Kansas City Food Memories

Jasper Mirabile & Jim Eddy both helped turn this show into something none of us could imagine. Jim was not able to make in studio, but Thank You Jim & Jasper. We talk about what we all working together have stumbled upon and its importance

One of many legends of KC BBQ, among other things was one of the original competitors of the Great Lenexa BBQ. Paul share many stories and tips for BBQ enthusiasts.

Bill Crooks, the "B" of the PB&J Restaurants joins us with great stories & food history. He started as bartender in college & has worked with enough of the Greats to become one himself.

This is all calls from listeners with their favorite Christmas & Holiday memories at old KC Restaurants.

Today, I visit with another Kansas City food legend, Paul Khoury. Some of the places that have felt his impact were Annie's Santa Fe, Plaza III Steak, Paradise Diner, Ya Ya's Euro Bistro and more.

Jordan Kraft, one of the owners of several River Quay joints including Dinkledorf's Deli & Cindy's Bedspread shares stories from back in the day. As he says, they were just a bunch of kids having fun, opening bars & restaurants back in the 70's

Robert Duensing is joined by Ron Regan, whose family owned several restaurants, include Regans Riverboat, Whisker Rivey's and Sunset Grill.

Food & entertainment go hand in hand in the history of Kansas City and fond memories. Earlier we had Marilyn Maye, then Ian Byrne and now the lead singer from the Rainmakers. Bob showed up with his guitar and sang an original song about one of my previous guests. Next time I will be ready and also livestream the video. Live & Learn

Today Robert Duensing takes a deep dive into the legendary Gilbert Robinson Restaurants. My guests are led by Ken Hill, former president, his son Mike, Bill Latimer & Rob Baker. They share stories about Annie's Santa Fe, the Bristol, Houlihan's Old Place and more. This will obviously lead to more shows and more rabbit holes about the restaurant scene in KC.

Where to go eat for your Birthday Dinner is big deal in our house! Today we ask the question, Where Did You Love to Go for Your Birthday? Note, this is a recording of a live show, so do NOT call in when prompted. Enjoy!

Local weather personality and early morning talk show host is a perfect example of why KC is such a friendly and wonderful community. Always ready with a kind word or story and ready to make you smile.

Doug Frost and Jasper Mirabile join Robert Duensing to discuss the lasting legacy of Gus Riedi and La Bonne Auberge. Besides being the first French restaurant in KC, he has also mentored many while sharing his ways.

We set a new record for number of calls with favorite memories of restaurants. Cherrie & Robert Duensing heard many stories including a couple with be a theme for future shows.

This was an eye opening discussion with Susan Fielder, daughter of one of the founders of SMAKS, an iconic hamburger chain from Kansas City. This show goes back to the 1950's to early 60's. This is just one perspective of an obviously complicated family business. Hear about the Elephant and ties to pre-Gilbert/Robinson. There is history, with dates, names and facts, then there are the stories and...

Thus begins our journey to learn & share stories about the legendary Gilbert Robinson Restaurants. They not only played a huge role in the KC restaurant scene, but changed the way restaurants were run everywhere. Richard McPeak was one of the early culinary directors of GR and their first chef trainer. This is just the first of many programs that we will be having. Be sure to subscribe and tel...

Robert Duensing sits down with Doug Frost, Certified Master of Wine and Certified Sommelier to talk about old memories and wine.

Host Robert Duensing is joined by long time KC restauranteur Jim Eddy and his good friend, Jamie Farr. Both are such wonderful people that see the positives in life and quick to recall stories that will put a smile on your face. This is one that bring back many memories of the Good Old Days.

This week, the radio show was pre-empted my MY Football, so we went with Plan B. This was our first attempt at live streaming on Facebook Live. My special guest was Andrew Yates, the last producer for the Mike Murphy Show, While this was not totally about food, if you want to know about KC, you have to know about the legendary Mike Murphy.

Robert Duensing sits with Jerry Anselmo to share stories about St. Louis restaurants, including the Hill, Kansas City and the Brian Anselmo Memorial Foundation.

Today's show is about Romanelli's Grill that used to be on Wornall. Their catch phrase back in the day was, "Here in the Hell is Romanelli's?" Joe Mac Cabe shares stories about the place they called the Cheers in Waldo.

Robert Duensing has an interesting conversation with nationally recognized Chef, Colby Garrelts. After mastering his craft in the real world, he came back to Kansas City to open his own restaurants.

Today, Robert sits down with Thaddeus Stephenson of the famed & iconic Stephenson's Restaurant. Even though it has been gone for about 15 years, it is still remembered and treasured by thousands. This clearly in the top 3 most missed restaurants brought up during the show.

Today we get to hear some memories from Duane Daugherty including old favorites and a few gems from service stars from Knuckle Heads.

We get a sampling of the many stories from George Guastello, President & CEO of KC Union Station. As a lifelong resident of KC George has a lot of stories to share!

This is another flashback with a frequent guest of Mike Murphy, back in the day. Roger remembers many of the old restaurants in Kansas City.