Show Me South County with Kevin Duy

Episode 22 of the Show Me South County Podcast features Jerica Mosello from Milk & My Honey - a high fashion and function clothing and accessories company for nursing moms. This South County based business was "born" from the frustrations Jerica experienced as a new mom while trying to find clothes that made her feel and look her best while also being super functional to nurse her baby. It was like the post postpartum fashion industry was forcing nursing moms to choose between wearing cute outfits that made them feel great and confident about their bodies, or outfits that made it easy to nurse their babies. There was nothing that combined great fashion with high functionality. So that's why South County native Jerica Mosello started her passion business, Milk & My Honey. In this episode you'll hear: Jerica share the full story behind Milk & My HoneyWhy Jerica is so passionate about this businessWhat Jerica's biggest challenges are while growing her businessWhat her biggest "win" has been so farWho Milk & My Honey is made for& more Shop Milk & My Honey's WebsiteMilkAndMyHoney.comConnect With Milk & My Honey on Social MediaMilk & My Honey will be appearing at Pop-Up Shops around the South County and St. Louis area. Follow them on social media so that you can see where they'll be AND when they get new and out of stock items in their online store. @MilkAndMyHoney on Instagram@MilkAndMyHoney on Facebook@MilkAndMyHoney on Pinterest I Love Helping Families Find (or sell) Their Perfect Home In South CountyIf you're looking to relocate to or within the South St. Louis County community, I would love to be your guide through the process. I'm a real estate agent with eXp Realty and I specialize in helping families find their perfect South County home and sell their South County home.I would love to hear your story and learn about your family's vision for your next chapter. If you think we'd be a good fit, let's talk.Email: kevin.duy@exprealty.comCall or text: 314-303-6597Facebook DM: http://m.me/kevinduy24Follow The Host:I would love to connect on Facebook and Instagram. Send me a friend request and a follow!Connect with Kevin on FB.Connect with Kevin on IG.And now for legal reasons, I must provide the phone number of my brokerage:  eXp Missouri: (866)224-1761

Welcome to episode 21 of the Show Me South County Podcast with Kevin Duy. In this episode I'm excited to introduce you to Jennifer Lunsford, owner of That's Sip, a new coffee shop in the heart of Oakville. Best Coffee In St. Louis - South County Who doesn't love a freshly brewed cup of coffee? Especially when the beans are locally sourced and the coffee is made with love! If you're looking for the best coffee in St. Louis - South County, you've got to stop by That's Sip and give their coffee a few sips. Coffee Shop In Oakville More specifically than South County, That's Sip is a coffee shop that's located in the Oakville community of South St. Louis County. The owner, Jennifer Lunsford grew up in the Mehlville School District.  In This Episode Jennifer shares: What varieties of coffees, protein shakes and Italian sodas That's Sip offersWhere she got the inspiration and idea for That's SipWhy keeping her drinks to 3 simple ingredients is important to herHow you can order online for a faster pick upWhere That's Sip is located And more... That's Sip's Location:That's Sip is located in the same plaza as Cloverleaf Sports Lounge and Snap Fitness off Telegraph Rd.Their address is:6060 Telegraph Road, Saint Louis, Missouri 63129Order Your Coffee Online From That's Sip! That's Sip makes it quick and easy to place your order. Simply go to That's Sip's website.  Click "Order Online" and place your order. So you can place your order online right before you leave your house. By the time you arrive at That's Sip, your coffee will be ready and waiting for you. Connect With That's SipKeep up with all things That's Sip by connecting and following them on Facebook and Instagram. I Love Helping Families Find (or sell) Their Perfect Home In South CountyIf you're looking to relocate to or within the South St. Louis County community, I would love to be your guide through the process. I'm a real estate agent with eXp Realty and I specialize in helping families find their perfect South County home and sell their South County home. I would love to hear your story and learn about your family's vision for your next chapter. If you think we'd be a good fit, let's talk. Email: kevin.duy@exprealty.comCall or text: 314-303-6597 Facebook DM: http://m.me/kevinduy24Follow The Host: I would love to connect on Facebook and Instagram. Send me a friend request and a follow! Connect with Kevin on FB. Connect with Kevin on IG.And now for legal reasons, I must provide the phone number of my brokerage:  eXp Missouri: (866)224-1761

