ALIVE Blogs
-
ALIVE Around Town
-
stl blogger posse
-
Read the Bios
Meet the STL Blog Posse Team
-
Thirsty Thursday: Kakao Choclate Martini by Gabe Kveton
Check back each week as we challenge a new St.Louis bartender extraordinaire to come up with a drink that fits our monthly Thirsty Thursday theme. They're pulling out all the stops, armed with their most inventive tricks, fresh-squeezed juices, superior liquors and house-made infusions. Their creations are sure to keep your taste buds guessing. This month's challenge: Satisfy our craving for indulgence with a guilty pleasure-inspired cocktail. Featuring Gabe Kveton of Water Street.
Thirsty Thursday: William S. Burroughs by Haley Riley
Check back each week as we challenge a new St.Louis bartender extraordinaire to come up with a drink that fits our monthly Thirsty Thursday theme. They’re pulling out all the stops, armed with their most inventive tricks, fresh-squeezed juices, superior liquors and house-made infusions. Their creations are sure to keep your taste buds guessing. This month's challenge: Satisfy our craving for indulgence with a guilty pleasure-inspired cocktail. Featuring Haley Riley of Nico.
Chef Brandan Benack Mixes It Up At Truffles
by Christopher Reilly
On Monday night, Truffles in Ladue officially unveiled many of its new dishes with a seven course tasting menu prepared by the new chef, Brandon Benack. Chef Benack takes the reigns from the recently departed, John Griffiths, who revitalized the restaurant when he came aboard in 2010, bringing his signature modern Italian fare with him. Now, Truffles is undergoing a similar revitalization as Benack transitions the menu to modern American fare, while maintaining Truffles’ commitment to artisan cooking and local purveyors.
Chef Benack boasts some heady experience. After many years at Emeril Lagasse’s renowned creole restaurants as… more …
On Monday night, Truffles in Ladue officially unveiled many of its new dishes with a seven course tasting menu prepared by the new chef, Brandon Benack. Chef Benack takes the reigns from the recently departed, John Griffiths, who revitalized the restaurant when he came aboard in 2010, bringing his signature modern Italian fare with him. Now, Truffles is undergoing a similar revitalization as Benack transitions the menu to modern American fare, while maintaining Truffles’ commitment to artisan cooking and local purveyors.
Chef Benack boasts some heady experience. After many years at Emeril Lagasse’s renowned creole restaurants as… more …
Thirsty Thursday: The Cucumber and Ginger Chill by Erica Meinert
Check back each week as we challenge a new St. Louis bartender extraordinaire to come up with a drink that fits our monthly Thirsty Thursday theme. They're pulling out all the stops, armed with their most inventive tricks, fresh-squeezed juices, superior liquors and house-made infusions. Their creations are sure to keep your taste buds guessing. Featuring Erica Meinert of Blondie's.
Mexican Cooking Classes and Culinary Travel
by Christopher Reilly
Carrie Houk, local acting coach and St. Louis casting agent for major motion pictures, is launching La Cocinera (The Cook), offering instruction in Mexican Cuisine and leading culinary and cultural journeys to Mexico. The first class is scheduled for Friday, August 24 at Kitchen Conservatory. Subsequent classes will be held at I Fratillini, owned by Houk’s sister, legendary restaurateur Zoe Robinson.
“It’s a hands-on class,” Houk said. “I’ll be teaching real Mexican cooking techniques. It’s always better when the students get to participate.”
Houk also offers instruction for individuals or small parties, even in their own homes.… more …
Carrie Houk, local acting coach and St. Louis casting agent for major motion pictures, is launching La Cocinera (The Cook), offering instruction in Mexican Cuisine and leading culinary and cultural journeys to Mexico. The first class is scheduled for Friday, August 24 at Kitchen Conservatory. Subsequent classes will be held at I Fratillini, owned by Houk’s sister, legendary restaurateur Zoe Robinson.
“It’s a hands-on class,” Houk said. “I’ll be teaching real Mexican cooking techniques. It’s always better when the students get to participate.”
Houk also offers instruction for individuals or small parties, even in their own homes.… more …
96 Minutes and Counting: An Interview With Local Filmmaker Aimee Lagos
On April 27, “96 Minutes,” a dramatic thriller written and directed by Washington University graduate Aimee Lagos, opens to the public at the AMC in Creve Coeur. Starring household names such as Brittany Snow and “Twilight”‘s Christian Serratos, this award-winning film chronicles a gripping tale inspired by true events in the St. Louis area. The film, which has already received awards for “Best Director” and “Breakthrough Performance,” follows the lives of four young adults in a random chain of events where no one is safe from the riveting reality of death. Aimee Lagos took the time to speak with ALIVE… more …
Thirsty Thursday: South Side Cocktail by Roxanna Ratossa
Check back each week as we challenge a new St. Louis bartender extraordinaire to come up with a drink that fits our monthly Thirsty Thursday theme. They’re pulling out all the stops, armed with their most inventive tricks, fresh-squeezed juices, superior liquors and house-made infusions. Their creations are sure to keep your taste buds guessing. Featuring Roxanna Ratossa of The Royale.
Thirsty Thursday: The Intro by Keyan Still
Check back each week as we challenge a new St. Louis bartender extraordinaire to come up with a drink that fits our monthly Thirsty Thursday theme. They’re pulling out all the stops, armed with their most inventive tricks, fresh-squeezed juices, superior liquors and house-made infusions. Their creations are sure to keep your taste buds guessing. This week's challenge: In the spirit of our April issue's story on garden-fresh cocktails, make us a beverage using ingredients plucked from the garden. Featuring Keyan Still of Pi Central West End and Cafe Natasha.
National Celebs Attend ALIVE’s 10th Anniversary Party
If you’re not already planning to attend ALIVE’s 10th Anniversary Party this Friday, now’s the time. National celebrities Erin Daniels and Derek Blasberg will be joining us at Peabody Opera House this Friday, April 13, returning to their hometown to help us celebrate 10 great years of covering St. Louis people, culture and fashion. We don’t know about you, but we’re very excited to see them.
Erin Daniels
Erin Daniels is a television and film actress best known for her roles as Maya Burson in “One Hour Photo” and Dana Fairbanks on “The L Word.” Daniels began her acting career… more …
Erin Daniels
Erin Daniels is a television and film actress best known for her roles as Maya Burson in “One Hour Photo” and Dana Fairbanks on “The L Word.” Daniels began her acting career… more …
Thirsty Thursday: An Easy Fix by James Menousek
Check back each week as we challenge a new St. Louis bartender extraordinaire to come up with a drink that fits our monthly Thirsty Thursday theme. They’re pulling out all the stops, armed with their most inventive tricks, fresh-squeezed juices, superior liquors and house-made infusions. Their creations are sure to keep your taste buds guessing. This week's challenge: In the spirit of our April issue's story on garden-fresh cocktails, make us a beverage using ingredients plucked from the garden. Featuring James Menousek of Pi Central West End.
