In this episode of Arch Eats, hosts George Mahe and Cheryl Baehr discuss getting out of town with charming "mini road trips" for great meals within a 45-minute drive of the metro area. From Oprah's favorite pecan pie and unique farm-to-table experiences to a James Beard-nominated restaurant and more, discover 10 spots for your next dining adventure—and enjoy a scenic drive along the way.

Note: 1929 Pizza & Wine is moving from Wood River to Edwardsville in October. 

This episode is sponsored by STAGES St. Louis and Urban Chestnut Brewing Company.

STAGES St. Louis is the region's foremost not-for-profit organization committed to preserving and advancing the art form of musical theater through excellence in performance and education. See Disney’s NEWSIES on stage at the Kirkwood Performing Arts Center from July 26–August 25. Get tickets and view more upcoming performances at stagesstlouis.org.

Have an idea for a future Arch Eats episode? Send your thoughts or feedback to podcasts@stlmag.com.

Hungry for more? Subscribe to our Dining newsletters for the freshest coverage on the local restaurant and culinary scene. And follow George (@georgemahe) and SLM on Instagram (@stlouismag).

Interested in being a podcast sponsor? Contact Lauren Leppert at lleppert@stlmag.com.

Mentioned in this episode:
Kim’s Bop Shop: 2360 Hampton (ghost kitchen inside The Hill Food Co.), The Hill, 361-548-7866
Lona’s Lil Eats: 2199 California, Fox Park, 314-925-8938
Black Mountain Wine House: 354 N. Boyle, Central West End, blkmtnwinehousestl@gmail.com
The Hawthorne Inn: 123 Front, Labadie, Mo., 636-451-0004
1929 Pizza & Wine: 7 N. Wood River, Wood River, Il., 618-216-2258
Moussalli’s Prime Steakhouse: 7415 IL-143, Edwardsville, Il., 618-656-0281
Grafted Wine Bar & Lounge: 310 E. Washington, Belleville, Il., magda@grafted.wine
June’s Breakfast + Patio: 430 S Main, Shiloh, Il., team@junesinshiloh.com
August The Mansion: 1680 Mansion, O’Fallon, Il., 618-607-8040
Root Food + Wine: 5525 Walnut, Augusta, Mo., 636-544-1009
Eagle’s Nest: 120 W. Front, Addieville, Il., 618-424-7777
State Street Market: 208 State, Alton, Il., 618-462-8800
The Blue Owl: 6116 Second, Kimmswick, Mo., 636-464-3128

You may also enjoy these SLM articles:
Root Food + Wine is a memorable dining destination in Augusta
Moussalli’s Prime serves the most exclusive beef in the St. Louis area
August the Mansion opens in O'Fallon, Illinois
Grafted Wine Bar & Lounge offers a premiere wine experience in a historic building in downtown Belleville

