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October – Feast with Your Eyes HEY, FOODIES—WE HOPE YOU’RE HUNGRY! October brings us our most delicious issue of the year, chock-full of the most craveable restaurants and Tequila

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drinks Tulsa has to offer.

James Andrews, Nancy C. Hermann, Debra Laizure, Renae Mayer, M.D., Stacey Smith, DVM

We also included healthy eating and who can help, where to find European food and

Chris Humphrey, Amir Shafii, Kathy Slemp

a great article on what to feed our furry friends.

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Food brings us all together, and we couldn’t be luckier when it comes to the amazing dining options we have right here in Tulsa. We think you’ll agree when you flip through these delicious pages!

We all have our little quirks about food. I have to try linguini and clam sauce if it's on the menu no matter where I am and if it's good, I remember where the restaurant is in case I ever go back. The best so far has been an Italian restaurant in Cabo San Lucas, a tiny hole in the wall about a block from the beach in Wildwood, NJ, and the photo is a dish I had in Venice. Of course I go to Mondo's in Tulsa if I get that craving and don't feel like cooking.

As always, thanks for reading, and we’ll see you around town!

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INSIDE THE ISSUE OCTOBER 2021

FEATURES 14 The Great Pet Food Dilemma Pet food companies are using the pet humanization trend to turn huge profits

18 Refined Tastes Creative cuisine in the spotlight

24 Tequila, the undiscovered (cocktail) spirit The beauty and diversity of the Agave

28 Authentically European Euromart Specialty Grocery Store

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brings Tulsa the best selection of European food and delicacies

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DEPARTMENTS 4

Lifestyle Letter

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Around Town

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Local Experiences

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Healthy Lifestyle

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Animal Kingdom

24 Trend Setter 28 Locally Owned 32 Lifestyle Calendar 34 Travel Destination

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LOCAL EXPERIENCES

FOODIE DURING THE HARVEST SEASON, OUR FOODIE COMMUNITY IS RIPE FOR THE PICKING. From family-friendly outings to pumpkin patches and apple orchards to adults-only wine tastings and seasonal dinners, our city has plenty to offer during this time of year.

BREWERIES + WINERIES + DISTILLERIES

American Solera

+ Whether you prefer your ales to be crisp and refreshing or complex and heavy bodied, Cabin Boys Brewery makes a variety of ales for everyone’s tastes.

1717 East 7th Street Tulsa, OK + Marshall Brewing Company beers have enjoyed success over the years that can be attributed to a blend of market timing, brewing expertise, passion, and great products.

618 S. Wheeling Tulsa, OK + Visit American Solera for their bright, fun, and often quirky labels and stay for the hoppy, crispy, funky, and barrel-aged goodness.

108 E 18th St Tulsa, OK + Welltown Brewing combines ingredients in a very complex way that keeps people going back, a fun environment, large rooftop patio and K9 friendly!

114 W Archer St Tulsa, OK + The Cape Brewing Company in Jenks is family and dog-friendly.

Serving craft beer, seltzer, wine, and cocktails. Join them in the spacious indoor taproom or massive outdoor patio.

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SEASONAL COMFORT FOODS

Mac's Barbeque

+ Stop by The Brook Restaurant and Bar for some macaroni and cheese.

There are locations on Brookside and in downtown and south Tulsa.

3401 S Peoria Ave Tulsa, OK + If Chili is your choice for comfort food, try Ron’s Hamburgers & Chili.

There are multiple locations around town!

4909 S Peoria Ave Tulsa, OK + Try the spring rolls and Pho at Pho Da Cao located at 9066 E 31st. St in Tulsa.

9066 East 31st Street Tulsa, OK + That Pie Chick makes small batch artisan pot pies that are ready to take home and pop in the oven. Pre-order on facebook for pick up.

123 East 18th Street Tulsa, OK + Mac’s Award Winning Barbeque in Skiatook is the place for BBQ. If

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you’re looking closer to Tulsa try Burn Co Barbecue in Jenks or Smokies in Broken Arrow.

1030 W Rogers Blvd Skiatook, OK

FALL ACTIVITIES + Tulsa Oktoberfest boasts German beer, food, music, arts and crafts, and more at the River West Festival Park from October 21st through 24th.

2100 South Jackson Avenue Tulsa, OK + The Tulsa Zoo’s HallowZOOeen events are family favorites. Hosted over the last two weekends in October, it’s packed with spooky activities and events!

6421 E 36th St N Tulsa, OK + Pumpkin Town Farms sells pumpkins and other fall vegetables and offers a fun maze right in the middle of Tulsa.

