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GAME ON Fans of the Blues should flock to the Saint Louis Science Center to enjoy the traveling exhibition “HOCKEY: Faster Than Ever,” opening April 1, which LN copy editor and staff writer Bryan A. Hollerbach previews here.

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SPRING HAS SPRUNG Katie Yeadon, LN’s fashion columnist, teams with photographer Christina Kling-Garrett to present readers with six pages of chic, colorful breeziness to decisively banish any lingering post-blizzard blues.

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LN’s Bryan A. Hollerbach directs readers to the Pulitzer Arts Foundation for “Assembly Required,” a nine-artist exhibition which opened recently.

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The Saint Louis Ballet has grown to be a staple of the St. Louis arts community. Learn more about the ballet, its director and the upcoming Starry Night Gala on Page 8. Pictured: (back) Tom Voss and Carol Voss; (front) Miran Halen, Gen Horiuchi and Mary Strauss. Photo by Suzy Gorman.

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Rejoice in the upcoming change of seasons with LN fashion columnist Katie Yeadon’s annual spring trends feature, starting on Page 70. The colors are refreshing, the patterns are bold, and each outfit is designed to give you the inspiration you’ll need to jump-start your wardrobe after a long and dreary winter.

And starting on Page 88, LN copy editor and staff writer Bryan A. Hollerbach previews the stunning, awe-inspiring exhibition newly on display at the Pulitzer Arts Foundation, which spans half a century, features no less than nine incredible artists and runs until July 31.

Hollerbach also appears starting on Page 21 with a piece on the Saint Louis Science Center’s “HOCKEY: Faster Than Ever” – a traveling exhibition that will have St. Louis Blues fans singing “Gloria!”

And for the main event, flip to Page 33 to find out which local businesses and services received recognition in this year’s Platinum List special section. These winners were nominated for and voted on by you – our readers – and there’s no group we would trust more to give us the scoop on the best of the best in the metro area.

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t. Louis is a city known for its robust arts community. From the Saint Louis Symphony Orchestra to The Fabulous Fox Theatre to the Saint Louis Art Museum, there is no shortage of shows, exhibits and events for residents and visitors alike. And since 2000, the Saint Louis Ballet has become a shining jewel in the St. Louis arts crown.

“It’s the only professional classical ballet company in the region, and it’s grown from a fairly modest beginning to an organization with over 20 dancers,” says Tom Voss, board president and co-chair of the ballet’s upcoming Starry Night Gala. “Dancers come from all over the world and move to St. Louis. We’re supporting people who are living and working here.”

The growth of the ballet from a small organization to the professional company is largely owed to its artistic and executive director, Gen Horiuchi, who came to St. Louis in 2000 after a career as a principal dancer in the New York City Ballet and on Broadway.

“I saw the opportunity here and thought it was time to take a leadership role,” Horiuchi says. “Directing and choreographing was something I always wanted to do. I grew up seeing Peter Martins, a principal dancer in the New York City Ballet, later lead the ballet, so that was a career goal for me. That’s why I took that challenge.”

Beyond growing the number of performances from one to five a year, Voss adds that under Horiuchi’s direction, the number of dancers that travel to be a part of the Saint Louis Ballet has grown.

“It makes it a very complete company, up there with any of the classical ballet companies in the country,” he says.

On May 14, Saint Louis Ballet will be holding its Starry Night Gala as a fundraiser to help support the nonprofit company. Alongside raising the funds that help Saint Louis Ballet continue its high-quality performances and support community outreach programs, the gala will also honor philanthropist Mary Gen Horiuchi and Mary Strauss Strauss for all she does to support the ballet and other arts institutions in the St. Louis area.

Horiuchi is both humbled and grateful for the support Strauss gives to the ballet, as well as the support and enthusiasm from the St. Louis community. For information about the Starry Night Gala, visit stlouisballet.org/springgala2022. And see the company on stage April 29 to May 1 for four performances of the classic storybook ballet Cinderella. For tickets, visit metrotix.com.

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AGAINST THE ODDS

108 AND FEELING GREAT

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ou don’t get to the age of 108 without living through some things. In fact, only a fraction of a percent (0.004 percent, to be exact) of people have ever exceeded 100 years of age, according to Insider. Genevieve Turner of Parc Provence in Creve Coeur is counted among this rare population, at only two years shy of becoming a supercentenarian.

“I survived the [Spanish flu] pandemic of 1918, as a 4-year-old,” Turner recalls. “My two brothers and I moved in with another family. We were separated from [our parents because] my father owned and ran a drugstore, [and] he was exposed to the general public.”

From weathering world-altering events to building a large, close-knit family, this centenarian has always had an independent streak. Up until she turned 104, Turner lived on her own. That strength of spirit shined in the extraordinary getaways she curated.

“I helped coordinate trips with my girlfriends because our husbands weren’t keen to travel,” she says with a laugh. “On one trip, we went to Ireland for the St. Patrick’s Day celebrations. Oh, I loved Ireland! It was fun, fun, fun.”

With her on the Emerald Isle were her son, Steve Turner, and daughter, Mary Mennemeyer, who recall seeing a parade in Dublin for the holiday and witnessing a rainbow over one of its bays. Their mother has traveled throughout Europe, including to Austria, England, Germany and Switzerland. She also took them on camping adventures cross-country.

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“We drove after dark, before air conditioning, [because] it was cooler in the evenings,” Mennemeyer says. “We’d roll out sleeping bags in state parks when everybody got tired. One morning, we woke up, and where were we?”

“In a cemetery!” her mother exclaims.

She counts herself fortunate for having almost 50 years with the man she loved. “Bob Turner was a good sport,” she says of her late husband, who was a minister. “We had a very good marriage.

I enjoy life for him.”

As to what Turner believes has contributed to her longevity, she states: “It’s luck, mostly luck – [and] keeping a good and positive attitude.” She also credits her steadfast connections to family, neighbors from Webster Groves and friends. A

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ON THE FRONTLINES

Leaders in Education

By Connie Mitchell

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mong the most embattled professionals during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, educators have found themselves rapidly rethinking their teaching paradigms for multiple academic years now – and more recently facing competing pressures from different factions with strong opinions about when to re-enter classrooms and what precautions to use in schools. However, Jim Wipke, superintendent of schools for the Ladue School District, says one thing remains central: ensuring students’ needs are met.

“As we conclude year two of the pandemic, we recognize the need for social and emotional support for our students,” he says. “We also acknowledge the need for our students to get time to be kids and socialize. We realize that our students have individualized needs and were impacted by the pandemic differently, both socially and academically. We recognize that our job is to be flexible to students’ needs and make adjustments within our organization to support them with all available resources.”

Wipke also is quick to credit teachers and families with adjusting quickly under extremely stressful and uncertain circumstances, and calls

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them “the true heroes.” “Imagine doing your job each day and knowing what you do works for children, but then all of a sudden having that world turned upside down but still having the same expectations of yourself in terms of doing what is best for your students,” he says.

District leaders and employees began the 202021 school year online, which Wipke describes as “devastating.” Because he sees each school as a community built on relationships, families suffered, as they lacked the traditional school community experience, which impacts students’ social development and academic success.

Yet Wipke notes that the last two years also resulted in several valuable lessons. “It has placed our students’ social and emotional needs back at the forefront,” he says. “I am constantly focusing on making sure the appropriate supports are in place, including hiring additional support counselors and conducting an external review of our counseling programs to be sure we are staying knowledgeable on needed services.”

Other beneficial pandemic-fueled changes include reviewing how educators deliver the curriculum, examining flexibility and exploring various types of instruction; re-examining

educational practices and opportunities to ensure inclusivity and access; and reorganizing district priorities based on pandemic experiences and what educators have learned through the process.

“It has been a slow progression back to a more normal environment, and we still have a ways to go,” Wipke notes. Teachers and students are back in classrooms, performances and field trips are beginning again, and the district policy now recommends, but does not mandate, masks.

Above all, Wipke is proud of the Ladue School District community and its response to the challenges of the last two years. “We will lift our students when they need support and provide them with the challenges they need to overcome any obstacles that might come their way, including grit, perseverance and resilience that it takes to make it through being educated during a pandemic,” he says. “These intangibles can far outweigh an academic score and carry over into so much of the life skills needed for success.”

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MOVERS & SHAKERS

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t first glance, it might be hard to imagine Galia Movitz – the beautiful and poised fashionista – in an army uniform learning to shoot a rifle.

Despite her youthful two-year stint in uniform in a special security unit of the Israel Defense Forces, her style remains as vibrant as ever. Years after that stint, as a middle school math teacher, her students voted her the “teacher who never wears the same outfit twice.” Movitz says: “I get a thrill out of putting outfits together where everything matches including the shoes, handbag and, of course, sunglasses.”

After two years of mandatory service, she traveled to St. Louis to visit one of her five siblings. In 1978, she graduated magna cum laude from the University of Missouri-St. Louis and immediately put her math degree to work in the classroom. “I was born to be a teacher,” she says. Movitz lights up when talking about the 15 years she spent in front of classes in the University City and Pattonville school districts.

Movitz met her husband-to-be, Milton, a St. Louis businessman, at a meeting of Hillel at Washington University in St. Louis. “Meeting my prince, this most amazing man, changed my plan to return to Israel,” she says. The couple married in 1983 and “lived each day to the fullest” until Milton passed away in 2019. Together, they have four children and three grandchildren. “We loved and respected each other and devoted time and energy to our family, community and to our marriage,” she says.

Movitz has made her mark as a Jewish community volunteer. A longtime member of Congregation B’nai Amoona, she has served on its board and on several of its committees. She calls Senior Rabbi Carnie Shalom Rose “my rabbi, dear friend and teacher.” Movitz also has tutored hundreds of students over the years for their b’nai mitzvah – a coming-of-age ritual in the Jewish religion.

Movitz has also served on the boards of the Central Agency for Jewish Education, Hillel and J Associates. She was elected to the executive boards of Jewish Federation, Women’s Philanthropy of Jewish Federation, Solomon Schechter Day School and Saul Mirowitz Jewish Community School. In 1997, she became the first Israeli president of Women’s Philanthropy.

Movitz has co-chaired the St. Louis Jewish Light’s Unsung Heroes event and calls it “an honor and blessing to know the heroes in our community who devote their time helping others.”

She has been honored with the Jewish Federation’s Grossberg Young Leadership award, the Kippnis-Wilson Lion of Judah award, the Saul Mirowitz Jewish Community School’s Visionary award and Chabad’s Lazaroff Lamplighter award. The Jewish Student Union renamed its Israel Scholars program the Galia and Milton Movitz Senator John Danforth Israel Scholars program to honor the couple’s support.

