Taste Buds: Holiday Sweets with Zoë Bakes
Macaroons, gingerbread houses, and salted caramels are on the menu in this holiday episode of Taste Buds.
Taste Buds: Holiday Sweets with Zoë Bakes
Macaroons, gingerbread houses, and salted caramels are on the menu in this holiday episode of Taste Buds.
Study finds hot cocoa can help reduce stress — but only under these conditions
A recent study reveals that hot cocoa rich in flavonols can reduce stress-related vascular impairment, but only when made with unprocessed cocoa and paired with high-fat meals under specific conditions.
FDA red food dye ban: When it could happen, and what to know
The FDA is reviewing a petition that could ban an artificial food coloring called Red No. 3. Here’s what to know about the petition and the product.
Debate over sell-by and expiration dates boils down to one answer, experts say
Should sell-by dates serve as expiration dates? Experts provide food for thought.
McDonald's snack wraps are coming back
The snack wrap, a McDonald’s fan favorite, is returning to menus in the U.S.
Chipotle raises menu prices by 2%, blames inflation; what it means for customers
Chipotle has raised menu prices by 2% nationwide, citing inflation and rising ingredient costs. Here's how the price hike affects customers and what to expect moving forward.
Chi-Chi's is making a comeback in MN
Chi-Chi’s restaurants are making a comeback in 2025 after closing their doors nearly 20 years ago. While exact details are not yet known, the first two stores will be opened in Minnesota sometime next year. The popular chain was founded in Minnesota in 1975 by former Green Bay Packers player Max McGee and restaurateur Marno McDermott. It expanded to over 200 locations across the U.S. before closing in 2004.
Chi-Chi’s restaurant chain returning in 2025, first stores opening in Minnesota
While exact details are not yet known, the first two stores will open in Minnesota next year.
Taco Bell unveils drive-thru photo booth experience — Here's where you can find it
Taco Bell is introducing a unique drive-thru photo booth experience called the Live Más Drive-Thru Cams at select locations across the U.S.
Vodka maker Stoli Group USA files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy
Stoli Group USA is 'currently facing significant balance sheet and liquidity challenges,' according to a court filing.
Dirty soda shop called Sota opens in Minnesota
Dirty sodas are having a moment, and now there's a new dirty soda shop in Minnesota.
Social media user discovers Olive Garden breadstick with mysterious letters, numbers
A breadstick from popular restaurant chain Olive Garden has drawn attention on social media for seemingly having a few alphanumeric characters on it.
Office space lottery could boost struggling downtown St. Paul
St. Paul is holding a lottery to give away six months of free office space and parking in downtown in the hopes that once people come back to the area – they will stay there.
Here's how you can safely store your Thanksgiving leftovers
If you are looking for a place to stash your leftovers from Thanksgiving to enjoy them a little longer, here’s what you should do.
Touching Thanksgiving giveaway tradition passes to new generation
A Twin Cities tradition feeds thousands of people on Thanksgiving every year, and it has now extended to a new generation.
Struggling with your Thanksgiving turkey? This company has a helpline
The 2024 holiday season marks the 43rd year Butterball has operated the Turkey Talk-Line. It will remain open though December 24.
Owners of iconic Minneapolis dive bar CC Club considering possible sale
The owner of iconic Minneapolis dive bar CC Club could be looking to sell, if the right offer came along.
McDonald's gets into gift-giving with limited-time 2-toy Happy Meal
McDonald's will sell the Pet Simulator Happy Meals until mid-December.
Krispy Kreme goes full Grinch with holiday doughnut lineup
Krispy Kreme is bringing holiday cheer with its "Merry Grinchmas Doughnut Collection," launching November 29.