6060 South Garnett Road Tulsa, OK Livesay Orchards

+ HallowMarine at the Oklahoma Aquarium will help you sneak some hands-on learning into your family’s Halloween festivities.

300 Riverwalk Ter Jenks, OK

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+ Drive out to Livesay Orchards to pick your own apples and pumpkins.

They have fall-themed activities for kids too!

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HEALTHY LIFESTYLE

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G R O U N D

Z E R O

THE NATIONAL CENTER FOR CHRONIC DISEASE PREVENTION (NCCDP) HAS PUBLISHED TROUBLING DATA. According to one NCCDP study, 1 in 2 American adults suffers from at least one chronic disease. In other

should be the hallmarks of our dietary choices. No wonder

words, 50% of us fight the unnecessary (and toxic) battles

we’ve become one of the fattest and most chronically dis-

for our physical, mental and financial well-being.

eased countries in the world!

Fortunately, a healthy lifestyle can both prevent and

An updated, more reasonable pyramid places organic

reverse some of these problems. In our battle against

vegetables and fruits, and healthy fats/oils at the base.

chronic disease, the dinner table is ground zero and the

Prebiotics, resistant starch and probiotics represent the

right foods are one of our best weapons.

second level, while lean animal proteins rest on top.

Chronic diseases are defined as conditions lasting a year or

Although this diet optimizes human health, the average

more which require ongoing medical attention and limit daily

American struggles to implement it. The phrase “healthy

activity. Such diseases are inflammatory in nature, meaning

diet” currently boasts 7 billion internet search hits - you’re

they procure swelling, pain and uncomfortable heat flashes

probably not alone if you feel confused, overwhelmed, or

to various regions of the body. Examples of chronic diseases

defeated about your lifestyle plan.

include autoimmune disorders, diabetes mellitus, hypertension, stroke, ischemic heart disease, and certain cancers.

It takes about 2 months for a behavior to become a habit and only 3 months for a habit to become a lifestyle. Related

Manufactured foods cause chronic disease by driving inflam-

health improvements are often noted within several weeks.

matory processes, promoting neurotransmitter and hormone

At LifeStyle Medicine we provide specialized clinical test-

imbalances, depleting energy levels, misbalancing the gut

ing, educational resources and health coaching to empower

microbiome and even altering disease related gene expressions.

our patients against chronic disease.

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cessed have the opposite effects. Making simple dietary

About the author: Renae Mayer, M.D. is the owner of

modifications can alleviate inflammation, increase antioxi-

LifeStyle Medicine, Inc. in Tulsa - a private medical practice

dant processes, rebalance the gut microbiome and normal-

which focuses on identifying and treating underlying causes of

ize neurotransmitter functionality.

disease. The Concierge Wellness Program offers personalized,

Many of us grew up with the traditional “food pyramid”,

primary care medical services to patients desiring to place an

which told us that processed bread, pasta, cereal and rice

emphasis on wellness and disease prevention. LMedInc.com.

HEALTHY EATING CAN PREVENT AND REVERSE SOME CHRONIC DISEASES ARTICLE RENAE MAYER, M.D.

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ANIMAL KINGDOM

dilemma

the great pet food

PET FOOD COMPANIES ARE USING THE PET HUMANIZATION TREND TO TURN HUGE PROFITS

ARTICLE STACEY SMITH, DVM

ORGANIC. HOLISTIC. GRAIN-FREE. ALL NATURAL. PREMIUM.

Factor in the fact that no regulations exist on

NO FILLERS. HUMAN GRADE.

the use of those beloved buzzwords, which has

These are just a few of the buzzwords used to persuade pet owners

landed some pet food companies in hot water

to buy specific brands of pet food. A two-sided coin emerges. On the

on a legal aspect. One in particular, (who shall

heads side, you have passionate pet owners who care deeply about

remain nameless, but is the #2 selling food brand

their pets, and are looking for products that mirror their own beliefs.

on Amazon currently) not only failed to keep

This doesn't seem like a bad thing, right? Turn the coin over, however,

grains out of their "grain-free" foods, but was also

and you find pet food companies using this "pet humanization trend"

found to use "misleading ad practices regarding

to turn huge profits. And that's where the waters get murky. Pet food

claims about rival products," according to The

is a highly lucrative facet of the American economy. Pet food com-

Seattle Times.

panies have huge advertising budgets, some of them with false label claims, and possible medical problems have resulted. What does this mean for pet owners?

Take away: Ad claims are not promises, but in reality just a sales pitch.

