St. Louis isn't the first city that comes to mind when one thinks of regional cuisines. However, the Gateway to the West does have one dish that puts it on the culinary map: toasted ravioli.

Of course, “toasted” here is code for “deep-fried.” The crispy, savory bites are pure magic when dipped in marinara sauce. Fried ravioli have been a St. Louis restaurant staple for years ...

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St. Louis folklore says there’s a good possibility that toasted ravioli was invented at Mama’s on the Hill when it was called by its original name, Oldani’s. Whether or not this tale is true ...