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Eat Around The Globe In Springfield, Missouri

Springfield has become a great melting pot when it comes to cuisine from all over the globe. Take a trip around the world at area restaurants and food trucks that cook up delicious international dishes right here in the Ozarks. Asian Cuisine Cashew Chicken at Leong's Asian Diner For American-style…

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Tasty Bakeries To Try In Southwest Missouri

There is nothing like walking into a bakery and being welcomed by the aroma of fresh baked bread or seeing a glass case filled with pastries. Here in southwest, Missouri, we’re lucky enough to have so many great locally-owned bakeries, it’s hard not to visit one every day of the week. Here’s a…

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Great Barbecue You Have To Try In Southwest Missouri

Southwest Missouri has quite the collection of barbecue restaurants, each offering a unique take on the classic meal from Texas and St. Louis styles to Memphis and Kansas City barbecue. Springfield and the surrounding area have a barbecue style for everyone to get that finger-licking, sauce-covered…

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These Were @417Foodist's Must-Try Restaurant Picks Of 2022

As a food blogger, I visit many restaurants in my spare time. When I go out to eat, I like to try and visit someplace I haven’t been before, but there’s always an exception to the rule. These were some of my top eating establishments in 2022 that I’ll be eating at again and again! Therefore, Pizza…

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11 Bars & Restaurants Perfect For Cocktail Hour

Invite the friends and head out on the town for a drink. The Golden Girl Rum Club 137 Park Central Square, Springfield Picture a tiki-bar atmosphere where rum-based drinks rule, but there’s also homemade pizza, spiced-up tater tots, tacos and a DJ that often pops up for some late-night tunes to go…

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These Restaurants Are Coming To Springfield In 2023

With the new year comes new beginnings from some of our well-known business owners in Springfield. These are some of the new restaurants and businesses opening this year. Trailer Perk Coffee Known for its brightly colored coffee trailer, Trailer Perk Coffee is shifting over to a brick-and-mortar…

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6 New Winter Menu Items To Try

New winter menu items are starting to pop up all over the Ozarks. Everything from sweet treats and savory goodies to must-try coffee and eggnog-infused dishes. Throw on those coats and gloves, and head out into the Ozarks to try some mouthwatering delicacies at locally owned establishments. Kingdom…

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Must-Try Restaurants In Branson, Missouri

The food scene in Branson has been booming. Every time I make a trip down, there’s always a new place to try, or even a tasty joint that has been around for a while and I have yet to visit. Next time you find yourself heading down to do some shopping on the Landing, or the outlet malls, these are…

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