Ben Poremba – Bengelina Hospitality Group
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On this episode of The Sauce podcast, host and Sauce executive editor Lauren Healey sits down with acclaimed restaurateur Ben Poremba to explore the roots of his culinary journey, how his heritage shapes his cooking, and what’s new in the Bengelina Hospitality Group.
We also discuss:
- The challenges and rewards of running restaurants in St. Louis
- What it was like when the May 16, 2025, tornado damaged some of his businesses
- Feel-good moments that confirm he’s in the right profession
Three of Ben’s picks from his top 10 St. Louis restaurants: The full list goes live on Wednesday, Aug. 20, at saucemagazine.com.
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