Welcome to episode 20 of the Show Me South County Podcast. This podcast is all about celebrating the people, businesses and neighborhoods that make living in South St. Louis County, awesome. In this episode we focus on the people aspect. Well, to be more accurate, a person. Emmanueul Mooty to be exact. Emmanueul is a super talented local artist who resides in Oakville with his wife and two sons. I saw Emmanueul share some of his most recent art work on Facebook and I had to reach out to have him on the show. His creations are amazing. In this episode he shares: the story of when he started to discover his artistic abilities his favorite mediums to create withhis style and process for creating a new pieceand moreEmmanueul isn't just a talented fine artist, he also has a graphic design degree. He's been a freelance graphic designer for years and enjoys creating logos, marketing materials, package design and more for other businesses. If you would like to hire Emmanueul to work on a commissioned work of art, or if you have a graphic design need, email him at: emmanuelmooty@yahoo.comFollow Emmanueul on Instagram @emmanuelj.mootyI Love Helping Families Find (or sell) Their Perfect Home In South CountyIf you're looking to relocate to or within the South St. Louis County community, I would love to be your guide through the process. I'm a real estate agent with eXp Realty and I specialize in helping families find their perfect South County home and sell their South County home. I would love to hear your story and learn about your family's vision for your next chapter. If you think we'd be a good fit, let's talk. Email: kevin.duy@exprealty.comCall or text: 314-303-6597 Facebook DM: http://m.me/kevinduy24

On Episode 19 of the Show Me South County Podcast I welcomed John Armengol from Andre's Banquets & Catering. One of my favorite things about doing this podcast is learning the stories behind businesses that have been a staple in South County for decades. Before having John on the podcast, I never knew that Andre's has been a family run business since his dad John Armengol, Sr started the business in 1980. Best Place For Wedding Reception In South CountyAndre's has built an amazing reputation over the years as one of the best places to have your wedding reception or private event in South County. But over the past decade or so, Andre's has expanded and grown like crazy. They now offer 13 locations (and counting) across the region. They have an event space for every budget. In This Episode You'll Learn: How many years it took before John Armengol, Sr could take a salary from the business.Why John Junior had to answer their home telephone "Andre's, how can I help you?" when he was a kid.  What lessons and traits John learned by watching his father and mother work so hard as a team to lead their family and family business. What Andre's slogan "Taking the Tangle Out of Tying The Knot" truly means. How Andre's can be your "one-stop-shop" for everything you need on your wedding day.How Andre's can have a professional hair and makeup trailer come to the bride's home the morning of the wedding. How the grooms can take their tux off after the reception and leave it at the Andre's venue. What different things Andre's does to help and support events within the South County Community. So much more about a great family run business and success story in South County. Get In Touch With Andre's Banquets & CateringIf you'd like to talk to Andre's about having your wedding or other big event at one of their banquet locations or having them cater your event, here's how to get in touch. Call: (314) 894-2622Email: info@andresbanquet.comClick Here to visit the Andre's website. Click Here to check out the Andre's Facebook page. 

On Tuesday, April 6th, voters within the Mehlville-Oakville community have a great opportunity to generate $35 million for the Mehlville School District. The bond issue, called Proposition S, will help our home town district fund projects to improve student safety and accessibility and deferred maintenance WITHOUT INCREASING TAXES. That's right, Prop S is a bond issue that will result in ZERO TAX RATE increases. On Episode 18 of the Show Me South County Podcast I'm joined by Mehlville Superintendent Dr. Chris Gaines and leaders of the Mehlville-Oakville United Committee Abby Riess, Nikki McRae and Rebecca Bahora. On this episode you'll learn: How the $35 million generated by Prop S will be usedWhy the current entrances of our schools provide a safety threat to students and faculty Where the $35 million will come fromHow the funds will be distributed to each schoolWhat will happen if Prop S doesn't receive a 57.14% YES vote and failsand more!Learn More About Prop S CLICK HERE for more details on the Mehlville School District website. Stay informed by following the Mehlville-Oakville United Committee Facebook Page. Get a Text Reminder to vote on April 6th.Get Out And VOTE YES on Prop S to ensure that our schools are safe! 

