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44 FAN-TASTIC FASHION STEP UP YOUR STYLE THIS TAILGATE SEASON

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BARGAIN FARES COMO’S BEST FOOD AT GREAT PRICES

94 FALL ARTS ROUNDUP A GET-OUTAND-GO GUIDE

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SPOTLIGHT All kinds of fun will crop up at the South Farm Showcase this month.

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CALENDAR

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

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BOOKSHELF Thrill ride: MU associate professor’s supernatural thriller hits the Amazon bestsellers list.

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35 5 THINGS Using your noodle: Find 5 inventive uses for pool noodles.

HEALTH & WELLNESS Bending the truth: A local yoga instructor dispels misconceptions about the ancient practice.

ROBINSON’S RAMBLINGS At 13 years old, the Roots N Blues N BBQ Fest remains a fabulous fall festival.

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99 100 DINING OUT Offering frozen paletas and more, Paleteria El Tajín delivers delicacies not previously available in Columbia.

103 DASH You can’t beet this vibrant side dish brightened by goat cheese and mint.

104 COOKING WITH BROOK Chef Brook Harlan dishes up delicious dumplings.

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Falling for Great Finds

GO HEAD OVER HEELS FOR THESE GREAT DEALS.

“Wine about it, you’ll feel better.”

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So reads an inspiration sign that a friend gifted to me last Christmas. While not essential, enjoying a glass of wine is often the best way to put a long day to rest or enjoy a dinner out with friends. My love for wine first started during a food and wine pairing at Les Bourgeois a few years back. The idea that food could taste so different — and that wine could complement it so well — transformed meals for me. If you’re also a lover of wine, be sure to check out advice from local wine experts and sommeliers on how to pick the best wines under $20. There are a few secrets you’ll definitely want to learn.

You can also be in-the-know about 10 savory savings — I think you’ll also be pleasantly surprised by some of the happy hour and dining deals we’ve rounded up. I’ve lived in Columbia for a cumulative 15 years and still didn’t know some of the deals that local establishments have. From sushi to pizza, there’s a deal for everyone — if you know where to look.

Speaking of looks, September is football season, and everyone is digging up their old tailgate outfits from last year.

We know how tiresome wearing the same “MIZ” T-shirt to tailgates can get. Check out our elevated tailgate fashion story, with three options that are anything but basic.

Not a sports fan? Don’t worry, we’ve rounded up some of the best art shows and festivals that Columbia — and surrounding counties — have to offer this fall. So, with a glass of wine inhand, I invite you to explore this month’s issue.

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IS YOUR BUDGET COSTING YOU? 5 AFFORDABLE HEALTHY FOODS It’s not easy to eat healthy when you’re watching your wallet. Many nutrient-dense foods are expensive, which is why so many people opt for cheap junk food instead. But there are affordable options. Here are ve healthy foods that are also incredibly reasonable.

BROCCOLI. This versatile veggie can be eaten raw or cooked, and is great added to salads, casseroles and soups. It’s a great source of vitamin C, which as an antioxidant and may help boost your immune system. Just one cup provides 135 percent of your daily needs. In addition, broccoli is high in vitamin K and folate.

BROWN RICE. Brown rice provides ber, vitamins and minerals. Mostly carbs, it offers BR 4 grams of ber per cup and a good amount of B vitamins, phosphorus and magnesium.

Eating brown rice can help reduce the risk of Type 2 diabetes and heart disease, as well as help with weight control.

BANANAS. Bananas are one of your cheapest fruits, and they’re lled with health bene ts, such as vitamin C, B6, potassium and manganese. What’s more, they provide ber, which may bene t your digestive health, promote weight loss and help protect against diabetes.

Popcorn makes a great snack food. It’s low in calories AIRPOPPED POPCORN. POP compared to other whole grains, with only 31 calories to a cup. It gives you some lling ber and a fair amount of B vitamins and magnesium. To make air-popped popcorn, just put ¼ cup of popcorn kernels in a brown bag and microwave until the popping stops.

CHICKEN BREAST. BREAS Usually priced around $3-4 a pound, chicken breast is a terri c healthy and protein-rich food to eat when you’re on a budget. Half a breast has 27 grams of high-quality protein, providing all the amino acids your body needs. Chicken breast is also high in niacin, vitamin B6, phosphorus, magnesium and selenium.

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LAINE YOUNG-WALKER, MD University of Missouri Health Care

THERE IS ONE CHILD PSYCHIATRIST FOR EVERY 1,000 KIDS IN Missouri. Of the state’s 114 counties, 89 don’t have a single provider. MU Health Care’s Laine Young-Walker, MD, can’t fix those access problems by herself, but she is doing everything in her power to get help to the children who need it.

Young-Walker — the University of Missouri School of Medicine’s chair of the Department of Psychiatry and associate dean for student programs — has helped create and maintain six child psychiatry outreach programs.

Among them is the MU Bridge Program, which provides a free psychiatric evaluation and at least two follow-up appointments for any Boone County student in public, private or home school. Another is the Missouri Child Psychiatry Access Project (MO-CPAP), which gives free, same-day phone consultations to primary care physicians treating young patients with mental health problems.

“If you look at my programs, they’re about access to child psychiatry,” Young-Walker says. “Or they’re about early intervention. What can we do at an early age to help that parent-child relationship, to help with social-emotional development? Studies show that a more positive, well-adjusted child will enter kindergarten more successful and ready to learn.”

In February, the MU chapter of the NAACP honored Young-Walker with its 2019 Image Award for Administrator of the Year. In May, the Women’s Network of Columbia presented Young-Walker with its 2019 ATHENA Young Professional Award.

Helping Missouri kids is a passion for Young-Walker, a native of Kansas City who has lived in Columbia since coming to MU as an undergraduate in 1989. She married her high school boyfriend, Ray Walker, just before her fourth year at the MU School of Medicine, and they have two teenage children.

Young-Walker and her family enjoy “camping in comfort” in their RV and visiting theme parks, but there isn’t much free time built in to her schedule.

“The inability to say no is the biggest thing,” she says of her overflowing calendar. “The second thing, though, is because I really want to feel like I’ve made an impact.”

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Farm Fun for the Whole Family

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20 Events to Fill Your Calendar

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Learn the Stories Behind Today’s Top Songs

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ANNUAL SOUTH FARM SHOWCASE PROMISES FAMILY FUN.

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lecting stamps, earning a free pumpkin

acknowledge that fact, Reinbott hints.

off fall, you’ll find it at the South

after collecting 10. You might milk a cow

There will also be a corn maze, sunflower

Farm Showcase.

or learn about tomato trials or falcon

maze, stocked fishing pond and much more,

rescue. Because the stations are spread

including a food tent.

Tim Reinbott, assistant director of the

University of Missouri agriculture experi-

out, tractors pull trailers, hayride-style, to

ment station, says, “It’s called the South

transport visitors between them.

Farm Showcase, but I’ve always said it’s

“We have a taste of CAFNR,” Reinbott says. “We have a food science program, like

“We stretch from Jefferson Farm and

Buck’s Ice Cream, so we’ll have some differ-

Garden to the Turf Farm, maybe almost a

ent flavors of ice cream. We have honey and

CAFNR is shorthand for MU’s College

mile, actually,” Reinbott says. “We’ve got

maple syrup and other things.” Food trucks

of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resourc-

events all up and down, from animals —

and vendors selling snacks such as kettle corn

es. The South Farm Research Center sup-

they’re right at the heart of all this — we

and pork rinds will be on site.

ports the research, outreach and teaching

have the barnyard that the animal science

Visitors also will find opportunities for

missions of animal science, plant science,

folks do, and then we’ve got other animals

“passive” education, Reinbott says. “We put

veterinary medicine, biology, botany and

there at Jefferson Farm as well as other

signs up. For example, we have cotton. So

other disciplines, and houses several re-

kids’ activities. All the way to the Turf

we’ll have some fun facts about cotton. Or

search facilities. The annual free showcase

Farm. They do a lot of extra activities.

rice. And you’ll see folks read them.”

is a chance for the public to come out and

They really focus on the kids. Everything

learn what goes on there.

from golfing on the greens to flying kites

corn and sunflowers for the mazes, start

to making bubbles.”

months in advance.

really the CAFNR showcase.”

Now in its 12th year, the daylong event has a festival feel, featuring tents and fall

One particularly inventive activity is

Some preparations, such as planting the

“It really is a team effort,” Reinbott says,

décor including scarecrows, corn stalks,

a miscanthus Olympics. Kids can race

with all hands on deck. And even though

Indian corn, pumpkins and straw bales.

between stands of the tall grass or throw

the event draws 14,000 to 15,000 people,

It’s loaded with fun activities and hands-

miscanthus stalk “javelins.” The crop was

he says there’s no need to worry about

on learning opportunities. Reinbott

originally planted as a biofuel, but it’s now

parking problems or hassles. “It’s a well-

explains that attendees get a passport

used as a binding agent for dog food, and

oiled machine.”

and visit various activity stations col-

there might just be puppies on hand to

Corn oil, perhaps?

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What’s Going On THE EVENTS YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THIS MONTH.

Pooch Plunge

SEPTEMBER 3 Finish off the dog days of summer at the pool! Bring your canine companion to Albert-Oakland Family Aquatic Center for the Pooch Plunge. This dogsonly swim is for adult, friendly dogs. Pre-registration is required. $5 per dog; 6:30 p.m.; 1900 Blue Ridge Road; 573-874-7460; como.gov/parksandrec

“Rumors”

SEPTEMBER 1, 5–8 Be in the audience for Maplewood Barn Theatre’s production of Neil Simon’s “Rumors.” The play is a madcap, slamming-door farce set in a large home just outside of New York in 1988. Guests are arriving at a 10th anniversary dinner when the first couple discovers one of their hosts (Charley) has apparently attempted suicide ... unsuccessfully. $10 adults, $3 children under 10; 8 p.m.; 2900 E. Nifong Blvd.; 573227-BARN (2276); maplewoodbarn.com

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Stephens Lake Amphitheater Concert

SEPTEMBER 5 Bring a blanket or low lawn chair out to the Stephens Lake Park Amphitheater for this month’s Concert Series concert, the Darkroom Records Teen Band Showcase. Concessions are available, but carry-in food and drinks are allowed.

Free; 7 p.m.; 2001 E. Broadway; 573-874-7460; como.gov/parksandrec

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Mizzou Football

SEPTEMBER 7 Mizzou returns to gridiron glory at Faurot Field, kicking off its 2019 football season. Catch the Tigers vs. West Virginia. Let’s see if MU can ground the Mountaineers!

Prices vary; 11 a.m.; 600 E. Stadium Blvd.; 800-CAT PAWS (228-7297); mutigers.com

Rockin’Against Multiple Sclerosis Golf Tournament

SEPTEMBER 8 Join the inaugural Rockin’Against Multiple Sclerosis (RAMS) Golf Tournament to raise funds for RAMS and the MUHC MS Institute. Proceeds from the event at Lake of the Woods Golf Course will go toward helping MU clients secure equipment that will better their lives. $400/four-person scramble; 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.; 6700 E. St. Charles Road; 573-882-6767; mizzourams.com

Peter Martin & Romero Lubambo

SEPTEMBER 8 Enjoy the jazz stylings of pianist Peter Martin & guitarist Romero Lubambo in a Sundays @ Murry’s “We Always Swing” Jazz Series concert. This concert kicks off the Jazz Series’ 25th Anniversary Season.

From $20 students, $28 adults; 3:30 and 7 p.m.; 3107 Green Meadows Way; 573-4493009; wealwaysswing.org

Fall Wedding Showcase

SEPTEMBER 8 If you’re planning a wedding, don’t miss this opportunity. Vendors will showcase wedding services and products, from bridal gowns to venues and catering and more. The Fall Bridal Showcase at the Holiday Inn Expo Center is your one-stop shop for research, sampling and inspiration! $5; noon to 4 p.m.; 2200 I-70 Drive S.W.; 573-446-3971; columbiamoweddingshow.com

Heart Of America Marathon

SEPTEMBER 2 The Columbia Track Club’s Heart of America Marathon celebrates its 60th year. Spend Labor Day running one of the most challenging marathons in the nation. This race is not for the faint of heart due to dramatic elevation changes and the usual hot and humid weather. New this year is a team relay option for two to four members. $85 marathon, $160 relay; 6 a.m.; Boone County History and Culture Center (Nifong Park), 3801 Ponderosa St.; http://columbiatrackclub.com/hoa/

Movies In The Park

SEPTEMBER 14 Don’t miss this month’s Movies in the Park feature at Cosmo Park. Bring the family to watch “Incredibles 2” on the large inflatable screen.

Concessions and food trucks are available.

Free; 7:45 p.m.; 1615 Business Loop 70 W.; 573-874-7460; como.gov/parksandrec

Shryocks Corn Maze

SEPTEMBER 13–NOVEMBER 3 Have an a-mazing adventure at the Shryocks Corn Maze, just off Interstate 70 east of Columbia.

Every year, Shryocks Callaway Farms creates incredibly detailed pictures in its cornfield using GPS technology. The 16-acre maze is wheelchairaccessible with compacted dirt paths. $10 adults, $9 children 12 & under; 4 to 9 p.m. Fridays, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturdays, 2 to 6 p.m. Sundays; 2927 County Road 253; 573-592-0191; callawayfarms.com

Family Fun Fest

SEPTEMBER 18 Bring your kids out to Cosmo Park for Family Fun Fest: Creative Kids. Enjoy fun for the whole family, including activities and music, hands-on learning, live entertainment, face painting, food trucks and more. Let the kids show their creative and artistic sides at the final family fun fest of the summer.