Ten years ago, Movitz and her husband were co-presidents of Solomon Schechter when the school merged with Saul Mirowitz Day School-Reform Jewish Academy to become Creve Coeur’s Saul Mirowitz Jewish Community School. The merged school is the metro area’s only pluralistic Jewish day school and the first in the nation to be created out of a merger of denominational schools. “This school is a treasure and has kept me involved for over 25 years, Movitz says. “I love and believe in the school as a tool to ensure that future Jewish leaders are knowledgeable about their heritage.”

Movitz’s inspiration comes from her grandmother, who devoted her life to helping others: “She welcomed new immigrants to Israel and helped them get housing and basic needs. The president of Israel twice named my grandmother ‘Mother of the Year’ for her charitable work. I feel blessed to continue her legacy with acts of loving kindness.”

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ocal devotees of the St. Louis Blues should rush to “HOCKEY: Faster Than Ever,” which opens at the Saint Louis Science Center on April 1 and runs till Sept. 5.

Seattle’s Pacific Science Center launched the exhibition, with the Saint Louis Science Center ranking as only the second to host it in travels projected to extend from coast to coast for years to come.

With subjects theoretically ranging from assists (aka “apples”) to the venerable Zamboni and zebras, “HOCKEY: Faster Than Ever” enjoys a potentially large topical rink. A pre-opening announcement from the Saint Louis Science Center describes it as “a highly interactive touring exhibition focusing on the science, history and culture of ice hockey.”

The announcement also notes that, among other entities, the NHL

and the National Hockey League Players’ Association supported the development of “HOCKEY: Faster Than Ever,” making it a must-see for fans.

Attendees’ immersive journey will start in a facsimile locker room adorned with jerseys and contemporary NHL players gear, the Saint Louis Science Center’s announcement relates, after which the attendees will traverse a mock “tunnel” to the Hockey Science Lab. On a scaled-down replica ice rink there, attendees of all ages will have a chance to challenge their hockey knowledge and skills crucial to playing the sport with manifold interactive activities designed to provide fun – and also to demonstrate scientific concepts.

Such activities will include testing reaction time (gauging the number of lights an attendee can hit in only a minute), slap shot speed (gauging an

attendee’s highest speed in a trio of shots) and shot accuracy (gauging how many targets an attendee can hit in 30 seconds).

Attendees also will be able to clamber aboard a genuine Zamboni (the curious, hulking device that resembles a mechanized street sweeper and resurfaces a rink’s ice) to enjoy the view or to shoot a selfie.

Similarly, with the aid of an interactive touchscreen, attendees will be able to reinspect the Stanley Cup – or, in the case of the two or three metro area residents who missed it when the Blues defeated the Boston Bruins on June 12, 2019, and brought that laurel back here for an areawide tour, to glimpse its glories for the first time.

Finally, the Saint Louis Science Center’s announcement notes that the exhibition will include vintage skates and gear from the late 19th and early

20th centuries, as well as displays demonstrating the evolution of hockey equipment and protective gear – like that used to keep bloody chiclets from skittering across the ice.

All things considered, “HOCKEY: Faster Than Ever” at the Saint Louis Science Center should light the lamp for all aficionados of the game, young and old. That includes newbies who may have gravitated to the sport only during the 2019 Stanley Cup championship or longtime habitués of Enterprise Center in St. Louis’ Downtown West neighborhood, in support of Craig Berube’s battlers from Ivan Barbashev to Jake Walman.

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Business UPDATES

By Maggie Peters

Chesterfield Valley Nursery

Chesterfield Valley Nursery would like to welcome its new property maintenance manager, Thomas Giery, to the team! The nursery is very excited to start 2022 with him and to keep providing amazing maintenance services to its clients.

Pear Tree Home Care 2821 N. Ballas Road, Suite C-10, 314-942-9411, peartreehomecare.com Pear Tree Home Care is able to give you the peace of mind that comes from knowing your loved ones have the best care available. Its caregivers are available for an afternoon or for round-the-clock care – whatever you need. Let your aging loved ones stay at home and live the way they want.

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Chaminade Summer Camps 425 S. Lindbergh Blvd., 314-993-4400, chaminade-stl.org/ summer-camps At Chaminade, you’ll find a camp for every interest, from basketball and coding to band and organizational boot camp – and much more – for both boys and girls to enjoy! Also new this year is Camp Chaminade – a one-week residential camp for boys in Grades 5 to 8 that includes athletics, STEM education, the arts and leadership activities.

Ursuline Academy Summer Camps 341 S. Sappington Road, 314-984-2800, ursulinestl.org/ursuline-academy-summer-camps This summer, Ursuline is excited to partner with the YMCA, COCA, the Saint Louis Chess Club and Bricks4Kidz. Open to kids ages 6 to 14, each summer camp is designed to create an entire week of full-day fun.

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Grade school girls are invited to spend the summer at Cor Jesu Academy with enrichment and sports camps! Girls will explore interests, learn new skills and connect with friends while spending time on the CJA campus. CJA hopes to see you this summer!

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Many of his homes are listed in The National Register of Historic Places.

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LOCAL NONPROFITS Nominations are now open for the Ladue News Charity Awards!

These notable charities received a full page feature with a half page volunteer spotlight and an EXCLUSIVE social media takeover!

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Local nonprofits aren’t just the backbone of Ladue News – they’re the heart of our community and the lifeblood of the metro area.

Every year, Ladue News’ Charity Awards shines a light on terrific organizations in the metro area and all of the selfless and thoughtful work they do.

Are you a part of a local nonprofit making a difference in our community?

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n a snowy evening in late February, guests braved the weather for the Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri’s signature event, Dessert First. Eight local chefs used a particular Girl Scout cookie as inspiration and as an ingredient in creating delicious desserts, which guests sampled before sitting down in the Khorassan Ballroom at The Chase Park Plaza Royal Sonesta Hotel in St. Louis’ Central West End neighborhood. The People’s Choice award went to chef April Mathews from Peachy Keen Culinary Consulting for creating an impressive gluten-free Toffee-Tastic cookie bar. The announcement of a new fundraising campaign, the Her Future Is Our Future Campaign, was an important part of the evening, which included awarding scholarships and recognizing corporate leadership.

Visit LADUENEWS.COM to see more fabulous photos from this event!

Dessert First is about bringing people in from across the community to support our girls. Their futures, their leadership development and all of us supporting them – that really means a lot to them and their families, but it means a lot to the community as a whole.

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Every year, Ladue News’ Platinum List edition celebrates the best of the best in the metro area. From the splurgeworthy restaurants to the hottest boutiques to the services you can trust, our Platinum List winners have earned their time in the spotlight.

And for the second year in a row now, they were all chosen by you.

A heartfelt and resounding “thank you” to every reader who took the time to nominate and vote for your favorites. Your voice has made a difference in helping both these businesses and the people that make them so special feel appreciated and acknowledged.

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aura McCarthy Real Estate has been a recognized leader in real estate since 1944. The agency has gained this reputation through a stellar team of agents that happily helps clients not only find a place to call home, but also makes them feel right at home throughout the home-buying process.

“There’s immediately a feeling of comfort when you walk through our doors,” says Jill Azar, who has been a real estate agent with Laura McCarthy Real Estate for 12 years. “You don’t feel as though you’re intimidated by anyone or that it’s a competitive environment. You feel as though you’re welcomed, and we all support each other.”

Which is exactly what Penny Schneithorst, who has been with Laura McCarthy Real Estate for more than two years, loves about her brokerage.

“Everyone is collaborative and supportive and talented and passionate about the business,” says Schneithorst. “We all support one another and everyone wants to see you succeed, and I think it’s such an awesome environment to be in.”

And obviously not only for agents and employees, but also clients, as well.

“We say this to clients all the time: We are big enough of an agency to provide excellent service and outstanding marketing and research, we have an internal closing team, but we’re small enough to offer top-class service,” says Mary Slay, who has been a Realtor with Laura McCarthy for three years.

“And I really believe that our team always makes an effort to go above and beyond our clients’ expectations.”

Something the Laura McCarthy team achieves through coaching clients. Sellers are coached to be prepared for any situation including how much interest they may or may not have in their home, among other things.

“Even though homes are mostly flying off the market in multiple-contract situations, we are not presenting our homes to the marketplace in any different way than we would when there’s much more inventory than buyers,” says Allie Rossini, who has been a Realtor for Laura McCarthy Real Estate for 12-plus years.

Jill Azar Allie Rossini and Lauren Gillentine “We think that it’s important for everybody to make sure that their product shows as best as possible.”

Best being something Laura McCarthy Real Estate, which has been serving St. Louis for 80-plus years, can relate to for a reason.

“We have such an experienced and seasoned group of people that we work with, including brokers that give us that edge,” Slay concludes. “They know what’s happened in the past in the market, what’s happening today and with all the information that they provide us it helps us better serve our clients.”

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Burr Oak Camp

By Drew Gieseke

For more than 70 years, Burr Oak Camp has welcomed kids, from preschool to sixth grade, for summer day camp fun that goes above and beyond the traditional experience.

Located on the campus of Ladue’s John Burroughs School, Burr Oak features everything from swimming instruction and team sports to arts and crafts to games that keep attendees engaged and energized.

Even better, the camp always maintains a low camper-to-counselor ratio to ensure all kids get the attention they need.

Additionally, organizers take all necessary precautions to protect against the spread of COVID-19, in accordance with protocols recommended by the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. In other words, parents can rest easy knowing their kids are playing safely while school is out.

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Located in Creve Coeur, Saul Mirowitz Jewish Community School stands out as one of the finest such institutions in the metro area thanks to its strong curriculum, its approach to education and its empowerment of young learners.

The independent school instructs kids from kindergarten through eighth grade in both secular and Jewish study. Saul Mirowitz teachers strive to bring out the best in students by identifying what works best for each child.

In practice, this means customizing learning experiences to challenge young learners and help them reach their potential.

Another central focus of the school is building and fostering community.

As a result, Saul Mirowitz incorporates parents and grandparents in both the classroom and the boardroom. This family element enhances every component of the educational experience, from how the school operates to how the instructors teach to how the students learn and grow.

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Crossroads College Preparatory School swells with considerable pride for its staff, students and programs – and it’s easy to see why.

The secondary school is the most racially and economically diverse independent institution in the metro area. With a 6-to-1 student-teacher ratio, kids get the hands-on instruction they need to be as successful as possible.

And thanks to a robust Advanced Placement Program – the school offers more than 10 AP classes – attendees, on graduating, are exceptionally wellprepared to enter college.

Ladue News readers agree that Crossroads offers an educational experience that far exceeds the secondary school standard – all for the benefit of the students who attend.

Both a local and a tourist attraction, sprawling Forest Park more than deserves the reputation it’s cultivated through the decades.

