Food + Beverage

Dating Through The Alphabet

Article by Dara Witte | Photography by Provided Three local restaurants, one letter at a time, chosen for their atmosphere, cuisine, and ability to turn a simple night out into something memorable. Mercury Room- Crossroads 1800 Walnut Street, 14th Floor, Kansas City, MO 64108  https://themercuryroom.com/ Summary: An elevated rooftop cocktail lounge known for panoramic city views, imaginative cocktails, and an experience that feels both glamorous and intimate. The Mood: Moody...

Food + Beverage

Blacklist Energy

Where vintage charm, craft cocktails, and a hidden door create Leawood’s most intriguing night out Article by Lauren Powers | Photography by Janie Jones Tucked quietly into Mission Farms, The Blacklist isn’t the kind of place you stumble into, it’s the kind you’re told about. Maybe with a slight smirk. Maybe with, “Just trust me.” And once you’re in, it all makes sense.   The name alone sets the tone. Owner Jeffrey Gabrielson was drawn to the idea that imperfections make people interesting...

Sports + Recreation

Salvy’s Way

Loyality, Leadership and Philanthropy Article by Angela Broockerd | Photography by Janie Jones Salvador Perez's résumé speaks for itself: World Series MVP, nine-time All-Star, five-time Gold Glove winner. And he's still adding to it. In 2021, he hit 48 home runs, setting the single-season record for a catcher at the time. He also delivered one of the most iconic moments in Royals history in 2014, with a walk-off hit in the Wild Card Game against Oakland, giving  Kansas City its first playoff...

Education

Ask the Expert

Darian Lame Photography by Janie Jones   Many people assume they are fully covered until something goes wrong. What are the most common gaps in coverage you see, even among well-informed clients? The most common gaps I see are in both auto and home insurance policies. On the auto side, many households are underinsured from a liability standpoint. Too many people carry limits that are barely above the state minimums, which can leave them exposed to major lawsuits after an accident. Increasing...