Brennan’s new location will open on Euclid Avenue
Brennan’s owner Kevin Brennan has a new location for his beloved bar and cigar lounge. It will move around the corner to 314-316 N. Euclid Ave., later this spring. As Sauce reported in December, Brennan announced that the Chess Club and Scholastic Center of Saint Louis would expand into the bar’s current space at 4659…
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8 St. Louis Mardi Gras events to hit this year
Mardi Gras season is upon us once more, and there are an abundance of events and activities to “laissez les bons temps rouler” (let the good times roll). Things kick off on Saturday, Feb. 1, with the Bacchanalian Ball: Hollywood Nights, slated for 7 to 11 p.m. at the Bud Light Party Centre in Soulard…
This cabernet sauvignon is aged in bourbon barrels
Shannon Ridge Winery has found a way to balance the flavors of bourbon barrels with cabernet sauvignon in its 2018 Ye Old Buck Shack Cabernet Sauvignon. The wine features caramel and butterscotch aromas and a dark blackberry and currant character that stands up to any residual spirit. $20. Available at Wine Market in Maryland Heights…
Try pine liqueur for a different take on a gin and tonic
The alpine Zerbinz Stone Pine Liqueur is pleasantly invigorating. This Austrian liqueur is made from wild, hand-harvested young stone pine. While pine is in the forefront, providing notes similar to gin, Zerbinz also boasts berry, floral and herbal qualities. We fancy it on the rocks as a digestif or in tonic or soda with a…
Imperfect Foods delivers ‘ugly’ produce to your door
If you’re tired of running to the grocery store every time you need an onion or a couple apples, you may find solace in a weekly produce box delivery, like Imperfect Foods. The boxes are loaded with “imperfect” items that didn’t meet the high cosmetic standards of many grocery stores, along with surplus foods and…
Sameem Afghan Restaurant owner will open another restaurant in The Grove
Veggie-lovers in The Grove will have something to be excited about when Sameem Afghan Restaurant owner Fahime Mohammad opens his new, currently untitled vegetarian concept in February or early March. The restaurant will occupy 4353 Manchester Ave., the corner spot previously used by Iron & Rye, which closed in December. “We have a universal vegetarian concept…
Michael Del Pietro will open a new restaurant in Edwardsville
Restaurateur Michael Del Pietro (Il Palato, Del Pietro’s, Tavolo V, et al.) will bring a breakfast- and lunch-focused restaurant to The Parkway, a new mixed-use development in Edwardsville, as reported by St. Louis Magazine. Del Pietro said he’s looking at an early summer opening. The first Michael Del Pietro Restaurant Group space in Edwardsville was…
Steve’s Hot Dogs will close after 11 years
Steve’s Hot Dogs & Burgers owner Steve Ewing announced via Facebook yesterday, Jan. 26, that he will close the restaurant at 2457 Magnolia Ave. after service on Saturday, Feb. 1. “To our many regular customers, I want to say THANK YOU. The community built around our restaurant has been incredible,” the post read. Ewing started…
Tropical fruit and earthy hops shine in 4 Hands Warped Perception
Warped Perception from 4 Hands Brewing Co. is a magnificent, 6.5% hazy IPA that boasts a magical combination of tropical fruit and earthy hops. This double dry-hopped brew pours a nice clouded straw color with earthy aromas and lingering citrus notes. The rich mouthfeel perfectly balances carbonation and tames the bitterness of the hops. Four-pack:…
Zenwich will open in Central West End in April
Blue Ocean Restaurant owner Chai Ploentham will bring some new flavors to the Central West End in April when he opens Zenwich, the second location of his Chicago sandwich and ramen eatery. The restaurant will take over 8.5 S. Euclid Ave. Ploentham bought Zenwich last year, which he said was his favorite sandwich spot when…
Ones to Watch 2020 // Alex Salkowski
Alex Salkowski, head baker at Balkan Treat Box and saute cook at Sidney Street CafeAge // 28Why Watch Him// From fast casual to fine dining, he hustles all day. Unlike so many up-and-comers jockeying for a place on the fast track to culinary success, Alex Salkowski takes the long view. He has no problem paying…
Matt Daughaday is now the executive chef at Juniper
Former Reeds American Table chef-owner Matt Daughaday has taken over as executive chef at Juniper in the Central West End, as reported by St. Louis Magazine. Juniper owner John Perkins contacted Daughaday to offer him the position at the restaurant, which is known for its Southern cuisine. “It’s kind of hard to pass up an…
What I Do: Carmen Estrada of Balkan Treat Box
As the second oldest in a family of five children, service is deeply ingrained in Carmen Estrada. “I grew up essentially taking care of people, and that’s what inspired that sense of hospitality in me,” she said. Until recently, Estrada was known for developing the beverage program and working as a manager and sommelier at…
Levant in the CWE will become second Ranoush
