St. Louis Memories: Matchbooks, Dining, and New Year Reflections

29/12/2024 6 min
St. Louis Memories: Matchbooks, Dining, and New Year Reflections

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Johnny Rabbit takes a nostalgic journey through St. Louis's past, using matchbooks to recount stories of iconic establishments. From the Chase Hotel's late-night broadcasts to the Rice Bowl Shangri-La's Chinese cuisine and the Peach Garden's inclusive dining, each memory captures the city’s rich history. Highlights include the Sports Bowl's transformation, Miss Hollings's cafeterias, and Jerry's Italian restaurant. Johnny also previews a New Year's Day special on KMOX, featuring uplifting messages and hope for 2025.