Acclaimed Missouri chef closes his restaurant, citing state 'hate politics' against LGBTQ...

Rob Connoley was a finalist for "Best Chef Midwest" at this year's James Beard Awards, sometimes referred to as “the food Oscars.” His lauded St. Louis restaurant Bulrush gained national recognition for its food inspired by traditional Ozark cuisine.
Bulrush, the lauded St. Louis restaurant that gained national recognition for its food inspired by traditional Ozark cuisine, has served its last meal.

Owner and chef Rob Connoley, a Missouri native, said he did not want to continue bringing attention to the state because of its policies affecting gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender residents.