Opened in 1876 to commemorate the nation’s centennial, the 1,300acre park took the international stage at the turn of the last century as the host of the 1904 World’s Fair.

And since 1986, the private nonprofit conservancy Forest Park Forever has teamed with St. Louis and that city’s parks department to maintain and sustain the gem for the benefit of all.

Today, Forest Park is dotted with hiking trails, picnic spots, five major cultural institutions – including the Saint Louis Zoo and Saint Louis Science Center – and so much more. All told, this crown jewel of public spaces remains a favorite among 13 million annual visitors.

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It’s only fitting to recognize the Saint Louis Art Museum, which anchors the burgeoning local arts scene and stands as one of the premier cultural experiences in the entire Midwest, as the winner of this category.

Marble statues carved by Italian Renaissance sculptors. Classic Americana paintings from the country’s finest. French Impressionist works that burst with color, and modern pieces that dazzle and inspire. All that and more can be found within the halls of this landmark, which boasts a collection that encompasses more than 5,000 years of human history and culture.

But there’s more to the museum than just the permanent art on display. In addition, guests can enjoy special exhibitions that showcase everything from Native American art to contemporary works and beyond.

Huffords Jewelry earns Ladue News readers’ top ranking because when you are investing in fine jewelry, Huffords knows that trust and customer service are just as important as quality. From engagement rings to estate pieces to custom creations, all Huffords pieces are of the highest caliber – and your shopping experience will be, too.

A third-generation business and a metro area staple since 1948, Huffords – Dan Hufford and his staffers – provides the expertise, curation and dedication you want when making a memorable purchase. They treat clients like friends, which is further proven in their commitment to community causes. For pieces you’ll want to show off, look no further.

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For the second year in a row, the best-dressed men of the metro area have named Tailored Gents as their go-to spot to suit up. Darryl Tyler’s passion for handmade custom tailoring is evident from the moment you walk through the doors, and his and his staff ’s attention to detail, great fit and timeless style is showcased with every consultation.

No two Tailored Gents garments are the same. Whether you’re in the market for suits, tuxedos, jackets, trousers, shirts, shoes or eye-catching accessories, Tyler and his team will hook you up with the finest fabrics and a look that will make you excited to step out after the less-than-formal few years we’ve all spent at home.

For the second year in a row, JAC Designs has been named the metro area’s favorite online boutique.

And it’s not surprising if you are a frequent visitor or serial scroller of its storefront.

Statement-making jewelry? JAC Designs has it. The perfect gift for the fashionista in your life? You’ll find it.

The delicious bold pops of color in clothing essentials and handbags?

You’re all set. JAC Designs’ curated collection can add the perfect touch of whimsy, femininity and fun to your aesthetic. Search by price or category, and pick up your purchases at its storefront or have your goods delivered right to your door. It’s never been easier to brighten a friend’s day – or your own!

8001 Clayton Road, St. Louis, 314-527-0944, tailoredgents.com

264 Lamp and Lantern Village, Chesterfield, 636-220-2366, jacdesigns.shop

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FASHION | SHOES & ACCESSORIES

FASHION | WOMEN’S FASHION

Laurie’s Shoes

AUDRA

By Mary Mack

By Mary Mack

For 70-plus years, Laurie’s Shoes has been a favorite supplier of footwear to adults and kids alike in the metro area. In this locally owned shop, you’ll find more than 60,000 options representing your favorite brands, from Birkenstock to New Balance to Ugg to Sperry.

But what is a great shoe if it doesn’t fit? When you walk into Laurie’s Shoes, its expert staffers will make sure you and your family are set up with the perfect pair by taking exact measurements of the length, width and arches of your feet. Even better, for the busiest among us, is the fact that you can set up an appointment to come in, get measured and shop when it’s most convenient for you.

After time spent at a who’s who of luxury fashion houses, including Lanvin, John Galliano and Ralph Lauren, Audra Noyes launched her namesake brand, AUDRA, during Paris Fashion Week in 2014. Since then, she’s been named a millennial designer to watch and gained global kudos, with none other than Vogue calling her designs “effortless and elegant.” Styled up or down, her pieces are a welcome addition to anyone’s closet. Locally, we’re fortunate to be able to shop in-person at the AUDRA Atelier by walk-in or by appointment.

Another reason her collections are lust-worthy? All garments are made in New York at women-owned factories and are produced in limited quantities, which means when you sport AUDRA, you’re promoting sustainable fashion – a cause we can all get behind.

9753 Clayton Road, Ladue, 314-275-0758, audraofficial.com

9916 Manchester Road, St. Louis, 314-961-1642, lauriesshoes.com RUNNERS-UP: JAC DESIGNS MARMI

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FOOD & BEVERAGE | AL FRESCO DINING

Tamm Avenue Bar

By Mary Mack

Few things are better than a local patio hangout, and Tamm Avenue Bar in St. Louis’ Dogtown neighborhood is the epitome of the vibe you want on those pleasant metro area days. You can’t go wrong with a spot that’s dog-friendly, that offers live music and that has a game room and a fully stocked bar offering local brews – as well as plenty of table space for groups both large and small.

Come for the vibes – but stay for the food. At Tamm Avenue Bar, Nomad STL serves sandwiches and unique takes on bar food. From its sizable burgers to pastrami poutine and kimchi Brussels sprouts, you’ll walk out full of good food and good memories.

1227 Tamm Ave., St. Louis, 314-934-3618, facebook.com/tammavebar RUNNERS-UP: BILLY G’S KIRKWOOD OCEANO BISTRO

FOOD & BEVERAGE | CASUAL DINING

Seamus McDaniel’s

By Mary Mack Photo by Christina Kling-Garrett

Since 1985, this cozy Irish bar has been serving a warm welcome in St. Louis’ Dogtown neighborhood, as well as straightforward – and delicious – bar food to all who visit.

A stop in at Seamus McDaniel’s feels like you’ve stepped into a small pub in Ireland, but this local favorite also somehow accomplishes feeling distinctly “St. Louis.”

The menu is perfectly designed to be paired with the brew of your choice – whether you go Guinness or Bud Light. With filling burgers and other sandwiches, shareable appetizers and even a menu designated for “wee ones,” everyone will find something that hits the spot, regardless of whether you dine in, set up on its patio or opt for pickup or delivery.

1208 Tamm Ave., St. Louis, 314-645-6337, seamusmcdaniels.com RUNNERS-UP: CUNETTO HOUSE OF PASTA SPIRO’S RESTAURANT

We are proud to be recognized by the Ladue News Platinum List 2022.

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FOOD & BEVERAGE | COFFEEHOUSE

FOOD & BEVERAGE | CRAFT BREWER

Kaldi’s Coffee

Urban Chestnut Brewing Company

By Mary Mack Photo by Christina Kling-Garrett

By Mary Mack

The goal of Kaldi’s Coffee? To provide an exceptional specialty coffee experience to java drinkers in the metro area and beyond. And from its placement on this year’s Platinum List, it seems it’s been doing that quite well.

Since opening its first café in Clayton’s DeMun neighborhood in 1994, the company has pursued sustainable business practices and excellence in taste. Now, with 10 locations throughout the metro area and in Columbia (plus three in Atlanta), as well as a robust online store offering coffee subscriptions and nationwide shipping, Kaldi’s helps you to savor, whenever you want, a cup of the good stuff – from single-origin varieties like the Ethiopia Limu Gera to blends like the Highlander Grogg.

In just 11 short years, Urban Chestnut Brewing Company has grown from a small craft brewery to a local institution. It found success from brewing high-quality lagers using old-world techniques and state-of-the-art facilities, now welcoming beer-lovers into three locations: The Grove Bierhall in St. Louis, The Midtown Biergarten in St. Louis and Hallertauer Brauerei in southern Germany, near the UCBC brewmaster’s hometown.

Area residents love this brewer’s staples, such as Zwickel and Urban Underdog, as much as its limited releases of #6 (in honor of Cardinals great Stan “The Man” Musial) and STL Zoo Bier. Also not to be ignored: its seltzers and nonalcoholic hop waters!

Multiple locations, urbanchestnut.com

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FOOD & BEVERAGE | SWEET TREATS

FOOD & BEVERAGE | UPSCALE DINING

Nathaniel Reid Bakery

LoRusso’s Cucina

By Mary Mack Photo by Christina Kling-Garrett

By Mary Mack Photo by Erik Kellar

Whether you are in the mood for artisanal pastries, other baked goods, confections or sandwiches, this James Beard-nominated destination is a delicious decision no matter the day or season.

Known by many as the best place to find a croissant in the metro area (among many other delectable offerings), Nathaniel Reid Bakery has been a Kirkwood must-visit since its pedigreed owner and namesake opened shop in 2016. From social mediaworthy pastries like The Ruby and The Margo, to the rainbow of French macarons in flavors such as Sicilian Pistachio and Espresso, you will have a hard time narrowing your selections. Our advice? Don’t narrow anything.

Treat yourself !

It’s not hard to find a great Italian meal in the metro area. We are blessed with a bevy of options and a whole neighborhood dedicated to the delicious fare. So when our readers tell us that their favorite upscale restaurant is an Italian eatery, you know it’s earned the hype.

LoRusso’s Cucina was conceived

by Rich and Terri LoRusso in the 1980s, and their menu has been satisfying customers ever since. Paying homage to the traditions of The Hill and Sicilian family recipes, along with dishes inspired by trips throughout Italy, their options are hearty, and their atmosphere is welcoming. When you dine at this perennial community partner, you’ll enjoy a true family experience that you’ll definitely want to come back for.

11243 Manchester Road, Kirkwood, 314-858-1019, nrbakery.com

3121 Watson Road, St. Louis, 314-647-6222, lorussos.com

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HOME | ANTIQUES

St. Louis Estate Buyers

By Connie Mitchell Photo by Christina Kling-Garrett

Whether it’s time to liquidate an estate or you’re looking for unique and special pieces to add to your home, St. Louis Estate Buyers is there to help. The company specializes in estate, collections and single-item buyouts, in which the firm purchases personal property from an estate for a fixed amount; online estate sales, which allow a wide group of interested buyers to bid virtually on estate items; and appraisals of furnishings, jewelry, art and other items for insurance, estate planning, inheritance or other purposes. The knowledgeable staff includes a certified appraiser, photographers and research experts. Retail stores are located in South County Mall and West County Mall, where individuals can consult with St. Louis Estate Buyers experts about services or explore some of the treasures that may become their next prized possessions.

