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Lady struck, killed by car outdoors Lee’s Summit, Missouri resort

LEE’S SUMMIT, Mo. — Lee’s Summit, Missouri police are investigating after a girl was struck and killed by the driving force of a car outdoors a resort Wednesday night time.

Officers responded to the scene round 7:15 pm on the Fairfield Inn off NE Windsor Drive and NE Deerbrook Road for a car crash involving a pedestrian.

As soon as officers arrived on scene they decided the driving force entered the parking zone and struck a girl who was standing outdoors the constructing.

The affect pinned the sufferer in opposition to the constructing inflicting vital accidents. She was taken to an space hospital the place she was pronounced lifeless. She has not been recognized.

Police mentioned the driving force of the car remained on scene and is cooperating with the investigation. The driving force didn’t know the sufferer.

The investigation into the incident is ongoing.

Structural injury to the constructing can be being assessed for the protection of the company.

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Tonito Latin American Kitchen | Jewel Changi Airport’s Hippiest Restaurant


  • Tonito Latin American Kitchen |  Jewel Changi Airport’s Hippiest Restaurant

Tonito Latin American Kitchen | Jewel Changi Airport’s Hippiest Restaurant

Nonetheless not eager on taking an extended flight out? Fret not, Tonito will transport you to Latin America – assume Mexican, Brazil and Peru – with its Latin American impressed staples and avenue meals. To have a good time one other 12 months because it discovered its spot in Jewel, Tonito is showcasing new dishes on its menu. Other than tacos and quesadillas, you may count on dishes like stews, grilled meats and greens – all with high quality and recent produce.

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Begin off your meal with this Tiradito Nikkei ($26++). Norwegian salmon is brined in salt water, thinly sliced ​​to resemble sashimi then macerated with japanese tiger milk (a mix of soy, mirin and ginger), lastly topped off with tobiko and crispy quinoa. Very refreshing and appeals to most palates.
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I really like my salads, and this Ensalada de Quinoa ($16++) was satisfying and wholesome. Pink and white quinoa is first boiled then deep fried until puffed (to present that crisp texture when bitten into), tossed with a honey mustard dressing and combined with cucumber, pomegranate, tomato, radish and coriander.
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This was one of many extra fascinating desserts – Yuca Fritas ($8++). Casava is first boiled in salt water, then mashed and rolled into balls earlier than deep-frying and topped with candy and spicy paprika powder served with a facet of chipotle mayo. It was a mixture of french fries and potato balls. Do share with your pals as this could fill you up.
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A Central American favorite, Frijoles ($8++) are kidney beans braised in a tomato base. Tonito packed its frijoles with different veggies like celery, carrot, corn, onions and bell peppers earlier than topping off with chimichurri sauce and cojita cheese. You’re certain to get your repair of greens.
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Shifting on to the mains, this Arroz Con Pato ($28++) was a nice shock. Not often a fan of duck, I believed be somewhat dismissive of it. I am glad I gave it a attempt as a result of the duck leg is first confit then completed a la plancha till a crispy pores and skin is achieved. The meat doesn’t have that a lot of a gamey aftertaste, and the accompanying coriander-based rice could be very flavourful – we have been later advised that the rice was cooked in stout!
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The meat lovers should get this Mariachi ($35++). A typical dish of Peruvian delicacies, pork ribs are marinated in paprika in a single day and served atop a mattress of mashed potato and spiced kidney beans. The pork ribs are very tender and well-seasoned. It’s a pretty beneficiant portion too.
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As with most Latin-American locations, you may anticipate finding Paellas. Tonito’s Paella de Cerdo ($28++) is cooked with rooster inventory and tomatoes, baked for ten minutes till socarrat (crusty crispy backside of the paella) is produced. Served with kurobuta sausage, jamon pork jowl then salted and peppered. Yum.
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We ended our meal with their mainstay dessert – churros with chocolate dip!

We suggest heading to Tonito with a bunch of buddies so you’ll be able to attempt extra dishes (and it is best to!).

Funds per particular person: $30 – $40 per pax

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Bedrock Origin | Great Beef & Reef Edition (The Four Elements)


  • Bedrock Origin |  Great Beef & Reef Edition (The Four Elements)

Bedrock Origin | Great Beef & Reef Edition (The Four Elements)

To ring in the new year, Bedrock Origin is bringing back its The Great Beef & Reef Series, which showcases the best of land and sea. In its first 2023 edition, the chef draws inspiration from the four elements – fire, water, earth and water. This 6-course dinner tasting menu runs from now until 31 March 2023 at S$168++ per person and wine pairing is available at an additional S$88++. There is also an option of Siberian Caviar (additional S$60++). We had the S$168++ dinner tasting menu.

