Restaurants Struggle During Pandemic | Kansas City Architecture

By Steve Kraske,

Luke X. Martin, Mackenzie Martin, Elizabeth Ruiz

Published June 10, 2020 at 3:12 PM CDT

Buildings and people on the sidewalk, North KC downtown_kcur_caroline kull.jpg — "We really have a lot of character," said Brad Wolf, Kansas City's historic preservation officer, of the city's buildings and neighborhoods.

Segment 1, beginning at 4:26: Restaurant owners face hurdles as they reopen under coronavirus restrictions.

Kansas City restaurant owners tell how reduced operating capacity and little government guidance makes safely reopening a challenge.

Zaid Consuegra, partner and executive chef, Pirate’s Bone Burgers
Ted Habiger, co-owner and chef, Room 39

Segment 2, beginning at 36:58: Kansas City's historic preservation officer answers questions about the history of Kansas City neighborhoods.

The coronavirus has spurred more people to head outside, and some are observing previously-overlooked details of Kansas City's boulevards and buildings.

Brad Wolf, historic preservation officer, Kansas City, Missouri

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Steve Kraske

When I host Up To Date each morning at 9, my aim is to engage the community in conversations about the Kansas City area’s challenges, hopes and opportunities. I try to ask the questions that listeners want answered about the day’s most pressing issues and provide a place for residents to engage directly with newsmakers. Reach me at steve@kcur.org or on Twitter @stevekraske.

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Luke X. Martin

As culture editor, I help you embrace what makes Kansas City fun and vibrant, whether it’s a championship sports franchise or a little-known wonder. I work with reporters to ensure KCUR stories on art, culture, and race fully reflect our diverse home so readers and listeners can take full advantage of what the metro has to offer. Email me at luke@kcur.org.

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Mackenzie Martin

As senior podcast producer for KCUR Studios and a host of A People’s History of Kansas City, I interview everyday people and dig through old newspaper articles to unearth stories of the visionaries and renegades who created this region. I focus on bringing the past to life, so we can all better understand the city we live in today. Email me at mackenzie@kcur.org.

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Elizabeth Ruiz

When you listen to Up To Date, I want you to understand decisions being made in the city, feel inspired by community members, and empathize with people who've had different experiences. As an Up To Date producer, I connect you to the news through conversations with community members and elected officials. Contact me at elizabeth@kcur.org or on Twitter at @er_bentley_ruiz.

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