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The tenacity of Lona's Lil Eats' Lona Luo

Lona's Lil Eats chef-owner Lona Luo grew up in a rural Chinese village, cooking with family and friends. Today, she runs a James Beard-nominated restaurant in Fox Park.

May 7, 2018

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3 meals that changed Elmwood chef Adam Altnether's life

As St. Louis looks forward to Niche alums Adam Altnether and Chris Kelling’s first restaurant, Elmwood, Altnether looks back on the food that changed his outlook on dining.

April 1, 2018

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What I Do: Gibron Jones of Hosco Shift

Food justice advocate Gibron Jones founded Hosco Shift​, a nonprofit with farms across St. Louis and a mission to teach others how to operate urban agriculture businesses.

April 1, 2018

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How Earthbound co-owner Rebecca Schranz learned to brew (and like) beer

Four years ago, Rebecca Schranz didn't really like beer. Now, she’s co-owner and brewer at Earthbound Beer.

March 1, 2018

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What I Do: Brian Ivers of Side Project Brewing

Brian Ivers quit his engineering job to hike the Appalachian Trail before becoming a brewer. Now you can find him at Side Project Brewing in Maplewood.

March 1, 2018

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What I Do: Josh Charles, a St. Louis freelance chef

Chef Josh Charles quit restaurant work for freelance gigs as a private chef, consultant and recipe developer in St. Louis. Here is talks about leaving executive positions to spend more time with his family.

February 1, 2018

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What I Do: Heidi Hamamura of Guerrilla Street Food

Heidi Hamamura has made a career exploring new cuisines at Stellina, Hiro Asian Kitchen and Elaia. Now she’s diving into Filipino fare as executive chef of Guerrilla Street Food’s location in The Loop.

January 1, 2018

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Chef Tour: Ashley Rouch of Union Loafers

Ashley Rouch's culinary background means she values fine food and drink, but ultimately, it’s good service that makes her a repeat customer. Here are six of the baker's favorite spots for everything from coffee to Schlitz in St. Louis.

December 31, 2017

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Ones to Watch 2018: Hana Chung

Vista Ramen Line Cook Hana Chung has the rare gift of an easygoing attitude in an industry known for tempers that flare higher than kitchen fires.

December 31, 2017

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Ones to Watch 2018: Eric Tirone

Truffles Butchery Head Butcher and Sous Chef Eric Tirone the skill of a surgeon and finesse of a ninja.

December 31, 2017

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Ones to Watch 2018: Bryan Russo

Público Chef de Cuisine Bryan Russo runs a James Beard Award-nominated kitchen.

December 31, 2017

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Ones to Watch 2018: Evy Swoboda

Pastaria chef de cuisine Evy Swoboda is the next big thing in the Niche Food Group empire.

December 31, 2017

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Ones to Watch 2018: Patrick Seibold and Alec Schingel

Vicia sous chefs Patrick Seibold and Alec Schingel have a lodestar commitment to improving agriculture through their work with farmers as chefs.

December 31, 2017

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What I Do: Reginald Quarles at Teatopia

Teatopia owner Reginald Quarles shares his experiences with meditation, secret tearooms and finding balance.

December 1, 2017

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Meals That Changed My Life: Gian Nicola Colucci of Cielo

Cielo executive chef Gian Nicola Colucci worked all over the world before landing at the Four Seasons in St. Louis. Here, he shares four meals from four countries that changed his life.

November 1, 2017