Lifestyle • Restaurants • April 14, 2023

Healthy Eating in Cape Girardeau County

by Ellen Kirchdoerfer

Eating healthy doesn’t have to mean sacrificing flavor or satisfaction. In Cape Girardeau County, Missouri, health-conscious diners can find an array of locations that serve up delicious and nutritious foods that will tantalize their taste buds. Let’s dive into some of the top locations for healthy eating in Cape Girardeau County.

Healthy Eating in Cape Girardeau County

Cape Girardeau Missouri

SuperFresh Kitchens – On the go? No problem; healthy eating options are available. Stop by SuperFresh Kitchens in Cape Girardeau to pick up a salad, rice bowl, meal bar, or soup. These locally sourced fresh foods can be enjoyed individually or bundled for a full day on-the-fly. Their knowledgeable staff will help you decide which options are best for your individual needs. A busy schedule does not have to sacrifice healthy eating. Stop by SuperFresh Kitchens today and find out why this will become your favorite stop on those busy days.
Fresh Café – Fresh Cafe is a popular eatery located in Cape Girardeau, Missouri, known for its healthy and delicious menu options. They focus on using fresh, locally-sourced ingredients for a variety of wholesome meal choices. They cater to different dietary preferences and restrictions, including vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options. The cafe also offers freshly made smoothies, juices, and coffee drinks, providing a refreshing and energizing experience for diners. With a cozy and inviting atmosphere, Fresh Cafe is a go-to spot for health-conscious individuals looking for tasty and nutritious meals in Cape Girardeau, MO.

Jackson Missouri

Vitality Market – Vitality Market is a health-focused grocery store located in Jackson, Missouri that also carries grab-and-go healthy meal options. They offer a wide range of natural and organic products to help customers make informed and conscious choices for their well-being. From fresh produce and bulk foods to vitamins, supplements, and natural beauty products, Vitality Market provides a diverse selection of high-quality, wholesome options for those seeking a healthier lifestyle. Their knowledgeable and friendly staff are available to provide guidance and answer questions about healthy living and nutrition.
Pulse Nutrition – Pulse Nutrition is a nutrition-focused location in Jackson, Missouri. Offering meal prepping, grab-and-go meals as well as shakes and smoothies they help customers achieve their fitness and wellness goals with a wide range of health products to support optimal nutrition and performance. Their knowledgeable staff is trained to provide personalized recommendations and guidance, making it easier for customers to find the right products for their individual needs. Pulse Nutrition offers a convenient and reliable source for all your nutrition needs.

Try these healthy food options and treat yourself to a wholesome and satisfying dining meal that nourishes your body and delights your taste buds.

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Lifestyle • Outdoors • March 6, 2023

Wineries In and Around Cape County

by Ellen Kirchdoerfer

Looking for a place to kick back for the afternoon or enjoy some tunes with friends? Check out these wineries in and around Cape County for a relaxing weekend break.

“A bottle of wine begs to be shared; I have never met a miserly wine lover.”
– Clifton Fadiman

Wineries In and Around Cape County

With their warm and welcoming atmosphere and delicious wines, these wineries are a must-visit destination for any wine lover in and around the Cape County area.

Apple Creek Vineyard and Winery

Apple Creek Vineyard and Winery is a family-owned and operated winery located in Cape Girardeau County, Missouri. The winery sits on the picturesque banks of Apple Creek where the property includes a vineyard, tasting room, and event space. They produce a variety of wines, including red, white, and fruit wines, using grapes sourced from Missouri and other regions. The tasting room offers snacks and small bites to pair with the wines and Apple Creek Vineyard and Winery hosts regular events, including live music and food and wine pairings, making it a great place to spend an afternoon or evening with friends and family. Apple Creek is very well-known for its Friday Steak nights with hand-cut ribeyes and a few other mouth-watering dining options.

