Affäre

Affäre is a modern German fine-dining restaurant opened in February 2012 by chef Martin Heuser and his wife Katrin Heuser in Kansas City's Crossroads Arts District. Martin, a German-trained master chef who worked in Michelin-starred European kitchens, builds a seasonal, locally sourced menu with a German accent; the restaurant is also known for its tranquil courtyard. Its beverage program earned a 2024 James Beard Award semifinalist nomination for Outstanding Wine & Other Beverages Program. Bar manager Chase Ihde, who has run the bar since 2017, makes his own syrups and is noted for original cocktails — including an extensive non-alcoholic list. Named zero-proof drinks include the Picklefizz (sparkling, citrus, spiced ginger-lemon syrup, egg white) and the Apelor Sprish, an alcohol-free take on an Aperol Spritz. The bar also pours a non-alcoholic "Chocolate Dark Brew" beer alongside NA wines and house sodas.

“Non-alcoholic cocktails are so pleasing to people because they are about inclusion.”

— Chase Ihde, Affäre bar manager

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Non-alcoholic brands they serve

House-crafted NA cocktails

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