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St. Louis' Famous Dish: Toasted Ravioli

Published July 2, 2013 at 11:55 a.m. CDT
Toasted ravioli at Villa Farotto in St. Louis, Missouri. (Jeremy Hobson/Here & Now)
Toasted ravioli at Villa Farotto in St. Louis, Missouri. (Jeremy Hobson/Here & Now)

New York is famous for its hotdogs. Chicago has its deep dish pizza. And St. Louis is known for its toasted ravioli — ravioli that’s covered in breadcrumbs and deep fried.

Here & Now host Jeremy Hobson visits Villa Farotto to taste the regional dish.

Guest:

  • Aaron Bruschi, sous chef at Villa Farotto.

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