South County Center, 43 South County Center Way, St. Louis; West County Center, 63 West County Center, Des Peres; 314-691-2888, stlouisestatebuyers.com

2022 Platinum List Winner! Thank you!

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HOME | FURNISHINGS

Brody’s Lamps

By Connie Mitchell Photo by Christina Kling-Garrett

Family-owned and -operated since 1932, Brody’s Lamps offers the St. Louis area’s largest array of lamps, lamp shades, home accessories and accent furniture pieces. The friendly staff can help with lamp repairs and finding the perfect shade for your lamp, in addition to pointing you to the type of lamp that will perfectly accentuate and light your home. Artwork and accents sure to complement your décor also abound in the 9,000-square-foot showroom. Floor lamps, table lamps and chandeliers in every style imaginable – and some styles you’ve never imagined – range from traditional to modern, sleek and functional to highly decorative. Light your home with style and quality from Brody’s.

2300 S. Big Bend Blvd., Richmond Heights, 314-647-3318, brodylamp.com RUNNERS-UP: METRO LIGHTING WILSON LIGHTING

LAMP & LANTERN VILLAGE

TOWN & COUNTRY

www.jacdesigns.shop 636.220.2366.

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HOME | HOME REMODEL

HOME | LANDSCAPE DESIGN

Karr Bick Kitchen + Bath

Chesterfield Valley Nursery

By Connie Mitchell Photo by Christina Kling-Garrett

By Connie Mitchell

The designers and artisans at Karr Bick want to “create a space you never want to leave.” Todd and Jenny Rausch combined their passions for building and design into a company that makes “spaces for people to engage more fully with others and the activities they love.”

Clients can choose “the full Karr Bick experience” that includes design, selection and installation. Experts measure your space, consult closely with you, design and revise, help you choose materials and colors, and install or work with a contractor of your choice. The resulting kitchens and baths are extraordinary spaces that fit your lifestyle and create a mood you love.

Since Jim Graeler single-handedly established Chesterfield Gardens in 1983, expanding staff and services to form Chesterfield Valley Nursery in 1989, the garden center and landscape design company remains on the family’s farm site, serving as a destination for garden inspiration and appreciation. Customers stroll the flagstone paths, past the waterfall, enjoying the perennials, shrubs and trees showcased throughout the nursery. In addition to choosing plants from the extensive garden center, Chesterfield Valley Nursery offers a complete array of custom landscape design and installation services, including patios, water features, drainage solutions, and outdoor kitchens and structures. Property maintenance services are also available for those who need a hand with plantings, seasonal cleanups, irrigation, mowing, and tree and shrub care. From houseplants to complete outdoor living designs, your ideas can take root and grow at Chesterfield Valley Nursery.

2715 Mercantile Drive, Brentwood, 314-645-6545, karrbick.com

16825 N. Outer 40 Road, Chesterfield, 636-532-9307, chesterfieldvalleynursery.com

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HOME | INTERIOR DESIGN

SENIORS | ASSISTED LIVING

Stephanie Pohlman Designs

Friendship Village

By Connie Mitchell

By Connie Mitchell Photo by Christina Kling-Garrett

Meet Stephanie Pohlman, owner of the eponymous interior design firm since 2017. With a degree in architectural studies and an emphasis in interior design, Pohlman’s background is in kitchen and commercial design, and since establishing Stephanie Pohlman Designs she’s become known for her creative vision throughout the home.

Pohlman offers virtual and in-home consultations and full design services that include a tailored style board, floor plan, budget, shopping and sourcing, professional styling and installation, and coordination with contractors. Whether working with clients on remodels of existing spaces or new construction projects, Pohlman’s goal is to create environments her clients love to live in. stephaniepohlmandesigns.com RUNNERS-UP: KARR BICK KITCHEN + BATH MARCIA MOORE DESIGN

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Seniors who need a bit of help with daily tasks still enjoy a vital community environment, creative and fun activities, fine dining and beautiful surroundings at Friendship Village. Assistance doesn’t mean dependence when each resident receives personalized care, benefiting from just the right amount of help with daily living. Residents at Friendship Village Chesterfield enjoy the Fountain View Assisted Living building, opened in September 2020. Both there and at Friendship Village Sunset Hills, they enjoy three delicious meals each day, medication management, transportation to medical appointments, a wide array of social and recreational opportunities, tailored assistance with personal care needs and priority access to skilled nursing, if needed. At Friendship Village, the name really says it all.

15201 Olive Blvd., Chesterfield, 636-255-8281; 12563 Village Circle Drive, Sunset Hills, 314-730-3902; friendshipvillagestl.com RUNNERS-UP: LACLEDE GROVES: LUTHERAN SENIOR SERVICES MCKNIGHT PLACE ASSISTED LIVING

Experience All We Have To Offer Excellent Care & Personalized Services

At McKnight Place, our commitment to a higher standard of care and personal attention remains steadfast. We are always here to help our vibrant residents continue to thrive and pursue their interests.

Thank you for your votes!

Call us today for more information or to schedule a tour.

(314) 993-3333 McKnightPlace.com We are committed to equal housing opportunity that does not discriminate in housing and services because of race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status or national origin.

SENIORS | INDEPENDENT LIVING

SENIORS | SKILLED NURSING

The Gatesworth

McKnight Place Extended Care

By Connie Mitchell Photo by Gregg Goldman

By Connie Mitchell Photo by Westrich

If you or a loved one is looking for a truly exceptional senior living environment, The Gatesworth is a must-see.

When a local team of visionaries developed The Gatesworth more than 30 years ago, the philosophy was “the answer is ‘yes.’ What was the question?” That principle of making possibilities into realities continues today. Active aging is embraced in this meticulously planned and landscaped enclave that provides independent seniors with top-notch amenities. The highly trained staff provide a host of thoughtful, personalized services that make life both easy and beautiful. Residences can be fully customized by in-house interior designers and construction professionals or by a team of your own. The Gatesworth community members can enjoy casual or fine dining in one of three on-site restaurants, relax while professional drivers take the wheel, enrich their minds with lectures, performances, social activities and exercise classes, and easily access St. Louis’ many cultural, shopping and business opportunities. The result is a lifestyle as exceptional as you are.

For seniors who need skilled nursing and supportive services beyond an assisted living setting, McKnight Place Extended Care ensures that individuals with multiple challenges or complex diagnoses are treated with compassionate, professional care. Short-term rehabilitation focuses on recovery after illness or surgery, while the skilled nursing community serves seniors who need ongoing care and supportive services, such as speech, physical or occupational therapy. Communication and collaboration with residents’ loved ones and health care providers is crucial in determining each individual’s personalized level of care, provided by licensed nursing professionals and an on-call medical director who is a boardcertified geriatrician. The home-like facility is not only safe but innovative – instead of a traditional nursing home, it is designed to feel like a household with elegant suites, restaurant-quality meals and beautifully decorated common spaces where social events and activities occur.

2 McKnight Place, Ladue, 314-789-8461, mcknightplace.com/skilled-nursing

One McKnight Place, St. Louis, 314-993-0111, thegatesworth.com RUNNERS-UP: FRIENDSHIP VILLAGE MARI DE VILLA

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SENIORS | MEMORY CARE

SERVICES | CLEANERS

Parc Provence

Two Ladies & A Bucket

By Connie Mitchell

By Alecia Humphreys

Dedicated, personalized support is the foundational philosophy at Parc Provence, the St. Louis area’s premier facility for Alzheimer’s disease and dementia care. A team of medically trained professionals, ranging from medical directors specializing in gerontology and dementia to experienced nurses, are available 24/7 to support residents in maintaining their physical and cognitive abilities. Part of The Gatesworth community, Parc Provence provides all levels of care, including assisted living, skilled nursing and rehabilitation services, and adjusts care services as residents’ needs change. Focused on each individual’s abilities and preferences, activities to strengthen the mind, body and spirit are designed to maintain dignity and pleasure. And it’s all provided in an elegant, Victorian-style residence composed of five unique and beautifully appointed interconnected households that allow access to safe and soul-nourishing common areas and outdoor spaces.

The leaders behind Two Ladies & A Bucket firmly believe that a clean home is a healthy home and that going the extra mile to deliver highquality, consistent work is key. And with such a strategic mindset, it’s no surprise that Two Ladies & A Bucket was voted the best of the best.

Whether you need the occasional deep cleaning, a regular residential revamp (think floor, furniture, kitchen, bathroom cleaning – the works) or even a thorough cleaning before you sell or move into a new home, Two Ladies & A Bucket brings experience and exceptional customer service to meet each client’s expectations.

5139 Lemay Ferry Road, St. Louis, 314-229-1736, twoandabucket.com

605 Coeur De Ville Drive, Creve Coeur, 314-788-3591, parcprovence.com RUNNERS-UP: FRIENDSHIP VILLAGE LACLEDE GROVES: LUTHERAN SENIOR SERVICES

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“Best Skilled Nursing” As Voted by Ladue News Readers

McKnight Place Extended Care mixes the comfort and amenities of upscale senior living with the superior care of an industry-leading skilled nursing community. Our full staff of medically trained professionals is available around the clock to provide you or your loved one with the highest level of service. We’ve truly set a higher standard for skilled nursing. *We accept Medicare Part A for skilled nursing rehab services.

Thank you for your votes!

ST. LOUIS’ BEST SKILLED NURSING

Extended Care

For more information or to schedule a tour, call Christina at (314) 993-2221 2 McKnight Place - St. Louis, Missouri - 63124. Located on The Gatesworth campus at Delmar and I-170

mcknightplace.com

We are committed to equal housing opportunity that does not discriminate in housing and services because of race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status or national origin.

SERVICES | FLORIST

SERVICES | WEALTH ADVISOR

Ken Miesner’s Flower Shoppe

Hightower Wealth Advisors | St. Louis

By Alecia Humphreys

Since 1971, Ken Miesner’s Flower Shoppe has been the distinguished destination for fine flowers that are both intricately and elegantly arranged. The shop offers everything from bountiful bouquets featuring the freshest freesias to sprays of beautiful blossoms. Whether you need exquisite arrangements for an event or simply want to send flowers for an anniversary, for a birthday or with the sincerest condolences, Ken Miesner’s Flower Shoppe prides itself on producing extraordinary florals with prestige.

Plus, Ken Miesner’s Flower Shoppe will even create custom arrangements, including bouquets that feature a favorite flower (maybe lovely lilies, precious peonies or ravishing roses) or stems that cater to a particular color palette.

By Amanda Dahl

9723 Clayton Road, St. Louis, 314-567-6650, miesnersflowers.com

1401 Brentwood Blvd., Suite 550, St. Louis, 314-598-4060, stlouis.hightoweradvisors.com

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SERVICES | REAL ESTATE AGENCY

WEDDINGS | FORMALWEAR

Laura McCarthy Real Estate

Special Occasions

By Alecia Humphreys

By Alecia Humphreys Photo by Christina Kling-Garrett

Whether you’re searching for your first home, your forever home or something in between, Laura McCarthy Real Estate is happy to help. Not only will Laura McCarthy’s team of real estate professionals aid in buying and/or selling your home, but also their exceptional industry expertise provides a seamless experience – from knowing the market and specific neighborhoods to having recommendations on getting your home market-ready to making sure you’re maximizing your investment.