Hemman Winery

Hemman Winery is a charming family-owned winery located in Brazeau, Missouri. Situated in southern Perry County, the winery offers stunning views of the surrounding rolling hills and countryside. Hemman Winery is known for producing high-quality, handcrafted wines using traditional winemaking techniques, focusing on locally grown grapes. Visitors to the winery can enjoy a tasting of the winery’s award-winning wines and simply relax with a glass of wine on the spacious outdoor patio. Plan to attend their special events throughout the year including fall grape stomping and the Brazeau Old Fashion Christmas Walk in December.

River Ridge Winery

River Ridge Winery is a charming winery nestled in Commerce, Missouri. You will enjoy the beautiful drive to River Ridge. The Winery produces a wide range of wines, including red, white, and fruit wines, using locally grown grapes. Visitors can enjoy tasting the winery’s offerings from the outdoor patio while enjoying the live entertainment or the Fermentation Cafe also offers a light menu and small bites to pair with the wines. River Ridge Winery hosts regular events, including live music and food and wine pairings, making it a popular destination for locals and tourists alike. Choose from a variety of gifts at the Yule Log cabin is open from September to December.

Alto Vineyards

Alto Vineyards is a family-owned and operated winery located in the rolling hills of southern Illinois. Founded in 1985, the winery has been producing high-quality wines using locally grown grapes for over three decades. The vineyard features a variety of grape varietals, including Chambourcin, Vidal Blanc, and Norton. The winery also hosts regular events, including live music and food and wine pairings, making it a popular destination for locals and tourists alike.

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Restaurants • February 9, 2022

Best Pizza in Cape County

by Ellen Kirchdoerfer

Pizza is a great food choice for many occasions whether it is game day or a quick family gathering. We are fortunate to have several delicious choices for the best pizza in Cape County!

When our children were younger, we celebrated each Friday evening with Pizza Night. Our children always looked forward to this night as a time of good food, games, and tv. A chance to relax and enjoy being together without any outside stress. That is until one of the kids spilled marinara sauce across the family room carpet. Fortunately, it all cleaned up well and the pizza nights continued.

What is your favorite way to enjoy pizza with family and friends?

Best Pizza in Cape County

Everyone has their own favorite pizza restaurant. One with just the right seasoning, crust, or cheese. Here’s where you can find some of the best pizza in Cape County.

TJ’s Burgers, Wings & Pizza – The short drive to Fruitland is well worth the trip! TJ’s menu offers a variety of food options and pizza dishes you will love. There is a full menu of speciality pizzas to choose from, or build your own favorites.
Rosati’s – In Cape Girardeau’s Town Plaza, this is an easy location to get in and out to enjoy pizza, calzone and pasta. There is even a gluten-free crust option.
Pagliai’s Pizza & Pasta – Located near Southeast Missouri State University, Pagliai’s has been a crowd pleaser in Cape County for years. They have many tasty food combos to try and don’t forget to order Fitz’s soda to go with your favorite pizza.
Imo’s – Imo’s is another long time favorite in Cape County. Enjoy a pizza, sandwich or salad with family and friends. Their gooey Provel® cheese is a crowd pleaser!
Marco’s Pizza – A full variety of pizza flavors to try. Want to go crustless? Build your own pizza bowl and leave the crust behind.

Did we miss your favorite? Let us know where do you go for your favorite pizza in a comment below.

If you aren’t in the mood for pizza, that’s okay. Here are a few more dining options:

Restaurants • November 18, 2020

Cape Girardeau’s Best Italian Food

by Ellen Kirchdoerfer

Italian food is life. It makes me feel full and satisfied, and it’s all strangely nostalgic in the BEST way. Where is Cape Girardeau’s Best Italian Food?

Cape Girardeau is fortunate to have many excellent Italian Restaurants with authentic Italian food and each offers its own special features. You can choose from entertainment with your meal, a variety of beverage choices, and even cooking classes to learn how to craft your own Italian meal.

It’s, oh, so good!

