Emily Standlee

St. Louis

Associate Editor at Feast

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Feast 5: Mason Parker, lead cook at Robin Restaurant

1 week ago | feastmagazine.com | Emily Standlee

Now the hot line cook at chef Alec Schingel’s new Robin Restaurant in Maplewood, Mason Parker has had quite the come-up in St. Louis’ hospitality industry, developing culinary skills even as a kid. “Growing up, my mom – one of my biggest inspirations – owned a bar in Soulard, so I was introduced to the industry at a very young age,” Parker says. He remembers cooking with his mom at events, landing his first job at Whole Foods at 16 years old.
St. Louis restaurant openings and closings: March 2025

2 weeks ago | stltoday.com | Emily Standlee

With the cold weather (mostly) out of the way, a slew of new restaurants opened their doors this month in St. Louis. Chef-owner Ben Welch debuted not one but a dual concept in The Grove: Little Lucy and Lucy Quinn. The two share the same space but operate as two distinct establishments. Elsewhere, Little Lager owner Manny Negron pulled the curtain back on Keep Quiet STL, a speakeasy, behind Urban Chestnut Brewing Co.'s courtyard in Midtown.
Platypus hosting cocktail competition with portion of proceeds going to PROMO

3 weeks ago | feastmagazine.com | Emily Standlee

Hey, St. Louis – if you love a cocktail competition as much as we do, here's your chance to experience a fun one for a good cause. On April 13 from 2 to 4 p.m., some of St. Louis' best bartenders will take to Platypus' bar in The Grove for the Merryvale Antigua Cocktail Competition. The challenge? Create the best drink using Merryvale Vineyards' Antigua Dessert Wine.
From essentials to over-the-top equipment, Intoxicology sets the bar high

3 weeks ago | feastmagazine.com | Emily Standlee

If you’re setting up a home bar, you need to build from the essentials. Instead of heading to a big box store, support local by wandering through Intoxicology in The Grove, a must-visit for anyone and everyone in St. Louis who appreciates the art of mixology. Even more delightful than the shop’s one-of-a-kind offerings are its owners, Melissa Pfeiffer and Andy Foerstel. “Bar tools, for us [and] how we look at it – it’s not just the gear,” Foerstel says. “It’s the books, also, and it’s the glassware.
Meet sotol - mezcal's funky, versatile cousin

3 weeks ago | feastmagazine.com | Emily Standlee

Trends come and go in every industry, but one product that has lasting power in the drinks world is Mexican spirits. In proof, a medley of tequilas took home gold medals at the 2024 New York International Spirits Competition; elsewhere, bar patrons are moving beyond the classic tequila shot with salt and lime, opting instead for mezcal negronis and Oaxaca old fashioneds.
St. Louis restaurant openings and closings: March 2025

3 weeks ago | feastmagazine.com | Emily Standlee

With the cold weather (mostly) out of the way, a slew of new restaurants opened their doors this month in St. Louis. Chef-owner Ben Welch debuted not one but a dual concept in The Grove: Little Lucy and Lucy Quinn. The two share the same space but operate as two distinct establishments. Elsewhere, Little Lager owner Manny Negron pulled the curtain back on Keep Quiet STL, a speakeasy, behind Urban Chestnut Brewing Co.'s courtyard in Midtown.
Feast 5 Q&A: Hope Capps of The Gelateria on the importance of community

3 weeks ago | feastmagazine.com | Emily Standlee

When The Gelateria caught fire in the early hours of March 7, the South Grand community and St. Louis at large were heartbroken. The loss was profound – to many, this was more than a coffee shop: It represented community, acceptance and inclusion for folks of all backgrounds. Hope Capps, current shop lead at The Gelateria, posted a message on the coffee shop’s Instagram page recently to thank everyone who had helped lend a hand in the wake of the fire.
From essentials to over-the-top equipment, Intoxicology sets the bar high

3 weeks ago | feastmagazine.com | Emily Standlee

If you’re setting up a home bar, you need to build from the essentials. Instead of heading to a big box store, support local by wandering through Intoxicology in The Grove, a must-visit for anyone and everyone in St. Louis who appreciates the art of mixology. Even more delightful than the shop’s one-of-a-kind offerings are its owners, Melissa Pfeiffer and Andy Foerstel. “Bar tools, for us [and] how we look at it – it’s not just the gear,” Foerstel says. “It’s the books, also, and it’s the glassware.
Meet sotol - mezcal's funky, versatile cousin

3 weeks ago | feastmagazine.com | Emily Standlee

Trends come and go in every industry, but one product that has lasting power in the drinks world is Mexican spirits. In proof, a medley of tequilas took home gold medals at the 2024 New York International Spirits Competition; elsewhere, bar patrons are moving beyond the classic tequila shot with salt and lime, opting instead for mezcal negronis and Oaxaca old fashioneds.
Last Call: Jordaryl Logan of The Moniker

3 weeks ago | feastmagazine.com | Emily Standlee

Named a 2023 Feast Rising Star alongside fellow Dinner at the Loft co-founders Elliott Brown and Brandon Panosh, Jordaryl Logan is known for his artfully crafted cocktails. His influence on St. Louis’ hospitality scene is undeniable – even if you haven’t met him, you’ve likely enjoyed his cocktails at Stew’s Food & Liquor or The Gin Room. And if you have met him, you know his warmth and kind smile are impossible to forget.