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The Hermann Wurst Haus in Hermann, Missouri has been a staple in the community for years. Now, allowing their delicious recipes to be shared, the Wurst Haus is offering sausage making classes where attendees can learn the German tradition of sausage making. The classes are hands-on, and involve the instruction of three-time Hall of Fame …

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Running of the Beds is a bed race and community festival hosted by Flourish, Kansas City’s only furniture bank, that will raise support to provide free beds for 1,500 families. Get ready to rev up the bed wheels because Flourish’s second-annual Running of the Beds race will be held from 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Saturday, April …

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Five made-in-Missouri products, including a duster, vanilla, and jewelry. Give It a Spin and Then Dust Again At the Wool Shop in Grant City, the Andrews family believes, “You need to start with the best to produce the best.” In business since 1983, the Andrews use natural wool to create environmentally friendly dusting products. Unlike …

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Pastry has and always will hold a special place in my heart. That is why I am choosing to focus on Nathaniel Reid Bakery, Missouri’s best French pastry shop. Owned by my friend Pastry Chef Nathaniel Reid, the bakery and pastry shop is located in the charming suburb of Kirkwood in St. Louis County. I …

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Wanting to celebrate the Lunar New Year in 2025? This event is for you! On January 26 from 10 AM–4 PM, The Nelson Atkins Museum of Art is hosting a Lunar New Year Festival Celebration with dozens of activities, demonstrations, and bites to eat. “The museum has seven free family festivals each year, and Lunar …

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Shape Foods

With at least one notable and odious exception—and yes, I’m looking at you, Brussels sprouts—I’ve recently become a big fan of spherical food. It’s really quite a masterful design. I mean, would an apple, orange, or grape possess such a captivating and whimsical allure if it was shaped like an octagon, hexagon, or parallelogram? Would …

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Vintage Market Days® in St. Charles, Missouri is a vintage-lovers heaven! This event is held twice-a-year, typically once in the spring and once in the fall. With over 100 vendors attending the Vintage Market Days® event, visitors are sure to find something to add to their home, wardrobe, or vintage art collection. On top of …

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Farina Ristorante and Oyster Bar in Kansas City has gained a following for the “modern Italian” creations of its owner, James Beard award-winning Chef Michael Smith. Chef Michael prides himself on using the finest ingredients in his top-tier Italian restaurant at 19th and Baltimore. His menu is inspired by the various regions of Italy, and …

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Historic downtown Cape Girardeau is known to be a diverse and thriving community full of restaurants, murals, and unique shops. At its center lies the fine dining destination of 36 Restaurant & Bar. Owned and operated for the past nine years by Vanessa and John Eric Klein, it has become a favorite in the city, with its majestic view of the mighty Mississippi River from the second story dining room. 

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Hosted by the iconic Independence soda company Polly’s Pop, PopFest is a celebration of all things pop: soda pop, popcorn, pop music, pop quizzes … you get the idea. Come for the sweet treats, stay for the surprises that are sure to pop up.

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Those who just can’t get enough chips and dip won’t want to miss the 417 Salsa Fest in Springfield. A celebration of all things salsa, the event features a salsa taste-off, a hot-pepper-eating contest, live music, Latin dancing, and more.

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Wurstmeister Mike Sloan, who owns Hermann Wurst Haus and Fulton Wurst Haus, just won a slew of awards for his artisanal, hand-crafted meats. Want to see for yourself how the sausage gets made? Sloan shares his secrets in a series of classes.

Andrew Ridley Mushrooms

There are thousands of mushrooms waiting to be found in Missouri.

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The Barred Owl Butcher and Table takes the nose-to-tail philosophy to the next level. The items on the menu are influenced by Italian and Spanish traditions and are as beautiful as they are tasty and locally sourced.

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Sweet Tooth Alert: This festival in a charming, historic river town will treat you to 20 vendors sharing chocolates. Free give-aways, prize drawings, and music round out this paradise for chocolate lovers. Get your passport to chocoholic bliss.

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Raise a glass and toast this Ozark town that is hosting a Brew Fest as a fundraiser to support the arts. Expect half-a-dozen independent breweries and a couple of big distributors representing another dozen breweries, both classics to trendy.

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In an atypical year for food, our staff got creative in the kitchen.

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The Farmers’ Table Wine Trail pairs local female farmers with six Hermann wineries, and that’s just the start. Plan your calendar around all the Hermann Wine Trail events. This year’s tantalizing themes are sure to make your mouth water.

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First an old farmhouse was converted into a gift shop in 2003, then Sybill’s Saint James was built on the property in 2006. The fine-dining restaurant and accompanying gift shop are owned by Tom and Janet Scheffer and their daughter Sybill Scheffer.

Davis Candy Company

Downtown Branson candy shop has kept the same recipe for a century.

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Exchanging holiday treats is a time-honored tradition and what is better than a batch of fresh-baked goodies from a friend or family member. Missouri Life reached out and got cookies, their stories, and recipes from all across the state. Try one of these recipes for your own cookie exchange.

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Black walnuts are common in Missouri and have many, many uses. From savory to sweet, these nuts are delicious and nutritious. Seared pork chops, tangy apples, and a hint of brown sugar makes this dish one for the holiday table.

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Making tartlets for the holidays could become your newest tradition. The pecans in the crust in this recipe make for a nice crunch and a perfect balance for the tart cranberries and the tangy apples. Top them with a small scoop of vanilla ice cream.

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Eggs Benedict are a brunch favorite. This recipe changes the traditional dish by adding smoked salmon. Perfect for a holiday brunch or your next lazy Sunday morning breakfast. And to top things off it is also a feast for the eyes.

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For many, eating what you hunt for has a lot of value. But if you do not want to hunt for your turkey, this recipe works perfectly for a purchased bird. The brandy soaked grapes add a tart and sweet undertone. Try this recipe!

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Clafouti is a baked dessert traditionally made with layers of fruit. This take on clafouti is made with butternut squash and hazelnuts with a rich egg and vanilla batter. Treat your family and friends to a rich take on a traditional dessert.

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These cookies have ground coffee and coffee liqueur to give them the perfect robust flavor. Walnuts add a nutty crunch and the white chocolate adds sweetness. Try these with a cold glass of milk or a fresh-brewed cup of coffee.

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Make a batch of these moist, spiced pumpkin muffins for  Halloween or for a lovely brunch. Crunchy pecans, raisins, and warm spices make them delightful. Packed full of pumpkin, each muffin is a tasty treat. And you can freeze some for later.

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Gooey butter cake is the representative dessert of St. Louis and has thus become the representative dessert of the Show-Me State. Adding pumpkin elevates this ooey gooey dessert to a whole new level. Perfect for Halloween or anytime of the year.