Free, 6 to 8 p.m.; 1516 Business Loop 70 W.; 573-874-7460; como.gov/parksandrec

“Swingtime Canteen”

SEPTEMBER 19–29 Enjoy the premiere of “Swingtime Canteen” at the Arrow Rock Lyceum Theatre. It’s 1944, and Marian Ames, a somewhat faded great lady of the screen, is touring for the USO as the bandleader of an allgirl band. $42 adults, $39 seniors, $20 students, $17 children age 4-12; 8 p.m. with 2 p.m. matinee; 114 High St., Arrow Rock; 660-837-3311; lyceumtheatre.org

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Roots N Blues N BBQ

SEPTEMBER 27–29 Roots N Blues N BBQ returns to Stephens Lake Park. The food- and music-filled festival has become one of Columbia’s favorites. It features 30 artists representing roots, blues, gospel, country, folk, bluegrass, rock and soul. Some of this year’s performers include Maren Morris, Ben Harper & The Innocent Criminals, John Prine, The Mighty Pines and The Burney Sisters.

Prices vary; 4:30 to 11 p.m. Friday, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Saturday and Sunday; 2001 E. Broadway; 573-442-5862; rootsnbluesnbbq.com

Rocheport Wine Stroll

SEPTEMBER 21 Purchase a wine glass and stroll the streets of historic Rocheport, stopping at various shops as you sample wine from a dozen or so Missouri wineries. Tickets may be purchased online before the event. $25; 4 to 8 p.m.; Rocheport; Rocheport-MO.com

Heritage Festival & Craft Show

SEPTEMBER 21–22 Watch history come alive at the annual Heritage Festival & Craft Show in Nifong Park.

See artisans and tradespeople in 19th century garb demonstrating crafts and selling their wares. Two stages will host music, dancing and storytelling. Enjoy great food in a beautiful park setting and tour the historic Maplewood Home and the Boone County History & Culture Center museum. The Mid-Missouri Organization of Storytellers invites you back at 8 p.m. for “Saturday Ghost Stories.”

Free; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; east entrance 3700 Ponderosa St., north entrance 2900 E. Nifong Blvd.; 573-874-7460; como.gov/parksandrec

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Odyssey Chamber Music Series

SEPTEMBER 27 This Odyssey Chamber Music Series program “Freedom Bound: The Evolution of the African American Spiritual,” at First Baptist Church, delves into the rousing and storied tradition of the spiritual and the early black gospel tradition. A reception will follow. $20 adults, $10 students; 7 p.m.; 1112 E. Broadway; 573-825-0079; odysseymissouri.org

Columbia Senior Center Garage Sale

SEPTEMBER 27–28 Don’t miss your chance to find tons of terrific treasures at the garage sale at the Columbia Senior Center. Items will include furniture, tools, small appliances, glassware and much more.

Free; 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Sept. 27, and 7:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sept. 28; 1121 Business Loop 70 E.; 573-874-2050; columbiaseniorcenter.com

Betsy Farris Memorial Race

SEPTEMBER 28 Be a part of the Roots N Blues N BBQ Betsy Farris Memorial Run, with 5K, 10K and half-marathon races. Runners can experience live music on the course as they run through Columbia’s nature trails, downtown and the MU campus before finishing at Stephens Lake Park. Participants will receive a race shirt, finisher’s medal, breakfast burrito and beer after the event. In addition, runners get a discounted ticket to the Roots N Blues N BBQ Festival.

Prices vary; 7 a.m. half-marathon, 7:30 a.m. 5K and 10K; 2001 E. Broadway; 573442-5862; rootsnbluesnbbq.com

Over the Edge

SEPTEMBER 28 Help your neighbors in need by taking part in the Over the Edge fundraiser. Plucky participants called “Edgers” will rappel off the top of the Tiger Hotel to raise funds for Love Inc., a coordinated network of care, relationships and resources for our neighbors in need to help them move out of poverty. $75 registration fee; all day; 23 S. Eighth St.; give.overtheedge.events

South Farm Showcase

SEPTEMBER 28 Each year, the University of Missouri’s South Farm Research Center opens its laboratories and research centers to the public to share the fun and excitement of science and discovery at the South Farm Showcase. Enjoy a variety of engaging and interesting family-friendly activities and exhibits.

Read more on page 25.

Free; 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; 3600 New Haven Road; 573-882-4450; southfarm.missouri.edu

Save the date Bob Seger

OCTOBER 3 Don’t miss your chance to see rock ’n’ roll legend Bob Seger with The Silver Bullet Band on their Final Tour tour at Mizzou Arena. Count on classics such as “Night Moves,” “Against the Wind” and lots more.

Prices vary; 7:30 p.m.; 1 Champions Drive; 573-882-6501

Mature Living Festival

OCTOBER 4 Don’t miss Columbia’s pre-eminent resource for caregivers, families of seniors and seniors at Parkade Plaza. In addition to valuable information, there is also entertainment and many business offer freebies.

Free; 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.; 601 Business Loop 70 W.; 573-874-1646; silcolumbia.org

Harvest Hootenanny

OCTOBER 5 You’re sure to have a hoot at the Columbia Center for Urban Agriculture’s 10th annual Harvest Hootenanny! The community event is held every year to celebrate agriculture and the another successful growing season at the Urban Farm. Enjoy a large Missouri-grown meal, local beer and wine in the Biergarten, live music, games, informal farm tours and a raffle.

Prices vary; 3 to 8 p.m.; Smith Street in front of the Urban Farm; 573-514-4174; columbiaurbanag.org.

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The Story Behind the Song THREE THINGS YOU MIGHT NOT KNOW ABOUT YOUR FAVORITE MUSIC.

BY JAMIE MAC • PHOTO FEATURING THOMAS RHETT

THOMAS RHETT, “Remember You Young” “Yeah, I hope when we get to Heaven / He looks at us all like we’re kids,” Rhett sings in the third verse. “Shameless and painless and perfect and ageless / Forgives all the wrong we did.”

Nostalgic. No word wasted. “Remember You Young” is the most beautiful song on radio right now, and I’m not just referring to country radio. It creatively takes you from adolescence to when we start to lose the battle with Father Time. It’s a great sentiment that leaves a lasting impression on the listener long after you’ve moved on to your next task or another song, which is “No matter how much time goes by, for worse or for better, I’ll always remember you young.”

Life Note: Thomas Rhett recently announced that he’ll have three weddings to pay for, as he and his wife Lauren are expecting another baby girl in early 2020.

LIZZO “Truth Hurts” Perseverance. In a word, it’s the career of Lizzo. While relatively unknown to the world prior to 2019, she’s been

But when it failed to take off, she almost gave up all hopes of a career in the industry. Thankfully, she persevered. Fast forward to 5 months ago, when Netflix released a rom-com called “Someone Great” starring Gina Rodriguez. A scene of Gina’s character dancing in the kitchen singing “Truth Hurts” goes viral, becoming a meme, relaunching the song, and putting Lizzo back in the spotlight. Add in a performance of the track at the 2019 BET Awards featuring twerking in a wedding dress with an added flute solo, and she’s now a sensation that won’t soon be forgotten.

LEWIS CAPALDI, “Someone Loved You” The tear-jerking strains of Scottish crooner Lewis Capaldi’s “Someone You Loved” continues to break hearts every time it’s played. However, it’s not a simple break-up song. While it is about a relationship ending, how it ends is unclear. The singer reveals he chose to write “open-ended lyrics” to reflect not just a romantic relationship ending, but to also reflect recent deaths in his family. Another listen to the song with this info puts it on a whole different level, and suddenly it connects with the listener in a whole new way.

making a name for herself in the rap community since 2011, as part of various groups, having even worked with Prince in

Jamie Mac is the director of programming and new media of Zimmer

2014 and appearing on the “Late Show” with David Letter-

Radio Group, which includes KCLR 99, Y107 FM and 101.9 The Wave.

man that same year. She first released “Truth Hurts” in 2017.

He has worked in radio for 12 years.

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The Immortal Force

LOCAL AUTHOR HITS THE AMAZON BESTSELLERS LIST.

BY LAUREN PUCKETT • PHOTO BY L.G. PATTERSON

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BOOKSHELF

tephen Paul Sayers became a

souls? Do we have any say in the mat-

ers has already pitched his publisher on

bestselling author on the dare

ter? In The Caretakers books, RG and

one of his daughter’s young-adult drafts,

of a teenager — specifically, the

Kacey discover that our plane of reality

and he’s hopeful she’ll have her first

prodding of his own daughter. An as-

is, in fact, a battleground between good

novel out soon.

sociate professor of physical therapy in

and evil. The good guys, who seek to

the School of Health Professions at MU,

protect our souls, are the “caretakers.”

moved to Columbia 16 years ago for

Sayers didn’t seem a natural candidate

Bad guys, who hunt our souls as prey,

a position at MU, he had to look up

for the role of supernatural thriller

are the “jumpers.” In The Immortal

Missouri on a map to remember where

writer. But something about the look in

Force, a particularly powerful jumper

it was. Now, the university — and its

his daughter’s eye, combined with a life-

has uncovered the secret to immortal-

surrounding college town — is home.

long obsession with Stephen King, set

ity, and he’s hoping to shuttle it back to

But even after transitioning from New

off something like a chemical reaction.

his kind, with, of course, the end goal

Englander to Midwesterner, Say-

Sayers split himself into two identities:

being world domination.

ers is again redefining his identity.

university researcher by day, fiction

That is, until super-powered RG and

When Sayers, a Connecticut native,

He doesn’t discuss his fiction with

writer by night. He’d thought this was

Kacey get in the way. This husband-

students or colleagues, and instead

merely the result of a deep bond with

and-wife team is the darkly comedic

reserves that part of himself for the

his daughter; he’d give her the book as a

page. But he’ll admit that finding a

birthday or Christmas gift, or at least as

passion for writing at a later stage

proof that, Hey, look, your old man still

in life has, in fact, reinvigorated his

has some tricks up his sleeves. There was no reason to expect the story would be published, let alone that it’d become an Amazon bestseller.

But that’s exactly what happened. The story took on a life that Sayers thought worthy of sharing beyond the confines of his home, and soon he nabbed a publisher, Hydra Publications, and a release date: June 2018. On New Year’s Eve,

These books deal with how we live and the things that can happen to us, perhaps, if we live a certain way.

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2018, Sayers was driving home when his

academic work, as well. And the success he’s had, though part luck, is also undoubtedly due to a researcher’s proclivity for big questions.

“These books deal with how we live and the things that can happen to us, perhaps, if we live a certain way,” he says. “There’s more [for people to] consider than just, ‘What’s on TV tonight?’”

He wants readers to recognize that RG and Kacey might be bigger-than-life

publisher reached out to him to ensure

heart of the series, and the reason that

characters in a world far stranger than

he’d check his Amazon rankings that

Sayers pitches the book t0 colleagues as

our own — but what if, maybe, our

night. Turns out, A Taker of Morrows,

“Stranger Things” meets “The Incredibles.”

world is that strange, and we haven’t

But considering Sayers injects a fair

been looking closely enough? Perhaps

the first in The Caretakers series, had cracked the Amazon Top 10 interna-

amount of horror influence into his

we ought to pay more attention to what

tional bestsellers list. This fall, the third

stories, you might want to keep this one

we fear, and how we act, and how it

book in the series, The Immortal Force,

away from kids — unless one of them

pushes and pulls the state of our souls.

will arrive, wrapping up the story of

happens to be Sayers’ daughter. She’s

Perhaps we ought to wonder whether or

college professor RG Granville, his wife,

an avid reader of her father’s work, and

not we’re such good people.

Kacey, and the otherworldly powers

frequently he’ll run ideas by her for con-

they wield together.

sideration before making any final deci-

fabulous entertainment, and there’s

Of course, The Caretakers is also just

Sayers insists his books aren’t in-

sions. The two actually write together,

nothing wrong with that. If Sayers’

tended to stir up religious fervor, but

sometimes occupying opposite corners

daughter has taught him anything, it’s

they draw upon spiritual questions all

of a table or bed and clacking away at

that entertainment is meaningful — and

the same: Where do we go when we

keyboards in silence. Or, they’ll go on

when our kids push us to get creative,

die? What — or who — is vying for our

hour-long walks and suss out ideas. Say-

perhaps we should stop and listen.

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5 Stress-busting Yoga Poses

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Using Your Noodle 5 THINGS TO USE A POOL NOODLE FOR

BY PEG GILL

OH, THE FUN OF SWIMMING AND SPLASHING IN THE POOL ALL SUMMER. But with Labor Day upon us, the season — and the pool — will soon be coming to a close. That means putting away those rafts, floaties and pool noodles. Or does it? Pool noodles actually have some pretty nifty uses outside the pool (many inside the house). Here are five:

To keep boots upright. Your boots will hold their shape and not tip over if you cut a boot-height length of

To child-proof a glass coffee table.

Slit a pool noodle and use it to wrap the edge of a glass

pool noodle and place it inside each one.

coffee table.

To mark tent strings. How often have you

To cushion crutch handles. Next time you

tripped over the strings that secure your tent to the ground? Not

or someone in the family finds themselves on crutches, make the

with this tip. Cut a pool noodle into short lengths and slit one

experience a little less hard — literally! Cut an appropriate length

side. Slide a piece onto each tent string for a colorful heads up.

of pool noodle, slit it, and slip it over the hard rubber underarm pads and handgrips to add a little extra cushioning.

To store fishing rods. Mount a pool noodle lengthwise on the wall with a strong industrial adhesive. Cut slices into it a few inches apart. Place upright fishing rods in between the slits to secure them for storage.

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HEALTH & WELLNESS

Yoga for All

UNWIND WITH AN ANCIENT PRACTICE.

