Union Hmong Kitchen opens Lake Street location, Chef Yia Vang continues vision expansion
"Our culture is woven into the food that we eat, passed down from generation to generation. I want younger Hmong kids to see that this is an option, if they want to pursue it," Chef Yia Vang says about his growing empire in Union Hmong Kitchen.
"Our culture is woven into the food that we eat, passed down from generation to generation. I want younger Hmong kids to see that this is an option, if they want to pursue it," Chef Yia Vang says about his growing empire in Union Hmong Kitchen.
Timberwolves Leonard Miller: Food and winters
The Minnesota Timberwolves? top pick in the NBA draft Leonard Miller reveals what his favorite restaurant in Minnesota so far, and how he?s already equipped to deal with his first Minnesota winter.
The Minnesota Timberwolves? top pick in the NBA draft Leonard Miller reveals what his favorite restaurant in Minnesota so far, and how he?s already equipped to deal with his first Minnesota winter.
Fridley antique shop cleaning up after water main break
The owners of an LGBTQ- friendly Fridley antique store are at rock bottom this weekend after flooding destroyed the bulk of their merchandise. Wild Things Unlimited is a vintage collection of antique items sold by 49 curated vendors.
The owners of an LGBTQ- friendly Fridley antique store are at rock bottom this weekend after flooding destroyed the bulk of their merchandise. Wild Things Unlimited is a vintage collection of antique items sold by 49 curated vendors.
Kris Humphries opens Dave’s Hot Chicken, Minnesota’s first location
A former University of Minnesota Gopher’s basketball star and NBA player has opened Minnesota’s first Dave’s Hot Chicken franchise while quietly amassing more than a dozen other franchises in a continued investment in the state that made him who he is.
A former University of Minnesota Gopher’s basketball star and NBA player has opened Minnesota’s first Dave’s Hot Chicken franchise while quietly amassing more than a dozen other franchises in a continued investment in the state that made him who he is.
Small town café closes, La Michoacana chases ‘American Dream’ in its wake
From idea to reality, the restaurant represents a portrait of small-town America – working hard to accomplish whatever your goals are.
From idea to reality, the restaurant represents a portrait of small-town America – working hard to accomplish whatever your goals are.
Pizza Luce lawsuit claims delivery drivers are getting paid below minimum wage
The lawsuit claims that Pizza Luce's reimbursement for delivery drivers isn't enough to cover the costs of maintaining their vehicles and paying for fuel. As a result, the lawsuit says the delivery driver are effectively being paid less than minimum wage.
The lawsuit claims that Pizza Luce's reimbursement for delivery drivers isn't enough to cover the costs of maintaining their vehicles and paying for fuel. As a result, the lawsuit says the delivery driver are effectively being paid less than minimum wage.
Celebrating historic queer library in MN
In the heart of the Twin Cities, there is a hidden gem for the LGBTQ community. Quatrefoil Library in Minneapolis is filled with books featuring queer characters and is the second oldest library of its kind in the United States.
In the heart of the Twin Cities, there is a hidden gem for the LGBTQ community. Quatrefoil Library in Minneapolis is filled with books featuring queer characters and is the second oldest library of its kind in the United States.
French bakery brings taste of Paris to MN
After training among the best in Paris, Marc Heu brought his delicate desserts and pastry creations to St. Paul. He and his wife initially opened a shop in the Frogtown neighborhood in 2019, but they needed more space and recently moved into a new storefront. Marc Heu Patisserie Paris is now located at 156 Dale St. North. The new caf? has more seating and will have patio seating soon. It?s open Monday to Sunday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
After training among the best in Paris, Marc Heu brought his delicate desserts and pastry creations to St. Paul. He and his wife initially opened a shop in the Frogtown neighborhood in 2019, but they needed more space and recently moved into a new storefront. Marc Heu Patisserie Paris is now located at 156 Dale St. North. The new caf? has more seating and will have patio seating soon. It?s open Monday to Sunday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Foundation searching for entrepreneurs in rural Minnesota for fellowship
Attention entrepreneurs: A program is offering $60,000 over two years, along with coaching, mentorship, and all sorts of guidance.
