Clementine’s Naughty & Nice Creamery will open a new location in Town & Country in July
Popular local ice cream shop Clementine’s Naughty & Nice Creamery will add a new location in Town & Country next month, marking its fifth spot in the area. Soon, West County ice cream fans will be able to get their fix at 13426 Clayton Road, in the same shopping strip as Straub’s and John Mineo’s…
Drink this cocktail at Retreat Gastropub
The Golden State at Retreat Gastropub channels traditional Indian flavors into a cocktail. Notes of coconut, turmeric, ginger and lemon mingle with J. Rieger’s gin – it’s bold but balanced. But the pièce de résistance is the use of curry leaf to garnish the drink. This aromatic herb is commonly used in South Indian cooking…
House of Wong is moving to a new location in Clayton this summer
House of Wong, currently located at 19 N. Bemiston Ave. in Clayton, is moving to a new spot in the neighborhood, as reported by St. Louis Magazine. The new space at 7515 Forsyth Ave. is slated to open in late July or early August and is just a few blocks from the current spot. “The main…
What I Do: Custom Foodscaping? founder Matt Lebon
Custom Foodscaping’s founder Matt Lebon had little connection to plants or gardening growing up. But after returning home from two years as a Peace Corps volunteer in Paraguay, where his neighbors had yards filled with fruit trees, he was inspired to help people feed themselves from their own gardens. Here, Lebon shares some pro planting…
You need to eat these enchiladas from Southwest Diner
Order the stacked enchiladas platter at Southwest Diner, and when you’re asked New Mexico’s official state question – “Red or green?” – answer “Christmas.” Served side-by-side, each enchilada is doused in its respective spicy chile-based sauce and blanketed with velvety cheese. The red sauce is earthy and smooth while the thicker green sauce features the…
4 new bagel places to try in St. Louis right now
Are good bagels finally coming to St. Louis? No, they’ve always been here, most notably at The Bagel Factory in Creve Coeur and, in the old days, Central West End’s Basically Bagels. That said, there are some new bagel programs in the game that are worth knowing about. Dough Joe’s is slinging tasty plain, sesame,…
Fantastic cans and where to find them in St. Louis
Canned beverages are a strong choice, especially in the summer. Like many, I started getting more into canned drinks during the pandemic last summer, when my social life consisted almost entirely of drinking in the park or in my backyard with my friends. Though wine is usually my beverage of choice, passing the bottle seemed…
J Greene’s Pub announces permanent closure
Wife and husband duo, Jason and Juliet Greene, announced via a Facebook post the closure of their bar and grill, J Greene’s Pub, effective as of this Saturday, June 26. Located at 10017 Manchester Road in Warson Woods, J Greene’s has been in business since 2011. The announcement, which was posted on Wednesday, June…
Sugarwitch will soon offer innovative ice cream sandwiches in St. Louis’ Botanical Heights neighborhood
A new ice cream pop-up with a unique twist is opening July 3 in Botanical Heights. Sugarwitch is a queer-owned business that will sell rotating flavors of ice cream sandwiches out of a vintage Airstream on the patio of Olio at 1634 Tower Grove Ave. Owned by duo Sophie Mendelson and Martha Bass, Sugarwitch started in 2019…
T-N-T Wieners, under new ownership, will launch a delta-8 THC hot dog menu
Delmar Loop hot dog shop T-N-T Wieners (6301 Delmar Blvd.) has been sold and will reopen with co-owners Jamal Lewis (previously of Fried) and Amber Rodgers running the show. Lewis said his new menu will officially drop on July 1, and will have some interesting updates. “We’ll have five or six new hot dogs. We’re…
Delta-8 THC edibles offer legal high in Missouri
Edibles infused with delta-8 THC, a legal cannabinoid, can be found at numerous shops in the St. Louis area. Delta-8 THC’s ready availability is good news for those looking to catch a buzz who are unable (or unwilling) to purchase medical or recreational marijuana as it becomes increasingly accessible. But what exactly is this new…
Padrinos Mexican Restaurant will open in the former home of Mangia Italiano on South Grand this summer
Padrinos Mexican Restaurant is slated to open in August at 3143 S. Grand Blvd. in South City. The old Mangia Italiano space has been divided into two separate restaurants, with Padrinos taking the northern half and Steve’s Hot Dogs taking the southern portion. Christina Robles and her husband Enrique Robles had been looking for a property to rent on…
Twisted Biscuit Brunch Co. is now open in the old EdgeWild space in Edwardsville
Twisted Biscuit Brunch Co., a new breakfast, brunch and lunch concept, opened in Edwardsville in mid-June. The restaurant has taken over the former EdgeWild space at 1071 S. State Hwy. 157, creating a “polished, casual” brunch spot. Jason Coalter, owner of JS Coalter & Associates, an investment and development company, has partnered with Michael Hussey,…
First Look: Clayton Winehouse
Some shops are just places where you can buy things; others are total ideas built around singular philosophies. Clayton Winehouse at 7911 Clayton Road is the latter. “It’s like building a building around what we think service should be in the wine industry,” said general manager and partner Chris Kolemainen, who previously worked at the Rock…
