Restaurant Spotlight

River City’s five unique restaurants hit the jackpot every time

River City’s five unique restaurants hit the jackpot every time

Hitting the jackpot at River City Casino takes on new meaning, especially when it comes to dining at one of its five distinct restaurants, each uniquely styled with menus that run the gamut from flapjacks to prime steaks. “We have a lot of... read more »

 

Vista Grande offers Mexican food and beyond

Vista Grande offers Mexican food and beyond

If having trouble choosing whether to pick Mexican food or Italian pizza for dinner, consider Vista Grande Mexican Restaurant, the home of Bino’s Pizzeria. Vista Grande added pizza to the menu mix when Brain Bino, who operated Bino’s Pizzeria,... read more »

 

Timber Creek Grill is ‘your neighborhood bar with great food’

Timber Creek Grill is ‘your neighborhood bar with great food’

Timber Creek Grill owner Pat Tully knows how to satisfy hungry customers because he knows what it takes to make a successful grill. “Timber Creek Grill’s menu is a combination of what I think an American grill should have – burgers, a... read more »

 

Picasso’s Bistro’s Mediterranean fare is just what the doctor ordered

Picasso’s Bistro’s Mediterranean fare is just what the doctor ordered

By SUZANNE CORBETT Step into Picasso’s Bistro and the first thing you may notice is its subtle heart décor.  Abstract paintings of hearts are hung on the walls – a subtle approach Dr. Melda Dolan, a cardiologist and Picasso’s Bistro... read more »

 

Hidden treasures found at Lucky Spring

Hidden treasures found at Lucky Spring

By SUZANNE CORBETT Hidden treasures are often found within one’s own neighborhood, such as Lucky Spring –where authentic Chinese cuisine is prepared daily. “We are a little hidden, but our customers always say they’re glad they’ve... read more »

 

‘Expect the unexpected’ at Cedar Lake Cellars

‘Expect the unexpected’ at Cedar Lake Cellars

By SUZANNE CORBETT When Carl Bolm first opened Cedar Lake Cellars in Wright City, Mo., wine was not a consideration. The 100-acre property was first developed as an event center, embracing its early 20th century farm theme. “I grew up out... read more »

 

Celebrate May with a fiesta at El Azteca

Celebrate May with a fiesta at El Azteca

Central Mexico is renown as the historical center of Aztec culture and a unique regional cuisine. El Azteca Mexican Restaurant celebrates both Aztec heritage through its décor and central Mexico’s style of cooking. “I’m from Central Mexico,... read more »

 

Senor Pique inspires customers to go beyond burritos

Senor Pique inspires customers to go beyond burritos

Wholesome family recipes encompass the menu at Senor Pique, where regional authentic flavors of Mexico are served daily. “We cook the kind of food I grew up with,” Angel Jimenez, owner of Senor Pique, said. “My mom makes all the sauces... read more »

 

Erio’s Ristorante’s consistency keeps people coming back

Erio’s Ristorante’s consistency keeps people coming back

By SUZANNE CORBETT Mastering the art of Sicilian cooking begins with learning from an expert. Pete Pulizzi, owner of Erio’s Ristorante, first learned the art de cuisine from his mother. “Lasagna, the spaghetti sauce and fresh tomato, garlic... read more »

 

Fresh, traditional fare rules at Mi Lupita

Fresh, traditional fare rules at Mi Lupita

By SUZANNE CORBETT Ask Jose (Pepe) Campos about recreating authentic Mexican dishes, and the first thing he will tell you is that everything must be begin with fresh ingredients. “Everything has to be made fresh – nothing made out of can,”... read more »

 
 
 
 

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