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OCTOBER 2019 PUBLISHER

Kelley Lamm-Montgomery | kelley.lamm@lifestylepubs.com Gordon Montgomery | gordon.montgomery@lifestylepubs.com CONTRIBUTING WRITERS

Christine Frisella, Julie Brown Patton, Kathleen Kaiser, Emily Martinez CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS

Food, Glorious Food!

Kathleen Kaiser, Nicolette Martin, Emily Martinez, Casey Pierce, Dana Rudolph

ARE YOU HUNGRY, CHESTERFIELD? We’re sure you will be when you read—or should we say devour—this issue, the most drool-worthy one of the year: the Foodie issue!

We love to indulge and scour the streets to be introduced to the most delicious places, people and plates. We found plenty of material to fill these pages and feed your soul.

We are excited to showcase some of the sensational local flavors and global cuisines in town and around the city as we are a truly a dining destination.

While we don’t like to play favorites, the Foodie issue is near and dear to our hearts. After all, food is not only nourishing (and delicious) but it also brings people together—whether it’s a special anniversary dinner, a much-needed lunch break with coworkers, a friend’s birthday party or even a casual weeknight meal with family.

Food is often considered one of life’s great pleasures.

Consider this issue your foodie guide featuring the best places to satisfy your

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we wouldn’t steer you wrong.

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Dig in, Chesterfield.

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INSIDE THE ISSUE OCTOBER 2019

FEATURES 22 Mentoring for Independence There's Always a Seat at These Tables

28 Brunch + a Matinee = a Day Date!

32 Worth the Trip to Cottleville Stone Soup Cottage Offers Special Parties and Six-Course Menu

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44 Falling for Plaid Adding Hints of Plaid to Give Your Home a Touch of Fall

28 DEPARTMENTS

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Lifestyle Letter

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Good Times

16

Around Town

18

Giving Back

22 Local Limelight 28 Food & Wine 40 Locally Owned 44 Trend Setter 46 Culinary Creations 50 Driver’s Notebook 52 Lifestyle Calendar 53 Realty Report 58 Parting Thoughts

GOOD TIMES

Backstoppalooza Brings Big Benefits Backstoppers' representatives put on another amazing concert and annual party at the Chesterfield Amphitheater. This incredible event now will be known as “The Ed Nestor Memorial Backstoppalooza,” in honor of Chesterfield Police Captain Ed Nestor, who not long ago lost his battle with pancreatic cancer. Backstoppers' funding goes to family members of regional, fallen heroes who die while on duty.

Welcome, Officer Celia Saavedra!

Chesterfield officials and residents recently welcomed the city's newest police officer, Celia Saavedra. Officer Saavedra has prior experience in law enforcement.

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BALABAN'S MOVES BACK TO CENTRAL WEST END Balaban's owners,

Brian

Underwood

and

Steve McIntyre, sold the restaurant after operating in Chesterfield for 10 years. The restaurant was purchased by Karen Halper, owner of Patty Long Catering, the Mahler Ballroom, Enchanting Embellishments and Mary Ann's Tea Room. She moved it back to its Central West End roots to 412 N. Euclid, across the street from the restaurant's original location.

SMALLCAKES OPENS IN CHESTERFIELD Smallcakes is a cupcakery and creamery that

MIMI'S REFRESHES NAME, MENU AND LOOK

was recently opened by local owners at 1721

The casual dining chain known since 1978

Clarkson Road to serve fresh-baked cupcakes and

as Mimi’s Cafe is being transitioned to Mimi’s

fresh ice cream daily.

Bistro and Bakery. The brand’s refresh is part of a

Franchise owner Jeff Martin launched the

larger reinvention strategy for the French-inspired

Smallcakes franchise almost 10 years ago and

concept that’s been owned by Le Duff America

appeared on the first season of Cupcake Wars. He

Inc. since they purchased it from Bob Evans Farms

attended the Chesterfield grand opening.

Inc. in 2013.

Among the specialty cupcake flavors that can

Adding bistro to the chain’s name reflects a

be found at the new shop are unicorn, peach,

French feel, with a nod toward relaxation, says one

blue cookie monster, cookies and cream, and red

of the company's executives.

velvet. They have gluten-free options as well as "pupcakes" for furry friends.

