In the early twentieth century, Tulsa was the “Oil Capital of the World.” The rush of roughnecks and oil barons built a culinary foundation that not only provided traditional food and diner fare but also inspired upper-class experiences and international cuisine.
Tulsans could reserve a candlelit dinner at the Louisiane or cruise along the Restless Ribbon with a pit stop at Pennington’s. Generations of regulars depended on family-owned establishments such as Villa Venice, The Golden Drumstick and St. Michael’s Alley.
Join author Rhys Martin on a gastronomic journey through time, from the Great Depression to the days of “Liquor by the Wink” and the Oil Bust of the 1980s.
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The Tulsa Voice calls it a “lovingly-researched work” that “brings to life Tulsa restaurants of yore…“
Oklahoma Reviews says, “Lost Restaurants of Tulsa is quickly becoming a must have book and you do not want to miss out on having this piece of history in your collection.“
Studio Tulsa interview with Rich Fisher
You can follow along on Facebook below for more information, including photographs that didn’t make it into the book.
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photo courtesy of Pennington's Family Restaurants
Rhys' Pieces 