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batter up In the dugout with Cardinals heavy hitter Matt Carpenter.

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the hot list 100+ of STL’s best restaurants, bars, shops and more—all in one sizzling list.

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18 7 Things you must do this month.

36 trends Warm-weather whites get their moment in the sun.

107 Calendar Rock out to the sounds of Fall Out Boy, find your inner artist at CAM’s “A Decorated Chronology,” head to Shakespere Glen for “Twelfth Night” and more.

20 fashion The art community tries on a new look at “DRESSED.” 22 arts After three years, Saint Louis Art Museum is ready to reveal its shiny new East Building.

24 hot eats Mission Taco Joint brings Mexican street food from the heart of California to The Loop.

26 brew news The leaders of St. Louis’ craft beer community unite to talk all things beer.

28 people STL transplant Travis Sheridan is “mad” about his new city—and does everything possible to promote and fuel its growth.

30 column Aaron Perlut of Rally St. Louis discusses the snowball effect of progress in the St. Louis region.

32 job envy Meet Maggie Crane, director of communications and “right-hand man” to Mayor Francis Slay.

38 men’s Wildly bold board shorts go island style.

40 accessories This season’s stacked heels are as varied as they are versatile.

42 my style Stylist Kristi Pinkham shares the secrets to her quirky-chic fashion.

46 engagements Two newly engaged St. Louis couples share their love stories.

48 Weddings ALIVE takes an exclusive look behind the scenes of STL’s most fashionable wedding of the year, as Project Runway All Star Laura Kathleen Planck ties the knot with Danny Baker.

eat + Drink 91 spirits Sangrias are the perfect summer refresher.

92 Dining Guide The best places in town to eat and drink.

111 Arts St. Louis’ Regional Arts Commission awards its first-ever Innovation Grants to nine local cultural organizations.

113 theater St. Lou Fringe Festival returns for its second year, bigger and better than ever.

115 COMMUNITY The new go!-Celerator program by goBRANDgo! selects the inaugural team for its incubator supporting young entrepreneurs.

scene 119 Scene in St. Louis Photos from the Dada Ball & Bash, A Tasteful Affair, Illumination Gala and more.

128 Archetypes A conversation with Tim Eby, general manager of St. Louis Public Radio and a 30-year broadcast veteran.

Update: In the March 2013 issue of ALIVE, there was an incorrectly listed address for St. Louis Cosmetic Surgery in the Doctor Profiles special promotion section. The correct contact information is: 17300 N. Outer 40 Road, Suite 300, Chesterfield, MO 63005, 636.530.6161, stlcosmeticsurgery.com. ALIVE regrets the error.

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t’s no secret that ALIVE is passionate about St. Louis. So, when it comes time to make our final selects of STL’s best restaurants, bars, boutiques, cultural institutions and more for our annual Hot List, there’s no shortage of ideas, opinions and debates. It’s the narrowing down of our many STL loves that becomes the true challenge—and this year, we added a twist.

ALIVE’s first-ever Hot List People’s Choice Awards asked our readers to vote on their top picks for STL’s best, resulting in more than 11,000 St. Louisans logging in to take the online poll. The results are listed alongside our Editor’s Picks in the muchanticipated mega feature on p.54. From St. Louis’ top boutiques and best restaurants to the most innovative arts organizations and our favorite local media personalities, the Hot List is a go-to resource for all things fabulous in St. Louis. I know I find myself turning to it throughout the year to make sure I’ve visited—or revisited—the top spots.

This year, join ALIVE as we make it a point to visit as many Hot List winners as possible in the coming months. We’ve collected them all on Foursquare to make it easy to embark on the Hot List challenge. Simply follow the list, check off each place as you visit it and don’t forget to let us in on your journey by sharing your pics and feedback using #HotListSTL. If there were a Hot List award for Best STL Wedding, Project Runway All Star Laura Kathleen Planck would definitely be in the running. ALIVE had the exclusive on her wedding day coverage and reported live from the scene throughout her intimate gettingready process and glamorous ceremony and reception (see the exclusive blog coverage at alivemag.com/blog, as well as the in-depth print feature on p.48). Held at none other than The Fabulous Fox Theatre, the wedding boasted a star-studded guest list that included St. Louis’ fashion elite, as well as “Project Runway” alums Viktor Luna, Casanova, Joshua McKinley and others. But most notable were the bride’s incredible personal touches that made the event nothing short of spectacular. My special thanks goes to Laura Kathleen and Danny Baker for allowing us to share in this momentous event.

A flurry of activities this month took us from Laura Kathleen’s glam wedding to the dugout of the St. Louis Cardinals to conduct an interview and photo shoot with cover man Matt Carpenter. An integral member of the Cards’ 2013 lineup, Carpenter is in the midst of his most important major league season to date—and he’s loving every minute of it. Read the full story on p.50 to get the lowdown on his transition to second base, his quirky superstitions and what he loves most about St. Louis. Hint: something tells me he’d have as hard of a time narrowing down the list as we did.

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A World of Art Saturday, June 29-Sunday, June 30 Explore Saint Louis Art Musuem’s new East Building at this free festival, featuring hands-on art projects and performances by local arts organizations.

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ALIVE Exculsive ALIVE was honored to be the exclusive publication to cover Project Runway All Star Laura Kathleen’s star-studded wedding to Danny Baker, held at The Fabulous Fox Theatre in April. Contributing Fashion Editor Samantha Chadwick was live on the scene for the entire gettingready process (see the behind-the-scenes blog at alivemag.com/blog) and Marketing Manager/Digital Strategist Lindsay Pattan experienced the glamorous wedding first-hand as a guest (see the exclusive feature on p.48). Seated next to “Project Runway” alums including Viktor Luna, Joshua McKinley, Casanova and others, Lindsay was in complete awe taking in all of the amazing personal touches that made Laura Kathleen’s wedding truly her own.

“The Fox Theatre’s ornate interior flawlessly complemented Laura Kathleen and Danny’s contemporary aesthetic,” Lindsay says. “The couple’s beaming energy was truly felt from beginning to end—and it was contagious. Their eye for design was apparent, as was their love for their family and friends.”

Esther and Local Harvest photos by Jennifer Silverberg; wedding photo by Susan Jackson.

ALIVE’s Hot List—the ultimate list of STL’s best dining, nightlife, shopping and more—is a serious undertaking each year, and one of the editorial team’s favorite projects. What could be better than creating a proud tribute to the hometown we all know and love?

“This year, we were excited to add a new component to the usual STL’s best list of Editor’s Picks with the People’s Choice campaign,” says Executive Editor Jennifer Dulin Wiley. “Our reader response to the online voting opportunity was overwhelming—with more than 11,000 St. Louisans weighing in on their top picks for Best Restaurant, Best Boutique, Best Gym and more. Check out the full list of Editor’s Picks and People’s Choice winners on p.54, and share your own with #HotListSTL. A big shout out goes to Associate Editor Gwen Ragno and our amazing team of contributing writers and editors who made this list happen, including Amy De La Hunt, Matt Sorrell, Jennifer Wells, Christopher Reilly and Amanda Henry, as well as the ever-talented Jennifer Silverberg for photography.”

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ALIVEMag.com INSIDE THE WEDDING OF LAURA KATHLEEN In this month’s Real Wedding story on p.48, we give you an exclusive look at Project Runway All Star Laura Kathleen Planck’s wedding to Daniel Baker at the Fabulous Fox Theatre. Check out the story online for even more beautiful photos by photographer Susan Jackson, as well as the wedding video by Love Bird Studios. Plus, ALIVE Contributing Fashion Editor Samantha Chadwick spent the day behind the scenes with the wedding party as they prepared for the celebration. See photos and insider details from the experience on the StyleList blog.

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ALIVE brought together the masterminds of St. Louis’ thriving craft beer scene to talk shop. Moderated by ALIVE Contributing Dining and Spirits Editor Matt Sorrell, the roundtable discussion had a jovial air, as brewers and owners from seven of STL’s top craft breweries passed around samples of each other’s beers and reflected on everything from competition and camaraderie to coaxing unadventurous patrons into trying something new. Get the highlights of the conversation in the story on p.26, then continue reading online for the extended version.

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If there is a single establishment on ALIVE’s 2013 Hot List that you haven’t experienced, you can be sure you’re missing out on greatness. Do yourself a favor and make it a point to visit as many Hot List winners as possible in the coming months. (After all, we’ll have a whole new batch for you next June!) We’ve collected them all on a Foursquare list to make it that much easier to embark on your quest. Follow the list, check off each place as you visit it and find yourself falling deeper and deeper in love with your city. Better yet, let us in on your journey by sharing your photos and experiences using #HotListSTL.

ALIVE was front-andcenter for opening night of “DRESSED” at the Regional Arts Commission, the fashionas-art exhibit curated by local fashion designer Michael Drummond. Fashion blogger Sarah Stallman takes you inside the special event that featured live model “installations,” which she helped style—providing unique insights into each designer’s process and inspiration.

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Experience the music of country sensation Kenny Chesney as he makes his way to Verizon Wireless Amphitheater on his No Shoes Nation tour on June 27. With a country-music record of more than 100 stadium shows under his belt, Chesney brings to the stage some of his hottest hits, including tracks from his latest album, “Life on a Rock.” Joining Chesney on the road are special guests Eli Young Band and Kacey Musgraves.

For tickets, visit ticketmaster.com.

The Tony award-winning musical “Monty Python’s Spamalot” takes the stage at The Muny June 17-23, opening the venue’s 95th season. Based on the cult-classic film “Monty Python and the Holy Grail,” this comedic romp tells the legendary tale of King Arthur and his Knights of the Round Table. Renowned stage and screen actor John O’Hurley stars in the role of King Arthur.

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Take “A Trip to the Moon” with Circus Flora under the air-conditioned big top next to Powell Hall from May 30-June 23. Circus Flora soars to the moon, borrowing from an iconic piece of cinematic history (the 1902 silent film of the same name). The show incorporates a world-class roster of Circus Flora performers, including Johnny Peers and the Muttville Comix, Carlos Svenson and his Magical Flying Goats, The Flying Wallendas and many more.

Take part in the festivities of PrideFest, June 29-30, at its new location at Soldiers’ Memorial Downtown. The eclectic lineup of live entertainers features headliners like Taylor Dane, Andy Bell and Josie Lowder, with a healthy sprinkling of drag and burlesque. Sunday’s Pride Parade is a definite highlight, with its colorful procession of local groups, businesses and organizations showing support for STL’s LGBT community.

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Kick off LGBT Pride weekend on June 28 at Lumen Private Event Space with ULTRA, the hottest VIP pride party in town, presented by Bud Light and hosted by ALIVE and Vital VOICE. Enjoy special live entertainment and heat up the dance floor to beats by some of the city’s top DJs, while sipping special sponsored beverages from Pinnacle Vodka and Bud Light. A portion of the evening’s proceeds benefit the Human Rights Campaign.

Beer-lovers unite for the St. Louis Brewers Heritage Festival in Forest Park, June 14-15. Bringing together 15 local brewers from across the St. Louis area, this annual festival features unlimited sampling of more than 80 different brews. Learn about different types of beer and brewing techniques from the multitude of experts and demonstrations at hand, while enjoying live music and gourmet food.

Be among the first to explore Saint Louis Art Musuem’s new East Building at the Grand Opening Festival: A World of Art on June 29-30. The free two-day celebration unveils to the public the landmark project designed by award-winning British architect Sir David Chipperfield. Outside, take part in hands-on art projects and performances by local arts organizations and catch an outdoor concert on Saturday in Shakespeare Glen, featuring St. Louis jazz.

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“DRESSED” exhibit at RAC

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The art community tries on a new look at “DRESSED.” by jennifer wells The convergence of fashion and art is a natural one—and the tastemakers at the Regional Arts Commission have taken note. With the goal of consistently supporting the local creative community, including the artists of the fashion world, RAC enlisted the help of “Project Runway” alum Michael Drummond to curate an innovative art-meets-fashion exhibit and bring his unique vision to the project. The collaboration resulted in “DRESSED,” an exhibit on display through June 15 that has captivated the local art and fashion communities.

The hand-picked talent for “DRESSED” reads like a “who’s who” of the emerging local fashion and art scenes. There’s Project Runway All Star Laura Kathleen, whose vibrant personality and signature style have captivated a national audience; Bob Trump, head draper for Opera Theatre of St. Louis, chosen for his skill in creating ornate denim and leather biker gear; Marie McInerney, who puts her Washington University MFA in visual art to good use with provocative media like detritus and domestic items; Deborah Pontious, a local mentor whose fashion

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design classes at Craft Alliance inspire countless emerging artists; and the risk-taking Drummond, who shows several pieces in addition to his role as curator.

At the May 3 premier of “DRESSED,” the differences between the exhibit and a typical runway show were evident, most visibly in the presentation. Rather than walking a runway, the models perched glamorously on installations—but even more notable were the garments themselves. Unbound by the restraints of commercialism (major buyers, the market, the masses), each piece was a testament to the true creative spirit of fashion as livable, wearable art. There was no chosen theme per se, but elements of protection, love, S&M, sex and identity pervaded.

“Sex and money seem to run everything,” says Drummond, who in his role as curator wasn’t at all concerned with controlling the artists themselves, but instead made sure each designer’s voice came through. “I chose artists who were talented and tenacious—craftsmen and masters of execution. There was already a certain level of trust.”

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champagne In addition to producing a thoughtful and provocative exhibit that expressed his passion for art, fashion and the creative spirit, Drummond was also determined to show that the city of St. Louis is alive with tremendously talented and educated artists. “I selected artists whom I was proud of,” Drummond explains. “Artists who are worthy of a Regional Arts Commission exhibit.”

RAC is equally thrilled by the results of the unique show, a decided departure from its regular thread of exhibits. “This exhibit is so exciting because it’s the first time that The Gallery at the Regional Arts Commission has exhibited fashion as art, and it won’t be the last time,” says Executive Director Jill McGuire. “RAC believes that the creatives in St. Louis are among the best in the country, and Michael Drummond’s show supports that.”

“DRESSED” (minus the models that appeared on opening night) runs now through June 15 at The Gallery at the Regional Arts Commission in The Loop; it is free and open to the public. For more information, visit art-stl.com or call 314.863.5811.

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The grand hall, meant to exhibit sculptures, contains not one statue.

Rocky Seas A lot of thought went into the transitions and flow of the space,

Meters hang on the walls, constantly measuring light, humidity and temperature. There are bare spaces on the walls awaiting grand paintings.

Of the works that are already hung, several remain draped or covered in brown paper. Such is the scene inside the new East Building of the Saint Louis Art Museum as the staff prepares for the much anticipated grand opening of the $162 million expansion on June 29. The new building—expected to garner national attention—features immense galleries that allow the museum to showcase more of its extensive permanent holdings of contemporary and modern art, and host larger traveling exhibits (thanks to the extra space and larger loading dock). Other additions include a new education center, a restaurant and snack bar, and a 300-space underground parking garage.

as well. “Obviously, you can’t control where people will go,” Paik says. “But we still try to influence how they will walk through the new galleries.” For instance, in the transition from the original Cass Gilbert building to the East Building, visitors walk through a small gallery adorned with Ancient Greek and Near East artifacts—so finding themselves in the new building comes as a surprise.

The grandest transition, though, is the $1.9 million outdoor sculpture that links the two buildings. “Stone Sea” is a series of 25 stone arches about 10 feet tall by world-renowned British sculptor Andy Goldsworthy. The stones were milled to exact specifications in Perryville and arranged snugly atop one another, forming arches held together by gravity alone. The sculpture—which visitors pass when moving between buildings on the lower level—is inspired by St. Louis geology and the city’s underlying base of limestone, formed over 300 million years ago when the Midwest was covered by water. With the arches densely arranged, the piece produces a sense of fluidity and movement like the sea.

Light Touch Designed by world-renowned British architect Sir David Chipperfield, the expansion is notably complex and as finely engineered as a Swiss watch. “We chose an architect who had respect for our collection,” says Tricia Paik, assistant curator of modern and contemporary art for SLAM. “He came and looked at it before designing the building.” Natural light is key to Chipperfield’s design. Floor-to-ceiling windows and a one-of-a-kind grid of skylights set into the coffered ceiling allow artwork to be illuminated naturally, which alters the viewing experience from moment to moment. If there are changes in the natural light, the shades and the lighting system automatically adjust to optimally illuminate the art. The skylights in the special exhibit spaces, on the other hand, are faux, so no natural light is allowed in.

This is due in part to the standard agreement when a painting is loaned to a museum—owners fear light damage. The East Building has already earned a LEED gold certification for its environmentally sustainable design, featuring low-flow bathrooms, a green roof, wood from sustainable forests and recycled construction waste.

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Exhibitions Simultaneous with the East Building’s grand opening, SLAM

plans to premiere two new exhibits in the space. “Postwar German Art in the Collection” (June 29-Jan. 26, 2014) will draw from the museum’s extensive archives, featuring works by Sigmar Polke, Anselm Kiefer and others—many of which haven’t been seen in more than 10 years. Paik also notes that the museum is planning to make a catalog of its German holdings. “No other museum can boast of such a collection,” Paik says. “German scholars come to study it, particularly Max Beckman.” The opening will also premiere a new permanent exhibit, “A New View: Contemporary Art,” which explores the developments of postwar American art. Here, visitors can marvel at works by Warhol, Rothko, Pollock and other prominent artists of the era.

The opening weekend festival will feature food trucks, performances by local cultural groups, live music, participatory events and extended museum hours. Visit slam.org for more info.

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Mission Taco Joint

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Hungry people don’t want a history lesson— pork belly with a hint of black beans, slathered with they want tacos. But to fully appreciate what’s spe- ancho barbecue sauce. Finishing an entire torta is cial about Mission Taco Joint, a bit of background always a challenge, but Mission’s are paired with a is in order. seriously tasty chile-crusted potato fry that makes As the name suggests, this new eatery in The Loop it next to impossible—that includes the delectable takes its inspiration from the Mission District in San chicken torta topped with a tasty cilantro-pepita Francisco. California’s Mexican cuisine is influenced pesto. Among the rotating salsa selections, the by early Spanish missionaries who were big into roasted jalapeño and tomatillo had the most wellvegetables, tomatoes, pork and spices—unlike the rounded flavors; the fiery arbol salsa didn’t deliver influences in Texas, where chiles and as much fire as expected. Fans of Texas-style beef came to define “Mexican” food. heat will be reaching instead for the hot sauce Case in point: Only two of the eight bottles on every table.

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There’s a bit of overlap between Mission Now, back to those hungry Taco Joint and two of the other restaurants Mission Taco Joint people. At $2.50 or $3 each, the owned by brothers Adam and Jason Tilford.

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314.932.54308 tacos nestled into the cleverly For example, carne asada fries, chicken flautas Entrées: $2.50 (per crafted metal racks are a steal. Pair and Baja fish tacos are carryovers from Milataco) to $10 a couple of them with a small side gro Modern Mexican in Webster Groves; the Kitchen: Tue.-Sat. (we suggest the cheesy goodness of roasted street corn is a favorite side at Tortil11am-1am, Sun. 11am-midnight the roasted street corn), and a very laria in the Central West End. filling, very flavorful meal is yours for less than $10. behind the bar In mixologist Joel Clark’s house-crafted cocktail recipes, the usual margarita on the menu The menu lists only three main catworkhorse, tequila blanco, appears less often than egories: tacos, burritos and tortas. But have no fear— you’d expect. Instead, be prepared for brown liquors there are plenty of options. Tacos come with cactus, in drinks like The Bourbon Reforms (bourbon, Misslow-roasted pork, brisket, duck, fish, chicken, tofu souri moonshine, sweet vermouth, Benedictine and and grilled flank steak. Our favorite was chicken habanero shrub bitters) and light, fruity flavors like marinated in the sweet-peppery spice achiote, the Dove of Spain (reposado tequila, grapefruit juice, topped with pickled onion and queso fresco. lime juice, soda water and sugar).

The burritos’ protein-starch-vegetable formula It turns out that quite a few local craft beers go lends itself to playful combinations, like the Three really well with tacos, including the Schlafly Kolsch, Little Piggies: braised pork shoulder, chorizo and Civil Life Vienna Lager, 4 Hands Centennial Red and 24

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Popular Pour: Mission margarita (tequila blanco, orange curacao, lime and orange juices and simple syrup) Best Place to Perch: Any table next to the windows overlooking The Loop’s eclectic foot traffic.

Insider Tip: Fruity, refreshing agua fresca isn’t listed on any of the menus; be sure to ask what flavors are available.

Perennial Hommel Bier. Among the national craft beers on tap, the one most closely linked to the California-inspired Mexican dishes on the menu would have to be the Anchor Steam from San Francisco.

On the Walls The design for the tables and bar that runs down an entire side of the main room comes from Space Architecture + Design, well known locally for its green approach to rehabs. The building itself is repurposed (it formerly housed the Delmar Lounge), as are some of the wood and materials in the back room (salvaged from a garage).

The Mission District motif appears again in a mural at the far end of the restaurant. The artist, Angie Cornish, also had a hand in the décor at another eyecatching eatery, Diablitos Cantina in Midtown.

A big tip of the sombrero to the Tilfords for adding another layer of complexity to the local Mexican food scene. From the informality of the taquerías along Cherokee Street to a destination restaurant like Milagro, St. Louisans have dozens of places to discover the diversity of the cuisines we lump together as “Mexican.” Mission Taco Joint is a good place to start that pilgrimage.

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stl now / brew news

Stephen Hale of Schlafly Beer

Florian Kuplent of Urban Chestnut Brewing Company

Kevin Lemp of 4 Hands Brewing Company

Dylan Mosely of The Civil Life Brewing Company

Table Talk

The leaders of St. Louis’ craft beer community come together to talk all things beer. moderated by matt sorrell TO SAY CRAFT BREWING has exploded in

ALIVE: How do you view the “beer culture”

recent years is a major understatement— nationwide, the market for craft beers saw a 15 percent growth in volume just last year, and St. Louis has been on the forefront of this burgeoning microbrew movement. More than 25 breweries are currently churning out beers in the St. Louis area, with several more poised to open their doors this year. This phenomenon inspired us to sit down and have a couple of beers with some of St. Louis’ leading brewers in the cellar at The Schlafly Tap Room to get their perspectives on the state of the local beer scene, where it’s headed and what keeps them creative and inspired.

here in St. Louis?

Wymore: I think it’s pretty evident to those of us who came up in 2011 that there were some niches to fill. We’re all selling beer and we’re all here to stay—and most of it we’re selling here. The craft brew customer base is definitely growing and evolving in St. Louis.

The players Stephen Hale, Schlafly Beer Florian Kuplent, Urban Chestnut Brewing Company Kevin Lemp, 4 Hands Brewing Company Dylan Mosely, The Civil Life Brewing Company James “Otto” Ottolini, Schlafly Beer Brian Owens, O’Fallon Brewery Phil Wymore, Perennial Artisan Ales John Witte, Square One Brewery & Distillery

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ALIVE: Even though you’re all running after

the same dollars, there’s a real camaraderie amongst most of the brewers in St. Louis.

How do you reconcile being competitors and comrades?

Ottolini: It’s a little odd that we have this expectation that there would be this competition among beer brands. I love Companion bread, but I don’t feel shame or guilt if I sleep around with Panera. I think a bit of competition is good; there’s a thing called sportsmanship on any playing field, and beer is no different.

What’s good for beer is good for beer.

Wymore: We all share customers, and that’s different than a lot of businesses where you’re trying to target a certain customer and you don’t want them to consume a competitor’s

product. Like it or not, people who consume our beer also consume the really good beer that Schlafly makes or Urban Chestnut makes, and when you’re on that type of playing field, it’s different—it’s not as cutthroat.

ALIVE: Do we have a big enough beer culture to

support all of the brewers and keep the scene friendly like that?

Witte: There is a beer culture that is growing in St. Louis, and there’s still plenty of room to grow that pie. We have a lot of breweries that are doing a lot of different styles, and that can help expand the customer’s mindset of what craft beer is.

ALIVE: Do you see yourselves as local brewers,

or as a part of something bigger?

Kuplent: Well, it’s definitely not just St. Louis

and the US where stuff is happening. In Europe, even in Germany where there’s a very conservative market, there are small breweries popping up. I think we’re all part of the worldwide brewing community. As exciting as the local scene is, we’re definitely part of something bigger.

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James Ottolini of Schlafly Beer

Brian Owens of O’Fallon Brewery

ALIVE: Where do you look for inspiration?

Hale: Short answer—everywhere for me.

Lemp: We draw a lot of our inspiration from

the kitchen. We even use “The Flavor Bible” at the brewery to look at different ingredients and what works well with what. Morning Glory is a sweet potato beer that we brewed and tried to get creative with the culinary aspect of it, pairing different spices and using wood chips in the brewing process. We’re inspired by the culinary scene in St. Louis, which is also fantastic. If you look at the culinary scene with the farm-totable movement and the coffee scene with the single-origin coffee and small roasters, there’s a lot of stuff going on at the craft level locally, which I think is exciting.

ALIVE: What do you do to help the uninitiated

branch out and get into drinking craft beers?

