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Mabel Suen

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    April 23, 2012

    Tavolo V Serves Up Delicate, Vibrant Italian Dishes in the Delmar Loop

    On March 31, restaurateur Michael Del Pietro opened the doors to Tavolo V (6118 Delmar Boulevard; 314-721-4333), which joins the list of his growing tree of Italian eateries including Pazzo's Pizzeria (140 South Kirkwood Road, Kirkwood; 314-821-6500), Babbo's Spaghetteria (17402 Chesterfield Airport ... More >>

  • Blogs

    April 9, 2012

    First Look: The Island Serves Up Tropically Themed Treats In Soulard

    Fun fact: Soulard often gets referred to by its residents as "The Island." Why? On a plat map, or a map drawn to scale showing the divisions of a piece of land, Soulard sets itself apart from the city. Staying true to his "Islander" roots, owner Jason Stump plays on the theme of his neighborhood wit ... More >>

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    March 26, 2012

    Music from Final Fantasy at Powell Hall, 3/23-3/24/12: Review, Photos and Setlist

    Distant Worlds: Music from Final Fantasy Powell Hall March 23 and March 24, 2012 The most interesting aspect of a Final Fantasy concert could be the audience. The orchestra was often met with thunderous applause and screaming between pieces or at the start of familiar and popular songs -- more like ... More >>

  • Blogs

    March 15, 2012

    First Look: Nico

    A brand-new restaurant has joined the Delmar Loop's league of lunch and dinner destinations just in time for this year's early spring, readily equipped with an outdoor patio, plenty of elegant indoor seating and a fully stocked bar. Nico (6525 Delmar Boulevard, University City; 314-727-0200), the yo ... More >>

  • Blogs

    February 16, 2012

    N. Nomurai and Demonlover at Smash Bar, 2/15/12: Recap and Photos

    ​N. Nomurai | Demonlover Smash Bar February 15, 2012 N. Nomurai was assembled close to the entry way, with Eric Hall seated atop a small drum riser and his cohorts planted in a triangle. Jim Winkeler (of the Conformists) shook the walls of Washington Avenue's Smash Bar with his thousand-pound bas ... More >>

  • Blogs

    February 16, 2012

    First Look: Parker's Table Reopens at Oakland and Yale

    Mabel SuenThe Parker's Table storefront with vintage refurbished mail truck turned food cart.​Jonathan Parker grew up in markets. As an adolescent, his family owned a small bell foundry and sold utilitarian bronze bells in arts and crafts fairs. Many years later, when he first arrived in St. L ... More >>

  • Blogs

    February 13, 2012

    Bloody Knives at El Lenador, 2/10/12: Recap and Photos

    Mabel SuenBloody Knives sound-artist Jim Moon (left) and bass player Preston Maddox (right) swing their hair and spit gnarly Texan noise rock. ​Bloody Knives | Bug Chaser | Tone Rodent | Trauma Harness El Lenador February 10, 2012 El Lenador has become a ganglion in South St. Louis for raw pe ... More >>

  • Blogs

    February 9, 2012

    First Look: Root Features Old-School American Cuisine

    Mabel SuenCreamed lobster with brandy and fried bread.​Envision a warm, open hearth with a pot of stew or suckling pig roasting. This was the image that chef Brian Hardesty imagined while dreaming up his concept for Root (1135 South Big Bend Boulevard, Richmond Heights; 314-781-2345), the spac ... More >>

  • Blogs

    February 2, 2012

    First Look: MEDIAnoche

    MEDIAnoche (8135 Maryland Avenue, Clayton; 314-725-0719), a new evening hot spot from Mike Randolph of the Good Pie and Half & Half, made Gut Check's list of the five most anticipated new St. Louis restaurants of 2012. We stopped by recently to meet with Randolph and general manager Mike Marquard an ... More >>

