Best Brats Feat. Bratmaster Jim LeGrand
Arch Eats
<p>It's the "wurst" episode yet. Hosts <a href="https://www.stlmag.com/api/pv/ja7QFSCij84bJklTWrTC94L7r4NMcRl3uwHpPamkGxOA9InP9PXDzEZQ4IZh4QRT/++/topics/george-mahe/" rel="nofollow">George Mahe</a> and <a href="https://www.stlmag.com/api/pv/ja7QFSCij84bJklTWrTC94L7r4NMcRl3uwHpPamkGxOA9InP9PXDzEZQ4IZh4QRT/++/topics/cheryl-baehr/" rel="nofollow">Cheryl Baehr</a> visit with Jim LeGrand of <a href="https://legrandsmarket.com/" rel="nofollow">LeGrand's Market & Catering</a> (<em>4414 Donovan</em>), family-owned and -operated in St. Louis Hills for more than three dozen years. LeGrand, the company's head butcher, discusses how the brats accidentally developed a cult following over time. Learn about the best ways to season and cook brats, preferred toppings and condiments, and some creative concoctions, from the crowd-favorite brown sugar pineapple brat to a not-so-successful Easter Jelly Belly brat. Plus, George and Cheryl share <a href="https://www.stlmag.com/api/pv/ja7QFSCij84bJklTWrTC94L7r4NMcRl3uwHpPamkGxOA9InP9PXDzEZQ4IZh4QRT/++/dining/where-to-find-the-best-brats-hot-dogs-and-sausages-in-st-louis/" rel="nofollow">where to find the best brats, hot dogs, and sausages in St. Louis</a>. Listen and follow <em>Arch Eats</em> 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>, <a href="https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLwYnyrcREHGkvOXGJHENgtHtcRMnGPVFW" rel="nofollow">YouTube</a>, or wherever podcasts are available.</p>
<p><strong>This episode is sponsored by <a href="http://southgrand.org/events" rel="nofollow">South Grand Cultural Alliance</a> and supported by <a href="https://www.sugarandsliceonmain.com/" rel="nofollow">Sugar & Slice Bakery on Main</a>. </strong>Get ready for the South Grand Fall & Music Fest on Saturday, September 21. Explore more than 70 vendors offering handmade crafts, vintage finds, and boutique treasures. Learn more at <a href="http://southgrand.org/events" rel="nofollow">southgrand.org/events</a>.</p>
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<p><strong>Mentioned in this episode:</strong></p>
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<li><a href="https://www.stlsabroso.com/" rel="nofollow">Sabroso Cocina Mexicana</a>: 11146 Old St. Charles Rock (St. Ann) and 2726 Sutton (Maplewood), 314-918-5037 and 314-335-7295</li>
<li><a href="https://www.rosestl.com/" rel="nofollow">Rosé by Peno</a>: 1463 S. 18th, Lafayette Square, 314-405-8500.</li>
<li><a href="https://legrandsmarket.com/deli/" rel="nofollow">LeGrand’s Market & Catering</a>: 4414 Donovan, St. Louis Hills, 314- 353-6128</li>
<li><a href="https://www.kenricks.com/" rel="nofollow">Kenrick’s Meats & Catering</a>: 4324 Weber, Affton, 314-631-2440</li>
<li><a href="https://manninosmarket.com/" rel="nofollow">Mannino’s Market</a>: 5205 Highway N, Cottleville, 636-441-7755.</li>
<li><a href="https://www.wenneman.com/" rel="nofollow">Wennemen Meat Co.</a>: 7415 State Route 15, St. Libory, Illinois, 618-768-4328</li>
<li><a href="https://bolyardsmeat.com/" rel="nofollow">Bolyard’s Meat and Provisions</a>: 2733 Sutton, Maplewood, 314-647-2567</li>
<li><a href="https://thecornerbutcher.com/" rel="nofollow">The Corner Butcher</a>: 15634 Manchester (Ellisville) and 2099 Bentley Manor (Fenton), 636-220-2727 and 636-529-1140</li>
<li><a href="https://paulsmarketstl.com/" rel="nofollow">Paul’s Market</a>: 1020 N. Elizabeth, Ferguson<em>,</em> 314-524-3652.</li>
<li><a href="https://www.piekutowskis.com/" rel="nofollow">Piekutowski’s</a>: 4100 N. Florissant, Florissant, 314-534-6256. </li>
<li><a href="https://gwsausage.com/" rel="nofollow">G&W Meat & Bavarian Style Sausage Company</a>: 4828 Parker<em>,</em> Tower Grove South, 314-352-5066.</li>
<li><a href="https://www.urbanchestnut.com/" rel="nofollow">Urban Chestnut Brewing Co</a>: 4465 Manchester, The Grove, 314-222-0143</li>
<li><a href="https://oldrockhouse.com/" rel="nofollow">Old Rock House</a>: 1200 S. 7th, Soulard, 314-588-0505</li>
<li><a href="https://www.guspretzels.com/" rel="nofollow">Gus’ Pretzels</a>: 1820 Arsenal, Benton Park, 314-664-4010</li>
<li><a href="https://www.stlpretzelboys.com/" rel="nofollow">Pretzel Boy’s</a>: Four locations</li>
<li><a href="https://www.viennabeef.com/woofies" rel="nofollow">Woofie’s</a>: 1919 Woodson, Overland, 314-426-6291</li>
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