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As with every meal at Bedrock, we were served complimentary flatbread (served warm!) with a side of confit garlic and creamy New Zealand butter.
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The first two courses of the night were inspired by the fire elements. First being avocado that is grilled over applewood fire and topped with Avruga caviar, finished with a drizzle of olive oil, finely chopped chives and sea salt. It is served on top of creme fraiche so you can imagine what a creamy delight this dish is.
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The next starter is thyme butter king prawn served with nori tempura and prawn mayo. As you can see, there is a “crust” on the exterior of the prawn, which has a juicy interior. The prawn mayo also has prawn oil mixed into it, so the seafood flavor is very distinct.
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The next course, smoked wild black abalone, is inspired by the water element as a technique of cold smoking is used to imbue the smoky flavours. The abalone has been braised in abalone liver and cold-smoked with applewood for an hour then thinly sliced. The accompanying sauce is made with black abalone liver which is braised in sake for 4 hours before being removed, then blended with sake again and reduced. Grated turbot liver is added with a drizzle of basil oil to finish.
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The mains are inspired by the earth elements. The first main dish is hot cured salmon (my favorite dish of the night). We were told that the salmon is cured with salt and sugar for 2 to 3 days, rinsed and pan-seared for a crispy skin. The inside of the salmon remains nicely pink and the fork is tender. The sauce consists of sake, butter and dash stock.
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The next main is the highlight of Bedrock – Charcoal Ash Aged Sanchoku Wagyu Striploin and mushroom bordelaise. the “earth”element is represented through the aging technique that uses natural land minerals. This dish is served with a side of polenta fries that are seasoned with salt and parmesan cheese.
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A tangy pineapple sorbet that has been inspired by the water element is served to wrap up the meal. The sorbet is made with pineapple which has been mixed with sugar and spices then fermented for 2 months before the liquid is strained and frozen. The white jelly cuts through the iciness, with wasanbon glaze (brown sugar syrup) drizzled over for added sweetness.

We thought that this menu is good value given the portions (especially for the mains) and the quality of the ingredients used. Bedrock Origin @ Oasia Sentosa is also away from the city’s hustle and bustle – an excellent choice to have a date or intimate meal with friends and family.

Budget: $168++ per person (additionally $88++ for wine pairing)

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How the property changed hands over past decades
The historic Hotel Putnam, pictured here in 2017, has continued to deteriorate over the years.  At 100 years old, the building is believed to be beyond repair, and an engineer recommended at the end of 2022 that it be demolished.

The historic Hotel Putnam, pictured here in 2017, has continued to deteriorate over the years. At 100 years old, the building is believed to be beyond repair, and an engineer recommended at the end of 2022 that it be demolished.

DELAND — The historic Hotel Putnam has seen a lot in its 100 years at 225 W. New York Ave. in downtown.

Demolition began on Feb. 13, about six weeks after a structural engineer recommended it be torn down because of the level of deterioration.

Here’s a look at what happened just within the past 10-plus years:

2012: Apartments no more

Owner Jayne Rocco receives notice from the bank that it would begin collecting “all rents and profits” due to her falling behind on mortgage payments.

The last of the remaining tenants were evicted from the Putnam, which had been serving as a 60-unit apartment building, the previous year as many had stopped paying their rent, which led to Rocco falling behind on the mortgage.

The two clubs on the first floor, JR’s Saloon and Club Envy, also closed around this time.

moving out:The Hotel Putnam’s final days as an apartment building in downtown DeLand

2013: New owner from New York City

The Hotel Putnam was purchased from Occor Inc., owned by Rocco, for $902,800, by Soly Halabi with Venture Capital Properties in New York City, according to property records.

Halabi said he and his silent partner in the venture wanted to restore the property for operation as a hotel or possibly apartments.

‘Move quickly’:The new owner talks about intentions for the Putnam Hotel project

2014: Plans for Putnam ‘on hold’

A year into owning the Putnam, Halabi says the plans he and his silent partner have for the building are “on hold for the time being.”

He also said they wouldn’t knock the aging building down.

“There’s too much history with the building,” Halabi said that July.

2015: Sold again

A Daytona Beach-based development company purchases the Putnam for $450,000, according to property records.

Summit Hospitality Management Group declined to comment at that time on the plans for the vacant building.

2016: Hotel Putnam ‘available’

A for-sale sign is posted at the front of the property, just west of the intersection of West New York and Florida avenues.

The listed agent, Scott Garrett with the Orlando-based Boss Commercial Real Estate, said the asking price was $999,999.

Summit Hospitality’s vice president of operations said that September that the company was actually hoping to keep the acquisition and find a possible partner in the project.

2017: New proposal from new developer

Sarasota-based Tony Collins, who was under contract to buy the Putnam, proposes a plan to the City Commission in April that would see the city contribute $750,000 in cash over five years.

