The CLIMATRON at the Missouri Botanical Garden will fog up your glasses fast! Touring this tropical plant oasis—the first geodesic dome to be used as a conservatory— is a fun and educational way to shake off the shivers.
The atmosphere at TASTE, with its modern-rustic decor, gleaming candlelight and dark wood bar, is perfect for cozying up on a weekend night. Order one of the signature drinks, along with the bistro-style fries, and you’ll forget all about the nasty weather.
Lace up your skates at STEINBERG, Forest Park’s outdoor skating rink. Open everyday during the holiday season, skaters can warm up by a bonfire or wrap frosty fingers around a cup of hot cocoa. The Snowflake Cafe also serves beer, toasted ravioli, pizza and other snacks.
Sweaters, scarves and mittens are good for banishing the chills, but so is House of India’s LAMB VINDALOO , a scrumptious spicy dish of lamb and potatoes swimming in a curry sauce that pairs perfectly with basmati rice, vegetable samosas and garlic naan.
Curl up with a good book at CENTRAL LIBRARY, the crown jewel of the St. Louis public library system. The magnificent ceiling in the great hall will awe you, and the fun
literary quotes in the fiction reading room may inspire you to add a few classics to your list. There are even teen and child reading rooms, so you can bring the whole family along.
Nothing dispels chills like a ROARING FIRE, and there’s a grand one waiting at the Market at The Cheshire. Enjoy the flames with an artisan sandwich and a hot cup of coffee while nestled into a comfy chair.
Improve your handicap at one of St. Louis’ independent BOWLING ALLEYS: Moolah Lanes in Midtown, Saratoga Lanes in Maplewood, Pin-up Bowl in the Loop, Epiphany Lanes in Lindenwood Park or Tropicana Lanes in Richmond Heights.
Last but not least: HOT CHOCOLATE! Check out the rich and creamy varieties served at Bissinger’s in the Central West End, Cafe Ventana in Midtown and Bailey’s Chocolate Bar in Lafayette Square.