Mosely: At our pub, we encounter customers

who don’t care what they’re ordering as long as it’s “light.” There’s a fear of the unknown, generally speaking. Sometimes you just bow to that.

I’m oftentimes surprised, though, how many times I can suggest our brown beer to someone and get them to enjoy it. It doesn’t always work, but sometimes there’s a genuine moment of, “Hey, I do like that!”

Lemp: We developed our Single Speed to be that gateway beer for people who’ve been loyal to the macro-lagers to find their way into the craft beer portfolio. We also look at our brewery in

Phil Wymore of Perennial Artisan Ales

a couple of different ways. We don’t just build our brand on beer. We try to create events to get people into the brewery who don’t even like craft beer. It’s a great way for us to introduce them. We’re not just looking at the craft beer enthusiast.

Ottolini: I think when you’re dealing with a customer, there are two things you’re charged with. One is giving them what they want and the second is giving them something they didn’t know they wanted in the first place. If you can do the second one, that’s a neat trick. I don’t think anyone knew they wanted a smartphone until they came out. There’s an air of pretentiousness to assume that anyone knows what someone else wants without engaging in an authentic level of interest and finding out what it is they want. The key is making them comfortable outside their comfort zone, like what [Kevin] does at 4 Hands—where people come and have a good time, and the next thing they know, they’ve enjoyed one of his beers. That’s pretty cool.

ALIVE: Where is the local beer scene headed?

Will we see a return to more classic styles, or will there be more outside-the-box stuff happening?

Owens: I hope a little of both. As a beer drinker myself, I like diversity, and that’s what we’re seeing now in St. Louis. At O’Fallon, we’ve got some very classic styles and some experi-

John Witte of Square One Brewery & Distillery

mental stuff. I think Florian does a great job of having two lines that focus on each side. The more diversity there is, the better.

Mosely: Beer isn’t really the front horse on this cart. Running your business well is really the lead horse. Any number of things could happen.

I think it would be really difficult to theorize what’s going to happen across an entire city or what’s happening with beer in America. It really comes down to the personal statements the people running the breweries want to make and how effective they are at running things.

Hale: Customers have often driven it. It took us a while to get our [at the time] biggest and hoppiest beer out there, the Dry Hopped APA. That was a beer for Hop In The City, and people said, “That’s it; make more of it.” We don’t always get to make what we want all of the time. It’s about them. If you make just what you want and [the customers] don’t like it, you’re going to have to dump it and make what they want ultimately.

You can drive it as much as you think you can, but really it’s up to them.

Mosely: Beer can be a fashion statement, but at the end of the day, people don’t wear super uncomfortable shoes all day long. Unless you find that sweet spot where you come up with something people really and truly want to drink, you’re in a tough spot.

To read the full roundtable discussion, visit alivemag.com.

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Mad Man

STL transplant Travis Sheridan is “mad” about his new city—and does everything possible to promote and fuel its growth.

by Jeremy Nulik

Travis Sheridan gestures toward the 1960s

plastic Sears-catalog television that is chock full of alcohol and offers us a drink. This is after a group of us have conquered the gauntlet of keypad-locked doors, stairways and lobbies to finally make it into his cozy Majestic Stove loft.

If bourbon or scotch is not your poison, you can choose from the wine selection in the repurposed library card catalog—a Dewey Decimal system of fermented grape juice.

Tonight is the second night in many months of boozestorming, which Sheridan, Assistant Vice President of Innovation & Entrepreneurship for the St. Louis County Economic Council, describes as “drinking outside the box.” It is a kind of brainstorming exercise that harkens back to the days of Don Draper—a bunch of guys sip scotch and talk about tough issues, from personal to local and even global. Sheridan employs a formal format to the discussion: what’s known about the problem, possible solutions and what the future would look like. Everything is documented, including the beverages consumed. Sheridan tends to be a stickler for making sure everything can be quantified and replicated.

On this night, about a dozen entrepreneurs, artists and executives gather around the Pinterestinspired table that Sheridan constructed from pine planks and a table-leg kit. Nearly everything in his loft has rust on it somewhere—and with the rust come the stories. His extensive Pez dispenser collection is mounted on a wall above a row of theater-salvaged seats. Nearby stands a 12-foot-tall metal “T,” which Sheridan removed from a demolition site several years ago in Fresno, CA. He moved to town from the coast just a year ago with his St. Louis-native fiancé Gina Becker, a librarian.

“Everything in here is a reflection of me and Gina,” says Sheridan, who worked in an incubator for ag-tech entrepreneurs in Fresno. “You have the books, library themes, the unique pieces of artwork and letters. And everything has been given a new purpose. That’s what I do.”

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Sheridan is indeed creating new purpose—for both himself and for the city he has come to love.

Much like the items in his loft, Sheridan doesn’t see a used, hollow place when he looks at St. Louis.

Instead, he describes St. Louis as one of the most vibrant entrepreneurial ecosystems in the country.

This view was his reason to move here from California, a place more commonly associated with entrepreneurial friendliness. His reasoning goes beyond some blind kind of patriotism.

“People often cite the economics of the Midwest as being cheap. I look at the Midwest and see that my time and money can go a lot further here,” says Sheridan, who predicts that the notoriety and success of the St. Louis region will be on par with Chicago within five years. “That’s not about the Midwest being cheap. It’s about the Midwest being a place where things can be maximized.”

It’s impossible for Sheridan to make these observations and remain a casual observer. In ad-

dition to boozestorming, he is also working with a partner to create OverFundIt, an online crowdfunding platform for “doers;” reboundSTL, a program to draw young and talented people back to St. Louis; and the St. Louis Startup Challenge, a business plan competition from the St. Louis County Economic Council. Threading all of this activity together is an intense earnestness for infusing innovation and creativity into situations or efforts that directly impact people.

“Most things I get involved with, launch, lead or dream up start with a causal relationship or a clear problem people frequently try to fix,” Sheridan explains. “I’ve noticed that really cool stuff happens when the environment is right.

This is one reason why I make note of what people were drinking during boozestorming. It’s like I try to identify the perfect recipe for success. This has served me well in my career. One look at my loft and you can see that creating an environment is very important to me.”

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Need more proof? Just look at the current snowball of progress.

by Aaron Perlut

When a snowball rolls down hill, it gains

momentum, gets bigger, rolls faster. And if you’ve been paying attention to what’s going on in and around St. Louis over the past two years, there’s a good size snowball heading down the mountain and picking up speed.

Look around. I know throughout my eight years in town I’ve seen a sea change in the way locals seem to feel about the region, its collaborative spirit and the number of efforts that are forming a modern-day progressive movement stretching from O’Fallon to O’Fallon.

Just hop online and visit communities like NextSTL or movements like Lovin’ The Lou, St. Louis For The Love, as well as what we are trying to accomplish with Rally Saint Louis. It’s all positive momentum working to move our region forward.

“We had a lot of conversations with different communities of people who felt they were living in a microcosm and didn’t know where the other like-minded people were,” says Nicole

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Hudson Hollway, general manager of the St. Louis Beacon and founder of St. Louis For The Love (#STLFTL).

Like many others, Hollway and her co-founders grew tired of the negative commentary that periodically comes from both outside and inside St. Louis. They created #STLFTL with an eye on building and supporting locals who live their passion here. “Yes, there are divides and challenges,” Hollway adds. “But also people coming together to solve problems, live integrated lives, innovate and celebrate their life in St. Louis.”

It’s easy to assume that the skinny-jeanwearing hipsters sending snarky tweets are the ones driving progress, but the much-needed improvements that will soon come to the Gateway Arch and surrounding landscape as a result of widespread community support for Proposition P is yet another symbol of the snowball coming from all corners.

“It’s hard to understate the value of one of the greatest public sculptures in the world and

Aaron Perlut is a partner in the nationally recognized digital marketing and public relations agency Elasticity and helped found Rally Saint Louis, which works to improve the region’s perception by giving citizens a voice and opportunity to take action.

Illustration by Sarah quatrano

Aaron Perlut photo courtesy of Perlut.

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what it means to the surrounding region that it often represents on a national scale,” says Walter Metcalfe, the longtime Bryan Cave partner who has been leading the charge to reinvent the Gateway Arch grounds. “It stands for American ideals of discovery, courage, hope and optimism, which is why it was heartening to see so many in our region reaffirm that through their support of Prop P and investment in St. Louis’ future.”

Sure—considering every TV news story about St. Louis uses the Arch’s imagery and it’s the first place any tourist visits—renovating the grounds makes sense. But signs of progress go much deeper than focusing on the mass-scale initiatives, despite our historical track record of ignoring the sum of the parts, or the little things that make the region a pretty solid place to live.

That’s where people like Alex Ihnen come in.

He’s trying to “make civics cool” by focusing on the micro-issues like zoning change hearings, building permits or plans for a sidewalk—because it’s all a part of what creates a new St. Louis. “If we care about our community, we have to pay attention to the small decisions made every day,” says Ihnen, the founder of NextSTL, who by day works in development for Washington University. “It’s the people and the processes that make our city. Every additional person we can bring into the conversation about our community is a win.”

And as Ihnen works beneath the grass tips, his intentions of giving a collaborative voice to all St. Louisans is shared by some of the region’s leadership—a stark contrast from years past—which is best reflected by the spirit of partnership that Joe Reagan has brought to his role as president of the St. Louis Regional Chamber.

“We’re focused on leveraging the authentic strengths of St. Louis to make it a more attractive place to live, work and invest,” says Reagan, who spent his first six months on the job taking a “listening tour” and meeting with a vast crosssection of officials and citizens. “But moving forward, we only win together, collaboratively, as one team focused on the shared prosperity of the entire bi-state region.”

Without question, this snowball is getting bigger and picking up speed. It’s being pushed by a diverse collection of people, including old guard and new guard, white and black, artists and business community members, clergy, natives and transplants.

Pay attention to what’s happening around you.

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Maggie Crane

31, Director of Communications, Office of the Mayor Interview by jennifer dulin wiley

She’s the “right-hand man” to Mayor Francis Slay, and the first person you’ll likely hear from when it comes to policies, announcements and all things mayoral in the city of St. Louis. Whether writing his next big speech or crafting a quote for The New York Times, Maggie Crane has a voice to be heard—and it screams St. Louis dedication and pride.

How she Got Into the Biz I spent nearly

a decade in broadcast news, most recently as a reporter for KMOV, when I got a call from Mayor Slay’s office. I’d always liked interviewing the guy, and while I never envisioned leaving TV news at that time, it was too hard to pass up such a unique opportunity to work for the mayor and to have a hand in helping shape the city that I love and call home.

Education/Training I have a bachelor’s degree in communications from Saint Louis University, but I think my training started far earlier. My parents must have seen something like this in my future, because I started working in my mom’s restaurant as a kid, counting change for customers at 6 years old and waiting tables by age 9. It was a great education in customer relations.

Best Work Day Ever The Cardinals home

opener. Let’s face it: the day is nearly a holiday in the city of St. Louis, and after getting the mayor through several interviews, we went to the game. A close second is the night of the primary election. I started less than six weeks before voters went to the polls. Clearly, I had a good feeling about how the votes would shake out, but it was still nice to know that I was going to have a job for the next four years!

Why Her Job Rocks I’m curious by nature

and always want answers to my questions.

There’s nothing like getting those answers directly from the top. I’m also exposed to a lot of forward-thinkers and have the opportunity to help shape city policy.

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Typical Day I talk to reporters, write speech-

es, put out fires and ignite them when necessary. One thing is certain: no two days are alike, and that’s what I like about it.

Proudest Moment I hadn’t been here long

when Mayor Slay gave me a compliment about my work and work ethic. It meant a lot, especially coming from a man who keeps insane hours. My dad also thought it was pretty cool when I was quoted in The New York Times about the city’s response to a snow storm.

Best Job Perk After spending years parking blocks away from work and reporting outside in the rain, snow or heat, it’s the little things I enjoy—like a parking spot right outside City Hall and four walls and a door to my own office. But, in all seriousness, I’m lucky to have access to smart leaders throughout our region, whether it’s at a meeting in the mayor’s office or accompanying him to a dinner reception.

Favorite industry anecdote I think it’s easy to underestimate how dedicated the people are who work in public service and keep this city running. It’s a 24/7/365 operation. There are some really dynamic people who work to make the city of St. Louis a better place to live.

Best thing about St. Louis There are too

many to list! But I’m obsessed with our architecture, our cultural institutions and our food.

I never have any trouble finding some good live music, an art show or a new restaurant to try.

One thing about Mayor Slay people would be surprised by He knows at least one

word in almost any language, and he can juggle (both literally and figuratively). Oh, and he has good taste in music—Pink Floyd is a favorite.

Goals for the Future Ten years ago, I never

imagined myself in this job, so it’s hard to see exactly where this might lead me next. For now, this is a cool new challenge.

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Kristi Pinkham 27, Stylist Describe your personal style. Quirky and bright with a touch of pizzazz.

What are you wearing today? An old Boy Scout shirt found at a flea market in LA with a thrifted vintage cheerleader skirt and Lucchese cowgirl boots from Chuck’s Boots.

What is your favorite fashion era? I love the ’60s. Fashion felt more fearless and fun—something we can all use a little bit more of in our lives.

Where do you go for great vintage finds in STL? Retro 101 and Vintage Haberdashery always have great selections. For me, vintage is all about the hunt, so estate sales are always an excellent source for one-of-a-kind treasures.

What runway trends are you loving right now?

Pattern and color blocking are huge trends for me right now. I also love anything embellished and sparkly.

Which items from your closet can you not live without? Jewelry—the more the merrier!

What is your go-to piece? My Rag & Bone heritage high-rise skinny jeans.

Which designers are you obsessed with? Marc Jacobs and Miu Miu. What is your biggest fashion pet peeve? Rules.

Who’s to say what colors to wear and when? Oh, and Uggs; I am not a fan.

Who is your style icon and how has he/she influenced your personal style? When I first heard of the Man Repeller blog, I didn’t really know what to expect; it seemed a little intense.

But now I find myself looking at Leandra Medine’s site more and more to get inspiration and some laughs from her adventurous, effortless, funky approach to style. Her choices are always a great reminder that we should dress for ourselves and love what we wear.

What is the next piece you hope to add to your closet? Kate Spade has some pretty sweet book clutches I have had my eye on; the yellow Great Gatsby one is my favorite. But until then, Pinterest might have to help me figure out how to make one of my own to channel my inner bookworm.

- Interview by Samantha Chadwick

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Two newly engaged St. Louis couples share their love stories.

Whitney Agers, 27 & Ryan Schaaf, 32 Occupations: I teach Kindergarten, first and second grade art at North County Primary School in Bonne Terre, MO. Ryan is a union carpenter for Safway Industrial at Phillips 66 Refinery in Wood River, IL. The Proposal: Ryan tricked me into coming back to St. Louis on Christmas Eve morning to do some last-minute shopping for his family’s Christmas celebration that evening. I was definitely a little confused, because he had assured me several times that week that he was finished with his shopping. I told him that I would ride with him, but that I needed to stay at his house and get ready for Christmas Eve mass that evening while he ran errands. When he came home, he didn’t have any bags or gifts (he assured me they were in the car). As I turned the corner, I found him down on one knee with an absolutely gorgeous ring. He told me he had wanted to wait until after the hustle of the holiday season was over, but when his jeweler called and said the ring was

ready, he couldn’t wait any longer to give it to me! We celebrated the rest of the evening and the next day with both of our families.

Our Song: Ryan and I have very eclectic tastes in music, but something that always makes us think of each other is “Stubborn Love” by The Lumineers.

Together we like to: Ryan is a bit of an adrenaline junkie and has introduced me to things outside of my comfort zone like mountain biking, rock climbing and wakeboarding. We also love entertaining and being with our friends and families at barbecues and get-togethers. In the summer, we go on a lot of camping and float trips. We love looking up information and planning our future vacations and adventures. We can’t wait to experience everything Saint Lucia has to offer on our honeymoon this summer!

The Big Day: July 13, 2013, at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church.

Occupations: I am a supervising producer for FOX 2/KPLR 11, and James is an environmental representative (health inspector) for the St. Louis County Department of Health.

First Date: We ate dinner and played games at Dave and Busters for hours.

I always joke about our date and the Quick Shot (moving basketball rim) game. I won several times—in heels!

We both are so competitive. Neither of us will ever forget that night and the laughs and jokes we shared. I knew at that moment we would become the best of friends.

Together we like to: We both are big movie fans, so catching dinner and a show is always at the top of our list.

We also enjoy laser tag, miniature golf and karaoke. Our ideal St. Louis date night would be dinner at PF Chang’s, our favorite, followed by a concert or comedy show at Chaifetz Arena or Fox Theatre. Then, we’d cap it all off with a nice bottle of wine.

Belive it or not: We have a list of recorded shows that we both love to watch. Since we don’t live together, we wait until the weekend to watch them together and critique the episodes.

The Proposal: It came as a total surprise! For our six-year anniversary in December, I didn’t want to make a big fuss—little did I know that James had an entire weekend of fun events planned! At the end of it all, he got down on one knee at my apartment and popped the question—it was intimate, personal and just great.

The Big Day: June 21, 2014, at The City of Life Christian Church, with a reception at The Ceders.

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St. Louis fashion star Laura Kathleen designs the wedding of her dreams. by lindsay pattan When Laura Kathleen of “Project Runway

All Stars” offered ALIVE exclusive behind-thescenes access to her wedding, we could hardly contain our excitement. Widely known as one of St. Louis’ most fashionable socialites and talented designers, a wedding of this nature is a hot topic.

ALIVE Contributing Fashion Editor Samantha Chadwick joined the bridal party for an emotional day of hair, makeup and wardrobe, while staffer Lindsay Pattan took in the ceremony and reception as a guest. But amidst all the glamour, elegance and amazing fashion, love was the most

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prominent characteristic of Laura Kathleen Planck and Daniel Baker’s big day.

UNIVERSE AT PLAY In October 2011, Laura and Daniel were happily single and focusing on their own successful careers when a friend stepped in with other plans. On her “Project Runway” blog, Laura mused “…a friend wanted me to meet [someone]…I first responded with a ‘no thanks.’”

After some persuasion on both sides, Laura and Daniel reluctantly scheduled a date. They made plans to meet in a familiar setting at Bar Napoli

in Clayton. When Laura walked through the door, she immediately noticed a handsome man enjoying a glass of red wine at the bar and, distracted, waited patiently for her date to arrive.

Daniel didn’t have the same patience; he was immediately struck by Laura’s beauty and poise and introduced himself. According to family and friends, Daniel was smitten in moments and aware that his future was about to change paths.

Six months into their relationship, Laura and Daniel knew they had found the perfect match in each other and began to find the word “engagement”

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making its way into their conversations. When a trip to Vail with their parents appeared on the calendar, Laura started to daydream. “I was thinking that he was going to ask me in Vail, but didn’t want to get my hopes up,” she says. While Laura was anxiously baiting family for hints, Daniel was taking her parents to dinner to ask for their blessings. The night before the couple was scheduled to fly out, Laura came home to a candlelit loft where Daniel was waiting with the ring of her dreams: a black diamond surrounded by canary diamonds in yellow gold. Needless to say, Laura said “yes.”

the world’s A stage Choosing a venue for the wedding meant selecting

a canvas that would tell the couple’s story on their big day. With backgrounds in luxury and an eye for detail, Laura and Daniel enthusiastically reserved The Fabulous Fox Theatre. The space, famous for its SiameseByzantine interior, is glamorous, timeless and awe-inspiring—a perfect complement to the couple’s sleek, modern aesthetic.

When the special day arrived, guests were greeted by the ornate detailing of the Fox Theatre’s lobby, a simple guest book and understated rows of seating facing the dramatic staircase. The mothers of the bride and groom wore timeless red dresses designed by Laura Kathleen for the wedding.

The bride wore her grandmother Peggy’s dress, passed down from her aunt Meg, which she altered for her own wedding. The bridesmaids wore chic, strapless jumpsuits with flowing, pleated legs—also designed by Laura Kathleen. Michael Drummond, a fellow “Project Runway” star, created a special look to wear alongside Laura in the bridal party, and the groomsmen donned slim, classic black suits. special touches After the ceremony, the couple took some time for photos with close friends and family. Laura reappeared in her second dress, a contemporary gray floor-length gown created in a graphic angel print she designed for the event. She carried a bouquet of gifted brooches, each with its own special meaning. Daniel joined her on stage in front of their friends and family for a short series of heartfelt speeches and champagne toasts to the couple.

After sentiments were shared, the wedding party led the group back into the lobby for an elegant dinner. Gold centerpieces made of interesting objects of all shapes and heights sat on the tables, while gold chargers and glamorous details gave an air of royalty to the reception. The guest list included attendees such as Jeff and Mary Clarke of Mother Model Management, “Project Runway” alums Viktor Luna, Casanova and Joshua McKinley, as well as other elite St. Louis socialites. The wedding party sat atop the lobby stairwell where the couple had spoken their vows, and enjoyed a spectacular view of the dance floor. After dinner, Laura changed into her third look, a pearlembellished pantsuit designed by Viktor Luna of “Project Runway” Season 9. Dancing, drinks, laughter and the traditional tears of happiness followed— bringing a wedding fit for fashion’s elite to a sentimental close.

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Cardinals heavy hitter Matt Carpenter on hard work, mental toughness, quirky superstitions and the transition to a promising major-league career.

by amy de la hunt cover and inside photograpy by attilio d'agostino styled by samantha chadwick | Hair by Valerie Brown Shot on location at Busch Stadium. Special thanks to Matt Carpenter and the St. Louis Cardinals.

ALIVE: You spent the winter learning a new position. How did you go about that?

Matt Carpenter: I had a lot of help with coaching. I went down to spring training almost a month early to work with our infield instructor, Jose Oquendo. We worked really hard. It wasn’t easy, but it’s something I knew I could do if I put in the work—and it’s worked out well so far. I had played infield before, so I knew how to field ground balls. It was harder learning the mental side of it—knowing where to be, what to do with the ball when you get it...stuff that comes up in a game.

Matt Carpenter came into the Cardinals’ 2013 season on fire, belting so many hits that his batting average at one point reached .400. After catching the attention of Cardinals Nation and earning a consistent spot batting leadoff, he has settled in with a batting average around .300 with 42 hits, 30 runs and three homers (as of press time), which lands him near the top of National League rankings.

The impressive batting comes at a time when Carpenter, a utility player who’s at home in the infield or outfield, is focusing less on offense and more on defense as he adjusts to playing second base, a new position for him.

The 27-year-old Texan spent an extra month before training camp cramming “10 years of experience at a position into a couple months.”

That same work ethic has Carpenter arriving at Busch Stadium before most of the rest of the team—around noon for an evening game.

Carpenter’s locked-on-target intensity is tempered by a playful spirit. Core things matter to him—his success as a hitter, his game-day routine, his devotion to Texas Christian University and his favorite meal of the day, breakfast. (Half and Half in Clayton is a favorite, thanks to good coffee and breakfast service until 2pm.) But he’s perfectly flexible on others. His role on the field?

He’ll take anything. Meals other than breakfast?

He loves experimenting with new foods. His pro city? Even though he’s a Houston-area native who grew up an Astros fan, Carpenter is enthralled by St. Louis as a baseball town, and he’s happy living in Brentwood.

During the season, Carpenter freely admits that he doesn’t have much of a life outside of baseball. “When I wake up, I really just come to the field,” he says. But the offseason is a different story, when a more laid-back Carpenter spends time with his wife, Mackenzie, his 1-year-old maltipoo, Brooks, and family members, including a brother in the oil and gas industry and a sister who recently graduated from college. He also hunts, fishes and goes to as many TCU football games as possible. “I won’t pick up a bat or ball for a couple months,” he says. Lucky for Cardinals Nation, the bat and ball will remain firmly in-hand as Carpenter digs into a season that could be one of his most important yet.

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ALIVE: How does your confidence in fielding tie into your hitting?

MC: Having an opportunity to be in there on a consistent basis has helped a lot. Last year, it didn’t matter how well I did—I wasn’t going to play every day. This year, it’s a little different.

The at-bats are coming more consistently, so I think that has something to do with it. But also just another year of experience helps. You start seeing guys you’ve faced before and becoming more comfortable with them.

ALIVE: You came up in 2011 and played often but not daily in 2012. Has it been tough getting used to the more rigorous schedule?

MC: You get a small taste of what it is in the minors, so the adjustment isn’t too big. It’s still an adjustment, but college to pro is really big. You’re talking 65 games to 140 games in a year, so that can be tough. It’s all part of the learning experience.

ALIVE: Give us some examples of things you had to “learn to do.”

MC: My first place I played pro ball, I slept on a blow-up mattress in the living room with another guy. We had five guys in a two-room apartment. One year, I slept in a hallway on a mattress.

That’s the way it is. Coming up through the minor leagues, you learn how to play a nine-inning game on a peanut butter and jelly sandwich and then go to sleep on a blow-up mattress.

ALIVE: What was the most difficult adjustment?

MC: The pressure and the distractions at this level of baseball are something you can’t really explain unless you’ve seen it firsthand. You can play minor-league baseball and do all these sorts of things, but once you get up here, you’re starting to really see things for the first time. Now, all of a sudden, you’ve got family members you haven’t talked to in years wanting to come to the game. Then there’s the pressure to perform. It’s all about winning and doing well. If you’re not doing well, you won’t be here. That can be a grind, too. The mental side of this can be pretty demanding.

