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BEST BETS Who passed our test of the best? It’s time to find out. We tallied up the reader votes and are pleased to announce the winners of our 2019 Best of Columbia contest. There are returning champs and first-timers, but they all have one thing in common: They all represent the best CoMo has to offer!

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TWO-DAY TRIP Discover the lure of historic St. James and its wonderful wine, trout, nature and Route 66.

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LOSING THE LEASH Keep your canine companion happy and healthy with an outing to one of Columbia’s fenced-in dog parks or leash-free areas.

103 COOKING WITH BROOK Who knew broccoli stalks could be so delicious? Wait’ll you taste this sensational salad from Chef Brook Harlan.

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25 SPOTLIGHT Contestants step up in the Missouri Contemporary Ballet’s annual Dancing with Missouri Stars fundraiser.

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HIGH NOTE Hear the stories behind three of today’s top songs.

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35 5 THINGS Soak up the fun at one of Columbia’s many swimming or sprayground options.

HEALTH & WELLNESS Dr. Suman Ahuja explains how to navigate around emotional eating issues.

ROBINSON’S RAMBLINGS Columbia’s a picture-perfect

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87 DASH Take your tastebuds south of the border with tasty chicken tostadas that come together in a snap.

DINING OUT Spice things up a little with a visit to one of these authentic Mexican and Latin-inspired restaurants.

GOOD EATS Discover the power of flower — cauliflower, that is! This versatile superfood contains an

ROADTRIP RESTAURANT A quick trip to Fulton confirms Beks serves up fabulous food in a casual but cool atmosphere.

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118 ON THE TOWN 122 A NEW VIEW 124 DARKOW DRAWS 126 THE FINAL WORD

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Peggy Jean’s Pies enjoyed victory in our 2019 Best of Columbia contest.

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Announcing our Best of Columbia winners is always fun. But it’s especially fun when we reach out to some of them in person with our “Prize Patrol.” Their reactions and excitement are always priceless to see. We captured a few of them in photos this year and you can view a gallery of seriously surprised selectees on our Facebook page.

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FROM THE PUBLISHER

by MELODY PARRY

05/2019

Copping the Top Spots This edition highlights the best that Columbia offers.

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y favorite issue of Inside Columbia is here. Inside these pages you’ll find the 13th annual Best of Columbia awards. While the number 13 may be considered unlucky to some, it’s certainly lucky for this year’s winners. You’ll find gold, silver and bronze medal winners in 59 different categories this year. Our readers responded by voting on everything from the best food and drink to services and professionals in our community.

Every year we add new categories — this year a sampling of those includes Best Pilates Instructor and Best Towing Company. After voters narrowed down their favorite selections in each category, it was finally time to vote on the best companies and personalities of Columbia. And vote they did — thousands of readers voted for their Best of Columbia favorites. Several categories continually boast the same winners —Hall of Famers are referenced in the article, which are those companies or people that have won for five consecutive years. Others were First Timers, who were new to the list. But the one common trait is that they all won the hearts and souls of Columbia residents.

Inside this edition you’ll also discover others who have won our hearts. Max Scherzer’s baseball jersey #31 was recently retired at the University of Missouri’s Taylor Stadium. You’ll want to read about Scherzer’s advancement from pitcher at MU to professional Major League Baseball pitcher for the Washington Nationals. Staying in sync with our awards issue, St. Louis native Scherzer has won no less than three Cy Young Awards.

In this issue you’ll find award-winning styles that are perfect for your next getaway.

How many times have you been limited on suitcase space but needed to take several outfits? Our mother-daughter models give you glimpse of what to pack. You’ll find key pieces you’ll want to include in your suitcase and ideas on how to turn them into 24 outfits.

If you haven’t made your summer vacation plans yet, you might consider a getaway to St. James. Less than two hours from Columbia, this town offers a little for the entire family. You’ll find fishing for trout in the Maramec Spring, the fifth largest in Missouri. With seven wineries in the area, the trip could include tasting rooms and beautiful gardens. Or just explore Route 66, where you can walk or bike on the historic road in downtown St. James.

There’s a lot more to explore in the magazine including articles on Columbia restaurants that serve up Latin flavor and a peek at our local dog parks. But certainly don’t miss our 13th annual Best of Columbia award winners. You’ll be lucky you did.

Inside Columbia Staff CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Carla Leible cleible@zrgmail.com FOUNDER & PUBLISHER EMERITUS Fred Parry fred@insidecolumbia.net PUBLISHER Melody Parry melody@insidecolumbia.net ASSOCIATE EDITOR Peg Gill peg@insidecolumbia.net CONTRIBUTING EDITORS Brook Harlan, Chip Price CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Dr. Suman Ahuja, Amanda Elliott, Jamie Mac, Eli Marchbanks, Diana Lambdin Meyer, Barbara Gibbs Ostmann, John Robinson ART DIRECTOR Tim Flanner tflanner@zrgmail.com PHOTO EDITOR L.G. Patterson lg@insidecolumbia.net GRAPHIC DESIGNERS Jon Sheltmire jsheltmire@zrgmail.com Jenn Smith jsmith@insidecolumbia.net Megan Schmeling mschmeling@insidecolumbia.net CONTRIBUTING ILLUSTRATORS AND PHOTOGRAPHERS John Darkow, Wally Pfeffer

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MOM-ORIAL DAY Mother’s Day in the U.S. dates back to 1908, when Anna Jarvis held a memorial for her mother at a church in West Virginia. In 1914, it became an official holiday observed on the second Sunday of May each year when Woodrow Wilson signed a proclamation.

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SPOTLIGHT

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MCB’s annual dance fundraiser returns.

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f you’re a fan of the hit TV show “Dancing with the Stars,” you can enjoy a live, local version this month when the Missouri Contemporary Ballet (MCB) hosts “Dancing with Missouri Stars,” its annual flagship fundraiser, for the 13th year.

Each year local notables are paired with MCB professionals and compete to raise funds for the ballet. Becky McHugh, who along with Kristen Stout is co-coordinator of Dancing with Missouri Stars, says the event was created as a way to engage the community with the newly formed professional contemporary ballet company.

“Many people remember going to see the ‘Nutcracker’ or ‘Swan Lake’ and have a perception of ballet as very high-brow and froufrou, with tutus and everything,” McHugh says. “Our dancers are athletic, graceful and edgy.”

MCB felt the dance competition would generate lots of interest and attract people in the community, she says, and she was right. Since its inception, the event has outgrown both Hearnes and the Southwell Complex, and drawn more than 1,000 people each year.

Part of its appeal is that it’s not your standard fundraiser, McHugh says.

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“It’s not an auction or a sit-down. It’s so different. It’s very entertaining,” she says. “I think people really secretly admire people who put themselves out there and do that and think, ‘Wow! That is so cool.’ ” So cool, in fact, that some attendees decide they want to dance themselves. In other instances, MCB reaches out to find the event’s stars.

“Six of us try to get a diverse group within the community of different ages, walks of life, social circles and so on,” McHugh says. This year’s eight stars are Beau Aero, Ada Buckman, Renee Hoagenson, Dr. Curt Kippenburger, Cole Mendenhall, Dr. Nathan Skelley, Alan Toigo and Barby Wulff. People can visit the ballet’s website leading up to the competition to learn about the stars and vote for their favorite by pledging a monetary donation. Awards are given to the stars who earn the most in pledges: Best Overall Fundraiser and first, second and third runners up.

In addition, the star/pro pairings dance live the night of the competition. Each duo has three months to practice and perfect two dances. The first is a slow, traditional dance such as a waltz or foxtrot. The second is a “rhythm” dance, such as the paso doble or quickstep. The choreography, costumes and music selection are all entirely up to the dance duos.

The Judges’ Choice Award and trophy go to the pair earning the highest point total from the three judges. There is also a Best Costume Award and, new this year, Doug’s Pick, awarded at emcee Doug Pugh’s discretion. Pugh is assisted in his duties by Megan Judy of KOMU. This year’s judging panel includes last year’s winner, attorney Melissa Faurot, along with Columbia business owner and musician Norm Ruebling and a professional ballroom judge.

McHugh stresses MCB is a professional dance company composed of professional dancers in their mid- to late20s, not students. The company brings so much to the community, she says, that Dancing with Missouri Stars is one way to ensure that it continues.

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p.m.; 2001 E. Broadway; 573-443-3161; www.dbrl.org MAY 3 Don’t miss The Ozark Mountain Daredevils at the Missouri Theatre. The group has been aptly described as “a ragtag collection of hippies, bohemians and musicians of no fixed ambition.” They have always been indefinable in terms of music genres, producing sounds of country-rock and electric bluegrass all on the same record. From $50; 7 p.m.; 203 S. Ninth St.; 573-882-3781; www.concertseries.org

MAY 1 Kick off the month of May with Tons of Trucks. Trucks and other vehicles of all shapes and sizes will be on display for you to admire, wander around, climb on and sit in. Free; 4 to 7 p.m.; Columbia Mall, Target wing parking lot; 573-874-7460; www. como.gov/parksandrec MAY 1–5 Maplewood Barn Theatre presents “Floyd Collins.” This bluegrass musical drama portrays the misfortune of Floyd Collins, who, in 1925 while turning a Kentucky cave into a tourist attraction, became trapped underground. $12 adults, $3 children; 8 p.m.; 2900 E. Nifong Blvd.; 573-227-BARN (2276); www.maplewoodbarn.com MAY 2 Fans of country crooner Kenny Chesney, known as “No Shoes Nation,” will be stoked that he’s bringing his Songs for the Saints Tour to Mizzou Arena. The tour will play at 19 stadiums this summer,

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all of which are half the size he normally plays, to bring his fans a more intimate concert experience. Prices vary, various ticket vendors; 7 p.m.; 1 Champions Drive; www.kennychesney.com MAY 2 Come out to Stephens Lake Park Amphitheater for Jim Cosgrove & The Hiccups. The group’s been bringing families together through music for two decades. Come sing, dance and play in the band at this high-energy, interactive show that will get the whole family rockin’. In case of rain, the event will be held at the Columbia Public Library. Free; 6

MAY 3 Have a good time for a good cause at a benefit for Pascale’s Pals at Rose Music Hall featuring legendary blues and soul giant Tommy Castro & The PainKillers. $15; 9 p.m.; 1013 Park Ave.; 573-8741944; www.rosemusichall.com MAY 3–5 Travel down the rabbit hole and join Alice, one of literature’s most beloved heroines, in her madcap adventures when TRYPS Children’s Theater presents “Disney’s Alice in Wonderland JR” at the Warehouse Theatre. Featuring updated songs from Disney’s thrilling animated motion picture, it’s a fast-paced take on the classic tale. $12 adults, $7 children; 7 p.m.

Friday and Saturday night with 2 p.m. matinee Saturday and Sunday; 104 Willis; 573-449-4536; www.trypskids.com MAY 3–5, 9–10 Join the Stephens College Theatre Department for the American musical theatrical gem “Pippin” at Macklanburg Playhouse. $18 adults, $9 students/seniors; 7:30 p.m. with 2 p.m. Sunday matinee; 100 Willis Ave.; 573-876-7199; www.stephens.edu

MAY 4 Do you have a promising pitcher, budding batter or rising runner? Bring your boys and girls ages 14 and younger to Albert-Oakland Park for the MLB Pitch, Hit and Run and Junior Home Run Derby competitions. Both are limited to 100 participants. A copy of birth certificate or baptismal record is required for proof of age. Free; 9:30 a.m. Pitch, Hit and Run registration and warmup, 12:30 p.m. Home Run Derby registration and warmup; 1900 Blue Ridge Road; 573-873-7460; www.como.gov/ parksandrec

admission; 8 a.m. to noon; 1769 W. Ash St.; www.columbiafarmersmarket.org

MAY 10 Bring a blanket out to Cosmo Park and enjoy a Movies in the Park movie on the large, inflatable screen. This month’s presentation is “The Greatest Showman.”

Concessions and food trucks will be available. Free; 8:30 p.m.; 1615 Business Loop 70 W.; 573-874-7460; www.como.gov/ parksandrec

MAY 6 Come laugh out loud at the Arts for Autism Comedy Fundraiser. Nationally renowned comedians Kathleen Madigan and Lewis Black return to the Missouri Theatre to raise autism awareness and to support the amazing work done at the MU Thompson Center for Autism & Neurodevelopmental Disorders. From $47.50; 7 p.m.; 203 S. Ninth St.; 573-882-3781; www.concertseries.org

MAY 4 Catch Grammy Award-nominated, platinum-certified country artist and 2013 Winner of “The Voice” Cassadee Pope in the CMT Next Women of Country Tour at The Blue Note. With Clare Dunn and Hannah Ellis. $15; 8:30 p.m.; 17 N. Ninth St.; 573-874-1944; www.thebluenote.com MAY 4, 11, 18, 25 Visit the Columbia Farmers Market in its new location in the new MU Health Care Pavilion at Columbia’s new Agriculture Park. Enjoy shopping with all your favorite Columbia Farmers Market farmers and artisans, music, kids activities, gardening workshops and more. Free

Armstrong. Free; 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.; 100 W. Broadway; 573-443-3161; www.dbrl.org

MAY 9 Come celebrate the 2019 Best of Columbia winners at the annual Best of Columbia Party at The Plaza Event Center at Parkade. Enjoy mixing and mingling while you sample food and drinks from many of Columbia’s award-winners at the best party of the year. $20; 5:30 to 8 p.m.; 601 Business Loop W.; 573-8751099; www.bestofcolumbiamo.com MAY 10 Don’t miss your chance to Party With the Stars in the Gene Martin Secret Garden at the Columbia Public Library.