Laura McCarthy Real Estate also prides itself on its dedication to quality and unparalleled service, which means all of its clients can rest assured they’ll receive the utmost care throughout their homebuying process.

This elite financial services firm has been elevated to top status, thanks to Hightower Wealth Advisors’ adept ability to create secure futures and achieve financial goals on behalf of high-net-worth families and business owners. The firm’s experienced professionals boast a broad range of expertise, so the varied needs of clients benefit from this full spectrum of knowledge.

If you’re looking for guidance on tax-efficient wealth accumulation, business succession strategies or retirement, estate and gift planning, Hightower has you covered. And because all advisors are fiduciaries, they are legally obligated to act in your best interests. Readers have declared it: There’s none better to ensure your financial life and legacy than Hightower Wealth Advisors.

Weddings are certainly a special celebration, so be certain you’re dressing accordingly with help from this Ladue News reader favorite.

Since 2006, Special Occasions has specialized in formal dresses for everything from homecoming and prom to, of course, weddings.

Whether you’re the mother of the bride or the mother of the groom or you simply want a special dress to attend a nuptial ceremony, Special Occasions has an array of opulent offerings. If you’re hoping for a gorgeous Jovani, a sophisticated Montage by Mon Cheri or a fabulous Faviana designer dress, Special Occasions has the style for you. As a bonus, this shop even accommodates special sizing and alterations.

29 The Boulevard, St. Louis, 314-725-5100, lauramccarthy.com RUNNERS-UP: GLADYS MANION REAL ESTATE THE REALTY SHOP

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9712 Clayton Road, Ladue, 314-997-3300, specialoccasionsstl.com RUNNERS-UP: SUITS 4 MEN TAILORED GENTS CUSTOM CLOTHIERS

WEDDINGS | WEDDING DRESSES

Clarice’s Bridal

By Alecia Humphreys Photo by Christina Kling-Garrett

Clarice’s Bridal doesn’t just want to help you find the dress of your dreams – it wants to give you an unforgettable experience while doing so.

And according to Ladue News readers, it has succeeded time and again.

Since 1979, Clarice’s Bridal has been outfitting brides in gorgeous gowns. Whether you’re hoping for a beautiful ballgown, that perfect sweetheart neckline or lavish lace detailing, Clarice’s Bridal carries more than 15 bridal designers inhouse, which is sure to give you an alluring amount of options.

Plus, Clarice’s Bridal has a stunning selection for your bridesmaids, flower girls and the mothers of the bride and groom, all of which makes it a one-stop shop for your ceremony.

Thank You

to everyone who voted for us.

Looking for a trend setting Prom or Homecoming dress? Or maybe you’re searching for that understated yet stunning dress for your daughter or son’s wedding. No matter your shape, or age, we’re confident you’ll find the designer dress meant for you.

5714 S. Lindbergh Blvd., St. Louis, 314-351-2499, claricesbridal.com RUNNERS-UP: MIA GRACE BRIDAL SIGNATURE BRIDAL

WEDDINGS | WEDDING PLANNER

Divine Events, LLC

By Alecia Humphreys

Divine Events doesn’t just want to plan your big day – it wants to make your dream day a reality. Regardless of whether you need full-service planning, partial services and coordination, or simply a professional opinion on your plan, Divine Events is happy to help provide you with a seamless experience that includes not only excellent service but also unique ideas.

Plus, Divine Events has been recognized not only by you, dear readers, but also by The Knot in its best-of Weddings category in 2015, 2018, 2019, 2021 and, most recently, 2022 – all of which means you can rest assured its staffers know a thing or two about planning the perfect event.

In the ❤ of Ladue... 9712 Clayton Road, Ladue 314-997-3300 | specialoccasionsstl.com

Platinum List

Wedding Venue Runner Up! Schedule a tour today to get the entire extraordinary experience at the beautiful Barnett on Washington.

Beautiful & Elegant

The Barnett on Washington is a unique and sophisticated St. Louis event space, that has been making its’ client’s dreams a reality since 2013. The Barnett, which is on the National Historical Building Registry, has an extended history beginning in 1921. This gorgeous event space maintains it’s original Spanish mission style elegance, while providing modern amenities.

38 Worthington Access Drive, Maryland Heights, 314-669-5933, mydivineevents.com RUNNERS-UP: HILLARY J EVENTS NATALIES BRIDES

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LUxUrY SUiTiNG WiTHOUT COmprOmiSe Tailored Gents Custom Clothiers is hyperfocused on helping men look and feel their absolute best by using the finest quality of custom, hand finished fabrics in every garment (suits, tuxedos, jackets, trousers, shirts, shoes and accessories) as the foundation to building a sustainable wardrobe.

Our certified clothiers begin with a private appointment and distinguish themselves by listening to the client and understanding his wishes. They measure over 50 areas during the fitting process and take their time to ensure that every garment is constructed to the client’s expectations.

A special THANK YOU to our clients and the Ladue News readers for voting us as their favorite in men’s fashion for the second year in a row, as well as a runner-up in the formalwear category.

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WEDDINGS | WEDDING VENUE

The Chase Park Plaza Royal Sonesta St. Louis

By Alecia Humphreys

With soaring ceilings, alluring architecture and divine details, The Chase Park Plaza Royal Sonesta St. Louis makes the perfect place to say, “I do.” Whether you’re hoping to wow with a beautiful ballroom setting (may we recommend the Khorassan Ballroom for a classic, elegant design?) or hoping to showcase its stunning panoramic views of the metro area thanks to the floor-toceiling windows in the Starlight Room, The Chase won’t disappoint.

Also, there’s no doubt that your guests will be pleased with the hotel’s astounding accommodations after the day is done thanks to The Chase’s elite, recently renovated suites.

212 N. Kingshighway Blvd., St. Louis, 314-633-3000, sonesta.com RUNNERS-UP: BARNETT ON WASHINGTON THE CORONADO

WELLNESS | COSMETIC SURGERY

Parkcrest Plastic Surgery

By Alecia Humphreys Photo by Mark Gilliland Photography

When it comes to your body, you should trust only the best. And when it comes to cosmetic surgery, Parkcrest Plastic Surgery’s team of highly trained, board-certified plastic surgeons, aestheticians, registered nurses and more know a thing or two about top-notch care.

This center offers everything from facial surgery, such as brow lifts, neck lifts and facelifts; to body contouring, such as CoolSculpting, liposuction and tummy tucks; to breast surgeries for patients, including augmentation, lift, reduction, or gender-affirming top surgery. Whether you want a subtle change or something more transformative, Parkcrest Plastic Surgery’s team will give you the care you deserve.

845 N. New Ballas Court, Suite 300, St. Louis, 314-569-0130, parkcrestplasticsurgery.com RUNNERS-UP ST. LOUIS COSMETIC SURGERY WEST COUNTY PLASTIC SURGEONS OF WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY

Where therapy and fitness collide

Want to resume your best life? ready to get rid of those aches and pains? check out nutriformance – fitness, therapy and performance Our ideal client has a few corrective exercise needs, desires to perform better in activities of daily living or sports activities such as pickleball, golf, tennis, etc. Our clients range from their 40s well into their 80s and up.

Our boutique physical therapy program has grown because of the one-on-one attention we provide our clients as well as the ability to transition directly to a personal trainer after completing physical therapy. Additional services include therapeutic massage, Pilates, and nutrition coaching for optimal health.

We are a full boutique fitness center too-group fitness classes, gym access, full locker rooms, etc.

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WELLNESS | SALON SERVICES

NutriFormance

Dominic Michael Salon

By Alecia Humphreys

Since 1997, NutriFormance has been a pillar of the metro area’s fitness scene.

Founders Dale and Ellie Huff started this venture with the belief that “every body matters,” and the Huffs continue to instill that philosophy in the NutriFormance staff today.

The NutriFormance team works not only to help clients meet their fitness goals but also to get to know each client personally. Whether you’re hoping to take a fitness class, work oneon-one with a personal trainer (or even an in-home personal trainer) or get a massage for those tired muscles, NutriFormance is happy to help.

Bonus: NutriFormance also offers nutrition counseling that will teach you nutritional practices that are customized just for you and your success.

By Alecia Humphreys Photo by Christina Kling-Garrett

When Dominic Michael Salon opened in 1982, its commitment to the craft of cutting and styling hair was noticed throughout the metro area – and that same standard of quality remains to this day.

Whether you want a bold new cut or color, simply need a styling or want to treat those tresses, Dominic Michael Salon’s team of professionals is committed to excellence. And there’s more to Dominic Michael Salon than its exceptional hair services.

Dominic Michael Salon also has a team of highly trained aestheticians and nail technicians, with customized services to make sure your skin and nails look great. Plus, the stunning salon setting makes getting pampered an even more perfect way to spend your afternoon.

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By Alecia Humphreys

By Alecia Humphreys

Since 2000, Advanced Training and Rehab has been providing physical therapy services across the metro area with eight distinct values at its center, including integrity, compassion and humility.

Whether you’re recovering from a sports injury, an orthopedic condition or even a surgical procedure, Advanced Training and Rehab hopes to inspire your healing journey through a quality combination of education, trained skills and positive reinforcement. And regardless of where you reside or work, one of Advanced Training and Rehab’s 20 locations will surely allow for their quality to be convenient for your care.

Amid the hustle and bustle of life, there’s no doubt that we all deserve to take a step back and retreat for a little rest and relaxation. And Four Seasons Hotel St. Louis is serenity at its finest.

Choose from one of Four Seasons’ magnificent massages – the couples massage, the healing bamboo massage, the prenatal massage and the deep sleep restorative massage – or simply stop for a luxurious body or facial treatment that promises to enhance your natural glow. For the ultimate treatment of tranquility, though, make sure to explore the Relaxation Experiences packages for supreme relaxation and rejuvenation.

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“The physicians and staff at Parkcrest Plastic Surgery and The Aesthetics Center want to thank our dedicated patients for continuing to give us this honor.”

Winner - Cosmetic Surgery Center Cosmetic surgery can transform your appearance and drastically improve your quality of life. At Parkcrest Plastic Surgery, we are committed to providing our patients with safe, effective surgical and non-surgical options that deliver excellent results.

Runner-up - Beauty More than just a feel-good spa, the Aesthetic Center at Parkcrest Plastic Surgery brings a medical perspective to skin care and treatments.

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THANKS TO YOU, WE’RE A PLATINUM LIST WINNER ONCE AGAIN! Friendship Village is officially a Ladue News 2022 Platinum List member, winning “Best Assisted Living” and achieving runner-up in all other Senior Living categories!