ALIVE: You live in Texas during the off-season.

Do you enjoy living in St. Louis the other part of the year?

MC: I love it. I love the big city-small town kind of feel, and obviously the baseball side of it is as good as you’re going to get. It reminds me a lot of the town I went to college in, Fort Worth. There

are a lot of similarities. I could see myself living here someday.

ALIVE: Everyone jokes about baseball superstitions. Do you have any?

MC: I am superstitious, but they change so much.

I just do weird stuff, like if I wear a certain cologne to the field and I have a good game, then I’ll wear it again. And if I don’t have a good game, then I won’t. [Or] if, before the game, I eat something and it ends up being a good game, I’ll probably eat that until it ends up not being a good game.

If you’re going through a good stretch, you might end up eating turkey burgers for 12 days in a row.

ALIVE: Are you starting to have some favorite ballparks?

MC: Obviously I love it here [at Busch Stadium].

When you’re on the road for 15 days, it’s nice to come back home. I love the fact that you can see the retired numbers of all the Hall of Famers—the tradition that comes with the stadium.

I like the Downtown skyline backdrop. But what makes this place so great is the fans.

ALIVE: What impact do the hometown fans have when you’re the opposing team?

MC: It definitely heightens all of your senses and your awareness. Having a crowd that’s into the game is a big deal from the player’s standpoint.

You definitely have that adrenaline that runs through your blood and helps you get ready for any situation. And it’s just fun playing in that atmosphere, even if they’re ragging you and they’re on you—and most of them are! It makes it that much more fun to go out and compete against that rival team. That’s what makes this game what it is.

ALIVE: When did you start to think you’d actually get a shot at the majors?

MC: I won the Cardinals Organization 2010 Minor League Player of the Year. That’s when it really started to sink in my head that I might be able to make it.

ALIVE: What is game day like for you?

MC: I’m usually one of the first guys to get here, around noon for an evening game…baseball players are creatures of habit. There are a lot of guys who try to do the same thing every day.

ALIVE: Do you have any favorite game memories?

MC: Game 3 of the NLCS in the post season this last year. I hit a game-winning home run versus Matt Cain, and that was a big one. It’s something you dream about as a kid, but to be able to live it is pretty special. It’s addicting. You want to experience that again—play in those kinds of moments.

ALIVE: What does it feel like now, being on the other side where young fans look up to you?

MC: It’s cool. I don’t know how to put it into words, but it’s a neat thing to see a kid with your jersey.

Photo shoot Assistants: Morgan Gillespie, Laura Guelker, Ruth Lee, Kalie Long, Abigail Newell and Grace Pettit.

Number of hours before a game that Carpenter arrives at Busch Stadium Carpenter’s signing bonus in 2009 The infielder’s salary in 2013 The jersey number he picked without any superstition behind it Number of positions Carpenter has played since coming up from the minors in 2011

The date Carpenter belted the clutch homer that scored the decisive runs in Game 3 of the NLCS

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Best new restaurant pastaria Living up to sky-high expectations didn’t faze Pastaria’s chef and owner Gerard Craft. His simple pizzas and pastas— though quite a departure from the haute cuisine next door at Niche or the French fare at his CWE bistro Brasserie—are worth lining up for. It’s no accident Craft recently earned a spot among the James Beard Foundation's Best Chef: Midwest nominees for the fourth year. In his hands, magical things happen with just a few ingredients, like the pecorino and grana padano cheeses and pepper that season the Canestri Cacio e Pepe to perfection. And let’s not forget about the house-made gelato. Clayton, 314.862.6603.

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best fine dining cielo The location—on the eighth floor of the Four Seasons Hotel Downtown—certainly doesn’t hurt. But you can’t eat a view, so at the end of the day, Cielo has to deliver the goods to the table. And it does, thanks to Executive Chef Fabrizio Schenardi. As at many St. Louis fine dining establishments, modern Italian is the dominant influence here. Schenardi, Italian by birth, has an advantage. He capitalizes on it with dishes like veal shoulder ravioli with spinach and ricotta or tuna caponata and saba, using locally sourced meats and produce whenever possible and accenting entrées with house-made pastas, breads, gelato and sorbetto. Cielo recently upped the ante with its new Gaja Wine Room, overseen

by Michael Pechlof, a sommelier certified in the US and Europe. Downtown, 314.881.5800.

Best ambiance Bar Les Frères Order the blini with caviar, take a look around, and voilà—Paris. Transforming a former shoe store into a French-style bistro takes confidence and aplomb, both of which owner Zoe Robinson demonstrates in all three of her restaurants. With longtime design collaborator David Richardson, Robinson spent more than a year gathering décor for Bar Les Frères. Her favorites?

The hand-scouted portraits—a true “labor of love”—and the antlers behind the bar, a signature element that reigns amidst the femininity of the chairs, settee and gilded flourishes. Robinson is already stockpiling new finds for an adjoining event space, set to open next winter and intended to evoke a grand hall in a chic Parisian hotel. Clayton, 314.725.8880.

Best wine list annie gunn's “Best wine tome” might be a better name for this category, considering that the winning entry is a hefty binder full of flavor notes and facts about 700 wines. It represents nearly every wine-producing region—including 30 wines from Missouri, a passion of longtime wine guru Glenn Bardgett. Wondering where to start?

Bardgett points out that the list offers 40 wines by the glass and includes a large selection of inexpensive wines in all categories. Or you can place your trust in the staff, whose recommendations for food-wine pairings are spot on.

Chesterfield, 636.532.7684.

Best chef Kevin Nashan Being an award-winning chef is all well and good, but mentoring others as they rise in the industry is truly something special. An example: Pastry Chef Robert Zugmaier, a contender in Food & Wine Magazine's Best New Pastry Chef competition, works under Nashan’s tutelage at Sidney Street Café.

Nashan takes the same approach to the local food community, striving to support and elevate independent restaurants and producers across St. Louis. Nashan—who earned his second straight James Beard Foundation Best Chef: Midwest semifinalist ranking earlier this year—is perfectly at home concocting a four-step cooking process for octopus or talking about the herb-and-veggie garden behind his restaurant. It’s no surprise, then, that 10 years into his ownership, Sidney Street is a dining destination where everyone feels at home. Benton Park, 314.771.5777.

Olio

Most innovative concept elaia and olio A wine bar in an old gas station and a fine-dining establishment in a twostory house…connected together? "Hmm," you might say with a raised eyebrow. "Interesting." Chef and owner Ben Poremba makes it work—and in a neighborhood where few foodies would ever have ventured previously. Now they come in droves for Elaia’s dishes like pulled pork and braised kale stem lasagna or bruschetta with ricotta, braised beet stems and pecorino sardo.

At Olio, a more casual approach leads to intriguing salads, sandwiches and spreads while giving Poremba the chance to spotlight his South City salume endeavor, whose products appear on Olio’s charcuterie platters. Botanical Heights, 314.932.1088.

Best brunch The Restaurant at The Cheshire Velvety scones. Steel-cut oats with poached fruit and spiced nuts. Pecan sticky buns. Buttermilk pancakes. Prime rib hash. These are just a few of the ways this newcomer has taken the brunch scene by storm—and it’s no wonder. Reading the menu is incentive enough to hop out of bed on a lazy Sunday morning. And we haven’t even gotten to the beignets, grapefruit brûlée or house-smoked salmon with poached eggs, potato cake and dill hollandaise. Executive Chef Rex Hale’s philosophy of sourcing ingredients from local and environmentally responsible producers shows in dishes like the Ozark Forest mushroom-spinach omelet with Baetje Farms goat cheese. Clayton, 314.932.7818.

Best business lunch Eleven Eleven Mississippi Just a hop, skip and a jump from Downtown lies Eleven Eleven. The Tuscan-New World fusion menu is unpredictable enough to be interesting but not daunting. The wild boar ravioli are a perennial-favorite appetizer, as are the oven-baked pizzas. Even hard-to-please colleagues will find a dish they like, whether it’s a lunch plate like the roasted airline chicken breast with honey-goat cheese polenta, chili glazed Brussels sprouts and citrus-beet relish or the 8-oz. grass-fed burger with Tillamook Cheddar and grilled onions. For visitors from out of town looking for a unique St. Louis experience, might we suggest the gooey butter cake? Lafayette Square, 314.241.9999.

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Best bakery pint-size bakery This tiny shop packs a wallop when it comes to selection. There are endless variations of cakes by the slice, iced sugar cookies, tarts, galettes, bread pudding, macaroons, scones, cupcakes, pies and brownies. The salted caramel croissants, available only on weekends, are both addictive and elusive. All of owner and Pastry Chef Christy Augustin’s goodies use pure butter, free-range eggs, unbleached flours and (when possible) local, seasonal fruit. Her deep ties to the restaurant community extend to a stint at Sidney Street Café, but happily for sugar addicts everywhere, her wares are now available without reservations. South City, 314.645.7142.

Best mexican La Vallesana This taco shop went from a tiny shack barely large enough for a grill and cash register to a newly constructed sit-down restaurant—the American dream in bricks and mortar. In Mexico, owner Hilario Vargas specialized in ice cream and frozen fruit treats (too delicioso to be lumped together with Popsicles), which he still offers at the expanded eatery.

But it’s the tacos and tortas that really pack the seats—washed down with horchata, a traditional drink of ground almonds. The corner patio is a great place to watch the Cherokee streetscape and, occasionally, hear live Mexican music. Cherokee, 314.776.4223.

Best Deli Snarf's With locations in The Loop and the MX District—and a third on the way—owners Jodi and Maty Aronson are fueling serious cravings for Snarf’s signature toasted sandwiches with toppings like prime rib, barbecue brisket, eggplant parmesan, meatballs and provolone—not to mention the signature mix of jalapeños, carrots, olives and cauliflower in olive oil. The environmentally friendly stores use sustainable products and keep their carbon footprints small by getting bread from a bakery on The Hill and produce from the University City Farmers’ Market.

Multiple locations, eatsnarfs.com.

Best Locavore Menu local harvest café Ninety percent is a key number for Local Harvest co-owner Maddie Earnest. The café's seasonal dinner menus feature 90 percent locally grown or produced products, and 90 percent of the meat is from farmers who are raising their animals in a sustainable way with no hormones or antibiotics. Consumers are responding, to the point that the Tower Grove location recently started taking dinner reservations, and the more recent Downtown and Kirkwood locations remain bustling.

Among the favorite locavore dishes is the stuffed meatball: grass-fed beef with housemade ginger ricotta, topped with a fried egg and served over sautéed greens with Missouri whiskey glaze. Multiple locations, localharvestcafe.com.

Best coffeehouse SUMP coffee At this shrine to the beloved elixir of caffeine delivery, the craftsmanship is similar to what one finds at a microbrewery or artisan food producer. Scott Carey and his staff might brew with a French press, cloth drip filter, siphon filter or cold-drip. For the true aficionado, it’s a thrill when the top-of-the-line Slayer espresso machine is put into action. But be patient. As Carey explains, handmade coffees are best enjoyed without an expectation of immediacy. There are occasional guest brunches, but no set menu—allowing Carey to keep his sole focus just where he wants it. One sip, and you’ll be glad he did. South City, 314.412.5670.

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Best café Winslow's Home By definition, a café is “a usually small and informal establishment serving various refreshments (such as coffee).” Winslow’s Home is the quintessential example. The dining area does double duty as a general store, with kitchen gadgets, books, home décor and things you never even knew you couldn’t live without.

One wall is a refrigerator case featuring to-go items from the kitchen. Next to it, a small counter is the place to order refreshments—coffee, yes, but also breakfast, lunch and dinner featuring farm-fresh fare from Executive Chef Cary McDowell. Small batches of pastries and desserts appear all day long; savvy shoppers nab their favorites pronto. University City, 314.725.7559.

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Best sushi Kampai Sushi Bar Kampai has long been an under-the-radar favorite, quietly building a reputation for reasonably priced, high-quality sashimi and nigiri. But some secrets are meant to be shared, especially when that means more sushi-lovers will taste rolls like the Futo (egg, sweet pumpkin, fish flake, cucumber, avocado and crab stick) or the Dynamite (spicy tuna inside, seared albacore tuna and ponzu sauce on top). Sushi bowl specials include the Unazu, roasted freshwater eel on a bed of white rice, for those who prefer things deconstructed. For the best learning experience, ask for a floor seat and order omakase—then sit back and let the chefs work their magic. Central West End, 314.367.2020.

Best Vegan Menu Frida’s Vegetarian Deli In just under a year, this health food restaurant has made its mark with vegan, raw, low glycemic, gluten- and oil-free offerings—without compromising taste or satisfaction. Customers can choose from menu options ranging from a dehydrated mushroom-walnut burger to a tempeh BLT to a sandwich of housemade seitan with steak seasoning. “We can accommodate many healthy dietary lifestyles,” says owner Natasha Kwan.

Frida’s doesn’t fry, microwave or sweeten with sugar. It does compost, recycle and use paper straws. And it’s currently in growth mode, doubling its seating and expanding a hydroponic urban farm.

University City, 314.727.6500.

Best Steakhouse ruth's chris This steakhouse experience—USDA Prime steak seared at 1,800 degrees and served on a 500-degree plate—is second to none, from the meltingly tender filet to the flavorful New York strip, plus all your favorite sides. But Ruth’s Chris recognizes that other experiences matter, too. Like the wine experience, where a diverse selection in both vintage years and wines by the glass is crucial. And the bar, at which the RBar Menu offers smaller, seasonal plates for more casual dining and cocktails to match—like the house-made sangrias that sing of summer.

Multiple locations, ruthschris.com.

Best pizzeria pi pizzeria With its latest outpost at the MX Building Downtown, Pi spreads its unique cornmealcrusted style of pizza to a fifth grateful STL neighborhood. By catering to non-traditional pizza customers with gluten-free and vegan options, and emphasizing its commitment to sustainability, Pi has built a loyal following whose primary disagreement is over deep dish versus thin crust. Extra points for effort go to the seasonal Chef’s Picks like the Sportsman's Park (mozzarella, white bean, chicken, chorizo and arugula) and the Art Hill (mozzarella, asparagus, wild mushrooms, goat cheese and garlic).

Multiple locations, restaurantpi.com.

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Best mediterranean aya sofia Credit chef and co-owner Mehmet Yildiz with popularizing his native Turkish cuisine without sacrificing authenticity. Good-for-you veggies like eggplant, roasted pepper, chickpeas and white northern beans counterbalance richly flavorful beef, lamb and buttery filo crusts. Yildiz hails from Turkey’s southern coast, so it’s not surprising that his fish of the day is always a very good choice. Regular trips back to Turkey with his wife, co-owner and Managing Director Alicia Aboussie, help Yildiz keep fresh ideas flowing for the contemporary dishes he creates. Other offerings date back to Ottoman times and the Middle Ages, like whole-roasted lamb with Mediterranean spices. Aboussie is quick to point out another Mediterranean tradition Aya Sofia upholds: wine as part of the meal. The list compiled by her sister, sommelier Jill Aboussie, includes internationally renowned selections. St. Louis Hills, 314.645.9919.

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Best Restaurant Annie Gunn’s 16806 Chesterfield Airport Road, Chesterfield, 636.532.7684 Best New Restaurant Pastaria 7734 Forsyth Blvd., Clayton, 314.862.6603 Best Coffeehouse Kaldi's Coffee multiple locations, kaldiscoffee.com Best barbecue Pappy’s Smokehouse Maybe it’s the pace of barbecue—four to 14 hours of slow, steady cooking—that sets it apart from ever being considered fast food.

Certainly the customers at Pappy’s Smokehouse aren’t complaining about standing in long lines on their lunch breaks or grousing when the kitchen runs out of dry-rubbed, slow-smoked ribs before closing time. All that time spent with like-minded folks builds camaraderie, as customers wait for top-notch Memphis-style 'cue from the likes of legendary pit master Walter “Skip” Steele and co-owner Mike Emerson.

Midtown, 314.535.4340.

Best outdoor dining scape Scape’s Back Bar is a charming courtyard oasis protected from the sights and sounds of Maryland Plaza that offers every amenity of the indoor dining rooms. Its front patio is a bustling streetscape where passersby are part of the experience. Together, they encompass the perfect spectrum of outdoor dining options—each one touting the full dinner menu (until 9pm, when the Back Bar switches to its late-night menu), plus specialty cocktails, beers and wines. Two things that may slightly tip the scales in favor of the Back Bar—especially on gorgeous early-summer evenings—are the ability to make reservations and the occasional live band. Central West End, 314.361.7227.

Best italian acero Forget about heaping bowls of pasta dripping in heavy sauces. This is Italianstyle Italian, which means several courses, manageable portions, lightly dressed salads and house-made pastas. In fact, it’s possible to sit back from chef Adam Gnau’s seven- to nine-course tasting menu without feeling as if you’ve swallowed a bowling ball. Acero’s signature dish is egg raviolo, a pocket of pasta wrapped around three cheeses and an egg yolk. Nearly as popular are the gnocco fritto and the polenta with the sauce of the day. For the protein course, try the skirt steak with garlic, cipollini onions and balsamic. Bonus points to owner Jim Fiala for including digestif pairings with the desserts. Maplewood, 314.644.1790.

Best burger The Tavern Kitchen and Bar There are some very good reasons this $10 burger appears on practically every “best of” list in the region. One is the patty itself, hand-formed from a blend of three cuts of beef and perfectly cooked. Another is the sweet-and-salty bacon jam, which will have you licking your fingers and possibly even the plate. Combine those two with white Irish Cheddar on a bun that hits the perfect balance—hearty enough to handle the bacon jam yet still tender enough to bite through easily. An egg is available, too, but frankly it’s superfluous. Don’t mess with perfection. Valley Park, 636.825.0600.

Best Food Truck Seoul Taco @SeoulTaco

Best Deli Blues City Deli 2438 McNair Ave., Benton Park, 314.773.8225 Best Café Benton Park Café 1900 Arsenal St., Benton Park, 314.771.7200 BEST PIZZA Pi Pizzeria multiple locations, restaurantpi.com Best Burger Baileys' Range 920 Olive St., Downtown, 314.241.8121 Best Mexican Hacienda 9748 Manchester Road, Rock Hill, 314.962.7100 Best Barbecue Pappy's Smokehouse 3106 Olive St., Midtown, 314.535.4340 Best Sushi The Drunken Fish multiple locations, drunkenfish.com Best Steak Citizen Kane's 133 West Clinton Place, Kirkwood , 314.965.9005 Best Modern Italian Pastaria 7734 Forsyth Blvd., Clayton, 314.862.6603 Best Brunch Rooster 1104 Locust St., Downtown, 314.241.8118

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Best Cocktail Menu Blood & Sand This members-only haunt has become a local favorite since opening in 2011. As befits a place named after the classic Blood & Sand cocktail (equal parts Scotch, Cherry Heering, sweet vermouth and orange juice), the bar boasts one of the most creative and extensive cocktail lists—including a handful of beer-based cocktails, as well as tweaks on the club's namesake drink that replace the Scotch with spirits as diverse as mezcal and aged rum. In the kitchen, the food is just as carefully crafted—the truffled tater tots are not to be missed. Downtown, 314.241.7263.

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Best happy hour J. Buck's This downtown Clayton mainstay is the perfect combination of classy décor, warm ambience and quality, affordable food and drink. Happy hour runs from 4-7pm during the week and all day on Saturdays, so there’s plenty of opportunity to take advantage of the abundant drink specials, as well as the award-winning wine program. J. Buck’s central location makes it convenient for thirsty workers from the surrounding high rises—as well as revelers from across the metro area—to stop by and unwind at the end of the day. Clayton, 314.725.4700.

Plush photo by Lily Liu.

Best live music plush st. louis This one-of-a-kind concert hall, diner and event space offers four levels of unparalleled exploration, with eclectic décor (mannequin lamps and Stag can sculptures, anyone?) and live music that spans all genres, from rock to blues to dance and beyond. Size-wise, Plush falls somewhere in between a club and a theater, so it's a great place to see local and national touring acts up close and personal before they start filling the stadiums. Recent shows have featured local faves like Letter To Memphis and renowned songwriting virtuoso Josh Ritter, among others. Hit the top floor for a killer bird’s-eye view of the stage.

Midtown, 314.535.2686.

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Best lounge mandarin From its chic and stylish Asia-meets-NYC décor to the rooftop bar overlooking Maryland Plaza, Mandarin is the lounge experience in STL. Its extensive drink selection is available in Cocktail Trees for those who want to sample around the menu and try, say, the Gold Standard Cosmo (garnished with real gold). Bottle service is available for those who want to make a VIP night of it. Plus, some of the best DJs in the area hold court at Mandarin. Case in point: DJ Big D can be found dropping beats on the jam-packed dance floor every Friday, and DJ Kostik rocks the house on Saturdays. Central West End, 314.367.4447.

Best djs Horizon at Harry's This boutique night spot opened just last year adjacent to Harry's Restaurant & Bar and has rapidly become the venue of choice for some of the hottest local and national DJs to ply their trade. Acts like DJ Graham Funke, DJ Cobra, DJ Lou Diesel and DJs From Mars have all set up their turntables at the posh dance destination. Of course, all that talent would be wasted without the proper space to showcase it. The lounge space, with its expansive bar and 20 flat screen TVs, gives any dance club on the coasts a run for its money. Downtown, 314.421.6969.

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Best bar McGurk's 1200 Russell Blvd., Soulard, 314.776.8309 Best lounge three sixty 1 South Broadway, Downtown, 314.241.8439 Best cocktail menu sanctuaria 4198 Manchester Ave., The Grove, 314.535.9700

Best brewery Schlafly tap room 2100 Locust St., Downtown, 314.241.2337 Best wine bar Sasha's wine bar multiple locations, sashaswinebar.com Best casino Lumiere place 999 North 2nd St., Downtown, 314.881.7777

best wine bar sasha's on shaw When servers have to use a step ladder in order to access the bottles upon bottles of vino lining the walls, you know you’re in a serious wine bar. The spacious pub-like vibe and roomy patio have made Sasha’s on Shaw a favorite of folks who want a friendly place to have a drink or grab a bite. But it’s really all about the vino at this charming neighborhood establishment. The wine list features around 250 wines by the bottle and 50 or so by the glass at a variety of price points, ensuring amateurs and oenophiles alike will find something to suit their palette and pocketbook. Shaw, 314.771.7274.

Best bar taste It's impossible to talk about St. Louis cocktail culture without mentioning Taste. From its original location in Benton Park to its current upscale speakeasy space in the Central West End, Taste has continually pushed the envelope with a diverse menu of classic and custom drinks made with the best spirits and a bevy of house-made ingredients. The cocktail menu changes up on a regular basis, so there's always something new to sample (we're partial to Taste's version of the Last Word), and the small open kitchen turns out some of the best bar food around—nary a stale pretzel or gummy slice of pizza to be found. Central West End, 314.361.1200.

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Best sports bar circle 7 ranch The latest brainchild—and a bit of a departure for Mandarin and Pepper Lounge owners Pete Ferretti and Buddy Coy—Circle 7 Ranch is a modern, sophisticated take on the classic sports bar. It's the first place in the state to offer guests their own personal beer taps at the table, so you don't have to miss a minute of the games playing on the abundant flat screen TVs for a trip to the bar. The food is elevated bar and grill fare, featuring upscale versions of classic game-day foods like smoked brisket nachos, barbecue quesadillas and jumbo t-ravs. Ballwin, 636.220.9707.

Best craft brewery Perennial Artisan Ales Since it started brewing in 2011, Perennial has carved out a reputation as one of the premier breweries in the city, if not the country. Hops fanatics have been known to come in from out of town and wait in line outside Perennial's doors to get a first crack at its new releases. Taking a culinary approach, the brewery has turned out beers with ingredients ranging from chilies to chamomile flowers, and has already garnered a slew of awards for its brews.

Rest assured its adjoining tasting room has plenty of space, inside and out, to enjoy them. Carondelet, 314.631.7300.

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Best rooftop three sixty Of course, there are plenty of fine small plate options and craft cocktail offerings to be had, but the view is definitely the thing at Three Sixty. Perched atop the St. Louis Hilton at the Ballpark, this venue offers the ultimate panoramic view of Downtown and beyond…way beyond. It also has a direct sightline right into Busch Stadium, making it the perfect way to sneak a peek at the game. Downtown, 314.241.8439.

Best Late-Night Hangout lucas park grille Since its renovation in 2004, Lucas Park has become one of the cornerstones of the Washington Avenue after-dark scene—night owls can take advantage of Lucas Park's hospitality till 3am Thursday-Saturday, and 1:30am the rest of the week. The sprawling space, about 8,000 square feet with lofty ceilings, houses a variety of dining experiences, from casual café to late-night lounge. The full-service bar has about every spirit needed to make a night of it, and the 300-plus-bottle wine program has garnered multiple accolades from Wine Spectator.

Downtown, 314.241.7770.