(Enter through the Gene Martin Secret Garden at the west end of the main parking lot.) Watch a slide show about the first moon landing, then, weather permitting, go outside to look through a high-powered telescope at the Sea of Tranquility and the crater

MAY 10 Join the Columbia Center for Urban Agriculture for a free meal of soup and bread at Empty Bowls, a fundraiser at the Agriculture Park’s MU Health Care Pavilion. Handcrafted bowls can be purchased to support CCUA’s Planting for the Pantry Program. Donations ensure that fresh local food from the Urban Farm is distributed to local food pantries, as well as support CCUA’s garden education programming. Free meal, $5-$20 suggested donation for bowl purchase; 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. lunch, 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. dinner; 1701 W. Ash; 573-514-4174; columbiaurbanag. org/emptybowls MAY 10, 24 Enjoy an evening of fun and relaxation at Jefferson Farm and Garden’s Fun Family Fishing Night! Fish in the 7-acre stocked pond. Admission is $5 per angler and includes pole rental and bait. Fishing is catchand-release and no license is required. $5, age 4 & under free; 6 to 8 p.m.; 4800 E. New Haven Road; 573-239-6134; www. jefferson.missouri.edu MAY 11 Bring your family to see the Missoula Children’s Theatre’s “The Frog Prince” at Jesse Auditorium. Deep in the royal swamp, a lonely frog retrieves a golden ball for Princess Prim in exchange for friendship. $15 adults, $10 children; 3 and 6 p.m.; MU campus; 573-882-3781; www. concertseries.org MAY 11 Come out for the Heritage Day Block Party, the unofficial opening of Douglass

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Park for the summer. Enjoy balloons, table games for kids and adults, live music and family fun. There will also be free food and a job fair. Bring your lawn chair and enjoy the park! Free; 4 to 8 p.m.; 400 N. Providence Road; 573-874-7460; como. gov/parksandrec MAY 11–19 Take part in the 18th annual Bike, Walk & Wheel Week, Columbia’s celebration of being active. There are lots of biking, walking and wheeling events scheduled, plus you can ride the city buses, including Paratransit, for free all week long. Free; hours and events vary; 573-999-9894; www.pednet.org MAY 15 Don’t miss Parks and Recreation’s first Family Fun Fest of 2019! Come out to Cosmo Park for Family Fun Fest: Kindness Carnival, featuring music, fun, crafts and activities promoting kindness and

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mental health. Free; 6 to 8 p.m.; 1615 Business Loop 70 W.; 573-874-7460; www. como.gov/parksandrec

registration at Welcome Home/Patriot Place Apts., 2112 Business Loop 70 E., 4:30 p.m. last bike in at Jake’s Bar & Grill, 5695 Clark Lane; for more information call Chris 573239-4810 or Smiley 573-881-6582

MAY 17–19 The University of Missouri Commencement ceremony and related events take place over three days in various locations on the Mizzou campus. Each school or college graduates together. Most ceremonies take place at Hearnes Center, Mizzou Arena or Jesse Auditorium. Tickets depend on the school/college; various times and locations; Mizzou campus; 573882-7831; commencement.missouri.edu/ may-2019-ceremonies-and-events/

MAY 18–SEPTEMBER 2 Plan to take part in the 2019 Visit Your Park Playgrounds Challenge. Visit playgrounds at 10 or more different parks, track your visits and turn in your completed tracking sheet to receive a prize. It’s a great way to spend your summer and a great chance to visit new parks. Free; anytime; parks throughout Columbia; 573874-7460; www.como.gov/parksandrec

MAY 18 Rev up your bike and take part in the 4th annual Band of Brothers Patriot Poker Run to benefit Welcome Home. After the run, enjoy food, drinks and an auction at Jake’s Bar & Grill. $10 each person’s first hand, $5 for an additional hand; 10:30 a.m. to noon

MAY 21 Gear up for the MKT Secret Access Trail Ride. This 10-mile round-trip ride will help acquaint you with the MKT Trail. Cyclists will travel at a leisurely pace highlighting access to popular retail locations, neighborhoods and the Hinkson Creek and County

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House Trails. Helmets are required. A front and rear taillight are recommended. Ages 16+. Free, but registration is suggested to receive weather-related notifications; Flat Branch Park playground; 573-874-7460; www.como.gov/parksandrec MAY 25–26 The annual Pedaler’s Jamboree over Memorial Day weekend is a biking-based music fest along the Katy Trail from Flat Branch Park to Kemper Park in Boonville.

Enjoy the scenic views and stop at your convenience at a handful of locations for live music and entertainment throughout the day. Prices vary; ride starts between 7:30 and 10 a.m.; 101 S. Fourth St. (Flat Branch Park), 757 Third St., Boonville (Kemper Park); 573-234-4642; www.pedalersjamboree.com MAY 25–26 Enjoy a high-flying time when the annual Salute To Veterans Memorial Day

Weekend Celebration and Airshow takes place. Due to construction at Columbia Regional Airport, this year’s event will held at Jefferson City Memorial Airport. Scores of vintage military aircraft will be on display, along with a schedule of thrilling aerial performances. Free; 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.; 500 Airport Road, Jefferson City; www.salute.org

Center! The event features helpful hints, demos, giveaways and more—all bundled up in one convenient place. Lots of babyrelated businesses will be on hand — including photographers who can capture your adorable addition. $5, kids 10 & under free; 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.; 2200 I-70 Drive S.W.; 573875-1099; www.midmobabyexpo.com

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JUNE 13–16, 20–23, 27–30 Don’t miss CEC’s production of the hilarious hit “Hairspray.” It follows Tracy Turnblad, a teenager with all the right moves, and her efforts to integrate a popular TV dance show. $14 adults, $12 students/seniors; 7:30 p.m. with 2 p.m.

Sunday matinee; 1800 Nelwood Drive; 573-474-3699; www.cectheatre.org

JUNE 1 If you’re expecting a new addition to your family, you won’t want to miss the MidMo Baby Expo at the Holiday Inn Expo

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HIGH NOTE

by JAMIE MAC

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The Story Behind the Song Three things you may not know about your favorite music.

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his selection of top trending songs across the genres will keep you in the know on the music scene. Here’s some insider information on how top artists found their inspiration.

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“ONE THAT GOT AWAY”

BY MICHAEL RAY After a very public DUI arrest in 2018, things have started to turn around for Michael Ray. Recently, he got engaged to fellow country singer Carly Pearce; he just received his first Academy of Country Music Award nomination for New Male Vocalist of the Year; and he has a big radio hit with the “One That Got Away.”

This song could be considered a breakup song, but it focuses less on the relationship coming to an end and more on enjoying the ride. Ray tells TheBoot.com that it’s a feel-good summer song, saying, “I don’t know why this person’s into me because they shouldn’t be, but I’m gonna ride it out. And if it ends, well, then it’s gonna be one hell of a story.”

You can check out Michael Ray at The Blue Note on Friday, Sept. 20.

“WHO DO YOU LOVE” BY CHAINSMOKERS FEAT. 5 SECONDS OF SUMMER At the onset, it seems like an odd collaboration: EDM DJs plus Aussie Pop-punk rockers. But it works!

In fact, it really works and is super catchy, which is kind of what the Chainsmokers are known for.

Over the past few years, both groups were in a slump, but while

5 Seconds of Summer found a rebirth in “Youngblood” (Inside Columbia, November 2018), Chainsmokers have needed “something just like this” to overcome their self-indulgent, pouty songs of late. And this equation is nothing new for creating a pop hit: break-up anthem with a catchy singalong chorus.

You can experience the power of the track and the collaboration as the two groups tour together later this year, with stops in Kansas City and St. Louis in November.

“YOU SAY” BY LAUREN DAIGLE No, that’s not a new Adele single you’ve been hearing. That’s Lauren Daigle, a familiar name in Contemporary Christian music that’s crossed over into the mainstream with her inspiring single, “You Say.” While it is a love song to someone who inspires her to be better, it’s not a romantic love. It’s a profession of her love for her God, who she trusts will take care of her, even in uncertainty. Daigle says the song came from a time when she was quite conflicted, not quite knowing where her rising fame was taking her, being at a crossroads where her past was clear and future looked good but the present was a mess. She felt pulled in many directions. This song became her reminder that all was good with her faith in God. The song serves as affirmation to us all that we are good enough no matter how messy life gets and inspires us to trust in that.

Jamie Mac is the director of programming and new media of Zimmer Radio Group, which includes KCLR 99, Y107 FM and 101.9 The Wave. He has worked in radio for 12 years.

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He recently updated the article to account for technology advances in stroke care.

One of his favorite works has yet to connect with an audience, though.

“I’ve actually written a movie script,” says Gomez, a film buff and amateur cinematographer. “It’s a mystery thriller set in 1099 AD around the First Crusade called ‘Royal Blood.’ The script has been registered and offered to producers but has yet to generate any interest.”

While he waits for Hollywood to bite, Gomez will continue to do what he does best: save and improve our patients’ lives.

Gomez, who is originally from Cuba, is a part of the team that makes up mid-Missouri’s only Level 1 comprehensive stroke center. MU Health Care’s University Hospital has a stroke team available around the clock to guarantee patients are seen, scanned, diagnosed and treated within 90 minutes of arrival. That was a major draw for Gomez who, as an interventional neurologist, was eager to join a team of this caliber.

“We get to help patients who suffer from strokes and aneurysms by performing procedures such as placing stents in brain arteries,” he says.

Working at mid-Missouri’s only academic health system, Gomez looks forward to teaching younger doctors and conducting research that ultimately could lead to Hollywood endings for patients.

“Being part of the research and treatment advances in our field during my tenure is a rewarding experience for me, both personally and professionally,” Gomez says. “I have seen many changes in neurology over almost 40 years of practice, and many of these changes were only dreams when I began my career. So it is safe to say that I have seen dreams come true.”

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Super Soakers 5 things that can cool you off this summer.

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MEMORIAL DAY marks the start of summer. What says summer more than swimming? Or getting soaked at a sprayground? Most kids can’t wait to break out their swimwear and swim gear and get in on water-filled fun. Columbia offers plenty of outdoor options for those looking to beat the heat and splish and splash to their hearts’ content. Here are five:

STEPHENS LAKE BEACH AND SPRAYGROUNDS at 100 Old 63 N. are free and open to the public. With no lifeguards on duty, visitors swim at their own risk. The area offers a sand beach and roped-off area for swimming. Its spraygrounds are the largest in Columbia’s park system and offer spray rings, water columns, stream jets and more.

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ALBERT-OAKLAND FAMILY AQUATIC CENTER at 1900 Blue Ridge Road has a 50-meter pool, two diving boards and a tripleloop enclosed flume side, and is Columbia’s biggest outdoor municipal pool.

FLAT BRANCH SPRAYGROUNDS AND OUTDOOR AMPHITHEATER at 400 N. Locust St. This free city spraygrounds is a great wet bet in the summer.

Kids love playing in the push button-activated water attraction that uses recycled, chlorinated water.

LITTLE MATES COVE OUTDOOR AQUATIC WATER FACILITY is located in Twin Lakes Recreation Area at 2500 Chapel Hill Road. This pirate-themed perennial kids’ favorite features slides, sprinklers, waterfalls and water cannons.

DOUGLASS FAMILY AQUATIC CENTER at 400 N. Providence Road features a two-loop slide, climbing wall and spraygrounds.

It’s a value for families because it has the lowest entrance fee of all of Columbia’s municipal pools.

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HEALTH & WELLNESS

by DR. SUMAN AHUJA

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Hunger Games Mindful eating addresses emotional cravings.

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he idea of “eating your feelings” is not a new concept, yet time and again we do exactly that. We eat our feelings before we find that magic diet, and we eat our feelings when that magic diet fails us, as many diets do. One of the primary reasons why diets fail is because they are not sustainable in the long term, but going further, diets cannot address many clinical causes of personal health issues, such as emotional eating. On the other hand, eating for your health can address the underlying issues a diet will fail to meet.

Many look to food to relieve stress or cope with unpleasant emotions such as sadness, depression, loneliness or boredom. The truth is, after eating that cookie or cheesecake, we feel worse than the initial emotional motivation that compelled us to eat it. After emotional food binging, not only does the original emotional issue remain, but we also feel

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guilty for overeating. Sabotaging health and feeling powerless when it comes to food need not become a reality. By practicing a few clinically proven mindful techniques, anyone can navigate an emotional eating issue.

EMOTIONAL HUNGER VS. TRUE HUNGER Recently, I wrote about the importance of gut health. The gut is in constant communication with the brain. These two organs are having a continuous conversation about emotions, hunger, immune functions and fighting chronic diseases such as diabetes and cancer. Therefore, to initiate a healthy eating plan, or “mindful” eating, it is crucial to be able to tell the difference between emotional hunger and physical hunger.

This connection between the gut and emotions is important in understanding why most cravings, mainly sugar and

salt, create a vicious cycle by modulating gut health. For example, someone who is feeling upset might choose to soothe that emotion by reaching for cheesecake; however, once the cake has been consumed, the emotional state feels worse in a few hours — and another craving is born.

Occasionally using food as a reward or a means of celebration isn’t necessarily a bad thing. But when eating is your primary emotional coping mechanism, you get stuck in an unhealthy cycle where the real problem is not addressed. Emotional hunger can never be satisfied by giving in to your cravings. This is where knowing the difference between emotional hunger and true hunger can be beneficial.

If after eating something you feel guilt, shame, enhanced cravings, aches and pain (especially headaches and migraines), a sense of loss of control or increased hunger, chances are you are eating to satisfy an emotional hunger. Unlike physical hunger,

“I cannot think of a more fulfilling profession than being a dermatologist. My medical career began training to be a family physician because I wanted to treat many conditions for people of all ages. After a dermatology rotation the last months of medical school I realized what a great specialty it is. After a year in family medicine, I was fortunate to join the University of Missouri dermatology residency program and trained under Dr. Phil Anderson along with a fantastic batch of fellow residents in the late 1980s. I finished dermatology training with a fellowship in dermatopathology in Denver, then served on the faculty at MU for several years before entering private practice in 1992.

As a dermatologist I am equipped to treat over 3,000 conditions of the skin, hair and nails. I perform everything from biopsies to complex skin surgeries. I see people of all ages. I am sometimes able to remedy their concern in one visit and sometimes I work with people to manage their conditions over the course of their lives. In a typical day I might treat common issues in one room, only to enter the next room and see a patient with a skin rash that is a window to their internal health. I can help rejuvenate aged and weathered skin, but spend more time working to prevent sun damage to aging skin and teaching folks how to manage their skin issues.

In the spring of 2019, I discovered a wonderful opportunity with the Jefferson City Medical Group and with their help established Missouri Medical Group-Dermatology on the east side of Jefferson City at their Elm Court location. I work fulltime, five days a week caring for patients and reading skin biopsy slides. I enjoy the expertise and support of the JCMG/MMG team, which allows me to achieve my goal to provide excellent patient care. Thanks to their administrative skills I have more time for my patients and can focus on their dermatologic needs. I enjoy being part of a collaborative multispecialty group of over 100 skilled providers.

Could we do a small callout with the text Now practicing in Jefferson City and list the address with this photo small at the bottom?

In the near future we hope to establish satellite MMG dermatology clinics in the surrounding communities and expand our care for the citizens of mid-Missouri.�

Now practicing in Jefferson City

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emotional hunger is controlled by specific cravings, which are attached to emotions and lead to mindless eating.

COMBATING EMOTIONAL EATING If you are an emotional eater, you are not alone. Emotional eating is a major cause of overeating for women and one of the biggest reasons for fluctuating weight patterns in both women and men. Additionally, if you are hoping to use willpower to stop cravings, you will find your struggles only get harder.

Willpower is a limited resource, and the more you use it, the less available it becomes. It is a resource that diminishes your self-efficacy upon frequent use. The goal when combating emotional eating is to first and foremost address the root cause instead of attempting to use willpower or a fad diet. Both of those will only mask the symptoms for a short period of time. When they fail, any progress made will diminish.

