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TA B L E O F C O N T E N T S
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• UNCONVENTIONAL GARDENING • VITAMINS & FOOD • Aphotography TASTE AROUND THE WORLD IN OKC by Lauren Wright
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• SO6IX EATS: 50 ROCK & BREWS
• COOKING WITH CHEF MINH NGUYEN
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• FUN IN THE FACTS 54 OKLAHOMA RESTURANTS
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• CALENDAR OF EVENTS
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Food
WHY YOU NEED THEM & WHERE TO GET THEM
• TRUTH IN THE NUMBERS
WINERIES & BREWERIES
VITAMINS P.18
LEGAL AND CREDITS
PUBLISHER Jack McBride jack@so6ix.com
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L E T T E R F R O M T H E S TA F F
S pring is now official ly u pon us. Not only do April showers bring May flowers, but spring also opens up so many things to do in our great state. We can finally say goodbye to white grass and naked trees and watch as our whole state blooms with color and life again for the new season. I’ve already snuck in a few rounds of golf in 2016, but I can’t wait to finally step out on green grass and get some sun for the first time this year.
working on this issue, I had no idea that our city has so many international cuisines. And I don’t want to spoil anything for you, but they are all DELICIOUS! Yep, we got to eat at all of these places this month and I must say that my palate has never before tasted such a wide range of amazing flavors. Please try each one of the restaurants we featured in this issue and we guarantee you will have fun!
I’m also looking forward to several more things this month. If you have never participated in Redbud, you’re really missing out on a fantastic annual event. Redbud is now in its 34th year and it seems to get better every year. Well over 5,000 participants walk, run or bike through Nichols Hills all in the name of raising money for local nonprofits. This year the beneficiary will be Peppers Ranch, an incredible organization focused on foster care. Redbud is a two-day event that takes place this year on April 9th and 10th.
The last thing I would like to say is thank you. Thank you, OKC, for so devoutly picking up So6ix each month and letting us entertain you with our hard work. We have been very happy and very humbled by all the support and love that we are flooded with each day at So6ix. We will continue to do our best each month to share with you all the great things we find in Oklahoma City!
If you love to run, you also don’t want to miss this year’s OKC Memorial Marathon, which will take place on April 24th. This huge event remembers the victims and families of the April 19th, 1995 bombing, while also raising money to support the memorial for the future generations. In our April issue, we are particularly excited to showcase a world tour of cuisine all right here in OKC! Until we started
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Gardening GARDENING TIME IS ALREADY UPON US, YAY!
We have found some really innovational ways to create a garden. Not that anything is wrong with conventional gardening, but sometimes it’s fun to think outside the box. Whether you’re a longtime gardener and want to try something new, you’ve never gardened and want to give it a go, or you’re looking for a new way to make veggies and flowers fit into the space you’re given, unconventional gardening can be exciting! Try something new – you never know how it’s going to turn out until you try.
Vertical Vegetables
Credit: instructables.com
WHAT YOU NEED: •
Hanging pocket shoe organizer
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Hooks
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Good quality/moisture-holding compost
•
Plants & seeds: mixed-leaf salad, herbs, peas, mini tomatoes
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Trough planter to catch drips
•
2” x 2” piece of wood
HOW TO: 1.
Find a spot to hang your shoe organizer where the plants will get the right amount of sunlight. Drill or seal the hooks appropriately. This works best on the back of a swinging door or a fence.
2. Drill the 2x2 into the middle area of where the shoe organizer will hang. This will keep the shoe organizer from laying flush against the wall and ruining moisture or temperature. 3. Fill each pocket with compost, approximately 1” below the rim. 4. Place the trough planter at the base to catch excess dirt and water runoff if you are worried about getting the area messy. 5. Add seeds, plants and water according to package instructions. Watch your garden grow!
Succulent Clay Pot Sphere Credit: thewhoot.com.au
WHAT YOU NEED: •
Small clay pots
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Artificial moss
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Hot glue
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Soil
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Succulents
HOW TO: 1.
Using hot glue or strong craft glue, start gluing the sides of the pots to one another in a sphere pattern. Don’t worry too much about the look of the hot glue, but try to be as tidy as possible.
2. Once dry, fill the empty cracks and spaces with artificial moss. You can find this at local craft stores. 3. Fill select pots with dirt and plant succulents.
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Eggshell Starters Credit: listotic.com
WHAT YOU NEED: • • •
Empty eggshells Starter moisture-holding soil Seeds
HOW TO: 1.
Be sure to save up eggshells after making breakfast. Simply rinse them out well and let dry completely.
