Unexpected Summer Desserts in STL

With summertime heat and humidity reaching unbearable levels, Arch Eats hosts George Mahe and Cheryl Baehr are looking for any way they can find to cool off. There are the usual suspects—the classic frozen treats like custard, snow cones, and slushies—but in this episode, they’re covering the under-the-radar, unexpected desserts that have been in their rotation this season. From fish-shaped waffles stuffed with black sesame brittle ice cream to Korean shaved ice and ice cream nachos, they’ll take you on a frosty tour of the area’s most unique dessert spots that is guaranteed to cool you off and pique your culinary curiosity. This episode of Arch Eats is sponsored by Anheuser-Busch Brewery Tours & Experiences and supported by Proper Brands. Anheuser-Busch invites guests to its next food and beverage pairing dinner at the Budweiser Biergarten on July 17. The evening features a four-course meal complimented with four carefully selected beverages. Reserve your seat. New to podcasts? Follow these instructions to start listening to our shows, and hear what you’ve been missing! Have an idea for a future Arch Eats episode? Send your thoughts or feedback by emailing [e-mail]. Hungry for more? Subscribe to our Dining newsletters for the freshest coverage on the local restaurant and culinary scene. And follow George (@georgemahe) and SLM on Instagram (@stlouismag). Interested in being a podcast sponsor? Contact Lauren Leppert at [e-mail]. Mentioned in this episode: St. Louis Rotisserie, 12414 Olive, Creve Coeur, 314-576-5656.Straub’s, Multiple locations.Citizen Kane’s Marketplace, 127 W. Clinton, Kirkwood, 314 394-1093.dohmo, 9538 Olive, Olivette, 314-222-3518.Joyful House, 3900 S. Grand, Dutchtown, 314-696-8255.Café Ganadara, 6413 Hampton, Saint Louis Hills. 314-802-7044.Spoonful Dessert Cafe, 12943 Olive, Creve Coeur, 314-485-1757.Vampire Penguin, 12 S. Euclid, CWE, 706-294-5600.Twisted Rolls Chimney Cakes, 14640 Manchester, Ballwin, 636-386-5025.Snow Factory, Multiple locations.Rollup Ice Cream & Eatery, 4551-B Telegraph, Oakville, 314-200-8293.JARS by Fabio Viviani, 8853 Ladue, Ladue, 314-202-8736.Sando Shack, 7376 Manchester, Maplewood, 314-932-7046.Sugarwitch, 7726 Virginia, Carondelet, 573-234-0042.Serendipity Homemade Ice Cream, 4400 Manchester, The Grove, 314-833-3800.Silvie Dee’s, 8721 Big Bend, Webster Groves, 314-918-5472.Poptimism, 3730 Foundry Way, Midtown, no phone.La Vallesana, 2801 Cherokee, Benton Park, 314-776-4223. You may also enjoy these SLM articles: More episode of Arch EatsTop spots for snow cones in St. LouisWhere to find the best ice cream, frozen custard, snow cones, and more in St. LouisWhere to bring home the top St. Louis ice cream, frozen custard, gelato, and moreAsk George: What’s your favorite indulgence from a local ice cream or custard shop?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.