The first step in addressing the root causes of emotional eating is to practice self-respect and compassion. Give your-

LIF E self the respect and compassion you would allow a friend or a family member. Even though you are using food in a way that you despise, you are eating the way that you do for a reason. Being hard on yourself will only cause the emotions to return, and before you know it, you are binging on your cravings.

MINDFUL EATING The term “mindful” can be misconstrued as a spiritual or religious idea. Mindfulness, in the case of mindful eating, does not require a vow of silence while sitting atop a mountain surrounded by incense. Instead, mindfulness is a scientific and clinically proven strategy to deal with anxiety, stress and other emotions that might incite emotional eating.

Mindful eating requires paying full attention to the experience of eating and drinking, both outside and within the body, beginning at the grocery store. Be sure to practice mindful shopping to prevent impulse buys, and avoid going to the store on an empty stomach. Prepare a list of healthy

foods, and shop the produce department rather than the processed foods aisle.

Next, do not skip meals. Emotional eating is enhanced when you get to the dinner table with a ravenous hunger. Appreciate your food and slow your meal down to enjoy it. If you want to up the game, track your food as well when you eat. This not only helps to curb emotional eating but can aid in weight loss, as well.

Finally, channel the words of your mom or grandmother you heard when you were little: Chew your food thoroughly. Chewing your food allows appetite hormones to communicate effectively. The brain then curbs appetite by stalling the hormone that makes us hungry and instead activates the one that makes us feel full.

Dr. Suman Ahuja completed her education at Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons in New York and at Texas Tech. She has a a doctorate in Clinical Nutrition with an emphasis on obesity treatment and prevention.

caving to craving? ask these questions.

Asking yourself some important questions can open doors for some reality checks and allow you an understanding of the root causes of your cravings. Sometimes, a root cause might be clinical in nature. For example, you might be craving a certain food because of underlying nutritional deficiencies. Let’s assume you have cut back on all carbs; chances are you might have unintentionally developed micronutrient deficiencies that are presenting themselves as sugar or salt cravings.

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Too often we are focused on finding the answers to facts we don’t know; however, we rarely indulge in questions addressing what we already know. So, to ensure you are addressing the root causes of emotional eating, ask yourself why you consumed your cravings on that particular day.

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On the other hand, answers to some of your questions may help you determine some unaddressed emotional cues that might be causing cravings.

Answers to these questions might or might not come immediately; however, considering them will allow you to become more “mindful” instead of using willpower to fight cravings only to discover it’s a losing battle.

Practice writing down the feelings you had before, during and after consumption of the craved item.

What key emotions are you tracking over time that lead to episodes of emotional eating?

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Can you put off that craving for one, two or five minutes before you react to the first thought?

PROMOTION

How to keep

BEATING THE ODDS. As many as 80 percent of people who joined a gym in January quit within ve months. Fitness pros call these people “no-shows.” But you don’t have to join their ranks. You can be one of the continuing success stories. Try employing the following ve tips to help you stay motivated and stick with exercising long after that ve-month marker has passed.

SET BROADER, MORE MEANINGFUL GOALS. Sure, exercise is a huge part of achieving weight loss goals, but it is also important to remember that regular physical activity can literally add years to a person’s life. Set more signiicant goals, like being around to witness grandchildren (and great-grandchildren) grow up. These are the types of heartwarming convictions that truly motivate.

REMEMBER THE RESEARCH. How does exercise add years to people’s lives?

Science has all the answers, proving time and time again that regular exercise reduces the risk of chronic diseases, boosts metabolism, maintains muscle mass, improves mental function, enhances sleep and supports good energy levels … just to name a few beneets!

START THINKING LIKE AN ATHLETE. A person who thinks like a

couch potato will have a hard time ever convincing themselves to get up and go to the gym. Whether a person feels and looks like an athlete does not matter; thinking in those terms provides a level of persuasion and responsibility that more negative mindsets do not. A shift in perspective is a powerful motivator.

SET A SCHEDULE. Life will never slow down to allow more time to start an effective

exercise routine. For this reason, predetermined schedules must be set in order to provide a level of accountability. Determine a timeframe to exercise and do not allow anything else to bleed over into that slot. If life gets extra hectic, try writing reminders in planners and setting phone alarms so that exercising stays top-of-mind.

FIND A WORKOUT PARTNER. Motivation is a nicky thing and can sometimes start to

disappear no matter the measures taken to keep it around. In these instances, the motivation of others can be used as a substitute. Find a friend, family member or coworker and determine to feed off of their motivation during tough times while also committing to encourage them when needed.

Bonus tip: Schedule workouts at the same time to provide an increased level of accountability.

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by J OHN DRAKE ROBINSON

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Columbia’s Best View

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ood looks? They’re everywhere in Columbia. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder, of course, so behold this list of two dozen of the best views in Columbia. Pick your favorite, or add your own.

Sitting downtown at a bench or a table, the view up and down Ninth Street is inspirational: two independent bookstores, two theaters, an iconic shoe store, a score of eateries, a carafe of coffee shops and even a hookah lounge.

Or leave the sidewalk, grab a table at Flat Branch Pub and watch the patrons on the patio.

Some views tug at your heart, like watching your daughter’s wedding photo shoot at Shelter Gardens. Or take shelter

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of another type and peer out from the cavern at Rock Bridge State Park.

From the 12th tee at A.L. Gustin Golf Course, you can see a giant white mansion a mile in the distance. Or maybe the best view happens when looking for your ball on the approach to the third green and spotting Jesse Hall gleaming in the distance. Six nearby courses offer their best views, too.

Some people think Columbia’s best view is at Stephens Lake Park, stage-side, watching Roots N Blues N BBQ performers. The Burney Sisters. John Prine. The Mavericks. Of course, Stephens Lake Park is a great view anytime.

Perhaps Columbia’s most photographed side is from the courthouse looking down

the Avenue of the Columns at Jesse Hall.

On Francis Quadrangle it’s fun to sit on a bench with Thomas Jefferson and watch the energy of a college campus. Or you might favor a more intimate view inside Jesse Auditorium listening to the Ozark Mountain Daredevils or watching the Missouri Contemporary Ballet.

Even more intimate, get up close to your favorite jazz act at Murry’s while chomping the only-in-Columbia Brock’s pepper rings.

You can’t beat the view of a screen from a comfy stuffed chair in the back of RagTag Cinema, watching the best works from the Citizen Jane Festival, or an Indie documentary at the True/False Film Fest.

From the comfortable third-floor reading parlor at the Columbia Public Library,

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Beauty shots abound around town.

look up from your book to get a picturewindow view of downtown.

Stroll through the Thomas Hart Benton collection at the State Historical Society of Missouri and anticipate the view from the society’s soon-to-be-completed new digs downtown.

If the timing is right, the vibrant autumn colors of a packed Memorial Stadium, Faurot Field, will attract 10,000 Monarch butterflies to watch the pageantry of bigtime college football as the Monarchs wing toward Mexico.

Meanwhile, enjoy the game — any game — on TV from a table at Booches or Shiloh Bar & Grill or any of a multitude of watering holes, take your pick.

Some views are straight up. Countless times I’ve been digging in my garden when I hear — then see — a hot air balloon chase another colorful balloon across the sky.

When night falls, you can’t beat stargazing from Laws Observatory at Mizzou, or the Rock Bridge High School Planetarium.

Check these venues for dates and times.

Find visual delights along the Katy Trail Spur moving through forests and fields and wildlife. Or walk through Bonnie View Nature Sanctuary, an urban wildlife preserve in the heart of the city. If you’re adventurous, get a view of the Missouri River from your perch at Eagle Bluffs. Or take a more civilized path to Les Bourgeois Winery and drink in the view.

Working up an appetite, I love staring down at a platter of tacos al pastor from La Terraza Mexican Grill. Shhh ... this is my secret.

But maybe, with a libation and good friends, the best view of Columbia is any direction you look from the Rooftop Bar atop the Doubletree downtown.

John Drake Robinson is a former director of the Missouri Division of Tourism and has driven every mile of highway in the state. He is the author of Souls Along the Road.

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hether you want to fish for trout, tour local wineries, explore Route 66 or enjoy the great outdoors, St. James has what you’re seeking.

Originally a settlement called Big Prairie, the town was briefly known as Scioto, after the town of Scioto, Ohio, where some of the early settlers originated. In 1860, the name was changed to St. James, in tribute to Thomas James, who built the Maramec Iron Works, the first commercially viable iron works west of the Mississippi River, which operated from 1829 to 1878.

The name “James” is present in many places in town, thanks primarily to Lucy Wortham James, a descendant of Thomas James. A wealthy philanthropist who lived part time in St. James, she created The James Foundation, a charitable organization that founded the 56-acre St. James City Park, the James Memorial Public Library and Maramec Spring Park, which is a must-see during your getaway. There was a time, before the Missouri River chose to reroute itself in 1858, that Weston was the second-largest river port in Missouri, second only to St. Louis. Today it’s a charming little community that celebrates its heritage, its rural setting and the appeal the combination has to visitors from across the Midwest.

Maramec Spring Park

Instagram-worthy photo opportunities abound in Maramec Spring Park. The park’s namesake, Maramec Spring, is the fifth-largest in Missouri, with an average daily flow of 96 million gallons. In 1971, the spring was the first National Natural Landmark registered in Missouri.

Walking paths lead visitors around the beautiful spring pool and along the spring branch.

Although Maramec Spring Park is owned and operated by The James Foundation, the Missouri Department of Conservation operates a trout hatchery in the park, which is one of Missouri’s four trout parks. The spring branch is stocked daily from March through October. Catch-and-release fishing runs from November through February. The branch flows into the Meramec River, which is popular for floating and fishing.

The park is an 1,860-acre wildlife refuge.

Public use is concentrated in a 200-acre area with campground, café, store, two museums, picnic shelters, playgrounds and the imposing remains of the Maramec Iron Works.

The Maramec Iron Works District was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1969. The second full weekend of October is celebrated as Old Iron Works Days, with more than 50 artisans demonstrating crafts from the 1800s.

(In case you’re wondering about the spelling, the spring and park are spelled Maramec, while the river and the state park near Sullivan are spelled Meramec.)

Italian Wine Heritage The 1870s depression that followed the Civil War and the decline of the area’s iron works led to the development of the lumber, agriculture and winemaking industries. Italian immigrants moved to the area, planted vineyards and began making wine. Today, St. James is part of the Ozark Highlands viticultural area and boasts a bevy of wineries that reflect varied heritages.

The major player is St. James Winery, easily visible from Interstate 44, with an extensive tasting room and gift shop, landscaped garden and a new venture next door,

the Public House Brewing Company, which serves craft beers and locally sourced food.

Nearby is Meramec Vineyards, which serves lunch in its bistro, and Eagle’s Landing Winery with its Just A Taste restaurant. There are five other wineries in the area, each with a distinct personality. The Meramec River Wine Trail coordinates special events throughout the year.

If you’re in the area during the fall grape harvest, be sure to stop at one of the roadside stands along I-44 for fresh Concord and other grapes, grape pie, grape preserves and more. It’s a tasty local tradition.

More to See & Do

The town straddles I-44, and your first stop should be the Tourist Information Center, prominently located on the northeast corner of the I-44 and Highway 68 interchange. Stock up on maps and brochures, and talk with the friendly locals who run the center for personal suggestions on where to eat and sleep and what to see and do. You can buy tickets to area events there, or stretch your legs on the half-mile paved walking path.

Historic Route 66 runs through downtown south of the interstate. St. James claims the only divided boulevard section of the Mother Road in the Midwest. You can walk or cycle along the city’s hiking and biking path in the median.

You might get “sucked in” at the quirky Vacuum Cleaner Museum on Route 66 to the east of town. Yes, vacuum cleaners.

The collection boasts almost 600 models spanning more than a century.

There’s a golf course, water park, billiard hall and plenty of shopping. St. James also is a gateway to the Ozarks, with its clear streams that lure anglers and paddlers year-round.

Sleep, Eat, Repeat

Splurge on fine dining at Sybill’s Restaurant, or enjoy more casual meals at Country Bob’s Café, St. James Marketplace Café or a dozen other eateries around town. Be sure to leave room for a frozen treat at Ruby’s Ice Cream.

Rest your head at the Painted Lady Bed & Breakfast, or opt for one of the four campgrounds and RV parks in the area. You’ll return to Columbia refreshed and energized and already planning a repeat visit.

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t’s no secret Columbians love their dogs.

If they aren’t dog owners themselves, they likely know others who are. Molly Aust, the city’s animal control supervisor, says an average of 5,000 dog licenses are issued here each year.

Columbia has a veterinary school, numerous vets, groomers and trainers, plenty of pet stores, boarding facilities and doggie day cares, several rescues and a canine sports center. We also have ample dog parks and leash-free areas. All told, Columbia has nearly 14.5 acres of fenced-in dog parks and about 270 leash-free acres.

In terms of fenced-in dog parks, canine companions have quite a few to explore.

Twin Lakes Recreation Center actually houses three dog parks: Lakeside Dog Park, Paws Pond Dog Park and Off-Season Dog Park. Lakeside is for dogs of all sizes, while Paws Pond is for small dogs no taller than 18 inches at their shoulders. These two parks are open April 15 to Oct. 15. Off-Season Dog Park, as the name implies, is open in the off-season, generally December through

February. There are also fenced dog parks at Garth Nature Area and Indian Hills Park.

Columbia’s two leash-free areas are Grindstone Nature Area and Bear Creek Nature Area at Cosmo Park. Any dogs offleash must be under their owner’s control, and owners are responsible for picking up any waste their dogs might leave at both fenced-in and leash-free parks.

Brad Johnson, a local dog trainer and pet parent to 8-year-old Weimaraner

park. Because the more you take your dogs to the dog park, the more comfortable and socialized they’ll be.”

Johnson enjoys taking Bentley to Twin Lakes Recreation Area.

“Twin Lakes would probably be my favorite,” he says. “One entire length of the dog park is flanked by the lake. There are concrete pads leading into the water that eliminate the excessive muddy and rocky, uneven terrain, so you can get a flight — you can get your dog to just run and jump right in the water and not get mired in the mud. There’s a shower station, too. It has a stainless-steel bench the dog walks up on and a post for leashing them. Remember, if you go, bring a towel and dog shampoo.”

He advises doing a little work with your dog before letting them off-leash.

“Right out of the car, I go on-leash, when they’re super-excited. We’ll do a bunch of zigzags, controlled walking. They’re much more receptive to interacting with you if you do a little bit of training and leash work before off-leashing them into the dog park.

Nothing gets them more spent than running around with other dogs,” he says. “A wellexercised dog is a well-behaved dog.”

Speaking of behavior, Johnson says you do sometimes run the risk of encountering problem pets.

“Healthy, happy dogs will always find an equilibrium; they’re always going to find a quick hierarchy and get to playing and running and chasing. It’s malnourished or neglected dogs that you want to keep an eye out for. Those are dogs that would have a tendency to get into a dogfight. Sometimes you will have people who will take their ‘misfit’ dog and just off-leash them at a dog park with no diligence or no leash walking.

