238 N. Euclid--French & Italian Bistro Dining is at its finest in this elegant restaurant at the corner of Euclid and Maryland in the CWE. For a business lunch, with white linen tablecloths on the table, excellent service and beautiful presentation of food, this sophisticated and contemporary restaurant may be ideal. Sandwiches and pastas $10-$15. Lunch entrees, $10-$11. Liluma
22 N. Euclid, at Laclede Ave. (314-361-3354)—Owners Tim Metz and Sean Olson, in the trendy Central West End are leading the way in St. Louis with a New York style deli. One of the house favorites is the French Dip, a half-pound of shaved roast beef with melted Swiss and Au Jus on a warm French roll. Salads and soup make this a popular destination for many young doctors from the hospitals nearby. The lines can sometimes get long, but the made to order sandwiches are well worth the wait. Sandwic...
Walking through a St. Louis Central West End Condominium.
Co-owners Barry Liebman and Kris Kleindienst incorporate a fine collection of art works in the lower level gallery of their popular bookstore, a Central West End fixture since 1977, and the last standing independent bookstore in St. Louis. 399 North Euclid, 314-367-6731. Left Bank Books (video :39) watch iPhone
His impressionistic charcoal drawings of the experience of driving hang alongside Charlap’s scenic paintings of views along the way, in this exhibit that evokes a passion for the automobile and a spirit of adventure beyond suburbia. Through July 5. Atrium Gallery, 4728 McPherson, 314-367-1076. (video :47 sec) watch: iPhone
Using willow branches, bark and other natural materials McQueen weaves basket-like structures, objects and creatures in an art form that bridges the gap between craft and sculpture. Creating both familiar objects and whimsical imaginary creatures, McQueen’s work contains a lighthearted humor, as well as thoughtful questions about interior meaning. Also showing, Michael Janis’ glass panels infused with intricate drawings made of powered glass. Through June 13. Duane Reed Gallery, 4729 McPherson...
Using only a 29 cent Bic pen to create photorealistic images and figures, self-taught St. Louis artist Norton creates remarkably direct figures, which he clothes in wallpaper collage and embroils in an array of powerful social issues including racism, genocide, gun violence and emotional distress from war. Through June 21.Using only a 29 cent Bic pen to create photorealistic images and figures, self-taught St. Louis artist Norton creates remarkably direct figures, which he clothes in wallpaper...
Art collectors and enthusiasts mingle with artists at the May 14th opening of Yvette Dubinsky’s print exhibit in the main gallery of the Bruno David Gallery, Grand Center. Frank Roth photography is displayed in the gallery’s Project Room, while a Van McElwee video plays in the Media Room. (Duration 1:14)
St. Louis artist and printmaker Peter Marcus, at work in his studio on a large portrait. Marcus likes to combine opposites: grand scale with intimacy or architectural geometry with organic elements. He often combines digital photography with intaglio printing and challenges the distinction between printmaking and painting. And he always strives to take risks, experiments in ways that encourage growth and change. As he works, Marcus typically listens to classical music; Mozart is a favorite. Jo...