In our monthly Sound Bites segment in partnership with Sauce Magazine, St. Louis on the Air host Don Marsh discussed tips for where to dine on Valentine's Day as well as what home cooks can do. Joining him for the discussion were Sauce Magazine’s managing editor Heather Hughes and art director Meera Nagarajan.
Many characteristics can make or break a romantic date night out. Key things to look for are small and intimate restaurants with low lighting and a beautiful view.
Sauce Magazine’s Top 10 picks:
- Sidney Street cafe, 2000 Sidney Street, St. Louis, MO 63104
- Peppe’s Apt. 2, 800 S Geyer Rd, Kirkwood, MO 63122
- Bar Les Freres, 7637 Wydown Blvd, Clayton, MO 63105
- Taste, 4584 Laclede Ave, St Louis, MO 63108
- Vista, 2609 Cherokee St, St Louis, MO 63118
- Bailey’s Chocolate Bar, 1915 Park Ave, St Louis, MO 63104
- Louie, 706 DeMun Avenue, Clayton, MO 63105
- 360, 1 S Broadway, St Louis, MO 63102
- The Preston, 212 N. Kingshighway Blvd, St Louis, MO 63108
- Annie Gunn’s, 16806 Chesterfield Airport Rd, Chesterfield, MO 63005
If a romantic evening at home is preferred, here are a few of Sauce’s favorite places to get take out:
Dinner:
- Pastaria, 7734 Forsyth Blvd, Clayton, MO 63105
- Kounter Kulture, 3825 Watson Rd, St Louis, MO 63109
- Taco Buddha, 7405 Pershing Ave, University City, MO 63130
- Olympia Kebob House and Taverna, 1543 McCausland Ave, St Louis, MO 63117
- Fork and Stix, 549 Rosedale Ave, St Louis, MO 63112
Sweet treats:
- Nathaniel Reid Bakery, 11243 Manchester Rd, Kirkwood, MO 63122
- Comet Coffee, 5708 Oakland Ave, St Louis, MO 63110
- John’s Donuts, 1618 S Broadway, St Louis, MO 63104
- La Patisserie Chouquette, 1626 Tower Grove Ave, St Louis, MO 63110
Listen for more details on where to go and how to prepare an at home meal for Valentine’s Day:
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