Also changing are Mimi's non-French menu items such as tacos. New menu items include new house wines, cocktails, and appetizers such as flatbreads, brochette, charcuterie boards, and hummus and crudites.

Mimi's dining interiors are being updated with art packages featuring Parisian bakeries and French landscapes. The local Mimi's location is at 17240 Chesterfield Airport Road.

BUNGE RELOCATING HEADQUARTERS TO CHESTERFIELD Executives of Bunge Limited, a leading company in food, ingredients and agriculture, are moving the company's global headquarters to Chesterfield from White Plains, New York. The move is expected to be completed by the end of the second quarter of 2020.

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car ran through the storefront earlier this year.

To celebrate reopening, Beth and her team launched their "go Beyond" campaign that focuses on connecting with local communities on a deeper level "to help them live their best lives."

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during the 2019-20 season. The program raised more than $20,000 last year.

For every power play goal the Blues score during their regular season, Ameren Missouri will donate $500 to a local children’s charity. Four finalist charities will be announced Nov. 30 with the winning charity to be decided by public vote. Online voting will occur Dec. 1 through Jan. 31, and the winning charity will be announced Feb. 6. A check presentation will take place at the end of the Blues season April 2.

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AS A REAL ESTATE APPRAISER, JAIME ZOGRAFOS IS USED TO BEING DETAIL-ORIENTED. As a breast cancer survivor, Jaime learned the true value of harnessing strength together with others. So, now she’s pooling her experience to give back to other women and their supporters by providing a nonprofit for cancer survivors, an online store for items that are helpful after breast cancer-related surgeries, as well as opening new retail locations to encourage the process of osteogenesis to enhance the strength of bones.

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MENTORING FOR INDEPENDENCE THERE'S ALWAYS A SEAT AT THESE TABLES ARTICLE JULIE BROWN PATTON

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TOWARD ACHIEVING FUTURE GOALS. “Circumstances, such as poverty, racism, substance abuse, absent parents and other family struggles make it significantly tougher for some young people to navigate successfully into independent adulthood,” says Bob Stergos, who along with his wife, Chrissy, founded the St. Louis-based nonprofit, A Seat at the Table.

In 2014, Chrissy says she and Bob sensed God urging them to expand on the vision He’d given them about assisting others by sharing their home and inviting others into their family, perhaps providing housing assistance, resources, educational support, vocational assistance and emotional and spiritual counseling.

Bob and Chrissy already knew a little something about lending support. They have four sons by birth, so their house was pretty full. However, in 2001, the family was

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It wasn’t long before a second young man, similarly in need of a new living situation, came to their attention through a local youth pastor. The family reached consensus again; an invitation was made and accepted.

To date, the Stergos family has invited a total of five young men to “take a seat at the table” with them, staying for varying time frames as they work to become independent adults.

“Each young man came from a unique situation which made living with his own families difficult or impossible, CONTINUED >

DEDUCTIBLE FINANCIAL DONATION." —BOB STERGOS, CO-FOUNDER OF A SEAT AT THE TABLE. October 2019 | Chesterfield Lifestyle

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“EACH YOUNG MAN CAME FROM A UNIQUE SITUATION WHICH MADE LIVING WITH

and we welcomed each one with acceptance— providing love, coaching, celebrations and encouragement,” Bob says.

“Each has become a valued member of the

HIS OWN FAMILIES

family, occupying a seat at the table and a space

DIFFICULT OR

to bridge the gaps between partnering youth

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in the hearts of the family.”

Now, A Seat at the Table nonprofit exists groups and adulthood by providing residential mentoring in a family environment for at-risk and under-resourced 18-25-year olds selected from those partner youth organizations, such as Urban K-Life, Angels’ Arms, Lift for Life

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Bob says two “residential” models are offered

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by A Seat at the Table: + An apartment building in which a “house mom and dad” care for up to four under-resourced 18-25-year olds. + An existing home in which a couple or family agrees to take in at least one qualifying under-resourced 18-25-year old.

Bob says his background of 20-plus years in the employee incentives/engagement field, along with his team-building experience, certainly has come in handy. Likewise, as an associate pastor specializing in youth, young adult and family issues, Chrissy also brings valuable skills to the table.

