my city life

with Mel Boban

There’s music, and then there’s live outdoor music. As we cozy up for fall, I’m sharing some local spots that feature live music atmospheres for a socially distant but real connection for relishing in the moment. Tracking down live music spots and even live music calendars around town can be difficult - especially during the pandemic. So, I’ve asked around and corralled a list of restaurants and bars offering live music for a short list. Live music is a great way to discover local...

It doesn’t get better than Sunday brunch - Saturday brunch - in St. Louis. Today I’m ordering off the menu for you you at my favorite St. Louis brunch locations to make it easy! Pick a spot, bring this along and enjoy a scrumptious local eating experience.1. Brasserie in Central West EndFirst things first, grab a spot outside if it’s nice out and head straight to the cocktail menu. I’d recommend the corpse reviver or the violet 75 – something outside your traditional mimosa without missing...

Finally, a spot that can satisfy several cravings at once in an outdoor, pet-friendly setting! 9 Mile Food Truck Garden is new to St. Louis in 2020 and offers an open air, amphitheater style setup for food trucks to visit each day for lunch and dinner. It’s perfect for groups, since everyone can choose their local St. Louis food truck of choice (usually there are 5-6+ to choose from at a time). How is this all set up? Let’s take a tour…9 Mile is located in Affton, Missouri...

It's the perfect time of year to enjoy a good patio! After leaf peeping, you might have an appetite. Crisp, fresh air and local food and drinks go perfectly together – especially in company with your friends. Gather up your crew, grab a socially distant table and head to one of my favorite spots to eat and drink outside in St. Louis. The best patios in St. Louis are scattered around, so there’s surely one near you to check out! Some of them are known for more than there patios and could be...