Taste Buds

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.

Stephanie Hansen’s knife skills haven’t always been the sharpest. So, she and her daughter Ellie get professional help from Joseph Rueter, the founder of Vivront Kitchen Knife Shop.

Stephanie Hansen is serving a creamy dip with a little kick in this halftime edition of Taste Buds.

Stephanie Hansen learns the secrets to the perfect Chinese dumpling at Saturday Dumpling Co., a popular Twin Cities spot for dumplings and modern Asian street food. Back at home, Stephanie tests her dumpling skills and demonstrates an easy weeknight meal hack.