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or two of The Barn’s scrumptious homemade

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pastries, cakes, pies or cheesecakes, made

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creation featuring an all-star cast on Netflix.

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Chef Carl McConnell AND HIS WIFE, NANCY, SEARCHED FOR

MANY YEARS TO FIND THE PERFECT LOCATION TO OPEN THEIR INTIMATE, FINE-DINING

RESTAURANT.

Nestled

in the heart of historic Cottleville, Stone Soup Cottage took root in 2009, and Carl and Nancy opened their doors, set their tables and welcomed their diners into a unique culinary world to explore—one that changes every 30 days.

Stone Soup Cottage is open to the public only a few nights a week, offering a

Chef Carl McConnell

six-course tasting menu and wine flights.

It offers just one seating of up to 40 guests and one seasonal tasting menu a night.

The prix fixe menu changes every month and offers an opportunity to embrace classically prepared European fare, focusing on the regions of southern France and northern Italy.

Coined the hardest reservation to secure in the area, Stone Soup Cottage brings seasonal elegance, hospitality and fine, French-inspired cuisine to guests night after night.

Stone Soup Cottage is open for dinner Thursday through Saturday evenings.

Due to the intimate atmosphere of the cottage, space is limited to 10 guests or less per table.

However, with Thanksgiving and other special, seasonal gathering dates around the corner, Carl reminds that October is a perfect time to secure reservations for holiday and company parties for Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday evenings. A private group meal on one of these three evenings must include 15 or more guests, and providing a least a week’s notice will enhance various date selection availability.

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WORTH THE TRIP

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Cottleville

Fourth course—crepes with wild mushrooms, fresh farm cauliflower, pesto, house-made ricotta and bechamel

Sixth course—summer peach gateaux with buttermilk gelato

Fifth course—breaded tournedos of prime beef with pepper relish, French gnocchi and hollandaise

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It was the next logical step for this farm-to-fork restaurant to be located on the very property that supplies the majority of their produce. The McConnells then purchased 6 1/2 acres overlooking the fields and ponds. The current restaurant sits on the exact location where the Wiese Family barn stood. The original 1930s barn was carefully dismantled pieceby-piece and repurposed in the new structure.

“It was important to use as much of the original barn into the new home of Stone Soup Cottage once it was learned the barn could not be saved,” Carl says.

Stone Soup Cottage guests now experience an intimate dining approach while enjoying breathtaking views of surrounding farm.

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ARTICLE JULIE BROWN PATTON | PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY OF CITRUS SPRINGS/CS GROUP

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P

RODUCTS

OF

BEVERAGE

A REGIONAL

MANUFACTURER

ARE FEATURED IN MORE THAN 25,000 RESTAURANTS, HOTELS, CASINOS, BARS, CLUBS, UNIVERSITIES, INSTITUTIONS AND VACATION VENUES AROUND THE UNITED STATES. Known as parent company CS Group,

the

teams

focus

business’s on

local

CS Group's CEO, Rich Davis

innovation,

quality and product efficacy to create unique beverage brands that are timely and on-trend.

CS brands are sold through an elite network of distributors each selected for their strong reach into their markets, according to CS Group’s CEO, Rich Davis.

Among the company’s brands are “Cool Attitudes Fresh, Natural Mixers,” “Citrus Springs Juices,” and “Paradise Juice and Mixers.”

The Cool Attitudes’ craft mixer lineup includes expertly crafted mixers, especially for margaritas, bloody marys, sweet and sour drinks, and ginger beer flavors. Their products are crafted with Fair Trade cane sugar, organic agave nectar, fresh juices and other natural flavors.

From the CS lab to the marketplace, their teams say they’re building consumer excitement one drink at a time.

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TREND SETTER

falling for

plaid ADDING HINTS OF PLAID TO GIVE HOMES A TOUCH OF FALL

ARTICLE CHRISTINE FRISELLA PHOTOGRAPHY DESIGNER: STEPHANIE POHLMAN OCTOBER IS HERE! And with it comes chilly weather, colorful leaves, and cozy fires to snuggle next to. But, the change in weather does not mean you have to redecorate your entire house to fit with the season.

