Episode 57: A New Chapter for Lona’s Lil Eats

For years, Lona’s Lil Eats has been serving up vibrant, made-from-scratch dishes that blend Asian flavors with soul food and now, Chef and Owner Lona Luo is bringing her beloved restaurant to a whole new part of the St. Louis region. In Episode 56, Alexis Zotos sits down with Lona to talk about the opening of her new Kirkwood location and the evolution of the Lona’s Lil Eats story. The 4,500-square-foot restaurant expands the community-driven dining experience into St. Louis County bringing all of the fresh, customizable wraps, bowls, salads, whole fish, and handmade sauces that have made Lona’s a local favorite. The conversation goes back to the beginning from Lona's childhood in rural China to her first stand at Soulard Market to now owning two restaurants.  It’s a conversation about food, family, community, and a big new chapter for one of St. Louis’ most unique restaurants. This episode is brought to you by Kaldi's Coffee.