  • Blogs

    January 26, 2012

    First Look: Fox Park Grille

    Fox Park Grille (2855 Shenandoah Avenue; 314-875-9590) opened three weeks ago at the south-city corner that once housed long-running neighborhood joint Tanner B's and, after that, Bodegas Bar & Grill. Gut Check recently stopped by the new establishment for lunch and learned about the stuffed burgers ... More >>

  • Blogs

    January 25, 2012

    8 Bits of Vital Advice to Musicians From the Staff Of Illegal Tone Recordings

    Mabel SuenErik Wolfe started ITR in 2007 with the aid of a volunteer staff. ​Illegal Tone Recordings helped foster an age of Do-It-Yourself artists in the city of Belleville, Illinois. Its reach extended across the river, often providing a stage to many St. Louis based performers. On January 31 IT ... More >>

  • Blogs

    January 24, 2012

    Soup Countdown #5: Wonton Noodle Soup at Wei Hong Bakery & Restaurant

    January is National Soup Month, which makes sense, considering the first month of the year is typically marked with below-freezing temperatures, snow and slush. What's better than a delicious, hot bowl of soup on a chilly day? A delicious, hot bowl of soup that you don't have to make -- that's what. ... More >>

  • Blogs

    January 20, 2012

    Savory and Sweet Treats at Desserts on the Boulevard

    The new year brought a new place of indulgence to Midtown. Desserts on the Boulevard (3949 Lindell Boulevard; 314-533-3377), an upscale bistro, bakery and wine bar owned by Deverick and Catina Miller, opened its doors to the public officially on January 3 with a full-service savory menu and fully-st ... More >>

  • Blogs

    January 12, 2012

    Mike Warhover of Baileys' Range: Smoked Onion Rings and Chipotle Catsup

    This is part three of Mabel Suen's Chef's Choice profile of Mike Warhover of Baileys' Range. Part one can be found here. Part two, a Q&A with Warhover, is published here. Chef Mike Warhover's approach to "simple food done right" takes classic American fare like burgers, french fries and onion rings ... More >>

  • Blogs

    January 12, 2012

    Sump Coffee Brings Third Wave Coffee to South City

    Last fall, Ian reported on a new coffeehouse coming to south city, Sump Coffee. Gut Check followed up after the opening to get a closer look into the cafe's offerings. Scott Carey says he just might be obsessed with coffee; however, his fascination isn't that of the typical everyday caffeine junkie ... More >>

  • Blogs

    January 11, 2012

    Mike Warhover of Baileys' Range, Part 2

    This is part two of Mabel Suen's Chef's Choice profile of Mike Warhover of Baileys' Range. Part one can be found here. Part three, a recipe from Warhover, will be published tomorrow. Did your family cook when you were a child? Yes. My mom cooked all the time, and that's where I found my love for fo ... More >>

  • Blogs

    January 10, 2012

    In the Kitchen with Mike Warhover of Baileys' Range

    This is part one of Mabel Suen's Chef's Choice profile of Mike Warhover of Baileys' Range. Part two, a Q&A, will be published tomorrow, and part three, a recipe from Warhover, will be available on Thursday. ​Mike Warhover has firmly grounded St. Louis roots, and his humble experience as a lin ... More >>

  • Blogs

    January 10, 2012

    Soup Countdown #15: Café Mochi's Udon Soup

    January is National Soup Month, which makes sense, considering the first month of the year is typically marked with below-freezing temperatures, snow and slush. What's better than a delicious, hot bowl of soup on a chilly day? A delicious, hot bowl of soup that you don't have to make -- that's what. ... More >>

  • Blogs

    January 5, 2012

    Mayer's Bakery Takes On a New Art Bar Identity in South City

    With corner bars inhabiting infinite crevices throughout St. Louis city, the ability to set them apart can prove tiresome. Maggie Ginestra and Mike Stasny, however, set the bar for Mayer's Bakery, their business-to-be, on a completely different par filled with imaginative art, locally developed snac ... More >>

