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20 things you didn't know about Minnesota's famous Honeycrisp apples
Not only is the Honeycrisp apple celebrating 20 years of good taste, but the Minnesota-made favorite also is reminding us that it's thoroughly rooted in the North Star State.
Eat & Drink
A serious wine industry in Minnesota? You betcha — and it's growing
The growing industry is improving with age. Today there are more than 70 wineries in Minnesota.
Eat & Drink
Where is the good food at the Mall of America?
The megamall should use its 25th birthday to rethink its food-and-drink options.
Taste
Ready for gazpacho? Your tomatoes are
Gazpacho was once the humble lunch for those who worked in the fields and remains a reliable, satisfying, cooling meal on these lovely warm days.
Eat & Drink
Couple learn baby's sex from a Juicy Lucy in highly Minnesotan 'gender reveal'
Think pink and blue cupcakes are passé? Eric and Aly Nelson, of Minneapolis, took their "gender reveal party" in a different direction: a Juicy Lucy.
Taste
Harvest the creaminess of corn in a pasta sauce
Caramelized onions and fresh corn make a memorable sauce.
Eat & Drink
Lou Nanne's steakhouse is changing its name and menu
The rebrand of Lou Nanne's comes as an effort to give the restaurant a more casual feel.
Eat & Drink
Only in Minnesota: Minneapolis eatery tops its hot dog with hot dish
The MPLS Dog is the latest contender in a field crowded with Chicagos and Coneys.
Eat & Drink
Coastal Seafoods buyer looks back on bringing fresh fish to Midwest
As Tim Lauer starts enjoying his well-earned retirement, the 32-year Coastal Seafoods veteran takes a look back at his influential career.
Eat & Drink
Looking for a new Twin Cities restaurant? Here are 3 to check out
Newcomers in Minneapolis, St. Paul and Bloomington.
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Baja Sol restaurants close without notice
Local chain made no public announcement but all seven of the Twin Cities locations have suddenly closed.
Eat & Drink
Chef Lenny Russo takes reins at St. Paul's Commodore after closing Heartland
The six-time James Beard Award nominee comes on board next week.
Eat & Drink
New frozen treat emporium with vegan ice cream and crepes coming to Mpls.
Crepe & Spoon is set to debut sometime in December.
Eat & Drink
New cookbook revives Lincoln Del, reveals a few culinary secrets
The famed Jewish deli comes back to life in a remembrance-filled cookbook, written by the founders' granddaughter.
Eat & Drink
Making your own beer couldn't be easier with the latest technology
The craft of home-brewing has expanded to include many new toys, from fermentation vessels to malting machines.
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