Delicious Holiday Traditions in STL

Holiday traditions. All of us have them. In this episode, hosts George Mahe and Cheryl Baehr dive into a few holiday essentials for St. Louisans—the dishes, the drinks, the places, and the feel good stuff we look forward to experiencing every year. Get the dish on classic traditions including:

• Where to find the best baked goods in town—for gifting, or indulging yourself
• The most festive spots in St. Louis to soak up the holiday spirit
• Classic Christmas Eve dinner options
• The coziest fireplaces for warming up on chilly nights
• Why fruitcake deserves a second chance 
• … and plenty more seasonal delights!

Tune in and get ready for some memorable—and delicious—holiday fun! Listen and follow Arch Eats on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever podcasts are available.

This episode is sponsored by Gateway Arch Park Foundation and supported by St. Louis Symphony Orchestra . Winterfest, presented by Bank of America and World Wide Technology, is open downtown through December 31. Experience ice skating, s’mores, igloos, food and drinks, and more. Learn more.

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Mentioned in this episode:

• Clementine’s Ice Cream: Multiple locations.
• Missouri Baking Co.: 2027 Edwards, The Hill, 314-773-6566.
• Anheuser-Busch Brewery Lights: 1200 Lynch, Soulard, 314-577-2626.
• Grant’s Farm: 10501 Gravois, Grantwood Village, 314-843-1700.
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