2. Use a needle to poke a small hole in the bottom of the eggshell, and peel off the top of the egg to leave a space for the soil and seed. 3. Fill the shells almost to the top with soil, placing the seed 3/4 of the way up. 4. Using a marker, label the shells accordingly. Water and allow to get adequate sunlight. Once sprouted, you can plant in the ground, eggshell and all! The eggshell is a great way to give your seedlings an extra boost of calcium.
Hanging Colander Planter Credit: creativesavingsblog.com
WHAT YOU NEED: 1.
Colander (an old one works fine)
2. Flowers 3. Potting soil 4. Landscape fabric 5. Jute string 6. Hooks with drywall hangers
HOW TO: 1.
Cut a circle of landscape fabric to put in the colander (filling the entire colander) so dirt won’t pop out the bottom or the sides. Trim as needed.
2. Fill the colander with flowers and dirt, filling it up to about an inch from the top. 3. Cut a piece of jute string to tie on a corner of the handle and wrap around the handle to completely cover it. Knot again. Repeat on the other colander handle. Cut a long piece (as long as you want your plant to hang) and knot on each handle of the colander, creating two rope handles to hang from. (Did we lose you?) 4. Put hooks into the ceiling and hang your new planter! so6ix.com | APRIL 2016
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Hanging Mason Jars
Credit: constantcontact.com
WHAT YOU NEED: •
Wood squares
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Drill
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Metal rod
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Washers & bolts
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Plants
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Rocks
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Mason jars
HOW TO: 1.
Cut six equal-sized squares of wood. Jig or punch out large holes in the center for the mason jars to fit in. (You’ll need to find jars that are wider at the top than in the middle.)
2. Drill two holes on either side of where the mason jar sits. This is for your rod. 3.
Feed the rods (with washer and bolts) through each of the wood pieces, making sure to twist the bolts to the desired locations.
4. Line each jar 1/4 of the way up with small rocks, to give the roots enough space to breathe in lieu of drainage holes. 5. Position the plants inside the jars with the metal lid rim fastened on top and rest them into place on each wood panel. 6. Find a spot to hang and enjoy!
Buried Pot Garden Credit: apartmenttherapy.com
WHAT YOU NEED: •
Various sizes of planting pots
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Soil
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Flowers or vegetables
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Shovel
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Mulch
HOW TO: 1.
Using the shovel, dig holes in various sizes and various spots around the garden bed area. You can haul off the dirt you dug up or place it evenly around the rest of the garden area.
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VITAMINS &
Food
WHY YOU NEED THEM & WHERE TO GET THEM
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VITAMIN Essential For:
• Eyes • Immune System • Skin
Source: • • • •
Orange Fruits Dark Green Veggies Milk Carrots
VITAMIN Essential For:
• Brain Function • Nerve Function • Red Cell Production
6 & 12
Source:
• • • • •
Eggs Red Meat Fish Beans Nuts
VITAMIN Essential For: • Bones • Teeth • Skin
Source: • Citrus Fruits • Berries • Spinach
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VITAMIN Essential For:
• Bones • Calcium Absorption • Improved Heart Health
Source: • • • •
Sunlight Egg Yolks Milk Mushrooms
• Swordfish
VITAMIN Essential For: • Bones • Calcium Absorption • Improved Heart Health
Source: • • • • •
Sunlight Egg Yolks Milk Mushrooms Swordfish
VITAMIN
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Essential For:
Source:
• Clear Skin
• • • • •
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Walnuts Grapeseed Oil Olive Oil Salmon Avocados
VITAMIN Essential For:
• Blood Clotting • Dark Under-Eye Circles
Source: • Egg Yolks • Dark Green Veggies • Cheese
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FOLIC ACID
Essential For:
• Cell Health • Fighting Heart Disease
ZINC Essential For: • Fertility • Immunity • Growth
Source: • • • • •
Grass-Fed Beef Chickpeas Pumpkin Seeds Chicken Mushrooms
Source:
• Citrus Fruits • Dark Green Veggies • Bananas • Pinto Beans
IRON Essential For:
• Building Muscle • Healthy Blood
Source: • • • • •
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A Taste Around the
World in OKC
You might be surprised to learn there is more to Oklahoma cuisine than burgers and French fries or chicken fingers (not hating, just saying). We set out to show you just how big of a melting pot our great state is. We have dozens of wonderful cultural cuisines that we can dig into without having to travel thousands of miles. Stepping out of your comfort zone and being adventurous can be extremely beneficial and in this case, extremely delicious. We challenge you to broaden your horizons and try something new! All of these spots are one of a kind.