On episode 17 of the Show Me South County Podcast I welcome Ethan Huegerich, a 19-year old entrepreneur from the Oakville area of South St. Louis County. Ethan doesn't just own and operate one successful South County company, he owns two! He's an impressive and inspiring dude and I loved our conversation. I think you'll enjoy his story as well. In this episode Ethan shares: How and why he started each of his businessesThe difference between washing and detailing a carFun stories of the worst and filthiest cars he's ever had to detailHow much of an impact and influence his parents have had on himGreat advice for other entrepreneurs, especially young ones like himThe different services and packages each of his businesses provide and more!Rinse And Shine Auto Detailing The first company that Ethan started is a mobile auto detailing service that comes to you. There's just something about the feeling you get from getting in and driving a meticulously cleaned and detailed car. It makes you feel like a million bucks! Ethan and his team have a strong attention to detail and they'll make your vehicle look and feel like new again.  Ron's Lawn CareAfter you have your vehicles detailed and looking new, have Ethan give your lawn some love. Then you can have the best looking yard and cleanest cars on the block. Contact Rinse And Shine Auto DetailingWebsite (easy online scheduling and payment)Call: 314.319.3597Email: ethan@rinseandshinestl.comFacebookContact Ron's Lawn CareWebsite (easy online scheduling and payment)Call: 314-478-3703Email: ronslawncareplus@gmail.com  Facebook

Congratulations to the Oakville Tigers boys varsity basketball team and their 2021 District Championship. Fresh off their big victory over Fox, coach Traxler was kind enough to come on the show. Being a life long athlete and now having kids of my own who love competing in sports, I loved talking to coach Traxler. On this episode of the Show Me South County Podcast, you'll hear: How important leadership is to a team's successWhat a coach (or parent) can do to get the most leadership ability out of their kids What coach Traxler's background and experience isCoaches that Traxler admires and tries to emulate What coach Traxler's philosophies are for coaching his team on and off the courtWho the leaders of this season's team areand more!Cheer On The Tigers In Poplar Bluff The team's next game in their quest for the state championship is against Poplar Bluff in Poplar Bluff on Tuesday, March 9th at 6 P.M. There are not crowd restrictions due to COVID in the Poplar Bluff gymnasium, so let's have a fun and safe road trip and pack the gym with Tiger fans! 

One Episode 15 I was joined by Tommy Irwin, the owner of Cloverleaf Sports Lounge in Oakville. Cloverleaf is a great sports bar in South St. Louis County with a fantastic game day atmosphere. They pack 19 big flat screen TVs into a space that's less than 2,000 square feet. So there's not a bad seat in the house when you stop in to catch a game or two. Everyone Loves Tommy's Balls Cloverleaf Sports Lounge is quickly becoming known for their signature menu item... BALLS! Tommy talks to us about how he came up with this delicious creation (and why he loves to say "BALLS."

Welcome to Episode 14 of the Show Me South County Podcast with Kevin Duy. This episode launched on February 19th. So, it's not exactly Christmastime. But, we currently have about 6-8 inches of snow on the ground and frozen ponds and lakes all across South County. So one could argue that there's definitely a Christmas feel in the cold air! Best Christmas Light Display In St. Louis  My guest on today's episode is Jeff Ehlemeyer. Jeff is quickly becoming known as the Affton Christmas Lights and Train Guy. That's because over the last few years Jeff has had one of the best Christmas Light displays in St. Louis. Actually, I wouldn't even call it a display. What Jeff has created in his front yard is a magical Christmas Experience for children young and old. Christmas Train Rides For Kids  Jeff loves Christmas and he wanted to go beyond having a cool light display. He wanted to create a memorable experience for kids. For the past two Christmas seasons he has been giving kids free train rides through his Christmas wonderland display at his Affton home. Donations For Shriner's Children's Hospital  Jeff accepts donations for the display and train rides and this year he was able to donate nearly $3,000 to the St. Louis Shriner's Children's Hospital - all from the donations he collected in his front yard this past Christmas! On This Episode  Jeff shares: Why he was inspired to create such a massive Christmas displayWhere his love of trains came fromThe story behind where he got his Christmas trainWhat it meant for him to donate nearly $3000 to ShrinersWhat he has planned for Christmas 2021Thanks for listening! -Kevin 

South County is full of impressive and ambitious young adults. John Allen and his older sister Theresa Allen are two of them. John had an idea to create a brand and apparel business around supporting first responders. He not only wants to help support first responders, but he also wants to help people view them in a more positive light. John is currently studying at St. Louis Community College and plans on pursuing a law enforcement career. His sister Theresa brings a keen eye for design and business savvy to the company. Together they make a great team for this startup apparel brand. You can see and order their merchandise on their website Shop-RTB.com.  John has also been setting up a booth at Small Business Saturdays events at Oakville Sports Pub and OSP Tap Haus. Respect The Badge also provides local porch drop off services. Give their Instagram page a follow so that you can be the first to know about new products John and Theresa release. 

