Every TV show that features a slice of Americana often serves it up in the form of a diner or small country café. Usually with a side of apple pie. However, the on-screen version of a perfect small-town American Cafe is often a whole lot harder to find than one might expect.
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New Restaurant Gives Country Food A Globe-Trotting Glow Up
Some silly people may say you can’t go home again. However, that definitely doesn’t apply if you plan on opening a restaurant designed to knock the culinary socks off the entire county. Which is precisely what Frontenac Friends Kelley (Terlip) and her husband Mike Gingras have done with their brand new restaurant Bushel & a Peck .
Local church known for chicken, noodles, and love
This church goes back to what a church was at first in this country. A gathering place of support and love for the community. Instead of promising free tickets to heaven for donations you’ll find a group of people mixing, rolling, and cutting, homemade noodles. It’s the kind of place that you feel good going into.
We’re a little different than the rest of Kansas
For those who have never been to Crawford County, the 2022 Big Kansas Road Trip was an opportunity to see firsthand why our corner of the state is a little different than the rest of Kansas.
Grab and go or stop at a market when your time is limited
Black Dogs Farm Inspired to move from the suburbs to save bees. They also rescue dogs, shear sheep, sell free range eggs, lamb, artistic woolen garments & honey. Location: 351 230th St, Garland, KS 66741Phone: 620-223-2702Website: BlackDogsFarm.netSocial: Facebook.com/BlackDogsFarmOfKansasEmail: blackdogsfarm12@gmail.com Celebrations By Lori Open since 2000, this family-owned bakery in the […]
Top boutiques in the Pittsburg area
Locally-owned boutiques and gift shops have everything from trendy apparel and vintage collectibles, to beautiful vintage furniture and decor. Embellish Boutique Full of unique gifts for any occasion from weddings to baby showers, including clothing, jewelry, home decor and gift items. Also offers classes. Location: 123 N Broadway St, Pittsburg, […]
Four antiques & vintage shops in the Pittsburg area you can’t miss
Paradise Mall Antiques, Furniture & More With 10,000+ square feet, this is the largest antique and collectibles store in Southeast Kansas. Frequently voted the #1 Antique and collectible store in Crawford County. Location: 105 S Broadway St, Pittsburg, KS 66762Phone: 620-232-6956Social: Facebook.com/ParadiseMall1 Past Time Antiques, Collectibles & Flea Market Where […]
Art, Honor & More in Southeast Kansas
I was amazed by the variety of art, artists and fun dining options in Southeast Kansas. I saw murals, sculptures, a veteran’s wall and beautiful jewelry.
Italian Bread: A Crawford County Flavor of Life
While Crawford County may be known nationally for its tasty fried chicken, another food could be even more popular in the area.
Home to six of the oldest chicken houses in Kansas
Since the 1930’s travelers have asked why fried chicken is so popular in the area. It’s a story about a delicious, inexpensive family meal, and survival.

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