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Development

Renderings Released of a Royals Ballpark in Washington Square Park

A team of local developers released a vision of what a Royals ballpark could look like in Washington Square Park in the Crossroads district.

• This is the One: The team consisted of 3D Developments, BNIM Architects, Cushman & Wakefield, Withers Brant, and Highline Partners. The findings were extremely favorable for the site, highlighted by the proximity to large-scale attractions (Union Station, Crown Center, Liberty Memorial) and ZERO business displacements.

• Come Fly With Me: Not only would the ballpark improve upon the already-thriving area, but it would also provide incredible views of Kansas City. Left and center fields would offer expansive views of the skyline and a perfect view of the iconic Western Auto sign.

The Royals’ current lease at the Truman Sports Complex expires in 2031. Take a look at this flyover rendering of the Washington Square Park site.

Opening

A New Taco Spot is Now Open on State Line Road

Tako Tako is now serving up authentic Sonoran cuisine at 8025 State Line Road.

• Tacos at Tako: Owners Richard Torres Jr., Kay Almanza, and Michael Kimble opened Tako Tako in the former T. Loft space just last week. They’ve partnered with James Beard-winning Yoli Tortilleria as a vendor, which supplies their Sonoran-style tortillas.

• Sonoran Style: The menu is simple: street TAKo’s, quesadillas, tostadas, and burritos. On special occasions, they will serve Sonoran-style hot dogs, which are often bacon-wrapped and topped with beans, salsa, onions, and sauces.

Tako Tako is open Monday through Saturday from 10:30 am - 9 pm.

Food and Drink

Bluestem Restaurant Returns For a One-Night-Only Dinner This October

James Beard award-winning chefs Megan and Colby Garrelts will be bringing back a Kansas City fine dining institution for one night only this fall. 

• Return of the Stem: The Garrelts operated Bluestem in Westport from 2004-2020, when challenges from the pandemic pushed them to close. On October 28th, Bluestem will return for a special pop-up dinner at Rye on the Plaza.

• World Class: The six-course dinner will feature Burgundian wine pairings from Domaine Clos De La Chapelle. The menu will consist of dishes such as Bay Scallop á la Grecque, Duck Cappelletti, Elysian Fields Lamb, and more.

Tickets for the limited-seating event can be found HERE. 

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In Other News…

• 🧵 See you at the Market: Get ready for Hallmarket, a FREE, family-friendly, creative event showcasing the artistic talents of current Hallmark employees and retirees on September 14th at Crown Center Square.*

• 🏈 Kick Off: The Chiefs and Ravens kick off the 2024 NFL season on Thursday, September 5th at Arrowhead. Want to go? Tickets start around $230 (as of now).

• 🗳️ Voted Down: Jackson County legislators recently voted down a proposed ¼ cent Chiefs-only sales tax that would be used to fund a new Chiefs stadium.

• 🍪 Cookies Direct: Texas-based Tiff’s Treats, which delivers warm cookies to your doorstep, is now delivering treats across the Kansas City metro.

• 🐷 That’s a Big Sandwich: Love pork tenderloins? Christine’s Firehouse in NKC is a hidden gem serving up some of the best (and biggest) pork tenderloins in the metro.

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