Best casino Lumiere Place Casino and Hotels There's no better place to try your luck locally than Lumiere. With some 75,000 square feet of space containing more than 2,000 slot machines, 55 table games and a 13-table poker room, if you can't find a game of chance to indulge in at Lumiere, you're just not trying. There are also plenty of dining options, from burgers to sushi, available at the casino's multiple eateries.

And its location overlooking the riverfront means all of the amenities of Downtown are just minutes away. Downtown, 314.881.7777.

Best Late-Night Menu Sanctuaria Wild Tapas Although well known for its extensive cocktail list and Latin goth décor, Sanctuaria also boasts some of the best small-plate dining in town. The kitchen closes at 1am on Fridays and Saturdays (10pm on Sundays and 11pm Tuesday-Thursday), making it the perfect place to wrap up an evening out or satisfy those late-night cravings that set in once the sun goes down. The menu is full of tasty riffs on the overarching theme of Cuban tapas, with specialties like bacon-wrapped dates, frita and Cuban chicken sliders and black beanstuffed piquillos, to name a few. The Grove, 314.535.9700.

Three Sixty photo by Lily Liu. Lumiere photo courtesy of the casino. Ring photo by Carmen Troesser.

best lgbt hangout just john Just John isn't just part of the community— it is the community. The popular LGBT haunt features bars inside and out, plenty of nightly drink specials and rock showquality light displays—not to mention the widest, most inclusive variety of events. Don’t miss the signature red-hot parties (like the recent summer Beach House Bash), charity fundraisers, live music and theme nights. Keep your eye out for the periodic Golden Happy Hour, featuring music from the ’60s and ’70s, and the ever-popular HomoBINGO on Mondays with hostess Dieta Pepsi. The Grove, 314.371.1333.

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Best Designer Brands vie If you’ve ever felt a twinge of envy for celebrities and their endless access to incredible high-end merch, seethe no more.

Instead, make the quick trek to Vie, where you’ll find a bevy of amazing labels like Nicole Miller, Alice + Olivia, SW3 Bespoke, T-Bags Los Angeles and Analili. The glam boutique even stocks an assortment of statement jewelry (complete with a few diamond pieces) to thoroughly round out your ensemble.

While you’re there, be sure to check out the bright and vibrant scarves by Theodora and Callum—just add a white tank, aviators and a grande latte, and you just might be mistaken for a celeb yourself. Ladue, 314.997.0124.

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Best boutique esther The ever-chic Esther boutique delivers the atmosphere and designer options usually reserved for those on the coasts.

After racking up numerous accolades since opening in 2011, one might assume the Esther crew is content with the status quo—au contraire. The constant addition of new lines (Rag & Bone, anyone?), mixed with the boutique’s consistent focus on classics such as Current Elliott, Elizabeth and James and Rebecca Taylor make Esther the place to shop in St. Louis. The boutique's latest conquest? Getting a “foot” up on the competition by offering more summer sandals, including those by trendy Californiabased footwear company Koolaburra. Ladue, 314.432.5300

best women's boutique cha From early on, it was the intention of Cha owner Sarah Garlich to dispel the public’s perception that Ladue boutiques are laden with pomp and circumstance—and she’s succeeded. A friendly and knowledgeable staff—coupled with a well-stocked selection of wearable apparel—makes Cha one of the area’s most accessible and noteworthy boutiques in St. Louis. Shoshanna, Wildfox and Joie are definite draws, as are elusive labels such as Chan Luu and Black Orchid.

Plus, the convenient Ladue locale makes popping in and out a breeze, enabling one to haul out loads of fashion-forward looks worthy of girls’ night, date night or anything in between. Ladue, 314.993.8080.

Best home accessories niche The ultimate in home furnishings for tastemakers and the style-conscious, Niche’s remarkable statement pieces abound and delight those seeking high-quality, classic home accessories.

And while the items themselves are undoubtedly crave-worthy, the styling of said merchandise is half the fun—and in turn provides much fodder for home design inspiration. The setting (subtle music and fabulous lighting) also does its part to up the ante for a pleasurable shopping experience. The icing on the cake? A truly friendly staff that is happy to help solve all your most pressing design dilemmas. Downtown, 314.621.8131.

Best Luxury Department Store saks fifth avenue It’s hard to improve upon perfection, but if one retailer has proven it can be done, it’s Saks Fifth Avenue. Not taking a moment to rest after a glamorous, art-inspired renovation of the shoe department, Saks decided to shake things up in the beauty section as well, with a reimagining of the Chanel beauty experience. The new Chanel Beauté pays homage to the Chanel legacy with the chic accoutrements and sense of style one would expect from a leader of the industry. All of these changes fall on the cusp of Saks celebrating 60 fabulous years in St. Louis— we’ll toast to that! Frontenac, 314.567.9200.

Best activewear lululemon Fitness and fashion haven’t always been on the best of terms, so when a label screams stylish femininity with a sporty edge, women tend to take notice. Always one to present trendy and timely athletic apparel, you can count on Lululemon for the latest “it” colors, cuts and fabrics intended for ultimate form and function. And while they’ve got the art of dressing women down to a science, it should be noted the brand’s extensive men’s line has managed to shine as well—exuding masculinity in modern, clean finishes that are completely flattering to the male physique. That makes reason No. 101 to love the brand. Frontenac, 314.994.7662. june 2013

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Best casual wear klutch Touting in-demand daywear—and a number of party frocks, too—Klutch is a go-to for chic street-style apparel fit for those in the know. For owner Elizabeth Irwin, it’s all in the details—a clever cutout here, a statement color there—that make each reasonably-priced piece truly special. From the latest rockerinspired tee to this summer’s must-have tie-dye top, Klutch is the easy solution to your daily wardrobe woes. Your only potential problem? Deciding whether to share your fab new frocks on Instagram or keep Klutch all to yourself. Town and Country, 636.220.6110.

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Best new BOUTIQUE CLR-MNSTR Worrying about whether it’s a gallery that sells apparel or a boutique that features art is futile—your focus would be better served deciding which fabulous piece (neon moto jacket or original print?) you’ll be taking home. Shoppers have become enamored with the affordable, yet relevant apparel and accessories offered by the new CLR-MNSTR (pronounced Color Monster). Owner Tricia Thurman's unique, eye-catching window displays have done their part in keeping Washington Avenue vibrant. Plus, impromptu parties, champagne events and consistent support for the local art and fashion scenes only further validate CLR-MNSTR’s newfound fashion status in STL. Downtown, 314.241.1930.

Best shoe selection Neiman Marcus If Carrie Bradshaw (classic or spin-off version) were to hit the streets of St. Louis in search of a glamorous, upscale shoeshopping experience worthy of a New York fashionista, you could bet your pink tutu that Neiman Marcus would be at the top of her list. Classic Carrie would undoubtedly favor Manolo Blahnik, Christian Louboutin and Jimmy Choo selections, while speculation dictates the latest adaptation of Carrie would be all over styles by Nicholas Kirkwood, Alexander McQueen and B Brian Atwood. But no matter which Carrie you prefer, when shoe shopping at Neiman Marcus, you’ll always hit it “Big.” Frontenac, 314.567.9811.

Shoe photo by Carmen Troesser. George Gina & Lucy Gimme Tall handbag photo courtesy of 10denza. Ring photo courtesy of Mavrik.

Best men's boutique east + west With the intention of introducing a bevy of new designers to the St. Louis area—and a focus on American-made brands—East + West has canvassed the nation in search of men’s apparel and apothecary items that appeal to the most discerning Midwesterner.

These travels have resulted in a store chock full of such in-demand labels as Billykirk, life/after/denim and, most notably, Baldwin—a label straight out of Kansas City that was recently honored with GQ’s “Best New Men’s Designer of 2013.” (For the record, fashion-forward East + West owner Brian Simpson was a fan long before all of the accolades.) It’s this eye for style and awareness of the “next big thing” that makes East + West a must-stop shop for the men of STL. Kirkwood, 314.835.1419.

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Best contemporary selection blush Blush epitomizes the community’s shift to boutique shopping in St. Louis. Consistently great clothes, an inviting and accessible retail environment, and a commitment to excellent customer service are just a few of the many reasons this boutique is considered an STL mainstay—after all, Blush recently celebrated seven successful years in the business and snagged the Rising Star Retailer Award from Fashion Group International. While we love the boutique’s longevity, for us it’s all about the current season—right now we’re falling hard for Blush’s easy, breezy summer tops, chic jumpsuits and boho-inspired maxi dresses.

Kirkwood, 314.965.4411.

Best One-Stop-Shop The Collective at MX Perhaps one of the most innovative retail concepts to hit St. Louis—well—ever, The Collective at MX is 3,400 square feet of mouth-watering space filled with a little bit of everything. Apparel, home décor, beauty products, artwork, furniture, accessories, gifts and more are all thoughtfully selected from more than 40 local boutiques, designers and retailers and stylishly housed under one roof. The MX shopping destination is curated by local style maven Nicole Benoist, whose fashion background adds cred to the exciting venture, while each vendor (Ivy Hill, Lori Coulter, KayOss, East + West, Wai Ming…need we say more?) undoubtedly brings its own special something. Downtown, 314.241.5420.

Best accessories ivy hill Nearly anything in bar form is good (candy bars, sports bars, Bloody Mary bars), but our favorite bar of all is undoubtedly the one dreamed up by Ivy Hill owner Hillary Dutcher. The jewelry bar—where an assortment of gemstones, charms and other precious baubles await your personal design and creativity—took shape at Ivy Hill’s newest location on Ladue Road, but it’s just one of the many fun accessory options at your whim. Handbags, hats, scarves and a selection of other trendworthy ready-to-wear jewelry are also available, in addition to Leona, a hot new line exclusive to the Ladue location and the STL shopping scene at large. Multiple locations, ivyhillboutique.com.

Best fine jewelry albarré If diamonds are a girl’s best friend, then pearls, rubies, sapphires and emeralds are surely the ladies in waiting. But there’s no need to pick from your besties when you can shop for them all at Albarré. Diamonds fit for a princess come in many forms— bracelets, necklaces, earrings and stunning engagement sets. Colored stones are a great way to show off your “royal jewels” while Albarré’s unique collection of pearl statement pieces also delivers king-sized sophistication. We tend to favor the unique hues like Natural Lavender Freshwater Pearls and Tahitian South Sea Chocolate Pearls—which, true to their names, look good enough to eat. Ladue, 314.997.1707.

most innovative selection 10denza It’s not just the current trends that have us heading to 10denza—it’s the knowledge we’ll get a sampling of next season’s most sought-after looks. 10denza always manages to stay just far enough ahead of the curve to keep its clientele among the best dressed in St. Louis, while simultaneously keeping onlookers in awe. Past uniquities to grace the shelves include pumped-up kicks by Adidas Originals, black patent leather Puma Zandys, plus other fun little goodies like Pura Vida bracelets, Nixon watches and our favorite of 10denza’s offerings, a collection of colorful bullet shell necklaces. Central West End, 314.361.1010.

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Best Custom jewelry mavrik fine jewelry The ultimate in gift giving (and receiving), a custom piece from Mavrik Fine Jewelry is a dazzling way to mark any special occasion— and is even more appreciated if it’s “just because.” Whether you’re the designer type with a ton of ideas, or you just want a truly one-of-a-kind piece, the brilliant jewelers at Mavrik can help you craft a bauble that will make her head spin. From engagement rings to push presents, creating a custom piece can be as affordable or extravagant as your taste and budget allow. For those who already have a complete jewelry collection (is there such a thing?), Mavrik also offers redesign services intended to bring your sentimental treasures into the new millennium. Kirkwood, 314.909.6818.

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Best denim Sole & Blues If there’s one timeless, seasonless staple for both men and women, it’s undoubtedly the right piece of denim. If you find yourself daunted by the endless variables (like fit, tailoring, wash, color, style, length and rise), consider hiring a personal stylist—or just shop Sole & Blues and snag one for free. The shop’s many labels are a definite draw (think AG Jeans, BB Dakota, G-Star, Diesel, J Brand, Joe’s Jeans, Hudson Jeans and more), but it’s the unbiased, honest feedback from a pure professional that is most valuable. The Loop, 314.863.3600.

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Best western wear giddyup jane You don’t have to be the Annie Oakley type to get a kick out of GiddyUp Jane. Yes, you can lasso enough cowgirl staples to keep you riding high for days (like belt buckles, boots and hats), and yes, the store’s motif is decidedly Western in nature. But truth be told, there’s so much more to this Ladue shop than one might expect. From trendy Southwestern prints to crisp equestrian-appropriate button-downs, turquoise baubles and woven handbags, GiddyUp Jane is undoubtedly the cure for a case of the city-girl apparel doldrums—horse sold separately. Ladue, 314.993.9944.

Best vintage borough vintage A magical treasure trove where Mad Men meets mod meets ’70s street style, Borough has a little something from the 1940s and up.

And while stock moves quickly (blink and your fave piece could be gone), when we perused, the shop was filled to the brim with amazing finds—like a 1960s lemon maxi that looked like it could have been plucked straight off Louis Vuitton’s spring runway—plus a bevy of amazing ’70s handbags, the likes of which Rachel Zoe would go bananas for. We love the fact that you can shop online (boroughvintage. com), but are even more excited that you can shop by decade. Central West End, 314.884.8436.

Best menswear nordstrom multiple locations, nordstrom.com Best fine jewelry tiffany & co 64 Plaza Frontenac, Frontenac, 314.692.2255 Best eyewear the eye bar 401 North Euclid Ave., Central West End, 314.367.1848 Best home furnishings good works 6323 Delmar Blvd., The Loop, 314.726.2233 Best gifts sweet boutique 8115A Maryland Ave., Clayton, 314.932.1222 Best independent bookstore left bank books multiple locations, left-bank.com

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Best Place to Buy USA-Made devil city In an era of homogenized everything— including shopping—Devil City stands out as a boutique with a definitive point of view.

Part pinup, part rocker and a whole lot of cool, Devil City’s fashionista is chock full of attitude and knows how to rock anything from a Schott leather jacket to a curve-hugging wiggle dress. There’s an intentional nod to “new vintage” in a remixed kind of way, but one thing Devil City has never remixed is the boutique’s steadfast commitment to buying quality apparel while supporting American brands as often as possible. The Loop, 314.863.8080.

Best eyewear selection eye roc That famous childhood comeback— “Four eyes are better than two!”—rings as true as ever when shopping at Eye Roc. Whether you’re seeking readers, full-timers or just something for poolside lounging, choose from brands like Derapage, NW77th or one of our faves, Eye Roc’s self-titled signature brand.

In terms of trends, Eye Roc experts contend the retro look is still in full effect, and we agree. We’re currently crushing on the store’s ’80s-inspired Barton Perreira “Barnett” frames that look amazing in champagne. Central West End, 314.361.9900. most unique frames eyes on ladue Doe-eyed Audrey Hepburn peeking out from behind her enormous black shades...Anna Wintour, front row hiding behind her signature sunnies. Who would these women be without their frames? Get your own statement-making accessory at Eyes on Ladue, an eyewear boutique that has quickly become known for its selection of unique frames for both men and women. Designer brands include all the big names—RayBan, Dolce & Gabbana, Coach, Prada, Calvin Klein and more—in styles ranging from chic-geek and vintage-inspired to ultra-modern celeb favorites. Ladue, 314.993.4399.

K. Hall Designs

best gifts k. hall designs What’s that amazing fragrance? If you’re at K. Hall Designs, it could be any number of irresistible scents. Maybe it’s one of the brand’s many candles or diffusers (lavender, verbena, peony and washed cotton are favorites for summer), or perhaps it’s the intoxicating aroma of K. Hall’s bath products (bath salts, bubble bath, body wash and eau de parfum are all possibilities).

But in our humble opinion, it’s most likely the sweet smell of success that’s driving your sniffer wild after you’ve created a perfect gift basket for that special someone. Multiple locations, khalldesigns.com.

Best kids' apparel Verde Kids Verde Kids is the smart and fashionable mom's go-to for eco-friendly, kid-approved baby and child gear. The shop takes all of the guesswork out of going green for parents by stocking its shelves exclusively with items that have been created in a responsible way. Manufacturing, toxins, packaging, shipping and longevity are only a few of the considerations taken into account when choosing items for the store. Fun toys, adorable organic apparel for both babies and kids, and locally-made laundry soap are just a sampling of Verde’s adorably green offerings. Webster Groves, 314.962.5437.

Best local bookstore left bank books You may love your Kindle, but it’ll never be able to provide the atmosphere you’ll find at Left Bank Books. Both locations (Downtown and the CWE) stand tall, beckoning readers with a sense of warmth, community and untapped knowledge. Peeking through selections is not only acceptable, but encouraged, and finding others that share your passions is almost a given. Hang out in the travel section and rub elbows with other restless souls; pore over recipes in the food section and you just might find someone who lights your fire; or just enjoy the solitude of your favorite read and the satisfaction of supporting a local, independent bookstore. Don’t forget to check out the stores’ monthly reading groups and various author meet-and-greets, including one on June 7 at 7pm, when famed author Lauren Weisberger will read from and sign copies of her new novel, “Revenge Wears Prada,” the much-anticipated sequel to “The Devil Wears Prada.” Multiple locations, left-bank.com.

Best imported furniture Hammer & Hand Imports The term "rustic" takes on a whole new meaning when it applies to furniture from exotic India, Bali, Thailand or China. Using a number of techniques, including upcycling, Hammer & Hand re-crafts the discarded and neglected into spectacular pieces fit for any space. Colossal antique doors with multicolored flecks of paint from years of wear, beautiful tables with just enough patina to add interest, and distressed hutches, each window pane lovingly restored to its original purpose of showcasing treasured contents, all make regular appearances.

Nearly every piece tells a story or harkens of faraway lands, making this shop a must-see for the design enthusiast, environmentally conscious or anyone who enjoys a one-of-a-kind find. Downtown, 314.932.1313.

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Best gym Wellbridge Athletic Club and Spa Wellbridge takes the concept of “gym” and elevates it to a complete mind and body experience, with chic fitness studios and otherworldly spa facilities. Boasting an offering of more than 100 classes per week, the club showcases the hottest fitness trends, including Tabata—an über-intense workout that alternates fast-paced anaerobic exercise with short rest periods. For those who prefer more traditional workouts, several yoga, Pilates and basic cardio sessions are offered each week, as well. Rejuvenate with a postworkout swim or a soak in the whirlpool, or schedule a blissful massage to relax those hard-worked muscles. 7620 Forsyth Blvd., Clayton, 314.746.1500.

Best new workout spot Crush Cycle Studio Only at Crush Cycle Studio does a workout on a stationary bike feel like a ride on an actual road bike. The studio’s RealRyder equipment allows riders to feel the bikes turn, tilt and lean as they engage in intense sweat-inducing spin classes—complete with rhythmic music to help keep the pace. What we love most about this new hotspot is that no membership is required—just sign up online before class, and come ready to work hard. Choose from a variety of intensity levels, from CRUSHZen rejuvenation rides to the CRUSHEndurance 60-minute ride marked with intense climbs and sprints, or try classes like CRUSHFit, which follows a 35-minute cycle session with boot camp drills for a fullbody workout. Chesterfield, 636.536.6224.

Best Personal Training The Fitness Edge Having a trainer show you how to target specific muscle groups is one thing—getting a fully customized health plan is quite another. At The Fitness Edge, trainers work with clients to develop holistic, individualized programs to target their specific health goals, then stick with them every step of the way. Whether you’re interested in a general health and fitness program, or one designed to help you develop and excel in a specific sport, these trainers take a holistic approach to helping you reach your goals. Better yet, signing up with a trainer gets you full access to the facility without any added cost. Creve Coeur, 314.993.3343.

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Best spa The Spa at The Four Seasons The Four Seasons left no stone unturned when it designed its spa oasis. Complete with a phototherapy lighting system that transitions from soothing shades to energizing hues, The Spa at The Four Seasons guarantees a tranquil escape in the most luxurious of settings. The spa’s treatment offerings are just as lavish—take, for instance, the Fresh Honey Lavender Seasonal Treatment that renews winter skin to prepare it for the summer sun. Or indulge in unique massage treatments like the Royal Celebration of Love, in which you and your special someone are treated to warm foot baths, champagne and your choice of massage—not to mention private use of the steam room and shower in the Couples’ Suite afterward.

Downtown, 314.881.5800.

best yoga Jane’s House of Well-Being Jane’s House of Well-Being goes beyond traditional yoga classes to facilitate a healthy mind, body and soul through a variety of workshops and support classes. Donationbased classes come in the way of Yoga in the Park (Saturday mornings at the Lake St. Louis Farmers’ Market) to help students take their practice outdoors and into the fresh air, and the Community Yoga program, which gathers donations for a scholarship fund to help students with financial need. For those who strive to go beyond yoga and find a deeper peace, owner Robin Buck holds Ayurveda and Nutrition sessions on Thursday evenings to teach about living a balanced lifestyle by finding harmony between sleep habits, diet, personality and more. St. Charles, 636.255.9642.

Best mani-pedi ginger bay salOn & Spa The mani-pedi at Ginger Bay is a total nail experience. In addition to the standard cuticle care and nail shaping that comes with traditional mani-pedi services, the luxurious Elemental Nature package begins with Aveda essential oils to bring balance and tranquility to the senses, and is followed by a replenishing masque and reflexology hand or foot massage.

For a taste of the tropics, the Caribbean Therapy package starts with lime, ginger and mango butter treatments, and is topped off with a seaweed masque. If these decadent mani-pedis leave you thirsting for more pampering, stick around for a Self-Renewal Facial Treatment or a Chakra Balancing Massage. Multiple locations, gingerbay.com.

best group workouts Complete Fitness Results Complete Fitness Results’ group training program provides the energy and camaraderie of group classes with the high intensity and individual attention of personal fitness training.

After initial goal and fitness assessments, students select their training days and whether they want to train in large or small groups. Each session allows you to train at your own fitness level, so beginners don’t feel left behind. Plus, group grocery store tours, nutrition courses and lectures help members stay balanced and make the most of their memberships.

Brentwood, 314.402.2238.

Best salon Dominic Michael Salon It’s no surprise that Dominic Michael Salon has been named one of Elle and Be magazines’ Top 100 Salons—with two locations and a full catalog of services, Dominic Michael has established a reputation for pampering St. Louisans since 1982. The relocation of its Clayton salon has resulted in a significant increase of square footage— from 2,900 to 3,350—so expect more color and cutting stations and 100 percent new fixtures. Also, check out new services like the self-service blow-dry bar, communal color bar and complimentary beverage center. And with multiple staff members who have been educators and artists for international product lines, you’re guaranteed a stellar cut and color no matter whose chair you sit in. Multiple locations, dmsalon.com.

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Best yoga studio bikram yoga multiple locations, yogastlouis.com Best salon kink 14 North Meramec Ave., Clayton, 314.721.5465 Best spa the spa at the four seasons 999 North 2nd St., Downtown, 314.881.5800

Best boot camp shark fitness At Shark Fitness, don’t expect a laid-back atmosphere with pumpin’ jams and time to chat with your pals. The trainers believe that maximizing health and fitness requires four key components: good nutrition, disciplined form, intensity and recovery. At each bootcamp session, students encounter this laser-focused approach to fitness, rooted in research from the American Medical Association and Cooper Institute. With certified master fitness trainers and a dietician on staff, boot campers can rest assured they'll be well equipped for ultimate success.

Crestwood, 314.822.2773.

Best massage thereapy Indigo Massage & Wellness Indigo Massage & Wellness offers a variety of massage treatments to fit into a hectic schedule—including 20-minute lunch-hour massages and even on-site chair massages.

More in-depth packages, like Thai yoga massage, Reiki energy work and Chinese facial fusion massages draw from traditional Eastern medicine. The best part? Licensed massage and wellness professionals work with you to plan the best path to well-being— going beyond feeling blissfully relaxed for a few hours after your massage to ensure a lasting mind-body tranquility. Benton Park, 314.276.9882. june 2013

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Arts & Culture

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best museum sAINT louis art museum The art world is abuzz over SLAM's $160 million new wing, with its one-of-a-kind grid of skylights, floor-to-ceiling windows and 21 new galleries. Besides allowing the museum to stage larger exhibits, the expansion is expected to raise the museum's national profile in a big way. The new East Building opens to the public June 29, with the unveiling of two new exhibits: “Postwar German Art in the Collection” runs through January 2014 alongside the new permanent showing of contemporary art by Warhol, Rothko, Pollack and others.

Andy Goldsworthy's “Stone Sea,” an outdoor sculpture of 25 limestone arches, links the old building with the new. The addition also features a new restaurant and underground parking to accommodate its renewed influx of visitors. Forest Park, 314.721.0072.

Best special exhibitions missouri history museum Nobody does special exhibits like the Missouri History Museum, as proven with the recent showing of “The Civil War in Missouri,” which wraps up its 19-month run this month.

Curators utilize compelling artifacts, interactive elements, video installations, hands-on displays, life-sized models and anything else that helps tell the story. As if they weren’t impressive enough on their own, History Museum exhibits often also feature school, youth and community programs, lectures, films and even original plays. Right now, visitors can explore “Gridiron Glory: The Best of the Pro Football Hall of Fame” and “Between Two Worlds: Veterans Journey Home.” Coming in October, “The 1968 Exhibit” is an ambitious, state-of-the-art multimedia show that already has history fans salivating. Forest Park, 314.746.4599.

