The 5 best things our food writers ate around the Twin Cities this week
Pupusas Benedict, pho-style French dip and more at neighborhood eateries. Plus, a new place for dumplings.
January 16, 2026
The 5 best things our food writers ate around the Twin Cities this week
Comforting soup, saucy fried chicken sandwiches, paint-your-own cookies, a twist on a sashimi wrap and small-town barbecue are among our favorite bites.
January 9, 2026
The 5 best things our food writers ate in 2025
Popovers from the North Woods, a last meal at Lurcat, vegan ribs, chile cheese fries and seasonal salads make up this year’s favorite dishes.
December 26, 2025
The 5 best things our food writers ate this week
Those congee hash browns really do live up to the hype. Plus, unforgettable tortillas, obsession-worthy caramel rolls and dunking sauces.
December 12, 2025
The 5 best things our food writers ate this week
New Mexican, Japanese and health-minded eateries, plus tried-and-true road trip and dim sum staples.
December 5, 2025
The 5 best things our food writers ate this week
Noteworthy onion rings, creative pizzas, well-played seasonal ingredients and more.
November 21, 2025
The 5 best things our food writers ate this week
Checking out new bakeries, Mexican markets and banh mi places, while old school dive bar staples and holiday pop ups kept things nostalgic.
November 14, 2025
The 5 best things our food writers ate this week
Global flavors and fried chicken with a cult following fueled a great week of new food finds.
November 7, 2025
The 5 best things our food writers ate this week
Cannoli gone wild, standard-setting mozzarella sticks and a hidden gem left strong impressions in a good way.
October 31, 2025
The 5 best things our food writers ate this week
Great bites in the form of pastries, Asian-fusion, wood-fire pizzas and more.
October 24, 2025
The 5 best things our food writers ate this week
There’s pizza and sliders you should know about, salmon at a hotel restaurant worth a mention, high-end chocolate and classic pasta from a classic restaurant.
October 17, 2025
The 5 best things our food writers ate this week
Checking out neighborhood gems in Brooklyn Park, Red Wing, along the Great River Road and beyond.
October 10, 2025
