We profile a few such leaders in our new Oklahoma’s Most Influential People spotlight, a two-part series running in July and August.By Gretchen Eichenberg & Kimberly Burk
Chuck Hoskin Jr.
Principal Chief, Cherokee Nation
Representing the largest Native American tribe in the country with nearly half a million people, Chuck Hoskin Jr., Principal Chief of the Cherokee Nation, has his priorities and...
Sometimes a restaurant is the fulfillment of a lifetime dream. You can usually tell when this is the case. Every dish is lavished with years of thought and care, every detail planned, flavors pop as you taste food that’s been years in the planning. And so it is with Daigoro.
Phillip Phillips, said restaurant’s owner, grew up in Cleveland and...
The heat of a stove and the sizzle of a grill scare most little kids away from the kitchen. John Conway was the opposite.
“My first memories are cooking with my mom and grandmother,” says Conway. “I was frying chicken at a very early age.”
And while other kids were busy watching cartoons on Saturday mornings, Conway preferred Emeril Live.
“It was...
Family-owned Café Sol in OKC brings Latin flavors front and center. Fresh, home-style cooking is the name of the game, with a fast-casual dining atmosphere and plenty of vibrant cuisine choices to enjoy.
Start with classic apps like queso, tostadas, chicken tortilla soup or loaded fries, complete with carne asada, queso, sour cream, guacamole and pico de gallo. Taco plates...
Nestled within the Farm Shopping Center in Tulsa, hidden gem OISHI Sushi and Ramen offers cozy ambiance, delicious and varied plates, plus plenty of bang for your buck.
Kick off with egg rolls, edamame, miso soup, fried egg or tempura. Then, venture to the plethora of signature rolls at OISHI. Just a few of the stand-outs include the Happy Roll,...
If you’re looking to shed a few pounds as we round out the summertime months, Ediblend Superfood Cafe in Tulsa will be an excellent partner on your clean eating journey.
For hearty fare, try one of many bowls at Ediblend. Options range from the Rise and Shine, with overnight oats, almond milk, maple syrup and granola to the Tropical acai...
Perfect for a rooftop dinner, watching the game or a laid-back date night, The Hall’s Pizza Kitchen is an OKC staple. Start with burrata, bacon jam and pimento, or the Greek, with roasted red pepper, kalamata olives, feta, tomato, cucumber and artichoke dressed in oregano lemon vinaigrette with hummus and flatbread.
As its name suggests, pizza is the star on...
With a menu to satisfy virtually any palette, Misfit Kitchen in downtown Tulsa is somewhat of a hidden gem joint you’ve gotta try.
The beauty of Misfit is that you’ll be able to find the food you’re in the mood for – no matter its genre. For example, appetizer range from high-end steak crostini bites to loaded fries and Misfit...
For a hearty and nutrious meal that supports local, venture to OKC’s 30th Street Market. An artistan bakery, coffee shop, sandwhich shop and market, 30th Street is also a dog-friendly hotspot perfect for breakfast, brunch or lunch.
Cafe items include a bevy of sandwiches, like the Italian, with salami, soppressata, genoa, provolone, olive tapenade, mixed greens and mayo on Ciabatta;...
While many of Oklahoma’s major performing arts companies are taking the summer off, there are still ample options for on-the-stage entertainment.
In Tulsa, head to the Tulsa Spotlight Theatre every Saturday in July for The Drunkard and the Olio, America’s longest-running play. If you prefer the casino, Hard Rock offers the comedic chops of Gabriel Iglesias on July 12, as...
