Ever since she was a little girl working in her father’s restaurant, Toni Arcobasso knew she would keep the family tradition going.

It has been said that A’mis Italian Restaurant and Pizzeria has the best pizza this side of Chicago and many loyal local customers agree.

The heavy, inviting scent of home-cooked, hearty Italian food greets guests upon entering Erio’s Ristorante in St. Peters where customers always are treated like family.

Avid home brewer Abbey Spencer and long-time friend Brad Wheeling have combined their collective talents, namely Spencer’s unique beer brewing and Wheeling’s brewery experience, to create Third Wheel Brewing in St. Peters.

Nine years ago, Jack and Bill Massa knew exactly what they were doing when they opened in WingHaven. They created an oasis for good food, good drinks and good times, built around what’s considered to be one of the area’s best patios.

The Kathryn Linnemann Branch of the St. Charles City-County Library will offer free lunch to children under the age of 18 during summer break. Lunch will be served Monday-Friday from noon-1 p.m., June 8-August 9.

A love of cooking and a dream of owning a business has come true for Ibrahim Tunga, who opened his very first business this spring – the O’Fallon Family Restaurant.

Located at 2447 Hwy. K in the Four Seasons Shopping Center, Mike’s Grill and Tap is known for its extensive craft beer selection and its juicy, high-end, short rib burgers.

Anchoring a quiet shopping center near Edison Avenue and Long Road, Vito’s in the Valley is conveniently close to home, but world’s away in terms of taste, authenticity, atmosphere and experience. And, according to Jessica LaFata, who co-owns the restaurant with her husband, Giovanni, it’s time for St. Charles County residents to get in on the action.

In a quest to save money for his first car, Scott Ellinger worked as a dishwater in a local restaurant at the age of 15. That first job ended up leading him into the restaurant industry and a lifelong career.