In this episode of Arch Eats, hosts <a href="https://www.stlmag.com/api/pv/Z7WqVzhZW7Nj79JK0copzze5IglC3lXTivYa7VwuyjYiGgoyT4YEXMMMNe6tkXzS/++/topics/george-mahe/">George Mahe</a> and <a href="https://www.stlmag.com/api/pv/Z7WqVzhZW7Nj79JK0copzze5IglC3lXTivYa7VwuyjYiGgoyT4YEXMMMNe6tkXzS/++/topics/cheryl-baehr/">Cheryl Baehr</a> discuss getting out of town with charming "mini road trips" for great meals within a 45-minute drive of the metro area. From Oprah's favorite pecan pie and unique farm-to-table experiences to a James Beard-nominated restaurant and more, discover 10 spots for your next dining adventure—and enjoy a scenic drive along the way.
Note: 1929 Pizza &amp; Wine is moving from Wood River to Edwardsville in October. 
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This episode is sponsored by <a href="https://stagesstlouis.org/newsies/" aria-label="Link opens in new window (STAGES St. Louis)">STAGES St. Louis</a> and <a href="https://www.urbanchestnut.com/" aria-label="Link opens in new window (Urban Chestnut Brewing Company)">Urban Chestnut Brewing Company</a>.
STAGES St. Louis is the region's foremost not-for-profit organization committed to preserving and advancing the art form of musical theater through excellence in performance and education. See Disney’s NEWSIES on stage at the Kirkwood Performing Arts Center from July 26–August 25. Get tickets and view more upcoming performances at <a href="http://stagesstlouis.org/" aria-label="Link opens in new window (stagesstlouis.org)">stagesstlouis.org</a>.
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Have an idea for a future Arch Eats episode? Send your thoughts or feedback to <a href="mailto:podcasts@stlmag.com" aria-label="Link opens in new window (podcasts@stlmag.com)">podcasts@stlmag.com</a>.
Hungry for more? Subscribe to our <a href="https://info.stlmag.com/newsletters" aria-label="Link opens in new window (Dining newsletters)">Dining newsletters</a> for the freshest coverage on the local restaurant and culinary scene. And follow George (<a href="https://www.instagram.com/georgemahe/" aria-label="Link opens in new window (@georgemahe)">@georgemahe</a>) and SLM on Instagram (<a href="https://www.instagram.com/stlouismag/" aria-label="Link opens in new window (@stlouismag)">@stlouismag</a>).
Interested in being a podcast sponsor? Contact Lauren Leppert at <a href="mailto:lleppert@stlmag.com" aria-label="Link opens in new window (lleppert@stlmag.com)">lleppert@stlmag.com</a>.
Mentioned in this episode:
<ul>
<li><a href="https://kimsbopshop.com/" aria-label="Link opens in new window (None)">Kim’s Bop Shop</a>: 2360 Hampton (ghost kitchen inside The Hill Food Co.), The Hill, 361-548-7866</li>
<li><a href="https://lonaslileats.com/" aria-label="Link opens in new window (None)">Lona’s Lil Eats</a>: 2199 California, Fox Park, 314-925-8938</li>
<li><a href="https://www.blkmtnstlwinehouse.com/" aria-label="Link opens in new window (None)">Black Mountain Wine House</a>: 354 N. Boyle, Central West End, blkmtnwinehousestl@gmail.com</li>
<li><a href="https://thehawthorneinn.net/" aria-label="Link opens in new window (None)">The Hawthorne Inn</a>: 123 Front, Labadie, Mo., 636-451-0004</li>
<li><a href="https://1929pizzaandwine.com/" aria-label="Link opens in new window (None)">1929 Pizza &amp; Wine</a>: 7 N. Wood River, Wood River, Il., 618-216-2258</li>
<li><a href="https://www.moussallisprime.com/" aria-label="Link opens in new window (None)">Moussalli’s Prime Steakhouse</a>: 7415 IL-143, Edwardsville, Il., 618-656-0281</li>
<li><a href="https://grafted.wine/" aria-label="Link opens in new window (None)">Grafted Wine Bar &amp; Lounge</a>: 310 E. Washington, Belleville, Il., magda@grafted.wine</li>
<li><a href="https://www.junesinshiloh.com/" aria-label="Link opens in new window (None)">June’s Breakfast + Patio</a>: 430 S Main, Shiloh, Il., team@junesinshiloh.com</li>
<li><a href="https://augustthemansion.com/" aria-label="Link opens in new window (None)">August The Mansion</a>: 1680 Mansion, O’Fallon, Il., 618-607-8040</li>
<li><a href="https://www.rootfoodwine.com/" aria-label="Link opens in new window (None)">Root Food + Wine</a>: 5525 Walnut, Augusta, Mo., 636-544-1009</li>
<li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/frederkingseaglesnest/" aria-label="Link opens in new window (None)">Eagle’s Nest</a>: 120 W. Front, Addieville, Il., 618-424-7777</li>
<li><a href="https://www.statestreetmarketofalton.com/" aria-label="Link opens in new window (None)">State Street Market</a>: 208 State, Alton, Il., 618-462-8800</li>
<li><a href="https://theblueowl.com/" aria-label="Link opens in new window (None)">The Blue Owl</a>: 6116 Second, Kimmswick, Mo., 636-464-3128</li>
</ul>
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<li><a href="https://www.stlmag.com/api/pv/Z7WqVzhZW7Nj79JK0copzze5IglC3lXTivYa7VwuyjYiGgoyT4YEXMMMNe6tkXzS/++/dining/restaurant-reviews/root-food-and-wine-augusta-missouri/">Root Food + Wine is a memorable dining destination in Augusta</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.stlmag.com/api/pv/Z7WqVzhZW7Nj79JK0copzze5IglC3lXTivYa7VwuyjYiGgoyT4YEXMMMNe6tkXzS/++/dining/moussallis-prime-serves-the-most-exclusive-beef-in-the-st-louis-area/">Moussalli’s Prime serves the most exclusive beef in the St. Louis area</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.stlmag.com/api/pv/Z7WqVzhZW7Nj79JK0copzze5IglC3lXTivYa7VwuyjYiGgoyT4YEXMMMNe6tkXzS/++/dining/august-the-mansion-now-open-in-o-fallon-il/">August the Mansion opens in O'Fallon, Illinois</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.stlmag.com/api/pv/Z7WqVzhZW7Nj79JK0copzze5IglC3lXTivYa7VwuyjYiGgoyT4YEXMMMNe6tkXzS/++/dining/grafted-wine-bar-lounge-serving-up-a-premiere-wine-experienc/">Grafted Wine Bar &amp; Lounge offers a premiere wine experience in a historic building in downtown Belleville</a></li>
</ul>

Get the inside dish on the St. Louis dining scene. Join St. Louis Magazine dining editor George Mahe and dining critic Cheryl Baehr to learn about the latest and greatest restaurants, including what’s going on behind the scenes, the backstories, insider tips, and more. Discover the things you didn’t even know you should know about the local restaurant scene.

