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For Immediate Release: December 22, 2006You can't leave without tasting the city's legendary signature foodContact: Laren Mahoney , 816-691-3851 • Alan Carr, 816-691-3829
Barbecue gained popularity in Kansas City in the 1920s and hasn't slowed down since. The secret to Kansas City-style barbecue is that it's slow smoked for up to 18 hours, usually over hickory. Today, the city's signature food is served up at more than 100 barbecue establishments, each boasting its personal house specialty.
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Arthur Bryant's BarbecueBryant's made KC barbecue famous. Beer and soft drinks. Private dining: 50 ppl. >>816 231-1123Gates Bar-B-Q - DowntownFamily owned KC barbecue tradition, cafeteria style. Full bar. Major credit cards. >>816 483-3880Kansas City Barbeque SocietyWorld's largest association of barbeque and grilling enthusiasts. Specializing in BB>>816 765-5891
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