Dot Wo Garden Chinese Cuisine
6161 N. May Ave., OKC 405.608.2388
Green Tea Tempura Ice Cream
Peking Shrimp
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Enchiladas Guatemaltecas A tostada layered with lettuce, beef picadillo, a unique blend of vinaigrette cabbage and beets, topped with chirmol, parsley and queso seco
Café Antigua Guatemalan CafE
1903 N. Classen Blvd., OKC 405.602.8984
Many traditional foods in Guatemalan cuisine are based on Maya cuisine and prominently feature corn, chilies and beans as key ingredients. There are also foods that are commonly eaten on certaindays of the week. For example, it is a popular custom to eat paches (a kind of tamale made from potatoes) on Thursday. Enchiladas Guatemaltecas is extremely popular in the cities of Guatemala, but not so much in the outlying areas.
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Iron Bibimbap Short ribs, seared veggies, toasted rice and egg.
Chae
Modern Korean 1933 N.W. 23rd St., OKC 405.600.9040
Enchiladas Homemade from slow-roasted meat and topped with flavorful sauces
Iguana Mexican Grill Mexican Cuisine 9 N.W. 9th St., OKC 405.606.7172
Fassler Hall
German Eatery & Beer Hall 421 N.W. 10th St., OKC 405.609.3300 30
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Bratwurst Pork, beef and spices cooked in Spaten Optimator, complemented by house kraut and mustard
Duck Fat Fries
Pork is the traditional meat of choice for Germany, in the way beef is for America, and sausage features prominently in German heritage. Unsurprisingly the pig is a good luck symbol in Germany.
Ethiopian Shiro Ground chickpeas seasoned with berbere (Ethiopian chili powder) and cooked with tomatoes and chopped onions Sides: Kale, beets, lentils & injera (Ethiopian flat sourdough bread)
Haiget’s
Ethiopian and Kenyan Cuisines 308 W. Edmond Rd., Edmond 405.509.6441 Haiget’s offers mesob dining: a traditional group dining setting in which the meal is served on a tray in a mesob (a woven round wicker basket that sits as high as 3-4 feet tall). Don’t expect silverware or utensils. You use your hands to eat, as well as your injera.
Kenyan Chapati Wrap Chicken wrapped in chapati (Kenyan sweet flat bread) with lettuce and Kachumbari (mixture of tomatoes, onions and jalapeño peppers with a house vinaigrette) Sides: Avocado Salad & Mango Salad
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Ingrid’s Kitchen German Cuisine
3701 N. Youngs Blvd., OKC 405.946.8444
Wiener Schnitzel Tender pork loin cutlet hand-breaded and grilled, topped with brown gravy. Served with sauerkraut and red cabbage. Sides: German potato salad and butter flake dinner roll
Chicken Tikka Masala with Rice Chicken breasts cooked in a cream-based sauce with spices, onion and tomato sauce
Did you know that in Vietnam, pho is typically eaten for breakfast?
Pho Lien Hoa
Gopuram
North & South Indian Cuisine 4401 W. Memorial Rd., OKC 405.286.2865
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Vietnamese Noodle House 901 N.W. 23rd St., OKC 405.521.8087
Pho Tai Chin Rice noodles with rare steak & lean brisket in beef soup
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Basil Mediterranean Mediterranean Cuisine 211 N.W. 23rd St., OKC 405.602.3030
Chocolate Tiramisu Roulette Pistachio Persian Saffron Tea These are traditional homemade Persian desserts.
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Tonkotsu Ramen Tonkotsu topped with chashu, negi, menma and nitamago, and finished with a drizzle of mayu
Osaka, Japan is home to the world’s only museum dedicated to the history of ramen.
Tamashii Ramen Japanese Cuisine 321 N.W. 8th St., OKC 405.517.0707
Gyoza Traditional homemade potstickers filled with pork and cabbage
Panang 2
Thai Restaurant 14101 N. May Ave., OKC 405.752.8400
The world’s biggest ever curry was a 13-ton Biryani, including 187 lb of chillies and 6600 lb of rice. It took 60 chefs to make in New Delhi in June 2008, And required 3 cranes to move the container and a 3-fT- high furnace to cook it!
Curry blends have antiseptic, healing and preservative properties. Curry can also be an effective pain reliever, such as for headaches.
Panang Curry Like red curry, Panang is made with coconut milk, basil leaves, peas, bell pepper and lime leaves.