Get the inside dish on the St. Louis dining scene. Join St. Louis Magazine dining editor George Mahe and dining critic Cheryl Baehr to learn about the latest and greatest restaurants, including what’s going on behind the scenes, the backstories, insider tips, and more. Discover the things you didn’t even know you should know about the local restaurant scene.

Arch Eats

Dining Destinations a Short Drive Away

"Retired from Sugaree, but not retired from baking," declares George.  Just in time for the holiday season, pie expert Pat Rutherford-Pettine, former owner of Sugaree Baking Company, joins the podcast to share her secrets to baking the perfect pie. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned pro, Pat has tips for everyone. Here's what you'll learn:
The secret to great pie dough
Why quality ingredients matter—and where to find them in St. Louis
The best pie pans: which material works best?
Mastering pie fillings: the keys to perfect fruit pies and what to avoid with pumpkin pie and pecan pie
The best pie for novice bakers to start with

And if baking still feels too daunting, hosts George Mahe and Cheryl Baehr share their picks for the best pies around town. Tune in and get ready to "wow" your friends and family this holiday season! Listen and follow Arch Eats on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever podcasts are available.

This episode is sponsored by The Train Shed. The pop-up cocktail experience Sleigh Shed returns this holiday season through December 31 as Train Shed at Union Station transforms into a glittering holiday destination! Reserve your seat at trainshed-stl.com. 

Have an idea for a future Arch Eats episode? Send your thoughts or feedback to podcasts@stlmag.com.

Hungry for more? Subscribe to our Dining newsletters for the freshest coverage on the local restaurant and culinary scene. And follow George (@georgemahe) and SLM on Instagram (@stlouismag).

Interested in being a podcast sponsor? Contact Lauren Leppert at lleppert@stlmag.com.

Mentioned in this episode:
Frank & Helen’s Pizzeria: 8111 Olive, University City, 314-997-0666.
Brasas: 6138 Delmar, Delmar Loop, 314-256-1937.
Sugaree Baking Co.: 1242 Tamm, Clayton-Tamm, 314-645-5496.
Pint Size Bakery: 3133 Watson, Lindenwood Park, 314-645-7142.
The Blue Owl: 6116 Second, Kimmswick, 636-464-3128.
Helfer’s Pastries: 380 Saint Ferdinand, Florissant, 314-837-6050.
Federhofer’s: 9005 Gravois, Affton, 314-832-5116.
Edera: 48 Maryland, Central West End, 314-361-7227.
La Bonne Bouchée: 12344 Olive, Creve Coeur, 314-576-6606.
Sugarfire Pie: 9200 Olive, Olivette, 314-736-6300.
Mauki’s Bakery & Country Store: 1730 South 8th, Soulard, 314-202-8106.
Pie on the Fly: 614 N Main, O'Fallon, MO, 636-294-3300.
The Parkmoor: 220 W Lockwood, Webster Groves, 314-938-5554.
Smokehouse Market: 16806 Chesterfield Airport, Chesterfield, 636-532-3314.
Cravings: 8149 Big Bend, Webster Groves, 314-961-3534.

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Where to order Thanksgiving dinner in St. Louis
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More episode of Arch Eats