  • Blogs

    January 3, 2012

    Plush Opens in Midtown

    ​Over at RFT Music, my colleague Kiernan Maletsky reports that, at long last, Plush has opened its doors at 3224 Locust Street in Midtown.The 40,000-square-foot -- that's not a typo, by the way -- restaurant, club, bar and concert venue has been in development for two years, though owner Maebelle ... More >>

  • Blogs

    December 29, 2011

    Preview: Plush Saint Louis Prepares to Open its Doors in Midtown

    In recent RFT news, writer Diana Benanti provides an update on the soon-to-be drinking, dining and live music mainstay Plush in Midtown. The 40,000 square foot, four-story combo of mid-size music venue, full-service diner and cafe, bar and private event space will open its doors to the public as soo ... More >>

  • Blogs

    December 22, 2011

    Coastal Bistro and Bar Features Southern-inspired Land and Sea Cuisine

    Mabel SuenChefs in the kitchen at Coastal Bistro and Bar.​This past September the Schmitz family welcomed a new kid on their cozy, close-knit Clayton block -- Coastal Bistro and Bar (14 North Central Avenue; 314-932-7377). The Southern-inspired seafood bar and restaurant, featuring a combinati ... More >>

  • Blogs

    December 16, 2011

    Holiday Cocktail Countdown #7: The Silver Ballroom's Silver Ball Toddy

    Like any red-blooded American, Gut Check uses liquid medication to cope with holiday stress. Not only does a good winter cocktail make it possible to tolerate family members, say, inquiring about your procreation plans, it helps keep you warm, too. From now until Christmas, we're calling upon local ... More >>

  • Blogs

    December 15, 2011

    Holiday Cocktail Countdown #8: Danno's Miracle on 34th Street

    Like any red-blooded American, Gut Check uses liquid medication to cope with holiday stress. Not only does a good winter cocktail make it possible to tolerate family members, say, inquiring about your procreation plans, it helps keep you warm, too. From now until Christmas, we're calling upon local ... More >>

  • Blogs

    December 13, 2011

    Holiday Cocktail Countdown #10: Al Waha Restaurant & Hookah Lounge's Hot Spiked Cider

    Like any red-blooded American, Gut Check uses liquid medication to cope with holiday stress. Not only does a good winter cocktail make it possible to tolerate family members, say, inquiring about your procreation plans, it helps keep you warm, too. From now until Christmas, we're calling upon local ... More >>

  • Blogs

    November 18, 2011

    Maude's Market: Recipe for Apple-Stuffed Acorn Squash

    Maude's Market offers locally raised heritage turkeys for Thanksgiving this year in addition to a plethora of seasonal items. Read on to see how Maude Bauschard makes the most of the season's harvest with her recipe for apple stuffed acorn squash.Mabel SuenA selection of squash from Maude's Market.T ... More >>

  • Blogs

    November 17, 2011

    Maude's Market Offers Heritage Turkeys for Thanksgiving

    Mabel Suen​Turkey time is quickly approaching! If there's still no word on your bird, consider a locally raised heritage turkey from Maude's Market (4219 Virginia Avenue; 314-353-4219) for the dinner table this year. Maude's Market, a year-old shop in up-and-coming south-city neighborhood Dutc ... More >>

  • Blogs

    November 4, 2011

    Author Amanda Doyle Talks About Finally, A Locally Produced Guidebook to St. Louis By and For St. Louisans, Neighborhood by Neighborhood

    Mabel SuenIn warmer seasons, Rue Lafayette offers toy sailboats that children can take across the street to Lafayette Park.​Yesterday we introduced Amanda Doyle's new book, Finally, A Locally Produced Guidebook to St. Louis By and For St. Louisans, Neighborhood by Neighborhood. We sat down w ... More >>

  • Blogs

    October 28, 2011

    Bailey's Range Now Open for Lunch

    Mabel Suen​Last week, Dave Bailey's newest venture, Bailey's Range, debuted with its soft opening in downtown St. Louis. On Wednesday, Oct. 26, the restaurant began offering lunchtime hours as well. Gut Check caught up with Bailey for a glimpse into the brand new burger-and-shake eatery's offe ... More >>