On a more serious note, some of the buzz-

Choosing pet food is HARD.

words like "grain-free" are persuading pet own-

According to an article in PetFoodProcessing.net, the US pet

ers to unknowingly buy foods that are harmful to

food market is expected to reach $30 billion in 2022. The number of

their pets. An article published by The American

brands of pet food has increased 71% since 2011 and now totals 630.

Veterinary Medical Association states that the

And the US pet food ingredients market is projected to grow to $13.3

Food and Drug Administration (FDA) received

billion in 2023, versus $10.4 billion in 2018. According to Advertisers.

1,100 adverse event reports of dilated cardiomy-

Mediaradar.com, a major pet food company spent nearly $100 mil-

opathy (DCM) since January 2014, and that 93%

lion on digital, print, and TV advertising in the last year. Advertising

of dogs with DCM in 2019 were being fed diets

campaigns such as this drove Americans to spend over $38 billion

high in peas and/or lentils, and 91% ate grain-

on pet food and treats in 2020, says Markitors.com.

free food. Flip that coin over again, and you

Take away: Pet food means big money.

have pet food industry representatives claiming CONTINUED >

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+ h e lpfu l we bsit es + + The American Veterinary Medical Association AVMA.org + The Food and Drug Administration FDA.gov + Tufts University Vetnutrition.Tufts.edu + Kansas State University KSVDL.org

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insufficient data to link DCM with certain types of diets or

experience with allergy testing.) Allergens higher on the

ingredients. While there is still more research to be done,

list would be protein sources, like meat and dairy. Your pet

the numbers support at least some correlation.

may not have allergies, but need a specific food formula

Take away: Choosing the wrong pet food can be harm-

based on their breed, lifestyle, and medical conditions.

ful to your pet.

(Revert back to step #1)

HOW DO YOU CHOOSE? HERE ARE 5 EASY STEPS

have on your pets overall health. There is still more

TO FOLLOW WHEN SELECTING YOUR PET'S FOOD.

research being done, but know that a link between certain

4. Be aware of the health ramifications pet food may

1. Your veterinarian is your best resource for specific

grain-free foods and heart disease has a strong following

food recommendations for your pet. In some cases, they

amongst veterinarians and the FDA. For more information

may rely on the help of veterinary nutritionists. They do not

on the possible link between pet food and heart disease,

mind answering food questions, and usually appreciate

use credible websites such as the ones listed below.

you for asking!

5. Last but not least, if you decide to make your pet's

2. Don't blindly buy into advertising buzzwords you see

food at home, contact a board-certified veterinary nutri-

on TV, social media, etc...Just because a company has a

tionist for guidance. Helpful websites include Petdiets.

large advertising budget, doesn't mean they produce what

com and BalanceIt.com to help pet owners avoid any

they promise. And likewise, just because ingredients are

pitfalls that may come with homemade diets.

cast in an unfavorable light by competitors, doesn't make them unhealthy ingredients. Research pet food compa-

About the author: Stacey Smith, DVM graduated from

nies, their past history, and their reputation before you

Oklahoma State University College of Veterinary Medicine

decide to support them.

in 2006 and chose to remain in her hometown of Sand

3. Know the needs of your pet. There are not nearly as

Springs where she met her husband. After serving Tulsa

many pets allergic to grains as your TV would have you

and the surrounding area for more than 14 years, Dr. Smith

believe. In fact, somewhere around only 25% of pets have

became the proud new owner of Brookside Animal Hospital

a true diagnosed allergy to grains (less in my own personal

in April of 2020. BrooksidePetVet.com

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REFINED TASTES Andrew Donovan, Executive Chef of Amelia’s Wood Fired Cuisine

RESTAURANT BASQUE When Andrew Donovan became the Executive Chef of Amelia’s Wood Fired Cuisine, he brought to the table an impressive resume. Enlisting his expertise, owner Amelia Eesley opened what has become the hottest new place to dine in Tulsa’s Art District. Basque cuisine, originating from an area that straddles the borders of Spain and France, is commonly served in small portions. Like tapas, it is designed to be shared. “The Basque country has more Michelin-starred restaurants per capita than any other section of the world,” offered Donovan. He helped to develop the Restaurant Basque concept with Eesley by drawing from his travels in Spain, and through his experience as Executive Chef at the Zagat-honored Tia Pol — named the best Spanish restaurant in New York City.