"Retired from Sugaree, but not retired from baking," declares George.  Just in time for the holiday season, pie expert Pat Rutherford-Pettine, former owner of <a href="https://sugareebaking.com/" aria-label="Link opens in new window (Sugaree Baking Company)">Sugaree Baking Company</a>, joins the podcast to share her secrets to baking the perfect pie. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned pro, Pat has tips for everyone. Here's what you'll learn:
<ul>
<li>The secret to great pie dough</li>
<li>Why quality ingredients matter—and where to find them in St. Louis</li>
<li>The best pie pans: which material works best?</li>
<li>Mastering pie fillings: the keys to perfect fruit pies and what to avoid with pumpkin pie and pecan pie</li>
<li>The best pie for novice bakers to start with</li>
</ul>
And if baking still feels too daunting, hosts <a href="https://www.stlmag.com/api/pv/kwMbWCPyVye9VrQDEt7bxp114BF1aD5pBwHEPkGU9RIpRknP0t5g4sbrGtELmlaX/++/topics/george-mahe/">George Mahe</a> and <a href="https://www.stlmag.com/api/pv/kwMbWCPyVye9VrQDEt7bxp114BF1aD5pBwHEPkGU9RIpRknP0t5g4sbrGtELmlaX/++/topics/cheryl-baehr/">Cheryl Baehr</a> share their picks for the best pies around town. Tune in and get ready to "wow" your friends and family this holiday season! Listen and follow Arch Eats on <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/arch-eats/id1714524378" aria-label="Link opens in new window (Apple Podcasts)">Apple Podcasts</a>, <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/0BfUm30GQXcfuYAWqwrsYs?si=432aaa0abc5646a4" aria-label="Link opens in new window (Spotify)">Spotify</a>, <a href="https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwYnyrcREHGkvOXGJHENgtHtcRMnGPVFW" aria-label="Link opens in new window (YouTube)">YouTube</a>, or wherever podcasts are available.
This episode is sponsored by <a href="https://www.trainshed-stl.com/" aria-label="Link opens in new window (The Train Shed)">The Train Shed</a>. The pop-up cocktail experience Sleigh Shed returns this holiday season through December 31 as Train Shed at Union Station transforms into a glittering holiday destination! Reserve your seat at <a href="https://www.trainshed-stl.com/" aria-label="Link opens in new window (trainshed-stl.com)">trainshed-stl.com</a>. 
Have an idea for a future Arch Eats episode? Send your thoughts or feedback to <a href="mailto:podcasts@stlmag.com" aria-label="Link opens in new window (podcasts@stlmag.com)">podcasts@stlmag.com</a>.
Hungry for more? Subscribe to our <a href="https://info.stlmag.com/newsletters" aria-label="Link opens in new window (Dining newsletters)">Dining newsletters</a> for the freshest coverage on the local restaurant and culinary scene. And follow George (<a href="https://www.instagram.com/georgemahe/" aria-label="Link opens in new window (@georgemahe)">@georgemahe</a>) and SLM on Instagram (<a href="https://www.instagram.com/stlouismag/" aria-label="Link opens in new window (@stlouismag)">@stlouismag</a>).
Interested in being a podcast sponsor? Contact Lauren Leppert at <a href="mailto:lleppert@stlmag.com" aria-label="Link opens in new window (lleppert@stlmag.com)">lleppert@stlmag.com</a>.
Mentioned in this episode:
<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.frankandhelens.com/" aria-label="Link opens in new window (Frank &amp; Helen’s Pizzeria)">Frank &amp; Helen’s Pizzeria</a>: 8111 Olive, University City, 314-997-0666.</li>
<li><a href="https://www.brasas-stl.com/" aria-label="Link opens in new window (Brasas)">Brasas</a>: 6138 Delmar, Delmar Loop, 314-256-1937.</li>
<li><a href="https://sugareebaking.com/" aria-label="Link opens in new window (Sugaree Baking Co.)">Sugaree Baking Co.</a>: 1242 Tamm, Clayton-Tamm, 314-645-5496.</li>
<li><a href="https://www.pintsizebakery.com/" aria-label="Link opens in new window (Pint Size Bakery)">Pint Size Bakery</a>: 3133 Watson, Lindenwood Park, 314-645-7142.</li>
<li><a href="https://theblueowl.com/" aria-label="Link opens in new window (The Blue Owl)">The Blue Owl</a>: 6116 Second, Kimmswick, 636-464-3128.</li>
<li><a href="https://helferspastries.com/" aria-label="Link opens in new window (Helfer’s Pastries)">Helfer’s Pastries</a>: 380 Saint Ferdinand, Florissant, 314-837-6050.</li>
<li><a href="http://federhofersbakery.com/" aria-label="Link opens in new window (Federhofer’s)">Federhofer’s</a>: 9005 Gravois, Affton, 314-832-5116.</li>
<li><a href="https://www.ederastl.com/" aria-label="Link opens in new window (Edera)">Edera</a>: 48 Maryland, Central West End, 314-361-7227.</li>
<li><a href="https://labonnebouchee.com/" aria-label="Link opens in new window (La Bonne Bouchée)">La Bonne Bouchée</a>: 12344 Olive, Creve Coeur, 314-576-6606.</li>
<li><a href="https://sugarfirepie.com/" aria-label="Link opens in new window (Sugarfire Pie)">Sugarfire Pie</a>: 9200 Olive, Olivette, 314-736-6300.</li>
<li><a href="https://www.maukisbakery.com/" aria-label="Link opens in new window (Mauki’s Bakery &amp; Country Store)">Mauki’s Bakery &amp; Country Store</a>: 1730 South 8th, Soulard, 314-202-8106.</li>
<li><a href="https://pieonthefly.garstangs.net/" aria-label="Link opens in new window (Pie on the Fly)">Pie on the Fly</a>: 614 N Main, O'Fallon, MO, 636-294-3300.</li>
<li><a href="https://www.theparkmoor.com/" aria-label="Link opens in new window (The Parkmoor)">The Parkmoor</a>: 220 W Lockwood, Webster Groves, 314-938-5554.</li>
<li><a href="https://www.smokehousemarket.com/" aria-label="Link opens in new window (Smokehouse Market)">Smokehouse Market</a>: 16806 Chesterfield Airport, Chesterfield, 636-532-3314.</li>
<li><a href="https://cravingsgourmet.com/" aria-label="Link opens in new window (Cravings)">Cravings</a>: 8149 Big Bend, Webster Groves, 314-961-3534.</li>
</ul>
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<li><a href="https://www.stlmag.com/api/pv/kwMbWCPyVye9VrQDEt7bxp114BF1aD5pBwHEPkGU9RIpRknP0t5g4sbrGtELmlaX/++/podcasts/arch-eats/episode-2/">Arch Eats Podcast: Turkey Tips &amp; Thanksgiving Wine Pairings</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.stlmag.com/api/pv/kwMbWCPyVye9VrQDEt7bxp114BF1aD5pBwHEPkGU9RIpRknP0t5g4sbrGtELmlaX/++/podcasts/arch-eats">More episode of Arch Eats</a></li>
</ul>

