The Love Connection

Arch Eats

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In this episode of Arch Eats, <a href="https://www.stlmag.com/api/pv/HsZIe0IBhckQs42zQqG2nDNsjdBsqyhGQDFXKroUeB71AZRRNh0WMecx5b6LwYO1/++/topics/george-mahe/" rel="nofollow">George Mahe</a> and <a href="https://www.stlmag.com/api/pv/HsZIe0IBhckQs42zQqG2nDNsjdBsqyhGQDFXKroUeB71AZRRNh0WMecx5b6LwYO1/++/topics/cheryl-baehr/" rel="nofollow">Cheryl Baehr</a> pick their favorite romantic restaurants, just in time for Valentine's Day. Get their recommendations, including old-school classics and contemporary options, all the way down to the specific table. (See table number information below.) They also share their itineraries for a special day out with a significant other, including top picks for all three meals. Discover which neighborhood Cheryl dubs "Romance Row." Plus, learn about <a href="https://www.stlmag.com/api/pv/HsZIe0IBhckQs42zQqG2nDNsjdBsqyhGQDFXKroUeB71AZRRNh0WMecx5b6LwYO1/++/dining/valentines-day-specials-st-louis/" rel="nofollow">Valentine's Day specials</a> and edible gifts for your lover (because what says "romance" like a chicken tender bouquet)? The episode concludes with a microrant about to-go boxes and a simple way to fix the problem. As George notes, "Romance knows no season," so check out these <a href="https://www.stlmag.com/api/pv/HsZIe0IBhckQs42zQqG2nDNsjdBsqyhGQDFXKroUeB71AZRRNh0WMecx5b6LwYO1/++/dining/the-top-romantic-and-cozy-restaurants-in-st-louis/" rel="nofollow">top romantic and cozy restaurants </a>any time of year. Listen, follow, and review Arch Eats on <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/arch-eats/id1714524378" rel="nofollow">Apple Podcasts</a>, <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/0BfUm30GQXcfuYAWqwrsYs?si=432aaa0abc5646a4" rel="nofollow">Spotify</a>, or wherever podcasts are available. This episode is sponsored by <a href="https://www.slso.org/" rel="nofollow">St. Louis Symphony Orchestra</a>.  Join your St. Louis Symphony Orchestra and the IN UNISON Chorus on February 23 at Stifel Theatre for a one-of-a-kind celebration of Black History Month, featuring Grammy- and NAACP Image Award-winning vocalist BeBe Winans. Get tickets at <a href="https://slso.org/" rel="nofollow">slso.org</a>. Have an idea for a future Arch Eats episode? Send your thoughts or feedback to <a href="mailto:podcasts@stlmag.com" rel="nofollow">podcasts@stlmag.com</a>. Hungry for more? Subscribe to our <a href="https://info.stlmag.com/newsletters" rel="nofollow">Dining newsletters</a> for the freshest coverage on the local restaurant and culinary scene. And follow George (<a href="https://www.instagram.com/georgemahe/" rel="nofollow">@georgemahe</a>) and SLM on Instagram (<a href="https://www.instagram.com/stlouismag/" rel="nofollow">@stlouismag</a>). Interested in being a podcast sponsor?  Contact Lauren Leppert at <a href="mailto:lleppert@stlmag.com" rel="nofollow">lleppert@stlmag.com</a>. Mentioned in this episode: <ul> <li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/tonysfamilyfarms/" rel="nofollow">Tony's Family Farms</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.napolistl.com/" rel="nofollow">Napoli restaurants</a>: multiple locations</li> <li><a href="https://www.tonysstlouis.com/" rel="nofollow">Tony’s</a>: 105 Carondelet Plz, Clayton, 314-231-7007. </li> <li><a href="https://thecrossing-stl.com/" rel="nofollow">The Crossing</a>: 7823 Forsyth, Clayton, 314-721-7375.</li> <li><a href="https://www.westchesterstl.com/" rel="nofollow">Westchester</a>: 127 Chesterfield Towne, Chesterfield, 636-778-0635.