St. Louis Magazine

07/22/2024

Meet the judges for the 18th annual Architect & Designer Awards and get ready to enter your work! The panel includes Bedford, New York-based designer Brittany Bromley Interiors, Kansas City-based designer, preservationist, and author Kelee Katillac, Texas-based talent Fern Santini; and Delaware-based designer and shop owner Jess Weeth of Weeth Home.

Read more about the judges and enter your work for the 2025 competition at https://hubs.li/Q02DqkTY0.

Enter by October 1 to receive 20 percent off the cost of submissions!

07/22/2024

The St. Louis Daily newsletter will serve up a smart, succinct guide to the day’s top news, with fresh insights and analysis from award-winning journalists Sarah Fenske and Ryan Krull.

The daily newsletter will serve up a smart, succinct guide to the day’s top news, with fresh insights and analysis from award-winning journalists Sarah Fenske and Ryan Krull.

07/21/2024

Playgrounds are not only fun for kids, they are inexpensive for you! Check out this comprehensive list of the best playgrounds in St. Louis for your next outing.

Mentioned in this article: Francis Park, Lafayette Park, Turtle Playground, Shaw Park, Tilles City Park, Deer Creek Park, Brentwood Park, Koch Park, Buder Park, Suson Park, Watson Trail Park, Creve Coeur Lake Memorial Park, Faust Park, Greensfelder County Park, Broemmelsiek Park, Indian Camp Creek Park, O'Day Park, Veterans Tribute Park, Hawk Ridge Park, Edwardsville Township Community Park, Schranz Memorial Park, and more.

Looking for a fun (and inexpensive) place to take the kiddos? Look no further than one of our region's many playgrounds.

07/21/2024

Looking for a new restaurant to try? The recently opened Sauci Pasta in St. Charles offers a fast-casual restaurant concept based on the owning family’s storied Italian restaurant.

From the family behind Fratelli's, the new concept serves up handmade, fresh Italian fare in a modern, casual atmosphere.

07/21/2024

Lasse Sorensen and Food Is Love have joined forces with John Michel’s Soulcial Kitchen and Currency of Caring program to serve the underserved in the St. Louis area. Read this article to learn more…

Among the planned projects are the Love Thy Neighbor free food truck program, the Food on the Move free mobile pantry, and a Produce Blessing Box initiative.

07/21/2024

Looking for the perfect school for your student? Learn about local schools' programs, philosophies, key stats, admissions information, and more with our Local School Guide.

Several schools across the region share information about their philosophies, programs, and more.

07/21/2024

Interested in the story behind St. Louis’s very own Bold Spoon Creamery LLC? Read this article to learn the background of Rachel Burns’ journey from a career in finance to starting her own ice cream brand.

Plus: A recipe for Elegant Blackberry Flaugnarde, which pairs perfectly with Bold Spoon's lemon curd ice cream

07/21/2024

National Ice Cream Day is finally here! Here is one last look into where to celebrate, featuring St. Louis’s best ice cream spots.

Mentioned in this article: Bombay Food Junkies, Clementine's Naughty & Nice Creamery, Eckerts, The Fountain on Locust, FOUR MUDDY PAWS, Ices Plain & Fancy, Serendipity Homemade Ice Cream, and more.

Enjoy special flavors, swag, and more at shops across the metro area.

07/20/2024

Meet the judges for the 18th annual Architect & Designer Awards and get ready to enter your work! The panel includes Bedford, New York-based designer Brittany Bromley Interiors, Kansas City-based designer, preservationist, and author Kelee Katillac, Texas-based talent Fern Santini; and Delaware-based designer and shop owner Jess Weeth of Weeth Home.

Read more about the judges and enter your work for the 2025 competition at https://hubs.li/Q02DqgXK0.

Enter by October 1 to receive 20 percent off the cost of submissions!

07/20/2024

Hoping to take advantage of the summer weekends while they are here? Check out one of the 10 top swimming holes worth exploring near St. Louis.

Mentioned in this article: Cuivre River State Park, St Joe Park, Finger Lakes State Park, Lon Sanders Canyon Conservation Area, Fugitive Beach, Johnson Shut Ins, Jackson Falls, Bell Smith Springs, and more.

Embark upon a quick hike before you hit the water at one of these must-visit spots

07/20/2024

WATCH NOW: 'Inside the Architect & Designer Awards,' a seven-part video series from St. Louis Magazine's 'House of Lou' podcast, takes listeners behind the scenes and into the creative process, as host Veronica Theodoro interviews seven winners of this year's Architect & Designer Awards competition. Sponsored by Design & Detail.

All video episodes are out now, featuring these guests:
• Meghan Heeter, Castle Design
• Jenny Rausch, Karr Bick Design, Construction, Custom Homes
• David Kent Richardson, David Kent Richardson Decorations + Interior Design
• Rebekah Moore Murphy, Stone Hall Cabinetry
• Kathleen Grim, Srote & Co Architects
• Julie Abner, Julie Abner Interiors
• Susan Bower, Bower Leet Design

Videos are on YouTube; audio-only on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever podcasts are available. Watch now at https://hubs.li/Q02BDc7s0.