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B CREATIVE CUISINE IN THE SPOTLIGHT

BASQUE

ARTICLE NANCY C. HERMANN

Chef Donovan’s wife, Ashley Whitfield Donovan, is a

seasoned sommelier and beverage director, with extensive

knowledge of Spanish wines in particular. She curated

Restaurant Basque’s wine list and cocktail menu, and found

interesting Spanish wines to pair with its food. Speaking to the breadth and novelty of her restaurant’s wine, Eesley noted, “What we try to do is avoid Spanish wines that were

RE S TAUR ANT BA SQUE

made specifically for the American palate.”

“For me, a lot of it really comes down to the authenticity of the ingredients,” explained Donovan. “We’re not using Spanish-style cheese or Spanish-style vinegars. We import all of that directly from Spain.” The restaurant’s tuna is sourced from Spain also, with the halibut coming out of Pacific waters and the mussels from Prince Edward Island.

Restaurant Basque is now open six days a week, including Mondays. A covered patio and a private dining area are being developed. Eesley advised that the restaurant is currently accepting catering requests and reservations for private events slated for the upcoming holidays.

114 N. Boston Ave., Tulsa 918.442.2996 BasqueTulsa.com

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“Kate and I set out to create restaurants we would want to visit every day of the week — a place where food is delicious and approachable, where service is warm and focused, and where the atmosphere is inviting, energetic and fun.” —Tuck Curren

DUET Tuck Curren and his wife Kate have owned restaurants and worked together for 35 years. In 2018, they opened Duet in the Tulsa Arts District’s historic Archer Building, showcasing eclectic, vibrant American food with a global influence.

The 140-seat jazz club located in the restaurant’s lower level is closed for the time being, but music presented on Duet’s patio is a crowd pleaser.

Tulsa’s foodies will know the Currens from their Biga restaurant, 4329 S. Peoria, featuring casual Italian fare.

Grilled Lamb is delicious at Duet

It’s been a Tulsa favorite for more than 20 years. “Both restaurants are lucky to have great, loyal employees who overwork the staff,” said Tuck of the pandemic’s challenges.

Diners can check Duet and Biga’s websites for business hours and wine dinner information.

DUET

have stayed with us. We close a few more days now to not

Tuck oversees the menus at both restaurants, assisted by chefs James Thompson at Duet and Gambino Jimenez at Biga. Menus are switched out for the spring/summer and fall/winter seasons. Specials change monthly.

Fried Green Tomatoes with herbed remoulade and bacon jam (left) is popular at Duet, along with Korean BBQ Short Rib Tacos. Another often-requested dish (above) is Duet’s herb-crusted Lollipop Lamb Chops with quinoa and “sauce Algiers.”

108 N. Detroit, Tulsa Fried Green Tomatoes at Duet

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918.398.7201 DuetJazz.com

FARMBAR FarmBar Executive Chef and owner Lisa Becklund worked in Seattle restaurants for years, but had a keen interest in agriculture and farming. After moving to a small farm in Oklahoma, she started hosting farm-table dinners Ford at Tulsa’s Farmer’s Market and found they shared a passion for thoughtfully sourced and prepared food. For a time, the couple tried making their living selling vegetables

raised at the 400-acre Oakley Farm in Depew. A more lucrative way to use their talents would follow.

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in her living room, beginning in 2006. Becklund met Linda

Becklund and Ford’s Living Kitchen Farm & Dairy

in Depew, with fresh farm dinners served on the back porch of a log cabin in the woods, couldn’t keep up

with demand. In August 2020, they opened FarmBar, an urban extension of Living Kitchen, located in Tulsa’s

SoBo District. “There’s very much a strong part of the

community that’s very interested in food. They want to see the food options, the quality of the dining experience

and the diversity of dining experiences grow in the area,” expressed Ford. With dedication, focus and creativity, FarmBar is raising the bar on dining in Tulsa.

Seating 32 people inside and another 20 on the patio,

FarmBar offers artful, farm-to-table food that connects diners to the origins of a particular ingredient’s flavor.

Vegan and vegetarian options are available.

FarmBar Executive Chef and owner Lisa Becklund

Menus change frequently and highlight the freshest ingredients available. Becklund’s colorful pastas and beet dishes are always a hit, along with Executive Pastry Chef Cat Cox’s sourdough and porridge breads. Pictured is Chicken Roulade with corn velout.

Chef Lisa Becklund’s 10-course tasting menu, with optional wine pairings, is a two-and-a-half-hour culinary adventure.

Beer and non-alcoholic drinks also are available. FarmBar is open four nights a week, Wednesday through Saturday.

Reservations are required.

1740 S. Boston Ave., Tulsa 918.576.6967 FarmBarTulsa.com

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Don’t Bid Against Yourself in Family Law Matters Many individuals are very anxious to get their divorce or family law matter concluded quickly.