A few years ago my wife and our four kids enjoyed a fantastic dinner at a new, locally owned restaurant in the South County area. It was a spring day and we sat in a rustic, modern barn style room. The room had a great indoor/outdoor feel to it. The huge windows were opened and it reminded us of restaurants that we've been to in Florida. The Cardinal's game was on and everywhere you looked there was a great view. The atmosphere was awesome. Best Indoor/Outdoor Dining In St. LouisThat "new" restaurant was Cafe Telegraph near the intersection of Telegraph Road and Jefferson Barracks Road. Although it's not new anymore, I still believe it's one of the best kept secrets in South St. Louis County. If you love outdoor dining, this place offers one of the best indoor/outdoor dining experiences in St. Louis. Episode 12 GuestBill Cieslinski, one of the owners of Cafe Telegraph, was my guest on episode 12. In this episode you'll hear: How Bill and his business partners found the location and how their vision came to lifeHow much of the buildout consisted of recycled products (it's an impressive amount) What menu items Cafe Telegraph is known forHow their unique indoor/outdoor barn design allowed for them to remain steady during Covid South County restrictionsWhat it's like for Bill to balance running a restaurant and family lifeand more!Visit Cafe Telegraph2650 Telegraph Rd, SAINT LOUIS, MO, 63125Call: 314-200-9952 - for curbside orders or to make a group reservationCLICK HERE to visit their website. 

Adam McChesney joined me on Episode 11 of the Show Me South County Podcast to share the story of his business Mizz Marketing. Adam grew up in the Oakville area of South St. Louis County and attended St. Francis grade school and Vianney High School. Digital Marketing Agency In St. LouisAfter a successful five year run in the medical device space, Adam shifted his career focus to the digital marketing space. He launched Mizz Marketing, a digital marketing business that helps small to mid-sized businesses with: Lead generationSearch Engine Optimization (SEO)Website DesignSocial Media MarketingBrandingLogo DesignIn This EpisodeAdam shares some great success stories about how Mizz Marketing has helped other small businesses see a massive ROI from their marketing dollars since joining forces. Adam also shares:Common ways businesses waste marketing budgetsHow digital marketing helps business owners see where their money is being spent and what's working Why digital marketing is scalable and other forms of advertising aren't The difference between boosting social media posts and actually having a social media marketing strategy What types of businesses can benefit the most by having a conversation with himand much more!  Connect With Adam and Mizz MarketingPhone: 314-540-9092Email: mizzmarketing10@gmail.comClick here to visit the Mizz Marketing website.Click here to visit Mizz Marketing on Facebook.

When it comes to insurance, it's important to hire an insurance agent that you know, like and trust. You want an insurance agent who cares, someone who will look out for your best interests. An insurance agent should be someone you feel comfortable calling and talking to whenever you have questions. Best Insurance Agent In South St. Louis CountyFor many South Countians Donna Young from Donna Young Agency is that trusted agent. Donna has been a State Farm Insurance agent in South County for 16 years. Her office is located on Meramec Bottom Road near Highway 55. In episode 10 of the Show Me South County Podcast Donna shares her journey of going from being a Special School District teacher for 13 years into her career as an insurance agent. In This Episode You'll Learn: How to know if you have the right coverage for the best ratesHow to lower your car insurance rates, especially if you have a teen driverGreat tips for protecting your possessions and getting reimbursed in the event of a fire, flood or burglary to your homeHow you can get free car wash gift cards just for spotting Donna's Mini CooperThis was a fun episode where Donna shares some great tips and insights that can help with your insurance needs. State Farm Insurance Agent South County, St. LouisIf you're looking for a State Farm Insurance agent in the South County, St. Louis area, give Donna a call. She's always happy to have a conversation to see if she can help you get the coverage and costs you need. Connect With Donna Young Agency Phone: (314) 487-2755Click here to visit Donna Young Agency on Facebook.Office Address: 4401 Meramec Bottom Road, Suite CSt Louis, MO 63129