Inside the Architect & Designer Awards

07/20/2024

Earlier this year, the owners of Taco Buddha and Hi Pointe Drive In announced the launch of Gastronauts Food Group. This new restaurant group is setting up Hi-Pointe Drive-In and Taco Buddha to expand beyond St. Louis. Read this article to learn more…

Kurt Eller (of Taco Buddha), Ben Hillman (of Hi-Pointe Drive-In and Lewis & Clark Capital), and Mike Johnson (of Sugarfire Smokehouse and Hi-Pointe Drive-In) teamed up to create something bigger than the sum of the parts.

07/20/2024

Are you a carbonara lover? Try Chef Max Crask’s version at Madrina where he puts his own spin on an Italian classic.

Chef Max Crask puts his own spin on an Italian classic.

07/20/2024

Looking for a new dentist? Whether you're in need of a simple cleaning or a complete smile makeover, this guide can help you find top providers.

Whether you’re looking for a dentist or a specialist, this is a good place to start.

07/20/2024

As you can likely guess, we are very excited for National Ice Cream Day tomorrow–here is where to go to bring home the best ice cream, frozen custard, gelato, and more!

Mentioned in this article: Annie's Frozen Custard, Bobby's Frozen Custard, Bold Spoon Creamery LLC, Clementine's Naughty & Nice Creamery, Crown Candy Kitchen, Dairy Haven, Eckerts, Heavy Metal Ice Cream, Ices Plain & Fancy, Pastaria, Ronnie's Ice Cream, Sugarwitch Ice Cream Sandwiches, Ted Drewe's, and more.

Many of these local favorites are available by the pint or quart and ideal to enjoy on National Ice Cream Day, July 21, or any other hot summer day.

07/20/2024

Discover how you can support the missions of these local organizations.

These organizations make St. Louis a better place to live. Discover ways you can help support their cause.

07/20/2024

Reminder to check out our 5 top things to do this weekend in St. Louis. From catching a show to peeking inside an art studio to adopting a pet, the opportunities are endless!

Mentioned in this article: Anheuser Busch Biergarten, Cherokee Street, Touhill Performaning Arts Theater, Stray Rescue of St. Louis

Catch a show, peek inside an art studio, and adopt a pet.

07/19/2024

Looking to catch more of St. Louis’s art scene? Check out one of these 10 art exhibits this weekend, offered through the month of July. See exhibits at the Saint Louis Art Museum, Green Door Art Gallery, St. Louis Artists' Guild, Kranzberg Arts Foundation, Mildred Lane Kemper Art Museum, Contemporary Art Museum, and more.

Explore pop culture, writing as art, and more at these exhibitions in July.

07/19/2024

Looking for a real estate agent? These professionals can help you navigate the complicated landscape and, ultimately, find a home where you can be happy. 🏡

Meet some of St. Louis' most successful real estate pros. These professionals can help you navigate the complicated landscape and, ultimately, find a home where you can be happy.

07/19/2024

In this year’s Missouri Governor’s Cup Wine Competition, 239 wines were considered. After a rigorous blind tasting evaluation by a panel of eight experts, the winner has been determined…read this article to learn more.

Stone Hill Winery's 2022 Cross J Norton was awarded the prestigious Governor’s Cup, besting 238 other wines.

07/19/2024

Don’t miss the last few days of Clayton Restaurant week! During this special event, 16 Clayton restaurants will offer coursed, pre-fixe lunch and dinner menus priced at $30, $60, and $90 per person.

Sixteen restaurants are participating this summer, at price points from $30 to $90 per person.

07/19/2024

LAST CHANCE! Enter to win a Saint Louis Science Center prize bundle valued at $260, including these perks:

🦖 Four tickets to "SUE: The T. rex Experience" (two adult, two children)
🛍️ Swag bag filled with Saint Louis Science Center items
🚗 One parking voucher
🎟️ One family membership

Enter to win tickets to SUE: The T. rex Experience at Saint Louis Science Center!

07/19/2024

Tonight marks your chance to see the classic “Meet Me in St. Louis” on Art Hill in Forest Park. What is more “St. Louis summer” than that!

Pack up a picnic, and head to a local park to take in an alfresco film this summer.

07/19/2024

82, 83, and 84 degrees! Take advantage of the perfect summer temperatures this weekend by enjoying time on one of St. Louis’s fantastic patios.

170+ alfresco spots to unwind

07/19/2024

Catch "Lions of Mesopotamia" tomorrow at the Hi-Pointe to kick off the 24th annual St. Louis Filmmakers Showcase. This film follows an Iraqi national soccer team’s journey to winning the 2007 Asian Cup championship, uniting their country amid a bloody civil war.

Cinema St. Louis' annual showcase of the best in local film runs from July 19-21 and 26-28.

07/19/2024

Experience Champaign-Urbana • Get away to Champaign-Urbana for its agritourism, renowned dining, and college-town charm—just a three-hour drive away from St. Louis.

Get away to Champaign-Urbana for its agritourism, renowned dining, and college-town charm.

07/18/2024

TRAVEL: What was once an abandoned industrial area is now booming with restaurants, music venues, boutique shops, and art, now known as Nashville’s Gulch Neighborhood. Within driving distance from St. Louis, this hub of sights could be your next destination.

What was once an abandoned industrial area is now booming with restaurants, music venues, boutique shops, and art.

07/18/2024

From championship-level courses to social events, these clubs offer enjoyment for the entire family.

07/18/2024

Want to be in the loop on St. Louis’s major residential projects? Read more from this article to learn more about noteworthy developments across the metro area that are changing the landscape.

From Midtown to Maryland Heights, Kirkwood to St. Charles, noteworthy new developments are changing the landscape.