The iconic Easy-Bake Oven is back and selling like hotcakes

The Easy-Bake Oven has made a nostalgic return just in time for the holidays, but demand has been so high that it’s already sold out at major retailers.

Holiday pop-up bars in Minnesota for 2025

'Tis the season at many Minnesota bars and restaurants with holiday pop-ups spreading seasonal cheer in their communities.

Dining out? Here's what's more expensive, based on October data

Restaurant prices keep rising in 2025, with items getting more expensive amid tariffs, labor and weather pressures.

Taste Buds: Cast iron cooking

Stephanie Hansen’s love for cast iron runs deep. In this episode of Taste Buds, she stops by Twin Cities antique store Finds on Broadway to acquire a cast iron pan, before tackling the task of cleaning and seasoning it properly.

Cast Iron Cooking: Taste Buds
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Stephanie Hansen’s love for cast iron runs deep. In this episode of Taste Buds, she stops by Twin Cities antique store Finds on Broadway to acquire a cast iron pan, before tackling the task of cleaning and seasoning it properly. Then, Stephanie cooks up a few of her favorite cast-iron dishes, including a hearty green pork chili stew, rhubarb cake, and a showstopping Dutch baby pancake with her daughter Ellie.

Slice Brothers sells to new ownership after expansion, checkered past

The Minneapolis-based pizza company that once ballooned to four locations in as many years, says it has sold to new ownership.

Chick-fil-A launches holiday collection of cozy gifts and décor

Chick-fil-A is expanding its holiday lineup beyond the menu this year, adding cozy clothing, home goods and family entertainment

Wendy’s to shutter hundreds of restaurants nationwide

Wendy’s plans to close hundreds of U.S. restaurants by the end of this year as part of a broader effort to streamline its operations and improve profitability.

Trump administration tells states to ‘undo’ full SNAP payouts

President Donald Trump's administration is demanding that states reverse full SNAP benefits issued under recent court orders.

Chick-fil-A unveils holiday menu and return of popular milkshake

The fast-food chain is bringing back some of its signature holiday classics such as the Peppermint Chip Milkshake and Peppermint Iced Coffee.

Veterans Day 2025 deals: Where Veterans can get free meals and discounts

Veterans Day is celebrated each year to honor the men and women who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces. To honor and thank Veterans for their service and sacrifice, many businesses offer discounts and special deals.

Halftime with Taste Buds: Crispy Cheesy Chicken Fingers

Stephanie Hansen’s gameday chicken fingers are golden, crispy, and cheesy for a satisfying bite at halftime. Dip them in her spicy ranch sauce to add a creamy zip.