Throughout the previous year, our dedicated team of editors, writers, and freelancers at St. Louis Magazine has produced an abundance of stories. From exclusive glimpses into new initiatives to engaging interviews with some of the most prominent figures in film and television, we had a wealth of narratives to reflect
DISCOVER: Ramen perfected. As ramen gains as much popularity in St. Louis as toasted ravioli and uninspired holiday lawn ornaments, many enthusiasts are truly excited about Menya Rui’s unique mazemen—a type of ramen that remains sparse in the Midwest. This variant forgoes broth, mixing noodles with scallop oil and a
Do restaurants welcome walk-ins on New Year’s Eve? —Tom S., St. Louis While many restaurants will accept walk-in guests, the more pertinent question is whether they can accommodate them, especially on one of the busiest nights of the year. I would caution against walking into a restaurant on New Year’s
Pizza Champ (2657 Lyle), a well-loved pizzeria in Maplewood that began operations in January 2022, will cease operations after service on Tuesday, as reported in a social media update from owner Chris Kelling. The announcement stated: “Pizza Champ will be closing after service on December 31st. It’s been a fantastic
Get Active. Many individuals set goals to enhance their fitness as the new year begins, and registering for a race is an excellent way to hold yourself accountable. Join The Snowball Series, which will embark on its 45th run through St. Louis this year, kicking off with a 5k in
A well-known restaurateur in St. Louis is now proudly operating as a local grocer. Matt McGuire, who owns Louie (706 DeMun) and Wright’s Tavern (7624 Wydown) in Clayton, has just launched Box Hill Grocer (7628 Wydown) right next to the latter. The primary offering includes prepared hot and cold items