Designer Stephanie Pohlman, of Stephanie Pohlman Designs, shows us how adding just a touch of plaid can make your home ready for fall. For your entryway, add in a pop of color with an orange and plaid throw. In the sitting area, swap out your pillows for that cozy feel. And in the dining room, change out your table settings to include plaid napkins.

These small and simple touches will catch that fall season from outside and bring it right into your home.

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Sitting Area

+ Plaid Pillows: Homegoods + Plaid Throw: Homegoods + Black Plates: Hobby Lobby + Wood Chargers: Crate and Barrel + Plaid Napkins: Homegoods

Entryway

Dining Room

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CULINARY CREATIONS

ARTICLE EMILY MARTINEZ

EMMY LOU STYLES AN EASY MAKE-AHEAD BREAKFAST

IN A RUSH FOR BREAKFAST THIS MONTH BECAUSE OF BUSY FALL SCHEDULES? Don’t skip breakfast! Chesterfield life and style blogger, Emily Martinez from Emmy Lou Styles shares this quick makeahead "Sheet Pan Pancake" recipe that the whole family will enjoy!

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SHEET PAN PANCAKES INGREDIENTS

BAKING INSTRUCTIONS

+ 4 cups Bisquick pancake mix

+ Preheat oven to 425 F; spray cookie sheet with cooking spray.

+ 4 eggs

+ In a large bowl, mix Bisquick, eggs, milk and vanilla until combined.

+ 2 cups milk

+ Pour batter into pan and spread evenly.

+ 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

+ Evenly distribute toppings across the batter.

+ 1-2 cups toppings of your choice

+ Bake for 20-25 minutes.

(i.e. chocolate chips, peaches,

+ Refrigerate leftovers for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave

strawberries and blueberries)

before serving.

+ Optional: Syrup for serving + We went with four different toppings that we could distribute evenly throughout the pan—strawberries, blueberries, peaches and chocolate chips (the kid fave, of course).

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DRIVER’S NOTEBOOK

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ARTICLE JULIE BROWN PATTON PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY OF SARAH'S CAKE SHOP

SEEN SARAH'S CAKE STOP TRUCK LATELY?

ST.

LOUIS’S

“ORIGINAL

CUPCAKE

ON

She says they experienced a slightly different

WHEELS” ANCHORS FROM SARAH’S CAKE

take on the, “If you build it, they will come,” concept.

STOP IN CHESTERFIELD, BUT THE BUSINESS’S TRUCK CAN BE SEEN IN A VARIETY OF

“We found, ‘If you bake it (and bring it), they will come.’”

REGIONAL SPOTS VIA SARAH’S CAKE “STOPS.”

Jill says their objective is to make customers’ lives

Jill Umbarger, owner of the bakery, says a strong

a little sweeter by making fresh-baked cupcakes and

fan base during 2010 spawned the idea to emulate

specialty desserts available in convenient locations.

other cities and create a new food scene.

“Our truck can be booked for corporate func-

“When we hit the road, it took a little patience, but

tions, special events or parties—and we promise

we quickly found our niche,” Jill says. “Most impor-

to make it all a memorable time for your guests,”

tantly, we found our fans and lots of them!”

Jill says.

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THE DESSERTS

+ Moist cake slices, with wedding cake (traditional almond cake lay-

+ Gooey butter cake with a dollop of cream cheese frosting, of

ered with almond buttercream), are offered daily; on occasion, they

course, is a daily offering—it is the St. Louis area, after all!

also offer chocolate cake slices layered with a chocolate milk crumb

+ Cupcakes—with more than 150 flavors, they mix up the combina-

crunch and chocolate buttercream.

tion offered through a daily selection of five to six rotating flavors. + Decadent, chocolate brownies topped with frosting and pieces,

For autumn fanfare, Jill says customers can look for pumpkin cupcakes and, perhaps, a new caramel apple cider.

such as cookies and cream or Reese’s are always offered. + Gourmet cookies are large enough to share—or not!

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OCTOBER

LIFESTYLE CALENDAR

5

will teach youths (ages fourth grade to

and the Home Builders Institute to teach,

eighth grade) the basics of archery such

inspire and prepare young workers for

ZOOTOBERFEST

as bow mechanics, dominant eye, and

their new careers in the trades.

how to hold the bow, attach an arrow and

Saint Louis Zoo

aim at the target. The resident fee is $12;

This event is like Oktoberfest with a Zoo

the nonresident fee is $15. For more infor-

flair including a variety of beers (authentic

mation, call 636.812.9500.

