Best of Taste of Maplewood Awards

Congratulations to our winners who participated in the “The Best of Taste of Maplewood” contests. Our celebrity judges included Allyson Mace, Editor of Sauce Magazine, John Carney, Host of 550 KTRS Evening Show, and James White, Mayor of Maplewood.

Here is the list of entries that the vendors submitted to the judges for the categories: Best of Taste of Maplewood, Best Cocktail, Best Unexpected Flavor, and Best Sweet Tooth.

Best of Taste of Maplewood

Las Palmas won the Best of Taste of Maplewood Award for their Fish Tacos.

Acero: Meatballs
Boogaloo: Jambalaya
Kakao Chocolate: Dark Chocolate
Las Palmas: Fish Tacos
Maya Cafe: Brisket Torte
Pie Oh My: Maple Leaf Jane Pie
The Crow’s Nest: Chicken Tacos
The Post Sports Bar & Grill: Cheese Steak
Water Street: Beer Brisket Sandwich


Best Cocktail

 Tiffany’s Diner won the best cocktail award for their RumChada Shakes.

Boogaloo: Mojito
Las Palmas: Rose Angel Margarita
Maya Cafe: Margarita
The Post Sports Bar & Grill: Post Punch
Tiffany’s Diner: RumChada Shakes
Vom Fass: Caipirinha Cordial
Water Street: Watermelon Daiquiri


Best Unexpected Flavor

 Pie Oh My won the Best Unexpected Flavor Award for their Caramel Apple Green Chili Pie

Boogaloo: Jambalaya
Kakao Chocolate: Toasted Rosemary Truffle
Las Palmas: Fish Tacos
Pie Oh My: Caramel Apple Green Chili Pie
Strange Donuts: Maple Bacon Donut
The Crow’s Nest: Chicken Tacos
The Post Sports Bar & Grill: Cheese Steak
The Wood: Bacon Wrapped Hot Dog
Tiffany’s Diner: Ice Cream Milk Shake
Vom Fass: Blueberry Vodka Bomb


Sweet Tooth

 Kakao Chocolate won the Best Sweet Tooth Award for their Marshmallow Pie.

Kakao Chocolate: Marshmallow Pie
Maya Cafe: Chocolate Cheesecake Empanada
Strange Donuts: Chocolate Peanut Butter Donut

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Ryan Hummert Night at the Ballpark-May 17th

Tickets are now on sale for the Ryan Hummert Maplewood Night at the Ballpark scheduled for 7:15 p.m. on Friday, May 17th-Cardinals Vs. Brewers. It is also adult cap night!

Tickets are $24.00 with a portion of the ticket proceeds benefiting the Ryan Hummert Memorial Fund. You can purchase tickets by contacting Karen Scheidt 314-646-3604 or k-scheidt@cityofmaplewood.com.  Tickets can be ordered online by going to www.cityofmaplewood.com and clicking on “Fun For A Cause- Save The Date” and choosing the order online option.


Salvation Army Hosts Trivia Night

The Salvation Army is hosting a Trivia Night on April 20, 2013 at 6:00pm. Teams of eight can register for a $100.00 donation.  This is an alcohol free event. Free popcorn and soda will be provided.  Prizes will be given for first place and best decorated table. For more information contact The Salvation Army 314-781-5434.


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Member News, Events & Information
 
Flying Tiger Motorcycles: is expanding. To celebrate their new show room they are having an open house from 3-10 p.m. Stop by for a visit.

Maplewood Public Library: The Maplewood Library always has educational opportunities. This month they will be featuring a class taught by the a master gardener from the Botanical Gardens on Orchids and also a crafting class.  Click here to see the March schedule.

Maplewood Knights of Columbus: Will be holding a Barbecue at Schaefer Shell (2707 S. Big Bend) on March 9th & 10th.

American Legion Post 103Is holding Fish Fry Fridays: cod,tilapia, catfish, hush puppies and two sides. They also have home cooked dinners on Sundays and their hall is available for rent. Call 647-1272 or check out their Facebook page for more information.

PNC Bank: Gives you benefits at small, affordable rates. Apply now to get a special interest rate offer on term loans from PNC to help improve your business’s cash flow. Save up to $5,000 on our origination and appraisal fees on commercial Real Estate loans in amounts equal to or greater than $250,000.  Check out the flyer here.

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Barb Summers Real Estate: Is hosting a book reading of “Marshall the Miracle Dog” a story that reaches out to children who blame themselves for being bullied and teaching them about acceptance on Saturday, February 16th at noon. Marshall the dog will be on hand and $5 of every book sale will be donated to the MRH School District. Free lunch for kids! RSVP at 644-1463. 

Maplewood Public Library: The library features SSM St. Mary’s Health Center on the 11th,”Chocolate-Chocolate” a chocolate tasting presented by Brian Pelletier of Kakao Chocolate on Feb. 21st and “Black Aviators in History” on February 28th. Click here to see the February schedule.

Cheryl’s Herbs: Cheryl will be teaching a class for those recovering from cancer and wishing to prevent disease by using natural remedies. The class is on February 227th, from 7-9 p.m., $15 fee.

MCBF: Trivia Night on February 23rd, 2013. Tickets are $25/person or $200/table. Click here for more information and registration.
  
Sunflower Massage Studio:is offering an amazing deal- $45 for a 60-minute massage OR $75 for a 90-minute massage!! You owe it to yourself to experience a therapeutic session from one of the talented professionals at Sunflower. Call (314) 932-5843 to book your session, or book online at www.sunflowermassagestudio.com!!