The 5 best things our food writers ate this week in the Twin Cities (and beyond)
It was an eclectic week of eating: the king of desserts, a Best breakfast in Duluth, dinner at a new Minneapolis restaurant, the return of Arepa Bar (but in St. Paul) and a signature taste of Minnesota.
On the Wolves' playoff menu: Surf and turf, Ann Kim's Korean ribs and Marc Heu's pastries
Team executive chef David Fhima ups the glitz and brings in top chefs for games 1 and 2.
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Inspired by the latest "Top Chef" challenge, we look at old-fashioned dining in style.
Taste
Dining with altitude: Top-floor restaurants give new meaning to 'high roller' in Las Vegas
High above the Strip, thrill seekers can sip cocktails, take in a four-course tasting dinner, swim or just enjoy the view.
Taste
Dining with altitude: Top-floor restaurants give new meaning to 'high roller' in Las Vegas
High above the Strip, thrill seekers can sip cocktails, take in a four-course tasting dinner, swim or just enjoy the view.
Travel
9 reasons you won't recognize Las Vegas on your next trip
The immersive Sphere arena, smoke-free options, millennial nostalgia and Minnesota-friendly spas are keeping Sin City fresh.
Taste
The Twins sell tickets with all-you-can-eat classic concession fare. Are they worth it?
We borrowed a colleague from the sports department to put Target Field's new all-inclusive Legends Landing to the test.
Eat & Drink
Forgotten Star Brewing in Fridley is launching a food truck, and more restaurant news
The collaboration with food website Fit Foodie Finds will open in May. Plus: Donut Star expansion, more seasonal openings, going casual at Kado No Mise and more restaurant news.
Minneapolis
Small fire atop Masu Sushi and Robata in Minneapolis leaves dining spot uninhabitable
The fire on Sunday afternoon was quickly extinguished, according to the Minneapolis Fire Department, but left the popular Japanese restaurant uninhabitable for the time being.
Eat & Drink
The 5 best things our food writers ate in the Twin Cities area this week
We swung by two newcomers, revisited a still-buzzy favorite, found a classic doughnut in Shakopee and checked out a wine bar in Denver that's opening a Minneapolis outpost this summer.
Eat & Drink
Brühaven brewery coming to downtown Minneapolis this summer
Located in former Lakes & Legends, it will carry on the brand's community ethos — and some of its core beers.
Eat & Drink
Why an award-winning Minnesota restaurateur is getting into the THC beverage business
Dana Thompson, formerly of Owamni, has released Heti, a new line of drinks inspired by nature.
Variety
Here's how a Minnesota chef plans to celebrate Eid at the Hewing. And you can, too.
Tullibee's takeover menu on April 10-11 is inspired by chef Aref Zalatimo's memories of celebrating the holiday back home in Amman. Want a head start? He also shares a recipe.
Eat & Drink
Chef Jorge Guzmán's Mex-Tex spot Chilango opens April 18, and more restaurant news
Plus: Sea Salt adds a sandwich shop, a new club in downtown Minneapolis, a St. Paul bakery for your radar and lots of other restaurant news.
Local
Mall of America dismisses suit against Sugar Factory over rent
The mall's owner said Sugar Factory owed over $2 million in unpaid rent and related charges.
Business
With latest expansion, Minnesota's Crisp and Green will have more than 200 locations
Launched by Twin Cities entrepreneur Steele Smiley, Crisp & Green is set to open about 60 more locations by the end of 2024, with the latest in the Milwaukee and Chicago suburbs.
Eat & Drink
This Minneapolis chef doesn't like tasting menus but launches one to save his restaurant
Why chef Isaac Becker is taking the plunge at his lesser-known restaurant Snack Bar: "It's like we didn't exist."
Eat & Drink
The 5 best sandwiches our food writers ate in the Twin Cities area this week
Our latest finds for breakfast sandwiches, bánh mì and lumberjack-sized sandwiches, plus flavors of Brazil and Keefer Court.
Eat & Drink
For National Beer Day, here's our favorite 6-pack right now
From locally brewed classics to new beers on the block, this is what we're making room for in our refrigerators ahead of the day of celebration.
Eat & Drink
The first new foods to find for the Twins' 2024 season
There were plenty of Minnesota flavors as Target Field unveiled its newest lineup of snacks in the stands.
Eat & Drink
You asked, our Taste team answered: Espresso martinis, date-night dining, a D'Amico closing
You asked the questions, and we have the answers.
Eat & Drink
Minneapolis restaurant Oro, 2 Mpls. chefs are finalists in James Beard Awards
Ann Ahmed and Christina Nguyen both advanced in the Best Chef: Midwest category.
Eat & Drink
Get a taste of the Minnesota State Fair with May event
Here's what to expect at the popular Kickoff to Summer event. Tickets go on sale April 5.
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