St. Louis Official Visitors Guide 2009

MY ST. LOUIS THAI SOMETHING NEW IN ST. LOU SPORTS listings GATEWAY INTERNATIONAL RACEWAY game at the Edward Jones Dome. 2012 Dr. Martin Luther King Dr. (314) 621-1994 • www.gatewayclassic.org ST. LOUIS RAMS The National Football League’s St. Louis Rams play home games in the Edward Jones Dome in downtown St. Louis, Aug.–Dec. Edward Jones Dome • (314) 425-8830 www.stlouisrams.com ST. LOUIS SPORTS COMMISSION Major motor sports Mar.–Oct. NHRA POWERade Drag Racing, NASCAR Busch and Craftsman Truck Series, plus special and weekly events, Richard Petty Driving Experience. 700 Raceway Blvd. • Madison, IL (866) 357-7333 • (618) 482-2400 www.gatewayraceway.com MISSOURI VALLEY CONFERENCE, INC. Privately funded non-profit organization that makes the St. Louis region a better place to live, visit, work and play through sports. 701 Convention Plaza, Ste. 300 (314) 992-0687 • www.stlsports.org SAINT LOUIS UNIVERSITY BILLIKEN BASKETBALL T St. Louis-based Missouri Valley Conference is a college athletic conference composed of 10 Midwestern universities. The MVC is the secondoldest NCAA Division I conference. (314) 421-0339 • www.mvc.org ST. LOUIS BLUES hai food expert and cookbook author Naam Pruitt describes her new hometown of St. Louis in one word: delicious. “My family and I were so excited to move to here,” says Naam. “We heard great things about the quality and diversity of the St. Louis restaurant scene and residents’ keen interest in good food.” The Pruitt clan gave rave reviews to classic St. Louis fare like toasted ravioli, Ted Drewes concretes and barbecue pork steaks. The family’s taste-testing has expanded to St. Louis’ international dining options. “We’ve had delectable meals from cultures around the globe,” says Naam. “There’s an Albanian restaurant we want to try, and a Korean, and we all enjoy Indian food.” One thing she does not joke about is the use of fresh, local foods in her recipes. “Freshness is key in bringing out the delicate flavors of Thai food,” says Naam. “It’s been a joy to shop at the great farmers markets in Kirkwood, Maplewood, Clayton and, of course, the gigantic Soulard Farmers Market.” Seeking an ingredient for one of Naam’s recipes from her Lemongrass and Limes cookbook? International food markets and specialty shops brimming with exotic spices and produce are found all around town in vibrant, multi-ethnic neighborhoods, including Grand South Grand, Bevo and The Loop. Soon, look for her line of specialty Thai sauces, and bring home a taste of Thailand…St. Louis style. A member of the Atlantic 10 conference, the Billikens play exciting college basketball at the new Chaifetz Arena on the campus of Saint Louis University. Chaifetz Arena • 314-977-4758 www.slu.edu A member of the National Hockey League, the Blues’ season runs Oct.–Apr., followed by the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Scottrade Center • 1401 Clark Ave. (314) 622-5400 • www.stlouisblues.com COURTESY OF ST. LOUIS BLUES WELCOME TO BASEBALL HEAVEN In addition to all of the excitement generated by the game itself, MLB’s All-Star Week offers a number of ways that baseball fans can get in on the action. From July 10 to 14, 2009, the All-Star FanFest at America’s Center® offers dozens of interactive exhibits and displays, clinics and autograph sessions by current and former players. On July 12, it’s Taco Bell All-Star Sunday at Busch Stadium featuring the XM All-Star Futures Game and the Taco Bell All-Star Legends & Celebrity Softball Game. Monday, July 13 will be Gatorade All-Star Workout Day, with the game’s biggest sluggers competing in the State Farm Home Run Derby. Finally, the big day arrives on Tuesday, July 14, with the MLB All-Star Game Red Carpet Show presented by Chevrolet, followed by the 80th MLB AllStar Game at Busch Stadium. Check out the Cardinals’ web site at www.stlcardinals.com for more info about the game and the complete schedule of events. St. Louis Blues ST. LOUIS CARDINALS Catch exciting baseball action and cheer for the St. Louis Cardinals, the most successful National League franchise. For tickets, call (314) 345-9000. Busch Stadium tours, (314) 345-9565. Busch Stadium • 700 Clark St. (314) 345-9600 • www.stlcardinals.com ST. LOUIS GATEWAY CLASSIC SPORTS FOUNDATION The St. Louis Gateway Classic Sports Foundation hosts the annual American Family Insurance Gateway Football Classic football 58 The Official St. Louis Visitors Guide w w w. e x p l o r e s t l o u i s . c o m http://www.gatewayclassic.org http://www.stlouisrams.com http://www.stlsports.org http://www.gatewayraceway.com http://www.mvc.org http://www.slu.edu http://www.stlouisblues.com http://www.stlcardinals.com http://www.stlcardinals.com http://www.explorestlouis.com

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St. Louis Official Visitors Guide 2009 Contents St. Louis Thrives Must-See St. Louis All-Star History Pujols Family Foundation Calendar of Events Family Fun St. Louis' Friendly Environment Urban Melting Pot Fashion Direct Route 66 Architecture Tour Cultural Connections Day Trips Iconic St. Louisans Attractions My St. Louis: Russ Mitchell My St. Louis: Christina Machamber My St. Louis: Ridley Pearson Sports My St. Louis: Naam Pruitt Music, Dance & Theatre Outdoor Recreation My St. Louis: Christine Brewer Shopping Dining Nightlife St. Louis Beer History My St. Louis: Nelly Accommodations Campgrounds & RV Resorts Bed & Breakfast Getting Around Visitor Services Maps Advertiser Index 2009 St. Louis Meeting Planner Guide

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