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May 2017 Newsletter  
Eat Well, Dine Local.

The Kansas City Originals Restaurants exists to promote dining in local independent area restaurants, to provide diners with a unique local flavor and to raise awareness of independent restaurants both locally and nationally.  

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The KC Originals reward our best guests by giving you the opportunity to purchase Web Certificates to member restaurants at a significant savings. These sales are incredibly popular, so don't forget to mark your calendars for future sales!

The Next Web Certificate Sale will be on 
Tuesday, July 18th at 10am CT
Featured Restaurant


Just about 3 years ago we profiled Michael Hall, then sous chef at Gaslight Grill and a few months later he was bumped up into the Executive Chef position. Seemed like we needed to catch up with him and see how being the top dog at one of area's classic steakhouse venues is working out for this creative and energetic culinary craftsman who learned it all "on the job." It appears he is doing just great - "more like excellent!"

There is a great deal going on at Gaslight Grill these days. The recent passing of owner Dick Hawk has left a void to be sure Chef Hall tells us; but "the staff has pulled together and has been doing a great job of making sure that the quality of the guest experience remains world class." He tells us that the commitment to the best steaks and seafood is unflagging and that since our last interview they have "beefed up" the steak program with offerings of Wagyu, dry-aged certified Angus, as well as "natural" [no antibiotics or hormones] steaks. In addition, they are also flying in seafood fresh [not frozen] direct from Hawaii every day. When you add to that the award-winning Happy Hour food and beverage program [435 Magazine 2016] and live Jazz 5 nights a week [Wed-Sun] it's understandable why they are such a popular venue in south Overland Park.

Featured Recipe
Serves 4

1 Cast Iron Skillet
4 Escargot Dishes
24 - ¾ oz. Tenderloin Cubes
4 oz. Demi Glaze
4 oz. Unsalted Butter
2 tsp. Minced Garlic
1 Tbsp. Parsley
Salt & Pepper to taste
1½ c. Parmesan cheese
Toasted bread of your choice
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To see cooking instructions click here:  Full Recipe
DOUBLE POINTS

 

Every Tuesday earn double points when you dine at any of the Kansas City Originals participating restaurants!    

 
Upcoming Events 
Mother's Day Lunch - Sunday May 14th from 11am - 2pm 
Mother's day Rodizio - 13 cuts of meat, enjoy our delicious grilled Leg of Lamb, Ham & Pineapple, Bacon wrapped Turkey, Spicy Chicken Thighs, and Picanha, just to name a few.
Our 30+ item Gourmet Hot & Cold Bar will have our Shrimp Scampi Pasta, Sushi, our Famous Mashed Potatoes, Brazilian Stroganoff and much more!  $29.95 per person, Children 5 and under $5.00, Children 6-10 years $13.95.   Not valid with any other offers, discounts or promotions , Online Deal Certificate, Groupon, Passport, Media Trade or donated certificates.

Cinco de Marina with Kim and the Gas Men - May 5th 
Come celebrate Cinco de Mayo at The Marina Grog and Galley. Specials in the bar and cocktail decks start at 4:00. We also have a terrific South of the Border menu from 5:30 on in the bar and Kim and the Gas Men will entertain you from 8-11pm! What a fun night!

Outside Dining available soon! - Beginning May 12th 
Fridays and Saturdays beginning May 12th outside dining will be available! (weather permitting) We are as excited as your are to be able to served dinner outside for the summer! Call 816-578-5511 to make your dinner reservation!

Mother's Day Celebration - May 14th from 11am - 8pm
Give mom a well earned day off work! Treat her to lunch or dinner at The Marina Grog and Galley. We have our full menu available throughout the day and evening as well. Let her relax and enjoy the lake with us! Call early for your reservation! 816-578-5511

Mother's Day Brunch Buffet - May 14th from 10am - 3pm 
Reservations 816-505-3200

Tasting on the Terrace Wine Event - Sunday, May 21st from 2pm - 5pm
Sample over 25 wines, savor heavy hors d'oeuvres and enjoy live music. 
Tickets: https://tmtastingontheterrace.eventbrite.com

Live Music in The Lounge at Trezo - Wednesdays from 6pm - 9pm
Every Wednesday with Jayson Kane

First Thursday Every Month from 6pm - 9pm
Erica McKenzie performs 1st Thursday of Each Month 6pm - 9pm at Trezo Maré more info .

Save up to 50% with Tastable Reservations at V's
Save up to 50% on your next reservation at V's Italiano. Visit VsRestaurant.com/tastable for full details and to make your reservation today!  more info .
Weekly Specials
Don't Forget You Earn Double Points 
EVERY TUESDAY - ALL DAY!
Earn double points with your KCO Rewards card while you enjoy a Great Meal!

All Day Happy Hour - Every Monday 
Enjoy our Happy Hour Menu All Day Every Monday!  more info.

1/2 Price Wine - Every Tuesday
Enjoy our regular wine list at 1/2 price, by the bottle or by the glass. All wines priced $50 and under.  more info.

$5 Martini Madness - Every Wednesday
Enjoy a selection of Martini's for $5 Each All Day!  more info.

1/2 Price Drafts - Every Thursday
Enjoy 1/2 Price Draft Beer All Day Every Thursday at Cafe Trio. more info.

Cafe Verona
Half Price Wine Night - Wednesdays
Every Wednesday enjoy the same great wines for half the price, by glass or bottle!  more info.