S

BY BRIANNA THOMPSON • PHOTOS BY L.G. PATTERSON eptember has arrived, whisper-

a day can result in physical, mental and

know yourself deeply and ultimately

ing promises of vibrant leaves,

emotional relief. Unfortunately, yoga has

apply this heightened awareness to bet-

crackling bonfires and sweet

become widely commercialized, result-

tering the world around you.

apple cider. But, fall is also a stressful

ing in mistaken beliefs regarding what

time as we transition into a new season

the practice entails.

and adjust to school schedules and the

As a new yoga instructor, I have heard

Your body is your best teacher. Poses will look and feel different on every body because each is unique with an individu-

impending holidays. The ancient prac-

several misconceptions, the most com-

al set of needs. You will reap the benefits

tice of yoga is a powerful tool for holistic

mon being “I’m not flexible enough/don’t

regardless of what variation you choose.

stress management, often practiced with

have the right body type!” These state-

When practicing yoga, there are a few

the intention to integrate the mind, body

ments are heartbreaking because yoga

things to keep in mind.

and soul. Though it sounds effortless,

is truly accessible to everyone and easily

often it can be a major challenge to take

modified to meet practitioners where

go further into the expression, but

even just five minutes to pause, be still

they are. The goal of yoga is not to bust

you should never experience sharp or

and pay attention to your body. Taking a

out an aesthetic pretzel-like pose, but to

shooting pain. If a sensation feels wrong,

pose or two even for just a few minutes

strengthen your body-mind connection,

carefully back out of the pose and try a

If you are craving more sensation,

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different version. Experiment with both

particularly the belly and lungs. Exhaling,

rative throughout your practice, finding

stillness and movement in each pos-

envision releasing that which no longer

grace and appreciation for yourself wher-

ture to find what feels best. Allow your

serves you. Take note of the environ-

ever you are. Your body, mind and soul

connection and attention to breath to

ment you are in and emotions that arise.

will thank you. Here are five postures I

guide your practice. Breathe with inten-

Pay close attention to where your mind

find particularly worthwhile for dropping

tion into places of tightness. Inhaling,

wanders as well as your inner dialogue.

into the present moment, finding ease

imagine breath filling your whole body,

Attempt to maintain a kind inner nar-

and reducing stress.

1

Standing Forward Fold

A phenomenal back stretch, standing folds aid in soothing asthma, insomnia and strengthening organs such as the

and then the other, releasing tension in the back. Recognize if you are clenching or holding onto tension in your neck and shoulders. Let your upper body fully relax and hang to allow for the full benefits

liver and kidneys.

VARIATIONS: Your feet may be

TIPS: I begin this pose by first extend-

hip distance apart (two fists in width)

ing my arms towards the sky (think “good morning stretch”) and then fold from there, hinging at the hips. Keep a slight bend in the legs to protect your knees. It may also feel beneficial to bend one leg

or you may take a wide legged forward fold if you would like more of a stretch on the inner thighs and calves. Let your arms dangle or grab opposite elbows for a ragdoll position.

2 Reclined Heart Opener

Our society seems to be plagued by an epidemic of hiding raw emotions and holding back from speaking our truth. Additionally, the age of technology has contributed to the habit of hunching forward as we walk, sit and live our everyday lives. To counteract this detrimental combination, heart-openers physically remind us to open ourselves to new situations and speak from the heart.

TIPS: Lie on your back with your legs bent. Place the soles of your feet firmly on the ground about a hand’s distance in front of your booty and hip’s width distance apart. Extend your arms out in line with your shoulders.

VARIATIONS: Arms can be straight out in a T shape or bent at the elbows for cactus arms. Place a block in between your shoulder blades for a deeper chest opening.

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4 Child’s Pose

In child’s pose, your head is below your heart, relieving both muscular and mental tension. Closing your eyes allows space for reflection as you turn your gaze

3 Garland Squat

towards your internal landscape.

TIPS: Sit your hips back towards your

Garland squat allows a release of pent-up

deeper stretch, use your elbows to push

heels. Rest your forehead between your

emotions stored in the hips, fires up your

your knees wide.

arms. Let your belly soften onto your

metabolism and aids in digestion. As you

thighs or hang between your legs. Breathe

sink your hips low and bring awareness

VARIATIONS: If your heels don’t

to the ground beneath you, perhaps con-

touch the ground

sider this pose a tribute to your “roots,”

right away, try

VARIATIONS: Arms can be extend-

ancestors and where you came from.

setting a folded

ed in front of you with palms down, by

blanket under

your sides with palms facing up, or above

your heels.

your head in prayer while your elbows

TIPS: Place your feet hip distance

deeply into your back.

rest on the ground.

apart or wider at a 45-degree angle out — you can move them in or out as

Brianna Thompson is a certified

needed. Keep your hands at heart center

integrated yoga instructor.

in prayer or place them on the floor

She completed

or a block for support. Breathe into

her training

your hips and lengthen your tailbone

at Yoga Sol in

towards the ground as the crown

Columbia.

of your head extends tall. For a

5 Waterfall Pose

Also known as “Legs up the Wall” pose, this inversion works to fight insomnia

in the pose for 10 minutes or longer,

or cushion under your hips to

taking breaks as needed.

elevate them and provide some

and improve circulation. Waterfall is

VARIATIONS: If this pose is uncom-

excellent for tired, sore and swollen feet

fortable, try tucking a folded blanket

or before bed.

TIPS: Lie on your back and scoot your booty flush against the wall, extending your legs straight. Relax your body, unclench your jaw and draw your tongue away from the roof of your mouth. Rest

support. Another option is bending your legs ninety degrees and letting your calves rest on a chair.

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ROBINSON’S RAMBLINGS

Good Clean Fun LOCAL BIRTHDAY PARTY GOES VIRAL.

BY JOHN DRAKE ROBINSON ■ PHOTO BY L.G. PATTERSON

I

t takes a lot of care and feeding to

busting at the seams, so it moved from its

Lane, one of three partners ( J amie V arvaro,

produce a teenager. This month

downtown footprint into the roomy comfort

Shay J asper) who purchased the festival in

Columbia’s Roots N Blues N BBQ

of Stephens Lake Park. The two-day event

May from co-founder Richard K ing.

Festival becomes a teen, and it has

became a three-day weekend. There were

blossomed into one of America’s greatest

other positive changes: More great food.

from people all over the world, including

fall festivals.

More toilets. And now your smart wristband

the musicians —

takes the place of cash and credit cards to

And great entertainers keep coming back,

purchase food, drinks and souvenirs.

like The Mavericks, J ason Isbell, the Flood

It started as a birthday party for a bank, a one-time event 13 ye ars ago. Then it went viral. And today, like most teens, the

“ This change creates a safer festival

The festival keeps earning rave reviews especially the musicians.

Brothers and J ohn Prine, bless his soul.

festival has managed to ourish through

environment for all and faster, more

its growing pains.

efficient lines so our guests can spend more

such as Maren Morris and Ben Harper will

time in front of the bands,” says Tracy

grace these stages for the first time.

At 6 years old, Roots N Blues was

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f course, plenty of high profile artists

SUSTAINABILITY This year Sustainability Director Scout

and compostable containers and utensils.

Merry, the festival management team and

The vendors who facilitate green practices

the festival volunteer green team will be

are given priority marketing in festival

helping you support sustainable practices

social media as well as on-site signage.

in nearly every aspect of the festival.

Hundreds of signs remind patrons that The Columbia Center for Urban

there are two designated smoking areas

Agriculture, a local nonprofit agency, will

in the park during the festival. Otherwise,

provide daily composting services for

smoking is prohibited in the park. Logboat

food and drink vendors at the festival.

Brewing Company provides TerraCycle cigarette butt receptacles in designated

Culligan Water will provide a public

smoking areas to prevent patrons from

filtered drinking water station in vendor

dropping cigarettes in the grass.

row to encourage festival patrons to bring refillable water bottles.

And festival patrons can earn a limitededition Festival Green Team T-shirt by

The festival encourages food and drink ven-

filling a standard City of Columbia recy-

dors to integrate green practices into their

cling bag full of cans and cups from the

operations and to try to use only recyclable

festival grounds.

It started as a birthday party for a bank, a onetime event 13 years ago AWARDS In 2017, Stephens Lake Park received

during the three days of the 2018 festival.

national accreditation as an arboretum.

Plus, the city and the University of

And Roots N Blues N BBQ was

Missouri Athletic Department team up to

honored as the 2019 recipient of the

provide more than 100 recycling bins to

Mayor’s Climate Protection Award for

make recycling easily accessible through-

Environmental Stewardship.

out the festival grounds. The result? The

The latter is no small feat. When Roots

city collected more than five tons of plas-

N Blues moved from the brick and mortar

tic, aluminum, glass, paper, corrugated

of downtown to the more fragile green

cardboard and boxboard during the three

space of Stephens Lake Park, eyebrows

days of festival operations. That’s enough

raised. But Columbians rallied to the

to fill two city recycling trucks.

environmental challenge.

Through careful management and a com-

You’re lucky. Thousands of families travel many miles to attend one of the

mitment to recycling, the festival keeps trash

best fall festivals in America. For you, the

to a minimum: Festival officials report that

party is right here in Columbia.

City of Columbia Solid Waste staff collected only 10.61 tons of refuse from 10,000 guests

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CHANGE THE TILING “One thing trending now is one large piece of porcelain instead of smaller tiles.

It’s cleaner because there is no grout and it’s easier to install. There is a plethora of choices including different finishes on porcelain that emulate marble and granite. A few options would be Diana Royal and Crema Marfil.”

CHANGE THE LIGHTING “This can be accomplished less drastically, by changing out the wattage or type of light bulb, such as LED. Or you can do a more dramatic update and change the lighting fixture,” Rohlfing says. “A lighting fixture with faceted glass increases the light reflection and adds texture and interest to the fixture.”

UPDATE THE HARDWARE “Brushed nickel or polished nickel hardware is very popular, but brass is also making a comeback.”

ADD A SPLASH OF COLOR

Sometimes it seems as though the kitchen and master bedroom get all of the special treatment when it comes to remodeling and interior design. One room that falls by the wayside? The guest bathroom. Fortunately, there are some simple things you can do to update the look of your guest bathroom, without having a large budget or time frame.

Ed Rohlfing, designer at Putnam’s 1012 Design, recommends five different things to transform a guest bathroom from drab to fab, without having to schedule a contractor.

“You can change the shower door to a textured glass, change the shower curtain to a more updated color or pattern or change out the frame or shape of the mirror. Adding an unexpected or exotic plant gives a bit off nature and vitality to the space as well. All of these completely change the aesthetic in the bathroom,” Rohlfing says.

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CHANGE THE PAINT COLOR “I like to create a spa feel in bathrooms, typically this means aqua colors. You don’t need a lot a lot of color — just a hint to create a pleasant environment,” Rohlfing says. “Or if you are adventuresome with color, add an aqua color with lots of chroma to really add drama, which will still keep the spa environment.”

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ENDURING ELEGANCE

Columbia builder creates a family paradise.

BY OLIVIA DESMIT | PHOTOS BY L.G. PATTERSON

JEREMY AND JESSICA SPILLMAN MAY HAVE LIVED IN THEIR HOUSE IN THE VINEYARDS FOR FOUR YEARS, but you certainly can’t tell. The reason? It keeps evolving — at least partly because of Jeremy’s profession as the owner of Spillman Homes.

The Spillmans built their home in 2015 and after nine months moved in with their three children — just before Christmas. “Our home took a lot longer than a typical project because it was personal and we made

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The Spillman’s kitchen features a warm gray backsplash from Johnston Paint and cabinets from Mark Hall Fine Cabinetry.

The countertops are White Glacier granite from Central Missouri Countertops.

it a little overcomplicated,” Jeremy says. “My

recently added a new built-in cabinet, crafted

dated,” Jeremy says. “I wanted to be able to

clients’ homes all come first.” When designing

by Artisans in Wood.

come home and not feel like I suddenly need

their home, Jessica and Jeremy wanted to go

Some unique features of their kitchen in-

for a more classic look. “We wanted to bring

clude the pantry door, made out of 100-year-

The Spillman’s favorite part of their time-

back the vintage look and create something

old barn wood from a farm in Ashland. They

less kitchen is the built-in dining seating.

timeless that will outlast any fads,” Jessica

opted for a more rustic look with brick floor-

“Our built-in seating is becoming more and

says. The kitchen features both brass and

ing — giving the entire pantry a farmhouse

more trendy, but is still not a common item

polished nickel, in line with the current trend

functional feel. “I’m in new homes every day,

when I build and remodel homes,” Jeremy

of mixing metals throughout a house. They

so I didn’t want a house that would feel out-

says. “We love it because it allows more seat-

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to update or change everything about it.”

WE WANTED TO BRING BACK THE VINTAGE LOOK AND CREATE SOMETHING TIMELESS THAT WILL OUTLAST ANY FADS.” — JEREMY AND JESSICA SPILLMAN

ing and a much larger table than we would’ve

existed. “We originally wanted to renovate

The kitchen island, with a granite coun-

been able to fit with a traditional walkway

an older home, but it ended up being more

tertop and large farmhouse sink, is built for

around the table. On the holidays and when

cost effective to build a new one,” Jessica

functionality — and is one of Jeremy’s favor-

we host, we load it down along with the is-

says. Faced with this dilemma, the couple

ite spots in the house. “Our oversized island

land. The built-in benches also provide great

chose to re-create an older, classic look in a

is the meeting place in our home — with us

storage for seasonal items, so they are techni-

new home — and in their kitchen. The color

all being so busy, it’s the perfect place for a

cally utilized year-round.”

palette the couple chose is Simply White by

quick snack, meal, homework, I even work

Benjamin Moore and their appliances are

there sometime so I’m not disconnected

from the Kenmore Pro Series.

from my family in my office,” he says.

