Eloise, the main character from the children’s book of the same name, grows up in a hotel, finding new ways to get into shenanigans daily. Rock City’s own Capi Peck feels her beginnings were similar in that she spent most of her formative years in The Sam Peck Hotel. “My love of food grew out […]
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There are changes happening at Kemuri which can only bode well for food enthusiasts. The restaurant plans to add brunch to its menu as well as a few new summer time dishes. Chef Greg Wallis is excited for the season, ready to add that extra pop of color to his dishes as well as exhibit
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South Main Street is a happening place, especially during the summer months when the Bernice Garden picks up the farmer’s market. The relatively new addition to the neighborhood, Piro Brick Oven & Barroom, is settling nicely into the seasonal swing of things. Malissa Calaway, Piro’s Bar Manager, has whipped up a new summer cocktail menu,
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Little Rock’s brew scene is a flurry of activity. With the large number of proposed openings, as well as the immense amount of beer-focused events, we’ve put everything together in one place for you. If you consider yourself a beer enthusiast, you’ll want to give this a good read. Newer to the scene in name,
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Hot weather and ice cream go together like Sunny and Cher. With Little Rock heating up, what better time for Loblolly Creamery to introduce their new summer flavors? Sally Mengel, the force behind Loblolly, is excited for the chance to unleash the new creations upon Rock City, confident that the wide range of flavors will
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It’s time to celebrate summer with food and drink, at-home and at the restaurants. Thankfully Central Arkansas food bloggers have some tips and tricks ready just for you. First off, Hello Luvvy’s Melinda Acewicz kicks off this week with a Watermelon Juice recipe that’s sure to keep you from wasting the summer favorite. Whether or
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Spring is a time for vibrant gardens and fresh herbs, and South on Main’s new spring menu is a representation of that. “We like to change the menu seasonally, which means we mix up our offerings with the growing season, not just the calendar,” says owner and head chef Matt Bell. With the heavy rain
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Eggshells Kitchen Co., a cook’s dream stocked with culinary tools and cooking gadgets, is also the home to a series of local chef-lead cooking classes. This past Monday Capi Peck of Trio’s, an institution in Little Rock’s family-owned restaurants, discussed Arkansas strawberries. As the class began, 30 or so guests were happily seated at tables
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Ever wonder what makes some of Little Rock’s food personalities tick? Rock City Eat’s latest series, Food Insider, takes a look at individuals who are helping change the landscape of our city’s culinary scene. Whether they’re in the kitchen, managing a storefront, farming land or running a food truck … we’ll delve into both the
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Perhaps it’s because during my lunch hour I feel rushed, but I end up going to the same few places over and over when I get the chance to eat out. Since I’ve moved from Hillcrest, I end up staying downtown simply for the convenience factor. Luckily, I broke the habit recently and headed over