Best new cultural venue central library Enter through the new covered entrance into the soaring atrium and it's instantly clear that St. Louis’ Central Library has found its way to the 21st century. After a two-year, $70 million renovation, visitors have flocked to the Central Library to marvel at the Renaissanceinspired ceilings, alabaster lamps, smooth marble floors and staircases, granite walls and streaming glass, all restored to their former Beaux Arts grandeur. Alongside the original architecture are sleek new spaces and modern amenities, like the 250-seat theater, café, computer room and expanded public reading rooms—not to mention high-speed wireless access throughout. It's not just locals taking notice, either—Central Library received Architizer’s A+ Library Popular Choice Award shortly after reopening its doors. Downtown, 314.241.2288.

Best gallery Philip Slein Gallery Since settling into its new Central West End home just over a year ago, Philip Slein Gallery has continued to mount impressive exhibits of national scope. The new space was christened with a showing of large-scale abstract paintings by New York artist Jackie Saccoccio, which sold out on opening night. A string of successes followed with John Zinsser, Chuck Webster, Richmond Burton and, most recently, Cheonae Kim's study of surprising geometric abstraction. No matter the reason you venture in next, expect work that continually pushes the envelope. Central West End, 314.361.2617.

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Best Live Theater Venue the fox Theatre The name is not merely self-indulgence—The Fox lives up to its fabulous claim time and time again. The former movie palace stuns visitors with its opulent Siamese-Byzantine style, in which huge golden griffons stand guard over the sweeping grand staircase, and ornate statuary peek out from every nook and cranny. The auditorium is massive and spectacular, apropos of the impressive Broadway shows it hosts on the regular. Last season, the mega-hit “Book of Mormon” kept audiences in stitches, and “War Horse” marveled with groundbreaking puppetry. The coming season will unveil a newly restored ceiling, the rollicking musical "Sister Act," "Elf" for the holidays and Best Musical Tony award winner "Once," among other Broadway favorites. Grand Center, 314.534.1678.

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Best Theater Company upstream theater It might have surprised some when Upstream Theater received a prestigious $10,000 grant from the American Theater Wing this year—but to the company's faithful following, the honor was only natural. Upstream consistently broadens local theater horizons by producing new plays and works by foreign playwrights, as well as classics staged to create a sensory experience rather than an intellectual one. “Café Chanson,” an original production conceived, written and directed by St. Louisan Ken Page, was the surprise hit of the season, an impressive accomplishment that wowed audiences and critics alike. Grand Center, 314.863.4999.

Best season lineup stray dog theatre Stray Dog Theatre continually brings diverse and unexpected lineups that always make for an exciting season—exploring the extremes of every genre, from musicals and plays to comedies and dramas. 2012 kicked off with “Spring Awakening,” the risque, folk-infused rock musical, followed by the one-person comedic tour de force “Fully Committed” and the farcical “Psycho Beach Party,” a parody of 1950s beach and horror movies. Get in on the action with the June production, “Six Degrees of Separation,” or visit in July as the insatiable plant Audrey chews up the scenery in “Little Shop of Horrors.” Tower Grove, 314.865.1995.

Best special events st. louis symphony On its recent tour of California, the St. Louis Symphony won rave reviews as “one of the country's most exciting” symphonies, and the European tour last fall had critics praising its “irresistible brio.” But audiences at home are the ones who get the Symphony's full creativity. Just this month, catch “Five By Design: Club Swing,” and for the Beatles-lover, “Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band.” Classical music fans won't be disappointed, either. The month-long Winter Beethoven Festival in January 2014 will feature the composer’s best-known pieces, paired with contrasting contemporary works. Grand Center, 314.533.2500.

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Best Live Entertainment Venue Peabody Opera House Since its grand reopening in October 2011, Peabody Opera House has continued to impress with a steady flow of touring theater, comedy and dance performances.

But it's with concerts that the Peabody has really made its mark. Featuring shows ranging from Fiona Apple and Nicki Minaj to Ryan Adams and Steve Winwood, The Peabody brings a diverse lineup to its elegant confines. Most recently, Widespread Panic, Bob Dylan, Santana and Korn have all graced the stage of the local jewel. In July, Jethro Tull’s famed rock flutist Ian Anderson visits on his Thick as a Brick tour. Downtown, 314.499.7600.

Best music event loufest Easily the biggest and most talked-about music event of the year in St. Louis, LouFest brings national, regional and local acts to Forest Park for a weekend packed with backto-back concerts. With just three years under its belt, LouFest has a community dynamic that's lacking from other national festivals, which allows music-lovers to relax and enjoy the festival vibe. This year's LouFest takes place Sept. 7-8, produced for the first time

by C3 Presents—the company behind such renowned fests as Austin City Limits and Lollapalooza. With that kind of force behind it, we expect it can only get bigger and better from here. Forest Park, loufest.com.

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best theater event briefs The only event of its kind in St. Louis, Briefs is a mini-festival featuring seven short LGBT plays. The festival, produced by That Uppity Theater Company and Vital VOICE, brings together LGBT and non-LGBT communities through performances that address subjects that are relatable and educational for all. At times funny, at times poignant, the selections showcase directors and actors from the St. Louis area, producing plays by writers from across the country. After the show, there’s a Q&A session with the directors and actors to continue the dialogue, and the atmosphere shifts to a party as guests stick around for drinks and dancing. uppityco.com/briefs.html.

Best free event fair st. louis Each year, Fair St. Louis presents a massive Fourth of July celebration that lasts all weekend—and is completely free. From the beloved traditions of the Veiled Prophet Parade and the ever-patriotic air shows over the river, to live music under the Arch (this year’s headliners include Trace Adkins, Bret Michaels and Counting Crows) and the spectacular fireworks display after dark, it’s a whole lot of entertainment for the price of a Metrolink ticket Downtown. Downtown, 314.434.3434.

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Festival of Nations

best festival festival of nations The Festival of Nations captures that elusive festival spirit from cultures around the globe and melds them together into the ultimate celebration—with the added benefit of a gorgeous setting in Tower Grove Park. Artists perform indigenous music and dance, and festivalgoers experience folk art demos, educational exhibits and an eclectic bazaar rich with jewelry, art and other exotic treasures. For many, the highlight of the festival is the international food court, where visitors chow down on foreign delicacies like Filipino kebobs and Cuban empanadas from 40-plus ethnic food vendors. Tower Grove, 314.773.9090.

Best Arts Educator Craft Alliance A fixture on the St. Louis art scene, Craft Alliance continues to push the limits of its role in arts education. Both of its locations feature art galleries that exhibit the work of students and established artists alike, as well as extensive studio and classroom space.

Master craftsmen offer instruction in a variety of media—including clay, glass, metals, fiber, graphics, wood and more—for students of all ages and skill levels. A particularly innovative addition to the repertoire is Fashion Lab, now in its third year, which enables fashion enthusiasts to immerse themselves in the art and craft of the industry. Multiple locations, craftalliance.org.

Best Dance Organization Dance St. Louis For 46 years, Dance St. Louis has made it its mission to bring major dance companies from around the world to St. Louis audiences.

Perhaps most memorable this year was Pilobolus, which merges choreography and contortion into beautiful and awe-inspiring performances. Ballet fans were equally thrilled with “Carmina Burana” and “Moulin Rouge,” and the world-renowned New York City Ballet performed locally for the first time since 1994. Dance St. Louis' tradition of excellence continues next season with the Shanghai Ballet, Ballet Memphis' performance of “Wizard of Oz” and Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater. Grand Center, 314.534.5000.

Best art fair SAINT Louis art fair Known as one of the best art fairs in the country, Saint Louis Art Fair draws tens of thousands of people to Clayton each September, presenting an incredible array of art and entertainment. Visitors stroll along rows of white canvas booths, browsing the wares of artists peddling everything from modern sculpture to pastoral paintings.

Feet tired? Take a load off at one of three stages offering nonstop live music by local and regional acts, or visit the food court crowded with food trucks dishing up local favorites. Clayton, 314.863.0278.

Festival of Nations photo by Wayne Crosslin/International Institute of St. Louis. Shakespeare Festival photo courtesy of the organization.

Most Innovative Programming Contemporary Art Museum St. Louis CAM has a knack for innovation, and it doesn’t appear to be running out of ideas anytime soon. When the Jeremy Deller exhibit took over the entire museum, its mission to hang art in every available space in the building was a first for the venerable institution. Its successor, an exhibit by Finnish artist Mika Taanila (May 24-August 11), experiments with original music playing in the halls. It's not just through exhibitions that CAM demonstrates its creativity. With events like the spectacular Dada Ball, early-morning stroller tours and Concrete Cinema, the museum is constantly bringing in new members of the community— whether they're part of the art cognoscenti or St. Louisans who just want to hang out and experience art. Grand Center, 314.535.4660.

Best female tv personality Virginia Kerr, KMOV Although Virginia Kerr is a recent and welcome addition to Great Day St. Louis, she started at Channel 4 in 2003 as the morning features reporter, tackling everything from rappelling down high-rises to driving the monster truck Bigfoot. After four years as anchor of News 4 Awake, Kerr has found her home with Great Day. Viewers tune in to share in her discoveries of the best places and most interesting people in town. Simply put, Kerr connects with the community, and viewers connect with Kerr. @virginiakerr.

Best radio show Curt Copeland, Z107.7 Is he hilarious? Yes. Is he lovable? Yes. Curt Copeland has worked his way into the hearts of St. Louisans, not just as the drive-time DJ at Z107.7, but through gags like White Castle Weddings and Free Therapy Thursdays. His motto is “I'm your best friend in the whole wide world,” and his fans aren’t disagreeing. Copeland’s fanatical devotion to the Cardinals doesn’t hurt, either. It's no accident that he's thrown out the honorary first pitch at a Cardinals game. @curtcopelandstl.

Best Male TV Personality Tim Ezell, KTVI The ever-energetic Tim Ezell is loved by loyal fans for his goofy persona, wit, comical irreverence and respect for his subjects. He shares oddball stories with his early-morning viewers—like a yogurt-eating challenge or behind the scenes at Comic Con—and has won legions of fans through segments like “Tim's Travels.” He's not afraid of jumping right into any situation, whether it's ballroom dancing, a juice cleanse or driving a race car. Tuning into his show in the morning is like having coffee with a friend—one who is very much a morning person. @TimEzellTV. best social enterprise rally st. louis Designed to help implement cool, innovative projects around the city, Rally St. Louis sends the resounding message that “St. Louis doesn't suck.” Rally has captured the public's imagination and drawn creative individuals to the website to post inspired ideas. Once a project is posted, people vote on it and pledge funds to show their support. If funding reaches the necessary level, the project is implemented. The group’s first two successfully-funded projects are the Food Roof, a rooftop farm in the heart of St. Louis that aims to provide the community access to hyper-local, organic food, and the Cotton Belt project, which will turn an abandoned riverfront factory into an enormous welcome sign. rallystl.org.

SOHA Studio and Gallery

Best Place to Buy Local Art SOHA Studio and Gallery As more and more artists choose to live and work in St. Louis, new galleries have popped up to display and sell their work. Enter SOHA Studio and Gallery. Since its opening in 2011, SOHA has firmly established itself as a place to buy quality local art. The gallery, located on the bustling Macklind Avenue in Southampton, also offers classes, artist talks and communitybuilding events like young artist workshops—all of which have helped strengthen the eclectic neighborhood. Catch the opening of Shana Norton's “Cyanotypes and Mixed Media” on June 7. Southampton, 314.497.5202.

Most Innovative Arts Organization Shakespeare Festival St. Louis Performing the Bard in the park has always been a staple of Shakespeare festivals worldwide, and Shakespeare Festival St. Louis does it right with top-notch productions that never fail to captivate. But it's the innovative ways the organization brings Shakespeare to the community outside the production itself that is truly impressive. Shake38 is a 38play marathon that takes place all over the city, in which amateurs and professionals alike perform their interpretations of classic Shakespeare works. Shakespeare in the Streets—the newest addition to the festival—descended on Cherokee Street last spring with “The New World,” an original, neighborhood-centric version of “The Tempest” performed by residents and community leaders alongside professional actors. This season, The Grove gets its turn.

Forest Park, 314.531.9800.

Best Performing Arts Organization THE Repertory Theatre of St. Louis The Rep has long been known as a go-to theater destination, and this year proved why with stellar main-stage productions like Neil Simon's classic “Brighton Beach Memoirs,” “Sense and Sensibility” and the noir thriller “Double Indemnity,” while the Studio hosted daring and provocative productions like “Venus in Fur” and the acclaimed “Clybourne Park.” But The Rep is also deeply rooted in educational outreach and community development. Each spring, the WiseWrite program features a weekend of plays written and produced by local kids, and The Rep’s new play festival Ignite!, now in its second year, presents readings of commissioned plays by famous playwrights. There are also show guides, teacher activities and the Talk Theater interactive lecture series to help theater-goers learn the intricacies of featured plays. Webster Groves, 314.968.4925.

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Watch the game on huge HDTVs, dine on the patio and enjoy the best happy hour in town at all three Lester’s locations! We’ve added five specialty burgers; a “must try” for sure. Visit our website and check out our extensive menu and daily happy hour food and drink specials. Thank you to those who helped us win the 2013 Hot List People’s Choice award for Best Sports Bar! Ladue: 9906 Clayton Road, Ladue, MO 63124, 314.994.0055 Chesterfield: 14810 Clayton Road, Chesterfield, MO 63107, 636.230.0055 CWE: 4651 Maryland Ave., St. Louis, MO 63108, 314.932.6040 lestersrestaurant.com

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Immerse yourself in the performing arts and attend HotCity’s free seventh annual GreenHouse New Play Festival, running Friday, June 21 through Sunday, June 23, as well as the upcoming St. Louis premieres for “Maple and Vine” and “The Kosher Lutherans.” Since our 2012 Hot List win, HotCity has enjoyed great success with “Connected,” a social media story, allowing direct interaction between the audience and characters; the play was commissioned by PNC Bank.

3547 Olive Street, Suite 202 St. Louis, MO 63103 314.289.4063 hotcitytheatre.org

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Meka Boutique Indulge in a shopping spree at our freshly redesigned boutique! Since our 2012 Hot List win we have had new fashion arriving daily including accessories to fit every occasion by local designer Katherine Jessica.

With fresh fragrances, lotions, sugar scrubs and candles by Shelley Kyle and K. Hall Designs and gorgeous Old Gringo leather cowgirl boots arriving each month, Meka offers an abundance of trendy options for fashion-forward women.

Craving a little Italian cuisine? Amaze your taste buds with Mangia Italiano’s fresh new spring menu! Night owls can enjoy over 60 late night dishes, all made from scratch with fresh ingredients, until 1:30am. Mangia keeps the fun going until 3am with nightly free live entertainment.

Whether it’s the food, drinks, entertainment or all three, Mangia Italiano will put a smile on your face! Open daily 3pm-3am with Sunday brunch 11am-3pm.

3145 South Grand Boulevard St. Louis, MO 63118 314.664.8585 dineatmangia.net

1632 Clarkson Road Chesterfield MO 63017 636.536.6300 mekaboutique.com

roCk Workout Fitness newbie or seasoned athlete, train with Rock Workout’s expert team and start achieving your dreams! By focusing on each individual’s goals, our trainers strive to create unique exercise protocols to work within each client’s life, maximizing each workout’s effectiveness. We also specialize in workouts for cancer patients and survivors to help minimize side effects during and post treatments. Treat yourself to a private, semi-private or small group training session and begin noticing healthy improvements!

3001 Locust Street St. Louis, MO 63103 314.531.7625 rockworkout.com

soLe & BLues Sole and Blues began as the place for the hip lifestyle enthusiast. By combining a unique blend of footwear and clothing fashion products, Sole and Blues remains cutting edge without the highfalutin’ attitude. The shop continues to change, but the one consistent thread connecting the past to the present is its ongoing commitment to the highest standards of product and personal customer service—catering to rock stars, gurus and fashion newbies alike.

6317 Delmar Blvd.

St. Louis, MO 314.863.3600 soleandblues.com

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mint condition

Love Riche vest, Vibrant M.I.U. shorts and necklace available at CLR-MNSTR, Downtown, 314.241.1930.

Mikoh Swimwear swimsuit available at Splash, Ladue, 314.721.6442.

Ramble On As the temperature rises, let your hem line move with it—keeping your style cropped and cool all summer long.

Photography: Attilio D’Agostino | Styling: Samantha Chadwick Model: Dakota Dawn for Mother Model Management (mothermodelmanagement.com) Hair: Valerie Brown | Makeup: Sharday Johnson Special thanks to Joseph Waeltermann and the Southside Garden Stop (Cherokee, 314.776.2887)

all laced up

ASTR top available at Nordstrom, Saint Louis Galleria, 314.884.4900.

Billabong shorts available at Splash, Ladue, 314.721.6442. Necklace available at CLR-MNSTR, Downtown, 314.241.1930.

american woman

Belstaff jacket available at Neiman Marcus, Plaza Frontenac, 314.567.9811.

Fables by Barrie Lola swim bottom available at Devil City, The Loop, 314.863.8080. Vintage chains, stylist’s own. .

black magic woman

Scully shawl and Blue Chair Bay hat available at GiddyUp Jane, Ladue, 314.993.9944. High-waisted shorts and necklace, stylist’s own.

belly up

Billabong bikini top available at Splash, Ladue, 314.721.6442. L'Agence shorts available at Nordstrom, Saint Louis Galleria, 314.884.4900. Vintage silver chains, stylist's own.

hot wheels

Alice + Olivia top available at Neiman Marcus, Plaza Frontenac, 314.567.9811. Billabong shorts available at Splash, Ladue, 314.721.6442.

Blessings in Disguise necklace available at GiddyUp Jane, Ladue, 314.993.9944. Bicycle available at Cherokee Street Bikes, Cherokee, 314.448.1449.

tough love

SOLEMIO top, Vibrant M.I.U. shorts and body chain available at CLRMNSTR, Downtown, 314.241.1930. Stylist assistants: Raequel Lankford and Laura Guelker.

outdoor

dining guide ALIVE takes you on a delicious tour of St. Louis’ best outdoor dining locations.

Joanie’s PiZZeRia

BiG DaDDY’s soULaRD

Joanie’s, located in the historic Soulard Neighborhood, offers a nice, cozy atmosphere, delicious dining and a great outdoor patio. Whether you’re a regular customer or a first-timer, the friendly staff at Joanie’s will make you feel like family. Sports fans can catch Joanie’s shuttle to any local sporting event free of charge.

Big Daddy’s expansive beer garden has a full-service bar and an unmatched ambiance. Find out about daily lunch, dinner and drink specials at the website, check out Big Daddy’s on Facebook or download the mobile app.

Big Daddy’s also has a full-service upstairs bar available to book for private parties.

did you know? Joanie opened a new fast-casual location at 5441 Telegraph Road in Oakville.

did you know? When the Big Daddy’s shuttle is not taking customers for free to Cardinals and Blues games, it is available for private rentals as well.

Summer happy hour SpecialS: 3:30-6:30pm, Monday-Friday. Beer and well drink specials and a wide variety of half-price appetizers.

muSt-try menu item: Big Daddy’s roasted-and-shaved-daily Roast Beef Cadillac Sandwich is known worldwide for its supreme flavor. If you like wings, try the signature sauces.

top Summer diSh: Pesto Chicken Margherita Pizza

2101 Menard St. · St Louis, MO 63104 · 314.865.1994 Joanies To Go · 314.865.5800 · joanies.com Joanies Oakville · 314.487.9999

upcoming patio event: For lunch, happy hour and late-night gatherings, Big Daddy’s beer garden has been a favorite meeting place and playground for 20- and 30-somethings for over 14 years.

1000 Sidney St. · St. Louis, MO 63104 · 314.771.3066 · bigdaddystl.com

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Oceano Bistro photos by Kalie Long.

oceano BistRo, chesteRfieLD St. Louis’ premier fresh fish bistro, offering the finest seafood from all over the world.

Executive Chef Jon Lowe delivers dynamic recipes with exquisite flavors using only the finest local ingredients. At Oceano, explore the unique worldly flavors that are rarely seen in the Midwest.

Summer happy hour SpecialS: Oceano Bistro is open for its Summer Happy Hour! Specials include great deals on wine and beer and half-off appetizers Monday-Friday from 4-6:30pm.

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muSt-try menu item: Check out the must-try Sautéed Warm Water Sea Bass, herb crusted and served over a sweet corn and asparagus risotto with smoked tomato butter. upcoming patio event: Celebrate Oceano’s can’t-miss upcoming outdoor patio event…every day! Enjoy an al fresco lunch or dinner on the best patio in Chesterfield.

16125 Chesterfield Pkwy West Chesterfield, MO 63017 636.536.9404 · oceanobistro.com

Chevys Fresh Mex Chevys serves up full-flavored food and drinks in a vibrant, energetic atmosphere, with authentic Mexican cuisine made entirely from scratch. Known for its energetic ambiance, Chevys is perfect for couples, families with children or foodies on the lookout for the next exciting place to grab a bite.

suMMer happy hour specIals: Happy hour is every day, starting at 2pm in the Cantina.

With $3 domestic drafts and $4 house margaritas, Dos Equis drafts, well drinks and house wine, you can bet you’ll be happy you went to Chevys! While you’re there, try the Happy Hour Fajita Nachos for $5.99.

Must-try Menu IteM: Sizzling Steak Fajitas with certified black Angus steak—great with a handmade El Mayor Margarita on the rocks.

top suMMer DIsh: Fresh fish tacos with tableside guacamole 5 area locations! facebook.com/chevysstl @chevysstl · chevysstl.com

sqWires restaurant

This season, unwind with a selection from SqWires' tempting martini, beer and wine menu, plus fresh seafood, grass-fed beef, free-range chicken and indulgent desserts. top suMMer DIsh: Explore the summer veggies: sample slowsimmered collard greens, grilled asparagus and sliced tomatoes nestled between house-made mozzarella! suMMer happy hour specIals: Treat yourself with Tuesday-Friday happy hour specials on beers, wines, cocktails and appetizers, plus icy, fresh-shucked oysters and chilled shrimp. upcoMIng patIo event: Enjoy Thursday night barbecue on the patio with smoky, saucy, tasty ribs, burgers, hot dogs, chicken, salmon and picnic sides throughout the barbecue season.

1415 South 18th Street · St. Louis, MO 63104 314.865.3522 · sqwires.com

Morgan street BreWery

Sip your favorite Morgan Street brew and discover innovative dishes like fresh portabello veggie pizza, smoked duck hummus and house-made meatloaf. When evening turns to night, this local brewery becomes the place to be on Laclede’s Landing with live music and dancing!

DID you Know? Morgan Street beer is sold in several St. Louis stores and restaurants so you can savor a refreshing handcrafted lager at any summer occasion. upcoMIng patIo event: Celebrate hump-day on the gorgeous outdoor patio, where patrons can pop open an ice-cold brewski and drink to bands every Wednesday evening!

Must-try Menu IteM: Satisfy your inner carnivore with this tempting plate: grilled and sliced rib-eye steak over chicken and prosciutto tortellini mixed with smoky bacon, fennel and tomato and garlic herb cream broth.

721 North 2nd Street · St. Louis, MO 63102 314.231.9970 · morganstreetbrewery.com

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John D. MCgurk’s irish PuB & garDen This Irish bar offers something for every St. Louisian, from scandalous Mardi Gras parties to wedding rehearsal dinners. McGurk's always provides mouth-watering, authentic dishes and deliciously refreshing beers and cocktails—ever since its opening in 1978!

Morgan Street Brewery and The Block photos by Amber Jolvon. Drunken Fish photos by Kalie Long.

top suMMer DIsh: Satisfy summer cravings by ordering this unique and elaborate dish: five jumbo bacon-wrapped shrimp with cheddar cheese grits and a refreshing ginger barbecue sauce!

cabbage or the stacked Reuben sandwich and pair with a Guinness for a genuine Irish dining experience. upcoMIng patIo event: Patrons can party inside to live Irish bands or relax on the patio, which features gardens, a waterfall and a third outdoor bar opening in June!

Must-try Menu IteM: Order the always-popular corned beef with

1200 Russell Boulevard · St. Louis, MO 63104 314.776.8309 · mcgurks.com

Drunken Fish

the BloCk CWe

Escape the summer heat and treat yourself to the freshest sushi in St. Louis!

With happy hours three times a day, including nearly 50 half-price menu items, this sushi lover’s paradise is the ideal place to share exotic drinks and Japanese dishes with your friends on the elegant outdoor patio. Thank you to the ALIVE readers who voted and helped us win the 2013 Hot List People’s Choice award for Best Sushi! top suMMer DIsh: The White Tiger Roll, filled with irresistible crab, calamari, avocado and white tuna, all topped with delicious sauces!

DID you Know? Drunken Fish is opening a fifth location in Leawood, Kansas and throwing a big bash to celebrate its 10-year anniversary!

Must-try Menu IteM: Sip the Mr. Miyagi: an exotic fish bowl beverage to share, featuring a delicious blend of vodka, melon liqueur, amaretto, pineapple juice and sour.