A secret the Spillmans shared? The house on Stone Mountain Parkway almost never

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The pantry embraces a more rustic vibe, with brick floors and a barnwood door, upcycled from a farm in Ashland.

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CLEAN the GREEN

Quartz countertop from DKB Designer Kitchens and Baths

COUNTER INTELLIGENCE Weighing different kitchen counter options.

BY PEG GILL | PHOTOS BY L.G. PATTERSON

LAMINATE. CORIAN®. QUARTZ. AND THAT’S JUST SCRATCHING THE SURFACE, SO TO SPEAK. When it comes to choosing kitchen countertops, there are seemingly endless options. How do you decide what’s right for your home? Certainly price plays a part. So does eye-appeal and durability. Then there’s the issue of maintenance: Some surfaces require a yearly sealer or other special care. There is an overwhelming amount of information, especially for homeowners that just want to update the look of their kitchen. We dug into the most popular options and asked the experts for pros and cons of each so that next time you’re thinking of remodeling, you’re the one with the counter intelligence.

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Laudable Laminate

looks go. It can be scratched or burned, but

Braden Bence, an outside sales consultant

the benefit is, since the color goes all the way

with DKB Designer Kitchens & Baths,

through it, it can always be repaired.”

says laminate countertops are the most

“If there are seams needed during fab-

affordable way to go, and are still a popu-

rication, they adhere together to create a

lar option. These counters are made of a

seamless look,” Bence at DKB adds. “It’s the

laminate material that’s adhered to par-

only material you can truly do that with.

ticleboard. They’re heated and rolled so

Seams don’t show. It’s easy to fabricate.”

they don’t split, and come in endless colors

Another benefit of solid surface counter-

and a variety of edge styles. He says there

tops such as Corian® is that you don’t have

are different grades of laminate: standard,

to worry about bacteria. The countertops

premium and high definition.

are sanitary because they’re non-porous.

“Standard has a matte finish,” he says.

“Premium will have kind of a texture to

Taken for Granite

it to look a little bit more like a full stone.

Moving up from laminate and solid surface,

A little pitting like a stone would have.

the next option is stone tops.

Premiums have a little bit better wear resistance, though a knife will cut through it. It doesn’t matter what grade of laminate you

“Your two big types of stone are going be granite and quartz,” Bence says.

“There are a couple of other materials,

have, a knife’s still going to cut it.” Then

there’s marble, and there’s soapstone and

there’s high definition, which is a pattern

quartzite. Marble and soapstone are softer

that looks more like true stone. “It doesn’t

stones. You have to be very careful because

repeat itself as much. The idea is a stone

they etch. Foods high in acid will eat them.

look without the high price point. The high

Soapstone is not a very porous material. You

definitions do have a higher wear rating to

have to oil it fairly frequently, which speeds

them, too.”

up the natural darkening of the stone.”

Granite and quartz are the most popular

Captivating Corian

stone counter options that DKB sells, Bence

The next step up would be a solid surface

says. Caldwell says the same holds true for

countertop. Corian is the name that most

Columbia Showcase.

®

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people know. It was the original. Although

“Granite gets kind of a bad rap,” Bence

not as popular as it once was, plenty of

says, “because people say, ‘I’ve gotta seal

people still opt for it.

it all the time and it’s going to stain.’

“There are still things people like about

There is a little maintenance that has to

the Corian®, like the sink being able to be

be done. It comes in with a sealer that’s

integrated in, and the look — people do

going to be good for about a year. It needs

still like the look,” says Designer Kristin

to be resealed with an impregnating

Caldwell of Columbia Showcase Kitchens

sealer about once a year. You spread it

and Baths. Caldwell says it’s not the same

on, let it soak in and then wipe the excess

product it used to be, looks-wise. “It has

off.” He says you can do a water test to

come far in replicating that kind of swirly

tell when it needs to be resealed: Simply

look that granite and quartz have. Over the

put a little water on it, and if it darkens, it

years they’ve kept up with the trend as far as

needs to be resealed. An option is to

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pay a little bit of an up charge and get a

that the machine is clean and that they’re not

lifetime sealer with a 15-year warrantee,

getting any trace of another color. It’s just a

which some fabricators offer.

lot of extra steps.” In addition to white and

Another consideration with granite, says

natural tones, quartz counters are available

Caldwell, is its variability. “With granite, it

in a whole host of hues: bright blue, purple,

is always ever-changing. What’s coming out

blacks, tans, burgundies, dark greens. You

of the quarry can change as they get deeper

can also find some with varying degrees of

or further in, or depending where the slab

sparkle, particularly from the Cambria® brand,

comes from. With granite we always tell

Caldwell says. She also says you can now find

people you have to go actually pick out the

an even greater variety of finishes in quartz,

slabs you want and see them.” This neces-

too. “Granite has always been available honed,

sitates a trip to either St. Louis or Kansas

or leathered or suede. Quartz is now starting

City, where most local counter fabricators

to follow that trend.”

source their slabs. Not a deal breaker, per-

Another option, produced very similarly

haps, but she says many people just want to

to quartz, is recycled glass countertops,

be able to select from samples in the show-

which offer a unique and artistic look.

room and have the process done.

These also use resin, but incorporate chunks of recycled glass rather than quartz,

Quintessential Quartz

making them more of a green product.

Unlike granite, quartz is an engineered stone, so it’s non-porous, doesn’t need to be sealed

Adaptable Alternatives

and is very consistent in its appearance.

Some homeowners prefer the warmth of

“One of the things that people like with

wood for a more rustic look, and will choose

it is that they’re going to see the samples

butcher-block countertops. Butcher block

and that’s pretty much what they’re going

is similar in price to granite and quartz,

to get,” Caldwell says.

Bence says. It’s just a different look. It’s very

To make quartz countertops, ground up

customizable. He says the typical thickness

chunks of quartz are used, and can range from

is 1½ inch, but you can go from 3 inches all

very small chunks to larger ones. The quartz

the way up to 8 inches. You can choose a

chunks are mixed with resins. Typically coun-

wide range of woods — walnut, maple, oak,

ters are 93 percent quartz and 7 percent resin

hickory and cherry — and leave it natural or

product. The mixture is poured into big slabs

stain it. You can select different finishes —

and baked into sheets, and the resin fills in any

semi-gloss, oil or matte. Caldwell says her

pores in the material.

company, too, sees some call for wooden

Another benefit of quartz over granite is

countertops. Although many people choose

that a lot of quartz products resemble marble,

butcher block for the ability to chop on it,

Bence says. Caldwell agrees. “The market

Caldwell has a caution: “I’ll always recom-

right now is hot in the white and gray marble-

mend still using a cutting board no matter

looking counters. It’s hard to find that look

what surface you have,” she says.

in a lot of the granite out there. You can find

And let’s not forget stainless steel and

some whites in granite, but you can’t really

concrete, two other options that can pro-

find that marble look.” She says you can ex-

vide a very different, more industrial or

pect to pay a bit of premium for the quartz

commercial vibe. For people who want

pure whites. “That’s just because the process

that concrete look without the mainte-

of them having to go through and ensure

nance need of sealing it, Caldwell says

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Corian® countertop from Columbia Showcase Kitchens.

Caesarstone®, a quartz maker, has come

little of the softness added to the top and

out with concrete colors. “Because it’s

bottom. An eased edge, or a pencil edge, is

man-made, they can mimic a lot of these

what they call it. Not a hard edge. It’s just

looks or stones, but have the good durabil-

softened a little bit on the top and bottom.”

ity of a stone so that people don’t have to worry about the maintenance of it.”

Getting Edgy

One final counter consideration is to mix materials, rather than selecting a single surface for the entire kitchen. For some, this may mean making the island

All these choices are almost enough to

a centerpiece or focal point, and using

send anyone over the edge. And speak-

marble or some other higher-end surface

ing of edges, that’s another decision that

on it, then using an alternative material

needs to be made when choosing kitchen

for the surrounding counters. Others

counters. Multiple edges are available.

may incorporate just a small section

Bence says there are five kinds of stan-

of a certain surface, says Caldwell. For

dard edges that DKB’s fabricators don’t

instance, a section of butcher-block or

charge extra for. Beveling or rounding is

marble within the larger counter.

very popular, he says. Then you can move

“There’s lots of different ways you

into more decorative, detailed versions

can mix materials in a kitchen. We mix

that are tiered or stepped down. A trend

materials a lot. Even if it’s a space where

he’s seeing lately is a simple edge, called

somebody wants something specific. Like

an eased edge. Caldwell, too, has noted a

stainless, or marble countertops if you’re

move toward eased edges.

a huge baker,” she says.

“I do a lot of the more clean, simple, more of almost the square edge with just a

Seems cooking isn’t the only way to get creative in the kitchen these days.

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“GRANITE HAS ALWAYS BEEN AVAILABLE HONED, OR LEATHERED OR SUEDE. QUARTZ IS NOW STARTING TO FOLLOW THAT TREND.” — KRISTIN CALDWELL

Bathing Beauties Freestanding tubs enjoy the limelight.

BY PEG GILL

I

n the early 19th century, before indoor plumbing, those wealthy enough to afford them owned cast iron clawfoot tubs, named for their decorative metal feet and prized for their ability to hold heat. Servants would fill the tub with water and the freestanding design enabled them to assist the bather.

During the post-war construction boom, indoor plumbing became widely available and smaller homes began trending. As a result, builders turned to space-saving built-in tubs, and clawfoots fell from favor.

But today, the distinctive style is enjoying a resurgence, part of a growing trend toward freestanding tubs. Many homeowners are looking to add luxury and a more open feeling to their master baths by moving away from tubs built into “a deck,” such as ones with cabinetry fronts.

Jenny Anderson, a designer/sales consultant with DKB Designer Kitchens & Baths, explains: “Freestanding is a broader term. Clawfoot indicates that old style cast iron look with the actual clawfeet. Freestanding, which is what we’re probably selling the most of, goes all the way down to the floor, so you don’t get feet underneath it.

“They come in all different sizes. You can get them in fiberglass, acrylic, cast iron and the Lithocast ®, which is like a resin-type material, which is a little more heavy-duty feeling. They make a wide variety of sizes and shapes. There’s more modern, rectangular, round or like an egg shape.”

She says another popular style has a shroud at the bottom, with a decorative face.

Besides their aesthetic appeal, freestanding tubs have less surface area to clean around, Anderson says, and can be quite affordable.

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“By the time you do the cabinetry front, and the deck and the tub, depending on the tub, it’s kind of an even swap. It can even be less expensive to do a freestanding tub, depending on if you do a deck-mounted faucet. That’s when you mount the faucet directly on the tub itself, rather than having the faucet come up out of the floor.”

Richard Mechlin, owner of Mechlin Plumbing, says he has done an equal number of deck-mounted versus floormounted faucets on freestanding tubs, and that some tub designs don’t have space for a deck-mount. He’s definitely noticed the freestanding tub trend.

“I’m seeing a lot more in remodels,” he says. “People are taking out the garden tubs that are stuck in the corner and putting in the freestanding ones.” He appreciates the fiberglass versions, saying they’re easier to install because they’re lighter. He says fiberglass also allows the tubs to be deeper, and allows more variety in shapes. He still gets calls for cast iron, however, and currently has a customer leaning toward a clawfoot.

Different shapes, styles and materials are only part of the freestanding tub story.

“You can get them as soakers, or air tubs,” Anderson says. “Air tubs have little air holes. It’s not water jets. It just shoots air through the little holes and gives you a sort of overall therapy, where a jetted tub’s going to hit you in certain spots. We have some brands where you can do soaker only, air only or an air/jet combo.

“You can even use aromatherapy in some air tubs, or chromatherapy (lights). You can do some of these tubs in different colors now on the front. Black is trending. A black shell and a white interior is popular. Kohler is coming out with colors like indigo blue and plum, probably next year.”

Yet another option that may color your decision.

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Flat-Out Fabulous What’s trending in flatware.

BY PEG GILL

T

here was a time when flatware was, well, pretty flat. It was stainless steel, silver in color, and even often colloquially called silverware. Sure, it came in different patterns, but that was about the extent of its diversity. Those days are long gone: Now you’ll find a whole gamut of spiffy spoons, nifty knives and fabulous forks.

The array today is amazing — gold tones, brass, a host of different solid colors, ombré, two-tone, iridescent or opalescent options, copper combos, basket weave textures and more. Black is on track as a trend, too; a quick search of Bed, Bath & Beyond’s website turned up more than 40 black flatware sets, and even included one that mirrored Mizzou’s colors of black and gold.

One other recent trend has less to do with looks and more to do with environmental consciousness: sustainable options.

Coming Home, a unique local home goods boutique, strives to stock sustainable items, including bamboo flatware made from solid, organic bamboo grown on familyowned farms. Owner Jean Gruenewald says, “I’m always on the hunt for sustainable things that fit in with the flavor of my shop,” she says. “It’s a personal thing I try to do.”

Technically a grass, bamboo can be harvested without killing the plant, which makes it highly renewable and eco-friendly. Because it’s a natural product, it also composts

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much more quickly than other flatware, such as plastic or metal. The flatware is dishwasher-safe, and at $1 a piece, highly reasonable.

Another trend? Gold, according to Mary Stauffer, co-owner of Tallulahs.

“People are incorporating more gold in flatware and in dishes,” she says. It adds a luxe look. But she warns, a lot of it is pricier. She’s also observed a rise in different colored sets, including those with acrylic handles that are dishwasher-safe.