Best Pies in St. Louis with Pat Rutherford-Pettine

"I wish we were broadcasting from [these patios] right now," says George. In this episode, hosts George Mahe and Cheryl Baehr dive into St. Louis' best fall-friendly patios, offering cozy, comforting spaces to enjoy as temperatures drop. Plus, George and Cheryl discuss how restaurant owners can enhance their outdoor areas to extend their use into the colder months. Tune in for tips on where to dine al fresco before the St. Louis winter sets in! Listen and follow Arch Eats on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever podcasts are available.

This episode is sponsored by Drunken Fish. Drunken Fish just launched over 40 delicious new menu items! Visit their locations in Central West End, Westport Plaza, and Edwardsville today and try out the new menu for yourself! Use code ARCHEATS for 10% off new items when you order online. Dining in? Just mention "Arch Eats" to your server. Valid until November 30. 

Have an idea for a future Arch Eats episode? Send your thoughts or feedback to podcasts@stlmag.com.

Hungry for more? Subscribe to our Dining newsletters for the freshest coverage on the local restaurant and culinary scene. And follow George (@georgemahe) and SLM on Instagram (@stlouismag).

Interested in being a podcast sponsor? Contact Lauren Leppert at lleppert@stlmag.com.

Mentioned in this episode:
No Ordinary Rabbit: 1621 Tower Grove, Botanical Heights, 314-696-2010.
Taj Palace: 92 THF, Chesterfield, 636-728-1000.
Esca: 5095 Delmar, Sherman Park, 314-365-2686. 
Taco Buddha: 7405 Pershing, University City; 11111 Manchester Rd, Kirkwood; 314-502-9951.
Boathouse: 6101 Government, Forest Park, 314-366-1555.
The Crow’s Nest: 7336 Manchester, Maplewood, 314-781-0989.
Pizza Champ: 2657 Lyle Avenue, Maplewood.
Bishop’s Post: 16125 Chesterfield Parkway West, Chesterfield, 636-536-9404.
Big Chief Roadhouse: 17352 Manchester, Wildwood, 636-458-3200.
Farotto’s Pasta & Pizzeria: 9525 Manchester, Rock Hill, 314-962-0048.
Shay’s Creole Smokehouse: 912 South Main, St. Charles, 314-852-2803.
Sasha’s Wine Bar: 706 De Mun, Clayton, ​314-863-7274.
Katie’s Pizza & Pasta Osteria: Multiple locations.
801 Local: 2021 S Lindbergh, Frontenac, 314-860-4400.
Bowood by Niche: 4605 Olive, Central West End, 314-454-6868.
June’s Breakfast & Patio: 430 S Main, Shiloh, Illinois.