They’re not working with the dog; they just

“A well-exercised dog is a well-behaved dog.”

- Brad Johnson Bentley, a high-energy breed, is a big proponent of dog parks.

“Dog parks are really great if you don’t have the space to unleash dogs or the frequency in socializing,” Johnson says. “If you don’t have a neighbor dog or a yard you can go play in, then you have to go to the dog

want to let the dog run around and be crazy,” he says. “That can be annoying if you’re trying to play fetch with your dog, and you’ve got a delinquent in there running around.

Luckily, Twin Lakes is a big area, and if there are some troubling dogs in one part you can just keep walking and find a nice new spot.”

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Leash-free Grindstone Nature Area 2011 Old 63 South This nature area has almost 200 acres for dogs to explore and includes woods, open fields, bluffs and Grindstone Creek. Dog owners must make sure they don’t allow their off-leash dogs onto the Hinkson Creek Trail that also runs through the area. A picnic shelter and restrooms are nearby.

Cosmo Park – Bear Creek Nature Area 1615 Business Loop 70 West Located on the north end of Cosmo Park, dogs have about 70 acres to roam leash-free. However, dog owners must make sure they keep their off-leash dogs away from the Bear Creek Trail and Rhett’s Run Mountain Bike Trail, which both run through the area. Park users can reach this nature area from the Skate Park parking lot.

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Drawbacks & Delights

Places to go Fenced-In Parks Lakeside Dog Park 2500 Chapel Hill Road 3.9 acres Open during the spring through fall season, this spacious area is for all sizes of dogs. It’s fenced on three sides, with a lake serving as the west boundary. Dogs can play in the 16-acre fishing lake. This area is closed during the winter — generally December through February. During this time all dogs and their owners are directed to use the OffSeason Dog Park.

Paws Pond Dog Park 2500 Chapel Hill Road 2.9 acres Small dogs are big at this area created specifically for them. Dogs should be no taller than 18 inches at their shoulders to visit.

This fenced-in area offers a small pond. This area is closed during the winter — generally December through February. During this time all dogs and their owners are directed to use the OffSeason Dog Park.

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Off-Season Dog Park 2500 Chapel Hill Road 3.3 acres Generally December through February — the winter off-season — this dog park is for all sizes of dogs and was created to help keep dogs from falling through the ice at Lakeside Dog Park. A portapotty is provided for the winter dog park users.

Garth Nature Area 2799 N. Garth Ave. 3 acres This dog park is completely fenced in and has a pond and picnic tables. Parking is available, and there’s a porta-potty available. Dog owners can also take their dogs for a walk on-leash on 1.6 miles of wetland trails nearby or get on the 4.8mile Bear Creek Trail.

Indian Hills Park 5009 Aztec Blvd.

1.5 acres This park has a fenced dog park on the west side of the park off the parking lot. The nearby restrooms are open April 15 to Oct. 15.

Although dog parks and leash-free areas offer a host of benefits for both dogs and their owners, they aren’t without their drawbacks.

PROS

• Excellent way for dogs to socialize • Can promote dog/owner interaction • Great way for dog-oriented people to meet and interact • Potential to arrange doggy play dates • Wonderful way for dogs to get exercise and stay fit • Terrific way for active dogs to release energy • Can help reduce destructive and annoying behaviors • Lessens chance of people letting their dogs run off-leash in on-leash parks • Great for owners who don’t have fenced-in yards • Allows dogs to run, vs. leash walking

CONS

• Dogs might get into fights and be injured • Risk of human injury from trying to break up a dogfight • Potential for human danger from aggressive or poorly trained dogs • Potential for unwanted dog breeding • Potential for parasites and diseases, such as Giardia and parvovirus • Possibility of dogs getting overly excited and exhibiting bad behaviors • Owners not picking up after their dogs

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IF GREATNESS IS BORN AND NOT MADE, DON’T TELL MAX SCHERZER. THE MOST DECORATED PROFESSIONAL BASEBALL PLAYER MIZZOU HAS EVER PRODUCED WON’T BELIEVE YOU. “This is the place where I realized that work ethic is more important than talent,” the Chesterfield native and current Washington Nationals ace said after his No. 31 was retired at Missouri baseball’s First Pitch Banquet in January. His banner was formally installed at Taylor Stadium before the game on April 27.

Scherzer was a talented but raw prospect in 2004 when he started in Columbia. Tigers head coach Tim Jamieson shut Scherzer’s freshman year down after he posted a lofty 5.85 earned run average (ERA) in just 20 innings of work.

The next year, Scherzer’s 1.86 ERA led the Big 12 Conference. Something clicked.

“I came here, and I had an attitude adjustment,” Scherzer said. “My attitude completely changed from a competitive standpoint ... that we do everything we can, on and off the field, and compete as hard as we can.”

Competitive drive is the hallmark of the man Jamieson called “absolutely the best college baseball pitcher I have ever seen” on that January night. It helped Scherzer set a school record for strikeouts in a season (it’s been tied but still stands), lead the Big 12 in earned run average twice and earn AllAmerican honors.

It isn’t limited to his work on the mound, either. Jamieson tells the story of a 2013 AllStar Game baseball he asked Max to sign. It returned with a John Hancock and a message: “And I turn the ball around. [It says] ‘2013 batting average .333... and I should have hit sixth for you,’” Jamieson said.

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SCHERZER IS ONE OF 10 MEN EVER TO WIN THREE OR MORE CY YOUNG AWARDS AS THE BEST PITCHER OF HIS LEAGUE These days, the outward signs of greatness follow Scherzer everywhere. Find a list of Major League Baseball’s rarest accomplishments for pitchers, and you’ll find his name soon enough.

One of 10 men ever to win three or more Cy Young Awards as the best pitcher of his league?

Scherzer did it in 2017. The third player ever to strike out a record 20 hitters in a single game?

May 11, 2016 ... check. In this decade, no pitcher has fanned more batters than the 2,449 Scherzer has sat down entering the 2019 campaign, his 12th in Major League Baseball.

Scherzer chalks it all up to the hard work and habits harnessed at Missouri. “Thirty-one signified that to me. So, when I had a chance to get to Washington, I wanted to wear that again. And when you see me pitch, that’s what it means. It means I’m going to go out there.

You’re going to get the best from myself ... and it starts from Mizzou.”

Or, put into words his former coach is used to hearing: “I really, still to this day, believe I could hit sixth for you.”

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The Results Are In and The Word Is Out Presenting The 13th Annual Best of Columbia Winners The results are in! Enthusiastic Columbians have cast thousands of ballots for the Best of Columbia voting. Readers submitted more than 12,000 nominations in 59 categories from Best Dog Groomer to Best Places To Get Wings. New this year, the staff

HALL OF FAMER 5+ years winning in this category at some level, or a very similar category.

solicited additional categories from our readers and added several of those suggestions. As in years’ past, Best of Columbia represents the best this city has to offer — from shopping to food, drinks and services. Congratulations to all of the winners.

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BEST COCKTAIL STRAWBERRY MOJITO - LAS MARGARITA’S

Cheers to the first-place winner in our 2019 Best of Columbia contest for Best Cocktail. The regular Mojito is considered Cuba’s national drink and its name comes from the African word “mojo,” which means to place a little spell. This version is certain to do exactly that. It’s a refreshing pink pleaser made with white rum and a muddle of fresh lime juice and fresh mint with strawberry purée, topped with club soda and a hint of Sprite poured over ice. Salud!

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Best of Columbia BEST ASIAN RESTAURANT

BEST BREWERY

This constant on Columbia’s Chinese cuisine scene has been owned by the same family for nearly 40 years, and its current owner, James Lowe, is the nephew of the original owner. Lowe promises diners will enjoy “a traditional Chinese dining experience with a modern twist,” and his expansive menu offers everything from traditional dishes such as Moo Shu to novel takes such as Gua Bao Sliders.

You’ve no doubt seen the Logboat logo with its distinctive canoe design on countless bumpers and T-shirts around town. And with good reason: The brewery is beloved for its outstanding craft beers, as well as its amicable atmosphere. There’s no better place to enjoy a cold Snapper on a warm day than “the shipyard,” where you can relax with friends at a picnic table and enjoy fare from local food trucks.

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SILVER Bangkok Gardens BRONZE ABC Chinese

SILVER Flat Branch Pub & Brewing BRONZE Broadway Brewery

BEST BARBECUE

COMO SMOKE & FIRE

BEST PLACE TO GET A BURGER

HALL OF FAME

This family-owned-and-operated barbecue joint doesn’t take its ’cue from St. Louis or Kansas City. Instead it serves up its own unique take on moist, meaty barbecue. With its mouthwatering menu of fresh-smoked meats and tantalizing homemade sauces, you might “face” a mess when you indulge, but you won’t regret it. Just grab extra napkins! Enjoy melt-in-your-mouth beef brisket, pulled pork, smoked turkey or salmon. And don’t forget about Como Smoke & Fire’s tasty appetizers! Try the Fried Green Tomatoes or Jalapeño Bottle Caps.

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HALL OF FAME

Forget fries. Forget your charge card. Forget a nicely plated meal. Or any plate at all, for that matter. Booches only serves chips and only accepts cash, and its famous burgers arrive unceremoniously on squares of waxed paper. But don’t let the downplayed delivery fool you. You won’t have any beef with these burgers: Booches has won gold for Best Place to Get a Burger every year since we’ve included the category.

SILVER Billiards on Broadway BRONZE Just Jeff ’s Burgers

SILVER D. Rowe’s Restaurant & Bar BRONZE Buckingham Bar-BQ

BEST PLACE TO WATCH THE GAME

BEST BREAKFAST

CAFÉ BERLIN

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D. ROWE’S RESTAURANT & BAR

HALL OF FAME

You won’t find a more happenin’ breakfast spot in CoMo than this one. Café Berlin draws a legion of dedicated diners of all ages with its quirky, eclectic ambience and inventive menu, featuring waffles, omelets, scrambles and more. Spice up your morning with Chilaquiles or a Schyler Sandwich. In addition to its everyday offerings, the café also offers weekend brunch, with a special brunch menu.

Founded in 2002 by Mizzou football lineman David Rose, D. Rowe’s is THE place to watch sports of all sorts, especially Tiger Games and that big annual super Sunday showdown. You’ll always score big on fun — and great food — at this fan favorite, which bills itself as “Columbia’s Regular Place.” With portions so generous they spill over the large plates, you’ll never leave disappointed. Foodwise, anyhow!

SILVER Broadway Diner BRONZE Ernie’s Café & Steakhouse

SILVER Truman’s Bar & Grill BRONZE Billiards on Broadway

BEST RESTAURANT OPENED IN 2018

PARK RESTAURANT & BAR

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Minimalist and modern, with lots of earth tones, wood and metal, Park Restaurant & Bar feels like something you’d find in a more urban setting. But the eatery sticks close to home for local ingredients. The small plate menu is perfect for sharing, and includes items such as Smoked Pork Flat Bread, Korean Beef Nachos and a Poke Stack. Large plates, such as Citrus Grilled Shrimp Skewers and Coconut Salmon, are also available along with sandwiches, salads, seasonal specials and desserts.

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BEST PLACE TO GET WINGS

CJ’S

When it comes to wings, CJ’s “pounds” everybody else’s. This frequent flyer — or should we say frequent fryer — for Best Wings serves ‘em by the pound, with your choice of six signature sauces, including BYFO (Burn Your Face Off.) The wings are juicy and tender, and one avid fan says, “Hands down the place to get the best Buffalo wings of your life. The atmosphere is great, especially when a big game is on TV.”

SILVER D. Rowe’s Restaurant BRONZE Buffalo Wild Wings

BEST FOOD TRUCK

OZARK MOUNTAIN BISCUIT CO.

This year’s winner for Best Food Truck gives new meaning to rolling out the dough. The Ozark Mountain Biscuit Company won Best Food Truck the first year we offered the category, and they’ve kept on truckin’ and winning ever since. The flaky buttery biscuits are baked to the requisite golden brown, and served solo, with Sawmill gravy, or in a variety of tasty sandwiches, such as the Chicken Fried Chicken or Sooie Pig.

SILVER Just Jeff ’s Burgers BRONZE The Big Cheese

BEST OUTDOOR DINING AREA

FLAT BRANCH PUB & BREWING

The patio at Flat Branch is one popular place, and well worth a wait. (Which there can often be.) It’s downright idyllic, with sun-dappled shade, augmented by umbrellas.

It’s easy to feel transported when you’re there, since it evokes an almost vacationlike vibe. Of course it doesn’t hurt that the food and drinks are first-rate. The people watching isn’t too bad either!

SILVER Les Bourgeois Vineyards BRONZE Las Margarita’s

BEST PLACE TO GET ICE CREAM

ANDY’S FROZEN CUSTARD

BEST DESSERT GOOEY BUTTER CAKE — MURRY’S

St. Louis may lay claim to this dense, decadent dessert, but you’ll find a stellar local version served at Murry’s. Their take on the ooey, gooey, buttery delight took gold for the fourth year in a row. But don’t try and get Murry’s owners to share their recipe — their lips are sealed. Unless you put a piece of this marvelous masterpiece in front of them!

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BEST COFFEE SHOP

KALDI’S COFFEE

HALL OF FAME

When it comes to winning for Best Coffee Shop, Kaldi’s has bean there, done that — a total of nine times! Scores of loyal Columbia caf-fiends flock to the corner of Ninth and Cherry for their morning jolt of Joe or an afternoon pick-me-up. The shop is a favorite hang for studying students and meeting place for business people.

SILVER The Grind Coffee House BRONZE Lakota Coffee

BEST FRIES ’BOUT DIED FRIES — BILLIARDS ON BROADWAY

Andy’s Concretes are the stuff of legend. That’s because they’re loaded with stuff, such chocolate chip cookie dough and melted chocolate chips. There’s no end to the ingredients Andy’s can blend into a base of creamy frozen vanilla or chocolate custard.

And don’t forget their other frozen favorites: malts, floats, shakes, sodas and sundaes.

Billiard’s hand-sliced, fresh-cut fries are awesome on their own. But when you try this amped-up offering, well, you’ll think you ‘bout died! These fries deliver a Tex/ Mex kick thanks to Molly’s homemade chili and diced jalapeños. Tasty bacon bits, grilled onions and cheddar cheese complete these prize fries. You can also substitute homemade beer cheese, if you’d like.

SILVER Sparky’s Homemade Ice Cream BRONZE Randy’s Frozen Custard

SILVER Portabella Fries - D. Rowe’s Restaurant & Bar BRONZE Sloppy Disco Fries - 44 Canteen

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Best of Columbia

BEST PLACE TO GET STEAK

CC’S CITY BROILER

Chef-owner Scott Cleeton set out to create a big city-style steakhouse right here in Columbia, and boy, did he ever succeed. CC’s is the premier place for steak in town, whether you opt for a flavorful filet mignon or the decadent Steak Sinatra. Our readers enjoy CC’s perfectly prepared cuts so much, that the successful steakhouse has racked up gold after gold for Best Place to Get Steak.

