Mother’s Day sweets with Zoë Bakes: Taste Buds
Stephanie Hansen celebrates Mother’s Day with two of her favorite moms: Laurie Crowell from Golden Fig Fine Foods, and Zoë François of Zoë Bakes in the latest episode of Taste Buds.
Minne's D ‘pay it forward’ hopes to feed customers, community
A “pay it forward" board allows current customers to purchase a meal – or anything of their choosing off the menu – and leave it for the next person.
Beloved Convention Grill reopening in Edina after years-long closure
For nine decades, the Convention Grill has been known for serving up no-frills American classics. But after four years of customers waiting and wondering, the burgers are back on the grill at the beloved diner.
Dangerous Man Brewing new location announced, outdoor taproom campaign launched
After closing its northeast Minneapolis location last October, the owners of Dangerous Man Brewing promised they would return - fans of their beer now know where.
Billy Sushi and tuna rolls: Taste Buds
Stephanie Hansen dives deep into the art of the sushi roll with nationally renowned chef Billy Tserenbat, founder of Billy Sushi in Minneapolis, on the latest episode of Taste Buds.
Bachelorette dinner date: Taste Buds
Stephanie Hansen’s good friend, Jack Leius, has a new girlfriend – and she’s no stranger to TV. Michelle Young captured hearts as the runner-up on season 25 of “The Bachelor,” and as “The Bachelorette” in 2021. And while Michelle’s love story took a few unexpected turns, she and Jack are thrilled that their paths finally crossed. Anxious to meet Michelle and celebrate their relationship, Stephanie prepares a romantic dinner plan with Jack on the latest episode of Taste Buds. They head to Kowalski’s grocery store for ingredients, then get to work making shrimp fettuccine with spinach and sun-dried tomatoes, strawberry salad with honeyed almonds, a signature tequila cocktail, and 2019 Napa Valley red wine from Magna Carta.
New café and coffee shop moves into northeast Mpls
A busy corner in northeast Minneapolis has a new spot for coffee and clean eats. Parcelle Organics took over the New Bohemia spot at Hennepin and University. The shop boasts a Wesley Andrews coffee counter with Japanese siphons. There’s also smoothies, bakery items plus breakfast and lunch options. They make everything they can in-house, including the breads and milks. The smoothies are also available as a new food item at Twins games this season. The restaurant is from Kamal Mohamed of STEPCHLD and Nashville Coop. Parcelle is open seven days a week, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday and 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday.
Homemade bread recipes: Taste Buds
Stephanie Hansen’s love of focaccia, sourdough, and croissants leads her on an epic Minneapolis bread journey in this episode of Taste Buds.
Egg Flip dishing up Korean-style egg sandwiches
One of the hottest dining destinations in the Twin Cites is in an unexpected location, the skyway. Egg Flip is dishing up an oversized Korean-style egg sandwich. It’s located in the skyway of the Six Quebec building at 601 S. Marquette Ave. The shop is open from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday through Friday.
McDonald's to sell Krispy Kreme doughnuts nationwide
McDonald’s will begin selling Krispy Kreme Doughnuts nationwide by the end of 2026, both chains announced on Tuesday.
Chick-fil-A rolls out pizza pies! Here's where you can taste them
Chick-fil-A is shaking up the fast-food scene with their latest culinary experiment: pizza pies!
St. Patrick's Day eats: Taste Buds
Stephanie Hansen explores a world of Irish delights for St. Patrick’s Day in the latest episode of Taste Buds.
New in Hopkins: Pink Ivy Kitchen & Bar
The couple behind Advellum at the Malcom Yards Market have opened their first full-service restaurant on Main Street in Hopkins. Pink Ivy will offer lunch and dinner service Tuesday through Sunday. Michael and Viorica Shaughnessy describe the menu as modern-American fare infused with seasonal twists.
McCoy’s Public House in St. Louis Park is closing after 20 years
McCoy’s Public House in St. Louis Park announced on Thursday it will close at the end of the month.
Galactic Pizza announces closure, ends era of delivery from superheroes
Galactic Pizza on Lyndale Avenue South, a long-time favorite for Minneapolis residents looking for pizza delivered by drivers dressed as superheroes, has announced it will close.
Minnesota's first women's sports bar ‘knocks it out of the park’
A new bar in Minneapolis will focus on women's sports, hoping to draw an underrepresented sports fan demographic to A Bar Of Their Own.
Korean cuisine: Taste Buds
Stephanie Hansen's love of Korean food takes her on a whirlwind adventure of flavors in this episode of Taste Buds.
A Bar of Their Own — a women's sports bar — opens in Minneapolis
A bar that will exclusively air women's sports opens on March 1 in Minneapolis.
Dario in Minneapolis features homemade pasta
Two industry veterans have partnered to open Dario in the North Loop neighborhood of Minneapolis. Chef Joe Rolle and Beverage Director Stephen Rowe brought in Rachael Cornelius McLeod of the Cornelius Pasta Company to run the pasta room. The pasta is made fresh everyday in house. McLeod’s pasta became Instagram famous over the last few years as she hosted pop-ups. Now you can find that pasta everyday at Dario which is on the main floor of the T3 Building.
The Curry Diva: Taste Buds
Stephanie Hansen explores the tropical flavors of Sri Lanka with Chef Heather Jansz, also known as The Curry Diva.