WINE WEDNESDAYS! - 4pm - 9:30pm
Buy any bottle of wine and get the 2nd of equal or lessor value FREE!

Mengel Brothers Duo - Every Sunday from 5pm - 9pm
Mengel Brothers Duo consists of two brothers who are among the top Classical musicians in the Kansas City, Missouri area and both appear as members of many local community orchestras.
 
Em Chamas Brazilian Grill
Every Thursday Cigar Night in our Inferno Lounge
Live music starting at 6 pm. Full Rodizio All Night $26.95 (Normally $36.95) or half price small plates all night from our Inferno Lounge Menu with the purchase of a beverage. 
Plus Happy Hour Drinks 4:30 pm ~ 7:30 pm. and 25% off all single malt scotch, barrel bourbons, cognacs, ports and craft beers.  In addition to all this great food and beverage ALL gentleman will receive a FREE Outlaw Cigar with the purchase of the full Rodizio dinner.  ***Not valid with any other offer, promotions or discounts. Must show text or email to server. Valid in Inferno Lounge only.

First Hour Feast $26.95 per person with the purchase of a beverage.
**Not valid with any other offers, promotions or discounts. (Normally $36.95)
***Must make reservations! Please show text or email to server.

Smoked Prime Rib Dinner with 2 sides and a drink- Every Friday from 5 pm - 9pm
12 oz $19.95, 14 oz $22.95, 16oz $25.95. Don't forget our version of the Ruben, The Irish Hawg! Smoked corned beef, smoked sausage, spicy sauerkraut, swiss cheese, thousand island on toasted marble rye.

Prime Rib & Wine Lovers Sundays
Enjoy $4 Off 12oz & 16oz Prime Rib, and 25% Off All Bottles of Wine!

Sunday Brunch at Hereford House - SHAWNEE from 10am - 1pm
Join us for Brunch every Sunday from 10am - 1pm at Hereford House - Shawnee!

Country Fried Mondays 
Enjoy our Country Fried Chicken with Mashed Potatoes $9 or Country Fried Steak with mashed potatoes $12. *Some exclusions may apply, see store for details.

Wine Lovers Wednesdays! 
Enjoy 25% Off All Bottles of Wine! ask your server for details.

Happy Hour -  Tuesday - Sunday from  4:30pm -6pm 
All new bar and cocktail deck happy hour menu! $11 Marina Burger, Fish Tacos, Seafood Nachos or Fish and Chips 

Tuesday Specials from 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Half price appetizers in the bar & cocktail deck (selected options).

Wednesday Specials from 5:30pm - 8pm 
Originated in 1993 wine lovers night is back over 120 bottles of wine at half price.

Thursday Specials from 5:30pm - 8pm
Half price beer & duck wings $1 each in the bar & cocktail deck.

Friday Specials from 4pm - 5pm
Half price well drinks in the bar & cocktail decks.

Saturday Specials from 4pm - 5pm
Half price well drinks in the bar & cocktail decks.

Sunday Specials from 4pm - 5pm
Half price well drinks in the bar & cocktail decks.

Located in The Village at Briarcliff

Happy Hour All Night - Mondays 3pm - Close, Tuesday - Friday 3pm - 6pm & 9pm - close.
Enjoy reduced priced drinks and delicious food. Make a meal out of it. more info.

Brunch Saturdays and Sundays from 11-3pm
Traditional to unique menu items every Saturday & Sunday from 11-3pm

Wednesdays with Jayson Kane from 6pm - 9pm
Jayson Kane performs interactive acoustic favorites from the '70s to current music. Every Wednesday in The Lounge. more info.
News & Updates:

Blanc Burgers
This location will no longer be participating in the KC Originals program.

Please contact Kansas City Originals if you have any questions, concerns or issues. 
Email: support@powercard.com
Phone: 877-229-7299
The Kansas City Original Gift Card


A single gift card accepted at all of the Kansas City Originals restaurants. The gift card can be purchased  online and over the phone (877-229-7299) and you choose the amount of your card (between $25 and $1000). The card can be used multiple times for your own dining, or as a gift. Your gift cards will be mailed via USPS within two (2) business days of receipt of payment.   

 

 

*Gift Cards can also be purchased at Cafe Trio

 

eGift Card Option!

-Environment-friendly Email version of the plastic gift cards

-Unused portion of eGift remains assigned to printed 9-digit number for reuse.

 

Click Here to check the balance on your Originals Gift Card.
Kansas City Originals Rewards Card

 

* Each time you dine at any of our restaurants, you accumulate points for each dollar you spend
* 150 points = $10 reward for use at any Kansas City Originals restaurant
* 500 max points per visit 
* $100 max value redeemed per visit per party & may not to exceed 50% of the bill

Carry just one card and enjoy the benefits at all of our great restaurants! 

 

How to Sign-Up for the Kansas City Originals Rewards Program:

Option 1:

Plastic Cards are free at any of our member establishments.

Click Here to see our list of restaurants and pick up your card

 today!

Option 2:

You can also sign-up for a rewards account using your phone number only by clicking here.
Kansas City Originals Restaurants

 

Click here for a list of participating restaurants. 

Click here for a Google map of our restaurants. 
Notes:

-Reward Values are stored on your rewards card (like a gift card). You must request that your reward be taken from your card when you are ready to redeem. Only registered cards are eligible for redeeming points.


-Did you know that you can check your point balances on line? To sign in to your account and view your transactions, click here:  Member Sign In

 

-Frequently Asked Questions  Click here 
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