Chef Scott Conant, Damaris Phillips at Choctaw Pocola & IKEA is Coming to Oklahoma!

Chef Scott Conant, Damaris Phillips at Choctaw Pocola & IKEA is Coming to Oklahoma!

From Only in OKlahoma Show by Harley Covington and Brett Manzer

February 23, 2026 · 35 min

About this episode

The episode covers culinary events featuring Chef Scott Conant and Damaris Phillips, along with the announcement of IKEA's opening in Oklahoma.

From world-class culinary takeovers to the biggest retail news in decades, Oklahoma's food and shopping scenes are leveling up! In this episode of the Only in OK Show , we're recapping our incredible dining experience with Chef Scott Conant and giving you the inside scoop on the next big event at Seven Ponies . Plus, the rumors are true— IKEA is finally coming to the 918! Part 1: Culinary Stars at Choctaw Casino & Resort – Pocola We take you inside the Celebrity Chef Takeover at Seven Ponies. We recap the sophisticated flavors of Chef Scott Conant's menu, from the Macaroni di Semolina to that legendary Chocolate Budino . Don't miss the next big event: On Friday, March 27th , Food Network star Damaris Phillips brings her "Southern Sweetheart" style to Pocola. We break down the mouth-watering menu, including Beaten Biscuit Panzanella, Pork Confit with Smoky Grits, and Derby Pie Pots de Crème. Pro Tip: Tickets for the Damaris Phillips takeover are on sale now! Get tickets here . Part 2: Stop the Car—IKEA is Coming to Tulsa! Put down the Allen wrench and cancel your road trip to Frisco! We discuss the official announcement that IKEA is opening its first Oklahoma location in Tulsa…

People in this episode

Hosts: Harley Covington, Brett Manzer

Guests: Scott Conant, Damaris Phillips

Topics covered

  • culinary experiences
  • retail news
  • Oklahoma dining
  • IKEA opening
  • celebrity chefs

Keywords

  • Chef Scott Conant
  • Damaris Phillips
  • IKEA
  • Oklahoma dining
  • celebrity chefs
  • retail news
  • Tulsa

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Food Network

Products: IKEA, Swedish meatballs, cinnamon rolls

Places: Choctaw Pocola, Tulsa, Oklahoma, Frisco

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