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Essential Turkey Tips, Cat Neville on Missouri Wine, and a Rant About Green Bean Casserole

Essential Turkey Tips, Cat Neville on Missouri Wine, and a Rant About Green Bean Casserole

Arch Eats
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<p>If you're looking to elevate your holiday celebrations, this episode of&nbsp;<em>Arch Eats</em>&nbsp;is a must-listen. Join&nbsp;<a href="https://www.stlmag.com/api/pv/ifSQzVTTyzrhTlEBMlP9BAWyEPx5Sf18N3vtE79SmP6LXDZtUSxDkiFD2fDgLLHp/++/topics/george-mahe/" rel="nofollow">George Mahe</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="https://www.stlmag.com/api/pv/ifSQzVTTyzrhTlEBMlP9BAWyEPx5Sf18N3vtE79SmP6LXDZtUSxDkiFD2fDgLLHp/++/topics/cheryl-baehr/" rel="nofollow">Cheryl Baehr</a>&nbsp;as they dive into the heart of seasonal delights. The duo shares&nbsp;the secrets to turkey that's so good, you won't even need the sides. Get tips on&nbsp;<a href="https://www.stlmag.com/api/pv/ifSQzVTTyzrhTlEBMlP9BAWyEPx5Sf18N3vtE79SmP6LXDZtUSxDkiFD2fDgLLHp/++/dining/where-to-find-fresh-turkeys-in-st-louis/" rel="nofollow">where to find the best fresh turkeys</a>,&nbsp;preparation techniques and cooking methods (<em>"Brining is like insurance—you should just do it."</em>), and&nbsp;a secret ingredient for crispier skin.&nbsp;Cat Neville, producer and host of Nine Networks’&nbsp;Emmy-winning show&nbsp;<em><a href="https://www.ninepbs.org/tastemakers/" rel="nofollow">tasteMAKERS</a>,&nbsp;</em>also&nbsp;shares her insights on Missouri wines. Impress&nbsp;your guests with the perfect holiday wine pairings and some fun facts about Missouri wine.&nbsp;George also offers tips to help Cheryl overcome&nbsp;her aversion to a popular Thanksgiving dish. And the hosts share some herbivore-friendly dishes. 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Send your thoughts or feedback&nbsp;to George&nbsp;at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:gmahe@stlmag.com" rel="nofollow">gmahe@stlmag.com</a>. Your message will be read and replied to.</p> <p><strong>Hungry for more?</strong></p> <p>Subscribe to&nbsp;our&nbsp;<a href="https://info.stlmag.com/newsletters" rel="nofollow">Dining newsletters</a>&nbsp;for the freshest coverage on the local restaurant and culinary scene. 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And follow George&nbsp;(<a href="https://www.instagram.com/georgemahe/" rel="nofollow">@georgemahe</a>) and&nbsp;<em>SLM</em>&nbsp;on Instagram (<a href="https://www.instagram.com/stlouismag/" rel="nofollow">@stlouismag</a>).</p> <p><strong>Interested in being a podcast sponsor?&nbsp;&nbsp;</strong>Contact Lauren Leppert at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:lleppert@stlmag.com" rel="nofollow">lleppert@stlmag.com</a>.