The Sauce
For over 25 years, Sauce Magazine has been the go-to guide for St. Louis’ best culinary experiences. Now, The Sauce podcast is back with a new host and a renewed mission: to take listeners behind the scenes with the incredible people shaping the local hospitality industry – from chefs and restaurateurs to brewers, bartenders, bakers and beyond.
Hosted by Sauce Magazine’s executive editor Lauren Healey, who has spent her career honing her writing, editing and photography skills at various media outlets in the Midwest, the show blends insider stories with inspiration on where to eat and drink right now. Since joining Sauce in 2018, Lauren’s passion for St. Louis’ culinary scene has only deepened, fueling her pride in calling the city home and her drive to help you discover your next great meal.
The Sauce
Tim Wiggins – Yellowbelly, Lazy Tiger & Extra Wavy
On this week’s episode of The Sauce, we’re joined by Tim Wiggins — the bartender and restaurateur behind Yellowbelly, Lazy Tiger, and the soon-to-open Extra Wavy.
Tim traces his path from Small Batch and Bailey’s Range to building cocktail programs that pair bold, tropical flavors with balance and precision.
In this episode:
- What to expect at Extra Wavy (seafood-forward, raw bar vibes in a 150-year-old space)
- How Tim collaborates with chefs and builds menus that feel approachable
- Why clear menu descriptions and fair pricing matter
- His “juicy yet dry” cocktail style (hello, Amontillado sherry)
- How salt, texture, and nostalgia play into his drink design
More highlights:
- Where to sip his consulting work (Bangers Only) around STL — Three Sixty Westport, Westport Social, Train Shed at St. Louis Union Station
- A sneak peek at Prohibition, a classics-leaning speakeasy in the same building as Extra Wavy
- What he’s drinking now: unapologetic negronis + perfectly fresh daiquiris
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New episodes drop every Tuesday.