Chesterfield City Lifestyle Magazine

10/17/2025

A Legacy of Chocolate, Perfected Over Centuries 🍫✨

From royal courts in 17th-century Paris to boutique shelves across America, Bissinger’s has remained synonymous with handcrafted excellence.

Now led by Dan Abel Jr. and the Abel family in St. Louis, this storied chocolatier continues its 350-year tradition of small-batch perfection using copper kettles, pure ingredients, and recipes passed down since 1899.

“Our goal has never been to be the biggest chocolatier in the world — only the finest,” Abel shares. And from their beloved truffles to their nationally adored Gummy Pandas, every confection proves that quality never goes out of style.

Tap the link below to read how this St. Louis icon continues to make history, one handcrafted piece at a time. Page 26.
https://citylifestyle.com/chesterfield/issues/2025-10

📍 Bissinger's Handcrafted Chocolatier | St. Louis, MO
Article by Robin Seaton Jefferson
Photography by Jennifer Sampson
Publishers: Kelley Lamm - Montgomery, Gordon Montgomery

10/13/2025

This October, we’re celebrating the flavors and stories that make St. Louis shine. From time-honored recipes to the local makers reimagining what “taste” truly means.

📖 Explore our Taste & Tradition issue and discover how passion, craftsmanship, and community continue to shape our city’s culinary culture.
👉 https://citylifestyle.com/chesterfield/issues/2025-10

10/13/2025

What’s Hot This Month: Taste & Tradition 🍂✨

Our October issue of City Lifestyle St. Louis serves up a celebration of flavor and heritage — highlighting the local culinary icons that make our region shine.

From Billy Busch’s family legacy at Busch Family Brewing & Distilling to the award-winning sweetness of Grandma’s Cookies, each feature is a reminder that great taste is part of our city’s DNA.

We’re also spotlighting Made By Lia, the Florissant bakery blending craft and creativity, and Bissinger’s Chocolate, a St. Louis treasure with roots tracing back to 1668 Paris — proof that time only deepens excellence.

📖 Dive into our Taste & Traditions issue and explore the flavors, stories, and passion behind St. Louis’ most beloved bites.

👉 Tap the link below to watch our appearance on Studio STL.

ST. LOUIS – City Lifestyle magazine’s October issue highlights local culinary traditions and businesses in the St. Louis area. The magazine’s ‘Taste & Traditions’ …

10/11/2025

Where Legacy Meets Local Flavor 🍻

Nearly two centuries after Adolphus Busch made history in St. Louis, his great-grandson Billy Busch is carrying on the family tradition — this time with a modern twist at Family Brewing and Distilling.

Set on 150 scenic acres, this grain-to-glass destination blends rustic charm, exceptional craft beer, and the kind of hospitality you can only find at home. From summer rodeos and live music to the family’s beloved Schlachtfest in November and a cozy Christmas celebration by firelight, every season here feels like a toast to tradition.

Tap the link below to read the full story, on page 12, behind how Billy Busch is keeping heritage alive, one pint (and one perfect burger) at a time.
https://citylifestyle.com/chesterfield/issues/2025-10

📍 Busch Family Brewing & Distilling | Defiance, MO
Article by Stacey Dixson
Photography by John Lore Photo & Video
Publishers: Kelley Lamm - Montgomery, Gordon Montgomery"

10/10/2025

Publishers Kelley Lamm - Montgomery and Montgomery share October's City Lifestyle's Hot Picks at Studio STL!

ST. LOUIS – City Lifestyle magazine’s October issue highlights local culinary traditions and businesses in the St. Louis area. The magazine’s ‘Taste & Traditions’ …

10/07/2025

🔥 The Annual Hot List Party 2025 🔥

Saddles met style at Busch Family Brewing and Distilling for a one-of-a-kind hoe-down presented by the IN YOUR CITY Show with Kelley & Gordon and City Lifestyle Clayton, St. Charles County & Chesterfield.

From the moment guests arrived, it was an evening to remember — exclusive swag bags, live music from Vince Martin, delicious bites by Butler's Pantry , and a curated whiskey tasting that perfectly paired with the brewery’s craft selections. 🍻✨

The night blended rustic charm with refined flair, featuring photo ops with the iconic Clydesdales, the artistry of Diamond G Hat Company, and a custom corn maze adventure that captured the spirit of the season.

