In this special episode of Savor the Ozarks, Joy Robertson dives into all things Thanksgiving with Jeffrey Bates of 417 Good Eat'N and Billy Dove, the 417 Foodist. They chat about must-have dishes (dressing or mac and cheese, anyone?), holiday cooking mishaps, and their takes on Thanksgiving classics. Get inspired by unique recipe twists, fun appetizer ideas, and even a debate on cranberry sauce! Plus, they share their favorite holiday cocktails, desserts, and creative ways to tackle leftovers. What are your Thanksgiving must-haves? Have any memorable recipes or holiday fails? Join the conversation by emailing Joy at joy@aroundtheozarks.com, and let’s savor the season together!

In this special episode of Savor the Ozarks, Joy Robertson dives into all things Thanksgiving with Jeffrey Bates of 417 Good Eat'N and Billy Dove, the 417 Foodist. They chat about must-have dishes (dressing or mac and cheese, anyone?), holiday cooking mishaps, and their takes on Thanksgiving classics. Get inspired by unique recipe twists, fun appetizer ideas, and even a debate on cranberry sauce! Plus, they share their favorite holiday cocktails, desserts, and creative ways to tackle leftovers. What are your Thanksgiving must-haves? Have any memorable recipes or holiday fails? Join the conversation by emailing Joy at joy@aroundtheozarks.com, and let’s savor the season together!

Savor The Ozarks, hosted by Joy Robertson, is a weekly podcast about the culinary scene around the Ozarks and beyond. Joy will share stories, talk with restaurant owners, and give special insight into beloved, local restaurants. Join Joy on her passionate journey to Savor The Ozarks!

Savor The Ozarks, hosted by Joy Robertson, is a weekly podcast about the culinary scene around the Ozarks and beyond. Joy will share stories, talk with restaurant owners, and give special insight into beloved, local restaurants. Join Joy on her passionate journey to Savor The Ozarks!

Savor The Ozarks

Savor The Ozarks, hosted by Joy Robertson, is a weekly podcast about the culinary scene around the Ozarks and beyond. Joy will share stories, talk with restaurant owners, and give special insight into beloved, local restaurants. Join Joy on her passionate journey to Savor The Ozarks!

Savor The Ozarks, hosted by Joy Robertson, is a weekly podcast about the culinary scene around the Ozarks and beyond. Joy will share stories, talk with restaurant owners, and give special insight into beloved, local restaurants. Join Joy on her passionate journey to Savor The Ozarks!

417 Foodist & 417 Good Eat'N: Thanksgiving!

In this episode of Savor the Ozarks, Joy Robertson chats with Ryan Dock and Eric Weiler, co-owners of Lindbergh’s Tavern on Commercial Street. They share the story of reviving this historic 1880s building, from its colorful past as a brothel to its transformation into a hotspot for ‘elevated bar food,’ craft cocktails, and live music. Hear about their scratch kitchen favorites like cashew chicken poutine and duck fat-fried burgers, the iconic 22-foot mahogany bar with ties to Wild Bill Hickok, and their popular Sunday brunch specials. History, food, and music collide in this must-listen episode!

In this episode of Savor the Ozarks, Joy Robertson chats with Ryan Dock and Eric Weiler, co-owners of Lindbergh&rsquo;s Tavern on Commercial Street. They share the story of reviving this historic 1880s building, from its colorful past as a brothel to its transformation into a hotspot for &lsquo;elevated bar food,&rsquo; craft cocktails, and live music. Hear about their scratch kitchen favorites like cashew chicken poutine and duck fat-fried burgers, the iconic 22-foot mahogany bar with ties to Wild Bill Hickok, and their popular Sunday brunch specials. History, food, and music collide in this must-listen episode!

Lindberg's Tavern

In this episode of Savor the Ozarks, Joy Robertson chats with Shawn Kraft, owner of Nonna's Italian Cafe in Springfield, to uncover the rich history and authentic flavors behind this local gem. Shawn shares his journey from flipping burgers at Wendy’s to owning one of the most beloved Italian spots in the Ozarks. With a deep passion for Italian cuisine and spending nearly half the year in Italy, Shawn offers a unique perspective on the differences between authentic Italian and American-Italian food. From the story of Nonna’s founding in 1995 to the secrets behind crowd-favorites like deep-fried lasagna and chicken fettuccine alfredo, this episode is packed with mouthwatering details. Plus, Shawn dishes on his culinary adventures in Naples, where he takes—and teaches—Italian cooking classes. Whether you’re a foodie, a fan of Nonna’s, or just love a great story, this episode is sure to satisfy!

In this episode of Savor the Ozarks, Joy Robertson chats with Shawn Kraft, owner of Nonna's Italian Cafe in Springfield, to uncover the rich history and authentic flavors behind this local gem. Shawn shares his journey from flipping burgers at Wendy&rsquo;s to owning one of the most beloved Italian spots in the Ozarks. With a deep passion for Italian cuisine and spending nearly half the year in Italy, Shawn offers a unique perspective on the differences between authentic Italian and American-Italian food. From the story of Nonna&rsquo;s founding in 1995 to the secrets behind crowd-favorites like deep-fried lasagna and chicken fettuccine alfredo, this episode is packed with mouthwatering details. Plus, Shawn dishes on his culinary adventures in Naples, where he takes&mdash;and teaches&mdash;Italian cooking classes. Whether you&rsquo;re a foodie, a fan of Nonna&rsquo;s, or just love a great story, this episode is sure to satisfy!

Nonna's Italian Cafe

In this episode of Savor the Ozarks, Joy Robertson sits down with Colleen Smith, owner of Tea Bar and Bites, and Eleanor Taylor, owner of Prairie Pie, for a heartfelt conversation about big changes at this beloved local spot. After 21 years of serving up cozy vibes, delicious food, and over 70 types of tea, Colleen is passing the torch to Eleanor—who used to work at Tea Bar as a teenager! Hear the inspiring story of how Colleen built the restaurant from 8 seats and a dream, and what this transition means for the community. Eleanor shares her plans to honor Tea Bar’s traditions while adding her own touches when she takes over on January 1st. Whether you’re a longtime fan or curious about this exciting new chapter, this episode is full of nostalgia, local love, and a peek into the future of a Springfield favorite!

In this episode of Savor the Ozarks, Joy Robertson sits down with Colleen Smith, owner of Tea Bar and Bites, and Eleanor Taylor, owner of Prairie Pie, for a heartfelt conversation about big changes at this beloved local spot. After 21 years of serving up cozy vibes, delicious food, and over 70 types of tea, Colleen is passing the torch to Eleanor—who used to work at Tea Bar as a teenager! Hear the inspiring story of how Colleen built the restaurant from 8 seats and a dream, and what this transition means for the community. Eleanor shares her plans to honor Tea Bar’s traditions while adding her own touches when she takes over on January 1st. Whether you’re a longtime fan or curious about this exciting new chapter, this episode is full of nostalgia, local love, and a peek into the future of a Springfield favorite!

417 Foodist & 417 Good Eat'N: Thanksgiving!

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