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Vox Hunt: Good Eats

nobody@vox.com(goobers18) — Sun, 17 Aug 2008 17:19:45 -0700

Show us your favorite local restaurant.

El Azteca

My favorite place is Fiesta Azteca at 350 hwy & Raytown Road. Here's a photo of my hubs trying the "El Azteca" challenge(sorry its sideways). If you eat the whole thing, you get a t-shirt. Sadly, El Azteca conquered him, but it made great leftovers.

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a reason to celebrate!

nobody@vox.com(goobers18) — Wed, 06 Aug 2008 19:50:28 -0700

Ben Folds is coming back to Kansas City in October! I just purchased my tickets :-)

01_Hiroshima ben

This will be the 8th time I've seen Ben Folds.

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mark your calendars

nobody@vox.com(goobers18) — Tue, 29 Apr 2008 08:15:27 -0700

for a huge garage sale! and it's for a good cause too

mprgaragesale.jpg

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All it takes is time

nobody@vox.com(goobers18) — Tue, 20 Nov 2007 11:07:01 -0800

As I've posted many, many times before, I'm a foster-mom for Missouri Pitbull Rescue. Right now we are really busy! (when aren't we?) We are looking for volunteers who don't necessarily want to foster, but can donate some time to help out the rescue. We're looking for people to:

Answer emails, run errands, walk kennel dogs, attend fundraisers, write articles about pit bulls, write grants, MPR promo...and the list goes on.

If you have an interest in animal rescue, or just becoming a member of a local group, please check us out: http://www.mprgroup.net/misc/volunteer.html

If you decide to volunteer, just fill out the application and one of the other volunteers will contact you.

THANKS!

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Be Responsible

nobody@vox.com(goobers18) — Mon, 17 Sep 2007 07:12:53 -0700

Amnesty Day for Kansas City Pitbull Owners

October 6th , 2007
KCMO Pit Bull Spay and Neuter Amnesty Day
3710 Main Street
9am to Noon

Spay and Neuter Kansas City is working with KCMO Animal Health and Public Safety to allow a one-time opportunity for Pit Bull owners to comply with mandatory spay and neuter ordinance. A special rabies clinic will be held on October 6 th from 9am to noon at 3710 Main Street, KCMO. On this day only, KCMO Pit Bull owners can come in and purchase a current $5 rabies vaccinations. City licensing for an altered pet is $12 and for an unaltered pet is $33. Pit Bull owners who participate in this clinic will be scheduled for a free spay and neuter for their Pit Bull.

In August of 2006, KCMO City Council passed ordinance # 060806, which calls for the mandatory spaying and neutering of every Pit Bull and Pit Bull mix in Kansas City, MO. Penalties for failure to spay or neuter can result in fines up to $500 and impoundment of the Pit Bull.

This is an EXCELLENT opportunity for those who cannot afford spay or neuter for their pet. Its also a discounted price on the vaccination. If you know anyone who can benefit from this, please pass the info along!

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Can't Help myself

nobody@vox.com(goobers18) — Fri, 14 Sep 2007 09:07:57 -0700

On my quest for the ultimate sushi restaurant, I've tried two new places.

Han Shin at 117th & Roe
This was a fancy-pants Kansas restaurant. The atmosphere was sophisticated, but the sushi was lacking. The rolls were loose and fell apart, and were very expensive. The food was good, but nothing special. The service was slow.
Hikari Japanese Steakhouse at 91st & Metcalf

Sushi Sampler

I love this place!! This is my new favorite restaurant. The prices were extremely reasonable. The food was amazing, and the fish fresh. The staff was very friendly and fun. We sat at the sushi bar and the chef was excellent. He had a few special rolls not on the menu that he told us about. We ordered two of the special rolls- Crazy Lino Roll (fried), and the Tsunami Roll... both were delicious, but the Tsumani Roll was a work of art. It was piled high with panko and masago.
The chef told us that next time we visit, if we ask, he will make us a special that isn't on any menu-- just his creation du jour. On Friday and Saturday nights they serve free crab salad while you wait for your sushi!

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Fancy Coffee

nobody@vox.com(goobers18) — Wed, 22 Aug 2007 06:33:19 -0700

My favorite coffe shop, City Grounds, is having a special coffee tasting event for Panama Esmeralda Especial on

Saturday, August 25th

11:00AM to 3:00PM

and

Tuesday, August 28th

11:00AM to 3:00PM

Here's the info I received from them:

Panama Esmeralda Especial

Coffee from trees of the botanical variety 'Gesha' or 'Geisha' grown on farmer Price Peterson's Hacienda La Esmeralda in Panama has for the last several years consistently broken records paid for a green coffee: A 2007 lot sold at auction for an extraordinary $130 per pound. This lot of Gesha is from the same fields, crop and variety as the record breaking auction lot but was sold outside auction. With its bold, boat shaped beans and distinctive floral and chocolate cup, the Esmeralda Panama Gesha continues to be one of the world's most unique coffees.

"Just this week Ken Davids, of CoffeeReview.com, cupped and evaluated PTs Coffee Co.'s roast of this very special coffee. And the results were astounding! Davids gave PTs roast of La Esmeralda Especial the highest score he has ever given a coffee in Coffeereview's 10-year history. Davids gave a '97' on the 100 point scale. Only the third time in 10 years a coffee has recieved such high marks. Very rare praise indeed!"

