Arch Eats

Who makes the best chicken salad in St. Louis? For decades, there was only one answer, but in this episode, hosts George Mahe and Cheryl Baehr dare to ask the question—and find some excellent options along the way. They’ll taste through 15 different locally-made versions of the dish, revealing tasting notes, stylistic differences and their personal preferences to help you navigate this picnic basket staple, just in time for summer. Watch Arch Eats on YouTube and listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever podcasts are available.

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This episode is sponsored by St. Louis Aquarium at Union Station. Dive into a splash of magic at the St. Louis Aquarium every Thursday through Sunday until June 14 with Mermaids on the Mississippi, bringing you face-to-fin with real-life mermaids. Don’t miss your chance to experience the spectacle, the wonder, and the fun. Grab your tickets.

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Memorial Day is upon us, and we’re celebrating the unofficial start to grilling season in the most St. Louis way possible: An entire episode dedicated to pork steaks. George and Cheryl get into everything you ever wanted to know about this definitively St. Louis barbecue dish—and then some—with the metro area’s undisputed king of the cut, BEAST Craft BBQ’s David Sandusky. From sauces to rubs, thickness to cooking fuel, the three will touch on every aspect of this venerated barbecue item so that you have all the information you need to make your backyard cookouts more delicious. Bust out the jorts, crack open a Busch and settle in to learn how you can make this your most St. Louis summer ever. Watch Arch Eats on YouTube and listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever podcasts are available.

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It’s a Cinco de Mayo-inspired fiesta at Arch Eats, and George and Cheryl are celebrating in the best way possible: With tacos and margaritas. In this episode, the co-hosts explore the city’s vibrant taco scene with must-visit destinations that range from the gold standards of Cherokee Street and the ultra-traditional, off-the-beaten path taquerias of North County, to parking lot birria stands in St. Charles and East St. Louis, and fun fusion spots that push the envelope of what one might even consider a taco. If you’re someone who treats Taco Tuesday like a weekly holiday, you’ll want to check this one out. Watch Arch Eats on YouTube and listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever podcasts are available.

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This episode is sponsored by Saint Louis Science Center. There’s a lot of wonder in the little word: why. It’s how we uncover how things work and what things are. At the Saint Louis Science Center, the wonder of why is the reason they exist. They bring it to life inside their building and throughout their community. Because why is where wonder begins and the Saint Louis Science Center brings it to life. Plan your visit at https://www.slsc.org/

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Before they were SLM dining writers and co-hosts of Arch Eats, George and Cheryl spent years in the restaurant industry where they learned the ins and outs of the business and saw just about every kind of customer you could imagine. In this episode, they draw on their combined decades of experience to share their essential dining “Do’s and Don’ts,” a restaurant etiquette 101 crash course that will help you have the best dining experience possible. Watch Arch Eats on YouTube and listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever podcasts are available.

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This episode is sponsored by Opera Theatre of Saint Louis, bringing world-class cultural experiences to your backyard with their 2026 Festival Season, May 23 through June 28. Don’t miss the classic comedy The Pirates of Penzance, the Tony Award-winning musical The Light in the Piazza, the American opera A Streetcar Named Desire, and the legendary Romeo and Juliet. Tickets start at just $25. Purchase your tickets today at https://opera-stl.org/

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Mexican cuisine is having a moment in St. Louis right now, and chef Alex Henry is a major part of that movement. Since opening his City Foundry food stall, Sureste, in 2021 and following up with his outstanding sit-down restaurant, El Molino del Sureste, two years later, Henry has been setting the bar for regional Mexican cuisine. A native of the Yucatán city Mérida, Henry celebrates the region’s cuisine at El Molino del Sureste with thrilling results—and earned himself a James Beard Awards semifinalist nomination for Best Chef: Midwest in the process. He shares his passion for Yucatecan cuisine with George and Cheryl, as well as his take on why St. Louis diners are so eager to experience traditional Mexican dishes. Watch Arch Eats on YouTube and listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever podcasts are available. 

