Tag: The Russell

Fresh pour at former Ça Va space: Popular chef takes over Westport hotspot with crisp new Champagne concept

By Tommy Felts / September 21, 2024

Westport Champagne bar and bistro Ça Va closed in March for a quick rebrand. Six months later, a new name, owner and concept are bubbling in the space — with plans to reopen by the holidays.   Chef Amante Domingo — perhaps best known for his Midtown restaurant The Russell — is taking over the spot…

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Before restaurant’s debut, this KC founder’s expansion was threatened by predatory loans

By Tommy Felts / June 17, 2024

Editor’s note: The following story was originally published by AltCap, an ally to underestimated entrepreneurs that offers financing to businesses and communities that traditional lenders do not serve. There’s nothing quite like the crackling warmth at the heart of a campsite. “I just love what the fire does,” said Amante Domingo. “It brings people around,…

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Enchanté! Restaurateur bakes her latest hotspot on KC Streetcar line: Each space speaks to me

By Tommy Felts / April 15, 2023

Some conversations are too special to end with a simple “goodbye,” said Heather White. “Say you’re in France with a group of friends, and you’re having one of those amazing conversations that is just so delightful — when it’s time to leave, you want to say more than goodbye. It’s enchanté!” shared White, the founder…

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