They want the case to end. They want the pain to end. They want it to stop as soon as possible. They want to move on with their life.

To try to get a case settled, they issue a settlement offer. In some cases, a response to the settlement offer is not forthcoming by the deadline that was set for the offer to expire.

Instead of patiently waiting for a response to a settlement offer, and continuing to move their case forward in the interim, many are tempted to issue another more enticing settlement offer. In other words, they offered one particular proposal and since there was no quick response, they desire to butter up the original proposal with an even better offer.

When a party to a divorce or family law matter does this, they are

essentially bidding against themselves. They are sweetening the pot, in essence, with the hope that the other party will bite on the more generous offer to conclude the case.

In some cases, it is certainly possible this might cause the other party to bite. But in many cases, the other party might come to realize that by not responding to the original offer, they got an even better deal. This can lead to a party thinking that they might not respond to the second offer, either. By not responding to the second offer, the thought is the there might be an even better third or fourth offer coming if they just keep not responding.

This path can lead to a party becoming way too generous just to get a case done. This can ultimately lead to regret at some point after the case concludes.

For most parties, submitting a settlement offer to attempt to settle the case makes sense. But bidding against yourself (when there was no response to the original offer) does

not usually make sense.

If you have submitted an offer, it’s usually best to wait for a response before issuing a second settlement offer. Even if the deadline you set for a response has passed, it’s best in most cases not to submit another offer until a response is provided to the original offer. If there is no response, consider continuing forward in preparing your case until you get a response to the original offer.

Stange Law Firm, PC limits their practice to family law matters including divorce, child custody, child support, paternity, guardianship, adoption, mediation, collaborative law and other domestic relation matters.

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THE BEAUTY AND DIVERSITY OF THE AGAVE

WE AMERICANS LOVE TEQUILA. It’s currently the fastest growing category of spirits sold in the US and we consume a great deal of it…albeit as margaritas or shooters with salt & lime.

While there is love for Tequila, there’s also a lack of appreciation for how truly diverse this spirit can be.

Tequila is made primarily in the Jalisco region in Mexico as well as smaller designated areas in five other districts. The best ones, labeled as “100% Blue Agave,”’ are made with pure Blue Weber agave and contain no other ingredients. These Tequilas are divided into different categories based on production and aging methods.

Blanco or Silver is bottled with little or no aging. It has classic, complex sweet-minty-fruity-vegetal flavors and aroma that are associated with Tequila but is also the harshest on the palate.

Blanco Tequila is loaded with tannins, the same element that makes red wines dry and astringent. Lime and salt are two elements that will counter the effects of tannin, producing a softer, more appealing sensation for the drinker. (The trick is to hit the lime and salt before the shot, not after. Dip your lime wedge in a bit of salt, hit it and take your shot. Even really cheap Tequila will taste better.) The traditional recipe for a margarita always includes salt and lime for this reason.

Código Collins

Photo credit Chris Humphrey

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Añejo Manhatten

Aged Tequilas are categorized by how much time they spend in white oak barrels, often used whiskey barrels from the US or Canada. Reposado or “rested” Tequila is aged for a minimum of two months and generally less than a year.

Añejo or “aged” Tequilas age at least a year in barrel and up to three years in some cases.

Additional aging in stainless steel can be used to prevent excessive evaporation that occurs in the barrel. The charred wood acts as a filter to absorb the more aggressive elements of the spirit and creates a richer, more mellow final product. These Tequilas often express less alcohol burn on the palate.

The final two types are Extra Añejo or “extra aged” which is held for a minimum of three years in barrel, and Cristalino, aged Añejo or Extra Añejo Tequila, that is mechanically filtered with charcoal to make a crystal-clear spirit that has the character of an aged Tequila with the fruited flavors of a Blanco.

Then there’s “Mixto” Tequila which is also called “Gold” or “Joven”. The least expensive versions only need to have 51% pure blue agave and the balance can be other types of fermentable sugars.

The addition of grain alcohol and coloring agents is also allowed. Higher quality Mixto Tequila can be a blend of unaged and aged agave spirits with no grain alcohol used. Mixto is primarily used for making margaritas or doing shots as cheaply as possible. (Lime & salt are a must here.)

For making variations on many traditional cocktails, substituting an aged Tequila for a barrel aged spirit like Bourbon or Scotch offers a new take on an old favorite. Añejo and especially Extra Añejo will have many of the attributes of whiskey…notes of vanilla, caramel, butterscotch and smokiness, but trading the sweetness of corn for more subtle flavors of agave-tropical fruit, citrus notes and spice.