</p> <p><strong>Mentioned in this episode:</strong></p> <ul> <li><a href="https://www.lookingmeadowcoffeeco.com/" rel="nofollow">Looking Meadow Café</a>: 2500 Sutton, Maplewood, 314-550-2583</li> <li><a href="https://www.parkerstable.com/" rel="nofollow">Parker’s Table</a>: 7118 Oakland, Richmond Heights, 314-645-2050</li> <li><a href="https://www.theodorafarms.com/" rel="nofollow">Theodora Farms</a>: 4835 N. Alby, Godfrey, Illinois, 618-208-7738</li> <li><a href="https://oomame.net/pages/harvestshreds" rel="nofollow">Harvest Shreds</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.mi-ranchito-stl.com/" rel="nofollow">Mi Ranchito</a>: 887 Kingsland, University City, 314-863-1880</li> <li><a href="https://www.padrinosstl.com/" rel="nofollow">Padrinos</a>: 3143 S. Grand, Tower Grove South, 314-282-0357</li> <li><a href="https://www.salylimonstl.com/" rel="nofollow">Sal y Limon</a>: 1221 Strassner, Brentwood, 314-282-0022</li> <li><a href="https://www.retreatgastropub.com/" rel="nofollow">Retreat Gastropub</a>: 6 N. Sarah, Central West End, 314-261-4497</li> <li><a href="https://www.ivytartines.com/" rel="nofollow">Ivy Cafe</a>: 14-A N. Meramec, Clayton, 314-776-9377&nbsp;&nbsp;</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://biggreenegg.com/" rel="nofollow">Big Green Egg</a></li> <li><a href="https://buttonwoodfarms.com/" rel="nofollow">Buttonwood Farm</a></li> <li><a href="https://bolyardsmeat.com/" rel="nofollow">Bolyard's Meat &amp; Provisions</a>: 2733 Sutton, Maplewood, 314-647-256</li> <li><a href="https://www.smokehousemarket.com/" rel="nofollow">Smokehouse Market</a>: 16806 Chesterfield Airport, Chesterfield, 636-532-3314</li> <li><a href="https://www.kenricks.com/" rel="nofollow">Kenrick's Meats &amp; Catering</a>: 4324 Weber, Affton, 314-631-2440</li> <li><a href="https://www.todayattruffles.com/" rel="nofollow">Truffles Butchery</a>: 9202 Clayton, Ladue, 314-567-9100</li> </ul> <p><strong>Missouri Wineries recommended for off-season visits:</strong></p> <ul> <li><a href="https://www.wildsun.com/" rel="nofollow">Wild Sun Winery</a>, Hillsboro</li> <li><a href="https://www.blumenhof.com/" rel="nofollow">Blumenhof Winery</a>, Dutzow</li> <li><a href="https://www.noboleisvineyards.com/" rel="nofollow">Noboleis Vineyards</a>, Augusta</li> <li><a href="https://stonehillwinery.com/" rel="nofollow">Stone Hill Winery</a>, Hermann</li> <li><a href="https://adampuchtawine.com/" rel="nofollow">Adam Puchta Winery</a>, Hermann</li> <li><a href="https://chaumette.com/" rel="nofollow">Chaumette Vineyards &amp; Winery</a>, Ste. Genevieve</li> </ul> <p><strong>Specific Missouri Wine Recomendations:</strong></p> <ul> <li><a href="https://stonehillwinery.com/" rel="nofollow">Stone Hill Winery</a>, Hermann</li> <li><a href="https://www.stjameswinery.com/" rel="nofollow">St. James Winery</a>, St. James</li> <li><a href="https://www.augustawinery.com/" rel="nofollow">Augusta Winery</a>, Augusta</li> <li><a href="https://chaumette.com/" rel="nofollow">Chaumette Vineyards &amp; Winery</a>, Ste. Genevieve</li> <li><a href="https://www.edg-clif.com/" rel="nofollow">Edg-Clif Vineyard</a>, Potosi</li> <li><a href="https://www.defianceridgevineyards.com/" rel="nofollow">Defiance Ridge Vineyards</a>, Defiance</li> <li><a href="https://mathanyvineyards.com/" rel="nofollow">Mathany Family Vineyards</a>, Brumley</li> <li><a href="https://cavevineyard.com/" rel="nofollow">Cave Vineyard</a>, Ste. Genevieve</li> <li><a href="https://www.dalehollowwinery.com/" rel="nofollow">Dale Hollow Winery</a>, Stover</li> <li><a href="https://www.pirtlewinery.com/" rel="nofollow">Pirtle Winery</a>, Weston</li> </ul> <p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>