Despite the wide range of flatware available, Stauffer says many of her customers are still choosing more classic takes, since trends can quickly become outdated.

Whether you choose to embrace today’s trends or not, when shopping for flatware, experts advise actually handling the contenders, to get a sense of their heft, comfort in your hands and practicality of use. That’s the only way, they say, to know if those table knives are going to cut it.

Even if you don’t opt to hop on the trend train for your flatware, you can still add plenty of punch to your table with signature serving utensils, such as spoons and salad tongs. Stauffer says Tallulahs carries quite a few of these, and that they’re very popular, particularly as wedding registry items.

Some of Tallulahs’ brands include Beatriz Ball and Vagabond House, whose whimsical, ornate Blackberry Serving Spoon is crafted of pewter, and needs no polishing. Similarly, Coming Home carries specialty utensils such as locally made hand-crafted walnut sweet tea spoons.

Clearly, there’s no shortage of ways to stir up your style when it comes to setting your table. Bon appétit!

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A GOOD DEAL IS HARD TO PASS UP, especially when it’s a 12-ounce strip steak for less than $11. Yes, you read that correctly.

Who says good food has to break the bank?

We’ve rounded up the best dining deals in Columbia — including bottles of Portuguese wine for under $10 and $5 brick-oven pizzas — so the next time you’re looking for something to munch on, you don’t have to spend big to eat fantastically. From Shakespeare’s to Sycamore, you’re sure to discover a new favorite deal right here in Columbia. Bon appétit!

Sizzling Steak Sandwich

Though Murry’s runs lunch and dinner deals daily, their steak sandwich special is always on the menu. The secret? This steak sandwich puts the emphasis on the steak: Two pieces of toasted sourdough bread support a 12-ounce strip steak cooked and seasoned to order. At under $11, this sandwich is a steal. For a few cents extra, top it with cheese; lettuce and onion garnish come on the side. The sandwich is a meal on its own, but you can get the full Murry’s experience with an order of Brock’s Green Pepper Rings — battered and fried green pepper slices topped with powdered sugar. Though you don’t have to wait for happy hour for this deal, you might have to wait for a table. Murry’s packs the house almost every night of the week for the dinner hour.

Arrive early or be prepared to enjoy a drink from the bar and a little live jazz while you wait.

THE DEAL

$10.75 steak sandwich, 11 a.m. to midnight, Monday-Saturday

WHERE TO GET IT

MURRY’S 3107 Green Meadows Way murrysrestaurant.net

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Winning Wine

Elevate your happy hour in Sycamore’s classy dining room. Drink specials include deals on beer, wine and a seasonal cocktail, but the offerings change regularly. Bottles of featured red and white wines are $9.75, or $2.75 a glass, during happy hour. The Terra de Touros Arinto, a light and crisp white wine from Tejo, Portugal, is a favorite that frequents the rotating menu due to its popularity. The happy hour food menu regularly features four choices that are half-price. Try the flatbread plate with housemade pita, hummus, za’atar spice, roasted garlic, pepperoncini and kalamata olives for only $4.

THE DEAL

Half-price food options and $9.75 bottles of select wines from 3-6 p.m., Monday-Saturday

WHERE TO GET IT

SYCAMORE 800 E. Broadway sycamorerestaurant.com

Nacho typical Happy Hour

Gathering a group of friends for late-night nachos at Addison’s is a Columbia tradition. A plate of Nachos Bianco begins with a bed of crispy Italian pasta chips. Doused with savory Asiago cheese sauce, the pile is topped with your choice of protein — chicken, chorizo sausage or black beans — along with tomatoes, banana peppers, scallions, kalamata olives and mozzarella cheese. During latenight happy hour, the less big, but still sizeable, plate of Nachos Bianco discounts from $9.99 to $6 and pairs perfectly with a $2.50 pint of Boulevard’s Tank 7, Logboat Snapper IPA or another of the draft beer options. Addison’s late-night happy hour specials are available at both the downtown and south locations.

THE DEAL

$6 less big Nachos Bianco, $2.50 draft beers and $4.50 glasses of wine from 9 p.m. to midnight, SundayThursday; 10 p.m. to midnight, Friday and Saturday

WHERE TO GET IT

ADDISON’S 709 Cherry St.; 4005 Frontgate Drive, addisonsgrill.com

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Sliced to entice

Walk within a block of Ninth and Elm around lunchtime on any given weekday to catch a whiff of this deal.

Step into Shakespeare’s Pizza for the full effect and to take advantage of its lunchtime special. Grab two slices of pepperoni, cheese, sausage, vegetarian or Hawaiian pizza, and a drink for under $9. It’s the perfect midday pick-me-up and is available at any of the three Shakespeare’s locations.

THE DEAL

Two pizza slices and a drink for $8.14, 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Monday-Friday

WHERE TO GET IT:

SHAKESPEARE’S PIZZA, 225 S. Ninth St.; 3304 W. Broadway; 3911 Peachtree Drive; shakespeares.com

Sushi savings

Tucked just off of Tenth and Broadway, Sake is hidden in plain sight — as is its Monday special. A Big O roll wraps crab, avocado and cream cheese into a sushi roll. Then it’s tempura deep-fried and topped with sesame seeds and ugai sauce, a soy-based sweet sauce. With an expansive menu of Japanese fare, it isn’t hard to find a dish to pair with the Big O to get half-off the roll. Try the artfully plated caterpillar roll, with cucumber and grilled unagi, or show your Tiger pride with the Mizzou roll — spicy tuna, avocado and cucumber topped with tuna sashimi, sesame seeds and chili oil and doused in ugai sauce.

THE DEAL

Half-price Big O rolls with any purchase, all day on Mondays

WHERE TO GET IT

SAKE JAPANESE BISTRO AND BAR, 16 S. Tenth St., sakejapanesebistro.com

Pizza and a Pint

Whether it’s grabbing an early dinner or prepping for a night out, Tellers’ pizza and pint special can’t be missed.

Pair an entire pie and a pint of any beer for $8. Try the chicken pesto pizza, topped with black olives, garlic and mushrooms, or andouille sausage and mushroom, with banana peppers and homemade sauce.

THE DEAL

$8 pizza and a pint, 4-5 p.m. daily

WHERE TO GET IT

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Don’t worry, be appy!

At The Heidelberg, happy hour means appetizers are buy one, get one free — otherwise known as half-priced apps to regulars. The best way to experience this deal is to make it into a meal with a group of friends. Order several apps and share them with the table, tapas-style.

The Heidelberg’s appetizer offerings draw on classic pub fare and include some can’t-miss options. Try the bacon and Cheddar skins — potato boats topped with a hearty helping of Cheddar cheese and crumbled bacon — and the spinach and artichoke dip, served warm alongside vegetables and wonton chips for dipping. Happy hour at The Heidelberg is so nice that it happens twice daily: once over the dinner hour and again after dark.

Gather earlier and experience The Heidelberg’s patio overlooking the MU campus, or visit late and get cozy in one of the pub’s many booths.

THE DEAL

Buy one appetizer, get one of lesser or equal value free, 3:30-7 p.m. and 9:30-11 p.m. Monday-Friday; 8-10 p.m.

Sunday; no happy hour Fridays before home MU games

WHERE TO GET IT

THE HEIDELBERG 410 S Ninth St., theheidelberg.com

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On the west side of downtown, Flat Branch offers a latenight happy hour that is too tempting not to try. When the clock strikes 10, full-sized pies discount to $5 a pop.

Each pizza starts with a hand-tossed sourdough crust.

For the toppings, choose from one of the creatively curated combinations, such as the Missouri BBQ chicken with BBQ sauce, grilled chicken, cilantro, red onions, and cheddar and jack cheese, or keep it simple with thick-cut pepperoni or the garlic five cheese, a crust coated with olive oil, loaded with garlic and topped with Asiago, Parmesan, mozzarella, Cheddar and jack cheese.

If the weather’s right, enjoy your slices on Flat Branch’s spacious patio or sit inside at the sweeping, circular bar.

THE DEAL

$5 pizzas and 25 percent off appetizers, 10 p.m. to close, Sunday-Thursday

WHERE TO GET IT

FLAT BRANCH PUB AND BREWING 115 S. Fifth St., flatbranch.com

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Sharing is Caring

Room 38 offers happy hour, family-style. The sharing plate offerings on the regular food menu discount to $5 a plate during its extended happy hour from 2-6 p.m. Favorite options include a warm bowl of spicy chicken queso served with chips and vegetables for dipping, tasty house-made pretzel bites or house chicken wings. This deal pairs best with Room 38’s happy hour drink specials — $3 call cocktails, craft and import beers and $4 glasses of wine and draft beers. Chill out in Room 38’s chic interior or take the party to the streets on the bar’s secluded sidewalk patio.

THE DEAL

$5 sharing plates, 2-6 p.m. Monday-Friday

WHERE TO GET IT

ROOM 38 38 N. Eighth St., room-38.com

Margarita Mania

If you’re looking to get out of downtown for a great drink deal, El Maguey has you covered three days a week. Made with Juarez Gold Tequila and Triple Sec, their 12-ounce lime margaritas can be prepared on the rocks or frozen. Pair it with chips and guacamole, or make it a meal by ordering one of El Maguey’s signature dishes, including mixed fajitas with shrimp, steak, chicken, onions and peppers, served with rice, beans and warm tortillas.

THE DEAL

$1.75 12-ounce lime margaritas, all day on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday

WHERE TO GET IT

KIDS EAT FREE SLIM CHICKENS

Sunday with purchase of adult meal; dine-in only

D ROWE’S

Mondays with purchase of adult meal

BOB EVANS

Tuesdays after 4 p.m. with purchase of adult meal

HY-VEE MARKET GRILLE

Tuesdays with minimum purchase of $10

STEAK & SHAKE

EL MAGUEY 901 E Nifong Blvd.

Saturdays and Sundays with purchase of adult meal

BONUS

Sundays with purchase of adult meal; limit two per table

Burgs & Fries

Students — and parents of students — this one goes out to you: Make Sunday a fun day with this deal at Campus Bar and Grill.

Convince your student to put down the books and beat the Sunday blues with a quarter-pound burger and a basket of fries, either waffle or beer-battered, for $1.50 a piece. Enjoy the downtown sights on the restaurant’s rooftop patio or, if you’re a sports fan, catch the game on one of the many TVs inside.

THE DEAL

$1.50 burgers, $1.50 fries, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Sunday

WHERE TO GET IT

CAMPUS BAR AND GRILL 304 S. Ninth St.

JOSE JALAPENOS DICKEY’S BBQ

Sundays with purchase of adult meal

HUHOT

Kids 3 and under every day

GOLDEN CORRAL

Kids 3 and under every day

CULVER’S

Free kid-sized custard with meal purchase

LEE’S FAMOUS RECIPE CHICKEN

Tuesdays after 4 p.m. with adult meal purchase

PIZZA HUT ON CLARK LANE

Kids 3 and under eat free on the buffet every day

DENNY’S

Tuesday from 4-10 p.m. with purchase of adult meal

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budgetbottles FANTASTIC WINE, EXCELLENT PRICES

BY OLIVIA DESMIT PHOTOS BY L.G. PATTERSON

H

ave you ever wandered down the wine aisle at the grocery store, seen bottles advertised for

“Only $7.99!” and felt wary of the quality of said wine? Or, have you had to choose between two more expensive bottles of wine, but didn’t know which was better? If you answered yes to either of those questions, you are not alone.

There is more great wine globally than there has ever been before thanks to advances in technology and agriculture. But, unfortunately an expansion of the market also means there are some bad wines out there. The infinite amount of choices for consumers can be overwhelming — and could lead to some well-intended, but disappointing wine selections.

But, don’t worry. We’ve rounded up some of the top wine connoisseurs to discover their best tips for finding budget bottles without sacrificing quality. Here is what can make not-so-expensive wine a great purchase, according to mid-Missouri’s experts.

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“Buy off the beaten path to get a good deal.”

- Paul Vernon

EMBRACE THE DISCOUNT BINS “Wines in the discount bin at your local grocery store or wine

relationship with the store or department manager can benefit you long term because they will look out for you and keep you

shop should not be overlooked,” according to Drew Lemberger,

abreast of upcoming sales relevant to your specific wine buying

a certified sommelier. “Most of these wines have been discount-

proclivities.”

ed simply because of a vintage change or the store brought in another brand from a supplier.”

Because retail sales are extremely competitive and shelf space

DON’T SETTLE FOR ORDINARY Another tip from the experts? Seek out something unique.

comes at a premium, it typically ends up being in the best inter-

“Wine completely depends on supply and demand,” Paul

est of the store to discount any straggling bottles. This is great

Vernon, owner of Top 10 Wines, says. “You’re going to pay more

news for consumers because typically that discount makes great

for a popular wine, such as Pinot Noir, when you can get the

wine more affordable.

same quality and similar taste with a Verdejo. Buy off the beaten

“These incentives change with the seasons and there are very distinct patterns to these,” Lemberger continues. “Developing a

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path to get a good deal.” Vernon adds that currently Portuguese wines are some of the best budget-friendly options because

Philippe Viallet Savoie Rosé 2018 Price: $18

“This is actually a French wine, but it’s produced on the border of France and Switzerland so the label has the Swiss flag on it. This rosé has tasting notes of strawberry and red fruit.”

- Paul Vernon

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Caparone Sangiovese 2016 Price: $20

“This is a great California wine for a good price, with tasting notes of cherry and chocolate. It’s from the Caparone estate in Paso Robles, which has been growing wine since 1979.

Sangiovese is going to taste similar to a Pinot Noir, for people that have never heard of this varietal.”