Mediterranean restaurant Levant, located in the Central West End at 386 N. Euclid Ave., will close and reopen as a second location of Ranoush in late January or early February. Ahmad Hameed co-owns the original Ranoush with his brother, Aboud Alhamid; they opened Levant in June 2018. Both brothers served as head chefs of Levant during…
Ones to Watch 2020 // Bailey Schuchmann
Bailey Schuchmann, service manager and beverage director at FarmhausAge // 30Why Watch Her // She’s a wine/cocktail/service triple threat. Vino Virtuoso It can take at least two years of study to pass the certified sommelier exam. Schuchmann did it in six months, then joined the all-star somm team at now-shuttered Reeds American Table. “She brought…
David Molina is now executive chef at The Boathouse
The Boathouse at Forest Park has a new chef on the dock, but David Molina is no stranger to the St. Louis restaurant industry. After opening nearly 10 local spots and spending some time in Indianapolis and Nashville, Molina has accepted the position of executive chef and partner at The Boathouse. Molina began in December…
The Clover and The Bee’s rigatoni is our go-to order
The rigatoni at The Clover and The Bee in Webster Groves is the unfussy, reliably delicious comfort food we crave. Fat noodles swim in a creamy, spicy tomato-vodka sauce with fruity heat from Calabrian chilies. The simple dish gets a luxurious upgrade with a generous amount of lobster meat. Order it and be the envy…
Perennial Artisan Ales shares details on Webster Groves brewpub
More details are emerging regarding Perennial Artisan Ales second brewpub in Webster Groves. Perennial co-owner Emily Wymore said the space is slated to open in early summer. As reported earlier this week, Perennial’s second location at 214 W. Lockwood Ave., is part of a complex that will also house Olive + Oak’s new location, as…
Seed Sprout Spoon will open event space, expand brunch hours
Brunch and catering business Seed Sprout Spoon will expand its operations with a new event space. As reported by St. Louis Magazine, co-owners Brendan Kirby and Erin Wiles have purchased a former church at 5700 Leona Ave., in Holly Hills. Kirby said they hope to start hosting events at The Leona in early April or…
Ones to Watch 2020 // Jane Sacro-Chatham
Jane Sacro-Chatham, Vicia sous chefAge // 29Why Watch Her // She’s the spark plug in the Vicia engine. Love and food have taken Jane Sacro-Chatham around the world, from her childhood in the Philippines to travels in Ireland, Costa Rica and Vietnam, and now to Vicia in the Central West End. Sacro-Chatham’s love for cooking…
Schlafly buys Trailhead Brewing, will open Schlafly Bankside in St. Charles
A landmark St. Charles brewery is passing the torch to another industry pioneer. Trailhead Brewing owner Bob Kirkwood is retiring and has sold his 25-year-old brewery to Schlafly. Trailhead will soon be known as Schlafly Bankside, and is the brewery’s third location. Schlafly CEO Fran Caradonna said Kirkwood approached her with the idea last fall.…
Strange Donuts owner Jason Bockman reopens World’s Fair Donuts
St. Louis was shocked when World’s Fair Donuts closed at 1904 S. Vandeventer Ave. last summer. Strange Donuts owner Jason Bockman reopened the South City establishment today, Jan. 15 – and sold out in three hours. The shop originally started on Grand Avenue in 1944 as Northside Donuts, later moving to its well-known Shaw…
Joanie’s Pizzeria will close in Soulard
Joanie’s Pizzeria will close in Soulard on Feb. 17, according to an announcement on Facebook. Founder Joanie Thomas will continue to operate Joanie’s To-Go at 804 Russell Blvd. Thomas opened the restaurant 25 years ago, and Jeff Schneider took ownership of the pizzeria five years ago. “I can’t speak for Jeff, but it’s been a…
Olive + Oak will move to new location, partner with Perennial Artisan Ales
Olive + Oak owner Mark Hinkle has shed more light on his plans for the property at 216 W. Lockwood Ave. in Webster Groves, which he purchased in December 2018. As reported by St. Louis Magazine, Olive + Oak will open in the new space in late March or early April, accompanied by a new Perennial…
Ones to Watch 2020 // Steven Pursley
Steven Pursley, Indo line cookAge // 29Why Watch Him // He’s going to reach ramen’s potential. “I don’t think ramen is where it can be in St. Louis or in America,” Steven Pursley said. “American ramen has great potential, but we have to get the fundamentals down.” Who is Pursley to make these kinds of…
1764 Public House has closed in the CWE
Central West End restaurant 1764 Public House at 39 N. Euclid Ave. has closed its doors. The official announcement was made via press release today, Mon., Jan. 13, and on social media. In the release, owners Derek and Lucas Gamlin said the closure was a matter of basic logistics and economics: “It is with great…
Ladue Market will close
Ladue Market at 9155 Clayton Road announced via Facebook that it is closing. On January 1, the grocery store wrote, “So sorry to say, but Ladue Market is going out of business. Come in and save ten percent on everything this week except fresh meat. Sale starts Thursday 1/2/2020.” The shop has been opened since…
