Hospitality industry faces worker shortage as restrictions ease
The hospitality industry is facing a worker shortage as COVID-19 restrictions ease up.
The hospitality industry is facing a worker shortage as COVID-19 restrictions ease up.
Catalytic converter stolen from Anoka food shelf delivery truck
A food truck for a Twin Cities metro food shelf is now sidelined after the vehicle's catalytic converter was stolen.
A food truck for a Twin Cities metro food shelf is now sidelined after the vehicle's catalytic converter was stolen.
Valleyfair to reopen May 22 with COVID-19 safety protocols in place
Valleyfair will open May 22 and tickets will be on a reservation basis only. All visitors over the age of two must be wearing a face covering at all times, except when eating or drinking.
Valleyfair will open May 22 and tickets will be on a reservation basis only. All visitors over the age of two must be wearing a face covering at all times, except when eating or drinking.
'It's all about community': Gandhi Mahal owner continues to rebuild 1 year after riots
Not long after the unrest that followed the death of George Floyd, the owner of one burned down restaurant was recognized for his support for the protests. The owner of Gandhi Mahal said they’re working to recover, but it’s taking some time.
Not long after the unrest that followed the death of George Floyd, the owner of one burned down restaurant was recognized for his support for the protests. The owner of Gandhi Mahal said they’re working to recover, but it’s taking some time.
Minnesota State Fair announces 5-day walk-through event over Memorial Day weekend
Missing the Great Minnesota Get-Together? You could get a preview later this month.
Missing the Great Minnesota Get-Together? You could get a preview later this month.
Where does your favorite food come from? New book takes on American cuisine
It's part history lesson, part foodie road trip. Author and producer David Page is out with a new book, "Food Americana". David joined the Buzz to chat about his latest work, which explores the origins of all your favorite foods, from sushi to pizza.
It's part history lesson, part foodie road trip. Author and producer David Page is out with a new book, "Food Americana". David joined the Buzz to chat about his latest work, which explores the origins of all your favorite foods, from sushi to pizza.
Physicians suing USDA claim latest dietary guidelines cater to meat, dairy industries, not health of Americans
he plaintiffs said the guidelines promote the interest of the meat and dairy industries while disregarding data showing the harm meat and dairy can cause, such as cancer and digestive issues.
he plaintiffs said the guidelines promote the interest of the meat and dairy industries while disregarding data showing the harm meat and dairy can cause, such as cancer and digestive issues.
Reese's to sell new candy bar, sweetening permanent lineup
Not only is Reese's adding a new candy bar to the permanent lineup, but for a limited time only you'll also be able to find a pure peanut butter cup without the chocolate.
Not only is Reese's adding a new candy bar to the permanent lineup, but for a limited time only you'll also be able to find a pure peanut butter cup without the chocolate.
White Claw to launch hard seltzer with higher alcohol content
White Claw announced it will be launching White Claw Surge — which contains 8% alcohol as opposed to the traditional 5% — this summer.
White Claw announced it will be launching White Claw Surge — which contains 8% alcohol as opposed to the traditional 5% — this summer.
Rolling droid brings MSP Airport passengers to-go food orders
A rolling droid is helping bring MSP Airport travelers to-go food orders.
A rolling droid is helping bring MSP Airport travelers to-go food orders.
'Minnesota Rice': Prominent restauranteurs team up to fight Asian hate
A group of prominent Minnesota restauranteurs are teaming up to create Minnesota Rice.
A group of prominent Minnesota restauranteurs are teaming up to create Minnesota Rice.
#ShotforSam: Samuel Adams offering free beer to people who get COVID-19 vaccine
The Samuel Adams brewing company is offering the first 10,000 people who share photo proof that they received the COVID-19 vaccine $7 to redeem a free beer.
The Samuel Adams brewing company is offering the first 10,000 people who share photo proof that they received the COVID-19 vaccine $7 to redeem a free beer.
Pandemic ‘pivot’ leads to $2M in delivery sales for Edina Liquor
Before the pandemic, Edina Liquor received about 10 to 20 home delivery orders per day, but that number is closer to 40 or 50 now.
Before the pandemic, Edina Liquor received about 10 to 20 home delivery orders per day, but that number is closer to 40 or 50 now.
Ketchup shortage hits restaurants, fast food chains across the US
Ketchup is the latest pandemic-fueled shortage following flour, pepperoni and aluminum cans.
Ketchup is the latest pandemic-fueled shortage following flour, pepperoni and aluminum cans.
Dairy Queen bringing back Dreamsicle Dipped Cone, non-dairy 'Dilly Bar' for spring
Dairy Queen has updated its spring menu with returning favorites, new beverages, and even a non-dairy Dairy Queen dessert.
Dairy Queen has updated its spring menu with returning favorites, new beverages, and even a non-dairy Dairy Queen dessert.
Surly plans to reopen Beer Hall in June, months after closure, labor dispute
Surly Beer Hall says it has tentative plans to reopen on June 1.
Surly Beer Hall says it has tentative plans to reopen on June 1.
Wisconsin bars, restaurants can now sell cocktails, wine to go
The bill, which won bipartisan approval in the Legislature, allows for mixed drinks and glasses of wine to be sold to go as long as they have tamper-evident seals. It takes effect immediately.
The bill, which won bipartisan approval in the Legislature, allows for mixed drinks and glasses of wine to be sold to go as long as they have tamper-evident seals. It takes effect immediately.
Judge rules to revoke Alibi Drinkery's liquor license for reopening during restrictions
An administrative law judge ruled to revoke the liquor license of Alibi Drinkery, a Lakeville restaurant which repeatedly reopened in violation of COVID-19 restrictions.
An administrative law judge ruled to revoke the liquor license of Alibi Drinkery, a Lakeville restaurant which repeatedly reopened in violation of COVID-19 restrictions.
Pepsi releases newest limited-edition soda flavor: Peeps
Pepsi and Peeps have partnered to create a soda flavor unlike any other.
Pepsi and Peeps have partnered to create a soda flavor unlike any other.
South Minneapolis icon Liquor Lyle's put up for sale
The iconic Liquor Lyle’s in south Minneapolis has been closed since the start of the pandemic and now it is up for sale.
The iconic Liquor Lyle’s in south Minneapolis has been closed since the start of the pandemic and now it is up for sale.