– Paul Vernon

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Lindeman’s, Brut cuvee.

Price: $12

“This sparkling white wine is a tremendous value and will hold its own against sparkling wine that costs three times as much. It’s a blend of Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Chenin Blanc and has strawberry and citrus tasting notes. This is definitely a ‘buy it by the case’ wine.”

– Drew Lemberger

most are produced on estates and cooperatives with natural

winemaking. A lot of cheap wines out there are made in labs

techniques and little manipulation.

with additives and are not worth spending your money on.”

One of Top 10 Wines’ vendors, Jasen Foster, sales manager of

The best way to avoid picking a lab-made wine is to do some

Vintegrity, recommends doing some research on specific wine-

research on the bottle you’re eyeing, including the winery’s

growing regions prior to purchasing wine. “You’re not going to

wine-making process.

find a wine in Napa that is affordable and a great wine,” he says.

“However, in Paso Robles, in central California, there are great wines for very affordable prices.”

Also look for small-scale wineries, Vernon recommends. “Wine

BE PATIENT Lemberger says that when it comes to white, rosé and sparkling wines under $20, they’re best within 6 months of purchas-

isn’t as good on a large scale because it’s made in batches; one

ing. But, when it comes to dry reds, it’s best to purchase them

batch may be good, while another is not,” he warns. “For wine

much further in advance (one to four years) and let them age.

to have quality, it must be made in a vineyard first — with good

“I know that time in the cellar will compound my savings and

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“Buy it by the case and let time be on your side.”

- Drew Lemberger

reward me with a wine tasting like a $40-dollar bottle even if I only paid $15,” he says.

“Many budget dry red wines can be out of balance; the

TALK TO THE STORE’S EXPERT One of the primary reasons to purchase wine from a wine shop or liquor store versus a grocery store is that there is an

flavor components of fruit, oak, tannin and acid are not inte-

expert on-hand to help you choose the best wine for your taste

grated and the end result is a wine that is not pleasant to drink

and budget. Robert Pettinger, wine manager at Macadoodles,

or it is just weird tasting. All the parts are there they just aren’t

recommends asking to speak with the store’s wine manager or

working together yet. Buy by the case and let time be on your

expert before choosing a wine.

side.” One of the advantages of buying wine by the case and

“They’re usually honest and will tell you what’s a good bud-

letting it age, he says, is that you can determine how the wine

get wine and what’s not worth spending your money on,” he

is developing each time you open a bottle. To determine how

says. “There’s no reason to spend a lot on wine when there are

long to let it age, ask the expert you purchase it from about the

so many under $20 that are just as good as $30 or $40 bottles

wine’s cellar life span.

of wine.”

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La Crema Chardonnay Price: $15.98

“Chardonnay is the number one selling white grape varietal globally, and this specific bottle has 90 points, which means it’s a great wine. It is a full-bodied Chardonnay with notes of apricot, lemon, oak and apple. Those tasting notes make it perfect for fall and it is great with chicken or pork.”

– Robert Pettinger

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Dry Creek Vineyards, Chenin Blanc Price: $15

“This is a great white wine to enjoy if Chardonnay is over the top for you and Pinot Gris is a little too light. This is a wine I like to challenge people who ‘only like red wine’ to try. Most of the time they enjoy it and ask for the producer name. It has tasting notes of lemon and pear.”

– Drew Lemberger

READER PICKS We asked readers about their favorite budget bottles. Here’s what Columbians love!

Francis Coppola Claret Cabernet Sauvignon $16.98 – Nicole Dean Les Bourgeois Solay $8.99 – Suzanne Claus Rothwell Kim Crawford Sauvignon Blanc $15.98 – Odette Evans Cline Zinfandel Ancient Vines, 2016 $12.99 – Bill Baer

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Saved Red Blend Price: $18.98

“This is a great full-bodied dry red made from nine different grape varietals: Shiraz/Syrah, Malbec, Merlot, Pinot Noir, Zinfandel, Petite Syrah, Petit Verdot and Souzao. It pairs well with red meat and has tasting notes of blackberry. The unique thing about this wine is that the artwork on the bottle is made by a tattoo artist in New York and the name of this wine is the same as his parlor.”

– Robert Pettinger

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n m u t Au FESTIVALS

BY DIANA LAMBDIN MEYER | PHOTOS BY L.G. PATTERSON

COOLER TEMPERATURES AND LOW HUMIDITY COMBINE TO CREATE PERFECT WEATHER IN MID-MISSOURI DURING SEPTEMBER AND OCTOBER. Celebrate the bounties of the season with art shows and festivals.

Whether you are looking for a new piece of art to brighten your home or office, or a pumpkin or a mum plant to embrace the season, there’s an event for that. If you prefer to listen to music in the great outdoors or stroll with a glass of wine while perusing antiques and home décor, there’s an event for that. And if you want to learn about our history while celebrating our identity, there’s an event for that, as well.

Here is just a sampling of the festivals and events that make mid-Missouri so much fun during the fall season.

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FIRST FRIDAYS IN THE NORTH VILLAGE

WHAT IT’S ABOUT: About 150 artists in 24 studios and galleries open late, street performers, food and drinks on the street and family-friendly activities.

WHERE: North Village Arts District, roughly nine square blocks from Rogers to Walnut and from College to Ninth Street.

WHEN: Friday, Sept. 6, and Friday, Oct. 4, 6-9 p.m.

WEBSITE: northvillageartsdistrict.org TIP: Free parking at the Short Street Garage or Wabash Station beginning at 7 p.m. Don’t miss The Fried Crawdaddies Blues Band, scheduled at Rose Music Hall on Sept. 6.

CENTER FOR MISSOURI STUDIES, OPENING RECEPTIONS

WHAT IT’S ABOUT: This new center operated by the State Historical Society of Missouri provides a variety of programs that promote a better understanding of the Show Me State. Two receptions celebrate the opening of art shows.

Landscape Visions by Oliver Schuchard WHERE: 605 Elm St., downtown Columbia WHEN: Saturday, Sept. 14, 1:30 p.m.

Award-winning photographer Oliver Schuchard has made Missouri his home for more than four decades. This exhibition displays Schuchard’s dedication to the aesthetics and craft of black-and-white landscape photography.

Thomas Hart Benton: The Complete Editioned Lithographs WHEN: Thursday, Sept. 19, 6:30 p.m.

More than 90 master prints dating from 1929 to 1974 reflect the many changes that took place in Benton’s attitudes and artwork over the course of his life. Many of these lithographs are variations on famed Benton paintings, and the diverse imagery attests to the complexity of the artist’s aesthetic, political and social ideas.

ROCHEPORT WINE STROLL

WHAT IT’S ABOUT: Sample wines from more than a dozen Missouri wineries, and perhaps a few local breweries, at this strolling open house in Rocheport. Various vendors and performers scheduled, as well.

WHERE: Downtown Rocheport WHEN: Saturday, Sept. 21, check-in at 2 p.m.; event begins at 4 p.m.

WEBSITE: rocheport-mo.com/events TIP: Advance purchase of tickets (via website) is highly recommended. Must be 21 or older.

42ND ANNUAL HERITAGE FESTIVAL AND CRAFT SHOW

WHAT IT’S ABOUT: Step back to the mid1800s with costumed interpreters performing tasks of another time period. The festival features 70 craft vendors, a kids’ activity area with crafts and farm animals, and music on three stages, including Celtic, blues, bluegrass, folk and Cajun. Stay for ghost stories at 8 p.m. Saturday.

WHERE: Nifong Park, Highway 63 and Grindstone Parkway WHEN: Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 21-22, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

TIP: One of the more popular performances happens at 2 p.m. Saturday. A dance group from Haskell Indian Nations University in Lawrence, Kan., will perform traditional dances in full regalia. Grab a seat early.

ROOTS N BLUES N BBQ

WHAT IT’S ABOUT: Nearly 30 bands playing blues and roots music fill the stages amid the smoking aroma of barbecue and eclectic collection of interactive art exhibits. Bring a blanket and lawn chairs.

WHERE: Stephens Lake Park, 2001 E. Broadway WHEN: Friday to Sunday, Sept. 27-29.

TIP: Tickets go on sale Sept. 13. Vendors do not accept cash, credit or debit cards; cashless wrist bands are provided with your ticket. Park in downtown garages and take the free shuttle to the park.

WEBSITE: shsmo.org/thecenter TIP: Parking is free, but visitors must get a vehicle hangtag from the welcome desk.

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MOBERLY FALL FESTIVAL

WHAT IT’S ABOUT: Family-friendly event with bounce houses, train rides, hay rides, petting zoo, crafts and food.

WHERE: Rothwell Park in Moberly WHEN: Saturday, Oct. 5, 3-7 p.m.

TIP: It’s free!

HARTSBURG PUMPKIN FESTIVAL

WHAT IT’S ABOUT: Self-proclaimed as Missouri Pumpkin Patch, this festival boasts more than 10,000 pumpkins for sale; pony and wagon rides, games, crafts, music and food in the adorable little town of Hartsburg.

WHERE: Hartsburg. Take Highway 63 south from Columbia to Highway A, follow the signs.

WHEN: Saturday and Sunday; Oct. 12-13; 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

WEBSITE: hartsburgpumpkinfest.com TIP: With upwards of 50,000 people attending in two days, the traffic is crazy. Carpool if you can, obey traffic signs and arrive early on Saturday for the best selection of pumpkins.

MIZZOU HOMECOMING PARADE

WHAT IT’S ABOUT: The oldest homecoming celebration in the world, when Mizzou alumni return to their alma mater; multiple events, from a campus decoration contest in Greektown to the pep rally at Traditions Plaza.

WHERE: The route goes through the Mizzou campus and downtown Columbia. Some of the best viewing spots are on Ninth Street and Broadway.

WHEN: Saturday, Oct. 12, approximately 9 a.m.

WEBSITE: mizzou.com/homecoming TIP: Some people camp out overnight for best viewing spots. Otherwise, bring a chair and come early.

Check the website for multiple events taking place all weekend on the Mizzou campus.

PLEIN AIR PAINTING IN ROCHEPORT

WHAT IT’S ABOUT: The first event of its kind in Rocheport features workshops and discussions about plein air painting by artist Billyo O’Donnell.

WHERE: Locations throughout Rocheport WHEN: Friday to Sunday, Oct. 11-13 WEBSITE: rocheport-mo.com/events TIP: You don’t have to paint to attend and learn.

Some fees may apply.

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MEXICAN FAMILY OPENS AUTHENTIC DOWNTOWN EATERY.

BY MADISON FLECK • PHOTO BY L.G. PATTERSON

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lime-green storefront on East

to open her own eatery in Columbia.

Broadway pops against a sea

Although she has worked at other local

cream. There’s also an extensive menu

of brick and tan buildings in

restaurants, Paleteria El Tajín will be her

of snacks that Yoselin says have been a

first business endeavor.

sort of invention in Mexican food.

downtown Columbia.

The Herrera family opened Paleteria El

“I liked the restaurant, so I wanted

But the menu doesn’t stop with ice

“A lot of things changed since we

Tajín, a Mexican ice cream shop, in August

to open my own,” Yesica says. “And at

moved here from Mexico,” Yoselin says.

at 923 E. Broadway. Since moving to

home, (my mom) would teach me to

“A lot of (the food) is things people just

Columbia in 2006 from Veracruz, Mexico,

cook, and I always liked that food.”

invent, you know. It’s like, ‘Let’s try this

the Herreras felt that the city was missing an authentic part of Mexican cuisine.

“The main motivation (for opening the

The offerings at Paleteria El Tajín will consist of both traditional Mexican food and inventive hybrids of Hispanic foods

and put this together, and they try it, and they like it.’”

Yoselin says there has been a demand

restaurant) was because there was nothing

that Yoselin says have been developed

within the Hispanic community in

like this in Columbia,” says Yoselin Herrera,

more recently.

Columbia for an eatery like this. In fact,

who has a hand in the new eatery.

If unfamiliar with Mexican cuisine,

the Hispanic and Latino communities

Yoselin and her siblings Yesica and

restaurant-goers might need to do some

in Boone County have been steadily

Diego Herrera, along with their father,

research before walking up to the some-

growing — in 2018, there were more

Francisco, are new to the Columbia

what intimidating menu.

than 5,000 Hispanic people living in the

restaurant scene. However, Yesica, the

The restaurant’s staple item, paletas,

county, according to data from the

owner and mastermind behind the

is a Mexican popsicle that’s a fruity,

inventive snacks at Paleteria El Tajín,

frozen treat. Customers will be able

has worked with food her entire life. The

to choose from many flavors, includ-

to drive two hours to Kansas City for

restaurant offers roughly 50 menu items,

ing mango, tamarindo (a strong, tart

authentic paletas. Now, they just have to

combining sweet, savory and spicy

flavor) and melon. Other, more familiar

drive downtown.

authentic Mexican flavors.

sweet treats such as ice cream cones and

The loud, fast-paced atmosphere of a bustling kitchen is what drove Yesica

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Missouri Census Data Center.

Yoselin says that patrons used to have

“You don’t really find that here in

banana splits will make up part of the

Columbia,” she says. “This is some-

dessert menu, as well.

thing different.”

To the Herreras, it’s a way to bring home to Columbia, starting with the name of the restaurant.

The term paleteria refers to a place to get icy popsicles, but the El Tajín part of

Replicating the warmth and comfort you feel in your own home.

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the name is much closer to the Herrera family’s heart. El Tajín is an archaeological site in Veracruz. Its main draw is the pyramids that make up the structures of the prehistoric city — the pyramids that make up the logo of Paleteria El Tajín.

The thought of home and the hope that fellow Columbians can enjoy the taste of Veracruz as much as the Herraras do is what makes them passionate about the business.

