On a 3.7-acre highway embankment located just a few feet south of Interstate 44 in the Shaw neighborhood, Green House Venture has built a talent pipeline. The nonprofit, which was formed more than seven years ago by civic leader Tom Purcell and local educator Don Stump, works to give elementary school students hands-on learning opportunities […]
For Yolklore owner Mary Hancock, her grandmother’s meatloaf is about much more than a delicious, easy-to-make meal; it’s about memories. Her grandfather’s vanilla-scented pipe. The smell of his leather easy chair. The setup of Grandma Boehne’s kitchen. All of these experiences come flooding back every time she bakes this classic dish, which is why she […]
Colleen’s Owner Colleen Thompson got her start making dazzling, art-like custom cookies; you’ll still find those at her University City bakery and café, though you’ll also find an array of pastries, cookies, macarons, biscotti, and other baked goodies that show the full range of her shop’s abilities. The quiche, which features a subtly sweet crust, […]
The wave of poke restaurants in recent years continues to roll in: Later this month, Poke Munch plans to open a new location in the former BLK MKT Eats space at 9 S. Vandeventer, on the border of the Central West End and Midtown. The Concept Poke Munch owner Nadeem Hosseini had been looking for an opportunity near Saint Louis […]
Whether you prefer bright, abstract works or intricate textiles, there’s plenty to take in this month at the city’s many museums and galleries. Here are a few must-see shows to catch this month Hugh Hayden: American Vernacular – Through May 12 Laumeier Sculpture Park’s spring exhibition is a 10-year survey of the work of American artist […]
A neighborhood pop-up toy store has outgrown its space—and, unlike when it’s that pair of shoes you just bought for your kiddo, that’s a good thing. The Little, the passion project of a group of moms, is moving into a larger permanent space at 8143 Big Bend in Webster Groves’ Old Orchard neighborhood. The grand opening […]
Lawrence Rothman often craves the peaceful days they spent in Missouri. “In our family, we had a small cabin in Lake of the Ozarks that we would go to three or four times a year actually,” Rothman says. “Whenever I think back to St. Louis, I always just see Lake of the Ozarks for some […]
Ask any doughnut aficionado in St. Louis to name their favorite shop, and chances are Donut Drive-In near the top of the list. For more than 70 years, the beloved Lindenwood Park shop has been dazzling diners with its apple fritters, doughnut holes, long johns, and that vintage neon sign, which serves as a beacon for […]
This spring, experience new tours and activities at Dogwood Canyon Nature Park to see the Ozark Mountains like never before. Dogwood Canyon is home to more than 10,000 acres of natural beauty and rugged scenery, including towering bluffs, waterfalls, creek beds, handcrafted bridges, and wildlife galore. It makes for the perfect getaway for nature lovers and conservationists […]
You and the fam can experience the delight of total destruction at one of these smash or splatter rooms within a two-hour drive from St. Louis. From throwing hammers to throwing brushes, these spots offer the perfect way to let off steam for your whole group—without the consequences. Smash Rage Room You can choose to […]
At the core of achieving personal wellness and physical fitness is the understanding that every aspect of our lifestyle contributes to our overall health. From the food we eat to the way we manage stress and move our bodies, each element plays a crucial role. Wellness coaching programs, like those offered by leading fitness and […]
Over the past decade, the St. Louis Community Foundation’s Give STL Day has raised more than $30 million for 1,000-plus local nonprofits. The day is geared toward celebrating and supporting the nonprofits that make our region a wonderful place to call home—and this year, it will be easier to give than ever before. “With Give […]