SILVER G&D Pizzaria BRONZE Murry’s

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BEST PLACE TO GET SUSHI

JINA YOO’S ASIAN BISTRO

You’ll frequently find owner Jina Yoo on duty at her eponymous eatery, greeting guests and ensuring that they’re enjoying their food, even catering to special requests or needs. Her menu encompasses her creativity and sense of humor, and eating there is just plain fun. The sushi is always spot-on, fresh and artfully prepared and presented. One dish to try? The Tiger in the Jungle.

SILVER Osaka Japanese Restaurant BRONZE Kampai Sushi

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BEST PLACE TO GET HEALTHY FOOD

CLOVER’S NATURAL MARKET

With two convenient locations in Columbia, you could say Clover’s has a healthy business. How true! Started in 1965, this locally-owned natural foods store offers a wide selection of natural products, such as organic and pesticide-free produce. Its offerings are non-GMO, locally sourced and fair-trade, making it a go-to spot for good-for-you, healthy food.

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BEST MEXICAN RESTAURANT

LAS MARGARITA’S

HALL OF FAME

Just as you can’t stop eating the chips and salsa at Las Margarita’s, the eatery can’t stop winning gold for Best Mexican Restaurant! This marks the Mexican mainstay’s sixth consecutive win. You can always count on Las Marg’s for flavorful, authentic food, marvelous margaritas and an awesome atmosphere. No wonder this popular place recently opened its third Columbia location.

SILVER El Maguey BRONZE Agave Mexican Restaurant

BEST APPETIZER

NACHOS BIANCO — ADDISON’S

For the third year in a row, Nachos Bianco topped our best appetizer list.

Appropriate, since “topping” is what these Italian pasta chips are all about. They’re loaded with Asiago cheese sauce, tomatoes, scallions, kalamata olives, banana peppers, mozzarella cheese, and your choice of chicken, black beans or chorizo sausage. The plentifully piled plate comes in two sizes: Big and less big.

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Best of Columbia BEST CHEF SCOTT CLEETON — CC’S CITY BROILER

Chef-owner Scott Cleeton’s menu mastery is legendary, and has put CC’s in the top tier of Columbia’s best-loved upscale restaurants. Sure, Cleeton knows his way around a savory steak, but his take on seafood will also have you hooked. As will his take on everything, actually. His chops as a chef are indisputable.

SILVER Chris McDonnell - Chris McD’s BRONZE Adam Wells-Morgan - Flyover Restaurant

BEST BARTENDER ISMAEL MENDEZ — LAS MARGARITA’S

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A fixture at Las Margarita’s Corporate Lake location since it opened six years ago, bartender Ismael Mendez has shaken and stirred his way to the top of our 2019 Best of Columbia list, taking top honors for Best Bartender. Known as “Mayelo,” by many regular guests and coworkers, Mendez is loving and personable, with a bit of a sarcastic streak. His specialty drink is the Top Shelf Margarita, freshly made to order with the customer’s choice of tequila.

SILVER Tee Grant - CC’s City Broiler BRONZE Sami Gerke - 1839 Taphouse

BEST PLACE TO GET PIZZA

SHAKESPEARE’S

HALL OF FAME

This perennial pick for gold for best pizza doesn’t just bake a mean pie — it’s baked into the very DNA of Columbia. Generations have enjoyed its offerings and eclectic interior. (Where else will you find a “Liquor, guns and ammo” sign and washcloths for napkins?) The institution that is Shake’s never even skipped a beat when its original digs were torn down and rebuilt, temporarily opening what was lovingly referred to as “Fakespeare’s” on Eighth Street.

SILVER G&D Pizzaria BRONZE Pizza Tree

BEST HAPPY HOUR

LAS MARGARITA’S

Even when it’s not happy hour, Las Margarita’s boasts a festive, fiesta-like atmosphere. But take primed-to-party people post-work, and stir in some liberating libations, and it’s a happy hour for sure. In light of this distinction, it’s only fitting to point out that our Best of Columbia gold winners for Best Cocktail and Best Bartender also went to Las Marg’s this year, too!

SILVER Murry’s BRONZE Truman’s Bar & Grill

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BEST-KEPT SECRET IN COLUMBIA MUGS UP

BEST PLACE TO BUY JEWELRY BUCHROEDERS

SILVER Cooper’s Landing BRONZE Just Jeff ’s Street Food

SILVER L.C. Betz Associates Jewelers BRONZE Poppy

BEST PLACE TO TAKE A VISITOR LES BOURGEOIS WINERY

BEST PLACE TO BUY MEN’S APPAREL ACADEMY SPORTS

SILVER Rock Bridge State Park BRONZE Shakespeare’s Pizza

SILVER Bass Pro Shops BRONZE Dillard’s

BEST PLACE TO PLAY GOLF EAGLE KNOLL GOLF COURSE

BEST NAIL SALON VARSITY NAILS

SILVER Midway Golf & Games BRONZE The Club at Old Hawthorne

SILVER Riversong Spa & Salon BRONZE Florida Nails

BEST PLACE TO HEAR LIVE MUSIC THE BLUE NOTE

BEST PLACE TO BUY SHOES DRYER’S SHOE STORE

This seasonal gem harkens back to the old-school days of drive-ins. Its house-made Mugs Up root beer, Zip burgers and other classic drive-in fare draw readers back when the weather warms up for their first taste of the summer to come. Because so many readers know about Mugs Up, it’s not clear how it keeps winning this category.

But what’s not to love about CoMo’s little secret?

HALL OF FAME

With blufftop views of the Missouri River, lush vineyards on rolling hills, and wonderful wine and food to feast on, Les Bourgeois Vineyards is the perfect place to catch up with old friends, family or new acquaintances. This quintessential reader favorite is a must-do when you have company in town. Cheers!

Eagle Knoll Golf Course is a perennial par-pick among readers. Known for narrow fairways, rolling hills and beautiful foliage that lines the course, the 72-par public course is a golfer’s dream — whether that is a good or bad dream depends on skill.

It can be daunting, but regular golfers say the challenge is worth the effort.

HALL OF FAME

The reputation of The Blue Note as a live music venue is near-legendary. It tops the charts for college students, locals and visitors looking for both up-and-coming and big-name artists on the music scene. Local acts sell it out and its Summerfest series each year brings in well-known names, like Brothers Osborne, who played Ninth Street in April.

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HALL OF FAME

It’s true, Buchroeders Jewelers knows gold, not only in business but as a readers’ choice Hall of Famer. Of course, they’re experts on a few other precious metals and gemstones as well, as they well known for their large selection and custom-piece prowess. Through cut, color and clarity, they run rings around the competition as Columbia’s favorite place to buy jewelry.

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This is the first time Academy Sports has scored a “W” in a Best of Columbia contest.

Its win parallels the current trends of health-consciousness and active lifestyles. This store features a wide selection of active wear — everything men need to stay on top of their game.

Whether a client is looking for a full set of acrylics or a simple manicure, Varsity Nails takes them by the hand to offer “trendy and timeless” looks that fit their style. The salon is known for its clean and comfortable atmosphere, and the techs make you feel right at home, just the way it should be when getting a mani/pedi pampering.

For more than 60 years, Dryer’s Shoe Store has fit the feet of Columbians with an array of shoe styles and brands hard to find anywhere else in mid-Missouri. That’s part of the reason this shoe store takes top honors. Dryers’ is one of the oldest businesses downtown in its original location, and the staff will help you put your best foot forward.

SILVER Academy Sports BRONZE Dillard’s

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Best of Columbia

BEST BAKERY

PEGGY JEAN’S PIES

If you’re looking for a little slice of heaven, Peggy Jean’s Pies has it. Mother-daughter duo Rebecca Miller and her mom, Jeanne, have been serving up pie perfection in Columbia since 2014, making our holidays — and every day — extra sweet. Peggy Jean’s bakes up fruit, cream and nut pies, along with beef and chicken potpies. One of their cream pies, the White Chocolate Strawberry Pie, made this year’s Best of Columbia list, too, earning bronze for Best Dessert.

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BEST PLACE TO BUY WOMEN’S APPAREL DILLARD’S

Need a new dress? A new pant suit, workout gear, casual outfit, pajamas or lingerie? No problem. It’s easy for shoppers to find something they like at Dillard’s since the store stocks options for every occasion — date night, the gym, work, play or sleep. The gold standard and an anchor store at Columbia Mall, Dillard’s women’s apparel selection is unparalleled.

SILVER Altar’d State BRONZE Cato

BEST CHIROPRACTOR MARK PRESSLEY — PRESSLEY CHIROPRACTIC

Dr. Mark Pressley’s practice, open since 1991, is always bustling. And he doesn’t even have a website! Word-of-mouth rave reviews keep new patients coming in. Yet no matter how busy he is, Pressley takes his time, getting to know each patient, their occupation and lifestyle. Clearly, he has the skills to “back up” his selection as our gold winner!

SILVER Curt Kippenberger - Focus on Health Chiropractic BRONZE Amanda Owens - Tiger Family Chiropractic

BEST TOWING COMPANY DOUG PERRY FIRST TIMER

You don’t ever want to be in a tight spot, but when you are, Doug Perry Towing can be trusted to help you out of it. Readers choose them to keep their rides running.

From towing (obviously) to jumpstarts, unlocks, fuel delivery or tire changes, they get you back on the road in a flash.

SILVER Tiger Towing BRONZE I-70 Towing & Recovery

BEST LAWN CARE SERVICE COLUMBIA LANDCARE

BEST PLACE TO BUY WINE/SPIRITS MACADOODLES HALL OF FAME

Macadoodles is still readers’ favorite one-stop shop for wine, beer and spirits.

With the widest selection and great customer service — they’ll fill up your cooler with ice, if you like — it’s no surprise they top the list again. They stock more than 3,000 labels of wine and 600-plus craft and imported beers (in addition to domestic), and the spirit section will make you cheer. Plus, if you’re not up for walking inside, a convenient drive-thru gets you on your way, tout de suite.

SILVER Hy-Vee BRONZE Lucky’s Market

If your lawn needs lovin’, the curb appeal professionals at Columbia Landcare can tackle the job. From lawn mowing to snow removal to irrigation to landscaping, this fullservice landscape company has been around since 1996, and they’re known for their quality work and service. Don’t worry if you don’t have a green thumb — they do!

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BEST AUTOMOTIVE TECHNICIAN ANDREW ARNOLD — MACHENS FORD

2019

Best of Columbia

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Good automotive technicians are hard to find, but readers trust Andrew Arnold at Machens Ford. At Machens for 19 years, this senior master Ford diesel technician has been wrenching since he was 15. His forte is the Ford Super Duty Truck with Power Stroke, but he gets his hands greasy whenever a technician in the shop needs his help. He’s known for pitching in and staying late to get a vehicle repaired and running.

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BEST TEACHER DEANNA BICKEL — FAIRVIEW ELEMENTARY

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“The littles” at Fairview Elementary have something special: Deanna Bickel is their kindergarten teacher. Bickel has been at Fairview Elementary in the Columbia Public Schools since 2010. Principal Diana DeMoss notes she is loving and caring and perfect for kindergarten. She makes ABC’s and 123’s fun for all. That’s why families who have a child in that classroom love her … as a kindergarten teacher should be loved.

SILVER Suzanne Jackson — Two Mile Prairie Elementary BRONZE Stephanie Ross — TigerSide Intergenerational Preschool

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Best of Columbia BEST DENTIST/ORTHODONTIST CHASE PATTON — DR. CHASE PATTON DDS

Dr. Chase Patton took over his current practice in January 2018. This marks his third year as our gold winner. His passion for his profession may have something to do with his repeat victories. He knows how important good dental health is and takes his responsibility for helping to maintain it very seriously. This personable former MU football player now plays a big part in creating healthy, winning smiles.

SILVER Kent Willet - Kent Willett DDS BRONZE Kyle Lisenby - Plaza Dental Group

BEST TV WEATHERCASTER SHARON RAY — KMIZ

HALL OF FAME

When the weather in mid-Missouri changes in a hot minute, KMIZ weathercaster Sharon Ray doesn’t miss a beat with timely and informative weather information and forecasts. Readers have come to trust her and selected her 11 times as a winner in the Best of Columbia contest. However, in March, Ray announced she is leaving KMIZ and Columbia to take a position at KZTV in Corpus Christi, Texas. It’ll be tough to weather the day without her.

SILVER Kenton Gewecke - KOMU BRONZE Brigit Mahoney - KMIZ

BEST HAIR STYLIST STACEY DEXTER — THE CLIP JOINT

BEST ATHLETE SOPHIE CUNNINGHAM FIRST TIMER

The Clip Joint owner Stacey Dexter isn’t exactly a stranger to this list. The salon as a whole has made the cut multiple times, but this is her first gold as a stylist! Dexter has been clipping, cutting and coloring away in Columbia since 1988; she opened The Clip Joint in 2003. Her favorite thing to do is a highlight.

Indeed, she is adept at bringing out the highlight no matter what service she is performing to make her clients’ hair beautiful.

SILVER Shawnee Boze - Salon Nefisa BRONZE Angela Williams - Uplifted Salon

BEST VETERINARIAN TERRY CHAPMAN — NOAH’S ARK ANIMAL HOSPITAL

Basketball phenom Sophie Cunningham is known for being as good a person as she is a player. This hometown girl has long been a hardwood heroine, first as a Rockbridge Bruin and then as an MU Tiger. Cunningham’s big on firsts. She was the first female athlete to score points for the Rockbridge varsity football team when she stepped in as a kicker. More recently, she wrapped up her senior year at MU by becoming Mizzou women’s basketball’s career leading scorer, and also earning a spot as an AP All-American. Our readers agree — she’s got game!

SILVER J’den Cox BRONZE Drew Lock

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This veteran veterinarian of nearly 40 years has a passion for keeping pets healthy and happy, and enjoys the relationships she builds with their owners, too. But it’s hard for Dr. Terry Chapman to accept a Best of Columbia gold award without sharing it with the team at Noah’s Ark Animal Hospital. She says teamwork is what it takes to help furry (or maybe not so furry) friends grow old with their pawsome pet parents.

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BEST PEDIATRICIAN HOLLY BONDURANT — TIGER PEDIATRICS

Dr. Holly Bondurant has genuine love for little ones in her pediatric care, and after 23 years at Tiger Pediatrics, her care is coming full circle. Bondurant says it’s great to see her patients grow into adulthood. Some still come to see her when they’re home from college; others are now bringing their children to see “Dr. Holly.”

