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Omaha Christmas Cookies

Do you smell the butter? Omaha bakeries are busy whipping up Christmas cookies so delicious and creatively designed that they’ll even make the big man in red shed a tear. Whether you’re looking to impress your guests, surprise your loved ones, or treat yourself, Omaha has your batch made in heaven…

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Chef-Restaurateur Dishes on Omaha’s Vibrant Food Scene

Omaha native Nick Strawhecker is the owner-chef behind Dante, an Italian restaurant featuring scratch-made pasta, fresh seafood, and locally sourced produce, cheese and meat. Since 2009, Dante has served its guests seasonally inspired dishes and offered a generous all-Italian wine list. What…

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Why Avid Traveler Alex Loves Omaha

Alexandra Booze, globe-trotting author behind East Coast Contessa, a luxury travel and lifestyle blog, shares what delighted and surprised her about Omaha. I know this was your first trip to Nebraska. Can you share what your impression of Omaha was both before and after your visit? I did some…

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Reunite and Reconnect with Family in Omaha

It’s been far too long since you had your entire family together. Cousins, aunts, uncles, and grandparents – it’s time to assemble and create new memories. Take advantage of the group travel opportunities in Omaha this summer and plan a reunion in the affordable Midwest. The Omaha area has something to offer everyone, including activities, attractions, food and fun. Adults and children alike will enjoy the quality time they’ll spend together. Read on for ways to create a memorable getaway in Omaha. In the Middle Your family may be spread out…

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48 Hours in Omaha: With the Omaha Dining Pass

Terrific food, great ambiance, a new experience… dining out is some of the spice of life. And what can make your dining experience even better? Saving some money in the process. The Omaha Dining Pass offers exclusive savings to enjoy during your next meal or snack out in Omaha. With nothing to…

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10 Romantic Omaha Experiences

From quick adventures to all-day experiences, cozy up with your favorite person (romantic or not) at one of these Omaha area spots. Choose to do just one thing or fill your itinerary with a mix for the ultimate love fest. 1. Walk through the Old Market Passageway One of Omaha’s most picturesque spots is also one of its most charming. A stroll through the Old Market Passageway, a former alley now studded with shops and restaurants, may be a quick to-do but makes for a memorable experience any time of year. 2. Visit one of the world’s best zoos…

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Omaha Food Halls: The Switch w/ Local Foodie Dan Hoppen

The humble food hall has gotten a facelift in Omaha. In any one of Omaha’s four lively and distinctive food halls, diners can have their pick from an array of cuisines prepared and served up by local restaurants and eateries. The plentiful food options at each location help to guarantee that no one dining experience will be the same, giving foodies the feeling that they’re a kid in a candy store. To help showcase this unique part of the city’s robust culinary scene, we’re tapping local foodies to eat their way through Omaha’s food halls. Who…

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The Hood Sommelier’s HIGH FIVE for Father’s Day

Celebrate the man or father figure in your life by visiting and supporting one of Omaha's attractions or local restaurants. Whether your celebrant is a spirits, sporting, or foodie guy, there is an experience in Omaha to make the day (or weekend) memorable–and local spirits expert Jack Beguedou is…

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