Federal judge dismisses false advertising claims against Wendy's, McDonald's

The lawsuit accused McDonald’s and Wendy’s of misleading consumers with ads that show bigger, juicier burgers than their restaurants actually serve.

Chipotle faces federal lawsuit over allegations of religious harassment and retaliation

A federal agency has sued the restaurant chain Chipotle, accusing it of religious harassment and retaliation after a manager at a Kansas location forcibly removed an employee's hijab, a headscarf worn by some Muslim women.

Shakopee House announces closure citing ‘economic slowdown’ as part of reason

After surviving COVID and the mandated shutdowns that came with it, we thought we had made it through the darkest days hospitality would ever see. In many ways, this is worse," the post reads.

Game Day Sloppy Joe Sliders: Halftime with Taste Buds
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Stephanie Hansen is whipping up Sloppy Joe Sliders for game day in this special halftime edition of Taste Buds.

Bakery holds grand opening in Minneapolis
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Melissa Borgmann-Kiemde, Francois Kiemde and Minneapolis Council Member Michael Rainville held a ribbon cutting early Thursday morning for the grand opening of La Boulangerie Marguerite in Northeast Minneapolis.

Restaurants work to keep up with food allergy labeling

The Food and Drug Administration is acknowledging the unintended consequences of an addition to the top allergens list, as they call on manufacturers to take appropriate measures to reduce cross-contamination.

Cake vs. dumplings: Taste Buds
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It is fall harvest season and to mark the occasion, Stephanie invited her Weekly Dish radio partner, Stephanie March, over for a fall dessert faceoff. March is also the senior editor for food and dining at Mpls.St.Paul Magazine, so she?s a bit of a foodie and dazzled us with her family?s beloved Oma?s Pound Cake recipe. Stephanie, a self-described ?eater,? opted for an infamous favorite from the Weekly Dish archives: Mountain Dew Apple Dumplings. Eye rolls aside, it?s still the #1 requested recipe from Weekly Dish listeners.

Culver's popular Curderburger returning for a limited time

Cheese lovers rejoice: Culver's cheese curd sandwich, the Curderburger, will make a return in early October.

Hidden Valley Ranch wants to spice up your meals with Ranch Chili Crunch

Hidden Valley Ranch and This Little Goat have joined forces to introduce the Ranch Chili Crunch, a versatile new ingredient for home cooks.

University of Minnesota debuts new apple variety, Kudos

The University of Minnesota has created a new apple variety, just in time for fall. If you are a fan of the University’s Honeycrisp, Zestar!, and SweeTango apples, you are in for a treat with their new apple: Kudos. 

Cake sold at Walmart recalled over undeclared allergen

Cake slices sold at Walmart stores nationwide are being recalled because they have an undeclared allergen and could pose a serious risk to some customers, federal health officials warned. 

First Avenue partners with Wrecktangle Pizza on new restaurant
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It?s been quite the year for the Wrecktangle Pizza crew. They were named ?Best Pizza in America? in early 2023 and people flocked to get their hands on the Detroit-style pizza with a Minnesota twist. Now they?ve partnered with First Avenue to open a new spot in St. Paul that?s offering more than just pizza. Wrestaurant at the Palace will have all the favorites plus new creations. It?s next door to the Palace Theatre which is co-operated by First Avenue. The Wrestaurant at the Palace is at 33 West 7th Place. They?re open seven days a week.