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More episode of Arch Eats

"I wish we were broadcasting from [these patios] right now," says George. In this episode, hosts <a href="https://www.stlmag.com/api/pv/w2rw813K0MUJ6RhOLSp67nYETyECXo0YhdYZRj1RgIxXuDm1wmFjCqkhguL8nTrQ/++/topics/george-mahe/">George Mahe</a> and <a href="https://www.stlmag.com/api/pv/w2rw813K0MUJ6RhOLSp67nYETyECXo0YhdYZRj1RgIxXuDm1wmFjCqkhguL8nTrQ/++/topics/cheryl-baehr/">Cheryl Baehr</a> dive into St. Louis' best fall-friendly patios, offering cozy, comforting spaces to enjoy as temperatures drop. Plus, George and Cheryl discuss how restaurant owners can enhance their outdoor areas to extend their use into the colder months. Tune in for tips on where to dine al fresco before the St. Louis winter sets in! Listen and follow Arch Eats on <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/arch-eats/id1714524378" aria-label="Link opens in new window (Apple Podcasts)">Apple Podcasts</a>, <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/0BfUm30GQXcfuYAWqwrsYs?si=432aaa0abc5646a4" aria-label="Link opens in new window (Spotify)">Spotify</a>, <a href="https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwYnyrcREHGkvOXGJHENgtHtcRMnGPVFW" aria-label="Link opens in new window (YouTube)">YouTube</a>, or wherever podcasts are available.
This episode is sponsored by <a href="https://www.drunkenfish.com/" aria-label="Link opens in new window (Drunken Fish)">Drunken Fish</a>. Drunken Fish just launched over 40 delicious new menu items! Visit their locations in Central West End, Westport Plaza, and Edwardsville today and try out the new menu for yourself! Use code ARCHEATS for 10% off new items when you order <a href="https://www.drunkenfish.com/" aria-label="Link opens in new window (online)">online</a>. Dining in? Just mention "Arch Eats" to your server. Valid until November 30. 
Have an idea for a future Arch Eats episode? Send your thoughts or feedback to <a href="mailto:podcasts@stlmag.com" aria-label="Link opens in new window (podcasts@stlmag.com)">podcasts@stlmag.com</a>.
Hungry for more? Subscribe to our <a href="https://info.stlmag.com/newsletters" aria-label="Link opens in new window (Dining newsletters)">Dining newsletters</a> for the freshest coverage on the local restaurant and culinary scene. And follow George (<a href="https://www.instagram.com/georgemahe/" aria-label="Link opens in new window (@georgemahe)">@georgemahe</a>) and SLM on Instagram (<a href="https://www.instagram.com/stlouismag/" aria-label="Link opens in new window (@stlouismag)">@stlouismag</a>).
Interested in being a podcast sponsor? Contact Lauren Leppert at <a href="mailto:lleppert@stlmag.com" aria-label="Link opens in new window (lleppert@stlmag.com)">lleppert@stlmag.com</a>.
Mentioned in this episode:
<ul>
<li><a href="https://noordinaryrabbitstl.com/" aria-label="Link opens in new window (No Ordinary Rabbit)">No Ordinary Rabbit</a>: 1621 Tower Grove, Botanical Heights, 314-696-2010.</li>
<li><a href="https://tajpalacestl.com/" aria-label="Link opens in new window (Taj Palace)">Taj Palace</a>: 92 THF, Chesterfield, 636-728-1000.</li>
<li><a href="https://bengelina.com/esca" aria-label="Link opens in new window (Esca)">Esca</a>: 5095 Delmar, Sherman Park, 314-365-2686. </li>
<li><a href="https://tacobuddha.com/" aria-label="Link opens in new window (Taco Buddha)">Taco Buddha</a>: 7405 Pershing, University City; 11111 Manchester Rd, Kirkwood; 314-502-9951.</li>
<li><a href="https://boathousestl.com/" aria-label="Link opens in new window (Boathouse)">Boathouse</a>: 6101 Government, Forest Park, 314-366-1555.</li>
<li><a href="https://www.crowsneststl.com/" aria-label="Link opens in new window (The Crow’s Nest)">The Crow’s Nest</a>: 7336 Manchester, Maplewood, 314-781-0989.</li>
<li><a href="https://www.pizzachampstl.com/" aria-label="Link opens in new window (Pizza Champ)">Pizza Champ</a>: 2657 Lyle Avenue, Maplewood.</li>
<li><a href="https://www.bishopspost.com/#new-page-2" aria-label="Link opens in new window (Bishop’s Post)">Bishop’s Post</a>: 16125 Chesterfield Parkway West, Chesterfield, 636-536-9404.</li>
<li><a href="https://www.bigchiefstl.com/" aria-label="Link opens in new window (Big Chief Roadhouse)">Big Chief Roadhouse</a>: 17352 Manchester, Wildwood, 636-458-3200.</li>
<li><a href="https://www.farottos.com/" aria-label="Link opens in new window (Farotto’s Pasta &amp; Pizzeria)">Farotto’s Pasta &amp; Pizzeria</a>: 9525 Manchester, Rock Hill, 314-962-0048.</li>
<li><a href="https://shayscreolesmokehouse.godaddysites.com/" aria-label="Link opens in new window (Shay’s Creole Smokehouse)">Shay’s Creole Smokehouse</a>: 912 South Main, St. Charles, 314-852-2803.</li>
<li><a href="https://www.sashaswinebar.com/" aria-label="Link opens in new window (Sasha’s Wine Bar)">Sasha’s Wine Bar</a>: 706 De Mun, Clayton, ​314-863-7274.</li>
<li><a href="https://katiespizzaandpasta.com/" aria-label="Link opens in new window (Katie’s Pizza &amp; Pasta Osteria)">Katie’s Pizza &amp; Pasta Osteria</a>: Multiple locations.</li>
<li><a href="https://801local.com/" aria-label="Link opens in new window (801 Local)">801 Local</a>: 2021 S Lindbergh, Frontenac, 314-860-4400.</li>
<li><a href="https://www.bowoodbyniche.com/" aria-label="Link opens in new window (Bowood by Niche)">Bowood by Niche</a>: 4605 Olive, Central West End, 314-454-6868.</li>
<li><a href="https://www.junesinshiloh.com/" aria-label="Link opens in new window (June’s Breakfast &amp; Patio)">June’s Breakfast &amp; Patio</a>: 430 S Main, Shiloh, Illinois.</li>
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"This might be the most unusual episode yet," exclaims George. Inspired by a recent deep dive on George's "Ask George" column, "How often do you find yourself mispronouncing the name of a restaurant?" the Arch Eats hosts discuss the most misprouncouend restaurant names in St. Louis. From Italian restaurants to the newcomers, learn the correct ways to pronounce these restaurants:
Bacaro 
Edera
Vicia
Dou Dou Cafe
Trattoria Marcella
and more!