Spaghetti Fresh house-made spaghetti with traditional marinara sauce, topped with fresh basil
Flip’s Wine Bar & Trattoria Italian Cuisine
5801 N. Western Ave., OKC 405.843.1527
Pizzeria Gusto
Artisan Neapolitan Pizza 2415 N. Walker Ave., OKC 405.437.4992
Margherita Tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella, Parmesan, basil, EVOO
Traditional Neapolitan pizza is baked in a wood-fired oven for 60-90 seconds.
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Lemongrass Thai Cuisine
253 S. Santa Fe Ave., Edmond 405.330.6888
This is the most popular dessert in Thailand.
Mango Sticky Rice Authentic Thai dessert composed of sweet coconut-milk sticky rice topped with fresh mango slices
Maza Platter Houmos, baba ghanouj, cucumber and yogurt, three grape leaves, one piece kibbe and kalamata olives
Nunu’s
Mediterranean & Lebanese Cuisine 3131 W. Memorial Rd., OKC 405.751.7000
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Philadelphia Roll Salmon, cream cheese & asparagus
Sushi Neko
Japanese Cuisine & Robata Bar 4318 N. Western Ave., OKC 405.528.8862
Spicy Yellowtail Roll Yellowtail, spicy sauce, green onion & chili sauce
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EATS We are so proud to welcome this rocking spot into our ever-growing food scene and into our bellies! (Sorry for the pun, I’ll probably use it at least 32 times.) Five best friends bound together by their love of food and concert rock brought Rock & Brews to life. Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley from the infamous band KISS are two of the partners in on this joint. If you haven’t been to check it out yet, don’t make assumptions: this place is much, much, MUCH more than just a bar. This cool eatery is whipping up delicious handcrafted food like artisan pizza, authentic giant Bavarian pretzels and more. Their fare is extremely fresh and flavorful and couldn’t be any further from typical “bar food.” They have a beautiful patio with giant doors opening to the inside on nice Oklahoma days as well as a kid play area. Oh yeah, this place is kid-friendly, and pet-friendly too! You read that right – they treat pets as part of the family, offering a creative doggie menu with things like an unseasoned Bow-Wow Burger or Barkin’ Bacon: four strips of crispy delicious bacon. Have a food allergy? Rock & Brews has many gluten-free options, even pizza! Rejoice! With a plethora of TV screens, it’s a great spot to watch an old music video from back in the day or the current sports game. Consider yourself a beer connoisseur? They have over 60 beers on tap, including many local brews, which we love. As you can see, this is a spot for literally EVERYONE, from kiddos to pets, from a date night to watching the game with friends. Come try this rocking eatery soon, and you’ll find you can’t get enough of Rock & Brews either.
What We Tasted: Fire Grilled Steak Sandwich
Ultimate Burger
Artisan sourdough roll, pico de gallo, baby greens, garlic aioli and a touch of BBQ sauce
Sesame brioche bun, double melted cheddar, iceberg lettuce, tomato, caramelized onions, dill pickle and scratch-made thousand island dressing
Giant All Beef Chicago Dog
Strawberry Fields
Pretzel roll, onion, mustard, relish, pickles, hot peppers, tomato and celery salt with sweet potato fries
Baby greens, strawberries, avocado, cucumbers, red onions, candied walnuts, feta cheese and lemon pepper vinaigrette
Margheritaville Pizza Roasted tomatoes, garlic butter, mozzarella, parmigiana and torn basil
What We Sipped: Stairway to Heaven Myers’s dark rum, fresh pineapple and orange juices, coconut syrup and grated nutmeg
Craft beer & glass of white wine
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BLU MEDITERRANEAN GRILL
POWER HOUSE
2142 W. Interstate 240 Service Rd., OKC, OK 73159 405.637.7779 • blumediterraneangrill.com
1228 S.W. 2nd St., OKC, OK 73108 405.702.0699 • powerhouseokc.com
Blu is a great spot just south of downtown that’s serving up
Tucked away in the historic downtown Farmers Public Market,
a wide range of homemade Mediterranean favorites and
Power House is a great spot for drinks and eats. It was
specialties. They’re using only the freshest ingredients and
remodeled from a very weathered building and turned into
incorporating signature spices that will captivate your taste
a great place for people to gather and enjoy specialty menu
buds. You’ll find the traditional Mediterranean menu items like hummus and kabobs as well as weekly and daily chef specialties that will have you planning your week around them. If you’re into falafel (the good kind), we recommend their Falafel Sandwich: delicious homemade patties tucked into warm pita and topped with veggies and homemade
items and handcrafted cocktails as well as coffees. Their ever-growing menu features delicious homemade creations like Hawaiian Pig Biscuits with house-made habanero jam or the Roasted Hatch Chile Especial, stuffed with jack cheese and Lovera’s smoked sausage and topped with verde sauce.
sauces. We highly recommend their Zaatar and Cheese
Join them for brunch on Saturdays from noon to three, when
Pies. No, it’s not pie as we usually think of it, but these
they offer from-scratch items and drink specials. This quaint,
delicious bread-like treats are of the highest quality and are
locally owned spot is great for private events, parties or just
great as a snack or even as a meal.
getting together to enjoy a drink with friends.