Here is a list of spots to find some of Cape Girardeau’s best Italian food:

Bella Italia, 20 North Spanish, Cape Girardeau, MO
Mario and Angela’s Italian Cucina, 1740 Broadway Street, Cape Girardeau, MO
Gabriel’s Food + Wine, 127 North Main, Cape Girardeau, MO
Ciao Ristorante + Enoteca, 1650 North Kingshighway, Cape Girardeau, MO
Rosati’s Pizza, 2136 William Street, Cape Girardeau, MO
Olive Garden, 3259 William Street, Cape Girardeau, MO
Pagliai’s Pizza & Pasta, 1129 Broadway Street, Cape Girardeau, MO

Don’t let the pandemic scare you away from this wonderful food. Carry out and delivery are also an option. Make a point of enjoying some of Cape Girardeau’s best Italian food today!

Not in the mood for Italian? Here are some more options:

Restaurants • November 3, 2020

Best Steak House in Cape County

by Ellen Kirchdoerfer

Did I hear steak house? All you have to do is say steak and I’m usually sitting down to the table. Do you feel the same way?

A juicy steak cooked just right is seasoned to enhance the flavor to a point that you are not tempted to smother it in some bottled sauce.

Everyone has their own favorite place to eat steak. In Cape County, we are fortunate to have several restaurants from which to pick. Here’s a list of the top steakhouses to enjoy in Cape Girardeau MO, Jackson Mo, and Gordonville MO:

Gordonville Grill – Gordonville
Texas Roadhouse – Cape Girardeau
Tractors Classic American Grill – Jackson
36 Restaurant & Bar – Cape Girardeau
Outback Steakhouse – Cape Girardeau
Delmonicos Steak House – Jackson
Grecian Steak House – Cape Girardeau
Katy O’Ferrell’s Publick House – Cape Girardeau

Where do you go for that perfect cut?

If you aren’t in the mood for steak, that’s okay. Here are a few more dining options:

Restaurants • October 15, 2020

Cape Girardeau’s SuperFresh Kitchens

by Ellen Kirchdoerfer

You are what you eat! That’s why I paid a visit to Cape Girardeau’s SuperFresh Kitchens. I came here for a fresh salad and instantly became a fan.

I love this place so much because they have Grab & Go fast and healthy food options. They even have fresh dressings for those yummy salads instead of the pre-packaged stuff. That is just the beginning of the fresh food here.

Have you ever been here before? What was your favorite a SuperFresh Salad Lunch Bundle?

Restaurants • October 6, 2020

My Daddy’s Cheesecake

by Ellen Kirchdoerfer

Giving a very loud shout out to Cape Girardeau’s My Daddy’s Cheesecake today after experiencing their wonderful business!

I had heard a lot about this place, and it’s wonderful! I first fell in love with the Strawberry Angel Food Cake and still love it because of its fresh salads.

It can be difficult to find a good salad now as restaurants cut back on menu options. My Daddy’s is sure to provide a treat you will love!

Check out the full menu here. Click here.

Looking for a place to meet with your group? Check out their meeting room equipped to make it a success.

Who else goes here? What’s your fave special treat?

Thank you @mydaddyscheesecake!

Restaurants • September 23, 2020

Cape County’s Best Mexican Restaurants

by Ellen Kirchdoerfer

My granddaughter was born on Cinco Da Mayo. We find it interesting that Mexican food has always been her favorite.

Mexican food is so much more than tacos. Quesadillas , fajitas, carne asada, arroz con pollo…

My favorite Cape County Mexican restaurant is Don Carlos. I just love the friendly staff and quick-serve times. They also have outdoor dining, takeout and delivery available which is important to us right now.

Don Carlos also has two locations in Cape County (Cape Girardeau and Jackson) as well as a Chaffee restaurant to serve you.

But don’t take my word for it. Stop in or find your own go-to favorites.

Here’s a list of some other great Mexican restaurants in and around Cape County you just HAVE to try: El Acapulco, El Sol, El Tapatio, El Torero, and Muy Bueno.

That’s our list…How about yours? Leave a comment below of your favorite Cape Girardeau County Mexican Restaurant.