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North-American Food and Cooking

  • Restaurants

    May 23, 2012

    Mona takes a chance on downtown Minneapolis

    Chef Lisa Hanson hopes her creative small plates will draw diners

  • Blogs

    May 22, 2012

    Las Teresitas: The little Mexican restaurant that could

    The Twin Cities has plenty of options for Mexican food, but don't overlook a little place in south Minneapolis that is offering some of the best tacos in town. Las Teresitas, just off Highway 62 East and 34th Avenue South, has an excellent selection of tacos, burritos, and a wide variety of other Me ... More >>

  • Blogs

    May 15, 2012

    Poutine round-up: from classic to "obscene"

    Admittedly, we're not exactly on par with Canada when it comes to the availability of poutine. In fact in Quebec, where the dish is said to have originated, you can order a side of the cheese-curd and gravy-covered fries at any McDonald's. We'll probably never get to that point (do we really want to ... More >>

  • Blogs

    April 30, 2012

    Cinco de Mayo, Great Waters cask dinner kick off May this Week in Food

    It's (almost) May, and our week in food reflects this most welcome month: Cinco de Mayo cooking classes and a new chef at Gather just to name a few. Enjoy!

  • Restaurants

    April 4, 2012
  • Blogs

    March 27, 2012

    The Chef Driven Co. invites you to Get Sauced

    ​The graffiti-covered truck invites passersby to "Get Sauced," and it's a hard offer to turn down. The wafting scents of sweet roasted meats and a bevy of complimentary condiment options doesn't hurt either. This truck originally appeared on the streets last summer, and we were happy to see their ... More >>

  • Restaurants

    March 7, 2012
  • Blogs

    February 17, 2012

    Rosa Mexicano, chef Jonathan Waxman create new "Eclectic Cuts" menu

    ​Jonathan Waxman, Top Chef Master and pioneer of California Cuisine, has teamed with the upscale Mexican restaurant chain Rosa Mexicano to create a unique supplemental menu that will soon be available to diners at its downtown Minneapolis outpost.The Hot Dish was invited to preview the menu and no ... More >>

  • Blogs

    January 13, 2012

    Tilia slings tasty eats for $12 or less

    To kick off 2012, we're highlighting 12 of the best dishes under $12 in the Twin Cities. Scroll down to view the complete list. Steven Joel Brown thought maybe it was time to move on. "I was kind of thinking I was done working in restaurants," he confesses," and that part of my life was over." I ... More >>

  • Blogs

    December 5, 2011

    Have Fundido at Rosa Mexicano's happy hour of the week

    ​Rosa Mexicano609 Hennepin Ave., Minneapolis612.656.7144Hours:Weekdays, 3-6 p.m. (in the bar area only)Drinks & Eats:La Tradicional Margarita - $4.90The 1800 Margarita - $5.50Pitchers of Sangría - $4.90/$141800 Tequila Shots - $5.50Select Imported Beers - $3Queso Fundido - $4.90Flautas de Pol ... More >>

  • Blogs

    December 5, 2011

    Robin Asbell's vegan quesadillas and cranberry-jicama salsa make the season bright [RECIPE]

    ​Robin Asbell, cooking instructor, culinary advisor to the Whole Grains Council, and author of Big Vegan: More Than 350 Recipes, No Meat/No Dairy, All Delicious, will be appearing at the Kitchen in the Market (in Midtown Global Market) on December 11 from 1 to 3 p.m. The author will be s ... More >>

  • Restaurants

    November 16, 2011

    Rosa Mexicano leaves a lot to be desired

    Mexican fare disappointing even on the good china

  • Blogs

    November 10, 2011

    Chef's Abode cooking class teaches simple flatbreads and squash soup Monday

    ​Interested in creating a delicious autumn dinner? Join Laurie McCann Crowell and Elizabeth Ries (from Channel 5 Twin Cities Live) at Chef's Abode cooking school on Monday evening for some fun fall entertaining.

  • Blogs

    November 7, 2011

    Catalina's Restaurant in St. Anthony: a first look

    Mo PerryCatalina's Restaruant is now open in St. Anthony​ In mid-July, the run down pizza joint in the inauspicious strip mall across from IHOP on 37th and Stinson, where St. Anthony, Columbia Heights, and Northeast Minneapolis converge, gave way to a shiny new storefront. Sensing opportuni ... More >>

  • Blogs

    October 7, 2011

    Forepaugh's: Happy hour of the week

    ​Forepaugh's276 Exchange Street, St. Paul651.224.5606website Daily: 4 p.m.-7 p.m.Sunday: 10 a.m.-9 p.m.  $3-$7 appetizer menu $3 tap beer $4 house wine $4 rail drinks $6 drink of the dayVenue: It wasn't like Forepaugh's wasn't charming enough. With rooms painted in jewel ... More >>

  • Restaurants

    October 5, 2011

    Sonora Grill comes to Midtown Global Market

    Scratch-made Spanish-Latin fast food

  • Blogs

    September 23, 2011

    Rosa Mexicano: Now Open in downtown Minneapolis

    Upscale Mexican food comes to City Center​Upscale Mexican chain Rosa Mexicano opened their first Midwestern location this week in downtown Minneapolis.  Filling the onetime T.G.I. Fridays with and pink accented elegance and transforming a long dormant corner of City Center.The Hot Dish stoppe ... More >>

  • Restaurants

    September 7, 2011

    Eric "Big E" Austin is one mean chef

    Storied local soul-food legend has a long rap sheet

  • Blogs

    September 7, 2011

    Big E's: The Early Days

    Austin developed what would become the formula for Big E's on the deck of his apartment.​Minneapolis chef Eric Austin is known best as the owner of Big E's, a popular soul food restaurant he left in 2005 after a fight broke out in the kitchen (read more in this week's cover story). But years ... More >>