EMPIRE SLICE HOUSE
THE BARREL
1734 N.W. 16th St., OKC, OK 73106 405.557.1760 • empireslicehouse.com
4308 N. Western Ave., OKC, OK 73118 405.525.6682 • barrelokc.com
We could talk about pizza all day, and Empire Slice would
The Barrel is serving up a wide variety of pub-fusion cuisine
certainly come up in the conversation. Empire Slice House sits
that pairs quite well with their extensive selection of craft
in the trendy and popular Plaza District. They’re whipping up creative homemade pizzas in all kinds of variations. Sure, you can still get your typical pepperoni or cheese, but the glory
beers, wines and spirits. The Barrel’s warm and inviting atmosphere makes it great for any occasion. Stop by after a
in Empire Slice is that they’ve come up with some wacky
long week to enjoy happy hour, indulge in a delicious brunch
creations that’ll make you think, “Where has this been my
on the weekend, bring your loved one by for a date night or
whole life?” This is a New York-style pie, so expect thin crust
plan a special event. Now that the weather is turning warmer,
and massive slices. You can buy by the slice or get an entire
you’ll want to take advantage of their great covered patio.
pizza, depending on how hungry you are. We recommend the Foghorn Leghorn if you’re into spicy: Asiago, chicken, bacon, jalapeño, sweet marinara and Sriracha drizzle. You really can’t
You can’t go wrong with any choice on the menu, but the shepherd’s pie is a must try, and their bread pudding topped
go wrong with any of the choices; you can never have too
with Guinness toffee sauce – YUM! This cozy eatery has
much pizza, right?
something that is sure to satisfy everyone's taste buds.
COOKING WITH CHEF MINH NGUYEN
SHABU SHABU
INGREDIENTS • • • • • • •
4 oz ribeye Assorted vegetables (mushrooms, carrots, block of tofu, etc.) 1 cup chicken or beef broth 1 cup water Sesame sauce Ponzu sauce Lined Japanese paper
CHEF MINH NGUYEN Chef Minh, born in Vietnam, has been a chef for the last 23 years. He got his start in Canada and moved to Oklahoma in 2000, and soon started working at Western Concepts. His favorite thing about being a chef is that he can continue learning new things every day and working with people. Chef Minh loves to be creative in the kitchen.
PREPARATION 1.
Slice the ribeye very thin. This step is sometimes easier if the ribeye is slightly frozen (but not completely frozen, or you won’t be able to slice it). Slice veggies as well – the thinner the better for tougher vegetables like carrots.
2.
Mix broth and water together. Pour into Japanese lined paper and heat until boiling. If you don’t have an open flame and Japanese paper, you can just do this in a regular pot on the stove.
3.
Dip veggies into broth and gently move around for 4-5 minutes or until done.
4.
Bring broth back to a second boil and dip ribeye in. The cooking time for the ribeye varies depending on the thickness of the meat and how done you want it. Generally it is about 8-10 seconds for rare.
5.
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FUN FACTS IN THE
OKLAHOMA RESTAURANTS IN THE NEXT TEN YEARS, RESTAURANTS IN OKLAHOMA ARE PROJECTED TO EMPLOY
195,600 PEOPLE – A 13.7% JOB GROWTH. THE OLDEST RESTAURANT IN THE STATE
IS CATTLEMEN’S STEAKHOUSE,
STARTED IN 1910.
RESTAURANTS ACCOUNT FOR
10% OF
EMPLOYMENT IN THE STATE.
OKLAHOMA LAWS ALLOW EMPLOYERS TO TAKE A TIP CREDIT OF 50%.
THIS MEANS EMPLOYERS MAY PAY EMPLOYEES AS LITTLE AS
$3.63 AS LONG AS THE EMPLOYEE EARNS ENOUGH IN TIPS TO BRING THEIR TOTAL HOURLY WAGE UP TO AT LEAST THE MINIMUM WAGE.