Plus, hear about George and Cheryl's favorite foods from the often-mispronounced restaurants—and even learn how to correctly pronounce dishes. Tune in for the ultimate St. Louis dining language lessson! Listen and follow Arch Eats on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever podcasts are available.

This episode is sponsored by Green Dining Alliance, an initiative of earthday365. The Green Dining Alliance is proud to present the 2024 St. Louis Food Waste Challenge happening throughout October. Learn more at greendiningalliance.org.

Have an idea for a future Arch Eats episode? Send your thoughts or feedback to podcasts@stlmag.com.

Hungry for more? Subscribe to our Dining newsletters for the freshest coverage on the local restaurant and culinary scene. And follow George (@georgemahe) and SLM on Instagram (@stlouismag).

Interested in being a podcast sponsor? Contact Lauren Leppert at lleppert@stlmag.com.

Mentioned in this episode:
Sum Tea House: 8501 Olive, University City, 314-222-1540.
LoRusso’s Cucina – RIP: 3121 Watson, Lindenwood Park, 314-647-6222.
Bacaro: 5105 Westwood, St. Peters, 636-244-0874.
Acero: 7266 Manchester, Maplewood, 314-644-1790.
Edera: 48 Maryland, Central West End, 314-361-7227.
Vicia: 4260 Forest Park, Central West End, 314-553-9239.
Peno: 7600 Wydown, Clayton, 314-899-9699.
Dou Dou Café: 6318 Clayton, Richmond Heights, 314-952-2255.
Pan d’Olive: 1603 McCausland, Franz Park, 314-647-8000. 
Cyrano’s Café: 603 East Lockwood, Webster Groves, 314-963-3232.
Trattoria Marcella: 3600 Watson, Lindenwood Park, 314-352-7706.
Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse: Multiple Locations.
Piccadilly at Manhattan: 7201 Piccadilly, Ellendale, 314-646-0016.
Hot Pizza, Cold Beer: 610 Washington, Downtown, 314-696-2033.
Have A Cow Cattle Company: 2742 Lafayette, The Gate, 314-261-0305.
GOTham & Eggs – RIP: 3139 South Grand, South Grand, 314-833-8355.
Poke Doke: Multiple Locations
Nachomama’s: 9643 Manchester, Rock Hill, 314-961-9110.
Nudo House: Multiple Locations.
Woofie’s: 1919 Woodson, Overland, 314-426-6291.
Yummi Tummi: 3001 S Big Bend, Maplewood, 314-833-3277.