1 Maryland Plaza · St. Louis, MO 63108 · 314.367.4222 · Drunkenfish.com

Savor the locally inspired and seasonally changing menu at The Block in the Central West End. The Block’s warm and welcoming space provides the ideal setting to enjoy a scrumptious meal and handcrafted cocktails! top suMMer DIsh: House-made bacon jam served with grilled bread and paired with a local craft draught is perfect for sharing with a friend on the patio. suMMer happy hour specIals: Monday-Friday, 5-7pm, enjoy $5 craft cocktails, $5 glasses of house wine, $2.50 Bud Light and Bud Select, $5 Civil Life draughts and $5 bar bites DID you Know? The Block’s two-tiered patio is the largest in the Central West End! 33 North Sarah Street · St. Louis, MO 63108 314.535.5100 · theblockrestaurant.com

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spirits

Bloody Good Sangrias are the perfect summer refresher. by Matt Sorrell

Sangria is a wine-based punch that has its origins in parts of

Europe and South America. This refreshing concoction traditionally uses a red wine base with added fruits and sugar; many classic variations also include brandy and other spirits in the mix. While the name sangria hails from the word sangre (Spanish for blood) because of its usual dark-red hue, there are plenty of versions made with white wine, which are referred to as sangria blancos.

Bars and restaurants love having sangrias on the menu for a multitude of reasons. They’re a good way to use excess wine and fruits that might be hanging around the kitchen; they can be made and served in bulk; and they provide a solid platform for culinary experimentation and creativity.

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Todd Brutcher, general manager at Onesto, offers sangria year-round on his menu and changes the recipe almost daily. Though he’ll bring back customer favorites from time to time, Brutcher says he strives to do as many unique versions as he can, using whatever he happens to find in the restaurant’s walk-in. He ages each fivegallon batch for four days or so, and usually has multiple batches in various states of readiness at any given time.

Recent combinations have included cherry-apple-basil, cherry-plum and jalapeño-peach.

Restauranteur Paul Hamilton has sangrias on the menu at two of his restaurants, Eleven Eleven Mississippi and Vin de Set. At Vin de Set, he offers both red and white versions, usually made with Argentinean or Spanish wines, while the sangria at Eleven Eleven includes Myers dark rum for some added depth and complexity.

This variant is aged for months in the restaurant’s cellar to ensure a complete marriage of flavors.

DIY For the summertime DIYers, try this basic recipe for sangria that can be tweaked for endless flavor variations by adding different wines and fruits and more or less sugar: 1 750 ml bottle of red wine 1 lemon, cut into wedges 1 orange, cut into wedges 2 tbsp sugar 2 oz brandy Pour the wine into a large glass jar or other container. Squeeze the juice from the fruit into the wine, making sure to leave out any seeds, then drop the fruit pieces into the wine as well. Add the sugar and brandy and stir until the sugar is dissolved. Seal the jar and store in a cool, dry place, checking daily until the flavor is where you want it.

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St. Louis Restaurant Guide visit alivemag.com/RESTAURANTS for an expanded list of recommended spots to eat

and drink.

Midtown/ Downtown AL’S RESTAURANT A St. Louis landmark, featuring award-winning steaks and seafood. Dinner Tue.-Sat. 1200 N. 1st St., 314.421.6399. $$$ St. Louis Reimagined local classics and comfort foods, like toasted ravioli, Provel-topped pizza and green bean salad. Lunch and dinner daily. 200 N. 13th St., 314.241.5888. $$

new Alumni

BAILEYS’ RANGE Creative, upscale takes on the classic burger, as well as boozy milkshakes and niche sodas.

Lunch and dinner daily. 920 Olive St., 314.241.8121. $$

key $ Entrées average under $10 $$ Entrées $10–$17 $$$ Entrées $18+

Blondie’s Delectable eats, treats and a selection of specialty drinks inspired by famous blondes.

Breakfast and lunch daily; dinner Thu.-Sat. 1301 Washington Ave., B 314.241.6100. $$ BLOOD & SAND A members-only spot boasting bold and exciting creations in the kitchen and behind the bar. Dinner Mon.-Sat. 1500 St. Charles St., 314.241.7263. $$$ BRIDGE TAP HOUSE and WINE BAR A large craft beer and wine selection, as well as meat and cheese plates, sandwiches and salads. Lunch and dinner daily. 1004 Locust St., 314.241.8141. $$ BURGER BAR Celeb chef Hubert Keller offers build-your-own gourmet

Hot List 2013 Winner Kitchen open past 11pm Outdoor seating new Opened in the last 6 months B Serves brunch

burgers with a large list of breads, meats and condiments. Lunch and dinner daily. 999 N. 2nd St., 314.881.7580. $$ CAFé PINtxOS A bright, busy breakfast shop by morning, a trendy tapas bar by night. Breakfast Mon.-Sat.; dinner daily. 3407 Olive St., 314.338.2500. $$ Café Ventana An extensive lunch selection, including sandwiches, beignets and pastries with your coffee. Open daily. 3919 W. Pine Blvd., 314.531.7500. $ CIELO Quality Italian cuisine, dynamic beverages and stunning views. Open daily. 999 N. 2nd St., 314.881.5759. $$$ B Italian Chow A cheerful Grand Center eatery offering ultra-fresh Italian fare with fast-casual service. Lunch and dinner daily. 374 S. Grand Blvd., 314.531.4433. $

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Copia Modern takes on classic American cuisine with a legendary

Photo by Christopher Gibbons.

Marcia Recks of Modesto shops every day for ingredients to perfect her daily sangria offerings. One of the keys to a good sangria—in addition to fresh fruits—she says, is to use a dry wine to ensure the end result isn’t overly sweet.

She also likes to go the traditional route and include some brandy in her creations.

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eat+Drink / where to go wine garden. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Fri.; dinner Sat. 1122 Washington Ave., 314.241.9463. $$$ DIABLITOS CANTINA Fresh, authentic Mexican cuisine with more than 100 types of house-infused tequila. Lunch and dinner daily. 3761 Laclede Ave., 314.644.4430. $ FLANNERY’S PUB Traditional Irish pub known for an impressive beer list and game-day coverage. Lunch and dinner daily. 1324 Washington Ave., 314.241.8885. $ The Fountain on Locust Freshly made appetizers, entrées, fine ice creams and retro cocktails in a hand-painted Art Deco interior.

Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sun. 3037 Locust St., 314.535.7800. $ The Good Pie Specialty Napoletana-style pizzas, like The Good Pie with buffalo mozzarella. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. 3137 Olive St., 314.289.9391. $$ HARRY’S Great food, happy hour and view of the Arch with a casual atmosphere. Lunch Mon.-Thu.; dinner Mon.-Sat. 2144 Market St., 314.421.6969. $$ Humphrey’s Restaurant & Tavern Loved for its patty melts, fresh garlic fries, burgers and wings, with live music on the patio each Wednesday. Breakfast Mon.-Fri.; lunch and dinner daily. 3700 Laclede Ave., 314.535.0700. $ Joe’s Chili Bowl House-made chili in every form possible, from slingers and chili dogs to tamales and macaroni. Open daily. 808 Chestnut St., 314.241.7070. $ LOCAL HARVEST Seasonal dishes made with sustainable, fresh local products, including delicious vegan and vegetarian options. Breakfast and lunch daily; grocery options at Tower Grove and Kirkwood locations.

815 Olive St., 314.241.3196. Multiple locations, localharvestgrocery.com. $ B

Lucas Park Grille A seasonal menu featuring soups, salads and New American entrées. Lunch and dinner daily. 1234 Washington Ave., 314.241.7770. $$$ B

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Mango Peruvian fusion dishes add a twist to foods you thought you knew.

Lunch Mon.-Sat.; dinner daily. 1101 Lucas Ave., 314.621.9993. $$ Mike Shannon’s A St. Louis

landmark serving upscale American cuisine. Lunch Mon.-Fri.; dinner daily.

620 Market St., 314.421.1540.

Edwardsville location, mikeshannonsgrill.com $$$ MORGAN STREET BREWERY Upbeat microbrewery and pub with great drink specials and live music.

Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sun. 721 N. 2nd St., 314.231.9970. $$ Mosaic A modern fusion restaurant with an array of cold and hot tapas.

Lunch and dinner Mon.-Fri.; dinner Sat. 1001 Washington Ave., 314.621.6001. Multiple locations, mosaicrestaurants.com. $$ PAPPY’S SMOKEHOUSE Memphisstyle barbecue, featuring slowsmoked pork, brisket, chicken, turkey and sausage dressed with Pappy’s signature sauces. Lunch daily; dinner Mon.-Sat. 3106 Olive St., 314.535.4340. $$ Pickles Classic sandwiches like New York Pastrami and one of the best roast beef sandwiches in town.

Lunch and dinner Mon.-Fri; lunch Sat. 701 Olive St., 314.241.2255. Multiple locations, picklesdelistl.com. $ Prime 1000 High-end steaks in a chic setting. Lunch Mon.-Fri.; dinner Mon.-Sat. 1000 Washington Ave., 314.241.1000. $$$ rosalita’s cantina A happening Tex-Mex restaurant offering Mexican favorites. Lunch and dinner daily. 1235 Washington Ave., 314.621.2700. $$ Sauce on the Side Gourmet calzones featuring a wide array of fresh ingredients and sauces, from the Meat Me in St. Louie to the Costanza. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. 903 Pine St., 314.241.5667. $ THREE SIXTY Located on the rooftop of The Hilton at the Ballpark with a spectacular view of the city, stellar cocktails and small plates.

Dinner daily. 1 S. Broadway, 314.241.8439. $$$ TONY’S A St. Louis institution known for fine Italian cuisine and an extensive wine list. Dinner Tue.-Sat. 410 Market St., 314.231.7007. $$$ VIto’s Known for exceptional Italian cuisine and Sicilian-style pizza. Lunch Mon.-Fri.; dinner Mon.-Sun. 3515 Lindell Blvd., 314.534.8486. $$

Lafayette Square/

CLASSIC AMERICAN FARE

Chill Out The importance of ice is frequently overlooked in cocktail making. It not only chills down the drink, but also adds necessary dilution to the final product. When used creatively, ice can serve as a flavor enhancer and garnish as well.

Kyle Harlan, bartender at Boogaloo, puts trays of water in a smoker for about three hours, then freezes them to make sheets of applewood-smoked ice, which he breaks up and uses to shake up his vodka-based Cuban Cooler. The drink is strained over fresh, non-flavored ice for a subtle flavor add. Cory Cuff, manager of Cielo, likes to freeze a variety of liquids, from celery, lime and cucumber juices to beef broth, to help cool down and flavor the savory offerings at his restaurant’s Bloody Mary bar. At Absolutli Goosed, bar manager Robin Schubert has found a unique way to brighten up her drinks, as well as reduce some waste. She pours leftover maraschino cherry juice into star-shaped ice trays to create colorful cool-downs for some of Goosed’s signature cocktails. She also freezes fresh mint leaves in long, cylindrical trays to make custom ice stir sticks for her mojitos.

Making your own creative ice is easy. Just find something you want to freeze—it can be anything from juices and fruits to veggies—and find a proper vessel that’ll stand up to the cold temps.

Try using different containers around the kitchen, like muffin tins. There are plenty of websites that have interesting ice trays for purchase, including ikea.com and cocktailkingdom.com.

Benton Park/ Soulard BAILEYS’ CHOCOLATE BAR A mix of savory and sweet items with desserts such as Baileys’ Chocolate Brownie and bread pudding. Open daily. 1915 Park Ave., 314.241.8100. $ Benton Park Café An extensive breakfast menu including breakfast pizzas, burritos and omelets, plus a full array of lunch and dinner entrées.

Open daily. 1900 Arsenal St., 314.771.7200. $

BOARDS

1/4 slab of ribs with apple jalapeño glaze, choice of {house-smoked} meat, cornbread and side, served with our three house bbq sauces A St. Louis tradition for over ten years!

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– Matt Sorrell Eleven eleven Mississippi Culinary classics from Tuscany and Northern California. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Fri.; dinner Sat. 1111 Mississippi Ave., 314.241.9999. $$$ Franco Country-French fare with a modern twist. Dinner Mon.-Sat. 1535 S. 8th St., 314.436.2500. $$$ the Mud house Fresh-roasted coffee, sandwiches, soups and pastries. Breakfast and lunch daily. 2101 Cherokee St., 314.776.6599. $ B

blues city deli A charming turn-of-the-century storefront with an expansive menu of sandwiches, salads and Po’ Boys. Lunch Mon.-Sat.; dinner Thu. 2438 McNair Ave., 314.773.8225. $

Park Avenue Coffee Chauvin coffee, bagels, house-made muffins, smoothies and a selection of more than 70 gooey butter cakes. Open daily. 1919 Park Ave., 314.621.4020.

Multiple locations, parkavenuecoffee. com. $

BOGART’S SMOKEHOUSE Smoky, Memphis-style barbecue with generous portions. Lunch Tue.-Sat. 1627 S. 9th St., 314.621.3107. $$

PW Pizza Classic pies and one-of-akind recipes with a focus on fresh, local and seasonal ingredients. Lunch and dinner daily. 2017 Chouteau Ave., 314.241.7799. $$

Chava’s Authentic Mexican cuisine known for large portions and tangy margaritas. Lunch and dinner daily.

925 Geyer Ave., 314.241.5503. $

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Open daily. 2650 Sidney St., 314.773.9900. $

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The SHAVED DUCK A cozy atmosphere, live music and meats smoked to perfection. Lunch Tue.-Fri.; dinner Mon.-Sat. 2900 Virginia Ave., 314.776.1407. $$ SIDNEY STREET CAFÉ Traditional favorites like lobster turnovers and steak wasabi balanced with seasonal, local dishes like tripe and game birds.

Dinner Tue.-Sat. 2000 Sidney St., 314.771.5777. $$$ SqWires A seasonal menu featuring fresh interpretations of American classics. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Fri.; dinner Sat. 1415 S. 18th St., 314.865.3522. $$ B

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La Vallesana Authentic Mexican cuisine, from tacos, tortas and burritos to house-made ice cream for dessert.

Lunch and dinner daily. 2801 Cherokee St., 314.776.4223. $ vin de set French cuisine served under the stars on the rooftop bar and bistro. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Fri.; dinner Sat.-Sun. 2017 Chouteau Ave., 314.241.8989. $$$ B

Central west end/ the grove Bixby’s Located on the second floor of the Missouri History Museum with breathtaking views of Forest Park.

Lunch daily. 5700 Lindell Blvd., 314.361.7313. $ B BRASSERIE BY NICHE Casual French dining with an evolving menu of bistro fare, an impressive beer list and classic desserts. Dinner Mon.-Sun. 4580 Laclede Ave., 314.454.0600. $$ B

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CrÊpes: etc. An upscale patisserie serving both sweet and savory crêpes, as well as a variety of homemade pastries, soups and sandwiches.

Breakfast and lunch daily; dinner Fri.-Sat. 52 Maryland Plaza, 314.367.2200. $ the Drunken Fish Japanese sushi lounge with everything from tuna tataki to traditional rolls. Half off signature martinis on Martini Mondays.

Lunch and dinner daily. 1 Maryland Plaza, 314.367.4222. Multiple locations, drunkenfish.com. $$ Eau Bistro Chef de Cuisine Jason Paterno brings an array of masterfully crafted dishes, enhanced by locally grown and organic produce and a 300-bottle wine list. Breakfast and dinner Mon.-Sat. 212 N. Kingshighway

Blvd., 314.454.9000. $$$ B Green Bean Create your own salad or wrap, or choose from the menu of delicious daily creations for a quick, healthy meal. Lunch and dinner daily.

232 N. Euclid Ave., 314.361.4444. $ Herbie’s Vintage 72 Contemporary American cuisine in an elegant atmosphere. Dinner daily. 405 N. Euclid Ave., 314.769.9595. $$ B JOYIA TAPAS Pan-Mediterranean tapas and treats, with a focus on local ingredients and house-made sauces and breads. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sun. 4501 Manchester Ave., 314.531.5300. $$ Kampai Sushi Bar Fresh Japanese cuisine and creative rolls at great prices. Lunch Mon-Fri; Dinner daily.

4949 West Pine Blvd., 314.367.2020. $$ Pi Creative cocktails, homemade desserts and delicious San Fran-style pizza. Open daily. 400 N. Euclid Ave., 314.367.4300. Multiple locations, restaurantpi.com. $$ Salt Upscale dishes like sorghum lacquered duck and handcrafted cocktails, served in the unique ambiance of a former CWE mansion.

Dinner Mon.-Sat. 4356 Lindell Blvd., B 314.932.5787. $$ Sameem Afghan Restaurant Hearty Middle-Eastern cuisine rich with lamb, rice, veggies and authentic Afghan spices. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sun. 4341 Manchester Ave., 314.534.9500. $$ SANCTUARIA Fresh Pan-Latin tapas, paired with a world-class menu of handcrafted cocktails. Dinner Tue.-Sun. 4198 Manchester Ave., 314.535.9700. $$$ Scape american bistro A wide range of dishes from paella to burgers with a great patio and happy hour.

Dinner Tue.-Sun. 48 Maryland Plaza, 314.361.7227. $$$ B scottish arms Authentic Scottish fare, including the best-selling lamb burger and Celtic crisps, with an extensive single-malt scotch list.

Lunch Mon.-Fri.; dinner daily. 6 S. B Sarah St., 314.535.0551. $$ SoHo Restaurant + Lounge A chic, modern lounge boasting sophisticated southern cuisine and cocktails. Dinner Wed.-Sat. 4229 Manchester Ave., 314.932.5554. $$

Sub Zero More than 300 international labels of vodka with a sushi bar and build-your-own burger menu.

Lunch and dinner daily. 308 N. Euclid Ave., 314.367.1200. $$ TASTE Small plates and handcrafted cocktails made with strong attention to detail. Dinner daily. 4584 Laclede Ave., 314.361.1200. $$ Tavern of Fine Arts Fine wines, seasonal appetizers and small plates, surrounded by art from local artists.

Lunch Sat; dinner Mon.-Sat. 313 Belt Ave., 314.367.7549. $ Thai 202 Quick and inexpensive “advanced Thai food,” run by a first-generation Thai family. Lunch and dinner daily. 235 N. Euclid Ave., 314.367.2002. $

South City/ Hampton/ The Hill Aya Sofia Exotic Turkish Mediterranean cuisine, combining Middle Eastern, Greek and Southern Italian flavors and cooking styles. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Fri.; dinner Sat.-Sun. 6671 Chippewa St., 314.645.9919. $$ B Elaia & Olio Choose between the Middle Eastern and Mediterranean dishes featured in the fine-dining setting of Elaia and the more casual wine bar atmosphere at Olio. Dinner Tue.-Sat. at Elaia; lunch and dinner Tue.-Sun. at Olio. 1634 Tower Grove Ave., 314.932.1088. $$$ / $$

314.638.6358. $ modesto Amongst a sea of Italian restaurants, Modesto serves up classic Spanish tapas and flatbreads. Dinner Mon.-Sat. 5257 Shaw Ave., 314.772.8272. $ O’CONNELL’S PUB Famous for burgers, fish and chips and Coney Island hot dogs. Lunch and dinner daily. 4652 Shaw Ave., 314.773.6600. $ The Royale A tavern-style restaurant and bar with drinks named for different parts of the city. Lunch and dinner daily. 3132 S. Kingshighway Blvd., 314.772.3600. $$ Russell’s Café A cozy neighborhood café with a focus on local seasonal ingredients, and fantastic brunch offerings. Breakfast, lunch and dinner Tue.-Sat.; breakfast and lunch Sun. 5400 Murdoch Ave., 314.553.9994. $ B Sasha’s on Shaw A cozy neighborhood wine bar with a tasty selection of small plates and crêpes.

Lunch and dinner daily. 4069 Shaw B Blvd., 314.771.7274. $$

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University City/ The LooP Blueberry Hill Joe Edwards’ flagship restaurant, known for its beer selection and great burgers. Lunch and dinner daily. 6504 Delmar Blvd., 314.727.4444. $

GUIDO’S A distinguished mix of Italian and Spanish cuisine. Lunch and dinner daily. 5046 Shaw Ave., 314.771.4900. $$

ECLIPSE Located in the Moonrise Hotel, featuring cosmic dècor and a creative American menu. Open daily. 6177 Delmar Blvd., B 314.726.2222. $$

MELT Upcycled retro café with diner favorites like waffles, ice cream, specialty alcoholic drinks and milkshakes in mason jars. Breakfast and lunch Wed.-Thu.; breakfast, lunch and dinner Fri.-Sun. 7700 Ivory Ave.,

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Three Monkeys A lively spot featuring a wide variety of coastal cuisine and an extensive wine selection. Lunch and dinner daily. 3153 Morgan Ford Road, 314.772.9800. $$

FARMHAUS Edgy Southern and Midwestern food with a locavore focus from Chef Kevin Willmann.

Lunch Mon.-Thu.; dinner Tue.-Sat. 3257 Ivanhoe Ave., 314.647.3800. $$

Jefferson Avenue Bistro A neighborhood bistro featuring made-from-scratch food, daily specials and two patios. Open daily.

3701 S. Jefferson Ave., 314.771.9200. $$

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Frida’s Deli This meatless deli dishes out vegetarian- and vegan-friendly smoothies, soups, sandwiches and more. Lunch daily; dinner Tue.-Fri. 622 North and South Road, 314.727.6500. $ Market Pub House A traditional American eatery with a lively atmosphere. Lunch and dinner daily.

6655 Delmar Blvd., 314.727.8880. $$ B

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big DaDDy’s soularD Big Daddy’s has been serving great food and throwing the best parties in St. Louis for over 13 years.

Known as “The Best Bar in the Whole Wide World,” it has one of the best happy hour crowds in the city. Happy hour specials include beer buckets, cocktails and several half-priced appetizers from 2-7pm, Monday-Friday.

1000 Sidney St. St. Louis, MO 63104 314.771.3066 bigdaddystl.com

Chevys fresh mex You can’t put a price on happiness...unless your idea of happiness is a margarita!

With $3 domestic drafts and $4 house margaritas, Dos Equis drafts, well drinks and house wine, you can bet you’ll be happy you went to Chevys!

While you’re there, try the Happy Hour Fajita Nachos for $5.99.

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NiCk’s Pub Nick’s features 65 draft beers with 36 from Missouri.

Find your new favorite while enjoying our daily specials, watching hometown teams on 30+ HDTVs or enjoying live music Thursday-Saturday.

Open until 3am nightly, Nick’s is your neighborhood pub no matter where you live! With too many specials to mention, visit our website to learn more!

6001 Manchester Ave. St. Louis, MO 63110 314.781.7806 nicksirishpub.com A L I V E S P ECIAL PROMOTION

eat+Drink / where to go MoMos Mediterranean tapas in a festive setting. Lunch Mon.-Sat.; dinner daily. 630 North and South Road, 314.863.3511. $$ Nico Mediterranean cuisine with a seasonally inspired menu, featuring items like chicken croquettes and Moroccan Lamb. Lunch and dinner daily. 6525 Delmar Blvd., 314.727.0200. $$ B SEOUL TACO Korean barbecue from the well-known food truck, featuring tacos, quesadillas, pot stickers and gogi bowls with steak, chicken, spicy pork or tofu. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. 571 Melville Ave., 314.863.1148. $ Snarf’s Toasted sandwiches, salads and soups, best washed down with the wide selection of microbrew beers.

Lunch and dinner daily. 6301 Delmar Blvd., 314.725.4800. Multiple locations, eatsnarfs.com. $ Tavolo V Neapolitan-style pizza and modern Italian cuisine, served in an airy, STL-inspired space in The Loop.

Lunch and dinner Sun.-Fri.; dinner Sat. 6118 Delmar Blvd., 314.721.4333. $$ B Three Kings Upscale pub fare with a Mediterranean influence. Lunch and dinner daily. 6307 Delmar Blvd., 314.721.3355. $$ Winslow’s Home Farm-fresh foods in a constantly rotating seasonal menu featuring hearty, thoughtfully prepared dishes. Breakfast, lunch and dinner Tue.-Sat.; breakfast and lunch Sun. 7213 Delmar Blvd., 314.725.7559. $ B

Clayton/ Ladue/ Richmond heights 5 STAR BURGERS Gourmet burgers with grass-fed, hormone-free beef or your choice of pork, lamb, veggie, turkey or mahi mahi patties. Lunch and dinner daily. 8125 Maryland Ave., 314.720.4350. $$ A sleek basement pub at the newly renovated Cheshire, with 32 beers on tap, Italian wines, wood-fired pizzas and small plates. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. 7036 Clayton Ave., 314.932.7818. $$$

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BAR LES FRÈRES French cuisine with a rotating menu and an intimate,

New to town

Foodie Field Trips There has been a boom recently in opportunities for exploring all of the culinary goodness St. Louis has to offer—and to meet fellow STL foodies.

Dishcrawl started in California with the idea of visiting a variety of restaurants in a given area in one evening, much like a pub crawl. The idea spread, and St. Louis had its first crawl in April. Check out the schedule at dishcrawl.com/ stlouis for the next event.