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EVERY $1 SPENT IN OKLAHOMA’S RESTAURANTS GENERATES AN ADDITIONAL $.93 IN SALES
FOR THE STATE ECONOMY. IN 2015, OKLAHOMA’S RESTAURANTS WERE PROJECTED TO DO OVER
$5.5 BILLION IN SALES.
THERE ARE
OVER 27 DIFFERENT GRAPES PRODUCED IN OKLAHOMA TO CREATE WINES LIKE:
CABERNET SAUVIGNON, CHENIN BLANC, RIESLING AND ZINFANDEL.
THERE ARE MORE THAN
30,000 BARRELS
OF CRAFT BEER PRODUCED PER YEAR IN OKLAHOMA.
HOLIDAYS WINERIES & BREWERIES TRUTH IN THE NUMBERS
IN OKLAHOMA AN AVERAGE BEER TAKES
1-2 MONTHS
BUT THE DARKER BEERS CAN IN SOME CASES
TO MAKE FROM START TO FINISH,
TAKE UP TO A YEAR
OKLAHOMA HAS
IT TAKES APPROXIMATELY
MORE THAN 50
INDIVIDUAL GRAPES
VINEYARDS AND WINERIES.
TO MAKE A STANDARD GLASS OF WINE.
TO BE DRINKABLE!
75-100
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THE MASTERS
DAYS OF THE MONTH APRIL 2
APRIL 3
CHILDREN'S BOOK DAY
WORLD PARTY DAY
APRIL 6
The average champion age is 32.66 years old. The most birdies in at the Masters in one tournament was 25, by Phil Mickelson in 2001. Dwight Eisenhower is the only U.S. president to have been a club member at Augusta National. The Masters has had winners from 11 different countries over the years since it began in 1934. Gary Player achieved the most starts with 52.
APRIL 7
SORRY CHARLIE DAY
NATIONAL BEER DAY
APRIL 11
APRIL 13
NATIONAL SUBMARINE DAY
SCRABBLE DAY
APRIL 16
NATIONAL LIBRARIAN DAY
APRIL 4
NATIONAL WALK TO WORK DAY
APRIL 19 WORLD PARTY DAY
APRIL 10 GOLFER’S DAY
APRIL 14 NATIONAL PECAN DAY
APRIL 21
NATIONAL HIGH FIVE DAY
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APRIL 23
TAKE A CHANCE DAY
APRIL 27 TELL A STORY DAY
APRIL 30
NATIONAL HONESTY DAY
PUPPY OF THE MONTH OTTERHOUND
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Lukas Graham TAKE A PICTURE
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SAVE THE EARTH DO SOMETHING YOU MATTER
DON'T BRING ME DOWN
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RESEARCH
YOUR VOTE COUNTS!
COCKTAIL RECIPE
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PLANT A TREE
REDUCE, REUSE, RECYCLE
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Food
EAT LOCAL
CUT BACK ON MEAT
GREEN ENERGY
INGREDIENTS: •
1 oz cherry-infused or regular whiskey
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1
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1
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2 oz pineapple juice
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1
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2 oz club soda
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Lime wedge (optional)
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Maraschino or morello cherries (optional)
⁄2 oz amaretto ⁄4 oz bourbon
TRANSPORTATION
⁄4 tsp grenadine
WALK
BIKE
CARPOOL
PUBLIC TRANSIT
AT HOME
DIRECTIONS: 1.
SWITCH TO FLUORESCENT
TURN OFF LIGHTS
USE THE SUN OPEN WINDOWS
Combine whiskey, amaretto, bourbon, pineapple and grenadine in the cup of a cocktail shaker. Add a scoop of ice and give a few vigorous shakes.
2. Transfer the mixture to a rocks glass filled with ice. Top with club soda and garnish with a few maraschino or morello cherries and a squeeze of lime, if desired.
