Peg Gill

A Way With Wine

Winemaker’s Way is a new feature series from Missouri Wines that profiles the people who create wine across our state. The first feature is on Shaun Turnbull, Head Winemaker at Stone Hill Winery.  A native of South Africa, Turnbull wanted a profession where he could be happy and creative, and knew it wasn’t a job […]

Eat MO Bacon At The MO Bacon & Bourbon Festival

The Missouri Pork Association is hosting its annual MO Bacon & Bourbon Festival on Saturday, Feb. 5, from 1-5 p.m. at Bur Oak Brewing. Sample all the bacon, bourbon, bacon treats, fine spirits, cocktails and beer while enjoying live music. Get tickets here. You may want to get your hands on all the pork you […]

Enjoy Special Valentine’s “Love” Libations

Several local spots will be offering special Valentine’s Day cocktails — some featuring that favorite Valentine’s Day sweet treat chocolate — as an ingredient. Chris McD’s, for instance, will be serving a Bordeaux Cherry Martini, as well as champagne by the glass specials. Normally open Wednesday-Saturday, Chris McD’s will be upon on Monday, Feb. 14, […]

Romance In Advance … At CC’s

One local spot offering a Valentine’s prelude package is perennial Best of Columbia winner for best steak: CC’s! You can save $50 on the special Valentine’s Dinner if you dine in now through Feb.13. The menu includes: Shrimp cocktail appetizer , two house specialty salads, two filet mignon and battered fried lobster entrees plus a complimentary […]

Romance In Advance Part I

Consider celebrating Valentine’s Day early at Glenn’s! They’re holding the February edition of their Dinner and Wine Series on Tuesday, Feb. 8, at 7 p.m. They’ll be presenting a four-course dinner crafted by their executive chef, and their sommelier will guide guests through each wine pairing. This month’s first course is pickled giardiniera frito – […]

See A Thought-provoking Play

In need of some comic relief? Check out “The Bald Soprano,” a play in the theater of the absurd genre at the Warehouse Theatre running Feb. 3-6.  Presented by the Stephens College Theatre Department, “The Bald Soprano” was the first play written by Romanian-French playwright Eugène Ionesco. It premiered in 1950 in Paris. Like many […]

Book A Date

On Thursday, Jan. 27, from 4-5 p.m., MU Libraries will present a book talk via Zoom with Benjamin Moore, author of The Names of John Gergen, Immigrant Identities in Early Twentieth-Century St. Louis.         Rescued from the dumpster of a boarded-up house, the yellowing scraps of a young migrant’s schoolwork gave Moore the jumping-off […]

Nothing “Syrup”-titious About This! 

On Saturday, Jan. 29, treat yourself to a stack of ‘cakes at the 70th annual Pancake & Sausage Day, presented by Cosmopolitan International Columbia Luncheon & Breakfast Clubs. The drive-thru event will be held from 6 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Jerry Sigmund Cosmopolitan Center. Tickets are $8 in advance or $10 at the […]

Get Growing!

The Discovery Garden Club and the Columbia Public Library will be hosting a Winter Garden Forum via Zoom on Sunday, Jan. 30, from 1:30-3:30 pm. Get inspiration for a new gardening season from two experts. Kelly McGowan, field specialist in horticulture with MU Extension, will talk about growing lavender in Missouri. Matthew Dolan, with the […]

The Little Engineer That Could

Considering a career in engineering? Don’t miss the spring Mizzou Engineering Career Fair on Thursday, Feb. 3, from noon-4 p.m. at MizzouRec.   Whether you’re interested in civil, chemical, mechanical, electrical or industrial engineering, pre-register on Handshake to explore jobs, internships and co-ops with participating companies and organizations.  Participating sponsors include Emery Sapp & Sons, Holloway, Honeywell, […]

Nothin’ But Net

The Mizzou Men’s cagers have been burnin’ up the court lately! After that really rough one-point loss to Auburn, the Tigers will be more than ready to reload for their next home game against the Florida Gators Wednesday, Feb. 2, at 8 p.m. Catch all the SEC action in person!

Get Off Your Aspen! 

Don’t just sit at home. Head to the Fieldhouse tonight anytime after 7 p.m. for the third annual ’80s in Aspen Party! It’s so cold it might as well be Colorado, so make the most of it. Suit up in your ski gear and join the rest of the neon nation for what’s sure to […]

Don’t Wait! Donate! 

The Red Cross blood supply is at its lowest level in more than 10 years. But you can help. Visit Columbia Mall on Friday, Jan. 28, between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m., during the American Red Cross Blood Drive being held there.   The latest COVID-19 surge and severe winter weather present further risks to the […]

Grab A Winter Warmer

The weather couldn’t be better for a Chocolate Fest, and Günter Hans is having one Jan. 28-29, starting at 4 p.m. each afternoon. Come cozy up with a mug of boozy hot chocolate and your friends in the Barrel Room at Günter Hans. Choose Günter Hans’ Double Chocolate Ghirardelli base with Irish Cream liquor to […]

Laugh It Off

Lessen your stress with a good laugh at Pints & Punchlines, Thursday, Jan. 27, at 8 p.m., at Rose Music Hall.  You know the old saying, “Laughter’s the best medicine?” Well data is mounting that it’s true. According to the Mayo Clinic, a hearty ha ha has great short-term effects. When you start to laugh, […]

Eat Your Words …

… kind of. Your words could be worth $500 from Glenn’s Cafe! All you have to do is write a review of your favorite Glenn’s dishes. You’ll be entered into a drawing on Feb. 1 for a chance to win $500! Maybe you’re a big fan of one of Glenn’s Cajun creations, such as the […]

Enjoy An Indulgent Endeavor

One of Nourish Cafe & Market’s favorite events of the year is combining two of its owners’ favorite indulgences … with a twist of Nourish, of course. It’s their biodynamic wine and chocolate truffle tasting! You’ll have the chance to taste all of Nourish’s truffles expertly paired with wine at the event set for Feb. […]

“Seas” The Day!

Columbia has a new spot where you can “seas” the day — or at least — the dinner! Hungry Crab Juicy Seafood & Bar opened this past Saturday at 1000 I-70 Drive SW. With four locations in Florida and two more on the way, the eatery’s also planning to open a  location in Georgia and […]

Prep Like A Pro

On Sunday, Jan. 30, from 4-5:30 p.m., join Inside Columbia nutrition contributor Chef Kimber Dean at her Nourish Cafe & Market as she teaches you how to meal prep! You’ll be making zoodle lasagna, pesto, citrus vinaigrette, cashew ricotta, marinara and smoothie bags. All will be ready to freeze and can last in the freezer […]

Leitza Loss

In sad news, as of the month’s end, The Station House at Katfish Katy’s will no longer be operating under Vanessa and Jake Leitza’s management. They are unclear what the future has in store for the property at this time. The two posted on Facebook that their seven-month season was nothing short of successful for […]