Taste Buds

Stephanie Hansen heads to Lito’s Burritos in Minneapolis, where owner Miguel Hernandez and his team are building massive Southern California-style burritos, stuffed with house-made chorizo, fluffy eggs, and crispy French fries.

Stephanie Hansen visits Isles Bun & Coffee in Minneapolis to uncover the secrets behind their made-from-scratch cinnamon rolls, voted the world’s best by World’s Best Cinnamon Rolls in 2024 with a special nod to their famous Puppy Dog Tails.

Stephanie Hansen bites into her favorite local and legendary Twin Cities burgers in this episode of Taste Buds. The tour kicks off at Baldamar in Roseville for the Big B2, a premium Wagyu blend piled high and topped with their signature 10,000 Lakes sauce.

In this episode of Taste Buds, Stephanie Hansen explores the craftsmanship behind Minnesota-made artisan cheese and DIY charcuterie boards.

Stephanie Hansen visits one of the most talked-about culinary destinations in the country: Diane’s Place in Northeast Minneapolis. This beloved Hmong American restaurant is Food and Wine Magazine’s Restaurant of the Year for 2025, led by James Beard Award nominee Diane Moua.

Stephanie Hansen is packing savory beef, tangy sauerkraut, and melty cheese into a handheld Kraut Burger in this halftime edition of Taste Buds.

Stephanie Hansen visits with Sheilla and Yasameen, the sisters behind Maazah – a Minnesota-born brand that has grown from local farmers markets to national shelves with their vibrant Afghan chutneys and dips, inspired by their mom’s cooking.

Stephanie Hansen’s cheesy Sloppy Joe Totchos are an easy game day twist on the classic sloppy joe sandwich. Layer the mixture on top of crispy tater tots and top with tomatoes and green onions.

Stephanie Hansen’s favorite party food is dill pickle popcorn, and she’s sharing her secret recipe in this halftime edition of Taste Buds. The recipe uses sunflower oil, dill pickle juice, fresh dill, and spices to make the perfect game-day treat.

Try Stephanie Hansen’s chopped Italian sliders at your next party for a cheesy, meaty, and delicious snackable sandwich with pickled veggies.