History On Tap: Pub Tours of St. Louis’ Historic Neighborhoods, recently launched by Missouri History Museum, is a way for history and beverage buffs to experience St. Louis’ abundance of fine public houses. More info at mohistory.org.

Mystery Meet launched in Boston in 2010, and has now found its way to St. Louis. Foodies meet up to try a new restaurant, announced only 24 hours in advance. Get the whole story at mysterymeet.org.

Savor Saint Louis Food Tours take locals and tourists on weekly one-mile, three-hour food tours of a given St. Louis neighborhood; they kicked off with the Central West End this spring. More info at savorsaintlouis.com.

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romantic atmosphere. Dinner Mon.-Sat. 7637 Wydown Blvd., 314.725.8880. $$

fresh, seasonal ingredients. Breakfast and lunch Tue.-Sun. 8133 Maryland Ave., 314.725.0719. $$ B

BARcelona A see-and-be-seen hotspot to nosh on Spanish tapas.

Lunch Mon.-Sat.; dinner daily. 34 N. Central Ave., 314.863.9909. $$

J. Buck’s A Clayton staple for business lunches and happy hour, with pizza, pasta, burgers and baby back ribs. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Fri.; dinner Sat. 101 S. Hanley Road, 314.725.4700. $$

BOCCI BAR A taste of northern Italy with contemporary flair. Lunch Mon.-Fri.; dinner Mon.-Sat. 16 N. Central Ave., 314.932.1040. $$ A Brazilian steakhouse with a variety of meats and seafood cooked in the churrasco style over an open fire. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Fri.; dinner Sat.-Sun. 172 Carondelet Plaza, 314.727.1007.

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BRIO TUSCAN GRILLe Delicious Tuscan-inspired food that’s upscale yet affordable. Lunch and dinner daily.

1601 S. Lindbergh Blvd., 314.432.4410. $$ B CITY COFFEEHOUSE & CRÊPERIE Sweet and savory crêpes, Belgian waffles and more. Open daily. 36 N. Brentwood Blvd., 314.862.2489. $ B COASTAL BISTRO & BAR Fresh-fromthe-coast oysters and low-country cuisine. Stop by during happy hour for oyster shooters. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. 14 N. Central Ave., 314.932.7377. $$$ COMPANION Acclaimed for fresh ingredients and signature sandwiches and soups. Breakfast and lunch daily.

8143 Maryland Ave., 314.721.5454.

Multiple locations, companionstl.com.

THE CROSSING A seasonal menu of farm-to-table fare. Lunch Mon.-Fri.; dinner Mon.-Sat. 7823 Forsyth Blvd., 314.721.7375. $$$ Crushed Red Urban bake and chop shop serving pizzas and salads made with the freshest ingredients. Lunch and dinner daily. 8007 Maryland Ave., 314.725.8007. $ Demun Oyster Bar The ultimate destination for seafood enthusiasts with fresh oysters from the West Coast daily. Lunch and dinner Sat.-Sun.; dinner Tue.-Fri. 740 Demun Ave., 314.725.0322. $$$ I Fratellini Fine Italian dining with an intimate atmosphere and mouth-watering entrées and desserts.

Lunch and dinner Mon.-Fri.; dinner Sat. 7624 Wydown Blvd., 314.727.7901. $$$ Half and Half A quaint café renowned for inventive recipes with

LESTER’S SPORTS BAR & GRILL Every sports-lover’s dream, with TVs at every post and top-notch bar fare.

Open daily. 9906 Clayton Road, 314.994.0055. Multiple locations, lestersrestaurant.com. $$ Mad Tomato A seasonal, farm-totable menu and fine selection of Italian wines, desserts and pastries. Lunch Mon.-Fri.; dinner Tue.-Sat. 8000 Carondelet Ave., 314.932.5733. $$ NICHE An award-winning bistro with a fabulous menu of American cuisine.

Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sat. 7734 Forsyth Blvd., 314.773.7755. $$$ Océano Premier seafood bistro known for fresh selections and exquisite flavor. Lunch and dinner daily.

44 N. Brentwood Blvd., 314.721.9400. $$$ B PASTARIA Gerard Craft’s fresh approach to Italian dining, featuring house-made pastas, pizzas and gelatos. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Fri.; dinner Sat.-Sun. 7734 Forsyth Blvd., 314.862.6603. $$ Roxane A cozy tapas-style spot with a Bohemian atmosphere and eclectic menu. Lunch Mon.-Sat.; dinner Tue.-Sat. 12 N. Meramec Ave., 314.721.7700. $$ Ruth’s Chris Choose from primo steaks and seafood for fine dining, or the new RBar menu for a more casual lounge experience. Dinner daily. 1 N. Brentwood Blvd., Suite 105, 314.783.9900. Multiple locations, ruthschris.com. $$ Tani Sushi bistro with traditional and fusion-style rolls. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Fri.; dinner Sat. 16 S. Bemiston Ave., 314.727.8264. $$ THE RESTAuRANT AT THE CHESHIRE Seasonal American fare featuring wood-fired meats and seafood, in a beautifully restored historic building. Dinner daily. 7036 Clayton Road, 314.932.7818. $$$ B TRUFFLES Aged prime beef, imported seafood and ingredients locally sourced or crafted in-house.

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eat+Drink / where to go Lunch and dinner Tue.-Fri.; dinner Sat. 9202 Clayton Road, 314.567.9100. $$$

Musick Memorial Drive, 314.645.2835. $$

VIDA Contemporary Mexican cuisine in a vibrant atmosphere with a variety of tequilas and handcrafted cocktails.

Lunch and dinner daily. 1137 Saint Louis Galleria, 314.863.1150. $$ B

MAYA CAFÉ Pan-Latin cuisine with house-made salsas and margaritas and live music regularly. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Fri.; dinner Sat.-Sun. 2726 Sutton Blvd., 314.781.4774. $$

VINO NADOZ WINE BAR An intimate destination with an international wine experience and savory American fusion cuisine.

Dinner Tue.-Sat. 16 The Blvd., 314.726.0400. $$

Milagro Modern Mexican Quality Mexican cuisine and cocktails in a festive and friendly atmosphere.

Lunch and dinner daily. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sun. 20 Allen Ave., 314.962.4300. $ B

Pizza California-style artisan pizza and gourmet sandwiches and salads, all made with fresh produce, additive-free meats and organic sauces and flour. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sun. 7600 Wydown Blvd., zpizza.com. $$

Mile 277 Upscale motorcyclethemed bar and grill, with a focus on top-notch food and live music. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat.; dinner Sun. 10701 Watson Road, 314.645.3277. $

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Acero Traditional, seasonal Italian cuisine, with a multiple-course tasting menu and manageable portions.

Open daily for dinner.7266 Manchester Road, 314.644.1790. $$$ the block Restaurant, butcher shop and bar with a farm-to-table, contemporary American concept.

Lunch Mon.-Fri.; dinner daily. 146 W. Lockwood Ave., 314.918.7900. Multiple locations theblockresturant.com. $$ CYRANO’S CAFÉ Upscale café fare, famous for unique desserts like Cherries Jubilee and World’s Fair Éclair. Lunch and dinner daily. 603 E. Lockwood Ave., 314.963.3232. $$ B

Foundation Grounds This environmentally conscious café offers coffee, bakery treats, salads and sandwiches, using local and organic ingredients with plenty of vegetarian options. Open daily. 7298 Manchester Road, 314.601.3588. $ Home wine kitchen Seasonal American comfort food and wine pairings with service that treats you like family. Lunch and dinner Wed.-Mon. 7322 Manchester Road, 314.802.7676. $$$ B MAI LEE RESTAURANT Traditional Chinese and Vietnamese dishes.

Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sun. 8396

One 19 North Tapas paired with an impressive wine list. Lunch and dinner daily. 119 N. Kirkwood Road, 314.821.4119. $$ B OLYMPIA Greek classics like gyros, spanakopita and kebabs with traditional baklava or creamy rice pudding. Lunch and dinner daily. 1543 McCausland Ave., 314.781.1299. $$ RANOUSH Classic Middle Eastern cuisine like shawarma, falafel and tabbouleh. Lunch and dinner daily.

200 N. Kirkwood Road, 314.984.8899.

Multiple locations, ranoush.com. $$ Robust The Robust Factor helps you navigate an impressive wine list and pair vino with unique tasting plates. Lunch Mon.-Sat.; dinner daily.

227 W. Lockwood Ave., 314.963.0033.

Multiple locations, robustwinebar.com. $$ Southwest Diner Diner classics with a New Mexican twist and plenty of spice and color. Breakfast and lunch daily. 6803 Southwest Ave., 314.260.7244. $

Brew News

An Apple a Day The first release from Redd’s Brewing Company, an affiliate of MillerCoors, Redd’s Apple Ale is best described as a cross between a cider and a light beer. The flavor is crisp and a little sweet, with a lower level of carbonation than cider typically has, but without the bitter “hoppy” flavor that turns some away from ales. The body is light enough to drink with a meal and pairs particularly well with the flavors of pulled pork sandwiches and other summer barbecue favorites. Due out later this year is Redd’s Strawberry Apple Ale.

specials. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sun. 16806 Chesterfield Airport Road, 636.532.7684. $$$

Lunch Mon.-Fri.; dinner Mon.-Sat. 127 Hilltown Village Center, 636.532.6686. $$

bistro 1130 Contemporary French cuisine in an elegant atmosphere.

Dinner daily. 1130 Town and Country Crossing Drive, 636.394.1130. $$$

J. GILBERT’S Western-inspired wood-fired steaks and seafood, with artful presentation. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat.; dinner Sun. 17A West County Center, Ste. A102, 314.965.4600. $$$

BRISTOL SEAFOOD GRILL Fresh seafood and handcrafted cocktails in a modern atmosphere. Lunch Mon.-Fri.; dinner daily. 11801 Olive Blvd., 314.567.0272. $$$ B Chevys Fresh Mex Authentic Mexican food and drinks in a vibrant, energetic atmosphere. Lunch and dinner daily. 9119 Olive Blvd., Olivette, 314.997.3700. Multiple locations, chevystl.com. $$ CIRCLE 7 RANCH Fun appetizers and hand-patted hamburgers and sandwiches, with the added benefit of private table taps. Lunch and dinner daily. 14412 Clayton Road, 636.220.9707. $ Dave & Tony’s The ultimate destination for burger-lovers. Lunch and dinner daily. 12766 Olive Blvd., 314.439.5100. $

TwinOak Wood Fired Fare Specialty wood-fired pizzas with toppings like seasonal veggies and roasted chorizo. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sun. 1201 Strassner Drive, 314.644.2772. $$

EDGEWILD RESTAURANT AND WINERY A unique twist on American comfort food expertly paired with premium wines. Lunch and dinner daily. 550 Chesterfield Center, 636.532.0550. $$

Water street Excelling in specialty and vintage cocktails with an intriguing menu of small plates.

Dinner Mon.-Sat. 7268 Manchester Road, 314.646.8355. $$

GIANFABIO’S ITALIAN CAFÉ Italian dishes, brick-oven pizzas and pastries.

West County annie gunn’s Known for heartwarming dishes and seasonal

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Hendrick’s BBQ World-class St. Louis-style barbecue, accompanied by the Moonshine Blues Bar. Lunch and dinner daily. 1200 S. Main St., 636.724.8600. $$ MARCELLA’S MIA SORELLA Simple, light-hearted Italian fare including house-made pastas and hand-thrown pizzas baked in a 700-degree brick oven. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Fri.; dinner Sat. 14426 Clayton Road, 636.333.1015. $$ Sugarfire Smokehouse Inspired barbecue fare, using local meats and veggies carved to your specification.

Lunch and dinner daily. 9200 Olive Blvd., Olivette, 314.997.2301. $ TACHIBANA The oldest Japanese restaurant in St. Louis with authentic décor and a sushi bar. Lunch Mon.-Fri.; dinner daily. 12967 Olive Blvd., 314.434.3455. $$ The Tavern Contemporary American cuisine served in a sophisticated setting. Dinner daily.

2961 Dougherty Ferry Road, 636.825.0600. $$$

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DESTINATION: CLAYTON JoN’S pIpe SHop

Founded in 1926, Jon’s Pipe Shop is one of the best-stocked tobacco merchants in the Midwest. The landmark shop has been carrying a full line of cigars, tobaccos, pipes and accessories for 70+ years, and features the full line of Davidoff, Dunhill (cigars and smoker’s accessories), as well as ST. Dupont lighters and writing instruments. Also coming soon, customers will be able to enjoy more convenient online shopping, which currently includes all items available for purchase organized by brand.

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Our designer curtains are works of art ready for you to take home today. Designers source material from around the world and work with fabric specialists to create exclusive designs. Each fabric undergoes an artistic evaluation with an eye towards creating a signature style. Simply put, you won’t find curtains like these anywhere else. Now featuring Peacock Alley bedding.

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Spring Saint Louis Fashion Week audiences were wowed as models worked the runway with edgy hairstyles and makeup by KINK Hair Salon. Owner Josh Nichols, who has experience with industry leaders Kevin Murphy and Fred Segal, personally trains all KINK stylists.

Services from cuts and coloring to extensions and keratin blowouts, KINK knows how to get you red carpet ready! A huge thank you to those who helped us win the Hot List People’s Choice award for Best Salon!

Tone it up at Clayton Pilates Studio’s new location and work with highly trained instructors to help you achieve that lean, swimsuit-ready body! Offering group and private sessions, our classes cater to all fitness levels and provide the perfect combination of toning, stretching and stress relieving workouts to firm legs, arms and the core. The studio now provides teacher-training programs for aspiring Pilates gurus by enthusiastic instructors from the internationally renowned Pilates Center of Boulder, Colorado.

Lusso is a hip little lifestyle store!

An emporium, a mercantile, the world’s smallest department store.

Whatever you call us, we think you will love shopping here and through our online store. Repeatedly voted the “Best Gift Shop in St. Louis,” we offer a fabulous array of home decor, jewelry, clothing and gifts from your favorite designers. The bow on top: we are happy to wrap it up in our signature gift wrap; complimentary of course!

Relax after work and sip specialty cocktails for happy hour at the newly renovated Bar Napoli. This bar features an exclusive patio where guests can enjoy warm summer evenings listening to live entertainment or watching a game on one of the three TVs. At night, this classy bar becomes a late-night hangout for young professionals to mingle and indulge in surprise latenight drink specials while listening and dancing to the DJ on Friday and Saturday nights.

7754 Forsyth Boulevard Clayton, MO 63105 314.863.5731 cafenapoli.com

7731 Clayton Road Clayton, MO 63105 314.721.3616 claytonpilatesstudio.com

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Chevys Fresh Mex Chevys serves up full-flavored food and drinks in a vibrant, energetic atmosphere, dishing out authentic Mexican cuisine made entirely from scratch. Known for its energetic ambiance, Chevys is perfect for couples, families with children or foodies on the lookout for the next exciting place to grab a bite.

Coffee Cartel Coffee Cartel is one of St. Louis’ hottest spots! Open 24 hours, Coffee Cartel features a full food menu 24 hours per day! Located in the heart of the CWE, this is a place to see and be seen. Stop in for some great desserts including Edy’s Grand Ice Cream! Free WiFi, pool table, games and more!

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2 Maryland Plaza St. Louis, MO 63108 314.454.0000 thecoffeecartel.com

Olympia Kebob House and Taverna Home to some of the best authentic Greek food in town for the past 32 years, Olympia is open daily for lunch and dinner. Savor homemade Greek specialties like gyros and kebobs in a cozy European atmosphere complete with a full bar and open-air patio.

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Stanley’s Cigar Lounge Stanley’s Cigar Lounge, established in 1876, is the oldest, largest and only cigar retailer and lounge in Downtown St. Louis. With more than 1,000 different cigars and the largest selection of single malt scotches, cognacs and cordials, Stanley’s boasts an unparalleled location in the St. Louis area. Open Mon.-Sat., 3pm-1am.

1543 McCausland Ave. St. Louis, MO 63117 314.781.1299

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Piccione Pastry Piccione Pastry has arrived and is are excited to bring St. Louis the finest in single-serve Italian pastries and beverages! Perfectly situated for a morning snack, midday break, quick stop on your way home or the perfect complement to dinner.

We’re open late, so stop in to welcome us to The Loop!

Elicia’s Pizza Delivery Elicia’s Pizza has been serving the St. Louis area since 1981, offering both regular delivery and catering services. Whether you’re a local or just visiting, you must try this local favorite to experience the hottest and freshest pizza, pasta and sandwiches in town! Elicia’s Pizza is your one-stop solution for all of your delivery or catering needs!

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University City, MO, 63112 314.932.1355 piccionepastry.com

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Syberg’s Chesterfield Boasting an expansive menu that is sure to please every guest with favorites such as wings and pizza and refreshing cocktails for adults, Syberg’s Chesterfield is the go-to restaurant in St. Louis! Just minutes from local fields, stop by after all the kids’ games for an outstanding family friendly experience.

Three Kings Public House The gastronomic wizards at Three Kings have devised a menu of flavorful fare from locally sourced ingredients served alongside 21 draft beers. Dishes and drinks tickle taste buds as diners lounge on the sidewalk patio, private courtyard or in the restaurant’s cozy exposed-brick interior. Open all day for Father’s Day!

17392 Chesterfield Airport Road Chesterfield, MO 63005 636.532.7600 sybergs.com

6307 Delmar Blvd.

St. Louis, MO 63130 314.721.3355 threekingspub.com

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This sold-out show features the pop-punk band Fall Out Boy and many songs from its first studio album since 2008, “Save Rock and Roll.” Plenty of excitement is sure to ensue at this energetic show.

Tickets at thepageant.com (6161 Delmar Blvd., The Loop).

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SON VOLT June 1, The Pageant

Jay Farrar’s Americana indie-rock band Son Volt has been making heartache-tinged music for years.

With its newest album, “Honky Tonk,” the band combines traditional music with a modern, slightly melancholic twist. Tickets at thepageant.com (6161 Delmar Blvd., The Loop).

KINGS OF THE MIC June 1, Scottrade Center

LL Cool J is back on tour with “Kings of the Mic,” joined by other stage-worthy MCs like Public Enemy, Ice Cube and De La Soul. With LL Cool J’s newest album, “Authentic,” released late this spring, fans are ready to see the man in action. Tickets at scottradecenter.com (1401 Clark Ave., Downtown).

MUSIC OF PINK FLOYD June 1, Powell Hall

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extensive repertoire with songs from “The Dark Side of the Moon,” “Wish You Were Here” and “Animals,” accompanied by an eight-piece rock band. Tickets at stlsymphony.org (718 N. Grand Blvd., Grand Center).

Hear some of the city’s most folk-tastic bands as the annual Twangfest kicks off at Plush and The Duck Room at Blueberry Hill. More info at twangfest. com (3224 Locust St., Midtown; 6504 Delmar Blvd., The Loop).

THE TALLEST MAN ON EARTH June 5, The Pageant

FOALS June 7, The Pageant

With a Bob Dylan-like sound and an impressive list of opening act tours, Swedish singer-songwriter Kristian Matsson has led his band on its journey of folk-meets-soul music since 2006. Tickets at thepageant.com (6161 Delmar Blvd., The Loop).

Foals plays from its third and latest album, “Holy Fire,” which includes a harder edge and soulful tunes like “Inhaler,” “My Number” and “Late Night.” Tickets at thepageant.com (6161 Delmar Blvd., The Loop).

FUNKY BUTT BRASS BAND June 5, Missouri Botanical Garden

LUKE BRYAN June 14, Verizon Wireless Amphitheater

Don’t miss the local favorite Funky Butt Brass Band as it combines R&B, soul, Motown, blues and Southern rock as part of the Whitaker Music Festival at Missouri Botanical Garden.

More info at missouribotanicalgarden. org (4344 Shaw Blvd., Shaw).

American country star Luke Bryan brings some of his newest tunes to St. Louis and shows off fan favorites like “All My Friends Say” and “We Rode in Trucks.” Thompson Square and Florida Georgia Line open. Tickets at livenation.com (14141 Riverport Drive, Maryland Heights).

TWANGFEST 17 June 5-8, The Duck Room and Plush

FATHER JOHN MISTY June 14, The Firebird

Joshua Tillman performs under the stage name of Father John Misty in his latest musical venture, “Fear Fun,” which is marked by its dreamy lyrics and surreal sounds. Previously, Tillman was known for his extensive work with the indie-rock band Fleet Foxes. Tickets at firebirdstl.com (2706 Olive St., Midtown).

KIM MASSIE June 19, Missouri Botanical Garden

Known as St. Louis’ blues diva, Kim Massie performs her bluesy, emotionrich tunes as part of the Whitaker Music Festival. More info at missouribotanicalgarden.org (4344 Shaw Blvd., Shaw).

O.A.R. June 20, The Pageant

On its “Sounds of Summer Tour,” the much-loved rock band O.A.R. brings its signature sound to The Pageant in honor of the soon-to-be-released eighth album and recent live recording at Red Rocks Amphitheater. Tickets at thepageant.com (6161 Delmar Blvd., The Loop).

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SLAID CLEAVES June 24, Off Broadway

Slaid Cleaves brings a one-of-a-kind spin to folk-rock with his rich lyrics, country twang and emotionally moving music. Tickets at offbroadwaystl.com (3509 Lemp Ave., Cherokee).

RANSOM NOTE June 26, Missouri Botanical Garden

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In another of Missouri Botanical Garden’s Whitaker Music Festival shows, local band Ransom Note plays rock-and-roll with a distinct soulful edge. More info at missouribotanicalgarden.org (4344 Shaw Blvd., Shaw).

SGT. PEPPER’S LONELY HEARTS CLUB BAND June 28, Powell Hall

The St. Louis Symphony pays homage to The Beatles by giving its unique spin to the English band’s eighth studio album, “Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band,” complete with songs like “With a Little Help From My Friends” and “Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds.” Tickets at stlsymphony.org (718 N. Grand Blvd., Grand Center).

SLAM OUTDOOR MUSIC SERIES June 29, Art Hill 5:00-8:30PM on central ave in downtown clayton

This evening presented by Jazz St. Louis features some of the most exciting local jazz and blues bands.

Bring blankets and snacks, and save yourself a spot on Art Hill for this spectacular plein air show. More info at slam.org (1 Fine Arts Drive, Forest Park).

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In a concert that is sure to bring together fans of late ’90s boy bands, New Kids on the Block hits the scene in St. Louis accompanied by the ever-smooth vocalists of 98 Degrees and Boyz II Men. Fans will be eager to rock out to favorites like “Cover Girl,” “You Got It” and “Step

By Step.” Tickets at scottradecenter. com (1401 Clark Ave., Downtown).

ART THERE AND GONE Through June 15, Bruno David Gallery

Yvette Dubinsky is known for her vivid photographs, clever photo col-

lages and insightful looks at simple, yet beautiful items and places. More info at brunodavidgallery.com (3721 Washington Blvd., Grand Center).

KERRY JAMES MARSHALL Through July 7, Contemporary Art Museum

This exhibit by artist Kerry James Marshall takes a look at the complex story of African-American life and culture and the role that an artist holds when portraying such history.

More info at camstl.org (3750 Washington Blvd., Grand Center).

A DECORATED CHRONOLOGY Through August 11, Contemporary Art Museum

Internationally known artist Lari Pittman combines vibrant colors, caricatures, graphics, symbolism and more as he addresses such subjects as desire, sexuality and violence. More info at camstl.org (3750 Washington Blvd., Grand Center).

CONTEMPORARY GERMAN ART Through Sept. 7, Mildred Lane Kemper Art Museum

Featured works include neo-Expressionist work from the 1980s as well as installation art from Franz Ackermann and Michel Majerus. More info at kemperartmuseum.wustl. edu (1 Brookings Drive, University City).

NEW MEDIA SERIES: HIRAKI SAWA Through Sept. 8, Saint Louis Art Museum

“Migration” is a seven-minute digital video created by artist Hiraki Sawa that depicts men and women at a Lilliputian scale along with miniature horses, elephants, camels and more. More info at slam.org (1 Fine Arts Drive, Forest Park).

MANTEGNA TO MAN RAY Through Oct. 27, Saint Louis Art Museum

Part of the inaugural exhibition for Saint Louis Art Museum’s two new main-floor galleries, this exhibit focuses on the museum’s unique paper-based collection. Standout pieces include those by Andrea Mantegna and Rembrandt van Rijn.

More info at slam.org (1 Fine Arts Drive, Forest Park).

THE MULTICOLORED WORKS Through January 2014, The Pulitzer

Jennifer Steinkamp “Madame Curie” at CAM “Cruel to be Kind” ARTs

Innovation in the Arts St. Louis’ Regional Arts Commission has awarded its first-ever Innovation Grants to nine local cultural organizations. The grants, adding up to $466,000, go to groups that “think in new ways and take risks.” The goal is to fund projects that are outside the box and don’t qualify for traditional grants. We caught up with the recipients to find out their plans for the funds.

Contemporary Art Museum: $100,000 for video art installations projected on the museum’s exterior facade.

Metro Theater Company: $80,000 for projects including a new works festival to promote theater for young audiences.

Art Saint Louis: $50,000 for creating a digital marketplace for artists to sell their work.