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DRIVE
APRIL 9
MICKEY MANTLE'S STEAKHOUSE 7 S. Mickey Mantle Dr. Oklahoma City, OK 73104
APRIL 1
DANIEL JORDON – ACOUSTIC FUZE OKLAHOMA CITY
AVENUE MICKEY MANTLE’S STEAKHOUSE OKLAHOMA CITY
SUPERFREAK AS THE BLEND REMINGTON PARK OKLAHOMA CITY
CHRISTIAN PEARSON – PIANIST SKIRVIN HILTON RED PIANO LOUNGE OKLAHOMA CITY
DJ – JOSH TULLIS RUSSELL’S OKLAHOMA CITY
APRIL 2
MICHAEL KLEID FUZE OKLAHOMA CITY
LUCKY MICKEY MANTLE’S STEAKHOUSE OKLAHOMA CITY
SUPERFREAK AS THE BLEND REMINGTON PARK OKLAHOMA CITY
GRANT STEVENS – PIANIST SKIRVIN HILTON RED PIANO LOUNGE OKLAHOMA CITY
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APRIL 9
FLINT OKLAHOMA CITY
FUZE OKLAHOMA CITY
EDGAR CRUZ
JOHN ARNOLD BAND
MICHAEL KLEID
DANIEL JORDAN – ACOUSTIC
SKIRVIN HILTON PARK AVENUE GRILL OKLAHOMA CITY
NEWCASTLE CASINO NEWCASTLE
APRIL 6
DEREK HARRIS
SKIRVIN HILTON PARK AVENUE GRILL OKLAHOMA CITY
KRISTEN STEHR
GRANT WELLS
APRIL 8
GARY JOHNSON – PIANIST SKIRVIN HILTON RED PIANO LOUNGE OKLAHOMA CITY
TYLER LEE S&B BURGER 9TH ST. LOCATION OKLAHOMA CITY
DJ SIX RUSSELL’S OKLAHOMA CITY
DRIVE MICKEY MANTLE’S STEAKHOUSE OKLAHOMA CITY
S&B BURGER MIDWEST CITY LOCATION MIDWEST CITY RIVERWIND CASINO NORMAN
AARON NEWMAN BAND TAPWERKS OKLAHOMA CITY
DJ – JASON DANIEL RUSSELL’S OKLAHOMA CITY
DRIVE MICKEY MANTLE’S STEAKHOUSE OKLAHOMA CITY
APRIL 10 MICHAEL KLEID FLINT OKLAHOMA CITY
APRIL 12
CHUCK WHETSTONE – PIANIST SKIRVIN HILTON RED PIANO LOUNGE OKLAHOMA CITY
CALENDAR OF EVENTS MICHAEL KLEID
APRIL 17
FLINT 15 N. Robinson Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73102
APRIL 14
APRIL 17
APRIL 24
FLINT OKLAHOMA CITY
OKC MEMORIAL MARATHON OKLAHOMA CITY
APRIL 15
EDGAR CRUZ
APRIL 28
BAKER STREET OKLAHOMA CITY
APRIL 21
DEREK HARRIS TRIO
FLINT OKLAHOMA CITY
ALLEN BYRD
S&B BURGER MIDWEST CITY LOCATION MIDWEST CITY
STARS
MICKEY MANTLE’S STEAKHOUSE OKLAHOMA CITY
APRIL 16
BRANDON JACKSON
MICHAEL KLEID
SKIRVIN HILTON PARK AVENUE GRILL
DJ RODNEY LADD
LIP SERVICE BAKER STREET OKLAHOMA CITY
FIRELAKE CASINO SHAWNEE
DAVID MORRIS – PIANIST
MICHAEL KLEID
APRIL 22
FUZE OKLAHOMA CITY
JIM THE ELEPHANT BAKER STREET OKLAHOMA CITY
JASON YOUNG BAND NEWCASTLE CASINO NEWCASTLE
GRANT STEVENS – PIANIST SKIRVIN HILTON RED PIANO LOUNGE OKLAHOMA CITY
THE SUSPECTS TAPWERKS OKLAHOMA CITY
SKIRVIN HILTON RED PIANO LOUNGE
DJ SIX
RUSSELL’S OKLAHOMA CITY
COVER ME BADD MICKEY MANTLE’S STEAKHOUSE OKLAHOMA CITY
SUPERFREAK
REPLAY
BAKER STREET OKLAHOMA CITY
APRIL 29
DANIEL JORDAN – ACOUSTIC FUZE OKLAHOMA CITY
APRIL 29 JOSH TULLIS – DJ RUSSELL’S OKLAHOMA CITY
AARON NEWMAN & OK CARAVAN MICKEY MANTLE’S STEAKHOUSE OKLAHOMA CITY
APRIL 30
LIFE OF THE PARTY
APRIL 23
NEWCASTLE CASINO NEWCASTLE
FIRELAKE CASINO SHAWNEE
AARON NEWMAN & OK CARAVAN
TRENT TIGER
HOOK ECHO
MICKEY MANTLE’S STEAKHOUSE OKLAHOMA CITY
NEWCASTLE CASINO NEWCASTLE
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CONCERTS
BARRY MANILOW BAND
APRIL 14
CHESAPEAKE ENERGY ARENA 100 W. Reno Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73102