Additionally, Collins sought a change to the city’s code that would amount to a tax exemption of $600,000 to $700,000 over 10 years. Collins pitched using the Putnam for “high-end” apartments with a museum space on the first floor.

The commission voted that June to invest $500,000 from the general fund over five years.

By the year’s end, the agreement expired as Collins failed to obtain the necessary financing.

expired:The agreement between the developer and DeLand on Hotel Putnam failed to come to fruition

2018: Orlando-based developer enters the picture; a fire breaks out

Mohamed Rashad via his company, Big Bubba Investments, LLC, purchases the Putnam for $1 million.

Not long after making the purchase with plans to turn it into a multi-family project, DeLand firefighters responded to the property after a blaze was spotted.

Future after fire?:Prospects for DeLand’s historic Hotel Putnam uncertain after blaze

The investigation into the “set-fire” was closed six months later, no suspects were identified.

It was common knowledge that trespassers entered the property and/or the actual building now and then.

2021: Utah-based developer brings hope

Axia Partners bought the Putnam Hotel from Rashad for $2.3 million in November.

DeLand City Manager Michael Pleus said he and others familiar with the property’s history were feeling as hopeful as Axia had experience with major redevelopments.

This article originally appeared on The Daytona Beach News-Journal: Downtown DeLand’s historic Hotel Putnam: How the property changed hands

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CANCHITA | Peruvian-Mexican Brunch in Dempsey’s Lush Greenery


  • CANCHITA |  Peruvian-Mexican Brunch in Dempsey’s Lush Greenery

CANCHITA | Peruvian-Mexican Brunch in Dempsey’s Lush Greenery

Located on the corner of Dempsey Hill, CANCHITA embodies the vibrant energy of Latin America through its modern Peruvian cuisine, colorful interiors and upbeat salsa music. Having opened their doors for more than a year, the owner-chefs Tamara and Daniel Chavez are introducing diners to a brunch menu with dishes that are staples in Mexico and Peru.

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We were told that CANCHITA serves interesting cocktails and ordered a different one each to try. We had the Pisco Punch, Passion Margarita and Sangria Latina. I liked the Pisco Punch best as it was lighter and sweeter, consisting of Pisco Quebranta, pineapple, lemon, orange, honey and soda. Sangria is an often-featured drink in Latin America and a good choice for someone going for the full experience.
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Onto the food, we started off with this Tostada de Pulpo. A crispy corn tortilla, stuffed with black beans, “nopales” cactus salad and fresh cheese. The base was more substantial compared to a typical taco given that the tortilla has been fried and can therefor hold the sauces and ingredients well.
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We also tried several of their ceviches, which were the dishes that I looked forward to the most when planning my visit to CANCHITA. I’m glad that they did not disappoint. The first is the Ceviche Clasico – a classic recipe market fish with white tiger’s milk, red onions, sweet potato and canchita. This is my favorite among those that I have tried due to how well the flavors go together.
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Another recommended ceviche is the Vuelve A La Vida – a mix of prawns, fish, calamari and crab with tomato tiger’s milk and served with a crispy corn tortilla. The base for this ceviche is sweet and sour because of the tomato and reminded us of a Thai dressing when we first ate it. A good ceviche to whatever your appetite due to the tangy flavours.
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The Agua Chile Negro is a ceviche for those who prefer something more adventurous. Hokkaido scallops are marinated and served in black squid ink tiger’s milk, chalaquita, cucumber and canchita. Unique and refreshing – just be careful of your white shirts / light colored clothing!
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We also tried a couple of their tacos. Here, we had the Barbacoa – grilled NZ Lamb Rack in borracha sauce and cactus salad sitting atop a taco shell. I don’t usually take lamb so I have a smaller serving and the lamb isn’t too gamey. My pick would be the El Matador – australian beef tenderloin with guacamole, fries and onion salad with the same taco shell.
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To round off the savouries, we had the Pescado a la Talla – market fish with adobo and parsley sauce, served with green salad and oranges. Chef suggested that we take the green salad, oranges and fish in a bite. The citrus sharpness of the orange is a good contrast to the richer adobo and parsley sauce. If you aren’t full by then, the fries will provide you with additional carbs.
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We ended our meal with the Tres Leches, a moist coconut cake soaked in three kinds of milk for hours before being served with strawberries and copious amounts of pastry cream. It was a little sweet for us but maybe you have a sweeter tooth than we do!

Do note that Canchita has 3 different dining areas – the Amazon room, the Inca room and the outdoor terrace. We dined in the Amazon room where you can see the lush greenery and it feels like you were dining in the Amazonian jungle, hence its name. However, we would love to dine at the Inca room on our next visit as it looked quieter and suited for smaller groups. If you have a preference as to where you would like to be seated, do indicate when making reservations.

Budget per person: $30 to $40 per person

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