Attention entrepreneurs: A program is offering $60,000 over two years, along with coaching, mentorship, and all sorts of guidance.
Leo’s Landing facing closure on St. Croix River due to licensing dispute
The city says plans include a bigger and better public boat launch, plus a fishing pier, with hopes to make the stretch an improved public amenity, but its owner says it would be the end of its families livelihood.
The city says plans include a bigger and better public boat launch, plus a fishing pier, with hopes to make the stretch an improved public amenity, but its owner says it would be the end of its families livelihood.
Burnsville man fulfills childhood dream of opening comic book store
Five years ago, a Burnsville man stepped out on faith to fulfill a childhood dream. Today, Eric Childs is the only Black-owned comic book retailer in the state and one of a few in the country.
Five years ago, a Burnsville man stepped out on faith to fulfill a childhood dream. Today, Eric Childs is the only Black-owned comic book retailer in the state and one of a few in the country.
Black-owned comic book store in Burnsville
Five years ago, a Burnsville man stepped out on faith to fulfill a childhood dream. Today, Eric Childs is the only Black-owned comic book retailer in the state and one of a few in the country.
Five years ago, a Burnsville man stepped out on faith to fulfill a childhood dream. Today, Eric Childs is the only Black-owned comic book retailer in the state and one of a few in the country.
The Unofficial becomes The Dive after former employees purchase location following mistreatment
A beloved neighborhood bar and restaurant in St. Anthony, Minnesota, has come under new ownership after former employees came up with a plan to purchase it from the previous owner they worked under.
A beloved neighborhood bar and restaurant in St. Anthony, Minnesota, has come under new ownership after former employees came up with a plan to purchase it from the previous owner they worked under.
Brooklyn Park cake designer hopes to inspire others through her creations
Working from her Brooklyn Park home, one mother has allowed her imagination to run wild, and it's blossomed into a growing business.
Working from her Brooklyn Park home, one mother has allowed her imagination to run wild, and it's blossomed into a growing business.
Indigenous brand Manitobah announces Mall of America location, first store in U.S.
The Mall of America has announced it will house the first-ever U.S. store location for indigenous footwear company Manitobah.
The Mall of America has announced it will house the first-ever U.S. store location for indigenous footwear company Manitobah.
Mother Clucker’s opens in Minneapolis, owners bet on success opening several neighborhood businesses
The founders of several businesses in the Loring Park neighborhood of Minneapolis have opened another venture, offering more options in an area they’re heavily invested in seeing succeed.
The founders of several businesses in the Loring Park neighborhood of Minneapolis have opened another venture, offering more options in an area they’re heavily invested in seeing succeed.
Delivery fees discussed at Capitol
A bill being considered by lawmakers at the State Capitol would add a .75 fee to every delivery transaction made in or into the state.
A bill being considered by lawmakers at the State Capitol would add a .75 fee to every delivery transaction made in or into the state.
St. Paul's Afro Deli owner named Small Business Person of the Year
A Minnesota man who immigrated to the U.S. and built a successful food business was named Monday as the National Small Business Person of the Year.
A Minnesota man who immigrated to the U.S. and built a successful food business was named Monday as the National Small Business Person of the Year.
15-year-old Edina entrepreneur creates sustainable swimwear brand
By day, Sienna Dhariwal is a normal high school sophomore, focused on hanging out with friends and cramming for her next exam.
By day, Sienna Dhariwal is a normal high school sophomore, focused on hanging out with friends and cramming for her next exam.
Edina teen creates sustainable swimwear brand
By day, Sienna Dhariwal is a normal high school sophomore, focused on hanging out with friends and cramming for her next exam. But by night, things look a little different.
By day, Sienna Dhariwal is a normal high school sophomore, focused on hanging out with friends and cramming for her next exam. But by night, things look a little different.