  • Blogs

    October 14, 2011

    The Atomic Cowboy Now Serving Breakfast at Giddy Up Breakfast Bar

    Mabel SuenFreshly baked muffins and fruit parfaits at Giddy Up Breakfast Bar.​Many a cowpoke has chosen to chase the day away with Tex-Mex grub and a drink (or three) at the Atomic Cowboy (4140 Manchester Avenue; 314-775-0775). Now, the popular watering hole in the Grove is introducing Giddy U ... More >>

  • Blogs

    October 13, 2011

    Jimmy Hippchen of the Crow's Nest: Pulled-Pork Sandwich with Cilantro Barbecue Sauce

    This is part three of Mabel Suen's Chef's Choice profile of Jimmy Hippchen of The Crow's Nest. Part one can be found here. Part two, a Q&A with Hippchen, is published here. Mabel SuenChef Jimmy Hippchen's pulled-pork sandwich with cilantro barbecue sauce.​Anyone who's been to the Bleeding Dea ... More >>

  • Blogs

    October 12, 2011

    Jimmy Hippchen of the Crow's Nest, Part 2

    This is part two of Mabel Suen's Chef's Choice profile of Jimmy Hippchen of The Crow's Nest. Part one can be found here. Part three, a recipe from Hippchen, will be posted Thursday. Mabel SuenChef Jimmy Hippchen in the Crow's Nest's kitchen.​Did your family cook when you were a child? My mom ... More >>

  • Blogs

    October 11, 2011

    Man Or Astro-man? At The Duck Room, 10/10/11: Review, Photos And Setlist

    Mabel SuenCoco ignites the theremin. ​Man or Astro-man? | Jaill Blueberry Hill Duck Room October 10, 2011 The stage was crammed with flickering lights and three projector screens sporting an amalgam of space propaganda with vivid imagery. Space rock was split into fractions with science ficti ... More >>

  • Blogs

    October 11, 2011

    Jimmy Hippchen of The Crow's Nest

    This is part one of Mabel Suen's Chef's Choice profile of Jimmy Hippchen of The Crow's Nest. Part two, a Q&A, will be posted tomorrow, and part three, a recipe from Hippchen, will be posted on Thursday.Mabel SuenChef Jimmy Hippchen in The Crow's Nest's "prep dungeon."​Jimmy Hippchen started hi ... More >>

  • Blogs

    October 5, 2011

    Todd Lough of Bixby's, Part 2

    This is part two of Mabel Suen's Chef's Choice profile of Todd Lough of Bixby's. Part one can be found here. Part three, a recipe from Lough, will be posted on Thursday. Mabel Suen​Did your family cook when you were a child? Not really. I started cooking for the family when I was twelve. Fir ... More >>

  • Blogs

    October 4, 2011

    New Fall Menu with Todd Lough of Bixby's

    This is part one of Mabel Suen's Chef's Choice profile of Todd Lough of

  • Blogs

    September 13, 2011

    NeighborGood Foods Delivers Farm-Fresh Produce To A Doorstep Near You

    Mabel SuenJohn Doelling and Andi Smith, co-owners of NeighborGood Foods.​Imagine getting a big lush box of fresh, local fruits and vegetables each week without even having to set foot outside of the house. NeighborGood Foods, a brand-new company operated out of Maplewood by couple Andi Smith a ... More >>

  • Blogs

    August 18, 2011

    Interview & Recipe with Schlafly Gardener Jack Petrovic

    Mabel SuenSchlafly gardener Jack Petrovic and assistant gardener Nolan Kowalski with various types of garlic including Creole Red, Music Pink and California Late​Schlafly gardener Jack Petrovic loves garlic, but he's tired of having to give his away. And that's fair, considering that the gourm ... More >>

  • Blogs

    August 4, 2011

    Yemanja Brasil Introduces New Lunch Menu

    Mabel SuenLinguiça Jobim sandwich with Yemanja Brasil potato salad and a lime mousse dessert.​Yemanja Brasil (2900 Missouri Avenue; 314-771-7457), a dinner-only establishment for the past ten years, recently reined in the return of a long lost lunch menu, featuring plenty of affordable appeti ... More >>

  • Blogs

    August 3, 2011

    Write a Dunkin' Donuts Prostitution Pick-Up Line and Win Four Tickets to Raging Rivers!

