Sunny Street Cafe Wins West County Brunch Food Fight

We had a spirited five-way race, but one place ran away with it in the end.

Sunny Street Cafe in Wildwood is the winner in this week's Food Fight, in which we asked readers for their choice for best brunch in West County. Sunny Street Cafe won with 47 percent of the votes among the finalists. The results (may not equal 100 percent because of rounding) among the other finalists were: If you're a fan of any of these places, we encourage you to click and visit their directory listing on Patch and write a review. Voting in our Patch brunch Food Fight poll started Monday morning and ended at 5 p.m. Friday afternoon. Congratulations to Sunny Street Cafe for winning this week's Readers' Choice battle. We look forward to hearing from you again next week with the next edition of our weekly Readers' Choice competition. …

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Vote: Favorite Brunch in West County?

Which of these nominees gets your vote for your favorite brunch location in the West County area?

It's time to vote now in the second phase of this week's West County Food Fight. You've given us your nominations. Now, it's time to vote from among the finalists. Where do you think is the best place for brunch in West County? The weekly Food Fight is our friendly competition among eateries, diners, bistros, bars, pubs and fine dining establishments in our West County Patch sites: Chesterfield, Eureka, Wildwood, Ballwin, Town and Country, Manchester, Creve Coeur and Ellisville. So, here are the places you nominated as our finalists in this week's Food Fight. So the rest is in your hands now. You'll have till 5 p.m. Friday to vote for your favorite place for brunch food. We'll announce the winner on Saturday. Don't forget: You can also …

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Favorite Brunch: What's Your Choice in West County?

What do you recommend when friends ask for your favorite place for Sunday brunch?

With Mothers' Day just around the corner, we thought it would be a good time to talk about Sunday brunch. When you want to treat mom to a nice brunch, what's the West County location you'd recommend? This week, we're interested in your favorite West St. Louis County brunch spot. Every week on the West County Food Fight, we're looking the best places to dine and drink. Please give your recommendations for places in our West County Patches: Creve Coeur, Chesterfield, Ballwin, Ellisville, Eureka, Wildwood, Town and Country and Manchester. Here's how Food Fight works: Then: So where's your favorite spot for brunch in West County? So show your hometown pride and pick a place near you. Boast about that small family restaurant or other great …

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Easter Egg Recipes To Feature on Your Brunch Table

Here are some brunch recipes featuring eggs that were finalists in 45th Annual Pillsbury Bake-off.

Now is the best time to stock up on fresh shell eggs. Beyond making colored hard-boiled eggs to decorate your spring table, give one of one the following egg-enriched recipes a try. All three were finalists at the 45th Annual Pillsbury Bake-off. We also would like to add to our recipe box any fabulous egg recipes that you may have to share. Breakfast Crostatas Heat oven to 350 degrees. Spray cookie sheet with no-stick cooking spray. Carefully unroll dough onto cookie sheet; cut in half lengthwise ad crosswise to from 4 squares. Sprinkle dough squares with basil and rosemary. Top dough squares evenly with ham and cheese. Make a small well in center of ham and cheese on each square.  To form crostatas, fold edges of dough up 1-inch over …

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West County Restaurants Help Residents Refuel on New Year's Day

Whether you need to stop after a late New Year's Eve party for breakfast or want a formal brunch the following day, West County restaurants offer up great food on New Year's Day.

Town and Country-Manchester Ruby Tuesday Hours: 9 a.m. -9 p.m. Pricing: À la carte pricing from the regular brunch menu. Uncle Bill's Pancake and Dinner House Hours: Open 24 hours Pricing: À la carte pricing from the regular menu. Blue Fire Grille at Marriott West Hours: 7 a.m. -1 p.m. Pricing: À la carte pricing from the regular brunch menu. Ballwin-Ellisville IHOP Hours: 6 a.m. -3 p.m. Pricing: À la carte pricing from the regular menu. Senor Pique Hours: 11 a.m. -9 p.m. Pricing: À la carte pricing from the regular menu as well as specials like chilaquiles, enchiladas and huevos rancheros. Gingham's Homestyle Restaurant Hours: Open 24 hours Pricing: À la carte pricing from the regular menu.    Chesterfield Doubletree Hotels and Conference…

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Let Someone Else Do The Cooking This Thanksgiving

Several West County restaurants will be open Thanksgiving day. Restaurant offerings include traditional Thanksgiving fare, regular menu items and evening cocktails.