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This episode is sponsored by 4 Hands Brewing Co. (https://www.4handsbrewery.com/) and supported by Cardinals Nation (https://www.mlb.com/cardinals/cardinals-nation). 4 Hands is celebrating the 10th anniversary of City Wide APA with collabs with ten local businesses. 

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Fritters and crullers and long johns, oh my! On this super-sweet episode of Arch Eats, George and Cheryl taste their way through St. Louis’ legendary doughnut scene, celebrating the independent shops that make our city so delicious, one delightful bite at a time. The co-hosts will share some insights on their favorite doughnut haunts, blind taste to determine their top picks, and give listeners a general idea of the depth and breadth of St. Louis doughnut culture. Brew some coffee, settle in, and check out how your favorite shop fares. 

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This episode is sponsored by Three Sixty Westport. Looking for the perfect way to unwind after work? Head up, way up, to Three Sixty in Westport Plaza. Perched on the 12th floor of the Gold Building, this rooftop lounge is now serving a brand new happy hour every Monday through Friday from 4–6 p.m. Enjoy food and drink specials, skyline views, and one of the best patios in the area. Learn more.

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Soup’s on at Arch Eats central, and George and Cheryl have a crock full of recommendations for where to get a delicious bowl. From the quintessential French onion to their favorite chili, the co-hosts dish on the best soups St. Louis has to offer, as well as which establishments are guaranteed to always have something delicious simmering in a stockpot. Whether the volatile weather has you craving something warm and soothing, a lighter lunch, or a cure for whatever ails you this time of year, their picks are sure to make your mealtime more delicious. Watch Arch Eats on YouTube and listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever podcasts are available.

This episode is sponsored by STAGES St. Louis. STAGES is celebrating 40 years of Broadway-quality musical theatre right here in St. Louis. Join STAGES for a milestone season featuring the hilarious 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, the return of the high-rolling charm, Guys and Dolls, and the powerful, heartwarming hit Come From Away. Get tickets.

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If your idea of sake has anything to do with shots of warm, rocket-fuel tasting beverage at a hibachi restaurant or sake bombs at the frat house, Darryl Vennard has news for you. For 25 years, the longtime wine and spirits professional has been setting the scene for a sake boom in St. Louis that has really taken off since 2020. In this episode of Arch Eats, George and Cheryl get the inside scoop on this surprisingly healthy beverage that is showing up on drink menus beyond the area’s Japanese restaurants thanks to its food-friendly characteristics. They also dispel several myths, including the notion that sake must be served warm. Whether you’re a sake aficionado or a curious newcomer, you’ll walk away with a newfound appreciation for this multifaceted beverage. Listen and follow Arch Eats on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever podcasts are available.

This episode is sponsored by St. Louis Symphony Orchestra. Don’t miss Playlist: Symphony Happy Hour, featuring a special spotlight on John Williams. Enjoy signature cocktails, conductor insights from Music Director Stéphane Denève and iconic music from Star Wars, E.T., and Close Encounters of the Third Kind. Happening on March 19 at Powell Hall, inside the Jack C. Taylor Music Center. Get tickets.

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Exposed brick, dim lighting, wooden beams, wood stoves and fireplaces. For George and Cheryl, these are the features that make a restaurant the sort of place that you want to tuck into during the dreary doldrums of late winter. St. Louis has an embarrassment of hygge-inducing spots and in this episode, the co-hosts will not only share their picks for the area’s essential cozy restaurants; they will tell you what to order at each place so that you can wrap yourself in warmth both inside and out. Listen and follow Arch Eats on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever podcasts are available.

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What will the St. Louis dining scene look like in 2026? In this episode of Arch Eats, co-hosts George Mahe and Cheryl Baehr dust off their crystal balls to predict what, how, and where people will be dining this year. From multi-concept spaces and affordable tasting experiences to soup flights and Ozempic menus, they’re dishing on the dining scene’s next big things and also share what trends they think are on the way out—or should be. Listen and follow Arch Eats on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever podcasts are available.

This episode is sponsored by Missouri History Museum and supported by City of Maplewood. On February 13, the Missouri History Museum hosts the Great Big T-Rav Remix—an after-hours party where local chefs reimagine toasted ravioli in unexpected ways. Don’t miss this party! Get tickets now.

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