Blanco and Reposado Tequilas are great substitutes for white and gold rum in cocktail recipes.

They work well with tropical fruit and citrus flavors.

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HERE ARE SOME R E C I PE S W E F E A T U R E I N T H E PA R K H I L L’ S S O U T H COCKTA IL CENTER

Juan Daly

01 CÓDIGO COLLINS Instead of an ordinary Tom Collins we have the Código Collins.

Ingredients + 1.5 oz Código 1530

caramelize the sugars!

Blanco Tequila

+ 0.25 oz Agave Nectar

+ 0.5 oz Lime Juice

Water - mix agave

+ 0.25 oz Lemon Juice

nectar and water on

+ 1.5 oz Grilled Pineapple

a 1:1 ratio or to your

Juice - try using fresh

preferred consistency

pineapple and grill it

and flavor. + Splash of Soda Water

lightly before juicing to How to prepare

Add everything but the soda water in a shaker and fill with ice. Shake vigorously and pour everything into a tall glass. Garnish with mint and a piece of grilled pineapple.

02 JUAN DALY Like John Daly cocktails? Try a Juan Daly Ingredients + 1.5 oz Código 1530

+ 2 oz Iced Tea + A sprig of crushed mint

Reposado Tequila + 2 oz Fresh Lemonade How to prepare

Combine all ingredients in a cocktail shaker with ice.

Shake well and pour into a glass. Garnish with a slice of lemon and a sprig of mint.

03 AÑEJO MANHATTAN The last is a remix version of the classic Manhattan Cocktail … the Añejo Manhattan!

Ingredients + 2.5 oz Código 1530

+ 2 Dashes Angostura

Añejo Tequila

Bitters

+ .75 oz Sweet Vermouth How to prepare Combine all ingredients in a mixing glass. Add ice and stir. Strain into a cocktail glass and garnish with an orange twist & cocktail cherry.

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LOCALLY OWNED

ARTICLE DEBRA LAIZURE PHOTOGRAPHY KATHY SLEMP

TUCKED INTO A CORNER AT 71ST & MEMORIAL IS A SMALL GROCERY STORE FULL OF NOSTALGIA AND LIFELONG MEMORIES. No, it’s not your typical grocery store. This unique store is filled to the brim with carefully selected culinary and gift items from Europe.

Gary

Copper

is

the

owner

of

Euromart, known for its vast selection of cheese, meats and fish, chocolates, jams, breads, coffee, teas and OldWorld herbs and vegetables.

Euromart chooses brands made by artisan family-owned companies crafting recipes for immigrant and ethnic customers who will not accept anything but the best. Inventory changes frequently, but everything comes from European countries, and it is Copper’s passion to ensure that each and every item is authentic.

He says, “I don’t carry any look-a-like or ‘European-style’ items. Euromart carries the same things that people in those countries have in their homes. In the case

A U T H E N T I C A L LY E U R O P E A N

EUROMART SPECIALTY GROCERY STORE BRINGS TULSA THE BEST SELECTION OF EUROPEAN FOOD AND DELICACIES

Have a sweet tooth? Choose from chocolates and other sweets from around the world.

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Euromart carries a large variety of German sausages, sauerkraut, pickles, breads, and mustards.

The owner offers the flavors our grandparents knew well such as rhubarb, gooseberry, and black mulberry jam.

where there is an American version and a European version, such as

guests with a charcuterie board filled with

chocolate, I carry the European version.”

cheeses from Denmark, Finland, or Poland.

Tickle their tongues with olives from France,

FORGOTTEN FLAVORS

Italy, Greece, Croatia, Turkey, or Israel. Each

We all have food connections. Certain tastes and smells can

country’s spices, weather, and soil contribute

instantly take you back to your grandmother’s kitchen or a wonderful

to their difference in flavor.

childhood memory that can be restored with a special treat. Copper

Looking to host an Oktoberfest gathering or

takes pride in capturing the flavors of our childhood that our grand-

football game? Euromart carries a large vari-

parents knew very well--Flavors like rhubarb, gooseberry, and black

ety of German sausages, sauerkraut, pickles,

mulberry jam.

breads, and mustards.

Copper makes it clear that he isn’t simply selling food and treats,

Copper mentions that his German sausage

he’s selling memories. He says the products mean something to his

isn’t mass produced for the public. His products

customers and he is more than happy to bring those happy memo-

are from a German family making sausages

ries to life. For instance, a popular holiday favorite is Russian Chak

for their German neighbors and their newly

Chak, big noodles that are fried and covered in honey and almonds.

arrived relatives who have settled in places like

It is a sticky and sweet dessert that is absolutely delicious.