I've been a fan of this small business since the first time I saw one of their cool signs shared on Facebook. My wife Kim and really like the modern farmhouse design style made famous by the HGTV show Fixer Upper. Seven Eight Sign's designs remind me of that look and feel, so it was a thrill to have the owners on the podcast. Signs Made From Reclaimed WoodAll of their signs and other products are made from reclaimed wood. The reclaimed wood gives their signs the type of character and depth that you just can't recreated. Plus, they're salvaging material that would wind up in a landfill somewhere. Husband And Wife TeamSeven Eight Sign is a husband and wife team comprised of South County residents, Erin and Brian Moeckel. The business started out as a way for the couple to make some extra money while Erin took a one year maternity leave after the birth of one of their kiddos. But as it turned out, they really have a knack for making awesome products out of reclaimed wood. Growing DemandOver the years, through word of mouth and social media, their small family business has consistently grown. The Moeckels had to make the transition from having a hobby that made some extra money, to running a part time small business. They recently hired their first employees who help them make signs, furniture, their super popular cornhole game sets and even the bean bags that go with the sets. Seven Eight Sign OnlineThen next big step in the growth of their business was creating an ecommerce website where people can place orders from anywhere in the world. Their roots may be here in South St. Louis County, but their products are all over the world. CLICK HERE to visit the new Seven Eight Sign website (78sign.com)In this episode Erin and Brian share:How their business got startedWhere they find so much reclaimed woodWhat their most popular products areSome of the very unique and one-of-a-kind signs they can createWhere the name Seven Eight Sign comes from What their goals are for the future of their business And more... Connect With Seven Eight SignI love seeing all of their cool designs and products in my Facebook and Instagram feed, so I recommend giving their pages a like and a follow with the links below. Like Seven Eight Sign on Facebook.Follow Seven Eight Sign on Instagram. Visit the Seven Eight Sign website. ------------------------------------------------  

Do you like shopping and finding cute new clothes? Do you like hanging out with friends? Then you'll love Just Friends Boutique. Ashley Johnson and Tina Dinsmoor are great friends who share a love of shopping and having fun with friends. So they decided to combine two things they love by opening Just Friends Boutique. Women's Boutique In St. Louis Just Friends Boutique is an online women's fashion boutique and the owners, Ashley and Tina, live in Oakville (South County, St. Louis). In this episode of the Show Me South County Podcast you'll learn: -          Where the idea for Just Friends Boutique came from. -          How Just Friends Boutique chooses their outfits and where they get them from.-          How to see their latest styles and surround yourself with other fun girls who love to shop and have fun.-           What are the most popular selling itemsShop Online Among Friends Ashley and Tina say that Just Friends Boutique is a fun, fashion loving community of women that also has cute clothes you can order. But if you just want to have a fun, positive place to hang out on Facebook, there's never any pressure to buy a thing. Join the Just Friends Boutique private Facebook Group to see what all the fun is about, including “Thirsty Thursdays.” Connect With Just Friends BoutiqueCLICK HERE to join the Just Friends Boutique private Facebook Group.CLICK HERE to follow Just Friends Boutique on Instagram.CLICK HERE to shop their website. ----------------------------------------------------- 

Cory Parolin is in the business of brightening days. She's the owner of Irene's Floral Design, the only independent flower shop in Oakville, MO. What's The Best Flower Shop In St. Louis? If you ask Oakville residents, many will say it's Irene's Floral Design, located in Oakville. Irene's Floral Design can be found on Telegraph Road, in the same plaza as Blarney Stone, next to the Oakville Butcher Block. Who Is The Best Florist In St. Louis? Cory Parolin would receive a ton of votes for that distinction as well. I was honored to have Cory on the podcast to share her story and the story behind Irene's Floral Design. Connect With Irene's Floral DesignFollow Irene's Floral Design on Instagram, Facebook and the website. CLICK HERE to visit Irene's Floral Design on Instagram.CLICK HERE to visit Irene's Floral Design on Facebook. CLICK HERE to shop their website.CALL IRENE'S FLORAL DESIGN at (314) 200-3351VISIT IRENE'S FLORAL DESIGN: 4315 Telegraph Rd St Louis, MO, 63129----------------------------------------------------- 