HARVEST DINNER AND THE CHOCOLATE PIG

German, local and national Oktoberfest, and seasonal), root beer for kids, and German specialties, including bratwurst and pretzels. Exclusive Zootoberfest beer steins secure discounts for refills.

Zootoberfest (to be held Oct. 5-6 and

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Food Roof Farm

METAL DETECTING IN OUR OWN FRONT YARD

Join a final harvest, multi-course meal of the season with elevated comfort food and chocolate treats crafted by The

Chesterfield Valley Athletic Complex

Chocolate

Join Gateway Metal Detecting Club

sourced from rooftop farms. There also

as they introduce metal detecting.

will be live music. Ticket donations

5

The seminar will start with an informal

directly fund Urban Harvest STL's food

presentation followed

questions

security and education programs. For

CODY JOHNSON CONCERT

and answers. The group will then do

more information on the programs,

hands-on metal detecting in the Athletic

visit UrbanHarvestSTL.org.

Oct.12-13) also includes live music and fall-related kids games and crafts.

Special

guests

for

this

by

Pig,

using

ingredients

Complex. Participants may bring their

Chesterfield Amphitheater

concert

own equipment or use the equipment

include Riley Green and The Steel

provided by Gateway Club members.

Woods. Cody's passionate, rowdy con-

Register at OlderAdults@Chesterfield.

certs have drawn comparisons to Garth

MO.US or call 636.812.9500.

Brooks. He's known for channeling his energies into pieces that reflect his reallife experiences. Doors open at 6 p.m.

Ticket prices are $30 to $75 each.

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13 ST. LOUIS VEGFEST 2019

World’s Fair Pavilion, Forest Park

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The second annual St. Louis VegFest is

ADULT WORKSHOP— WHEEL THROWING

restaurants, information booths and

a free, family-friendly celebration of all things vegan. The event features vendors offering a wide variety of

Art Unleashed

vegan/cruelty-free items. It also show-

This is an introduction to the pottery

cases speakers, chefs, lifestyle experts,

wheel, as well as a fun night out in

musicians and entertainment for kids.

The Grove

Chesterfield with friends. Participants

Email Info@StLouisVegFest.org.

This independent, wildly eclectic annual

will learn the step-by-step process for

street festival is family-friendly with a

creating bowls on the pottery wheel. The

kids zone, street performers, live music,

workshop fee is $45 each.

THE 14TH ANNUAL GROVE FEST

plus food and drinks from local Grove businesses. Crafts, fashion and art from local artist and vendors will be for sale.

Help paint the 14th annual paint-bynumbers outdoor wall mural. This neighborhood festival runs until 11 p.m.

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WIZARD FEST

FESTOOL ROADSHOW 2019: ST. LOUIS

Potter-themed party range from $10

The Ready Room

Tickets for St. Louis's wildest Harry to $75. VIP tickets include early bird

National Wood Flooring Association

access and a custom-made wand.

5

The 2019 Festool Roadshow team

Supreme Package tickets include the

members head to Chesterfield and

wand, a goodie bag and early entry.

ARCHERY CLASS FOR YOUTHS

will be there until 3 p.m. They are

Call 314.833.3929 for more information.

partnering with This Old House, Keep

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Chesterfield Valley Athletic Complex