Chicago, Philadelphia, Cleveland, and St. Louis.

The well-known brands are too lengthy to list,

THE PARTY PLACE

but include Boback’s, the official hotdog of the

There’s no place better than Euromart for the best selection of

Chicago Bears football.

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meats and cheeses for upcoming holiday parties. Impress your

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E V E RY THING COME S FROM EUROPE A N COUNTRIE S. IT’S OUR PA SSION TO E NSURE TH AT E ACH A ND E V E RY ITE M IS AUTHE NTIC.

EXPAND YOUR PALATE

SPECIAL REQUESTS

Euromart carries a diverse selection of products, not

Special requests are always welcome. Copper is

just products from a country that is known for a cer-

amazed by some of the items he has ordered from

tain item.

around the world. Rose petal jam from Armenia,

Copper says, “Germany is known for its pickles.

But Poland makes one of the best pickles I’ve ever

green walnut preserves from Persia, and salmon and other fish from the Arctic seas north of Russia.

had. Hungarian pickles are amazing. And I have

There are so many countries, and it is difficult to

Romanian pickles from Transylvania that are out of

know about all the traditional foods available. Copper

this world. I like variety and being able to offer my

relies on his customers for inspiration and guidance.

customers lots of choices.”

One special request was for smoked eel. He worked for nearly six weeks to find it and was thrilled to call

SIP LIKE A QUEEN

his customer with the good news.

Travelers will see the same items they have enjoyed

As the weather gets cooler, he will get requests for

all over Europe. For the anglophile, Euromart carries

Turkish Delight, a traditional dessert made from gel fla-

a wide selection of teas and other products with the

vored with rosewater, bergamot orange, or lemon. The

Royal Warrant. This endorsement is like the Good

requests always come as students read The Chronicles

Housekeeping seal of British Royalty. Copper stocks

of Narnia in the fall. The candy is one of the main charac-

biscuits (cookies), jams, and the same teas that

ter’s favorite sweets offered to him by The White Witch.

Queen Elizabeth and the Royals drink every day.

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BETTER BREADS

In addition to food, Euromart offers gifts and sou-

Breads are one-of-a-kind and are shipped from

venirs from Europe. Whether you choose a German

Europe and U.S. bakeries in the northeast. Many peo-

wool scarf, Brown Betty British teapot, Russian

ple who may be restricted from eating bread might be

apron, Irish St. Patrick’s Day shirt, Holland teacups,

able to enjoy the breads offered at Euromart. Copper

or wooden Russian nesting dolls, your loved ones will

says to check with your health professional first, but

treasure their heartfelt gifts for a lifetime.

many of his customers say they can now eat bread

For more information about Euromart, visit their store

because of healthier ingredients such as European

located at 7847 E. 71st St., Tulsa, TulsaEuromart.com

wheat strains, barley, rye, oats, molasses, and fiber.

or Facebook @EuroMart.

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OCTOBER

LIFESTYLE CALENDAR

WEEKENDS

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THE CASTLE OF MUSKOGEE HALLOWEEN FESTIVAL

INTRODUCTORY STAINED GLASS WORKSHOPS

HOPS AND BOPS

Tulsa Stained Glass,

and Elm, Broken Arrow

Fern Mountain Rd. Muskogee

4131 S Sheridan Rd. Tulsa

City

The Castle of Muskogee pres-

Choose from suncatcher classes

Municipality and New Orleans

ents it's annual Halloween festival.

including Ladies Night Out and

Square present Hops 'n Bops! This

Families will enjoy the array of activi-

Date night, the new Rage Room &

event is a celebration of local music,

ties that are sure to provide plenty of

Mosaics and the Tulsa Glass Smash.

beer, wine, food, and more! Stay

photo ops and sweet & savory foods,

Make a beautiful, authentic stained

tuned for updates on which of your

enjoy the talents of the artisans and

glass hanging ring project in a fun

favorite breweries and musicians will

shop the gift shops. Fun and not so

3-hour suncatcher class - for any

be at this festival! 4 - 9 p.m.

scary to super scary activities includ-

skill level. A Beginners Stained Glass

ing the haunted hayride, train rides,

Class will be held November 12 - 14.

The Castle of Muskogee, 3400 West

zombie hunt and more.

1 - 31 PUMPKIN TOWN FARMS

6060 South Garnett Rd. Tulsa

Hours of family fun! Pumpkin Town Farms is a pumpkin patch and 5 acre day and nighttime maze sitting on over

Visit Tulsa Stained Glass for information and tickets.