Town and Country-Manchester Uncle Bill's Pancake and Dinner House  Time: Uncle Bill's will be open regular hours, but serving its special Thanksgiving meals only until 10 p.m. Pricing: The cost for the Thanksgiving special is $12.95. Menu: Enjoy classic Thanksgiving foods such as turkey, ham, yams, dressing, mashed potatoes and various desserts.   The Country Club Time: Open in the evening, 7 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. Pricing: Regular menu prices Menu: Open for drinks only Ruby Tuesday  Time: Ruby Tuesday will be open from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Pricing: Regular menu prices Menu: Usual menu offerings Chesterfield   Yia Yia's European Cafe Time: Seating will be from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Pricing: The cost for adults is $24.99. The cost for children ages 5 …

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Top Patch Picks for Father's Day

Art projects, car shows, a brewery, brunch and breakfast can help you show the special man in your life how much your care.

If you're still wondering what do to, or give, dad on his special day look no further. Patch has done the searching for you and found some of the cooliest ideas around. FIREHOUSE FATHER'S DAY VISIT Manchester Where: Courtesy of the West County EMS and Fire Protection District, Station 1, 223 Henry 8-11 a.m. Sunday Why go: Celebrate Dad with a free pancake breakfast. Pricing: Free DECORATE A BAG FOR DAD Town and Country Where: 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday at Whole Foods Market Why go: Crayons and markers will be provided for children in the café area to decorate a bag for Dad. A variety of treats will be available for you to take home to Dad as well. Pricing: This is a free event. Reservations not required. BREW IN THE LOU MICROBREWERY TOUR St. …

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Patch Picks - Mother's Day Brunch

If you would like to treat mom to a decadent and delicious meal, "Patch" has found some great places serving brunch for Mother's Day.

Hearth Room Café in Town and Country Seating: A breakfast buffet will be offered from 8 to 10 a.m.. A brunch buffet will be offered from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Cost: The cost for the breakfast buffet is $13.95 for adults and $7.95 for children. The cost for the later brunch is $19.95 for adults and $10.95 for children younger than 10. Children younger than 2 are free. Fare Offered: A delicious array of food will be served, including roast beef au jus, baked salmon, glazed ham, assorted salads, chilled shrimp, sausage, bacon, scrambled eggs, eggs Benedict, biscuits and gravy, hash brown casserole, french toast, pastries, desserts and fresh fruit. Meal includes coffee, tea, soft drinks and juice. The earlier brunch will offer classic hot and cold…

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Culinary Corner

Fresh and Simple Recipes for Mother's Day

Family time and delicious yet elegant food made at home make Mother's Day a success. Here are some recipes with ingredients available at your local stores.

The price of gas is hovering around $4 a gallon, and food (and restaurant) prices are climbing. Show mom you love her by making her life a little easier and a little more delicious. This year, practical gifts might be more in line with the economy and the mood of families all across Town and Country and Manchester. Of course, this doesn't mean you should skimp on mom. In fact, it's just the opposite. Instead of fresh cut flowers that will only last a week, give mom a gift that will last all summer. Plant a vegetable, herb or flower garden for mom. For the rest of the season she can enjoy fresh herbs like basil, oregano, chives or cilantro and other goodies like sweet home-grown tomatoes, zucchini and lettuce. Every time she steps outside …

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Patch Picks for Easter Brunch

If you're heading out of the house for Easter Sunday brunch, Patch called around and offers this list of options.

If you're heading out of the house for Easter Sunday brunch, places serving Sunday brunch are a bit scarce in Town and Country and Manchester. However, Patch called around and created this list of options with what you need to know if you still need to make plans. Hearth Room Cafe in Town and Country Seating: A breakfast buffet will be offered from 8 to 10 a.m. A brunch buffet will be offered from 10 a.m. to noon. Cost: The cost for the breakfast buffet is $13.95 for adults and $7.95 for children. The cost for the later brunch is $19.95 for adults and $10.95 for children. Fare Offered: The earlier brunch will offer classic hot and cold breakfast fare. The later buffet will feature roast beef au jus, glazed ham, peel-and-eat shrimp, …

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