Lab-grown meat bans: states taking action and the future impact

Several U.S. states, including Florida and Alabama, have recently banned the sale of lab-grown meat, citing safety concerns and traditional farming protection, leading to significant challenges and uncertainties for the industry's future despite initial optimism after its approval in June 2023.

Flavor Flav orders every Red Lobster menu item to support seafood chain

Amid news of Red Lobster’s bankruptcy, Flavor Flav ordered everything off the menu to support the chain and save its famous cheddar biscuits.

Seasonings: Taste Buds Face-Off Sweepstakes
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Taste Buds Face-Off continues this week with seasoning blends. With so many options in this category, Stephanie Hansen and her daughter, Ellie, zero in on Minnesota-made meat rubs. They taste test 14 Spice and Plump Chef on bread and butter. Enter the winning business at fox9.com/contests for a chance to win $500.

Dr Pepper ties with Pepsi for 2nd place in cola wars

Dr Pepper has tied with Pepsi for the second spot in the cola wars, according to a report from the Wall Street Journal citing Beverage Digest data.

Cucumbers recalled in 14 US states over salmonella concerns

The recalled cucumbers were shipped directly to retail distribution centers, wholesalers, and food service distributors in 14 states, the FDA said.

Kids can get free pizza this summer by reading

Pizza Hut’s summer reading program – Camp Book It – is back for its 40th year.

New restaurant at Eat Street Crossing food hall
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Here?s a Staff Meeting to get excited about. A new restaurant is opening at Eat Street Crossing called Staff Meeting. It comes from celebrity Chef Louross Edralin of Las Vegas. Staff Meeting fuses Hawaiian and Filipino flavors. Some of the menu offerings include Mom?s fried rice, ramen and braised pork spare ribs. Staff Meeting is open now, though the official grand opening is June 1. Eat Street Crossing is located at 2819 Nicollet Ave. The food hall is open Monday through Thursday 4-9 p.m., Friday and Saturday from noon-10 p.m. and Sundays noon-9 p.m.

Loosened liquor laws let Minnesota cities expand alcohol sales

Alcohol will flow a little more freely around Minnesota in the coming months, thanks to new laws passed during this year’s legislative session.

These are the different kinds of pizza around the U.S.

Depending on where you live, pizza lovers will argue that their version of the popular dish can rival others, but here are some creative variations of the pie in the U.S.

National Hamburger Day 2024 brings freebies and deals

National Hamburger Day is on May 28 – an annual day to celebrate an iconic food and enjoy some delicious deals.

Taste Buds Face-Off Sweepstakes: Hot Sauce
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Taste Buds Face-Off continues this week with a hot sauce battle. Stephanie Hansen and her daughter, Ellie, taste test three Minnesota brands: Paulman Acre's "Don't Pear the Reaper," Sembo's Sauce "Lemon Mango Habanero," and Lost Capital Food's "Pyramid Scheme." Enter the winning business at fox9.com/contests for a chance to win $500.

Chipotle customers claim filming gets bigger portions amid portion size controversy

Chipotle customers are claiming that filming employees results in larger portions amid ongoing complaints about reduced portion sizes and high food prices.

Foraging feast: Taste Buds
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Midwest forests are filled with spring blooms and fresh greens this time of year, and for Chef Alan Bergo, it's time to feast. Alan has a wealth of knowledge and skill in all facets of foraging, and that made him the perfect companion on Stephanie Hansen's quest to harvest nutrients from the great outdoors in the latest episode of Taste Buds.

Morgan Spurlock, 'Super Size Me' documentary filmmaker, dies at 53

Morgan Spurlock, an Oscar-nominated documentary filmmaker who famously ate only at McDonald's for a month to illustrate the dangers of fast food, has died.