Food Fight!

Slow and Steady Wins the Turtle Sundae Race

In this week's "Food Fight!" we compare turtle sundaes from three ice cream shops.

The turtle sundae is the perfect combination of demure vanilla ice cream, rich and luscious chocolate, and sweet caramel. Topped with whipped cream, pecans and a marachino cherry it is hard to go wrong with this treat, but we have a winner in our midst. Eugene's Custard: 1138 Town & Country Crossing Dr., Town and Country Eugene's has generous portion sizes, and the presentation was impressive, with a little flair and a swirl of whipped cream. The pecans were especially flavorful—toasted, smoky, ever so slightly salted. The ice cream had a rich, custard flavor and the chocolate and caramel tasted real, not artificially flavored. The amount of ice cream was of greater proportion to the toppings, though the quality was top notch. The good: …

• Photos (5)

House Hunt: West County Open Houses For Mother's Day Weekend

Each week, "Chesterfield Patch" bring you a selection of open houses.

• Photos (9)

House Hunt: Two Million-Dollar Homes for Sale in West County

Each week Chesterfield Patch brings you a sample of the upcoming weekend's open houses.

• Photos (18)

Frugal Family

Happy Hour Specials, Deals on Spa Treatments

Take a night off—or a day off—with this week's deals on drinks, appetizers, massages and manicures.

Remember to check with the merchant for additional conditions. Corner Pub and Grill Deal: Appetizers are half off during happy hour, which is 4 to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday. International Tap House Deal: Half of the taps are half off on Mondays. Tuesday specials include $3 Missouri draft and bottles. These deals are good from 8 p.m. to close. Bella Gente Salon Deal: The salon offers create-a-day packages. Pick three services offered (including spa manicures and pedicures, haircuts or facials) for $105. Petsmart Deal: Purchase Martha Stewart pet products and save 20 percent. Good through: This deal is good through May 22. Manchester Aquatic Center Deal: A pass for a family of residents (three people or fewer) is $155; a pass for a …

House Hunt: Some Open Houses Still Planned for Easter Weekend

Each week, Chesterfield Patch brings you a selection of open houses in the West County area.

• Photos (10)

House Hunt: Family Homes Open for Browsing

Each week, Chesterfield Patch brings you a selection of open houses in West County for the weekend.

• Photos (8)

Frugal Family

Take Advantage of Cheap Haircuts, Deals on Easter Supplies

Also check out deals on bath products and hand soap.

Frugal Family found this week's best deals for you and your family on food, hygiene products, furniture and fun for the kids. Remember to check with the merchant for additional conditions. Hair Saloon for Men Deal: $10.40 for adult haircut on April 15. Bath and Body Works Deal: Antibacterial hand soap is four for $15 or six for $20. Good Through: Check with merchant for end date. Chili's Deal: Kids eat free with paying adult on Tuesday evenings. Michaels Deal: 55 percent off a custom-framing order and 40 percent off Easter baskets and decor Good Through: April 16 Ulta  Deal: Ulta bath products are buy two get two free. Good Through: April 16 Whole Foods Market Deal: The store is hosting a Free Easter egg hunt (reservations required). Ages …

• Photos (1)

Get Out: Two Art Events and a Family-Friendly Play

Your weekend planner for April 8 through April 10.

Visit the Easter Bunny When: 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Saturday, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday Where: The Chesterfield Mall, near Dillards Why go: Take your kids for the traditional Easter Bunny photo. No reservations are needed.  Cost: The visit is free. Photo packages start at $20. Spring Art Fair at Queeny Park When: 6 to 9 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday and 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday Where: Greensfelder Recreation Complex at Queeny Park, 550 Weidman Rd., Ballwin Why go: More than 130 artists from 20 states will be at this event. Enjoy live music and a wine tasting on Friday and Saturday evenings. Kids can participate in an interactive art education program that allows them to talk to artists. Cost: $5 The Phantom Tollbooth …

• Photos (2)

Frugal Family

Deals on Meals and Home Improvement in West County

Dining room furniture is on sale at World Market, plus adults and kids eat cheap Olive Garden and other restaurants.

Frugal Family found this week's best deals for you and your family on meals, fitness and ways to fix up your home.  Remember to check with the merchant for additional conditions. World Market Deal: World Market is offering up to 5o-percent off dining furniture. Good through: April 17 Olive Garden Deal: Unlimited soup, salad and breadsticks costs $6.95 every day until 4 p.m. Mid-West Floor Deal: Save 25 percent storewide. Good Through: April 16 Codi Deal: Buy one pair of Codi earrings, get the second pair half off. Good through: April 10 Bar Method of St. Louis Deal: The new client special is $125 for unlimited classes for 30 days. Good through: The special is ongoing for new clients. Buffalo Wild Wings Deal: Monday and Thursday they offer …

House Hunt: Serious House Shopping on April Fools

Each week, Chesterfield Patch brings you a sample of the weekend's open houses.

• Photos (14)