Craft Alive, SawStop, Shaper Tools,

This is a beginners level archery class that

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REALTY REPORT NEIGHBORHOOD

REALTY REPORT CHESTERFIELD

ORIGINAL PRICE

SOLD PRICE

%SOLD/ORIG

DOM

BDRMS

BATHS

Village Green

$214,900

$214,900

100%

1

3

2.5

River Bend Estates

$245,000

$245,000

100%

7

3

2

Meadowbrook Farm

$304,900

$290,000

95%

98

3

2

Shenandoah

$299,900

$299,900

100%

0

3

3

Meadowbrook Farm

$309,000

$300,000

97%

65

3

3

Baxter Lakes

$315,000

$315,000

100%

42

4

3

Meadowbrook Ridge

$330,000

$330,000

100%

3

5

3.5

Chesterfield Hill

$335,000

$335,000

100%

0

4

3.5

Baxter Lakes

$350,000

$339,000

97%

126

5

2.5

Meadowbrook Farm

$350,000

$350,000

100%

4

5

3

Greenberry Baxter Estates

$385,000

$377,500

98%

42

4

2.5

Greentrails Estates

$392,000

$392,000

100%

0

4

2.5

Baywood Villages

$424,900

$415,000

98%

0

3

3

Greenfield Village

$420,000

$420,000

100%

0

4

4.5

Walden Pond

$435,000

$426,000

98%

12

4

2.5

Kehrs Mill Trails

$475,000

$432,479

91%

7

5

4.5

Nooning Tree

$465,000

$450,000

97%

2

5

4.5

Chesterfield Farm

$467,500

$455,000

97%

47

4

3.5

Kehrs Mill Trails

$479,900

$460,000

96%

93

3

3

Westhampton

$525,000

$500,000

95%

15

4

3.5

Thousand Oaks

$550,000

$557,000

101%

33

4

3.5

Estates at Town & Country Crossing

$629,900

$600,000

95%

20

4

3.5

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22 STARTING THE HUNT FOR YOUR ANCESTORS

M Y L A G O S M Y W AY

Chesterfield City Hall

Laura Balluff Mackinson is co-ed-

itor of the St. Louis Genealogical Society

Quarterly.

Laura began

researching her family history in

1999 and is a member of local and national genealogical societies and

lineage societies. With Laura, Jane Theissen co-edits the quarterly. Jane, a retired academic librarian, has been

researching

both

parents’

families since the 1980s. Register at OlderAdults@Chesterfield.MO.US or call 636.812.9500.

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25 VINTAGE MARKET DAYS OF ST. LOUIS Chesterfield Mall

This is an upscale, vintage-inspired outdoor market featuring original art, antiques, clothing, jewelry, handmade treasures, home décor, outdoor furnishings, consumable yummies and seasonal plantings. The market is a three-day event held several times a year in Chesterfield, with 100-plus vendors to shop. Admission is free for children younger than 12 years old. Tickets can be bought online at VintageMarketDays.com.

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This Expo will include educational

sessions, a trade show and keynote

speakers for new business startups

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PARTING THOUGHTS VITO'S BRINGS BACK SICILY'S SECRETS

Tracking the Tastes of Italy ARTICLE JULIE BROWN PATTON PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY: VITO'S IN THE VALLEY

The LaFata family in Italy

IS IT REALLY AN ITALIAN MEAL IF PIZZA OR PASTA ISN’T INCLUDED? Well, in Sicily, Italy, they might say memorable meals center around olive oil from olives plucked from their yards, freshbaked bread, sausage-eggplant sandwiches, swordfish and really great wines from hand-picked grapes.

Giovanni and Jessica LaFata, co-owners of Vito’s in the Valley restaurant in Chesterfield, recently returned from a trip to Italy to visit with Gio’s extended family.

“We ate with different family members for every meal but didn’t consume the same thing twice,” Jessica says.

As tradition after the LaFatas’ trips to the Sicily region, the couple discussed the food trends and tastes to which they were exposed in Italy that might make a great addition to their restaurant’s menu.

Jessica says they were especially impressed with the basil pesto lasagna they had, which was, “melt-in-your-mouth rich but still light with a creamy taste sensation.” She says they had this lasagna, topped with pine nuts, with white wine on an outside patio, and they simply fell in love with it.

Jessica says that version of lasagna was four layers high, but that it wasn’t overwhelmingly heavy in its consumption sensation. “We definitely are going to find a way to add this sensational lasagna to our menu,” she adds.

Another item they had within 90% of their meals was swordfish, prepared in a variety of ways. “Italians showcase their swordfish much like we Americans highlight filet mignon,” Jessica explains.

Jessica says they even got to participate in a fish fry, which contained various sizes of lightly breaded fish. She was surprised to learn that her favorite bites were actually sardines. “They weren’t at

Giovanni and Jessica LaFata, owners of Vito's in the Valley restaurant,

all salty or oily,” she says.

vow to search for the best ways to infuse their restaurant's menu

It goes to show Americans that Italian dishes may be rooted in old-world Italy notions but actually are ever-changing!

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