Premium ContentFor a new take on meat-free Lenten meals, try fresh pasta.

Premium ContentRenamed, refocused 7M Grill trades tiki bar flourishes for bistro style and global comfort food.

Many of America's liveliest food cities host “restaurant weeks” to encourage diners to try something new during seasonal lulls. At long last, Omaha is getting in on the action.

Also this week: A new burger spot. Chef changes at Marks. And a parade of Mardi Gras eats.

Premium ContentIf you're plotting an escape to someplace warm, Chris Griesfeller may be able to help you. He's the kitchen manager at Baja Grill, which opened Dec. 8 in the old Prima 140 space.

It's French for “smothered" and a nice alternative to gumbo for Mardi Gras.

The culinary winners of this year's VNA Art & Soup contest got a little fruity -- and shared their recipes with us. Open the story and find the recipes in the "related" links.

Premium ContentBenson landmark serves big flavorful meals with a mix of nostalgia and new energy.

New ethnic eateries. A new menu at Loft 610. Wild game at Pasta Amore. And more in this week's Dining Notes.

Ancient, alternative whole grains can open up a whole new world of flavor.

Simply named Vietnamese Restaurant in LaVista is a tasty tintype of its cousin on 72nd Street in Omaha.

A big week for two chefs and a master sommelier. New life in former Ted's. A flip-flop at Del Mare.

The Old Market sandwich shop adds itself to list of after-the-bars-close options.