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More episode of Arch Eats

"This might be the most unusual episode yet," exclaims George. Inspired by a <a href="https://www.stlmag.com/api/pv/B5YmpNBZUuBNLpk2nIxOYmTwl7i2Lt8grU52LaptdSEjFsULIx5quQdl6TQlpiP1/++/dining/ask-george-how-often-do-you-find-yourself-mispronouncing-the-names-of-restaurants/">recent deep dive</a> on George's "Ask George" column, "How often do you find yourself mispronouncing the name of a restaurant?" the Arch Eats hosts discuss the most misprouncouend restaurant names in St. Louis. From Italian restaurants to the newcomers, learn the correct ways to pronounce these restaurants:
<ul>
<li>Bacaro </li>
<li>Edera</li>
<li>Vicia</li>
<li>Dou Dou Cafe</li>
<li>Trattoria Marcella</li>
<li>and more!</li>
</ul>
Plus, hear about George and Cheryl's favorite foods from the often-mispronounced restaurants—and even learn how to correctly pronounce dishes. Tune in for the ultimate St. Louis dining language lessson! Listen and follow Arch Eats on <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/arch-eats/id1714524378" aria-label="Link opens in new window (Apple Podcasts)">Apple Podcasts</a>, <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/0BfUm30GQXcfuYAWqwrsYs?si=432aaa0abc5646a4" aria-label="Link opens in new window (Spotify)">Spotify</a>, <a href="https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwYnyrcREHGkvOXGJHENgtHtcRMnGPVFW" aria-label="Link opens in new window (YouTube)">YouTube</a>, or wherever podcasts are available.
This episode is sponsored by <a href="https://greendiningalliance.org/" aria-label="Link opens in new window (Green Dining Alliance)">Green Dining Alliance</a>, an initiative of earthday365. The Green Dining Alliance is proud to present the 2024 St. Louis Food Waste Challenge happening throughout October. Learn more at <a href="https://greendiningalliance.org/" aria-label="Link opens in new window (greendiningalliance.org)">greendiningalliance.org</a>.
Have an idea for a future Arch Eats episode? Send your thoughts or feedback to <a href="mailto:podcasts@stlmag.com" aria-label="Link opens in new window (podcasts@stlmag.com)">podcasts@stlmag.com</a>.
Hungry for more? Subscribe to our <a href="https://info.stlmag.com/newsletters" aria-label="Link opens in new window (Dining newsletters)">Dining newsletters</a> for the freshest coverage on the local restaurant and culinary scene. And follow George (<a href="https://www.instagram.com/georgemahe/" aria-label="Link opens in new window (@georgemahe)">@georgemahe</a>) and SLM on Instagram (<a href="https://www.instagram.com/stlouismag/" aria-label="Link opens in new window (@stlouismag)">@stlouismag</a>).
Interested in being a podcast sponsor? Contact Lauren Leppert at <a href="mailto:lleppert@stlmag.com" aria-label="Link opens in new window (lleppert@stlmag.com)">lleppert@stlmag.com</a>.
Mentioned in this episode:
<ul>
<li><a href="https://sumteahouse.com/" aria-label="Link opens in new window (Sum Tea House)">Sum Tea House</a>: 8501 Olive, University City, 314-222-1540.</li>
<li><a href="https://www.lorussos.com/" aria-label="Link opens in new window (LoRusso’s Cucina)">LoRusso’s Cucina</a> – RIP: 3121 Watson, Lindenwood Park, 314-647-6222.</li>
<li><a href="https://www.bacarostl.com/" aria-label="Link opens in new window (Bacaro)">Bacaro</a>: 5105 Westwood, St. Peters, 636-244-0874.</li>
<li><a href="https://acero-stl.com/" aria-label="Link opens in new window (Acero)">Acero</a>: 7266 Manchester, Maplewood, 314-644-1790.</li>
<li><a href="https://www.ederastl.com/" aria-label="Link opens in new window (Edera)">Edera</a>: 48 Maryland, Central West End, 314-361-7227.</li>
<li><a href="https://www.viciarestaurant.com/" aria-label="Link opens in new window (Vicia)">Vicia</a>: 4260 Forest Park, Central West End, 314-553-9239.</li>
<li><a href="https://www.penosoulfoodstl.com/" aria-label="Link opens in new window (Peno)">Peno</a>: 7600 Wydown, Clayton, 314-899-9699.</li>
<li><a href="https://www.doudoucafestl.com/" aria-label="Link opens in new window (Dou Dou Café)">Dou Dou Café</a>: 6318 Clayton, Richmond Heights, 314-952-2255.</li>
<li><a href="https://www.pandolivestl.com/" aria-label="Link opens in new window (Pan d’Olive)">Pan d’Olive</a>: 1603 McCausland, Franz Park, 314-647-8000. </li>
<li><a href="https://cyranos.com/" aria-label="Link opens in new window (Cyrano’s Café)">Cyrano’s Café</a>: 603 East Lockwood, Webster Groves, 314-963-3232.</li>
<li><a href="https://trattoriamarcella.com/" aria-label="Link opens in new window (Trattoria Marcella)">Trattoria Marcella</a>: 3600 Watson, Lindenwood Park, 314-352-7706.</li>
<li><a href="https://www.ruthschris.com/home" aria-label="Link opens in new window (Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse)">Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse</a>: Multiple Locations.</li>
<li><a href="https://thepiccadilly.com/" aria-label="Link opens in new window (Piccadilly at Manhattan)">Piccadilly at Manhattan</a>: 7201 Piccadilly, Ellendale, 314-646-0016.</li>
<li><a href="https://hotpizzacoldbeerstl.com/" aria-label="Link opens in new window (Hot Pizza, Cold Beer)">Hot Pizza, Cold Beer</a>: 610 Washington, Downtown, 314-696-2033.</li>
<li><a href="https://www.haveacow.farm/" aria-label="Link opens in new window (Have A Cow Cattle Company)">Have A Cow Cattle Company</a>: 2742 Lafayette, The Gate, 314-261-0305.</li>
<li><a href="https://www.gothamandeggs.com/" aria-label="Link opens in new window (GOTham &amp; Eggs)">GOTham &amp; Eggs</a> – RIP: 3139 South Grand, South Grand, 314-833-8355.</li>
<li><a href="https://pokedoke.com/" aria-label="Link opens in new window (Poke Doke)">Poke Doke</a>: Multiple Locations</li>
<li><a href="https://www.nachomamas-stl.com/" aria-label="Link opens in new window (Nachomama’s)">Nachomama’s</a>: 9643 Manchester, Rock Hill, 314-961-9110.</li>
<li><a href="https://www.nudohousestl.com/menu" aria-label="Link opens in new window (Nudo House)">Nudo House</a>: Multiple Locations.</li>
<li><a href="https://www.viennabeef.com/woofies" aria-label="Link opens in new window (Woofie’s)">Woofie’s</a>: 1919 Woodson, Overland, 314-426-6291.</li>
<li><a href="https://www.yummitummimo.com/" aria-label="Link opens in new window (Yummi Tummi)">Yummi Tummi</a>: 3001 S Big Bend, Maplewood, 314-833-3277.</li>
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