SILVER Nathan Beucke - University of Missouri Health Care BRONZE James Garb - James Garb, M.D. Personalized Pediatric Care

BEST RADIO PERSONALITY COSMO — Y107

In his 14 years at Y107, Cosmo’s main goal has been to make people laugh and get their morning off to a great start on the Y107 Morning Show. Listeners can expect great music and crazy antics, like Hook Up or Hang Up and Friday Phone Jacks, to help alleviate any stress they may be under, while they “hang out” with their friend, Cosmo. He’s out of this world!

SILVER Scotty Cox - Clear 99 BRONZE Shags - 96.7 KCMQ

BEST RADIO TEAM SCOTTY AND CATRYNA — CLEAR 99

Listening to Scotty and Catryna on Clear 99, you wouldn’t think they’ve only spent two years together as a team. Their easy banter endears them to listeners, who have become family, but Scotty says they’re just a couple of people trying to connect and have conversations. On air for 19 years with the morning show, he’s thankful their audience has a willingness to play along with their silliness. It’s clear why they’re a reader favorite.

BEST TALK SHOW HOST SHAGS — KCMQ

Shags’ larger-than-life personality has won a dedicated following on KCMQ’s Morning Shag with Shags & Trevor radio show. This 15-year radio veteran’s show isn’t exactly high-brow, and there’s a bit of sarcasm and irreverence thrown in for good measure, but he is in tune with his audience. The clever dynamics with his partner in crime, Trevor Morgan, dissuade channel changing.

SILVER Gary Nolan — 93.9 The Eagle BRONZE Tom Bradley — JACKFM

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BEST TATTOO ARTIST ROXANE JEFFRIES — LIVING CANVAS TATTOO

Looking to get a tight tat? Roxane Jefferies at Living Canvas Tattoo, Body Piercing & Art Gallery is the ink artist to see. She’s been with the studio since it opened in 2006 and has an incredible way with ink. One reader, who has two tattoos from Jefferies, says, “I love her whimsical artwork and attention to detail. She has great style that mixes beauty with dark fantasy. She is also incredibly sweet!”

SILVER Gabe Garcia - Iron Tiger Tattoo BRONZE Lars Van Zandt - Iron Tiger Tattoo

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BEST NEWS ANCHOR ASHLEY STROHMIER — KMIZ

The bearer of both good and bad news, Ashley Strohmier brings viewers newsworthy stories from across mid-Missouri as the evening anchor of ABC 17 News. She has a passion for politics, crime and the opioid epidemic, and she’s no stranger to investigative reporting, having earned awards for her investigation into the Department of Social Services. No fake news here; Strohmier means business.

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BEST PILATES INSTRUCTOR LAURA DETERT — OPEN STUDIO PILATES

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Laura Detert is passionate about pilates. As a pilates instructor and certified studio owner, Detert makes each class challenging yet enjoyable as she focuses not only on the physical exercise but the mindful, stress-relieving aspect as well. It’s no stretch that one reader says, “I love the small classes, theme-focused workouts and holistic approach. Her pilates classes are the best part of my week!”

SILVER Elise Mosbacher - Wilson’s BRONZE Molly Myers

BEST PLACE TO BUY A PIECE OF ART ART IN THE PARK

The signature event of the Columbia Art League, Art in the Park draws artists locally, regionally and nationally to exhibit their art. Each year, about 250 artists apply, 110 are invited and typically about 30 are on the wait list in case there is an opening.

During the two-day festival the first weekend in June, an average of 12,000 people will visit the artists’ booths in a picture-perfect setting at Stephens Lake Park. The free event is the premier place to find that unique piece of jewelry, woodwork, ceramic or painting for which you’ve been searching.

SILVER Poppy BRONZE Bluestem Missouri Crafts

BEST DAYCARE TIGER TOTS PRESCHOOLS

BEST DOG GROOMER DENISE WALLACE — LIZZI & ROCCO’S

This isn’t dog groomer Denise Wallace’s first brush with fame—she took top honors in the same category last year. You could say she’s dogged in her pursuit of perfection, and it shows. She has attracted a loyal clientele during her three years at Lizzi & Rocco’s north location — so much so that she currently isn’t taking any new clients. Her devoted pet parents wouldn’t put their canine companions in anyone else’s hands.

SILVER Sue Miller — All Dogs-N-Cats BRONZE Rose Kennon — About Paws

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The best part of Tiger Tots Preschools owner Paul Prevo’s day is getting to give hugs, high fives or fist bumps at least 300 times. When Tiger Tots Preschools opened in 2007, Prevo’s goal was to teach 40 kids. Today with more than 300 students, he says the success is due to the teachers, directors and families at Tiger Tots. Love is the No. 1 core value, and the staff strives to make each child feel loved unconditionally.

SILVER Academy of Early Childhood Learning BRONZE Bluestem Missouri Crafts

BEST FLORIST HY-VEE

Readers choose to express their love, thanks, condolences or “just because” with flowers and arrangements from Hy-Vee. When picking the right fresh-cut floral bouquet, buoyant balloons, candy creations or picture-perfect plants for the occasion, convenience and selection are important, and Hy-Vee’s got both!

SILVER My Secret Garden BRONZE Kent’s Floral Gallery

BEST LOCAL BAND BURNEY SISTERS

2019

Best of Columbia

FIRST TIMER

Newcomers to the Best of Columbia list, Olivia Burney, 14, and Emma Burney, 11, aka the Burney Sisters, earned a place in the hearts of Columbians when they started busking downtown a few years ago. In the last year, their career has begun to skyrocket hitting a high note with a prime slot at the Roots N Blues N BBQ Festival last year and their first full length LP release by Gaslight Records last fall. This musically gifted, indie/folk/pop sister duo’s harmonies are well beyond their years and rival seasoned singers.

SILVER C. Rock City BRONZE Violet and the Undercurrents

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EGGSPLANATION White eggs are usually laid by white chickens with white earlobes, while brown eggs are usually laid by reddish-brown chickens with red earlobes. Reddish-brown chickens are larger and more expensive to feed, which is why brown eggs typically cost more.

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Something Super in a Snap Chicken tostadas are the perfect fare.

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ne of my all-time favorite meals to pull together in a snap is tostadas.

They are bright, crunchy and super delicious. Making a quick salsa verde to toss your chicken in gives something fairly simple a complexity that works well with all the flavor combinations. It doubles as the perfect fare to have with a margarita in the other hand.

Directions Preheat broiler. Cut half of onion into 3/4-inch wedges, then chop remainder.

Toss onion wedges, tomatoes, garlic and whole chiles with 2 tablespoons oil in a four-sided sheet pan, spreading in one layer, and sprinkle with salt and pepper and the teaspoon of sugar. Broil about 4 inches from heat until softened and charred, 10 to 15 minutes.

Purée chili/tomatillo mixture and half of the cilantro in a blender and season to taste.

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Transfer purée to a bowl and stir in chicken, remaining cilantro and salt to taste.

Heat remaining 1/2 cup oil in a heavy medium skillet over medium-high heat until it shimmers. Fry tortillas, one at a time, turning once or twice and pressing with tongs to immerse, until golden brown, 45 to 60 seconds per tortilla.

Drain briefly on paper towels, then transfer to plates.

Spread tortillas thickly with mayonnaise, avocado and heated refried beans, then top with chicken mixture.

Spoon sour cream on top. Finish with shredded cabbage, radish and cojita.

Squeeze lime wedge over all (optional).

Amanda Elliott is the chef at Peachtree Catering in Columbia. She also authors the website www.rusticsupper.com.

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BY NICHOLE BALLARD  PHOTOS BY L.G. PATTERSON SOME NIGHTS CALL FOR A BIT OF LATIN FLAVOR. WHILE YOU COULD PICK UP A QUICK BITE AT A CHAIN RESTAURANT, consider taking advantage of the authentic Mexican and Latin-inspired restaurants Columbia has to offer. And while you can never go wrong with tacos, there is a smorgasbord of dishes from which to choose.

Columbia has a variety of Mexican or Tex-Mex restaurants, but Peruvian influences can be found at Carlito’s.

Gourmet fusion dishes are on the menu at 44 Canteen. Authentic Mexican favorites served with margaritas at — you guessed it — Las Margaritas. Here are a few of the fabulous Columbia restaurants that serve up food with lots of Latin flavor. But don’t take our word for it. Go. Eat.

LAS MARGARITAS MEXICAN RESTAURANT 10 E. Southhampton Drive  5614 E.St. Charles Road, Suite E  220 S. Eighth St. Owner Francisco Esquivel originally opened Las Margaritas in Poplar Bluff in 1997. He decided to expand and eventually opened the Southhampton restaurant in Columbia in 2012. Since then, Las Margaritas has won best Mexican restaurant awards in Columbia for the past five years. Las Margaritas offers three locations that are intimate, but don’t let the atmosphere fool you: The Mexican and Tex-Mex fare is loaded with flavor and fun.

For a little kick, try the Camarones a la Diabla, featuring tiger shrimp in fiery ranchero sauce, or stick with a favorite like Arroz con Pollo. Don’t forget the margaritas available at this Mexican bar and grill. The restaurant’s namesake is for good reason. Flavored margaritas include mango, strawberry, peach, raspberry and its signature lime.

CARLITO’S CABO 12 A Business Loop 70 E. Add a little Peruvian to your Latin dining experience at Carlito’s Cabo. The concise menu features simple and genuine Latin food. Carlito’s is known for its authentic street tacos. The most popular is the six-pack, which has six soft tacos topped with pork, steak, onions, cilantro and house-made carnitas sauce. Peruvian specialties include Pollo a la Brasa, a blackened chicken from the city of Lima made popular in the 1950s, which can be specially ordered for events, and Lomo Saltado, a beef stir fry with red onions, tomatoes and Peruvian yellow peppers.

The owners are originally from Peru, and opened the eatery in 2003. When you visit Carlito’s, be sure to visit during the week, as Carlito’s is closed on the weekends. But they make up for it with a convenient drive-thru.

44 CANTEEN 21 N. Ninth St. Fans of 44 Stone Pub appreciate its sister restaurant, 44 Canteen, conveniently located downtown near The Blue Note.

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“BUT WHAT SETS THIS RESTAURANT APART IS THE HOMEMADE SEASONINGS THAT HAVE BEEN COLLECTED FROM FRIENDS AND FAMILY FROM JALISCO, GUADALAJARA, AND CONTINUE TO BE FINE-TUNED...”

— OWNER MARIA HERNANDEZ

The menu features fusion flavors and seasonal offerings. Don’t miss out on the Sloppy Disco Fries, a huge plate of french fries loaded with queso sauce, chicken chorizo, smoked chile sauce, sharp cheddar, pickled jalapenos and cilantro. 44 Canteen’s large selection of fusion tacos is globally inspired. Choose from dynamic combinations such as Korean steak that has shaved cabbage, IPA-marinated steak, Chihuahua cheese, ssamjang mayo (a thick, spicy Korean red chile paste), cucumber kimchi, sesame seeds and cilantro, or Chorizo Street Tacos with chicken chorizo, salsa roja, queso fresco, chopped red onion and cilantro. Other fusion taco choices include adobo pork and bean, chili-pie tacos and the Sloppy Jose. Pair your choice entree with a unique craft cocktail for an exceptional gastronomic experience.

A Saturday brunch offering features more tacos with more of a breakfast meal in mind such as the Migas that come with two flour tortillas, scrambled eggs, bacon,

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roasted poblano peppers, miso grilled onions, Chihuahua and cheddar cheeses, salsa roja and pickled jalapenos. The brunch menu also features a carne asada marinated steak and egg option with Chihuahua cheese and red chile sauce.

LA SIESTA MEXICAN CUISINE 33 N. Ninth St. l 3890 Range Line St., Suite 115 La Siesta’s menu is straightforward but full of excellent choices. Brothers Francisco and Benjamin Guillen own the two locations and are originally from Guanajuato, Mexico. Francisco worked at El Jimador Mexican Restaurant in Columbia and later became co-owner before opening La Siesta with his brother.

The large selection of fajitas is commendable, with options for steak, vegetarian, chicken, shrimp and other seafood, and combinations of them. Their “specialties” section highlights classic favorites such as Chile Colorado (sliced round steak in a rich tomatillo sauce) but also features unique dishes such as the Chile en Nogada, a poblano pepper filled with pork, fruits, almonds and aromatic spices topped with a walnut cream sauce.

For the daring, La Siesta offers the Three-Pound Mega Burrito overflowing with fajita vegetables, chicken, steak or a mix of all three.

PEPE’S OF COLUMBIA 1013 Park Ave. You don’t have to visit Rose Music Hall just for the music. Pepe’s is worthy of the trip and offers takeout. Pepe’s occupies the kitchen in Rose Music Hall, which was formerly Mojo’s. While not a true dine-in restaurant, it shouldn’t be overlooked. Pepe’s is quick, easy on the wallet and tasty.

The menu at Pepe’s features buildyour-own tacos, quesadillas and burritos, and tamales — Pepe’s offers three kinds of tamales: pork in a red sauce, chicken in a green sauce and a vegetarian cheese and poblano pepper version. Meat options include shredded beef, steak, chicken, carnitas, adobada (pork marinated in a red chile sauce) and chorizo for burritos, tacos and nachos. Vegetarian options for the build-your-own style menu include potato burritos, bean nachos and spinach quesadillas.

Guacamole is included with burritos, nachos and quesadillas — no upcharge for the green good stuff. Gluten-free tortillas are also available. For as simple as the menu is at Pepe’s, there are multiple options for everyone.

You have a small window of opportunity to appreciate Pepe’s, though, usually only on weekends, so be sure to check their hours on Facebook. Stay for the music, or get your food to go. There is no cover charge when ordering takeout, and happy hour at the music hall is free.

LA TERRAZA MEXICANA GRILL 1412 Forum Boulevard La Terraza’s large menu offers brunch choices along with lunch and dinner.

Their Mexican dishes include six types of quesadillas and nine enchilada variations. But a trip to La Terraza is not complete until you’ve had the tamales, which are spicy. In fact, most of La Terraza’s dishes are spicier by design than what you would normally expect.

Ask the wait staff to customize your order to your heat preference.

Order the Guacamole Live appetizer made tableside for a fun demonstration (and to learn how to make guacamole).

But what sets this restaurant apart is the homemade seasonings that have been collected from friends and family from Jalisco, Guadalajara, and continue to be fine-tuned, says owner Maria Hernandez. That’s why some of the menu items might pack a little more heat than dishes at other restaurants.

The chorizo is made by hand, and the pastor pork is flavored with pineapple, red chile and spices. The variety of street snacks include beef tongue street tacos, tortas and flautas, and the selection of salsas, from mild to hot, is another crowd pleaser.

Hernandez and Luis Ramirez, the husband-and-wife team who own La Terraza, met in Texas while working at the same restaurant and applied their decades of experience to La Terraza.

