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The Sauce - A St. Louis Restaurant Show
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 - A St. Louis Restaurant Show
Nathaniel Reid – Nathaniel Reid Bakery
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On this week’s episode of The Sauce, host Lauren Healey is joined by Nathaniel Reid, chef and owner of Nathaniel Reid Bakery, one of St. Louis’ most celebrated bakeries.
Nathaniel reflects on nearly 10 years in Kirkwood, three expansions, and the mindset that’s helped the bakery thrive through consistency, craft, and community support.
In this episode:
- How Nathaniel went from aspiring scientist to award-winning pastry chef
- Winning a national pastry competition in New York and competing on the world stage in Japan
- Three James Beard Award nominations and what those recognitions mean to him
- Why pastry satisfies both his scientific mindset and creative instincts
- Building a business rooted in consistency, simplicity, and team culture
More highlights:
- A wild early-career story involving a timber rattlesnake and an unexpected firing
- Foraging, fossil hunting, and outdoor hobbies that still fuel his curiosity
- What it’s like watching customers and team members grow over a decade
- Why seeing smiles through the bakery window is the most rewarding part of the job
🎧 Watch on YouTube or listen on Spotify and all major platforms.
📅 New episodes drop every Tuesday.
Presented by Swade Dispensary, with 11 locations across Missouri. Learn more about their new Passport Membership program at swadecannabis.com.
🎧 Watch on YouTube or listen on Spotify and all major platforms.
📅 New episodes drop every Tuesday.
✨ Presented by SWADE Dispensary, with 11 locations across Missouri. Learn more about their new Passport Membership program at swadecannabis.com.