An Ignoble Experiment: Chicken Seven Has What It Takes to Succeed, If the City Would Let It

2022/02/25

Chicken Seven Has What It Takes to Succeed, If the City Would Let It

Plus multiple St. Louis restaurants nominated for James Beard Awards

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Review: Chicken Seven Has What It Takes to Succeed, If the City Would Let It

By Cheryl Baehr

Kirkwood Bakery Awarded "Best Croissant in Missouri"

The best croissant in the entire state of Missouri is right here in the St. Louis metro area, according to the popular food brand "Eat This, Not That." The company announced on its website, EatThis.com, that Nathaniel Reid Bakery (11243 Manchester Road, Kirkwood; 314-858-1019), the five-year-old Kirkwood pastry shop, takes top honors for the Show-Me State, singling out its croissants from its dazzling array of "savory dishes and exquisite pastries." Though Reid is no stranger to accolades — the James Beard Award semifinalist is consistently ranked amongst the country's top pastry chefs and has been nationally recognized by publications like Food & Wine, Travel + Leisure and Dessert Professional Magazine — he is humbled by this latest honor.

St. Louis Standards: Kenrick's Is Not Just a Butcher Shop. It's an Institution

Multiple St. Louis Restaurants Nominated For James Beard Awards 2022

The James Beard Foundation has smiled upon the St. Louis food and beverage scene.

Taqueria Morita, From the Owners of Vicia, Will Open This Spring

The Cortex Innovation District will soon have a spot for tacos, fresh-made salsa and other Mexican-inspired fare courtesy of the minds behind Vicia (4260 Forest Park Avenue, 314-553-9239). Taqueria Morita, a new outdoor restaurant, will open at Vicia's new outdoor dining space this spring, bringing with it a new opportunity for the Vicia team to expand its offerings to the casual diner.