    Mabel Suen​While local franchisees busily plan to open Dunkin' Donuts locations across the greater St. Louis area, Dunkin' Donuts employees in New Jersey and Boston have been hard at work tweaking the menu. While one employee decided to add a special ingredient to the infamous DD coffee, anoth ... More >>

  • Music

    July 28, 2011

    Spelling Bee Sets the Example For 21st-Century DIY

    Mabel Suen​While local franchisees busily plan to open Dunkin' Donuts locations across the greater St. Louis area, Dunkin' Donuts employees in New Jersey and Boston have been hard at work tweaking the menu. While one employee decided to add a special ingredient to the infamous DD coffee, anoth ... More >>

  • Blogs

    July 28, 2011

    Preview: Dough to Door, A Cookie Delivery Business in the Delmar Loop, Set to Open Soon

    Mabel SuenManaging partners Tamika Moore and Jonathan Weinberg in the kitchen​There's nothing like a warm cookie fresh from the oven. The sweet, comforting smell of leavened butter and sugar-infused treats wafts from seemingly a mile away, ensnaring all within its path. Now, imagine having th ... More >>

  • Blogs

    July 27, 2011

    Advice To New Bands From Spelling Bee's Mabel Suen And Joseph Hess

    Photo by Andy Peterson​Spelling Bee's Mabel Suen and Joseph Hess have thrown themselves into more-or-less every corner of DIY music -- their relentless efforts are detailed in this week's feature. Their band kicks off its sixth tour this Friday at Pig Slop Studios. As you might expect, there ... More >>

  • Blogs

    July 22, 2011

    Heavy Anchor's Jodie Whitworth and Joshua Timbrook: Featured Bartenders of the Week

    Welcome to Girl Walks Into a Bar, a weekly Gut Check feature that spotlights local bars and bartenders. This week, Mabel Suen profiles The Heavy Anchor's Jodie Whitworth and Joshua Timbrook. Below is a Q&A with the pair, followed by the recipe for their concoction, the Rusty Anchor. Mabel SuenJoshu ... More >>

  • Blogs

    July 7, 2011

    Interview: Joy Christensen Talks About The Fountain On Locust's New Menu

    Mabel SuenJoy Christensen, owner of The Fountain On Locust​July is National Ice Cream Month, and the Fountain on Locust (3037 Locust Street, Midtown; 314-535-7800) delivers just in time to celebrate with an updated menu featuring plenty more drinks and frozen treats, plus a couple of brand new ... More >>

  • Blogs

    June 23, 2011

    A Visit to Shameless Grounds -- A Different Kind of Cafe

    Mabel Suen​Back in February, Gut Check previewed Shameless Grounds (2650 Sidney Street, Benton Park; 314-773-9900), a sex-positive coffeehouse connected to the Koken Art Factory. Tip of the Tongue checks back in with owner Andrew Mueller to see how things have been running since SG's opening i ... More >>

  • Blogs

    August 14, 2009

    Tomorrow! Spelling Bee Tour Kickoff at Apop Records

    Spelling Bee is a newish noise/experimental duo featuring Mabel Suen (Ultraviolents) and Joseph Hess (ex-Sleep State) who's starting to earn some buzz around town. Next week, the pair is heading out on a very cool, unorthodox Southern tour -- and has graciously agreed to keep a tour diary for us. Bu ... More >>

  • Music

    June 4, 2008

    The Ultraviolents

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