My guest for Episode 6 is Darrion Cockrell "Mr. DC," the Missouri Teacher of the Year from Crestwood Elementary School in the Lindbergh School District. If you're not inspired by listening to Darrion Cockrell's story, you may want to check your pulse. What DC had to overcome and endure at a young age is nothing short of incredible. In this episode you'll find out what it's like to: be one of six kids raised by a young, single mother who has a serious drug addictiongrow up in a neighborhood surrounded by gang violence, drug abuse and police brutality be a sixth grader carrying a knife and wondering if you're going to have to kill another person to defend yourself have an adult finally believe in you and look out for your best interests when you've grown up without a stable adult in your lifebe taken in and loved by another family who helped provide some stability and direction in your lifelive through your 16-year old brother being shot and killed for being in the wrong place at the wrong timewonder why God would choose you to receive the blessings of having the right people in your life so that you can turn things aroundcome from a life destined to end up in prison or the morgue and instead become the Missouri Teacher of the YearYou'll learn so much more from Darrion Cockrell's interview on Episode 6 of the Show Me South County Podcast. DC has an infectious smile and personality. The love he has for his students and his career comes shining through, especially when he talks about the CrestFit program that he put together to help support healthy lifestyle choices for students, faculty and parents at Crestwood Elementary. Don't just listen to this episode, share it on Facebook or Instagram to help your friends hear the inspirational story of Darrion Cockrell.  What's The Best School District In St. Louis?By winning the Missouri Teacher of the Year DC definitely put Lindbergh near, or at the top of the list for best schools in St. Louis. The Lindbergh School District has always had a great reputation for being one of the top school districts in St. Louis County. DC just put Crestwood Elementary on a lot of people's radars. It's no secret that people often move into an area because of the school district. Because of Mr. DC, I wouldn't be surprised if more people were buying houses within the Crestwood Elementary district. I mean, who wouldn't want your child influenced and encouraged by Darrion Cockrell? Heck, he's got me so fired up, I'm ready to go back to elementary school right now. -----------------------------------------------------  

One of the best healthy meal replacement and drink options in St. Louis can be found in Oakville, along Telegraph Road. Star Nutrition provides meal replacement shakes, herbal teas, energy boosting teas, fat reducers that are HEALTHY!  Star Nutrition is owned by Melissa and Kyle Schnable. In this episode Melissa shares their story that includes her substantial weight loss after she was introduced to the healthy shakes that she and her husband now provide at their store. First Responder Owned Business In St. LouisKyle Schnable is a firefighter for the Antonia Fire Department and he works at Star Nutrition on days when he's on duty. Melissa and Kyle both love making a difference in the St. Louis and South County community. They use some of profits from their business to give back to the community on a regular basis. Healthy Weight Loss Options In St. LouisHave you ever found yourself drinking a tasty milkshake and wishing it was healthy? Believe it or not, that's not an unrealistic wish at Star Nutrion. With flavors like peanut butter brownie and fudge striped cookie, they have meal replacement shakes that taste amazing. They literally taste like ice cream shakes. But they're sugar free, low in fat, loaded with vitamins and minerals and have a nice protein to carb balance to keep you filled and fueled up. Healthy Energy Tea In St. LouisIf you need a morning or early afternoon boost, stop by Star Nutrition for one of their amazing energy teas. Not only do these teas taste great, they're also a lot of fun to look at! I love following Star Nutrition on Instagram and Facebook just to see the beautiful drinks they post in their feed all the time. So many bright colors and fun names and themes. Brighten Your Day You can tell that Melissa, Kyle and their whole team have a lot of fun with their job. And their fun and enthusiasm rubs off on their customers. I dare you to visit Star Nutrition and leave without having an improved mood and outlook on your day. How To Order They accept call ahead or walk-in orders and offer curbside and pickup options. 314-221-5454Hours of Operation Monday - Friday 6am - 3pmSaturday 9am - 3pmSunday 8am - 1pm Star Nutrition AddressStar Nutrition is located at: 5445 Telegraph Rd Oakville, MO 63129 (Right next to Jimmy John's in the plaza behind Taco Bell.)Connect With Star Nutrition CLICK HERE to follow on Instagram.CLICK HERE to like their Facebook page.----------------------------------------------------- 

