In a state known for its wheatfields and sunflowers, the beef that comes out of Kansas often goes unnoticed. According to the , Kansas has roughly 6 million cattle, which is about double the state's population of just under 3 million, meaning that you can count 2 cattle

This open love letter is not of my usual nature and is my sauciest writing to date. Folks, I am in love with sweet, smoky, and unbelievably tender Kansas barbeque. I realize this love affair is shared with many, and rightfully so. Kansas is home to some of the best barbecue in the world. Naturally,

Planning a trip to Northeast Kansas? Bring your appetite! This region is a haven for food lovers, offering everything from world-famous barbecue to Caribbean cuisine and farm-to-table delights. Whether you're stopping by for a bite or planning a foodie road trip, here are the must-visit restaurants

Follow the smoke. You’ll find the fire. It’s our hearts blazing with devotion for what makes life good. Saucy zeal for smoked local flavor. Endless support of our teams. Remembrance of momentous clashes that changed our nation forever. Rolling landscapes and glacier-made hills that are the

Barbecue | Doughnuts | Farm-to-table | Fried chicken. While those items have recently topped foodies’ trend charts, Kansas has been nailing these hot culinary categories for decades. Here’s a sampling of the state’s best eats in each of these areas.

The Barbecue Meccas of Kansas City and Wichita