So for anyone interested in trying some quality coffee-- this is your chance!

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Ravings of a Sushi maniac

nobody@vox.com(goobers18) — Sat, 18 Aug 2007 20:13:20 -0700

maki (roll) sushi

For some time now, my husband and I (along with some friends) have been searching out sushi restaraunts in Kansas City. Its tons of fun to try new places, but we've gone to some not-so-great ones too. I've decided to compile a list of the restaurants i've visited to remind myself what's good, and to help others who want to try some great food. (and please, if you know of a place I haven't visited-- tell me about it!!)

Domo 6322 Brookside plaza, Brookside, Kansas City (816) 333-6315
This restaurant is a quiet, but fancy place in Brookside, MO (read: expensive). They have a huge selection of sushi and other japanese cuisine. The best sushi roll is the Sexy Mama, and other good sushi rolls to try are the Las Vegas roll & salmon skin roll. Ask for the dessert of green tea ice cream and fried bananas called King Kong. Domo has a good happy hour (1/2 price cocktails).

Kokoro Express 340 West 75th Street (at the northeast corner of Wornall Avenue), Waldo, Kansas City (816) 363-0678

nigiri salmon (sake)

This is currently my favorite sushi restaurant. Kokoro has a limited selection, and no bar, but the prices are unbeatable! Kokoro also features korean and japanese cuisine. Its the fast-food of the sushi world. Make sure to try the Sunday Special roll. Also, this is THE place to order nigiri if you like it (fish on a rectangle of rice)-- the prices are 1/2 of what others charge they are just as good. Oh, and the banana tempura for dessert is amazing.

Kona Grill 444 Ward Parkway, Country Club Plaza
While not a traditional sushi restaurant, Kona Grill features some excellent sushi choices on their menu. The best feature of the place is the happy hour specials-- select sushi rolls are 1/2 price from 3-7pm (they have drink specials too!).

Kobe Japanese Steakhouse & Sushi Bar 19800 E Valleyview Pkwy Independence, MO 64057 (816) 795-6808
While one of the pricer sushi restaurants, this is one of my favorite places. The atmosphere is great. The best sushi rolls are the computer roll, and the salmon crunch roll, although everything there is good.

Matsu Japanese Restaurant 427 Westport Road, Westport, Kansas City (816) 531-2602
Matsu has an authentic atmosphere, and was very busy when we visited. The sushi was good, and about average price.

Sakura 75th (at Nieman), Kansas City
Sakura is the last place we visited and by far the most fun. We were seated at the sushi bar, and in lieu of a menu and taking orders (which is an option if you sit at a table), a train runs on a track around the bar carrying various creations of the sushi chefs. You pay by the plate (at a fairly reasonable price), and get to sample a little of everything. This is definetly for the more adventerous. If you are open to trying new things, and don't require knowing what you are eating I highly recommend it.

Siki 601 Northwest Blue Parkway, Lees Summit (816) 525-4877
Out of all the sushi I've eaten, this is not the best place. While the prices were good, the atmosphere was not. The restaurant smelled "fishy" (not a sign of a good restaurant) and the place was dingy.

Wasahi Japanese Steak House and Sushi Bar 328 NE 72nd St Kansas City, MO 64118
This is a fun little place north of the river. I've visited twice, and the people are very friendly. The sushi is good and fresh, and the prices are reasonable. They serve a wonderful Miso soup.

If you are interested in learning more about sushi, especially how to make your own, check out a mini-episode of Good Eats with Alton Brown.

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Naked Dogs

nobody@vox.com(goobers18) — Mon, 13 Aug 2007 17:59:41 -0700

Happy Doggies

I don't know about other pet owners, but my dogs love to be "naked" (outside & off-leash). Its increasingly difficult to find good, safe places to let the dogs run-- where they won't be in danger of traffic, or disturbing other people. My husband and I like to take the dogs to off-leash parks when we can, but currently the only two parks around are either member-only, or close to 20 miles away!

So, I was excited today when I learned that WOOF (Well Organized Off-leash Friends) is proposing plans to have an off-leash dog park located in Waldo (near Brookside) at the Sunnyside Park. This is so much closer to our home & work. One of the great ideas of this proposed park, are all the green features-- rain water collection, solar lighting, and recycling. KC, MO Parks Department will hold a public meeting in September (date coming soon!)-- which all supporters need to come!

If you've never been before, a dog park is a lot of fun, and is a great way to socialize your pets (and get them exercised!) Check out the website, and lend your support!
(any emails of support sent to: karmen_bradley@kcmo.org will be forwarded to the KCMO commissioners who will decide whether to approve the park)

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so excited!

nobody@vox.com(goobers18) — Wed, 18 Jul 2007 09:31:42 -0700

For those in Kansas City, here's a special deal for you out of the Kansas City Star!

persona spa

$50 DISCOUNT FOR FIRST TIME CLIENTS!!!

If you have yet to enjoy the Persona Experience, a visit to our casually elegant Waldo location can be like a mini-vacation without leaving the city. Call us for an appointment by July 28th, mention this ad and you can get a FREE haircut, or a euro-spa pedicure for ONLY $6. For JUST $22 you can get a fabulous massage or European facial. Don't delay! Call us today (816-822-0600) or check us out at:
www.personakc.com

Just tell them you saw the e-add and get the discount! I've already signed up for an appt next week and i'm excited.

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