Friendship Village continues to shape the future of senior living in St. Louis, whether that’s on our two state-of-the-art campuses, or in area seniors’ own homes via FV at Home. In any setting, our cuttingedge wellness programs foster a healthy, engaged and active lifestyle that keeps seniors well, longer. Our exclusive Life Care program ensures affordable access to a full range of care, from independent living to award-winning assisted living and skilled nursing services.

We couldn’t do it without your continued support. Thank you!

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COMBO

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Tap the style sweet spot with bold designs in a winning black-and-gold material palette.

Wildwood’s Archer sculpture makes a stunning classical statement on tabletops. It’s made of composite materials, finished with gold leaf and mounted on a black base. (brodylamp.com)

Crystorama’s Odelle ceiling light makes a bold statement with graphic cutouts and a rich black and antique gold metal finish. (wilsonlighting.com)

Aidan Gray’s Madame Royale bench is part of the company’s Antiques Diva collection.

Made of birch, the intricately carved frame has been treated to an antique distressed gold finish. (aidangrayliving.com)

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Beauty & THE BEER

By Amanda Dahl

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he Busch family has been brewing something other than beer as of late. Billy Busch and his wife, Christi, recently announced their partnership with former celebrity stylist Gabriel Reboh to create a line of unisex fragrances. The line, dubbed Béatus Paris, was released in St. Louis at Neiman Marcus on Feb. 14.

“My family is very creative,” Billy Busch says. “My kids are creative.

They were talking about creating their own fragrance for many years. …

We were lucky enough to meet with Gabriel and his wife, Nathalie, over a real estate deal. They were way further ahead in the perfume business than we could’ve imagined.”

Reboh, the artistic director of Béatus Paris, had a clear vision for this line of fragrances (inspired by his time in France, home to the world’s perfume capital), which attracted the Busch family to the partnership.

“They had the quality beyond belief,” Billy Busch says. “They had already come up with a recipe, a place to manufacture, the finest manufacturing plant in the world. It reminded me very much of the beer business –

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the attitude and legacy I grew up with, only making [something of] the highest quality.”

That common ambition to create only the best is what led Reboh to France in search of a manufacturer for the brand.

“France is … an environment of beauty … of well-being,” Reboh says.

“Therefore, that was the choice to go to the best to get the best, right?

We chose Symrise – they’re literally No. 1 in the world – and they don’t take everybody, and we succeeded. We got the best.”

In that same vein, they collaborated with French chemist and neurobiologist Dr. Jean-François Rumigny to create the formulas for six signature scents.

“Every molecule, every extra smell, every flower that you add reacts differently,” Reboh elaborates. “You need to know what to mix in order to reach [a] target, to keep the perfume clean and high-end. We have over 22 to 25 percent of concentration, [the highest on market]. The scents last longer.

It’s more pure. That’s why everybody loves it.”

The original line categorizes scents by two themes: gardens and forests.

Three fragrances reflect the world’s most famous gardens, including Giverny of France and Alhambra of Spain, and are named for their respective locations. The additional three are named for aspects of a forest, as reflected in the name Haute Futaie, which represents the highest branches of a forest, and Sylve Noir, which roughly translates to “black forest.”

“Once we saw the bottle and smelled the fragrances, we knew we were onto something,” Billy Busch affirms. “The consumer understands a quality product from a not-so-quality product. I learned that from my forefathers.

We believe that Béatus will be the next success in the fragrance industry.”

Béatus Paris can be found in several retail stores, including Neiman Marcus, as well as online at beatusparis.com.

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THE DOGWOOD

FOUR SEASONS OF CHARM

By Pat Raven, Ph.D., with Julie Hess

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uilding seasonal color remains essential to creating interest in your garden yearround, with one popular genus of trees and shrubs to fill that bill being Cornus, also known as the dogwood group.

The group’s color calendar locally starts in March with the earliest spring glow of the brilliant golden yellow cornelian cherry, Cornus mas. As a sure sign of spring, it blooms alongside snowdrops and daffodils.

The native dogwood – Cornus florida, the state tree of Missouri – follows next with many varieties in shades of white, cream, rose and red. After that, the Asian kousa dogwoods carry the genus into late spring with their starry-pointed bract blossoms that hold for several weeks.

Stellar Pink and Constellation, from the Rutgers breeding program, constitute hybrids between the native dogwood and the Asian kousa. This collection of trees has large, showy bracts; all the rest have tiny, true flowers in decorative clusters.

Pagoda dogwood, a large maturing native, looks spectacular in late spring with layer-cake

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branches iced with tiny ivory flowers. The smaller native dogwoods (silky, gray and rough-leaved) nicely fill spaces along the edge of woods or as woody prairie accents with their dainty white-tocream flower clusters.

After flowering, all dogwoods set fruits that birds love. Shiny red drupes ripen in autumn on the traditional dogwood, with soft strawberry-like fruits maturing on the Asian dogwood. The other natives have smoky blue, purple or white fruits.

Each adds interest to the fall display, and all ably feed migratory flocks.

Most dogwoods earn acclaim for their brilliant scarlet foliage in the fall. Cornus obliqua, or Red Rover, is a newer selection of the swamp dogwood and is slightly more compact, with purple to red fall color.

Winter interest comes in the form of decorative bark and interesting branch layers. The tree forms are mostly gray, with some reddish twigs. For winter, though, the showstopper dogwoods are the thickets of redtwig and yellowtwig dogwoods.

The low-growing Cornus sericea, or Cardinal, has lovely scarlet stems, and Flaviramea is an awardwinning golden twig variety. C. stolonifera, or Arctic Fire, is the smallest and the brightest red.

C. sanguinea, or Midwinter Fire, and Arctic Sun rank as the best of both worlds, with yellow stem bases and rich coral twigs.

All of these shrubs are grown for their colorful stems. They perform best when pruned hard, typically a third of the stems each year, which allows the ability to cut them to use in winter urns and containers as a stunning seasonal accent. Choose the oldest and tallest branches to clip for best form the following year. Plant them where you can see them from the window on cold, snowy days.

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Proud to be Locally Owned and Operated Since 1936 gladysmanion.com 314-721-4755 Gladys Manion Real Estate is extremely proud to announce the formal partnership of their #1 agent, Keith R. Manzer, and rising superstar, Chris Klages. The newly established partnership was officially launched on January 1, 2022. The Manzer|Klages partnership had combined real estate sales of nearly $35 million in 2021, representing sellers & buyers throughout the greater St. Louis area from $100,000 to $10,000,000!

Manzer, a 39-year industry veteran, has consistently been the #1 agent at Gladys Manion, Inc. since joining the firm. He has been named the “Face of Luxury Real Estate” by St. Louis Magazine on four separate occasions. Klages was a “Top Ten” producer in his first year at Gladys Manion, Inc. in 2021 with unprecedented, record-breaking sales and was co-named the “Face of Luxury Real Estate” by St. Louis Magazine in 2022.

Manzer|Klages is supported by Gladys Manion Real Estate, which has been serving the St. Louis real estate market since 1936, a 4th generation, legacy real estate company. Together, they are one of the most innovative, technologically advanced, experienced, and knowledgeable marketing and sales teams.

EXPERIENCE | INNOVATION | RESULTS • OVER $600 MILLION IN CAREER SALES Contact us today to list your property for sale or retain us as your exclusive buyer’s agents. Together, we bring you remarkable energy & the proficiency to successfully navigate you through the ever-complicated real estate market with the results you desire.

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By Katie Yeadon | Photos by Christina Kling-Garrett

ENtER a NEw SEaSoN oF FRESH FaSHIoN wItH a waRDRoBE REVaMP tHat wIll HaVE youR FRIENDS GREEN wItH ENVy. These looks involving spring 2022’s top trends should have you feeling bright, feminine – and just a bit retro!

Ruffled Prints The printed blouse with a ruffle detail inevitably makes a staple for spring.

Farm Rio Fruit Garden blouse, $145, Ivy Hill Boutique (instagram.com/ivyhillboutique) Bell-bottom jeans, $328, Neiman Marcus (neimanmarcus.com) Drop hoop earrings with blue spikes, $42, Ivy Hill Boutique Stacked gold bracelet cuff, $4,500, Vie (viestlouis.com)

Color, Color, Color Embrace bright colors and bold prints for spring.

Alice + Olivia Simona faux-wrap dress, $395, Neiman Marcus (neimanmarcus.com) Layered chain link necklaces, in medium link $425, in large link $120, Vie (viestlouis.com) Small chain link necklace, $38, Cha Boutique (shop-cha.com) Gold hoop earrings, $65, Vie Shoes, model’s own

Light and Bright This Piet Mondrian-inspired print is a new look for local fashion line Rungolee, beloved for its modern-retro feel.

Porto dress, $348, Rungolee (rungolee.com) Raffia Fan Cabochon earrings, $70, Kate Pollmann (katepollmann.com) Prada logo triangle kitten-heel sandals, $925, Neiman Marcus (neimanmarcus.com)

Layered Shapes Layer a tank over a silk blouse for a tailored but still quite feminine look.

Add bell-bottom jeans for an extra dose of style.

Veronica Beard Laura Peplum top, $289; Natuka blouse, $358; bellbottom jeans, $328, Neiman Marcus (neimanmarcus.com) Geometric drop earrings, $42, Ivy Hill Boutique (instagram.com/ivyhillboutique) Dolce & Gabbana crisscross leather slide mules, $845, Neiman Marcus

Smart Stripes The top-and-skirt set should be enormously popular this season.

Add a peplum silhouette and a puffed sleeve for maximum feminine power.

Tanya Taylor Kelsey top, $365; Lauryn skirt, $395, MG Women (misterguywomens.com) Multi-chain lotus-shaped earrings, $65, Ivy Hill Boutique (instagram.com/ivyhillboutique) Shoes, model’s own

Thank You To Model: Zaria McDonald with West Model Management Hair & Makeup: Lili Altnether Shot on location at MPWR STL

POSH PROPERTIES

By Maggie Peters

8 CLERBROOK LANE | LADUE

19 CLERMONT LANE | LADUE

10 FORSYTHIA LANE | OLIVETTE

This contemporary home sits on a quiet cul-de-sac with nearly an acre of woods. Enjoy 5 bedrooms, an updated kitchen, a family room with vaulted beamed ceiling, a spacious master suite with a balcony and a finished lower level.

This updated home has seen extensive improvements, including a three-story addition, a large second floor guest suite and lower-level storage. The high-end kitchen with a substantial island is a great entertaining space, as is the new pool area and outdoor kitchen.

This beautiful new home is coming soon on a gorgeous half-acre lot in Ladue Schools. The approximately 4,900 square feet of finished living space includes a main-floor primary suite, a luxury kitchen and baths plus a finished lower level.