What truly made the night shine? The incredible people. Community leaders, entrepreneurs, and tastemakers gathered to celebrate this year’s Hot List honorees — those shaping and elevating our local cities through innovation, heart, and style.

💫 Want to see your name on the 2026 Hot List? Ask us how to join this exclusive circle and share your story where it belongs — IN YOUR CITY.

10/04/2025

This month, we’re raising a glass to the flavors, makers, and moments that bring people together — from kitchen creativity to community tables. 🍷🍽️

Inside our October issue, you’ll find stories that savor the best of local dining and drink culture, featuring chefs, artisans, and culinary innovators who turn passion into palate-pleasing perfection.

Whether you’re looking for your next favorite restaurant or simply inspiration to gather around the table, this issue is a feast for the senses.

📖 Tap to read the digital issue — your taste of local flavor awaits!
https://citylifestyle.com/chesterfield/issues/2025-10

On the cover: Family Brewing and Distilling
Photography by: John Lore Photo & Video
Publishers: Lamm - Montgomery, Gordon Montgomery

09/28/2025

Black Optical has never been about selling glasses,” says Madelein Black, marketing director, “It’s a place where design and experience converge, shaping identity in the process.” Founded by Gary Black in 2007 with a single showroom in Tulsa, the brand has grown into a destination for those who believe eyewear is personal and powerful.

From bespoke frames to thoughtful styling consultation, Black Optical elevates eye care into an expression of self. If your accessories speak before you do, they say it with clarity and flair.

📲 Tap the link below to read the full article featured in our September Style issue on page 24.

Article by Robin Seaton Jefferson
Publishers: Kelley Lamm - Montgomery & Gordon Montgomery
Featuring: Black Optical

09/26/2025

✨ Partner Spotlight: Three French Hens - Wildwood ✨

For over 20 years, design lead Rae Sutton has helped clients craft interiors that feel unmistakably them—from themed showroom rooms to thoughtful in-home transformations. With an ethos rooted in authenticity over trends, Three French Hens specializes in mixing textures, rich palettes, and one-of-a-kind accents to bring warmth, personality, and function into every space.

Want more inspiration? 🛋️ Click the link below to explore our September issue, where we’re celebrating all things style—and trust us, Three French Hens has it in spades. 💫 https://citylifestyle.com/chesterfield/issues/2025-09

09/22/2025

Jewelry That Threads Art, Creativity, Life

Meet Randi Chervitz, founder of RC Studio Jewelry (formerly Uncommon Threads Jewelry), who believes every piece tells a story. With geometric forms, colorful stones, mixed metals, and textural layers, Randi’s work blurs the lines between wearable art and personal expression. Each handcrafted creation is rooted in uniqueness and designed to reflect independent spirit.

Every piece by RC Studio is more than an accessory. It’s a celebration of creativity, artistry, and life lived beautifully.

📲 Tap the link below to read the full story — featured in our September style issue on page 20. https://citylifestyle.com/chesterfield/issues

Article by Julie Brown Patton
Photography by Danijela Kandera
Publishers: Kelley Lamm - Montgomery, Gordon Montgomery
Featuring: RC Studio Jewelry

09/19/2025

🍂 This month, we’re celebrating style in all its forms—how we express ourselves, how we design our spaces, and how local businesses inspire us to live with confidence and creativity. ✨

From fashion features and inspired interiors to the unique voices shaping our community’s look and feel, this issue is all about the art of living beautifully and authentically.

If you missed it, don’t worry—it’s not too late to catch up! Tap below to read our September newsletter:
👉 https://mailchi.mp/255691267843/the-september-issue-style-that-defines-the-season

Thank you to our new and continuing partners!
Busch Family Brewing and Distilling
Mary Tuttle's - The Art of Living
Men's Modern General Store
InVita Health and Wellness
Lordo's Diamonds
Lacefield Music
Imagination Toys
Helping Hand-Me-Downs
Good Day Farm Dispensary
The Fabulous Fox
The Rooted Sisters

Publishers: Lamm - Montgomery & Gordon Montgomery