Sportsman’s Park is a longtime favorite in Ladue
With its sports memorabilia and abundance of TVs, Sportsman’s Park is a fine place to catch a game, but this longtime Ladue favorite is more than a sports bar. Nestled in the St. Louis suburbs at 9907 Clayton Road, Sportsman’s offers both a respite from the white tablecloth world and a glimpse into the past.…
Review: Arber Café in South City
An ideal spot for a midday refuel, Arber Café is a South City treasure with heavenly baked goods. The restaurant turns out traditional Albanian dishes and classic Mediterranean comfort food, and pictures of the owner’s native Albania line the walls for a cozy coffeehouse vibe. Gyro Deluxe A delight to any serious carnivore, the massive gyro…
Chef Ceaira Jackson has left Bait
Almost one year after Bait’s opening, chef Ceaira Jackson has parted ways with the restaurant, which we named one of 2019’s Best New Restaurants. Before Bait, Jackson cooked at Soho and Fleur de Lilies. “I put in my resignation because things weren’t aligned,” she said. “[There were] just some mishandlings by the management. My resignation…
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Clayton Restaurant Week returns Jan. 13 to 19
Embrace the winter season and get out of the house as you try something new or enjoy a favorite dish during the 11th annual winter Clayton Restaurant Week Jan. 13 to 19. Choose from 21 restaurants, including The Capital Grille, Barcelona Tapas Restaurant, C.J. Mugg’s, Cantina Laredo, Herbie’s, Il Palato, Ruth’s Chris Steak House and…
Ones to Watch 2020 // Michael ‘Noodles’ McManus
Michael “Noodles” McManus, Louie cookAge // 28Why Watch Him // He spins wheat into gold. When you’re good at something, people start to see you as synonymous with that thing. For Michael McManus, it’s making pasta. If you ask for Mike, industry people might not know who you’re talking about – Noodles is what he goes…
Asador Del Sur will open in former home of Reeds American Table
The husband and wife team of Daniel Gonzalez and Maria Giamportone will soon bring a bit of South and Latin America to Maplewood. The duo plans to open Asador Del Sur at 7322 Manchester Road, the former home of Reeds American Table, sometime in late spring or early summer. Asador Del Sur will focus on…
First Look: Egg in Midtown
The second location of breakfast and brunch purveyor Egg is set to open later this month at 3100 Locust Ave. in Midtown. The original Egg in Benton Park was featured on Sauce’s Best New Restaurants list in 2016 and reviewed by Sauce in 2017. The menu features Egg favorites like the cornbread Benedict along with…
11 reasons to go to Utah Station in Benton Park
Utah Station executive chef Chris Bertke spent years perfecting his plant-based proteins with the look and texture of ground beef, gyro meat and even chicken to create vegan versions of fast food favorites. Bertke is the first to say his food isn’t healthy – but it is damn good. Here are 11 reasons we love…
Ones to Watch 2020 // Alejandra Fallows
Alejandra Fallows, Chandler Hill Vineyards bar managerAge // 25Why Watch Her // She’s creating a culture we want to be a part of. Alejandra Fallows is sick of hearing “What did you expect?” when someone she knows is harassed at work. She’s tired of people laughing at the idea that the hospitality industry can change…
Review: The Bellwether in St. Louis
You would be forgiven for taking the elevator to the second floor, as I did on a recent evening. Expecting to step into The Bellwether, the new American restaurant from the culinary crew behind Polite Society in Lafayette Square, I inadvertently crashed a private party. The last time I was here for dinner, the second…
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8 St. Louis businesses with health-focused options to kick-start your new year
Feeling a little weighed down after months of indulgences? January is the perfect time to set your intentions for the year and get back on track after an abundance of holiday feasts. These local businesses will help you reach your goals in no time. DD Mau Vietnamese EateryDD Mau, a fast-casual Vietnamese eatery, reinvents traditional…
9 new places in St. Louis to try in January
1. Winslow’s Table7213 Delmar Blvd., University City, 314.725.7559, winslowstable.com Remaking an institution like Winslow’s Home is no easy task, but the new owners, Vicia’s Michael and Tara Gallina, were up to the challenge. Winslow’s Table maintains the classy-but-comfortable atmosphere of the original with some fresh updates. The Caesar is made more interesting with the addition of…
Ones to Watch 2020 // Nico Shumpert
Nico Shumpert, private chef and influencerAge // 30Why Watch Him // He aims to the be the new face of St. Louis culinary classes. Nico Shumpert has a lot of ideas. From private dinners to pop-ups, social media series to YouTube cooking tutorials, this young chef is working hard to get noticed. “I get…
