<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[The Monarch Bar]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kansas City's Finest Cocktail Bar and Lounge]]></description><link>https://www.themonarchbar.com/news</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Tue, 05 May 2026 08:06:04 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.themonarchbar.com/es/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[The Lumière: A Crystal Clear Twist on the Classic Espresso Martini for Cocktail Lovers]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Espresso Martini is a beloved classic, making it can be difficult to reinvent without losing its essence. Michael Hall, our Head Bartender, has taken on this challenge with his latest creation, the Lumière. This cocktail is part of our Spring | Summer 2026 menu, marking his third menu release as Head Bartender. With a blend of traditional and modern techniques, Michael crafted a stunning, crystal-clear espresso martini that surprises and delights. Rethinking the Espresso Martini The...]]></description><link>https://www.themonarchbar.com/single-post/the-lumi%C3%A8re-a-crystal-clear-twist-on-the-classic-espresso-martini</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69f8a5515caf4ed272ba4912</guid><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 14:02:30 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/3a51b6_02ca472972c1480da2e4ab93c386704d~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>themonarchbar</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Best Cocktail Bar in Missouri]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Daily Meal votes The Monarch Bar the Best Cocktail Bar in Missouri in 2020. 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Congratulations to our entire...]]></description><link>https://www.themonarchbar.com/single-post/2019/02/27/the-monarch-bar-nominated-as-a-2019-james-beard-award-semifinalist-for-outstanding-bar-pr</link><guid isPermaLink="false">5fda926471be8d0017f24cf4</guid><category><![CDATA[Awards]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 27 Feb 2019 15:55:39 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/21b14a_5b76ff6501b74e7e84e618a28fcf9e28~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_630,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>The James Beard Foundation Editors</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cheers Magazine Awards The Monarch  "Most Innovative Beverage Program"]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Cheers Beverage Excellence Awards are back after a five-year hiatus, and they have awarded The Monarch Bar in Kansas City the...]]></description><link>https://www.themonarchbar.com/single-post/2019/02/15/cheers-magazine-awards-the-monarch-most-innovative-beverage-program</link><guid isPermaLink="false">5fda926471be8d0017f24cf5</guid><category><![CDATA[Awards]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 15 Feb 2019 22:58:56 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/21b14a_0dc1815dd1ee457c9ed74f6be3ae6799~mv2_d_3840_5760_s_4_2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Cheers Magazine</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Monarch Bar is Awarded US "Cocktail Bar of the Year"]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Monarch Bar wins Best Cocktail Bar in North America from Nightclub and Bar Media Group]]></description><link>https://www.themonarchbar.com/single-post/2019/01/16/the-monarch-bar-is-awarded-prestigious-best-cocktail-bar-in-north-america</link><guid isPermaLink="false">5fda926471be8d0017f24cf7</guid><category><![CDATA[Awards]]></category><pubDate>Wed, 16 Jan 2019 21:23:41 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/21b14a_d65140b7bd3c47c783f7b5ed9c6fe96f~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_880,h_303,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>NightClub and Bar Awards</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Best Cocktail Hours of Kansas City]]></title><description><![CDATA[Spending an evening at Monarch feels like stepping into a dream, and after a few of the cocktails from this exquisite bar, you’ll likely...]]></description><link>https://www.themonarchbar.com/single-post/2018/12/20/best-cocktail-hours-of-kansas-city</link><guid isPermaLink="false">5fda926471be8d0017f24cf3</guid><pubDate>Thu, 20 Dec 2018 19:38:38 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/21b14a_a2580adf077e46bf8f0462a622814d80~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_866,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>NATALIE GALLAGHER AND SHERRY KUEHL</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Kansas City is Known as "The Paris of the Plains". 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