APRIL 2
APRIL 14
CIVIC CENTER MUSIC HALL OKLAHOMA CITY
CHESAPEAKE ENERGY ARENA OKLAHOMA CITY
APRIL 3
APRIL 28-30
CHESAPEAKE ENERGY ARENA OKLAHOMA CITY
TUMBLEWEED DANCEHALL & CONCERT VENUE STILLWATER
OKC PHILHARMONIC: A NIGHT AT THE OPERA
BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN & THE E STREET BAND
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BARRY MANILOW BAND
TUMBLEWEED CALF FRY
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
SPORTS
APRIL 1-3
APRIL 11
OU SOONERS VS TEXAS LONGHORNS BASEBALL L. DALE MITCHELL BASEBALL PARK NORMAN
OKC THUNDER VS LOS ANGELES LAKERS CHESAPEAKE ENERGY ARENA OKLAHOMA CITY
APRIL 8-10
APRIL 19
OSU COWBOYS VS TEXAS TECH RED RAIDERS ALLIE P. REYNOLDS STADIUM STILLWATER
APRIL 22-24
OU SOONERS VS BAYLOR BEARS BASEBALL L. DALE MITCHELL BASEBALL PARK NORMAN
APRIL 9
OKC ENERGY FC VS SAINT LOUIS FC TAFT STADIUM OKLAHOMA CITY
OU SOONERS VS OSU COWBOYS BASEBALL L. DALE MITCHELL BASEBALL PARK NORMAN
OSU COWBOYS VS TCU HORNED FROGS ALLIE P. REYNOLDS STADIUM STILLWATER
APRIL 23
OKC ENERGY FC VS SWOPE PARK RANGERS TAFT STADIUM OKLAHOMA CITY
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EVENTS
REDBUD CLASSIC
APRIL 9 - 10 NICHOLS HILLS PLAZA 6409 Avondale Dr. Nichols Hills, OK 73116
APRIL 1-3
APRIL 6-10
REAVES PARK NORMAN
CHESAPEAKE ENERGY ARENA OKLAHOMA CITY
APRIL 1
APRIL 7
OKLAHOMA CITY FARMER’S MARKET OKLAHOMA CITY
OKLAHOMA HISTORY CENTER OKLAHOMA CITY
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APRIL 7-10
OKLAHOMA STATE FAIR PARK OKLAHOMA CITY
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APRIL 2
APRIL 8
MAIN STREET SEMINOLE
NORMAN ARTS DISTRICT NORMAN
APRIL 6-24
APRIL 9
LYRIC AT THE PLAZA OKLAHOMA CITY
CIVIC CENTER MUSIC HALL OKLAHOMA CITY
MEDIEVAL FAIR
ARTINI
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2ND FRIDAY CIRCUIT OF ART
CANTERBURY CHORAL SOCIETY: MORE THAN DRUMS
APRIL 9-10 REDBUD CLASSIC
NICHOLS HILLS PLAZA OKLAHOMA CITY
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APRIL 29 - MAY 1 CIVIC CENTER MUSIC HALL 201 N. Walker Ave. Oklahoma City, OK 73102
APRIL 15 – MAY 7
APRIL 24
THE POLLARD THEATRE GUTHRIE
OKLAHOMA CITY NATIONAL MEMORIAL & MUSEUM OKLAHOMA CITY
APRIL 15-17
APRIL 29
CIVIC CENTER MUSIC HALL OKLAHOMA CITY
DOWNTOWN OKLAHOMA CITY
APRIL 16-17
IRON THISTLE SCOTTISH FESTIVAL
HAIRSPRAY
OKC BALLET: PETER PAN
STILLWATER ARTS FESTIVAL DOWNTOWN STILLWATER
APRIL 19
OKLAHOMA CITY MEMORIAL MARATHON
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KIRKPATRICK FAMILY FARM YUKON
APRIL 29 – MAY 1
DOWNTOWN EDMOND ARTS FESTIVAL
DAY OF REMEMBRANCE
NORTH OF BROADWAY & 2ND STREET EDMOND
OKLAHOMA CITY NATIONAL MEMORIAL OKLAHOMA CITY
CELEBRITY ATTRACTIONS: BLUE MAN GROUP
APRIL 19-24 FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS BICENTENNIAL PARK OKLAHOMA CITY
APRIL 21-23
CIVIC CENTER MUSIC HALL OKLAHOMA CITY
APRIL 30
89ER DAY PARADE HISTORIC DOWNTOWN MAIN STREET NORMAN
NORMAN MUSIC FESTIVAL MAIN STREET NORMAN
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