A ‘revival’ for Revival under new ownership

When Revival abruptly closed its four locations earlier this year, the move sent shock waves through the local restaurant community.

Taste Buds: T-Rex Cookies and Monster Bites
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Stephanie Hansen is teaming up for an epic cookie collab in the latest episode of Taste Buds. Partnering with Tina Rexing, owner of the nationally renowned T-Rex Cookie bakery, Stephanie helps create a bold, sweet-and-spicy treat that gives back in a big way.

Heights Bakery closing in Columbia Heights after 70+ years in business

Heights Bakery has announced its fourth generation of family ownership will be its last, officially closing its Columbia Heights location doors on Aug. 1, 2025.

Café Lurcat closing after 23 years in Minneapolis location

Café & Bar Lurcat has announced it will closing its doors in September after a 23-year run at its iconic location.

Annie's Parlour in Dinkytown closed after more than 50 years in business

Annie's Parlour has announced its permanent closure, bringing an end to half a century of traditional burgers and malts at the iconic location.

Palmer's Bar in Minneapolis to close in September

A fixture of the Minneapolis West Bank announced this summer will be its last, with Palmer's Bar set to close its doors in mid-September.

Wampach's in Shakopee is perfect breakfast spot
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The FOX 9 Town Ball Tour is rolling into Shakopee on Wednesday, and Shayne Wells stopped by Wampach's Restaurant in Shakopee. The popular spot is known for its breakfast and other meals made from scratch.

St. Paul hosting Downtown Block Party Friday night in Mears Park

Businesses and city leaders are banding together to host an inaugural Downtown Block Party on Friday, calling it a "kick-off to summer."

Lagniappe, Du Nord Cocktail Room announce closures set for May 31

Opening in September 2024 on a stretch of Lake Street still rebuilding from the pandemic and 2020 protests, the owners behind Lagniappe and the Du Nord Cocktail Room have announced they will throw in the towel at the end of the month.

Taste Buds: Strawberry Delights
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Stephanie Hansen goes big for strawberry season with showstopping recipes and family favorites in this episode of Taste Buds. First, she heads to Jackie Thesing?s house to make strawberry pie cookies and strawberry angel food cake ice cream. Jackie?s popular Instagram, @sweetgirltreatsmn, features all her unique recipes and fun moments with her three kids (who love to lend a hand in the kitchen). Find the recipes for Jackie?s cookies and ice cream at sweetgirltreatsmn.com. Back at home, Stephanie whips up a simple strawberry salad with buttermilk dressing, and her famous strawberry cake ? a family favorite during her birthday at the cabin.?

Dark Horse reopening in St. Paul’s Lowertown neighborhood this summer

Dark Horse Bar & Eatery has announced it will reopen with new ownership following its closure after a decade-long stretch in February.

Portillo's unveils new sandwich named after Pope Leo XIV

Portillo’s is paying tribute to the historic election of Pope Leo XIV — the first American pope and a Chicago native — with a limited-time sandwich.