This family-friendly local establishment offers a fun atmosphere, large portions, unique seafood plates and more than 30 types of tequila. Like the menu says, “Make Tacos, Not War!

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EATING WELL

by DR. SUMAN AHUJA

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Choosing Cauliflower Discovering the superfood of 2019.

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ately if you’ve strolled past the produce aisle of your favorite grocery store, you must have seen the endless soirÊe of all things cauliflower. This year has already witnessed its fair share of cauliflower renditions such as riced cauliflower, baked and steamed with herbs and spices. So, is this cruciferous vegetable the superfood of the year, or is it yet another trend hyped by social media and food blogs?

Cauliflower is often overlooked while its cruciferous kin broccoli steals all the attention. However, this versatile superfood deserves a regular rotation on your daily menu, as it contains an impressive array of nutrients, including vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and other phytochemicals that can not only help to fight the battle of the bulge, but also keep chronic disorders such as cancers at bay. Furthermore, cauliflower is probably one of very few vegetables that can be consumed raw, in salads, riced or as a replacement for those infamous mashed potatoes.

This year, if you have attempted to browse any social media food blog, you might have seen everything from cauliflower tortillas to

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burgers, mashed cauliflower and even fried rice made from cauliflower. If you are looking to add cauliflower to your daily routine, continue reading for the five health benefits of consuming this superfood.

prevent overgrowth of harmful bacteria in the gut; they can also protect the lining of the stomach and assist the growth of good bacteria. Above all, cauliflower has the strongest detox properties.

CANCER FIGHTER: Cauliflower contains an active compound called sulforaphane, a sulfur compound that has also been shown to kill cancer stem cells, thereby slowing tumor growth. Studies have shown that eliminating cancer stem cells might be the key to controlling cancer.

HEART HEALTH: Not only can cauliflower help repair the lining of the heart, but it can also improve blood pressure, help reduce bad or LDL-cholesterol, and significantly improve heart functioning.

COGNITIVE HEALTH: Cauliflower contains a B vitamin called choline, which is required for brain development. Studies have shown that when choline is provided to pregnant mothers, the brain activity of the fetus in utero seems to be enhanced.

Choline plays a huge role in development of memory and learning. In fact, consumption of cauliflower might assist in retarding premature cognitive decline.

DIGESTIVE HEALTH: Nutrients and compounds found in cauliflower can not only

IMMUNE BOOSTER: Cauliflower is one of the few vegetables that can keep the immune system in check. Truth is that when the immune system fires and triggers an inflammatory response, diseases such as cancers are inevitable. Enzymes found in cauliflower can keep the immune system in check while also strengthening it.

Dr. Suman Ahuja completed her education at Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons in New York and at Texas Tech. She has a a doctorate in Clinical Nutrition with an emphasis on obesity treatment and prevention.

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The Restaurant on the Bricks

Boogie your way to Beks in Fulton.

by COSMO

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eks. I knew that was going to be the top answer on the board when I asked my Facebook friends. Why did I bother throwing it up for an answer? I supposed I wanted affirmation from them that it was, indeed, the answer to: What’s the best restaurant in Fulton to go to for a date-night dinner?

Beks was, by far and away, just as I thought: the No. 1 choice.

I’ve lived in mid-Missouri for almost 20 years, and for the past 15 I have heard many friends raving about this restaurant. The time had come. It was time make the short drive to check this place out.

As my fiancee, Kat, and I walked in, we immediately fell in love with this place. The exposed-brick walls, the tin crown molding and that railing — there was something about that railing. It was like a trip back in time.

The atmosphere was casual but cool, and the food was even better. We started with what everyone told us to try: the Parmesan artichoke dip. First of all, the pita bread was perfectly toasted with a nice, crisp crunch, and the dip itself was just right. What can I say? There’s a reason why it’s their most ordered appetizer.

Kat is always great about asking our server what his or her favorite item on the menu is, and the Beks server highly recommended the ribeye steak sandwich or the seared salmon. Neither of us is a fan of seafood, but the blue cheese jalapeno butter was delicious (The server brought us a small side to taste). Kat chose the ribeye steak sandwich. It tastes better than it looks, and it looks pretty good.

Eight ounces of cooked-to-order beef was perfectly prepared. It was juicy and tender, and the au jus dip made it even better. The toasted French bread was a little too crisp, but the au jus balanced that out.

I’d heard good things about the Beks Burger, and I was happy with my decision. It’s a 7-ounce Show Me Farms Angus burger topped with gouda and caramelized onions. The brioche bun was toasted just right, and the fries were golden and had that solid little crunch that makes you eat 12 in a row before you realize it.

Honestly, I cannot wait to go back to Beks to sample other items I had to pass up this first time. Chef Daniel Proctor offers a variety of appetizing dishes, from seafood to pasta to steak.

If you’re looking for a different and delicious date night dinner idea, boogie your way over to Beks on the bricks in Fulton. Beks gave us an A+ experience, from the historic building to the oldstyle charm, casual atmosphere, and sincere and solid service.

Cosmo is the host of Cosmo and the Y107 Morning Show and an avid foodie.

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COOKING WITH BROOK

by FOOD EDITOR BROOK HARLAN

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For the Love of Broccoli Stalk salad offers all of the flavor and none of the guilt.

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roccoli is a common vegetable that most American households eat. It can be boiled, steamed, baked, roasted and stir-fried, but most of the time when it is cooked, only the florets are used.

Most people toss or compost the stalks.

Some may optimistically save them, only to have them end up in the back of the refrigerator and tossed four months later after they are unrecognizable. I am here with a solution: broccoli stalk salad.

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OTHER No, you don’t have to use the stalks only for salad. You can get great flavor from the stalk for cream of broccoli soup. The stalk can be cut and stir fried. They can stretch our salad greens or compliment shredded carrots in a salad. Replace shredded cabbage with shredded broccoli stalks. There is a multitude of uses for the broccoli stem. Don’t get me wrong, the florets are good, you should use them

first (because they will go bad first). Save the stalks then in a few weeks you can pull them out and use them.

MAYO My preference for dressing is mayonnaise. I want just enough to bind it together, very similar to a mayo-based potato salad or chicken salad. You could make the dish lower fat with sour cream, yogurt or a mayonnaise substitute. You could also use just about any other salad dressing if you wanted to take the dish in a different direction.

BACON AND NUTS You can achieve great texture and flavor by adding bacon, nuts or both! If you wish to leave out the bacon, I suggest doubling the nuts. You can use pecans, as in the accompanying recipe, but walnuts, sunflower seeds, almonds or a combination work great. The seeds or nuts can be tossed into the salad, but I recommend toasting them in a saute

pan over medium heat without any oil, or in an oven at 300 degrees. In a saute pan you need to keep the nuts or seeds moving for 2 to 4 minutes until they become fragrant.

If toasting in the oven, bake on a sheet pan for 4 to 6 minutes shaking the pan every minute or two until they become fragrant.

Once the nuts or seeds have become fragrant, remove and cool and add them to the salad just before serving.

FRUIT Your salad is already creamy, salty, crunchy and maybe it needs a little sweet to round it out. A little dried fruit will add a little chewiness and sweetness. Raisins, dried cranberries or cherries are a great addition. In addition to a little sweetness, the dried fruit can add fiber and antioxidants.

Brook Harlan is a graduate of the Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, New York. He is a culinary arts instructor at the Columbia Area Career Center.

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COOKING WITH BROOK

2 4-to 6-inch broccoli stalks, peeled, halved and 1/8 inch sliced 1 ½ ounces apple cider vinegar 2 tablespoons sugar 4 to 5 strips of bacon, diced and cooked until crisp ½ red onion, small diced ½ cups dried cherries, dried cranberries or raisins 1 cup mayonnaise ½ cup toasted pecan halves or pieces Salt and pepper to taste Trim the ends of the broccoli stalk, lightly peel the skin with a peeler or

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knife. Cut lengthwise, then thinly slice.

In a bowl mix the sliced broccoli stalk with apple cider vinegar and sugar, let soak while preparing the rest of the items. Dice bacon and cook over low heat in a pan until crisp, remove and reserve.

Small dice half an onion and mix in with broccoli stalks. Add cherries, mayonnaise and cooked bacon. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Place in refrigerator to cool. In a dry saute pan over medium heat or in a 300-degree oven on a baking sheet, toast pecans for 2 to 3 minutes until they become fragrant. Reserve pecans and cool. Just before you are ready to serve, remove broccoli salad from the refrigerator, mix in pecans and serve.

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DINING GUIDE

May 2019

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Columbia Restaurants Your guide to CoMo food and drink Listings in this guide are not related to paid advertising in Inside Columbia magazine.

Inside Columbia magazine welcomes information from restaurant owners and managers about new establishments or changes to the current listing.

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PRICE OF AVERAGE ENTRÉE

Grand Cru Restaurant $$–$$$$

Chim’s Thai Kitchen $

16 S. Ninth St. | 573-443-7253 www.sakejapanesebistro.com

The Heidelberg $–$$

Formosa $

Seoul Taco $

410 S. Ninth St. | 573-449-6927 www.theheidelberg.com

913 E. Broadway | 573-449-3339 www.formosatogo.com

1020 E. Broadway, Suite F 573-441-TACO (8226) www.seoultaco.com

Houlihan’s $–$$

Geisha Sushi Bar $–$$$$

2541 Broadway Bluffs Drive 573-815-7210 | www.houlihans.com

804 E. Broadway | 573-777-9997 www.geishasushibar.com

Jimmy’s Family Steakhouse $–$$$ He Cheng Chinese $ 3101 S. Providence Road | 573-443-179 215 N. Stadium Blvd. | 573-499-0001 www.jimmysfamilysteakhouse.com www.hechengcolumbia.com

$ - $10 and under $$ - $11-$15

Mugs Up Drive-In $

House of Chow $–$$

$$$ - $16-$20

603 Orange St. | 573-443-7238 www.mugsup.com

2101 W. Broadway | 573-445-8800 www.houseofchow-como.com

Murry’s $–$$$

HuHot Mongolian Grill $–$$

$$$$ - $21 and up

AMERICAN 44 Stone Public House $–$$$ 3910 Peachtree Drive, Suite H 573-443-2726 | www.44stonepub.com

Abigail’s $$–$$$$ 206 Central St., Rocheport 573-698-3000

Addison’s $–$$$ 709 Cherry St. | 573-256-1995 www.addisonssophias.com/addisons

Sake $$

2600 S. Providence Road | 573-443-2600 11505 Smith Hatchery Road www.grandcrurestaurantcomo.com Cooper’s Landing | 509-295-3810

Thip Thai Cuisine $ 904 E. Broadway | 573-442-0852 3907 Peachtree Drive | 573-442-8492 www.thipthaicuisine.com

BAKERY & CAFÉ B&B Bagel Co. $ 124 E. Nifong Blvd. | 573-442-5857 www.bbbagel.com

Bubble Cup Tea Zone $

Park Resturant & Bar $-$$$$

23 S. Ninth St. | 573-442-0654 3802 Buttonwood Drive | 573-874-2000 www.huhot.com Crushed Red $ 2450 Broadway Bluffs J-Petal & Poke $ 573-442-0016 | www.crushed-red.com 114 S. Ninth St. | 573-499-0089

4380 Nocona Pkwy. | 573-554-1955 www.dineatpark.com

Jina Yoo’s Asian Bistro $–$$$$

3107 Green Meadows Way 573-442-4969 www.murrysrestaurant.net

Harold’s Doughnuts $

2200 Forum Blvd. | 573-446-5462 Tellers Gallery and Bar $$–$$$$ www.jinayoos.com 820 E. Broadway | 573-441-8355

ASIAN A Little More $–$$

114 S. Ninth St. | 573-397-6322 204 E. Nifong | 573-447-7555 www.haroldsdoughnuts.com

Kampai Sushi Bar $ –$$$$

Hot Box Cookies $

907 Alley A | 573-442-2239 www.kampaialley.com

1013 E. Broadway | 573-777-8777 www.hotboxcookies.com

Barred Owl Butcher & Table $$$ 1010 E. Broadway, suite 102 47 E. Broadway | 573-442-9323 www.barredowlbutcher.com

573-886-0038 | www.alittlemoremo.com Le Bao $–$$ 1009 Park Ave. | 573-443-2867

ABC Chinese Cuisine $–$$$$ Coley’s American Bistro $–$$$ 15 S. Sixth St. | 573-442-8887 www.coleysamericanbistro.com

D. Rowe’s $–$$$ 1005 Club Village Drive 573-443-8004 www.drowesrestaurant.com

Love Sushi $–$$

Bamboo Terrace $$ 3101 W. Broadway | 573-886-5555 www.bambooterracecomo.com

Osaka Japanese Restaurant Sushi Bar and Hibachi Steakhouse $$–$$$

28 S. Ninth St. | 573-817-5616 www.main-squeeze.com

120 E. Nifong Blvd. | 573-875-8588 www.osakacomo.com

Nourish Café & Market $

Bangkok Gardens $–$$

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2101 W. Broadway, Ste. S|573-476-6368 Main Squeeze Natural Foods

Café & Juice Bar $

Noodle House $-$$ 2001 W. Worley St. | 573-445-3504

304 S. Ninth St. | 573-442-1503 www.ingredienteatery.com

3510 I-70 Drive S.E. | 573-443-3535 www.abcchinesecuisine.com

811 Cherry St. | 573-874-3284 Flat Branch Pub & Brewing $–$$$ www.bangkokgardens.com 115 S. Fifth St. | 573-499-0400 www.flatbranch.com Big Mama Chim’s

G&D Steak House $–$$$

Ingredient True Eatery $–$$

905 Alley A, Ste. 1 |509-295-3810 big-mama-chims-noodle-house.business.site

1201 E. Broadway | 573-818-2240 www.nourishcafemarket.com

Peking Restaurant $ 212 E. Green Meadows Road 573-256-6060 www.pekingnorthconway.com

Papa’s Cat Cafe 14 S. Second St. | 573-449-CATS(2287) papascatcafe.com

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Peggy Jean’s Pies $–$$$

Harpo’s $-$$

Ranch House BBQ $

New York Deli $

3601 Buttonwood Drive, Suite E 573-447-PIES (7437) | www.pjpies.com

29 S. 10th St. | 573-443-5418 www.harpos.com

1716 Lindbergh Drive | 573-814-3316

1301 Vandiver Drive | 573-886-3354

KLiK’s $

Smokin’ Chick’s BBQ Restaurant $–$$$

Pickleman’s Gourmet Café $–$$

Range Free $–$$ 110 Orr St., Suite 101 | 573-777-9980 www.range-free.com

205 N. 10th St. | 573-449-6692

McNally’s $ UKnead Sweets $ 808 Cherry St. | 573-777-8808 www.ukneadsweets.com

7 N. Sixth St. | 573-441-1284 www.mcnallys.biz/mcnallys

3301 W. Broadway Business Park Court 573-256-6450 www.smokinchicksbbq.com

BREAKFAST & DINERS Broadway Diner $

2513 Old 63 S. | 573-886-2300 1106 E. Broadway | 573-875-2400 3103 W. Broadway, Suite 105 573-875-0400 | www.picklemans.com

