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Hot Smoked Salmon
It’s the best time of year to grill and smoke meat — and it’s currently in the middle of the wild Alaskan salmon…
Patio Perfection
The pleasure of "dining out" is magnified when it happens literally. Enjoy our warmer weather by dining al…
Touchdown Tipple
During the summer heat, beer or wine can seem too heavy, especially when you’re tailgating in the sun all day. The…
Be Our Guest
Dan Bauer and Ali Ratcliffe Bauer aren’t new to Columbia — or even new to The Wine Cellar & Bistro, which they…
Beet Box
To beatbox, in the rhythmic sense, means to mimic percussive sounds using only one’s mouth. Like its musical…
Ear-to-Ear Smiles
Elotes Mexicanos or Mexican Street Corn may not be on your radar yet. It was not on mine, but once you have had it,…
The Inside Scoop
It’s summertime in Columbia, and you know what we’re all thinking: ice cream. As it heats up in mid-Missouri, we…
Hog Heaven
Have you ever eaten a sandwich that is as big as your head? If you have had a pork tenderloin sandwich, you have…
Spice it Up
Some nights call for a bit of Latin flavor. While you could pick up a quick bite at a chain restaurant, consider…
Cannoli Confection
Cannoli, “The King of Sicilian Desserts.” If you say the word “cannoli,” there is a 50-50 chance that someone will…
Double Indulgence
There’s not much that will win over your loved one more than chocolate. If you really want to wow that special…
True Love
With Valentine’s Day right around the corner, thoughts are turning to ... chocolate. But which wine to serve with…
No-Bake Cashew & Pistachio Bars
Cashews and pistachios are known for their good-fat, nutrient-rich, high-protein qualities. These no-bake delights…
Get Jacked!
No secret in vegan and vegetarian circles, jackfruit has been gaining traction in mainstream cuisine as many look…
A Winter Variation
In the winter, I love doing greens that we typically think of roasting but, instead, slice them super thin for a…
Tucked-away Thai
A flashing, red neon sign in the window of a hole-in-the-wall restaurant in Alley A reads, “Open now;” signaling…
The Versatility of Meatloaf
Sometimes in the cold of winter, you need an easy dish you can make on a Monday and have for three or four meals…
A Rich History
There’s nothing like a nice piping-hot mug of hot chocolate to chase the chills, but the modern version of…
Go Cocoa Loco
(Serves 4-6)
1 cup sugar
1 teaspoon cinnamon
3 tablespoons cocoa powder
¾ cup milk chocolate chips or bar,…
Cheers to the Holidays
The holidays are upon us, and entertaining is in full swing. Chances are you’re planning to serve wine at your…