Protzel’s Delicatessen is a St. Louis landmark
It’s not easy to get your name on the menu at Protzel’s Delicatessen. Many have tried, few have succeeded. Since the deli opened in 1954 under the ownership of Bob and Evelyn Protzel, the list of offerings has remained almost exactly the same. “The only thing that has really changed on the menu is that…
Pressbox Sports Bar & Kitchen will open in south St. Louis this summer
A new sports bar is opening in South City this summer. Pressbox Sports Bar & Kitchen is slated to open at 2718 Gravois Ave., formerly The Beechwood, in July. Cousins Jimmy McKinney and Donnell McKinney co-own the bar, with their cousin Rashad McKinney serving as the chef. The trio grew up in the South City…
The Doghaus Soulard will open a new location in Dogtown in early 2022
The Doghaus is coming to Dogtown. Kevin Simpson, co-owner of The Doghaus Soulard, is looking forward to partnering with Rico Lange, owner of Hogtown Smokehouse, to open The Doghaus Dogtown by February 2022. This will be the Doghaus’ second canine-friendly bar and will be located at 6305 Clayton Ave. in the space adjacent to Hogtown. …
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Delivery methods for medical marijuana
If the arrival of medical marijuana in Missouri has piqued your interest, it’s important to understand the numerous ways to consume cannabis. Swade Dispensary offers a robust menu of options for every type of patient. “We are really working to take away the stigma still associated with marijuana – it’s not just buying a bag…
Arzola’s Fajitas & Margaritas will open in Benton Park this fall
Arzola’s Fajitas & Margaritas is slated to open in September in Benton Park at 2730 McNair Ave., the former home of Ernesto’s Wine Bar. Arzola’s will be a continuation of Chuy Arzola’s in Dogtown, which was owned and operated by Eddie Arzola for nearly 20 years until it shuttered in 2008. The idea for a new…
8 Webster Groves patios to chill on
First, we talked about patios in South City. Then, we went out to Chesterfield. Now, we meet in the middle, where Webster Groves’ small footprint is more than made up for with some truly chill patios. In this part of town, whether you want pizza, beer, coffee, wine, dessert, or just some snacks, there’s a…
Congresswoman Cori Bush’s favorite St. Louis restaurants
St. Louis’ recently elected U.S. House representative Cori Bush (D) – the first Black woman to represent Missouri in Congress – is acclimating to living and eating in Washington, D.C.; she’s found a place where she can get chicken and waffles and a diner she likes. But she admits that when she’s at work in…
First Look: Nubby’s BBQ in Oakville
When Nubby’s BBQ opened in the All American Sports Mall at 11133 Lindbergh Business Court in 2017, people loved the food, but the space wasn’t ideal. “At the beginning, we had a great response, but one of the things that’s hard is that you have to go upstairs, and it’s in a recreational complex, which…
Kalbi Taco Shack is moving from Cherokee Street to City Foundry STL
The co-owners of Kalbi Taco Shack, Sue Wong-Shackelford and Mark Shackelford, made a Facebook announcement that the final day of service at the original location will be on Sunday, June 27. The restaurant, which is currently located at 2301 Cherokee St., will be a part of the new food hall at City Foundry STL when it opens…
St. Louis City Soccer Club enlists Gerard Craft as ‘flavor officer’ to develop its culinary options before 2023 opening
With the St. Louis City Soccer Club officially in the game for a 2023 kickoff, the franchise has deputized local James Beard Award winner Gerard Craft to help develop its stadium’s cuisine options as “flavor officer.” “It’s going to have more independent restaurants involved than probably any stadium in the world,” Craft said. “[It will…
Hi-Pointe Drive-In will open a Kirkwood location in late summer
In a few months, fans of local burger hotspot Hi-Pointe Drive-In will have a new place to get their fix when the chain opens its third location at 951 S. Kirkwood Road in Kirkwood. The restaurant will open in the space formerly occupied by Honey Pit Smokehouse, which has closed. “They’re doing good and they…
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Seoul Taco celebrates 10th anniversary with free block party in the Grove Saturday
Clear your schedule for a night of good food, great drinks and quality entertainment at Seoul Taco’s 10th Anniversary Block Party. Come out and join the party from 3 to 10 p.m. on Saturday, June 19, at 4099 Chouteau Ave. in the Grove. Admission is free, and food and drinks will be available for purchase from…
Looking Meadow Coffee Co. sells vegan baked goods and coffee out of vintage camper around St. Louis
Vegan mobile café Looking Meadow Coffee Co. is bringing a fun spin to the St. Louis food truck scene. Owner Jamie Herman and her vintage 1963 Avalon camper can regularly be found around town and at the Tower Grove Farmers’ Market and Kirkwood Park selling tasty vegan treats and coffee. “If I’m going to own…
11 St. Louis crab boil restaurants we love