“You know, when somebody tells you what you’re doing is good, then you’re like, ‘Okay, if they like it, then other people are going to like it,’” Yoselin says. “You really have to love what you’re doing.”

Because you have a choice.

SENDING YOU HOME STRONGER. (573)397-7144 | 3535 Berrywood Drive, Columbia, MO 65201

Tasty terms: Manzana Loca (mahn • sah • nah) (loh • koh) A caramel apple with chamoy (a savory Mexican sauce), tajín (a Mexican spice that consists of chili peppers, lime and salt), tamarind candy, peanuts and mango slices

Pepino Loco (peh • pee • noh) (loh • koh) A cucumber with tajín, tamarind candy and peanuts

Chicharrones (chee • chah • rrohn) A fried bread topped with lettuce, avocado, cheese, mayo, tomatoes, pork rinds, meat and spices

Esquite (ehs • kee • teh) Steamed corn served in a cup with lime juice, mayo and cotija cheese

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Can’t Beet It

BRIGHT BEETS ADD ORIGINALITY TO ANY MEAL.

BY AMANDA ELLIOTT

I

f you are lucky enough to snag some fresh beets at the farmers market, this dish is easy to pull together as a side component to a beautifully grilled protein. It’s lovely served warm or cold and will keep nicely when made ahead of time. A trick for keeping your cutting board from getting stained from beet juice is to spray your cutting board with nonstick spray beforehand.

SERVES 4-6 2 pounds beets 1 tablespoon olive oil 5 tablespoons aged balsamic or balsamic glaze 1 teaspoon honey 6 ounces goat cheese 2 tablespoons chopped mint salt and pepper, to taste

DIRECTIONS Place beets in a stockpot and cover with water. Boil until tender, approximately 45 minutes. They should release easily when pierced with a knife. Drain and cool under running water. Rub and remove outer skin with a paper towel and place on a cutting board. Slice beets and place in a medium bowl. Toss beets with olive oil, 1 tablespoon

of aged balsamic, honey and season with salt and pepper. Heat large sauté pan on medium-high heat and add beets and sauté for 3 to 5 minutes until you get a nice char on the outside. Arrange beets in a serving bowl and drizzle with remaining aged balsamic and crumble goat cheese on top. Garnish with chopped mint. Serve warm or cold.

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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.

Potsticker Paradise ENJOY CRISPY PAN-FRIED DUMPLINGS.

BY FOOD EDITOR BROOK HARLAN • PHOTOS BY L.G. PATTERSON JUST ABOUT EVERY CULTURE HAS SOME TYPE OF DUMPLING. They range from elaborate fillings with intricate folds, to seasoned clumps of dough with no filling. Dumplings can be steamed, fried or cooked in soup. The potsticker combines the best of both worlds — the dumplings are pan-fried until they stick to the pot or pan (hence the name), then a small amount of water and a lid is added to steam the dumplings. The lid is removed, and the dumplings continue to cook until the remaining water has evaporated. The finished texture is great, with a crispy bottom and steamed, squishy sides. The dumplings or potstickers are ready to enjoy with a dipping sauce or in a soup.

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FILLING The filling in the recipe is just a suggestion, add or subtract ingredients as needed. Feel free to come up with your own filling. Try bacon cheeseburger, Philly cheesesteak, enchiladas, vegetarian, replace the pork with shrimp or crab — you can go as wild or as tame as you want. The filling should have some moisture, but not be so loose that it is hard to work with or fill. Many times, the addition of cabbage or other vegetables may not seem like they add a lot of flavors, but as they cook

the filling is steaming inside and not give you an accurate idea of the true flavor.

You may need to add salt (in the form of actual salt, soy sauce, fish sauce, Worcestershire sauce, or any other highly rich sodium product), pepper, sugar or acid.

You also may need to adjust a few times and cook another test patty until you have achieved the desired taste. It is a terrible feeling to get all of your dumplings filled and cooked, just to realize that they would be amazing with a bit more acid and salt.

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DOUGH In a bowl mix the salt and flour. Measure out the water and heat in the microwave or in a small pan on the stove. Pour the water over the flour and salt mixture and stir with a spoon until the dough starts to come together into a stringy mass. Dust the counter with a small amount of flour and dump the stringy mass of dough onto the counter. Knead by hand for about 5 to 8 minutes until the dough becomes smooth. Wrap with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes up to 24 hours

they release a lot of moisture and help

WRAPPER

ensure that the dumpling is juicy. One

Many grocery stores will have eggroll or

rookie mistake is to blindly follow the

wonton wrappers in the produce section.

ROLLING

recipe with vegetables and seasoning and

While they will work to make dumplings,

Once the dough has rested and you have

not taste the filling. But, tasting the filling

taking a special trip to the Asian market

the filling made, cut the dough into about

of anything that has raw meat may not be

to grab some real dumpling wrappers

½ ounce pieces. This is about 24 to 28

in your best interest. To make it safe, take

or skins is worth it. You are looking for

pieces. Wrap your thumb and index finger

a small amount of filling and cook it over

dumpling or Gyoza wrappers. If you are

around the piece of dough and with your

low heat with a small amount of oil in a

feeling like a challenge or are having a

other hand pinch the top and bottom,

pan until fully cooked. Don’t cook at such

hard time finding the wrappers in the

forming a disk. Keep each disk covered

a high heat as to create a crust, this will

store, you can easily make the wrappers

with plastic wrap or a floured towel until

add flavor that will not be created when

with just three ingredients.

you have shaped all of the dough. Lightly

(the dough will oxidize if left too long).

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flour the counter and grab the first piece

the wrapper to the opposite side and

a tray or sheet pan with cornstarch and

of shaped dough. A rolling pin or small

pinch, keeping the left and right side

place the dumpling onto the corn-

dowel rod (about an inch or a little larger

from touching the opposite side for

starch dusted tray. Once they have

works best) work great for rolling out the

now. Lightly wet the back of the right

all been filled, place the tray into the

wrappers. Smash the disk down with the

side, make three pleats towards the

freezer until the dumplings are frozen

palm of your hand. Grab the center of the

center and pinch to seal. Try to make

solid (6 to 8 hours). Remove the dump-

disk with your non-dominate hand and

sure as you pinch to squeeze as much

lings from the tray and place into a bag

roll about halfway into the disk then rotate

air out as possible. Lightly wet the back

and keep frozen until ready to cook.

counterclockwise about a third to a quarter

of the left side, make three pleats to-

Follow the same cooking directions,

turn each time after you roll. Repeat

wards the center and pinch closed, also

just let sit at room temperature once

until the disk is about 2.5 to 3 inches. Just

making sure to squeeze out as much

placed in the pan for about 10 minutes

remember when rolling the wrappers that

air as possible. The dumpling should

and steam an extra minute with the lid

cornstarch is your friend. It will help to

start to form a crescent shape. This will

on to help thaw.

keep the wrappers from sticking to each

help the dumpling stand up and not

other. If you have a small strainer you can

fall over when being cooked. If it needs

SAUCE

dust the counter before placing the fin-

a little help, you can pinch and bend to

The sauce can be anything you want —

ished rolled wrapper down then dust the

exaggerate its crescent shape to help it

you may want to change it depending

top, if not just sprinkle with your fingers

sit up. As you complete each dumpling,

on the filling. Below is a simple sauce

heavily as you go. Repeat until all the wrap-

you can place into a lightly oiled sautĂŠ

that can be made a day or two ahead of

pers are rolled. Now you are ready to fold.

pan (an 11- or 12-inch pan will hold

time and kept in the fridge. The sauce

about 12 to 14 dumplings) if you are

can help cool down the hot lava filling

FOLDING

going to cook immediately (make sure

that is inside the potsticker when it first

Take about a tablespoon of filling and

you have a lid that fits the pan you are

comes out of the pan. You can use a fork

place it the center of your wrapper.

putting dumplings into).

or chopstick to make a small hole in the

Lightly wet the opposite half of the wrapper with water. Fold the center of

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If you would like to save the dumplings to cook another time, lightly coat

tip of the potsticker so the dumpling can soak up the sauce and cool down.

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POTSTICKER PARADISE RECIPE POTSTICKER/DUMPLING DOUGH

COOKING DIRECTIONS

Makes about 24 dumplings

Mix all ingredients and cook a small portion to taste

2 cups flour

the filling. Adjust the seasoning if needed. Set in the

Pinch salt

refrigerator for 30 minutes to overnight to meld flavors.

⁄3 cup hot water

2

Fill dumplings and place into an oiled sauté pan.

Cornstarch as needed to dust

Cook over medium-high heat for 3 to 4 minutes until

Mix flour and salt, stir hot water into the mixture with a spoon until it forms a stringy dough. Dump the dough onto a lightly floured counter. Knead 5 to 8 minutes until the dough is smooth. Wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes up to 24 hours. Once the dough has rested, cut into 24 to 28 pieces. Shape, roll and reserve for filling (see directions under rolling and folding).

FILLING 12 ounces ground meat 4 cloves garlic, minced 1 tablespoon ginger, minced 1 bunch green onions, sliced 2 teaspoons sesame oil 2 tablespoons soy sauce 2 Thai bird chilis, minced (can be replaced with 1 Serrano pepper, or half jalapeno)

the bottom starts to crisp and becomes light brown.

Add in water and cover. Steam for 3 to 4 minutes and remove the cover and let the water evaporate. Once the water is evaporated, drizzle sesame oil around the dumplings and tilt to allow sesame oil to get under the dumplings. Once the bottom has become golden brown, try to start removing the potstickers. They may take a little nudge from a spatula to remove. Serve with a dipping sauce and enjoy.

SAUCE 3 ounces soy sauce 2 teaspoons sesame oil 2 tablespoons ginger, minced 2 garlic cloves, minced 2 teaspoons sugar 2 tablespoons cilantro

2 leaves cabbage, shredded

Mix ingredients and stir until sugar is dissolved.

same listing as other ingredients

Can be made a day or two before and stored in the refrigerator.

Oil as needed to coat the bottom of the pan ⁄3 to ½ cup water to steam

1

Sesame oil as needed to drizzle at the end

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DINING GUIDE

Columbia Restaurants YOUR GUIDE TO COMO FOOD AND DRINK Listings in this guide are not related to paid advertising in Inside Columbia magazine. We welcome information from restaurant owners and managers about new establishments or changes to the current listing.

Contact us at peg@insidecolumbia.net.

PRICE OF AVERAGE ENTRÉE $ - $10 and under $$ - $11-$15

Coley’s American Bistro $–$$$

Murry’s $–$$$

Formosa $

Le Bao $–$$

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

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

1009 Park Ave. 573-443-2867

D. Rowe’s $–$$$

Park Resturant & Bar $-$$$$

Geisha Sushi Bar $–$$$$

1005 Club Village Drive 573-443-8004 drowesrestaurant.com

4380 Nocona Pkwy.

573-554-1955 dineatpark.com

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

Flat Branch Pub & Brewing $–$$$

Tellers Gallery and Bar $$–$$$$

He Cheng Chinese $

115 S. Fifth St. 573-499-0400 flatbranch.com

820 E. Broadway 573-441-8355

215 N. Stadium Blvd.

573-499-0001 hechengcolumbia.com

G&D Steak House $–$$$

ASIAN A Little More $–$$

House of Chow $–$$

2001 W. Worley St. 573-445-3504

1010 E. Broadway, suite 102

15 S. Sixth St. 573-442-8887 coleysamericanbistro.com

Grand Cru Restaurant $$–$$$$ 2600 S. Providence Road 573-443-2600

AMERICAN 44 Stone Public House $–$$$

grandcrurestaurantcomo.com

3910 Peachtree Drive, Suite H | 573-443-2726 44stonepub.com

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

Abigail’s $$–$$$$

Houlihan’s $–$$

206 Central St., Rocheport 573-698-3000

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

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

Barred Owl Butcher & Table $$$ 47 E. Broadway 573-442-9323 barredowlbutcher.com

2101 W. Broadway, Ste. S 573-476-6368

Osaka Japanese Restaurant Sushi Bar and Hibachi Steakhouse $$–$$$ 120 E. Nifong Blvd.

573-875-8588 osakacomo.com

Peking Restaurant $

$$$ - $16-$20 $$$$ - $21 and up

Love Sushi $–$$

The Heidelberg $–$$

Jimmy’s Family Steakhouse $–$$$ 3101 S. Providence Road 573-443-179 jimmysfamilysteakhouse.com

Mugs Up Drive-In $ 603 Orange St. 573-443-7238 mugsup.com

573-886-0038 alittlemoremo.com

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

212 E. Green Meadows Road | 573-256-6060 pekingnorthconway.com

Sake $$

Bamboo Terrace $$

HuHot Mongolian Grill $–$$

3101 W. Broadway 573-886-5555 bambooterracecomo.com

3802 Buttonwood Drive 573-874-2000 huhot.com

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

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

Bangkok Gardens $–$$

I’m Sushi and Grill $$–$$$

811 Cherry St. 573-874-3284 bangkokgardens.com

4603 John Garry Drive, #3

573-449-0864 Iamsushiandgrill.com

Surah Korean Cuisine and Sushi. $$–$$$

Big Mama Chim’s Noodle House $-$$

J-Petal & Poke $

3510 I-70 Dr. SE 573-443-3535

905 Alley A, Ste. 509-295-3810 big-mama-chims-noodlehouse.business.site

Chim’s Thai Kitchen $ 11505 Smith Hatchery Road Cooper’s Landing 509-295-3810 904 E. Broadway 573-777-3082

114 S. Ninth St. 573-499-0089

Thip’s Asian Bistro $$

Bubble Cup Tea Zone $ 23 S. Ninth St. 573-442-0654 1101Grindstone Pkwy 573-777-4252 bubblecupteazone.com

Crushed Red $ 2450 Broadway Bluffs 573-442-0016 crushed-red.com

Harold’s Doughnuts $ 114 S. Ninth St. 573-397-6322 204 E. Nifong 573-447-7555 haroldsdoughnuts.com

Hot Box Cookies $ 1013 E. Broadway 573-777-8777 hotboxcookies.com

Ingredient True Eatery $–$$ 304 S. Ninth St. 573-442-1503 ingredienteatery.com

Main Squeeze Natural Foods Café & Juice Bar $

Jina Yoo’s Asian Bistro $–$$$$

807 E. Walnut 573-442-5011

2200 Forum Blvd.

573-446-5462 jinayoos.com

Thip Thai Cuisine $

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

3907 Peachtree Drive 573-442-8492 thipthaicuisine.com

Nourish Café & Market $

Kampai Sushi Bar $ –$$$$ 907 Alley A 573-442-2239 kampaialley.com

BAKERY & CAFÉ B&B Bagel Co. $ 124 E. Nifong Blvd.

