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.
Restaurants open on Thanksgiving 2024
As always, hours can vary by location, but here is a list of some major restaurants whose doors will be open on Thanksgiving.
How much do Minnesota servers earn from tips?
A new study looked at how much income servers in Minnesota earn from tips.
Halftime with Taste Buds: Party quesadillas
Stephanie Hansen whips up a big game day crowd pleaser in this halftime edition of Taste Buds. Layer large tortillas on a sheet pan and fill with your favorite ingredients to create a crispy, flavorful, and shareable app for your party guests.
Labor Standards Board vetoed by Mayor Frey, St. Paul leaders watching
A Labor Standards Board (LSB) that would be tasked with making recommendations on regulations for several business industries within Minneapolis has been vetoed.
Taste Buds: Sweet, savory and soulful pies
It’s pie season and Stephanie Hansen is on the hunt for all things sweet, savory, and special in this episode of Taste Buds.
Taste Buds: Sweet, savory and soulful pies
It’s pie season and Stephanie Hansen is on the hunt for all things sweet, savory, and special in this episode of Taste Buds.
The McRib is coming back to McDonald's and you can buy McRib sauce too
The iconic sandwich is making another return to McDonald’s restaurants for a limited time, and here's what you need to know.
THC-infused Minneapolis restaurant closing after fine, license issues
A first-of-its-kind restaurant in Minnesota that allowed patrons to dose their entrées and drinks with THC tinctures will close its doors on Dec. 5 after less than two years in business.
America's top 100 restaurants for 2024, according to OpenTable
Chicago and Austin were the two U.S. cities that had the most of the top 100 restaurants.
Pizza Hut unveils wine for the holidays, pairing pizza with a unique sip
Pizza Hut is adding a festive twist to the holidays with the launch of Tomato Wine.
McDonald's is bringing back a festive dessert – but not everywhere
McDonald's is bringing back its festive Holiday Pie to the menu in certain U.S. cities.