Potbelly Sandwich Shop $

22 S. Fourth St. | 573-875-1173

2500 Broadway Bluffs Drive, Suite 102 573-554-1340 | www.potbelly.com

Café Berlin $

Sub Shop $

Shiloh Bar and Grill $-$$

220 N. 10th St. | 573-441-0400 www.cafeberlinincomo.com

402 East Broadway | 573-875-1800 www.shilohbar.com

Ernie’s Café & Steakhouse $

Stadium Grill $–$$$$

1005 E. Walnut St. | 573-874-7804 www.erniescolumbia.com

2105 W. Worley St. | 805 E. Nifong 601 Business Loop 70 W., Suite 203 (Parkade Center) 209 S. Eighth St. | 573-449-1919 www.subshopinc.com

1219 Fellows Place (Stadium Boulevard & College Avenue) | 573-777-9292 www.stadiumgrillcolumbia.com

COFFEE Coffee Zone $

Tiger Club $

11 N. Ninth St. | 573-449-8215 www.columbiacoffeezone.com

610 Cooper Drive N. | 573-442-8866 2661 Trimble Rd. | 573-777-7759 www.eatandys.com

1116 Business Loop 70 E. 573-442-4201 | www.tigerclubbar.com

Dunn Bros. Coffee $

Randy’s Frozen Custard $

21 N. Ninth St. | 573-777-8730 www.44canteen.com

The Roof $–$$

1412 Forum Blvd. | 573-446-4122 www.dunnbros.com

3304 W. Broadway Business Park 573-446-3071

1839 Taphouse $

1111 E. Broadway | 573-875-7000 www.theroofcolumbia.com

Fretboard Coffee $

Sparky’s Homemade Ice Cream $ 21 S. Ninth St. | 573-443-7400

Truman’s Bar & Grill $–$$

1013 E. Walnut St. | 573-227-2233 www.fretboardcoffee.com

Nash Vegas $ bleu Market & Bakery $

929 E. Broadway | 573-999-3443 3919 S. Providence Road | 573-874-4044 www.nashvegasbar.com www.mybleuevents.com

The Uprise Bakery $ 10 Hitt St. | 573-256-2265 www.uprisebakery.com

Tropical Smoothie Café $ 403 N. Stadium, Suite 102 573-445-3901 www.tropicalsmoothiecafe.com

BAR & GRILL 44 Canteen $–$$

212 E. Green Meadows Drive, Suite 2 573-441-1839 www.1839taphouse.com

Billiards on Broadway $

3304 Broadway Business Park Court 573-445-1669 www.trumansbar.com

514 E. Broadway | 573-449-0116 www.billiardsonbroadway.com

Willie’s Pub & Pool $

Booches Billiard Hall $

1109 E. Broadway | 573-499-1800 www.williesfieldhouse.com

Kaldi’s Coffeehouse $

DESSERT & ICE CREAM Andy’s Frozen Custard $

FINE DINING 11Eleven $–$$$$

Broadway Brewery $–$$$

BARBECUE Big Daddy’s BBQ $

29 S. Ninth St. | 573-874-2566 1111 E. Broadway | 573-875-7000 2902 Forum Blvd., Suite 103 www.thebroadwaycolumbia.com 573-874-1803 | 1400 Forum Blvd. (Schnucks) 573-446-2800 | www.kaldiscoffee.com CC’s City Broiler $$$–$$$$ 1401 Forum Blvd. | 573-445-7772 Lakota Coffee Co. $ www.ccscitybroiler.com 24 S. Ninth St. | 573-874-2852 www.lakotacoffee.com Chris McD’s Restaurant &

816 E. Broadway | 573-443-5054 www.broadwaybrewery.com

1205 N. Garth Ave. 573-875-2BBQ (2227)

Shortwave Coffee $

110 S. Ninth St. | 573-874-9519

Campus Bar & Grill $ 304 S. Ninth St., Suite 100 573-817-0996 www.campusbarandgrill.com

CJ’s in Tiger Country $ 704 E. Broadway | 573-442-7777 www.cjsintigercountry.com

Deuce Pub & Pit $-$$ 3700 Monterey Drive | 573-443-4350 www.deucepub.com

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Buckingham Smokehouse Bar-B-Q $–$$

Wine Bar $$–$$$$ 915 Alley A | 573-214-0880 www.shortwavecoffee.com

1400 Forum Blvd. #6 | 573-446-6237 www.chrismcds.com

Churchill’s $$$$

3804 Buttonwood Drive | 573-499-1490 The Grind Coffee House $ 2200 I-70 Drive S.W. www.buckinghamsmokehouse.com 4603 John Garry Dr. #1 | 573-447-3333 (Holiday Inn Executive Center) www.thecolumbiagrind.com 573-445-8531 Como Smoke and Fire $–$$ www.churchillscolumbia.com 4600 Paris Road, Suite 102 DELI Hoss’s Market & Rotisserie $–$$$ FlyOver $$ 573-443-3473 1010A Club Village Drive | 573-815-9711 212 E. Green Meadows Road www.comosmokeandfire.com www.hosssmarket.com 573-825-6036 | www.flyovercomo.com

Lutz’s BBQ $$ 200 E. Nifong Blvd. | 573-636-4227 www.lutzbbq.com

Lee Street Deli $

Glenn’s Cafe $$–$$$$

603 Lee St. | 573-442-4111 www.williesfieldhouse.com/lsd

29 S. Eighth St. | 573-875-8888 www.glennscafe.com

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FLAVOR

Les Bourgeois Bistro $–$$$$

1729 W. Broadway, Ste. 13 573-446-8821 | Pick up or delivery only. PIZZA 12847 W. Highway BB, Rocheport Angelo’s Pizza and Steak House $ 573-698-2300 | www.missouriwine.com www.italianvillagecolumbia.com 4107 S. Providence Road | 573-443-6100 The Pasta Factory $–$$ www.angelospizzaandsteak.com Room 38 Restaurant & 3103 W. Broadway, Suite 109 Lounge $–$$$ 573-449-3948 | www.thepastafactory.net Arris’ Pizza $–$$$ 38 N. Eighth St. | 573-449-3838 1020 E. Green Meadows Road www.room-38.com MEXICAN 573-441-1199 Carlito’s Cabo $ www.arrispizzaonline.com Sophia’s $–$$$ 3915 S. Providence Road | 573-874-8009 12A Business Loop 70 E. 573-443-6370 | www.carlitoscabo.com G&D Pizzaria $–$$$ www.addisonssophias.com/sophias 2101 W. Broadway | 573-445-8336 El Jimador $ www.gdpizzasteak.com Sycamore $$$ 3200 Penn Terrace | 573-474-7300 800 E. Broadway | 573-874-8090 George’s Pizza and www.sycamorerestaurant.com

El Maguey $

Steakhouse $–$$

The Wine Cellar & Bistro $$$

901 E. Nifong Blvd. | 573-874-3812

5695 Clark Lane | 573-214-2080

505 Cherry St. | 573-442-7281 www.winecellarbistro.com

El Rancho $

Gumby’s Pizza & Wings $

1014 E. Broadway | 573-875-2121 www.columbiamomexicanfood.com

1201 E. Broadway | 573-874-8629 912 Rain Forest Pkwy. | 573-777-8998 www.gumbyscolumbia.com

INTERNATIONAL Café Poland $ 807 Locust St. | 573-874-8929

Fuzzy’s Tacos $

Günter Hans $

132 S. Ninth St. | 573-214-2851 Midici $-$$ 205 E. Nifong Blvd., Ste 200 1007 E. Broadway | 573-443-1900 573-449-2416 | www.fuzzystacoshop.com www.mymidici.com

7 Hitt St. | 573-256-1205 www.gunterhans.com

India’s House $–$$ 1101 E. Broadway | 573-817-2009

José Jalapeños $

International Café $–$$

La Siesta Mexican Cuisine $–$$

26 S. Ninth St. | 573-449-4560 www.internationalcafecolumbiamo.com

2609 E. Broadway | 573-442-8727

33 N. Ninth St. | 573-449-8788 3890 Range Line St., Suite 115 573-228-9844 2513 Old 63 S. | 573-397-6486 www.lasiestamex.com

Olive Café $–$$

La Terraza Mexicana Grill $

Oasis Mediterranean Cafe $

MOD Pizza $–$$

3412 Grindstone Parkway 21 Conley Road | 573-227-2545 573-442-7388 | www.josejalapenos.com 403 N. Stadium, Suite 101 573-250-8280 | www.modpizza.com

21 N. Providence Road | 573-442-9004 1412 Forum Blvd., Suite 140 573-445-9444 | www.ltmexicana.com www.olivebranchcafecomo.com

Pizza Tree $–$$$$ 909 Cherry St. | 573-874-9925 www.pizzatreepizza.com

Shakespeare’s Pizza $–$$ 225 S. Ninth St. | 573-449-2454 3304 W. Broadway Business Park Court #E 573-447-1202 | 3911 Peachtree Drive 573-447-7435 | www.shakespeares.com

Taj Mahal $–$$

Las Margaritas $

Southside Pizza & Pub $–$$

500 E. Walnut St., Suite 110 573-256-6800 www.columbiatajmahal.com

10 E. Southampton Drive 573-442-7500 5614 E. St. Charles Road, Suite E 573-228-6700 220 S. Eighth St. 573-442-4300 www.lasmargaritascolumbia.com

3908 Peachtree Drive | 573-256-4221 www.southsidepizzaandpub.com

ITALIAN Babbo’s Spaghetteria $$ 1305 Grindstone Parkway 573-442-9446 www.babbosspaghetteria.com

Mi Tierra $ 2513 Old 63 S. | 573-214-0072

Bambino’s $$ 904 Elm St. | 573-443-4473 www.bambinoscomo.com

Italian Village $–$$$ 711 Vandiver Drive #B 573-442-8821

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Taqueria Don Pancho $ 26 Business Loop 70 E. | 573-639-0565

Tony’s Pizza Palace $ 17 N. Fifth St. | 573-442-3188

West Main Pizza2 $ 923 E. Broadway | 573-777-7711

Rio Grande Mexican Restaurant $ www.mainwestpizza2.com 3306 W. Broadway Business Park 573-445-2946 www.riograndemexicanrestaurant.net

Your Pie $ 1413 Grindstone Plaza Drive 573-875-8750 | www.yourpie.com

SOUTHERN & HOMESTYLE Cajun Crab House $–$$$ 308 Business Loop 70 W. | 573-442-7765

Jazz, A Louisiana Kitchen $–$$$ 214 Stadium Blvd. | 573-443-5299 www.jazzkitchens.com

JJ’s Cafe $ 600 Business Loop 70 W. 573-442-4773 | www.jjscafe.net

Lee’s Famous Recipe Chicken $ 2316 Paris Road | 573-474-5337 2200 W. Ash St., Suite 102 573-445-6650 www.showmelees.com

McLanks Family Restaurant & Catering $-$$ 1802 Paris Road | 573-443-3663 www.mclanks.com

Ms. Kim’s Fish and Chicken Shack $–$$$$ 1416 Hathman Place | 573-256-5467 www.mskimsshack.com

The Quarry $-$$ 1201 E. Broadway | 573-447-7462 www.thequarrybar.com

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Corporate Citizenship Local Companies Succeed When They Give Back.

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ver the last few decades, Columbia has been blessed by steady population growth and a consistent influx of new companies creating jobs at or above the local median income. For that reason, there are many who still question the necessity for providing incentives to entice companies to relocate or expand here. Naysayers contend that Columbia’s exceptional quality of life and educated workforce is reason enough for a company to plant its roots here. However, because site selection and expansion strategies have changed so dramatically in recent years, economic incentives in the form of tax abatements, free land and reduced utility rates have become the standard. Cities that are not willing to play this high stakes game of business attraction are now more likely to be left in the dust.

In 1988, the City of Columbia formed a partnership with the County of Boone, the University of Missouri and a handful of surrounding communities to form Regional Economic Development, Inc. (REDI). Bill Watkins, later Columbia’s city manager, was hired as the first full-time executive director. A few years into his tenure, Watkins and his team were able to land a deal with the Quaker Oats Co. to build a rice cake manufacturing plant on Route B that would create 130 high-paying jobs.

At the time, economic incentives were not critical in Quaker’s decision to come to Columbia. Company officials were much more interested in the available workforce, the need to open its factory within one year, and Boone County’s central location along a major interstate highway.

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to nearly 300 employees. Now owned by Pepsico, our local Quaker Oats plant is the only place in America where the company’s signature rice cakes are produced. The company has expanded its local plant on several occasions and now sits under 140,600 square feet of roof space on 16 acres.

The success of this local operation and the increase in popularity of its snack would both make great case studies in a high-level business course at any university. The plant produces 18 different flavors at the Columbia site, ranging from the sweeter options (such as caramel or chocolate) to the more savory options (such as white cheddar or tomato basil).

More than just being a good employer, Quaker has gone out of its way to become a good corporate citizen. The company has forged partnerships with MU’s College of Engineering, the Food Bank of Central and Northeast Missouri, the Arthritis Foundation and has recently worked with the Thompson Center for Autism on a certified training program that will allow the company to hire persons on the Autism spectrum.

While not every new company that comes to Columbia has the same Cinderella-style success story, the truth is that some very positive things can come to our community when we are open for growth and expansion.

While it’s too early to determine how they will contribute to our city, the recent arrivals of Aurora Organic Dairy and American Outdoor Brands could have the same sort of impact as Quaker. More than providing good jobs, these companies have the potential to improve our overall quality of life by becoming exceptional corporate citizens.

I’m also a big fan of home-grown success stories. We’ve had a number of local com-

panies get their start in Columbia that have continued to be major players in our local ecosystem. Of course, these companies have expanded and grown without the help of any economic incentive or subsidy. The list to watch includes Flat Branch Mortgage, MBS Textbook Exchange, Shelter Insurance, Columbia Safety, True Media, Fresh Ideas, StorageMart, Endovac Animal Health and many others.

Of course, one local start-up has raised the bar for almost every other company in our community. Veterans United Home Loans (VU) now employs almost 2,000 employees and has broken the mold on how to reward employees and give back to the community. As a result, most major employers have upgraded benefits packages and workplace environments to keep pace and stay competitive. VU’s generosity, including its own employee-funded foundation, has also set a new standard for corporate citizenship.

When it comes to economic development in our community, we’d be wise to remember that “a rising tide raises all ships.”

What’s good for one company can be generally good for the entire community. I am reminded of the wisdom from scripture that reminds us that “to whom much is given, much is expected.” We’re a great community because so many businesses have chosen to live up to that creed by consistently reinvesting in the lives of our citizens.

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