573-442-5857

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904 Elm St. 573-256-1188 bbbagel.com

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

Papa’s Cat Cafe 14 S. Second St.

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573-449-CATS(2287) papascatcafe.com

Broadway Brewery $–$$$

Peggy Jean’s Pies $–$$$

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

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

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

UKnead Sweets $ 808 Cherry St. 573-777-8808 ukneadsweets.com

The Roof $–$$

Café Berlin $

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

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

DELI Hoss’s Market & Rotisserie $–$$$

Truman’s Bar & Grill Campus Bar & Grill $ $–$$

Ernie’s Café & Steakhouse $

1010A Club Village Drive 573-815-9711 hosssmarket.com

304 S. Ninth St., Suite 100 573-817-0996 campusbarandgrill.com

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

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

Willie’s Pub & Pool $

COFFEE Coffee Zone $

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

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

Deuce Pub & Pit $-$$

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

3700 Monterey Drive 573-443-4350 deucepub.com

BARBECUE Big Daddy’s BBQ $

Dunn Bros.

Coffee $

Harpo’s $-$$

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

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

1412 Forum Blvd.

573-446-4122 dunnbros.com

Buckingham Smokehouse Bar-B-Q $–$$

The Uprise Bakery $

KLiK’s $

3804 Buttonwood Drive 573-499-1490

10 Hitt St. | 573-256-2265 uprisebakery.com

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

Tropical Smoothie Café $

McNally’s $

bleu Market & Bakery $ 3919 S. Providence Road 573-874-4044 mybleuevents.com

403 N. Stadium, Suite 102 573-445-3901 tropicalsmoothiecafe.com

BAR & GRILL 44 Canteen $–$$ 21 N. Ninth St. 573-777-8730 44canteen.com

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

Billiards on Broadway $ 514 E. Broadway 573-449-0116 billiardsonbroadway.com

Booches Billiard Hall $ 110 S. Ninth St. 573-874-9519

buckinghamsmokehouse.com

Como Smoke and Fire $–$$

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

4600 Paris Road, Suite 102

Nash Vegas $

Lutz’s BBQ $$

929 E. Broadway 573-999-3443 nashvegasbar.com

200 E. Nifong Blvd.

573-636-4227 lutzbbq.com

Shiloh Bar and Grill $-$$ 402 East Broadway 573-875-1800 shilohbar.com

Stadium Grill $–$$$$ 1219 Fellows Place (Stadium Boulevard & College Avenue) 573-777-9292 stadiumgrillcolumbia.com

Tiger Club $ 1116 Business Loop 70 E. 573-442-4201 tigerclubbar.com

573-443-3473 comosmokeandfire.com

Ranch House BBQ $ 1716 Lindbergh Drive 573-814-3316

Smokin’ Chick’s BBQ Restaurant $–$$$ 3301 W. Broadway Business Park Court 573-256-6450 smokinchicksbbq.com

BREAKFAST & DINERS Broadway Diner $

Fretboard Coffee $ 1013 E. Walnut St. 573-227-2233 fretboardcoffee.com

Lee Street Deli $ 603 Lee St. 573-442-4111 williesfieldhouse.com/lsd

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Randy’s Frozen Custard $ 3304 W. Broadway Business Park 573-446-3071

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

New York Deli $

FINE DINING 11Eleven $–$$$$

1301 Vandiver Drive 573-886-3354

1111 E. Broadway 573-875-7000 thebroadwaycolumbia.com

Pickleman’s Gourmet Café $–$$ 2513 Old 63 S. 573-886-2300 1106 E. Broadway 573-875-2400 3103 W. Broadway, Suite 105 573-875-0400 picklemans.com

CC’s City Broiler $$$–$$$$ 1401 Forum Blvd.

573-445-7772 ccscitybroiler.com

Chris McD’s Restaurant & Wine Bar $$–$$$$

Potbelly Sandwich Kaldi’s Coffeehouse $ Shop $

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

29 S. Ninth St. 573-874-2566

Churchill’s $$$$

2902 Forum Blvd., Suite 103

573-874-1803 1400 Forum Blvd. (Schnucks) 573-446-2800 kaldiscoffee.com

Lakota Coffee Co. $ 24 S. Ninth St. 573-874-2852 lakotacoffee.com

Shortwave Coffee $ 915 Alley A 573-214-0880 shortwavecoffee.com

The Grind Coffee House $ 4603 John Garry Dr. #1 573-447-3333 thecolumbiagrind.com

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

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

2200 I-70 Drive S.W. (Holiday Inn Executive Center) 573-445-8531 churchillscolumbia.com

FlyOver $$ 212 E. Green Meadows Road 573-825-6036 flyovercomo.com

Glenn’s Cafe $$–$$$$ DESSERT & ICE CREAM Andy’s Frozen Custard $

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

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

Les Bourgeois Bistro $–$$$$ 12847 W. Highway BB, Rocheport 573-698-2300 missouriwine.com

22 S. Fourth St. 573-875-1173

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DINING GUIDE

Room 38 Restaurant & Lounge $–$$$ 38 N. Eighth St. 573-449-3838 room-38.com

Sophia’s $–$$$ 3915 S. Providence Road 573-874-8009 addisonssophias.com/ sophias

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

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

Sycamore $$$ 800 E. Broadway 573-874-8090 sycamorerestaurant.com

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

Günter Hans $ 7 Hitt St. 573-256-1205 gunterhans.com

India’s House $–$$

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

Oasis Mediterranean Cafe $ 2609 E. Broadway 573-442-8727

2101 W. Broadway 573-445-8336 gdpizzasteak.com

La Siesta Mexican Cuisine $–$$

George’s Pizza and Steakhouse $–$$

33 N. Ninth St. 573-449-8788 3890 Range Line St., Suite 115 | 573-2289844 | 2513 Old 63 S. 573-397-6486 lasiestamex.com

5695 Clark Lane 573-214-2080

Gumby’s Pizza & Wings $

1413 Grindstone Plaza Drive | 573-875-8750 yourpie.com

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

Midici $-$$

JJ’s Cafe $

1007 E. Broadway 573-443-1900 mymidici.com

600 Business Loop 70 W. 573-442-4773 jjscafe.net

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

MOD Pizza $–$$

Lee’s Famous Recipe Chicken $

MEXICAN Carlito’s Cabo $

lasmargaritascolumbia.com

Pizza Tree $–$$$$

12A Business Loop 70 E. | 573-443-6370 carlitoscabo.com

Mi Tierra $

909 Cherry St. 573-874-9925 pizzatreepizza.com

El Jimador $

Rio Grande Mexican Restaurant $

711 Vandiver Drive #B 573-442-8821 1729 W. Broadway, Ste. 13 573-446-8821 Pick up or delivery only. italianvillagecolumbia.com

The Pasta Factory $–$$ 3103 W. Broadway, Suite 109 573-449-3948 thepastafactory.net

3200 Penn Terrace 573-474-7300

El Maguey $ 901 E. Nifong Blvd.

573-874-3812

La Terraza Mexicana Grill $ 1412 Forum Blvd., Suite 140 573-445-9444 ltmexicana.com

El Rancho $

2513 Old 63 S. 573-214-0072

3306 W. Broadway Business Park 573-445-2946 riograndemexicanrestaurant.net

21 Conley Road 573-227-2545 403 N. Stadium, Suite 101 573-250-8280 www. modpizza.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 shakespeares.com

columbiamomexicanfood.com

Southside Pizza & Pub $–$$

500 E. Walnut St., Suite 110

Fuzzy’s Tacos $

4107 S. Providence Road 573-443-6100

3908 Peachtree Drive 573-256-4221

573-256-6800 columbiatajmahal.com

132 S. Ninth St. 573-214-2851 205 E. Nifong Blvd., Ste 200 573-449-2416 fuzzystacoshop.com

angelospizzaandsteak.com

southsidepizzaandpub.com

Arris’ Pizza $–$$$

Tony’s Pizza Palace $

1014 E. Broadway 573-875-2121

Taj Mahal $–$$

214 Stadium Blvd.

573-443-5299 jazzkitchens.com

Las Margaritas $

PIZZA Angelo’s Pizza and Steak House $

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Your Pie $

Jazz, A Louisiana Kitchen $–$$$

Olive Café $–$$ 21 N. Providence Road 573-442-9004 olivebranchcafecomo.com

G&D Pizzaria $–$$$

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Project 365 Golf Rally The GP M.A.D.E. Foundation hosted its inaugural Project 365 Par 3 Golf Rally on June 24 to raise funds to make a difference everyday in the life of youth facing challenges. The Project 365 Par 3 Golf Rally was held at the Old Hawthorne Golf Course in Columbia.

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Center for Missouri Studies Grand Opening The State Historical Society of Missouri’s new Center for Missouri Studies celebrated its grand opening on Aug. 10. The event was attended by more than 1,200 people and is now open to the public.

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A Night of Gratitude The State Historical Society of Missouri hosted a donor appreciation dinner at the new Center for Missouri Studies building on Aug. 9.

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Chamber Leadership Alumni Mixer The Leadership Columbia Alumni Mixer was held on July 23 at Inside the Lines. Recent alumni gathered for an afternoon of networking, beverages and hors d’oeuvres.

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Brewery Night Live Bur Oak Brewing held a Brewery Night Live on July 27 featuring Third Wheel Brewery of St. Peters, Missouri, music from Orca Wells and food from Big Daddy’s BBQ.

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9th Annual Gurucharri Golf Tournament The 9th annual Gurucharri Golf Tournament was held on July 29 at the Columbia Country Club. Eightyfour golfers played and raised more than $11,000. The foundation and the tournament provides benefits to families of cancer patients.

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Property Taxes

UNDERSTANDING WHERE YOURS GO.

BY FRED PARRY

E

arlier this year, Boone County

disappointed that the assessor’s state-

work, 3) a sales or property tax dedicated to

Assessor Tom Schauwecker sent

mandated reassessment would be of little

public safety, 4) a fire property tax similar

out 43,639 change of assessment

benefit to county government. While most

to the one that supports the Boone County

notices to property owners in Boone

people naturally assume that property tax

Fire Protection District or 5) a fire flow

County. The increase in assessed value on

revenues paid to the County of Boone

tax, which is a tiered system based on a

these properties was part of an equalization

primarily benefit the county, the truth is

building’s square footage similar to storm

effort tied to a periodic housing market

that 98.3 percent of these taxes are directly

water rates. Of course, all of these options

analysis mandated by Missouri law.

paid out to other political subdivisions.

would require voter approval. As unpopular

When you consider that there are nearly

The county simply serves as the collector

as those ideas may initially seem, local

70,000 real estate parcels in all of Boone

of this revenue.

leaders are feeling significant pressure to

County, you start to understand that

More than 85 cents of every dollar of

respond to the pending financial crisis.

most property owners were affected by

property taxes collected goes directly

this increase. According to the assessor,

to our local schools. Boone County

to the many amenities funded by locally

the average increase in assessed value was

government gets less than two cents of

generated tax revenues. Unfortunately,

approximately 8 percent.

As citizens, we’ve grown accustomed

every dollar. The financially-strapped state

we’ve also grown accustomed to the

As a Boone County Commissioner, I

of Missouri gets barely half of one cent

convenience of online shopping which

have a reasonably good understanding of

of every dollar paid in property taxes. As

has eroded our base of brick-and-

the county’s current financial predicament.

a community, we place a high priority on

mortar retailers who have traditionally

When I first learned of the widespread

the education of our children and our tax

generated the tax revenues that once

increase in residential property values, I felt

structure is living proof of that.

funded so many of these vital services.

motivated to do a little research on how

As local governments scramble to fill the

You’ve heard the adage, “you can’t have

this change might impact county finances.

void created by untaxed online purchases,

your cake and eat it too!” At perhaps no

It was my hope that there would be a silver

you can see that property tax options

other time in our history has this saying

lining in this dark cloud. After all, sales

are rather limited. During his budget

been more appropriate. There’s a price

tax revenues in Boone County are down

presentation last month, Columbia City

that must be paid for the conveniences

year-to-date by more than $320,000. This

Manager John Glascock laid out the very

and amenities we often take for granted.

revenue shortfall comes at a time when

limited options the city has to replace

Tough choices lie ahead.

there are roads throughout the county

the projected $813,205 reduction in sales

in desperate need of improvement in

tax revenues for fiscal year 2020. In his

addition to our need to have more sheriff’s

presentation, Glascock floated several

deputies on the road.

revenue-boosting ideas including 1) a city

Once I dug into how county property taxes are allocated in Boone County, I was

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