Three OKC finalists named for 2025 James Beard Awards
Three chefs and restaurants from the Oklahoma City area were named finalists for the 2025 James Beard Awards, one of the highest honors in the restaurant industry.
Three chefs and restaurants from the Oklahoma City area were named finalists for the 2025 James Beard Awards, one of the highest honors in the restaurant industry.
Innovating Commerce Serving Communities (ICSC), a global trade organization for the marketplace industry, recently hosted its ICSC Local Oklahoma event designed to foster networking and information sharing among local professionals.
The Oklahoma City Minor League Baseball team is approaching its 27th year at the Chickasaw Bricktown Ballpark. However, the team will enter the 2025 season under a complete rebranding. With deep connections to the history of Oklahoma City, the team will now be recognized as the Oklahoma City Comets.
Ten Buck Lunch Week returns to Midtown for its third year, with 20 restaurants in the district offering $10 lunch specials from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. throughout the week of February 24-28.
The James Beard Foundation, known for its prestigious awards that celebrate culinary excellence and innovation, has announced its 2025 semifinalists. The Foundation recognizes the individuals and establishments shaping America’s food culture, and this year, six chefs and restaurant groups from Oklahoma City have earned spots on the list, showcasing the city’s growing food scene.
Oklahoma City’s Western heritage remains a strong influence, with cowboy culture visible in events, museums, and the Stockyards City district. While staying true to its roots, the city is becoming more cosmopolitan, thanks to a growing dining and entertainment scene.
Oklahoma City's culinary scene has become more vibrant with the grand opening of Fogo de Chão, an upscale Brazilian steakhouse renowned for its hand-carved meats and seasonal market table. The new restaurant, located on Pennsylvania Avenue in Memorial Square, spans 8,439 square feet and includes outdoor and enclosed patio areas, along with a dry-aged meat locker for in-house aging.
Oklahoma City’s springtime tradition makes its return to downtown Oklahoma City’s Bicentennial Park April 25—28. The Festival of the Arts features 144 artists from across the country, a variety of delectable cuisines and entertainment from local performers.