If you're anything like me, you want to support local St. Louis businesses that give back to the community. If that's the case, you'll definitely want to put your support behind For The Girls Boutique. Ashlee Westervelt and Jessie Selz were my guests for Episode 4 and they shared the great story behind their South County based business. For The Girls Boutique specializes in providing unique, cute and fashionable clothing for women of all shapes and sizes. But once you listen to this episode you'll see that Jessie and Ashlee are about a lot more than shopping and fashion. They're driven by a bigger purpose than wanting to be the best boutique in St. Louis. A St. Louis Business That Gives Back One of the driving forces behind For The Girls Boutique is giving back to people within the South County community. Ashlee and Jessie are constantly giving great deals in their Facebook group, For The Girls Boutique VIP. And they're always going beyond just giving flash sales to their customer community. Recently a member of their community jokingly posted "Send wine" after she had a not so great day. What did Ashlee and Jessie do? They loaded up an InstaCart order of $70 worth of wine, snacks and even toilet paper and sent it to their member just to brighten her day. Giving Back To St. Louis First Responders For The Girls Boutique has been participating in the popular Sports Pub Market on Saturdays and they did something really cool to support The Sports Pub and first responders. They opened a $300 tab at The Sports Pub for first responders to enjoy a meal and drink on their tab. The girls share the details of their awesome gesture in the episode. Most Popular Product In The Boutique For The Girls Boutique is constantly updating their product lines, but right now their "Teddy Bear Cardigan" is their most popular winter product. I'm a dude, but this hooded cardigan sounded so soft, warm and cozy that they even made me want one! HaHa. I mean, I'm a hockey dad, so I'm always looking for things that will keep me comfortable and warm in cold rinks. :>) Join The For The Girls Boutique VIP Facebook Group  The best way to check out all the great designs and special deals For The Girls Boutique provides is to join their private Facebook group. You'll not only be the first one to see their new products, but you'll also get to know Ashlee and Jessie and become a part of their close knit and supportive community. Even if you never become a customer of theirs, you'll enjoy and benefit from joining their Facebook group. We can all use more fun and positivity in our lives, especially these days. To join the private group just CLICK HERE or search for "For The Girls Boutique VIP" on Facebook. Connect With For The Girls Boutique In addition to joining the private Facebook group, you can also connect with For The Girls Boutique by following them on Instagram and shopping their website. CLICK HERE to visit For The Girls Boutique on Instagram. CLICK HERE to shop their website. ----------------------------------------------------- 

What's the best sports bar in St. Louis? If you ask around Oakville, in South County you'll have a lot of folks tell you it's The Sports Pub. The Sports Pub is a popular neighborhood restaurant owned by Jason Rebholz and Colleen Miskovic. It's located at Telegraph Road and Christopher in Oakville, MO. The Sports Pub is a great family friendly St. Louis restaurant for lunch and dinner. Many Oakville residents will tell you it's the best sports bar to watch a game in St. Louis. Watching a big game in your home is great. But there's just something special about the atmosphere at The Sports Pub. When everyone is rooting for the same team, you can feel the emotion and energy with every big moment in the game. There's nothing like it.  The Sports Pub StoryIn this episode you'll hear stories like: How The Sports Pub was startedThe best thing about owning your own sports barThe worst thing about owning your own sports barDo all of the locally owned restaurants along Telegraph get along, or are they rivalsWhat is Small Business Saturdays at The Sports Pub?Best Chicken Wings In St. LouisThe Sports Pub has built quite a reputation for having outstanding chicken wings. Many locals will tell you they have the best wings in St. Louis. Choose from their signature pub sauce, hot sauce, trashed, garlic pepper parmesan, teriyaki, bbq, sweet-chili, sriracha, Cajun or Colleen's favorite. Jason's Favorite WrapIf chicken wings aren't your thing, there are plenty of other tasty options to choose from. The Sports Pub has great pizza, burgers, nachos, apps, wraps and more. Jason's proud of his creation, the Bubba Wrap. He shares what makes the Bubba Wrap so great in this episode. Toasted Ravioli Pizza?When I asked Colleen and Jason about their most popular menu items they blew my mind when they said they have a Toasted Ravioli Pizza. A T-Rav Pizza?! Seriously! You've got to hear Colleen describe how they make it. It sounds awesome and I can't wait to order one. Place Pick Up OrdersAs of 11/29/20 St. Louis County Covid-19 restrictions prohibit restaurants from having indoor dining. You can still enjoy great meals and drinks from The Sports Pub and Tap Haus by placing curbside pick-up orders.Call 314-846-3782 to place your order. The Sports Pub Address: 6348 Telegraph RdOakville, MO 63129Connect With The Sports Pub & Tap Haus On Social MediaFacebook.com/OakvilleSportsPub Instagram.com/OakvilleSports-----------------------------------------------------  

