Heather Riske
Writer
Heather Riske is a St. Louis-based writer and editor with over a decade of experience in food and lifestyle content. She previously worked as editor-in-chief of Feast Magazine, where she was honored with a “Top Women in Media” award by Folio, a national leader in the magazine publishing industry. Her work has also been published in Men’s Health, St. Louis Magazine, St. Louis Homes & Lifestyles, TNT Magazine, Columbia Missourian, Vox Magazine and more. She lives in South St. Louis with her dog, Arthur.
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Contributions
How the brothers behind a St. Louis startup are pioneering technology to prevent the next pandemic
With its innovative breath-based diagnostic and air bio-detector, Varro Life Sciences aims to protect against future global health crises.
Backing the Bold
Arch Grants is a driving force behind St. Louis’ thriving startup ecosystem — and 10 years in, it’s just getting started.
Calling Cards
Cheree Berry Paper & Design is beloved by clients across the U.S. for its one-of-a-kind invitations and stationery — and it’s all crafted at its St. Louis headquarters.
Leading the Pack
For more than 50 years, the Endangered Wolf Center in Eureka has been a national leader in saving Mexican gray wolves and American red wolves from extinction by…
60+ Valentine’s Day Gifts, Treats, and Date Ideas in St. Louis
Shop local for Valentine’s Day gifts and plan the ultimate St. Louis dates for your friends or someone special.
15+ Ways to Get Moving in St. Louis
Explore St. Louis area hiking trails, cycling paths, indoor dance studios, inclusive playgrounds and programs, and more ways to get moving across the metro.
75+ St. Louis Spots to Shop for Holiday Gifts
This holiday season, shop local while supporting shops and makers in the St. Louis community.
20+ Must-Try Sweets and Treats in St. Louis
From cookies, cakes, and pastries to donuts, ice cream, and confections, these St. Louis bakeries, coffee shops, and restaurants serve up the sweets.
Love Your Neighbor
With long-term tornado recovery now part of its mission, LOVEtheLOU continues to work from within to help North City flourish.
4 Must-Try Restaurants and Bars in Downtown St. Louis
Explore tasty eats, drinks, and treats at four locally owned spots Downtown.
Fielding
Opportunity
With the Dream Big Foundation, Jorge Flores is making competitive soccer more accessible for kids in underserved communities across the St. Louis metro.
Leveling the Playing Field
The Gateway Region YMCA’s Adaptive Sports Complex and adaptive programming offer inclusive play for all.
Rising to the Occasion
At its North American headquarters in St. Louis, AB Mauri drives innovative baking and fermentation solutions for bakeries across the country.
Getting Up to Kode
With roots in St. Louis, Karlie Kloss’ Kode With Klossy nonprofit celebrates 10 years of working to close the gender equity gap in tech.
Center Stage
For over 100 years, The Muny has been a jewel of U.S. musical theater and a vibrant cultural institution for generations of St. Louisans.
Breaking the Ice
Based out of Maryland Heights, the St. Louis Blues’ Girls Development Program offers an accessible and affordable entry point into hockey for young girls.
Good to Grow
With her line of self-watering planters, Posie Pots founder Kay Wells uses 3D printing technology to make good plant care easier.
Sweet Spot
With a passion for showstopping painted cakes and from-scratch baked goods, Lia Holter of Made. by Lia is ushering in a new generation of investment in her native…
Home Run
Exploring St. Louis by foot, Ricky Hughes helps locals and transplants alike connect with the city in a new way through St. Louis Run Crew.
Brick by Brick
The legacy of St. Louis’ historic brick industry is alive and well in Laclede’s Landing, Main Street in St. Charles, and downtown Alton, Illinois.
Pet Project
With its line of all-natural nutritional supplements hitting retail stores nationwide, St. Louis-based Native Pet is evolving pet nutrition for dogs.
Designed for Dialogue
Rooted in social responsibility found in Cuban-inspired posters, creative firm CARTEL uses design to drive conversations around inclusivity and urban development in St. Louis.
A Cut Above
At Homegrown Hair Co. in Tower Grove South, Caitlin Tyczka creates an inclusive, welcoming environment for all by offering gender-neutral hair services.
A Different Ball Game
At True Success Basketball & Fitness Academy in St. Charles, Thurlester Robinson, Jr. uses basketball as a vehicle to teach kids lessons in teamwork, self-esteem, and leadership.
Feeding the Need
The Little Angels Foundation serves hot, home-cooked meals to refugees, immigrants, and the unhoused community in St. Louis.
A World of Possibilities
Founded at Vashon High School, Show Me the World Project provides transformative education in entrepreneurship, leadership, and STEM to students in under-resourced communities in St. Louis.
Edible Education
Serving seasonal eats, Fresh Gatherings Cafe + Farm is a unique culinary teaching lab on the Saint Louis University campus — and serves as a model for colleges…
Highly Rated
With Rated Test Kitchen, chef Juwan Rice is bringing a new kind of fine-dining restaurant to Downtown St. Louis.
Singing Her Own Tune
Girl Conductor founder Maria A. Ellis uses a unique blend of gospel, R&B, and hip-hop to make music education more approachable and accessible for young people.
Shining Bright
Sisters Amanda Helman and Susan Logsdon founded Golden Gems to uplift, inspire and help people feel seen. Their products are now found in their three St. Louis-area locations…
Free Spirits
St. Louis’ Switchgrass Spirits is carving its own path with its grain-to-glass whiskey and brandy.
Just Dance
Jenny Hill’s Yes Honey Studio uses the art of dance to help people celebrate moving their bodies.
Sustaining Style
With May’s Place, Katie May highlights the merits of shopping vintage – both for you and for the planet.
Up, Up and Away
The Great Forest Park Balloon Race, one of the country’s longest-running balloon races, celebrates 50 years of making St. Louisans smile.
