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Best Burgers

Published January, 2012

No problem. ALIVE brings you a guide to restaurants that pride themselves on these guilty pleasures.
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Hot Spots

Published January, 2012

ALIVE takes you on a tour of St. Louis' best bars and nightclubs  
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Out in the City

Published January, 2012

ALIVE presents Out in the City, a happy hour series for LGBT professionals that raises funds for local charities. Join ALIVE at Hamburger Mary's Feb. 29 from 6 pm-9pm to help raise money for Food Outreach. We caught up with Sam Orlando, Jr., owner of Orlando's Catering and board member of Food Outreach, to talk more about the organization.     What is the mission of Food Outreach?
The mission is to provide nutritional support and enhance the quality of life for men, women and children living with HIV/AIDS and cancer. It’s not just feeding people because they’re hungry—we guide clients nutritionally, so their bodies can be nourished and strong enough to fight their disease
effectively. How do volunteers help?
Most volunteers help prepare and package frozen meals for the coming week, or stock the Nutrition Center and freezers. It’s a very warm atmosphere to work in—it’s not unusual to see CEOs mopping floors and washing dishes. Clients come in throughout the week to pick up frozen meals, and there is also a grocery program for those who can or want to still cook for themselves.
People can also host At Home Parties, inviting friends over for a dinner party, and collecting donations for Food Outreach. I hold one every year at The Lodge at Grant’s Trail called Country
Cocktails—last year it raised over $3,000. Canned and packaged food items are always needed to stock the shelves of the grocery section, as well—organizations can host canned food drives and
make a friendly competition around it.
Why did you get involved in the organization?
It was a good fit for me from the start, because I’m in the food business—I run a family catering company, Catering by Orlando’s. Since I design events, most of my service as a board member is planning the events and using my contacts to secure donated food and services. It’s one of those things where once you start working with Food Outreach, you can’t stop—the staff and volunteers are all so committed to Food Outreach, it’s intoxicating. What do you feel most people don’t know about the clients Food Outreach helps?
People think that the AIDS epidemic is over, but it’s certainly not. People may be living longer, but that just means they need our services longer. Even though AIDS is not talked about as much now, it is just as relevant today as it was 20 years ago. Some people don’t realize that we have over 400 cancer clients. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Food Outreach provides nutritional support to men, women and children living with HIV/AIDS or cancer in the St. Louis area. A network of more than 600 volunteers assists with cooking, packing and distributing more than 500 thousand meals to 1,900 clients per year. Join Food Outreach for A Tasteful Affair, its biggest fundraiser of the year, on April 15 at Chase Park Plaza. The theme of this year’s event is the Renaissance, and as always, it will feature food and drink from some of the top vendors in town. For more information on A Tasteful Affair, and for other
opportunities to get involved with Food Outreach,
visit foodoutreach.org.  
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2012 Best Lawyers

Published January, 2012

As a cultural and social hub of the Midwest, St. Louis is proud to call itself home to a multitude of some of the most talented, professional and accommodating lawyers in the country. To help you find the right one to fit your legal needs, ALIVE compiled a list of the most reliable, trustworthy attorneyys in the area with a range of specialties, from class action to criminal to divorce law.
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Loft Living

Published January, 2012

ParkPacific Apartments Ballpark Lofts
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Romantic Dining Guide

Published January, 2012

Make this Valentine's Day special with a visit to one of the most romantic restaurants in St. Louis. From Turkish to Italian, ALIVE narrowed down its picks for top places to wine and dine your sweetie. From fabulous drinks to stunning views and decadent desserts, this date is sure to be one you will remember for years!
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Valentine's Day Gift Guide February 2012

Published January, 2012

Gift Guide
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Bridesmaid Gift Guide

Published January, 2012

Show your gals what they mean to you with these unique bridesmaid gifts.  
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Dentist Profiles

Published January, 2012

ALIVE profiles top-notch local dental professionals.  
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Gallery Guide

Published January, 2012

Baby, it's cold outside. Stay warm and get cultured this winter at these St. Louis happenings.  
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Destination: The Loop

Published January, 2012

Explore the latest hotspots on Delmar.
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New Year, New You

Published January, 2012

Resolving to slim down and tone up this New Year? These St. Louis trainers can help you achieve your 2011 health and fitness goals.
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Best Steak

Published November, 2011

ALIVE takes you on a tour of the city's best spots for steak.
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Boutique Owners' Top Picks

Published November, 2011

From outwear to fall boots to jewelry, these fashion picks were handselected by13 of the city's top boutique owners.
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Holidays in the City

Published November, 2011

Need ideas on where to shop for all the people on your shopping list this season? This city guide including Ladue, Clayton & Webster Groves will help you score gifts they'll adore and cherish!
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Luxury Salons and Spas

Published November, 2011

Explore some of the city's most luxurious spots to pamper yourself, whether you're looking for a new 'do, eyelash extensions or cutting-edge aging treatments.
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Destination: Clayton

Published May, 2011

Grab a map and explore the top hotspots in Clayton.  
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