What's the best wine bar and restaurant in St. Louis? If you ask many Oakville residents, they'll tell you it's Cellar House. Cellar House is a quaint and popular restaurant in South St. Louis County that specializes in a fantastic selection of wine and delicious food that pairs well with it.   Best St. Louis Restaurant for Wine LoversIf you love drinking wine, learning about new wines and hearing the story behind every bottle, you've got to try Cellar House. They have an outstanding selection of wines sourced from around the globe and a very knowledgeable staff. And if you're not a wine aficionado, there's no need to be intimidated to grab a bite to eat and a drink at Cellar House. It's offers a laid back atmosphere with a friendly and helpful staff that is more than happy to help you find the best wine for your palette.  Not Just Wine Cellar House offers more than just a great selection of wine. They also provide an enjoyable menu of spirits and beer. Buy Your Favorite Wine, Beer and SpiritsCellar House is more than a restaurant. They also sell wines, beer and spirits so that you can keep your home bar and wine fridge stocked with your favorites. Most Popular Menu ItemsIf you're a regular at Cellar House you'll recognize that they keep their menu fresh. New items are always being rotated in. When I asked Patrick about their popular menu items he said their shrimp and grits are really popular right now. He also joked that they should rename the restaurant “Slider House” instead of Cellar House because they sell a lot of sliders. If you're a slider fan they have three types to choose from: beef, chicken and tuna. The Story Behind Cellar HousePatrick Ahearn, the owner of Cellar House grew up in South County - the 63128 zip code to be exact. But he didn't grow up dreaming about being a restaurant owner. He attended Kansas State University and received a degree in architecture. He had a successful start to his career in architecture, but a shift in the economy led to him getting laid off. Wine was a longtime hobby of his and he decided to take his passion for wine into a new career. 10 years ago he opened Bottle Cellars, a small wine bar and retail space in Oakville, St. Louis. The original vision was to serve simple food items, but that part of the business quickly expanded due to the popularity. Cellar House Is BornAfter Bottle Cellars was in business for five years, Patrick grabbed an opportunity to expand next door and open Cellar House a small, full restaurant that offered an expanded and diverse menu.  After a successful five-year run, Patrick again was looking to expand into a bigger space. That's when an ideal location presented itself. In the spring of 2020 Cellar House moved about a mile north on Telegraph Road in Oakville to it's new location in front of the Dierberg's in Telegraph Plaza.  Place Pick Up OrdersAs of 11/29/20 St. Louis County Covid-19 restrictions prohibit restaurants from having indoor dining. You can still enjoy great meals and drinks from Cellar House by placing curbside pick-up orders Tuesday through Saturday from 4-8 pm.Call 314-846-5100 to place your order. Cellar House Address: Telegraph Plaza5634 Telegraph Road,Oakville, MO 63129Connect With Cellar House On Social MediaFacebook.com/cellarhousestlInstagram.com/cellarhousestl----------------------------------------------------- 

Welcome to Show Me South County! This podcast is all about celebrating the businesses, people and neighborhoods  that make living in South St. Louis County AWESOME! You'll hear great stories behind locally-owned businesses and personalities who live here in SoCo. You'll also learn things like: Why South County is a top area to live in St. Louis, Missouri? What are the best neighborhoods for families in St. Louis South County? What are the best restaurants in South County St. Louis? What are the best parks and trails in St. Louis South County? What are the best schools in St. Louis South County? What are the best sports teams for kids to join in St. Louis South County? and a whole lot more!South County St. Louis is a fantastic place to live and raise a family. Our neighborhoods are tight knit communities and everyone looks out for each other. South County offers some of the best restaurants in St. Louis. South County also boasts some of the best family friendly restaurants in St. Louis. The host, Kevin Duy was born and raised in South County. He grew up in Affton where he met his wife Kim in high school. They've lived in the Oakville area of South County for the past 20 years. They have four kids and know all about what it's like to raise a family in St. Louis South County. Subscribe to Show Me South County and you'll see what it's like to live in St. Louis South County.