St. Louis may be land-locked, but that doesn’t mean you have to hop in a plane to indulge in a boiled crab feast. There are many locally owned options for low country- and Cajun-style boils, as well as a number of spots offering fresh takes on the traditional boil using flavors drawn from global cuisines.…
10 wines perfect for golden hour sipping
After the year we’ve had, we don’t need to explain the magical satisfaction of meeting up with your pals for a wine hang. Whether you’re in the park, on a patio or just having a laid-back snack session indoors, you’ll want to pick the right juice for the situation, and we’re here to help you…
The future of St. Louis pizza
While the pandemic brought fundamental changes and limitations to the way we dine, it also gifted us with fresh new paths to explore. The past year saw some restaurateurs pivoting to follow their pizza dreams, while others moved ahead with long-gestating concepts. As we move further into 2021, a few key players have all but…
The Drawing Board opens in the old Ryder’s Tavern space in south St. Louis
The former bar Ryder’s Tavern at 4123 Chippewa St. in St. Louis is now home to a more food-centric bar and grill called The Drawing Board. Co-owners Paul and Matt Wamser teamed up with executive chef Alexa Camp and gave her free reign over the menu. “Matt and I worked together at Urban Chestnut…
Angad Arts Hotel brings on chef Matthew Birkenmeier to revamp restaurant and bar menu
The Angad Arts Hotel, located at 3550 Samuel T. Shepard Drive in St. Louis’ Grand Center Arts District, recently announced that chef Matthew Birkenmeier, who goes by chef Birk, has taken over as the new executive chef for the hotel. Birkenmeier has worked in the St. Louis area at many restaurants, including as executive chef…
Former Niche chef Nate Hereford will open Chicken Scratch at City Foundry STL this fall
Chicken Scratch, a Midwestern-inspired rotisserie chicken concept, will open early this fall at City Foundry STL at 3700 Forest Park Ave. Chicken Scratch is the creation of Nate Hereford, former executive chef of Gerard Craft’s now-closed Niche in Clayton. In 2016, Hereford headed to California to work on research and development projects for Just Inc., where he…
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Sample over 30 hard seltzers at Seltzerland this Saturday in St. Louis
Seltzerland will make its way to St. Louis for the first time on Saturday, June 12, at the Highlands Golf & Tennis Club at 5163 Clayton Ave. in Forest Park.The nationally touring festival invites hard seltzer lovers to walk from hole to hole while sampling seltzers from brands like White Claw, Mike’s Hard Lemonade, Vizzy,…
CC’s Vegan Spot will move from Alton to Princeton Heights in St. Louis this summer
Plant-based eatery CC’s Vegan Spot is moving from Illinois to 4993 Loughborough Ave. in St. Louis in late June or early July, as reported by the Riverfront Times. Owner Trezel Brown shuttered the Alton, Illinois, location on June 5 in order to move closer to her customer base, which is 85 percent Missourians. The distance has been…
7 awesome patios in Chesterfield to check out this weekend
For the second installment of our new patio series, we’re heading west to Chesterfield, whose patios run the gamut from sporty to relaxed. There, you can vibe out with beer and hot wings, grab a glass of wine with the gang, chill with your dog and even hit golf balls. In Chesterfield, there’s something for…
Boogyz Donuts in University City has closed
Boogyz Donuts at 6951 Olive Blvd. in University City announced via Facebook that it would close its doors as of Sunday, May 30. Owner Jamil Jabbar is sad to see Boogyz go, but said he has to “let go to grow” in this case. “There’s more things I want to bring into Boogyz Donuts that I physically…
12oh7 Herban Eatery owners talk ups and downs of growing their plant-based business in St. Louis
Diners from all backgrounds are loving plant-based pop-up 12oh7 Herban Eatery’s soulful and globally inspired menu. But it’s going to take more than a legion of hungry fans to help co-owners Brandy Dixon and Jasmine Yandell achieve their dreams. A perfectly squared, Japanese-style sandwich is splayed precisely, its midsection turned up, showing off perfect layers…
Vicini, a pastaria, cafe and market, will open in Lafayette Square later this year
Pasta-making master Dawn Wilson is bringing a taste of Tuscany to 1916 Park Ave. in Lafayette Square likely late this year, as reported by St. Louis Magazine. After years of selling her fresh pastas and sauces locally and teaching cooking classes, Wilson is finally fulfilling her dream of opening a brick-and-mortar shop serving up authentic…
2 new St. Louis restaurants and a food truck to try this month
The Golden HoosierThe stunning view from the bar at The Golden Hoosier, warmly lit by antique light fixtures, is only more impressive when you remember the space’s former life as beloved South City hangout Southtown Pub. From custom-upholstered booths inside to the charming campground-themed patio out back, the bar offers plenty of ways to spend…
Eckert’s Farm moving seasonal market from Manchester to Rock Hill this summer
Eckert’s Farm has long been a staple of St. Louis County summertime shopping, long residing on Gravois, and then, for the past two years, in the old Office Depot building at 79 Nationalway Shopping Center in Manchester. This year, however, Eckert’s will move to the old Lucky’s Market space in Rock Hill at 9530 Manchester…