147 GAY AVE. | CLAYTON

9797 LITZSINGER ROAD | LADUE

2045 WAKEFIELD FARM ROAD | GLENCOE

Keith R. Manzer and Christopher M. Klages Gladys Manion Real Estate 314-609-3155 (direct), 314-721-4755 (office), manzerklages.com

Lisa Coulter Janet McAfee Real Estate 314-941-2883, lisacoulter@janetmcafee.com, lisacoulter.janetmcafee.com This luxury town house has an exceptional floor plan and is located near all the best Clayton amenities. Highlights include a private patio, wine cellar and finished third floor that features an additional living room, bedroom and full bath. Two underground, heated parking spaces are included.

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Katie McLaughlin Laura McCarthy Real Estate 314-283-8444 (direct), 314-725-5100 (office), lauramccarthy.com

John Ryan The Ryan Tradition Coldwell Banker Realty – Gundaker 314-941-0572 (direct), 314-993-8000 (office), theryantradition.com This exceptional custom home stands on 2 acres in a premier Ladue location featuring a stone exterior with a porte-cochere design, including five garage bays. Enjoy 7,000-plus square feet and another 2,000 square feet in the finished lower level.

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Steve Mathes and Joe Mathes Coldwell Banker Gundaker 314-503-6533 (Steve), 314-276-1604 (Joe), steveandjoemathes.com

Mark Gellman and Neil Gellman The Gellman Team EXP Realty 314-336-1991, thegellmanteam.com, 2045wakefieldfarm.com

This private, updated retreat overlooks the Wakefield Farm neighborhood lake and features a spalike master bath with a free-standing tub, a custom kitchen with a waterfall granite island, two laundry rooms, an in-ground pool and a landscaped yard with a koi pond and waterfall.

DISTINCTIVE PROPERTY

By Maggie Peters | Photos by Square One Media Productions

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xperience the epitome of luxury living in this extraordinary Frontenac home, featuring more than 9,000 square feet of stunning living space. Traditional in design, the property showcases exquisite millwork, soaring ceilings and five unique fireplaces. Enter through the stately foyer into the two-story living room, formal dining room and private paneled office. Cook, dine and entertain in the light-filled kitchen, expansive hearth room and open breakfast area, all surrounded by windows, then wind down in the main floor’s primary suite, featuring his-and-hers walk-in closets, a gas fireplace and a luxury bath. A grand staircase leads to three spacious en suite bedrooms and a loft, and the entertainment extravaganza continues on the lower level, with an expansive bar, a media room, a gym and billiards parlor, as well as a fifth bedroom, full bath and wine closet. As spring turns to summer, soak up the outdoors on the covered patio overlooking the custom pool, spa and waterfall – complete with an outdoor kitchen.

This 5-bedroom, 5 full-bathroom and 2 half-bathroom home in Frontenac is listed for $2.69 million.

Beth Holtz Schenk and Mona Green Laura McCarthy Real Estate

314-406-1502 (direct), 314-725-5100 (office), lauramccarthy.com Founded in 1944, Laura McCarthy has expertise with the central corridor and consistently ranks among local top real estate companies in sales volume. Many of the 100-plus agents there specialize in luxury real estate. All are familiar with metro area neighborhoods, from the Central West End to Highway 64/40 to Chesterfield and the St. Charles area.

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There’s No Better Time to Sell Dear Homeowner, If you are thinking about selling, there has never been a better opportunity than now. Give us a call.

Why sell now? It is an incredibly strong Seller’s Market and for you, this translates to receiving multiple offers, selling over asking price, and more flexibility with negotiating a favorable contract.

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New custom 1.5-story home by Berkley in sought-after subdivision on 1.08-acre site with 4 BD, 3.5 baths with approximately 4,000 SF.

New custom home under construction by Oleg Construction. 1/5-story, 5 BD, 4.5 baths, 5,950 SF including the finished lower level.

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New custom home coming soon! Level wooded .46-acre lot with 1.5-story design, 4 BD, 3.5+ baths 4900 SF on 3 levels.

New home is coming soon! !.5-story plan with 5BD,4.5 baths, approx. 4900 SF of finished space on 3 levels. Main floor primary suite, luxury kitchen & baths plus finished lower level. Walkout .46-acre lot.

Another new home to be built by Berkley in Oak Estates. Two-story with four bedrooms, 2.5 baths on a level wooded lot. Opportunity to build your dream home close to Stacy Park and Old Bonhomme School.

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Labradoodles Hello Residents, YWCA Metro St. Louis is conducting a city-wide “Childcare Community Survey” and would like your feedback.

The purpose of the survey is to evaluate the local residential and business/employee population’s need for childcare services and identify hurdles therein. The goal is to provide residents with all the resources they need for their children to thrive.

You can find the survey by scanning the QR Code below or visiting https://arcg.is/1jzKz8.

Thank you for taking the time to complete the survey!

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or traditional Colombian fare, guests have been flocking to Brentwood’s Maize & Wheat Colombian Cafe since it opened in November for arepas (cornmeal cakes), empanadas (sealed, deep-fried pastries), tropical juices and other dishes.

The eatery comes from Claudia Marcella Niswonger, a native of Bucaramanga, Colombia, who moved here 14 years ago because of her husband’s career. Thereafter, Niswonger established El Fogón Colombian – an endeavor she began in 2017 with her daughter, Gerly, and late son, Jhon, as a way to introduce the food of her native land to the metro area at local festivals.

After receiving ample encouragement from an eager customer base under the El Fogón name, Niswonger decided to give her popular arepas and empanadas a bricks-and-mortar home with her own café, where she hopes to offer even more traditional Colombian fare.

“I’m very excited because this is the first time there is a Colombian restaurant here,” Niswonger says. “It’s my gift to St. Louis. I would like to have a huge variety of food and tropical juices showcasing Colombian food. I really want to change the image many people have of my country.”

Made-to-order arepas – a staple of the menu – feature house-made yellow or white corn-based dough that’s grilled and stuffed with savory fillings. Breakfast options include the Colombian arepa stuffed with yellow plantain, corn, mozzarella and Colombian sausage, while lunch options include the arepa special, with chicken, mushroom and mozzarella.

Niswonger recalls learning how to make empanadas with her caretaker, or “Nona,” to sell as street food while growing up. Her favorite today remains the favorite of her youth: shredded

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beef seasoned with freshly ground cumin, garlic, onion and tomato, all in a fried pastry shell with rice and mozzarella.

Additional menu highlights include stuffed potatoes – a traditional Colombian breakfast dish made of breaded and fried mashed potatoes with a hard-boiled egg, chicken or beef – served with aji, a spicy sauce of onion, tomato, vinegar and lemon. However, the café’s bestseller so far has been a fruity concoction not from the food menu but from the beverage menu: coconut lemonade.

According to Niswonger, visitors can’t get enough of her tropical juices, and she intends to

add many more to the menu, including lesserknown flavors like lulo (also known as naranjilla), a refreshing fruit with notes of pineapple, citrus and kiwi – in addition to such food options as Colombian soups and tamales.

“People are asking for more and more items,” Niswonger says. “This is such a nice location with such nice people. I wanted to have a simple menu, but they want more, and I’m happy to make it for them.”

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The Music of Ireland

By Mark Bretz | Photo courtesy of Celtic Woman

Arriving at St. Louis’ Stifel Theatre on April 21 on its Postcards From Ireland tour will be the Irish female group Celtic Woman, which has performed in the metro area a staggering 16 times since the group’s formation in 2005. Usually composed of four or five singers, the current version of Celtic Woman includes original member Chloe Agnew, along with Tara McNeill, Muirgen O’Mahony and Megan Walsh.

Celtic Woman’s eponymous debut album in 2005 reached No. 1 on Billboard’s world music chart, following the first airing of its special on PBS, and held the top position on the Billboard world music chart for a record-setting 81 weeks – only to be replaced by the group’s second album, “A Christmas Celebration,” which ascended to the top of the list in October 2006. Overall, Celtic Woman has been named Billboard’s No. 1 World Music Artist of the Year six times, and 12 of its studio albums have debuted at No. 1 on Billboard’s world album chart.

Rhona Kelly, executive producer of Celtic Woman, and Agnew took time from Celtic Woman’s busy 2022 tour to talk with Ladue News about the group’s incredible success and the music it shares with its fans.

Celtic Woman has performed worldwide. What helps the brand achieve international acclaim?

Kelly: Celtic Woman’s fresh fusion of traditional Irish music with classical favorites, contemporary and original songs has helped put us on the world music map.

Chloe is an original member who has now rejoined Celtic Woman. Why have so many performers come and gone through the years?

Kelly: Celtic Woman has always been a platform for Irish female artists. Like any other show, people come and go depending on their life decisions along the way. The beauty of CW is we have always welcomed back previous performers down through the years. Chloe has rejoined for 2022, and [former member] Susan McFadden will be doing some dates on this tour with us also.

Can you describe some of the instruments played most prominently in the music performed by Celtic Woman?

Kelly: The fiddle/violin would be the most prominent instrument in the show. It is not traditionally Irish in origin but would be one of the most important instruments used in the traditional Irish repertoire. Uilleann pipes, bodhran, bagpipes, guitar, whistles and piano all feature in the show also. Uilleann pipes are traditionally Irish and date back to the 18th century, and the bodhran dates back to the 19th century.

How important was the PBS programming of Celtic Woman concerts early on to the group’s incredible success?

Kelly: The PBS audience reaction was an amazing platform for us to get our music and shows out there. [Now,] 17 years later, our relationship is still going strong. “Postcards From Ireland” aired Dec. 21 and will air again on PBS on March 22.

Show: Celtic Woman Venue: Stifel Theatre, 1400 Market St., St. Louis Date/Time: April 21, 7 p.m.

Tickets: $29.50 to $150, ticketmaster.com

How do St. Louis audiences compare in their appreciation of Celtic Woman’s music to other cities in the United States and in other countries?

Agnew: I can remember visiting and performing in St. Louis in 2005 on one of our very first U.S. tours like it was yesterday. It’s so incredible to think that here we are all these years later, still being welcomed back to one of our favorite cities to perform in! Some of our best memories of shows have been spent in St. Louis.

Every time we come back, the audiences are bigger and louder than ever. We are so excited to bring our new show to all our wonderful fans in Missouri once again.

I’ve loved every second of my time visiting St. Louis throughout the years. I’ll always make sure to take a walk down to the Gateway Arch or try to catch a St. Louis Blues game on our day off, and we never leave without getting an Imo’s pizza for the tour bus! Needless to say, we love St. Louis and can’t wait to see you all soon!