WEDNESDAYS & THURSDAYS CRAFT CLASSES AND STORY TIME

New Orleans Square - New Orleans

of

Broken

Arrow

-

21 - 24 LINDE OKTOBERFEST TULSA

River West Festival Park, 2100 S. Jackson Ave. Tulsa

Linde Oktoberfest Tulsa celebrates authentic Bavarian culture in the heart of Oklahoma, in an incredible setting patterned after Oktoberfest

Tulsa Toy Depot,

Munich

20 acres, where you'll find family friendly

10114 S Sheridan Rd. Tulsa

Oktoberfest brings together inter-

fun in a beautiful country-like setting.

Craft

every

national German bands, Bavarian

Various pumpkins, gourds, squashes,

Wednesday at 11 a.m., and story-

delicacies, authentic arts and crafts

specialties, carving kits, hay, and corn-

time is held on Thursday at 11 a.m.

as well as games and competitions

stalks are available to purchase.

when Miss Carol Meyer leads the

for the entire family.

classes

are

free

in

Bavaria,

Germany.

kids in music and storytelling for

SATURDAYS & SUNDAYS LIVESAY ORCHARDS FAMILY FUN IN THE PUMPKIN PATCH

Tulsa Toy Depot for more info or call 918.938.0555.

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22 - 24 & 29 - 31 HALLOWZOOEEN 2021 6421 E 36th St N. Tulsa

TULSA TOWN HALL PRESENTS KEVIN KALLAUGHER

Tulsa Zoo’s premier spooky (but not-

Tulsa PAC, 3rd & Cincinnati, Tulsa

event for the whole family is expand-

Farms hayride takes wide-eyed

The Tulsa Town Hall Speaker

ing!

children (and adults) on a journey

Series presents Kevin Kallaugher.

Animals Meet & Greet, Andy B’s

through peach and apple orchards,

With hilarious

carica-

Arachnid Arcade, Burger King Royal

past the maturing soybean plants

tures of leaders such as Margaret

Castle, QuikTrip Pirate Island, Insurica

and directly to the middle of our

Thatcher, George W. Bush and

Pumpkin Patch Playroom, News on 6

large pumpkin patch filled with

Barack Obama, Kallaugher has

and 98.5 The Bull Haunted House,

pumpkin vines and plump pumpkins

delighted

and Bank of Oklahoma Haunted

waiting to be chosen from our patch.

over. 10:30 a.m.

39232 E. 231st Street S. Porter

Hayrides are a staple when it comes to Fall traditions. Livesay

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too-scary) Halloween trick-or-treat Candy

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25 - 31 HALLOWMARINE

300 Riverwalk Terrace, Jenks

The Oklahoma Aquarium will host seven nights of indoor trick-or-treating for kids of all ages! Dress up in your best Halloween costume for a chance to win prizes.

30 BROOKSIDE BOOHAHA

31st - 51st on Peoria in Tulsa

Take your kids trick or treating on Brookside and visit the “Kid’s Zones” witch include inflatables, snacks, candy, costume contests and other fun activities. A Pet Costume Contest will also be included.

30 WASHINGTON IRVING FESTIVAL HOSTED BY THE BIXBY OPTIMIST CLUB Washington Irving Memorial Park and Arboretum, 13700 South Memorial Drive, Bixby

The Washington Irving Festival is a day to enjoy food trucks, kids zone, pony rides, train rides and costume contests.

As a special treat young ones will be able to participate in Trunk or Treat. The costume contests will have 3 age groups and will have cash prizes. 12 - 4 p.m.

30 & 31 SWEETS & TREATS ON SPOOKY STREET PRESENTED BY U.S. CELLULAR Gathering Place, 2650 S John Williams Way E. Tulsa

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The Prescott’ is a culinary change maker whose feed you’ll want to feast on.

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“Slovenia borders Italy and Croatia, which is to say there are

a lot of shared values in and around food; they have really great cheese, dairy, beef, pasta, but very few tourists, hardly any. So if you love Italy, that kind of specific travel and food experience, particularly Northern Italy, because you can see the Alps from where they are. It’s picture perfect, a beautiful place, and also where orange wine is from.”

Dennis also highly recommends Costa Rica, Hawaii and Finland.

“Most people love the idea of travel, but we tend to pick the same places when we travel, and there is nothing wrong with that, they are amazing for a reason, but when you get off the beaten path a little bit, you learn the difference between vacation and travel.”

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