Should you wish to behold the glory that is an entire pig being smoked at Pappy’s Smokehouse, Mike “Pappy” Emerson will show you how it’s done. (Amy Tara Koch / Chicago Tribune)
Where to find the best food in St. Louis, whether you’re looking for gooey cake or fine dining.
Corn agnolotti at Farmhaus, a fine-dining restaurant with a rustic-cool vibe. (Amy Tara Koch / Chicago Tribune)
For the best gooey butter cake, head to Gooey Louie, a carryout-only joint at 6483 Chippewa St. (Amy Tara Koch / Chicago Tribune)
Ted Drewes, the 80-year-old frozen custard shop, resembles a cartoonish snow-covered cabin straight off the set of “Frozen.” (Amy Tara Koch / Chicago Tribune)
At Adriana’s On The Hill, delicious food is served under the watchful eye of Adriana Fazio. (Amy Tara Koch / Chicago Tribune)
Gioia’s Porknado is a melt-in-your-mouth trio of hot salami, ham and bacon piled on garlic cheese bread. (Amy Tara Koch / Chicago Tribune)
An arachnid-looking chandelier hangs over the open kitchen at Olio. (Amy Tara Koch / Chicago Tribune)