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Comforting Cinnamon Apple Cake A Story by Mary Mack, recipe by Tim Garvey

lthough spring’s official start may be approaching on March 20, random chilly days and even snowfalls still may give many people reason to indulge in a blissful baked good – like the comforting cinnamon apple cake from Tim Garvey of Pretzel Boy’s.

Since 2011, Garvey – with his wife, Jamie, and brother, Matt – has delighted metro area residents with the business’ doughy, twisted tasty creations. Known for delighting customers at events and parties with their impressive pretzel shapes and snack spreads, the Garveys now have extended their reach to three locations in the area. (They also make Pete’s Pops, gourmet ice pops ranging in flavor from avocado to golden milk and sweet matcha tea.)

After a long few years of the COVID-19 pandemic, Garvey says he’s looking forward to this spring and summer, during which he and his team will return to the community in a big way – from markets to outside Busch Stadium with their pretzel and pop pushcarts and stands.

Garvey says his mom still makes this cake (adapted from a recipe she ripped from a 1997 issue of Cooking Light magazine) every February on his birthday – adding that the cream cheese gives it just the right amount of moisture.

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Ingredients  1¾ cup sugar  ½ cup margarine, softened  1 tsp vanilla extract  6 ounces cream cheese, softened  2 large eggs  1½ cups all-purpose flour  1½ tsp baking powder  ¼ tsp salt  2 tsp ground cinnamon  3 cups peeled and chopped Rome apples Preparation | Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

Beat 1½ cups sugar with the margarine, vanilla and cream cheese in a mixer at medium speed until well-blended (about 4 minutes). Add in eggs one at a time, beating well after each. Combine flour, baking powder and salt, and then add dry mixture to wet ingredients, beating at a low speed until blended.

Combine ¼ cup sugar and cinnamon, and then mix with chopped apples in a bowl. Stir apple mixture into batter to combine; then pour batter into a greased 8-inch springform pan, and sprinkle with any remaining cinnamon mixture.

Bake for 1 hour and 15 minutes or until cake pulls away from sides of pan. Let cake cool completely on a wire rack. When you are ready to cut, use a serrated knife.

NOTE: If you cannot find Rome apples, Pink Lady or Honeycrisp can be used as alternatives. If you don’t have a springform pan, you can use a 9-inch swore cake pan and reduce the cook time by minutes.

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The Missouri hisTorical socieTy is adding seven wardrobe pieces froM Trailblazing Model grace sTrobel To iTs perManenT collecTion.

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s the first American model with Down syndrome to represent an international skin care line, metro area resident Grace Strobel is making history while making a name for herself. The St. Louis-based Missouri Historical Society is documenting her achievements by adding seven of Strobel’s donated clothing items to its permanent collection.

“It was important to the Missouri Historical Society team to bring Grace’s garments into our permanent collection for several reasons,” says Adam MacPhàrlain, curator of clothing and textiles for MHS, in a press release. “First, because these garments share Grace’s story – a local woman doing notable work both with her modeling career as well as public speaking.

“And second, when collecting around disability, we often default to stereotypical representations of life with a disability, such as collecting mobility devices or T-shirts promoting disability rights and recognition. These are important pieces to collect, but it’s also important to show the diverse and active lives people with disabilities have. The clothing Grace donated demonstrates her career and her personal style and doesn’t focus on Down syndrome as a negative.”

Grace Strobel was born in Newport Beach, California, grew up in the metro area and now lives in Chesterfield with her parents. At 21 years of age, she jump-started her own modeling career when the portraits she posted on Facebook went viral, garnering more than 220,000 shares from around the world.

Her mom, Linda Strobel, had set up the photo shoot with local photographer Trenna Travis after her daughter expressed interest in modeling.

News outlets, beauty companies and apparel brands took notice of her potential.

“I love modeling – I love to have people see my photos and start having ily Fam l e a different perception of what b The Stro it means to have a disability,” Strobel says. “I feel strong and confident. Just because you have a disability – it doesn’t mean you can’t have a fulfilling life.”

By the age of 23, Strobel had appeared on national TV programs and became part of Obagi’s

global SKINCLUSION campaign – an awareness initiative led by the California-based skin care company promoting products for all skin tones and types. Since partnering with Obagi in 2019, she’s signed two contracts with the company.

“This partnership means the world to me, and I am so excited to be a SKINCLUSION Ambassador because I love what Obagi stands for: diversity, inclusion and beauty,” Strobel expresses.

A T-shirt bearing the Obagi logo and SKINCLUSION campaign name is among the items Strobel donated to MHS. Other items of particular significance include The Grace Dress designed by Alivia – a brand she modeled for in 2020 – and a Blue Windsor dress with elegant, sheer long sleeves, which she wore during her appearance on “The Today Show” in 2019.

“I think the blue dress I wore on ‘The Today Show’ was pretty special,” Strobel reflects. “After the show, my mom and I were walking around the streets of NYC, and people were stopping us to say, ‘Hey! I just saw you on TV!’ And then [they] asked to get their picture taken with me. Talk about feeling good!”

Now 25, Strobel continues to expand her modeling portfolio, make connections across the industry and share her inspiring story. Already this year, Strobel booked a photo shoot with beauty brand amika and attended a Fenty Beauty event in Los Angeles, where she met the cosmetic company’s celebrity founder, Rihanna. In addition to partnering with Fenty Beauty as an influencer, Strobel represents apparel brands Veronica Beard and Alivia.

Locally, the Women of Achievement recognized Strobel last year for her volunteerism and youth outreach, which she began in 2017 after incidents of bullying in her own adolescence years. With her mom’s support, she launched #TheGraceEffect, a kidfriendly presentation about overcoming obstacles and treating others with kindness and respect.

Within the next couple of months, MHS officials will make Strobel’s clothes available to view in its online collection, where MHS digitally stores about 20,000 pieces of clothing and accessories dating from the late 18th century to the present. Strobel hopes those who come across her mementos will believe “that anything is possible,” she says. “Never let anyone tell you what you can or cannot achieve.

Push boundaries and live your life.”

Missouri Historical Society, Library & Research Center, 225 S. Skinker Blvd., St. Louis, 314-746-4500, mohistory.org

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Come

Together “Assembly Required,” a new exhibition at the Pulitzer Arts Foundation in St. Louis, spans half a century, focuses on numerous large sociopolitical issues and involves nine artists from around the world.

Yoko Ono, “Typescript for Grapefruit,” 1963–64

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Francis Alÿs, “When Faith Moves Mountains (Cuando la fe mueve montañas),” Lima, 2002

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ssembly Required,” a new exhibition at the Pulitzer Arts Foundation, which opened March 4, will run till July 31 under the oversight of Stephanie Weissberg, one of the museum’s two sterling curators.

According to a mid-January press release from the Pulitzer, which is the exhibition’s sole venue, the exhibition showcases works created during the past five-plus decades by a cosmopolitan nonet of artists who strive to engage viewers as collaborators in the creative process: Francis Alÿs, Rasheed Araeen, Siah Armajani, Tania Bruguera/INSTAR, Lygia Clark, Hélio Oiticica, Yoko Ono, Lygia Pape and Franz Erhard Walther.

Those nine, the release continues, “were selected for their shared belief in public action and its role in transforming society. Taken as a whole, the work in ‘Assembly Required’ poses vital questions about how art enables us to imagine new ways of being in the world.”

An epigraph to the press release comes from Clark: “Every possible happening is there in potential, ready to be realized in the act. Then for the first time, anyone is fit for the act of creating.”

In its illustrious history, the museum has never shied from showcasing expansive and thought-provoking exhibitions like this, as the press release strongly suggests.

“Throughout the run of ‘Assembly Required,’ the Pulitzer galleries will serve as a space for social engagement and communication and a place in which to consider civic life – a particularly salient topic today – as visitors interact directly with the artworks and with each other,” it quotes Cara Starke, the museum’s executive director, as stating.

“We look forward to seeing our visitors reflect on how art and artmaking can change our lives.”

In that regard, the press release continues that “Assembly Required” collectively involves “distinct social and political moments and issues, from the unrest in the United States during the Vietnam War to Peru’s military dictatorship in the 1990s and more. Each artist offers unique perspectives on social change, addressing the need for optimism and hope in the face of global tensions.”

Of particular note to Beatles fans, the exhibition opens with a selection from Ono’s 1964 book “Grapefruit” and with a project inspired by that book.

“Painting to Be Stepped On,” the aforementioned project, “will be placed on the floor across from the building’s entryway so that visitors may engage with the work when they enter the museum by stepping on or over it,” states the press release.

“This will set the tone of the exhibition as a space to think outside of expected behavior at museums, such as not touching the art, but rather introducing a sense

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Lygia Clark’s Diálogo: Oculos, or “Dialogue: Goggles,” originally created in 1968

Franz Erhard Walther, “Vier Koerpergewichte (counterbalancing body weights) Single Element No. 42 of 1. Werksatz,” 1968 Lygia Pape, “Divisor,” 1968

of playfulness and creativity – and touch – while also hinting at the subversive.”

Works of three artists involved in the Brazilian Neo-Concretist movement of the late 1950s also will number among those included in “Assembly Required.”

Representing Pape, a co-founder of Neo-Concretism, will be documentation from what the press release characterizes as one of her most famous works: “Titled ‘Divisor,’ this performative work was staged in the streets of Rio [de Janeiro] in 1968, the year in which the dictatorship suppressed public assembly, introduced mass censorship and suspended habeas corpus, making citizens vulnerable to arrest without cause.

“Pape invited dozens of local children to march through the streets under an enormous white sheet, which unified them as a single entity while still retaining their individualism. It was a highly radical gesture during a repressive regime.”

Otherwise, from Alÿs, a Belgian native based in Mexico, comes the 2002 “When Faith Moves Mountains,” conceived two years earlier after a trip to Lima, Peru, “in the final days of the [Alberto] Fujimori dictatorship, a time of mass protests and clashes in the streets,” the press release notes.

For the one-time performance, the press release states, “Alÿs invited 500 volunteers from a local engineering school to work together to move a 1,500-footlong sand dune in a desolate area on the outskirts of Lima. Over the course of the day, they shifted the dune by about 4 inches. The work – seen here through video projections and more than 100 drawings, paintings and related ephemera – is at once a gesture of optimism, an allegory about the potential of the collective will and a realist observation about the enormity of the challenges to achieving longterm change.”

Pulitzer Arts Foundation, 3716 Washington Blvd., St. Louis, 314-754-1850, pulitzerarts.org

Lygia Clark, “Estudo para Bicho Pássaro do Espaço (Study for Critter Bird in Space),” 1960

Hélio Oiticica, “Penetrável Macaléia,” 1978

Lygia Clark, “Bicho Pássaro do Espaço (Critter Bird in Space),” 1960

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