</li> <li><a href="https://oliveandoak.oohosp.com/" rel="nofollow">Olive + Oak</a>: 216 W. Lockwood, Webster Groves, 314-736-1370.</li> <li><a href="https://twistedtreesteakhouse.com/" rel="nofollow">Twisted Tree Steakhouse</a>: 10701 Watson, Sunset Hills, 314-394-3366</li> <li><a href="https://www.sidneystreetcafestl.com/" rel="nofollow">Sidney Street Café</a>: 2000 Sidney, Benton Park, 314-771-5777 (table # 30).</li> <li><a href="https://www.paulmannos.com/" rel="nofollow">Paul Manno’s Restaurant</a>: 75 Forum Shop Ctr, Chesterfield, 314-878-1274 (corner booth #13)</li> <li><a href="https://www.baileyschocolatebar.com/" rel="nofollow">Bailey’s Chocolate Bar</a>: 1915 Park, Lafayette Square, 314-241-8100 (Bar: leather chair deuce #321 and love seat #312 | Dining Room: large love seat #414) and <a href="https://www.popstlouis.com/" rel="nofollow">POP</a>: (far corner end of banquette #12)</li> <li><a href="https://brasseriebyniche.com/brassbar" rel="nofollow">Brass Bar</a>: 4584 Laclede, CWE, 314-454-0600</li> <li><a href="https://www.anniegunns.com/" rel="nofollow">Annie Gunn’s</a>: 16806 Chesterfield Airport, Chesterfield, 636- 532-7684 (fireplace tables #15 and 16 or small snug #6)</li> <li><a href="https://brasseriebyniche.com/" rel="nofollow">Brasserie by Niche:</a> 4580 Laclede, CWE, 314-454-0600.</li> <li><a href="https://akarstl.com/" rel="nofollow">akar</a>: 7641 Wydown, Clayton, 314-553-9914. </li> <li><a href="https://www.bistrolafloraison.com/" rel="nofollow">Bistro La Floraison</a>: 7637 Wydown, Clayton, 314-725-8880.</li> <li><a href="https://www.mainlanderstl.com/" rel="nofollow">Mainlander</a>: 8 S. Euclid, CWE, no phone</li> <li><a href="https://www.wrightswydown.com/" rel="nofollow">Wright's Tavern</a>: 7624 Wydown, CWE, 314-390-1466.</li> <li><a href="https://www.stlgrace.com/" rel="nofollow">Grace Meat + Three</a>: 4270 Manchester, The Grove, 314-533-2700.</li> <li><a href="https://songbirdstl.com/" rel="nofollow">Songbird</a>: 4476 Chouteau, The Grove, 314-781-4344.</li> <li><a href="https://asadordelsur.com/" rel="nofollow">Asador Del Sur</a>: 7322 Manchester, Maplewood, 314-802-8587.</li> <li><a href="https://idolwolfstl.com/" rel="nofollow">Idol Wolf</a>: 1528 Locust, Downtown West, 314-325-0360.</li> <li><a href="https://www.ivytartines.com/" rel="nofollow">Ivy Café</a>: 14 N. Meramec, Clayton, 314-776-9377.</li> <li><a href="https://www.bowoodbyniche.com/" rel="nofollow">Bowood by Niche</a>: 4605 Olive, CWE, 314-454-6868.</li> <li><a href="https://bengelina.com/bar-moro" rel="nofollow">Bar Moro</a>: 7610 Wydown, Clayton, 314-932-1088.</li> </ul> You may also enjoy these SLM articles: <ul> <li> <ul> <li><a href="https://www.stlmag.com/api/pv/HsZIe0IBhckQs42zQqG2nDNsjdBsqyhGQDFXKroUeB71AZRRNh0WMecx5b6LwYO1/++/dining/valentines-day-specials-st-louis/" rel="nofollow">A Valentine's Day guide to St. Louis restaurants</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.stlmag.com/api/pv/HsZIe0IBhckQs42zQqG2nDNsjdBsqyhGQDFXKroUeB71AZRRNh0WMecx5b6LwYO1/++/dining/the-top-romantic-and-cozy-restaurants-in-st-louis/" rel="nofollow">The top romantic and cozy restaurants in St. Louis</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.stlmag.com/api/pv/HsZIe0IBhckQs42zQqG2nDNsjdBsqyhGQDFXKroUeB71AZRRNh0WMecx5b6LwYO1/++/dining/ask-george-are-heart-shaped-pizzas-still-popular-for-valentines-day/" rel="nofollow">Ask George: Are heart-shaped pizzas still popular for Valentine’s Day?</a></li> </ul> </li> </ul> See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.