Craft Alliance: $50,000 to create international online craft technique classes with the Netherlands, Ghana and India.

Openly Disruptive: $50,000 to create an online interactive museum.

World Chess Hall of Fame: $50,000 to create an outreach initiative to prevent youth violence through integrating arts, chess and hip-hop culture.

STAGES St. Louis: $43,000 to establish St. Louis as a hub for the creation of new American musical productions.

CAM photo by Robert Wedemeyer/Contemporary Art Museum.

Shakespeare Festival Saint Louis: $25,000 for an international website dedicated to the Bard.

HEARding Cats: $18,000 for developing instruments for underwater concerts and multimedia soundscapes.

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Featuring a diverse set of works by artist Donald Judd, created between the years 1984 and 1992, this exhibit is curated by Marianne Stockebrand and takes a look at the artist’s shifting engagement with color. More info at pulitzerarts.org (3716 Washington Blvd., Grand Center).

JEREMY RABUS June 7-29, Hoffman LaChance Gallery

Geometry and bright colors

dominate the gallery as local artist Jeremy Rabus showcases his latest works. Interact with and be amazed by this compelling art.

More info at hoffmanlachancefineart.com (2713 Sutton Blvd., Maplewood).

IT’S NOT THE HEAT IT’S THE HUMIDITY June 7-Aug. 4, St. Louis Artists’ Guild and Galleries

This all-styles, all-media juried exhibition features artwork by local artists as

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More info at stlouisartistsguild.org (2 Oak Knoll Park, Clayton).

THEATER/ DANCE TWELFTH NIGHT Through June 16, Forest Park

Featuring actors like Leslie Handelman as Olivia and Joshua Thomas as Orsino, Shakespeare Festival’s 2013 production brings the comedy of mistaken identities and silly love trysts to Shakespeare Glen. More info at sfstl.com (Shakespeare Glen, Forest Park).

evening Cline passed away at only 30 years old. Tickets at stagesstlouis.org (111 South Geyer Road, Kirkwood).

IL TABARRO, PAGLIACCI June 1-29 (select dates), LorettoHilton Center

If you’re in the mood for betrayal, love, passion and murder, don’t miss this performance of two separate one-acts, “Pagliacci” and “Il Tabarro.” Both works are known for famous tenor arias and highly dramatic plotlines. Tickets at operastl.org (130 Edgar Road, Webster Groves).

SIX DEGREES OF SEPARATION June 6-22, Tower Grove Abbey

Taking a unique—and more rhythmic—view of the classic “Wizard of Oz” story, The Black Rep presents the highly praised musical “The Wiz,” created by Charlie Smalls.

Tickets at theblackrep.org (3610 Grandel Square, Grand Center).

This clever drama-meets-comedy examines the notion that a person is really only six connections away from every other human being. Follow Upper East Side socialite Ouisa Kittredge as she discovers whether this theory holds true. Tickets at straydogtheatre.org (2336 Tennessee Ave., Tower Grove).

ALWAYS…PATSY CLINE Through June 30, Robert G. Reim Theater

PIRATES OF PENZANCE June 6-29 (select dates), LorettoHilton Center

With 27 of country star Patsy Cline’s best hits (such as “Crazy” and “Walking After Midnight”), as well as real-life memories from Cline’s best friend, Texas housewife Louise Seger, this musical focuses on their friendship and takes place on the

Find out whether true love can prevail over such obstacles as deaf nursemaids, a band of orphaned pirates, a misguided police raid and the complications of Leap Year.

Tickets at opera-stl.org (130 Edgar Road, Webster Groves).

THE WIZ Through June 29, Grandel Theatre

CHAMPION June 15-30 (select dates), LorettoHilton Center

Based on the true story of world welterweight champion Emile Griffith, this Opera Theatre of St. Louis performance looks at the fighter’s biggest triumph and tragedy, his fight and incidental killing of Benny “The Kid” Paret. Tickets at opera-stl.org (130 Edgar Road, Webster Groves).

THE KISS June 16-28 (select dates), LorettoHilton Center

Filled to the brim with romance, comedy and spectacular music, Opera Theatre of St. Louis’ “The Kiss” tells the story of Lukas and Vendulka, a pair of lovebirds in 19th-century Czechoslovakia, as Lukas tries to convince his fiancée that he deserves a kiss before the big day. Tickets at opera-stl.org (130 Edgar Road, Webster Groves).

INVIGORATE June 21-22, Touhill Performing Arts Center

The Big Muddy Dance Company combines modern and classical choreography in its unique show, complete with jazz, Broadway and contemporary dance styles. Tickets at touhill. org (1 University Blvd., Maryland Heights).

CELEBRATE! June 21-22, Edison Theatre

In its annual Pride concert, Gateway Men’s Chorus performs a musical journey that includes works like “You’ll Never Walk Alone” from Rodgers and Hammerstein’s musical, “Carousel” and “Man in the Mirror”

by Michael Jackson. Tickets at edison. wustl.edu (6445 Forsyth Blvd., University City).

SHREK THE MUSICAL June 24-30, The Muny

For those who loved the DreamWorks film series, “Shrek the Musical” will delight with its ogre-princess love story, Broadway tunes and hilarious characters. Tickets at muny.org (1 Theatre Drive, Forest Park).

CHARITY TOUR DE CURE June 1, Alton Riverfront Amphitheater

More than just a cycling event, the annual Tour De Cure provides rides for the entire family, while raising money to support the American Diabetes Association. More info at tour.diabetes. org (Riverfront Drive, Alton, IL).

BCI WING DING June 6, Frontier Park

Venture to historic St. Charles for the BCI Wing Ding, featuring live music

by Smash Band, adult beverages, tasty wings and other select dishes from more than 20 local restaurants. The event is free to enter, and food and drink tickets are available for pur-

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Beyond the Fringe St. Lou Fringe Festival returns for its second year after a wildly successful debut in 2012. This year’s festival, June 20-24, will feature 30 local and national artists producing more than 100 shows over five days at Grand Center. Festivalgoers can experience theater, musicals, dance, music, burlesque, street magic and more.

Founder Emily Piro says the festival will recreate last year’s successful formula, but in an even bigger and better way. Visitors can expect more outdoor events and a streamlined outdoor experience; when an indoor performance is happening, something will be happening outside on the street simultaneously. A new venue, ANNONYArts at Satori, has been added as well, resulting in more convenient show times and every act getting a prime spot. Plus, there are two additional days dedicated to family-friendly entertainment. Even better, this year’s most successful Fringe shows will get the opportunity to perform the following weekend on the main stage of St. Louis Pride Fest. For tickets and more info, visit stloufringe.wordpress.com.

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chase, with proceeds benefiting Boone Center, Inc. More info at boonecenter. com (650 South Riverside Drive, St. Charles).

URBAN RENAISSANCE GALA June 9, Renaissance Hotel Airport

Benefiting the Urban League of Young Professionals in St. Louis, the Urban Renaissance Gala features a cocktail hour, delicious dinner and live entertainment. More info at ulyp-stl.org (9801 Natural Bridge Road, Berkeley).

KIDS IN THE MIDDLE June 13, St. Albans Country Club

This golf tournament benefits Kids In the Middle, an organization that

works with children, parents and family members during divorce to provide counseling and education. More info at kidsinthemiddle.org (101 St. Albans Road, St. Albans).

RACE FOR THE CURE June 15, Downtown

Take part in the annual Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure, raising money and awareness for breast cancer research. Whether you’re a runner or prefer to walk, dress up in pink and do your part in this nationally recognized event. More info at komenstlouis.org.

ZOOFARI June 21, The Saint Louis Zoo

Huey Lewis and the News headlines at this event to benefit the Saint Louis Zoo. Zoofari 2013 features food and beverages from local restaurants and a special silent auction. Guests are encouraged to go formal, but be creative with tails, claws, spots, stripes or whatever animal features strike their fancy. More info at stlzoo.org (1 Government Drive, Forest Park).

CYCLE FOR LIFE June 22, T.R. Hughes Ballpark

The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation’s third annual Cycle for Life event invites cyclists to take part in scenic 20-, 35or 62-mile rides to help raise money for vital research and care. More info

NATIONAL KIDNEY FOUNDATION CADILLAC GOLF CLASSIC June 27, Whitmoor Country Club

Thousands of golfers take part in this annual golf classic, which benefits the National Kidney Foundation. Each qualified winning team and the second and third finishers get an invite to compete in the national championship. More info at kidneyemo. org (1100 Whitmoor Drive, Weldon Spring).

LITERARY/ SPEAKING GALLERY TALK: KOREAN ART June 6-7, Saint Louis Art Museum

Join Philip Hu, the associate curator of Asian art at Saint Louis Art Museum, in the museum’s Sculpture Hall as he discusses the nuances and impact of Korean art. More info at slam.org (1 Fine Arts Drive, Forest Park).

FACE YOUR FEARS June 8, Central Library

A guest on shows like “The Today Show,” “Good Morning America” and “The Oprah Winfrey Show,” Dr. David Tolin discusses fear and anxiety and how to overcome them. He is the author of the well-received book, “Face Your Fears: A Proven Plan to Beat Anxiety, Panic, Phobias, and

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NED RANDLE June 8, All On the Same Page Bookstore

Belleville-based author and poet Ned Randle reads from his newly released poetry collection, “Running at Night,” and novel, “Baxter’s Friends.” More info at allonthesamepagebookstore. com (11052 Olive Blvd., Creve Coeur).

RIVER STYX June 17, Tavern of Fine Arts

The Hungry Young Poets Series brings together the best and brightest young poets of the St. Louis area to read and perform their poetry. More info at riverstyx.org (313 Belt Ave., Central West End).

THE ROYAL HISTORIAN OF OZ June 29, Central Library

Born and raised in St. Louis, Angelica Shirley Carpenter is now the curator emerita of the Arne Nixon Center for the Study of Children’s Literature at California State University, Fresno.

For this lecture, she speaks about the works of L. Frank Baum, especially “The Wizard of Oz.” More info at slpl. org (1310 Olive St., Downtown).

SPECIAL EVENTS LOST EGYPT Through Sept. 2, Saint Louis Science Center

This interactive exhibit features a real human mummy, animal mummies, scans, forensic facial reconstructions and more. Don’t miss this lesson on ancient Egypt’s mysteries, history, language and culture. More info at slsc. org (5050 Oakland Ave., Forest Park).

GRIDIRON GLORY Through Sept. 3, Missouri History Museum

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A comprehensive traveling exhibition, “Gridiron Glory” features 6,000 square feet of memorabilia, football artifacts, rare photos and more, all paying homage to the sport of football. More info at mohistory.org (5700 Lindell Blvd., Forest Park).

BETWEEN TWO WORLDS Through Oct. 20, Missouri History

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This special exhibit explores the struggles that 20th-century soldiers face to stay connected to their home lives and families while away at war, and the challenge of eventually returning to their real lives. More info at mohistory.org (5700 Lindell Blvd., Forest Park).

INDIHOP 2013 June 1, The Grove and Cherokee

Sample from more than 50 local craft brews in two lively neighborhoods, accompanied by live music from 12 bands at this first-year festival. Better yet, free shuttles are on hand to safely transport festival-goers from one neighborhood’s festivities to the other.

More info at facebook.com/indihop (Manchester Ave., The Grove; Cherokee St., Cherokee).

TASTE OF CLAYTON June 2, Downtown Clayton

The 19th annual Taste of Clayton food festival features samplings from 15 award-winning restaurants in the area for $7 or less per taste. Special $2 tastings are also offered, and live music and kids’ activities provide entertainment. More info at tasteofclayton.com (Brentwood Blvd. between Forsyth Blvd. and Maryland Ave., Clayton).

MIDTOWN TASTE ART FAIR June 1-2, Midtown

Numerous artists, musicians, restaurants, breweries and more showcase their best products for passers-by at this charming summer festival. The festival also features a children’s village, wine garden, nonprofit area and more. More info at midtowntaste.com (Locust Street, Midtown).

WEST END STOMP June 7, Mahler Ballroom

The first West End Stomp debuts a series of monthly swing dances, set for the first Friday of each month. Early arrivals are treated to beginner dance lessons, offered at no additional cost.

More info at lindyhopstlouis.org (4915 Washington Blvd., Central West End).

ART & AIR June 7-9, Downtown Webster Groves

Stroll through charming Webster Groves for this plein air art, food and entertainment festival featuring local artists and some of the best food trucks around. More info at artandair.com

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Rev Your Start-up Engines St. Louis is in the midst of a startup boom, with competitions, incubators, co-working facilities and investor groups popping up all over the city. Many of them target tech companies that promise huge returns on hefty investments, but Derek Weber, co-founder of goBRANDgo!, is more interested in the little guy—small companies that aim to stay and thrive in STL. “They’re the ones that grow our local economy,” he says. To help, Weber has created go!-Celerator, a start-up competition for young entrepreneurs (under 30) who don’t need a large investment—just a leg up.

The inaugural winning team consists of Massachusetts resident Quinn Worden (23), SLU student Nathan Johnson (21) and St. Louisan Nick Turner (23). Their company, HCP United, is an e-commerce platform that allows healthcare providers to offer over-the-counter medical products on their websites. On June 3, the team begins with an office at goBRANDgo!, mentors in several key areas and free housing in a Benton Park apartment building. To extend the go!-Celerator incubator concept, Weber is also looking to create The Conflux, a co-working facility complete with offices, an auditorium and a snack bar. Shepard Elementary and Lemp Brewery are currently under consideration as locations. For more info, visit gocelerator.org or call 314.754.8712.

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(475 East Lockwood Ave., Webster Groves).

ST. LOUIS PAGAN PICNIC June 8-9, Tower Grove Park

With this year’s theme as “Reclaiming Our Heritage,” the St. Louis Pagan Picnic features arts, crafts, folk music and mysticism. Don’t miss the Bardic Circle performers or the mesmerizing drum shows that last throughout the weekend. More info at paganpicnic. org (Tower Grove Park, Tower Grove).

ONCE UPON A TIME June 8-Sept. 22, Magic House

This fairy tale-filled exhibit features stories like “Beauty and the Beast,” “The Elves and the Shoemaker” and “Jack and the Beanstalk” in a format that allows kids to dress up and become their favorite characters.

More info at magichouse.org (516 S. Kirkwood Road, Kirkwood).

THREE STOOGES NIGHT June 10, Schlafly Bottleworks

Watch the three notorious goofballs and their outrageous gags during this regular film and beer event. More info at schlafly.com (7260 Southwest Ave., Maplewood).

48 HOUR FILM PROJECT June 21-23, Tivoli Theater

Local filmmakers race against the clock to produce short films and compete in different genres and categories during this annual two-day film project. More info at 48hourfilm. com/stlouis (6350 Delmar Blvd., The Loop).

FIESTA IN FLORISSANT June 22-23, Knights of Columbus Park

Hosted by Hispanic Festival Inc., this celebration features authentic Hispanic cuisine, dancing and art. More info at hispanicfestivalstl.com (50 St. Francois Street, Florissant).

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7300 Manchester Ave. · Maplewood, MO 63143 314.645.3600 · cityofmaplewood.com/ltea

Lindell Boulevard & DeBaliviere Place in Forest Park 314.746.4599 · mohistory.org

Somewhere between Mardi Gras and the Christmas Tree Walk is Let Them Eat Art, Maplewood’s whimsical tribute to Bastille Day. Stroll through historic downtown Maplewood and enjoy live art, live entertainment, kids’ activities, food and drink specials and surprises!

Dance with your friends as St. Louis favorite Gumbohead kicks off the evening and warms you up for headliner The Gene Dobbs Bradford Blues Experience. Free admission. Friday, July 12 from 6-11pm.

Celebrate Pride month with three films that explore vital issues in the LGBT community. Wednesday, June 5, “Love Free or Die” is about the ordination of Gene Robinson, the first openly gay bishop. Wednesday, June 12, “Ring of Fire: The Emil Griffith Story” looks at prejudice in the world of sports. Monday, June 24, “Brother Outsider: The Life of Bayard Rustin” remembers the openly gay civil rights activist who organized the March on Washington.

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Robert G. Reim Theatre, Kirkwood Civic Center · 111 South Geyer Road 3648 Washington Boulevard · St. Louis, MO 63108 St. Louis, MO 63122 · 314.821.2407 · stagesstlouis.org 314.533.9900 · thesheldon.org This summer, STAGES St. Louis presents a season of exhilaration and empowerment! It all begins with a celebration of country music legend Patsy Cline in “Always… Patsy Cline” (through June 30) then a treat for the entire family, Disney’s “Cinderella” (June 19-June 30). The dance-filled hit “Legally Blonde, The Musical” follows (July 19-August 18) and the grand finale is everyone’s favorite “My Fair Lady” (September 6-October 6).

New subscriptions for The Sheldon’s exciting 2013-2014 season are on sale now! Don’t miss artists such as Rickie Lee Jones, Béla Fleck and Abigial Washburn, David Halen, Chucho Valdés and more; performing in the perfect acoustics of The Sheldon Concert Hall.

Subscribe and save over single ticket prices! Order early for best seat selection! Call The Sheldon at 314.533.9900 or visit thesheldon.org.

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The Magic House

Laumeier Sculpture Park

516 South Kirkwood Road · St. Louis, MO 63122 314.822.8900 · magichouse.org

12580 Rott Road · St. Louis, MO 63127 laumeier.org

Visit The Magic House on Thursday, June 20 from 7-10pm for an Adult Play Date. Adults 21 and over are invited to kick off the official start of summer with an evening of grown-up playtime exploring hundreds of hands-on exhibits and some adult beverages. Funds raised will support the Rally Saint Louis project to create a play and learning space in Lambert Airport. For more information or to make a reservation, visit magichouse.org.

Laumeier Sculpture Park and Longue Vue House and Gardens in New Orleans are coorganizing the exhibition The River Between Us that physically and metaphorically links these two Mississippi River communities. The series of commissioned works responds to the remnants of the past as they impact the future and engages a variety of audiences with a broad opening into a world that is ripe for multiple interpretations and multiple points of contact between St. Louis and New Orleans.

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I was honored to be on the committee of this year’s Dada Ball and Bash, which brought more than 500 guests to the Contemporary Art Museum St. Louis.

Curated by artist Jeremy Deller, the theme for the evening was “Creative Cockney” and everything from the attire down to the dinner menu was themed appropriately British.

As Ball attendees enjoyed dinner, wine and an amazing art auction in a tent adjacent to CAM, the Bash was kicking off inside. Neiman Marcus Fashion Director Ken Downing amazed guests with a Dada-appropriate fashion presentation, featuring models in beautiful dresses layered with Burberry Brit flannel and combat boots to demonstrate that punk is certainly not dead in the eyes of fashion. DJ Nune laid down the beats as the dance floor filled up with crowds from every generation, and VIPs sipped on cocktails crafted by TJ Vytlacil at the Blood & Sand bar. It’s safe to say that Dada completely surpassed my every expectation; I can’t believe I’ll have to wait another two years to do it all over again! – Samantha Chadwick,

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We put the “nature” in Signature Drink

Circle 7 Ranch launches its new drink menu of Creative Cocktails, Classic Martinis and fresh Muddled Mojitos and Margaritas.

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A Tasteful Affair April 7, The Four Seasons St. Louis

Charitable foodies gathered to celebrate the 25th anniversary of Food Outreach’s annual fundraising event, A Tasteful Affair. Guests sampled edible masterpieces created by St. Louis’ top chefs, and browsed the silent auction to bid on eclectic culinary goodies. VIP guests had the added benefit of gourmet food, drinks and exclusive live entertainment in the VIP lounge. Proceeds of the event supported Food Outreach in its mission to provide nutritional meals to the thousands of people living with HIV/AIDS and cancer in the St. Louis area.

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Grand Center Visionary Awards Kickoff Party

April 3, Metropolitan Artist Lofts St. Louis Excitement filled the air as the host committee for Grand Center’s annual Visionary Awards gathered to kick off preparations for the awards ceremony on May 13. As champagne flowed and congratulatory hugs were exchanged, there was a unifying aura of appreciation and accomplishment. Each year, the Visionary Awards celebrate and recognize the contributions and achievements of six St. Louis women who make a significant impact on the arts in St. Louis.

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Oceano Bistro Patio Season Kickoff Party

April 11, Oceano Bistro Chesterfield St. Louisans eager for a night al fresco gathered at Oceano Bistro Chesterfield’s lavish patio for a soiree celebrating the beginning of patio season.

Guests tasted complimentary wine and Kräftig beer and sampled tasty appetizers, including a dessert bar, slider bar and an ice sculpture that doubled as a raw bar. Dawn Weber and the Electro Funk Assembly provided live entertainment for the evening, as the sun set and the patio lit up with strings of twinkling lights.

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The Green Ball

April 26, The Moonrise Hotel The crowd at Missouri Botanical Garden’s annual Green Ball at The Moonrise Hotel went green in support of sustainability education. Guests dressed up in eco-friendly or recycled attire for the fashion contest, tasted locally-sourced cuisine from Eclipse, enjoyed live music by The Trip Daddys and dancing with Vivant Entertainment and Lindy Hop St. Louis.

Proceeds of the evening benefited the EarthWays Center of Missouri Botanical Garden.

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COCAcabana April 26, COCA

Supporters of arts education gathered for COCA’s annual spring fundraising gala, COCAcabana, donning dark attire accented by pops of bright color to illustrate the idea that “when the lights go down, the arts come alive!” The evening began with cocktails, followed by a live auction, dinner, music, dancing and an appearance by celebrity guest Billy Bush of Access Hollywood. Proceeds from the event, totalling over $800,000, support COCA’s education and outreach programs.

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Illumination Gala April 20, The Ritz-Carlton

A sold-out crowd at Barnes-Jewish Hospital’s annual Illumination Gala raised almost $1.8 million for Siteman Cancer Center. Guests socialized at a cocktail reception and dinner, took part in a luxury auction and enjoyed a special performance by Steve Martin and The Steep Canyon Rangers. Proceeds of the evening benefited the Cancer Frontier Fund, a $50 million campaign that aids research for breakthroughs, prevention and treatment.

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Bob Costas Benefit April 20, Grand Center

More than 4,000 supporters of the Bob Costas Cancer Center at SSM Cardinal Glennon Children’s Medical Center gathered in Grand Center for the 25th anniversary of the Bob Costa Benefit. Guests enjoyed cocktails and dinner at the Fox Theatre, The Sheldon, The Bistro at Grand Center and the Rialto Ballroom, then came together for a variety show at The Fox with special guests John Mellencamp and Brian Regan.

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Archetypes

Tim Eby A conversation with Tim Eby, general manager of St. Louis Public Radio and a 30-year broadcast veteran. Before coming to St. Louis in 2009 to helm KWMU, Eby spent five years as station manager of WOSU Public Media at Ohio State University and 21 years in Elkhart, IN, where he brought NPR programming to the South Bend area, his hometown. Now, Eby leads the 45-person KWMU staff in furthering its mission to be a media source that “opens minds and nourishes the spirit.” Spending time on the air, as well as out in the community, Eby is particularly passionate about St. Louis’ revitalization—including that of Grand Center, the home of KWMU’s new 27,000-square-foot facility.

What is your current frame of mind?

Optimistic.

When and where are you happiest? Anywhere it’s 75 degrees.

What is your favorite smell? Fresh bread.

What is one word that describes you?

Curious.

What did you eat for breakfast today? Bacon and eggs, over-easy.

Which words or phrases do you most overuse? “Authentic,” and “I’ll have a beer.”

What is your most marked characteristic? Sense of humor—or lack thereof, as some people say.

What is your greatest weakness? I occasionally put too much trust in people.

What trait do you most admire in others? To speak briefly and intelligently without rambling.

Who or what is the greatest love of your life?

My wife, Kathi.

If you could change one thing about yourself, what would it be? To smile more.

What do you consider your greatest achievement? My three kids.

Which living person do you most admire?

My mom.

Which historical figure do you most identify with? Lincoln.

If you were to die and come back as a person or thing, who or what would it would be?

A major league baseball player.

What is your most treasured possession?

My family.

What is your greatest extravagance?

Craft beer.

On what occasion do you lie? Occasionally to my children, about certain things.

Who are your favorite writers? I’m a huge fan of sports writer John Feinstein, Nick Hornby, and I love the “Harry Potter” books.

Which artist do you admire most? Renoir.

What is your favorite hobby? Exploring St. Louis.

Where would you like to live? Two to three weeks in San Diego every year wouldn’t be bad.

Who are your heroes in real life? Anyone who stands by his or her principles and is willing to take risks.

If you could have dinner with one person, dead or alive, who would it be? Benjamin Franklin.

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What’s something interesting that you just learned? That NFL Hall of Fame coach Vince Lombardi was a champion in support of gay athletes.

What is one thing you wish would happen?

That more of our elected leaders would show courage and conviction.

What is something you still want to learn?

How to make a soufflé.

What is one thing you want to do before you die? Go to Hawaii and Europe with my wife.

If you could say something to your younger self, what would it be? Spend less time in the office. And make more friends.

Interview by Kelly Hamilton Photography by Wesley Law ‘Archetypes’ are off-the-cuff interviews with St. Louis' most inspiring, well-known personalities based on the 19th century Parisian parlor game known as the Proust Questionnaire.