Growing up in a Greek-Italian household, what are your favorite places in town for authentic Greek and Italian, respectively?
For Italian food, my favorite has to be Paul Manno's. Paul is there almost every night and could convince me to get anything on the menu. No matter what, I always love it.For Greek food, I like Michael's on Manchester. I went there as a little kid with my Papou (grandpa).
Describe St. Louis in three words.
Authentic, loyal, family.
Drink of choice?
Ketel One on the rocks, with an olive and sweet onion from Charcoal House.
Where would you go for a romantic night out with someone special?
I like Sasha's Wine Bar on Demun - especially when they have live music.
Who are your fashion and business icons?
My dad and my grandpa - the two hardest-working, best-dressed guys I know. They taught me from a young age that what you wear matters. It's a sign of respect for yourself and everyone you come into contact with.
A hidden gem of St. Louis?
I mentioned it earlier, but The Charcoal House is awesome. My great-grandfather used to eat at the same bar that's there now. That shows you how much history it has. It's run by two brothers from Greece (they are the best and always there), and the tenderloin tips, toasted bread and feta, and drinks are top notch.
What's something you haven't done in St. Louis that's on your list to do?
Watch a Stanley Cup parade - go Blues!
Your Ted Drewes concrete of choice?
I go with a super hot fudge sundae every time.
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