  • Blogs

    August 1, 2011

    Eric "Big E" Austin: Chef Chat

    Courtesy of Eric Austin​If you follow the local food scene at all, you'll surely recognize chef Eric "Big E" Austin's name. Known for both his sophisticated neo-soul fare and some very public endings to multiple business partnerships, Austin has made his presence known in the Twin Cities since ... More >>

  • Restaurants

    July 27, 2011

    Gastro Truck, Barrio, Hola Arepa, and more

    Food trucks bring new eats to the street

  • Blogs

    July 18, 2011

    Republic's cheap, simple and good happy hour of the week

    New happy hour, same moose head​Republic221 Cedar Ave. S., Minneapolis612.338.6146Hours and Details:Daily, 4-6 p.m.$3 Domestic tap beer$3 House wine$3 Rail drinks$3 French fries, Chips & Guacamole$5 Burgers (grass-fed beef or turkey)$5 Fish tacosThis newbie in U-Town has a killer patio and ton ... More >>

  • Restaurants

    June 29, 2011
  • Calendar

    June 1, 2011

    Joe Ely

    South Minneapolis gets spicy

  • Blogs

    May 26, 2011

    Republic now open at Seven Corners: a first look

    Mo PerryGoodbye Preston's, hello Republic​Gone is the pervasive smell of bleach in the entryway of the building on Seven Corners that housed Sgt Preston's. There's no longer a need to cover up the unsavory smells of collegiate debauchery. The fishbowls of booze are gone; the bar-top game co ... More >>

  • Blogs

    May 12, 2011

    Barrio Truck brings burritos and more to downtown Minneapolis

    Barrio via Facebook​Last year the Barrio Truck was spotted a few times at festivals and such, but this season it's out on a more regular basis at a more permanent location in downtown Minneapolis. Barrio Taco Truck is in its second full week this season, camped out in Smack Shack's former sp ... More >>

  • Blogs

    March 10, 2011

    Vincent - A classy happy hour of the week

    Even the sign is beautiful​Vincent - A Restaurant1100 Nicollet Ave., Minneapolis612.630.1189Hours and Details:Monday-Friday, 4:30-6 p.m.Monday-Thursday, 8:30-9:30 p.m.Only in the lounge; no reservations taken$5 Signature martinis - cosmo and lemon drop$5 Bubble "Petillant" Cocktails (sparklers)$4 ... More >>

  • Blogs

    March 3, 2011

    Dixie's vs. Forum: Gumbo Smackdown

    Lu LippoldWhen you order the gumbo at Dixie's, you get a warning ​During the Mardi Gras time of year, when people in New Orleans are dancing and drinking and generally behaving in a very un-Minnesotan manner, northerners might decide to loosen up enough to try a mysterious Louisianan food like ... More >>

  • Restaurants

    March 2, 2011

    Cocina del Barrio opens in Edina

    A bigger, badder Barrio?

  • Blogs

    February 16, 2011

    RIP Favor cafe, "Brasa Viva Brazil" coming soon

    Out: soul food. In: South American fare. ​From the cleared-out looks of things, the low-profile soul food spot at Lake and Bryant, Favor Cafe, has fried its last piece of chicken. Even though #913 is prime real estate, the space has struggled to sustain restaurants--it also housed the no ... More >>

  • Restaurants

    June 16, 2010

    Willy D's brings real soul food back to Minneapolis

    Try to find more heavenly fried chicken

  • Restaurants

    December 23, 2009

    Can Good Day Cafe also serve great food at night?

    Golden Valley eatery reputed for awesome breakfasts now serves dinner

  • Restaurants

    October 8, 2008

    Forepaugh's gets tres sexy menu makeover

    The grande dame of French dining in St. Paul gives its fabulous fare a new look

  • Restaurants

    August 20, 2008

    Big E is Back

    The popular soul food chef's new venture brings New Orleans to South St. Paul

  • Restaurants

    April 30, 2008

    The Mexitalian bistro La Chaya has staying power

    Diners hungry for a place to linger over their meals have a home in Kingfield

  • Restaurants

    January 16, 2008

    Antojito Paradise

    Antojitos are the street snacks of Mexico City, and the newest Los Ocampo on Lake Street offers an irresistible array

  • Restaurants

    September 5, 2007

    Meal of Fortune

    New Nuevo Latino Restaurant Café Ena Is Occasionally Delightful, Occasionally Sloppy—So Ask Yourself, Do You Feel Lucky?

  • Restaurants

    January 3, 2007

    Ten Most Wanted

    2006 was a tasty, tasty year. Dara goes through her memory book and anoints the stars.

  • Restaurants

    December 6, 2006

    Fast, Cheap, Great

    Is there anyplace to get a great, cheap meal in this town anymore? Boy howdy, is there—here are six

  • Restaurants

    March 22, 2006

    Most of the Enchilada

    New D'Amico Mexican Restaurant Masa Is Casual and Likable, and Mixes a Damn Good Margarita. Isn't That Good Enough?

  • Restaurants

    March 15, 2006

    Most of the Enchilada

    New D'Amico Mexican restaurant Masa is casual and likable, and mixes a damn good margarita. Isn't that good enough?

  • Restaurants

    August 10, 2005

    Amor y Salud

    Live long and prosper

  • Restaurants

    October 27, 2004

    The Spicy Side of the Street

    A tour through five of the best taquerias on East Lake

  • Restaurants

    July 7, 2004

    The Late Late Show

    Every meal's a winner: An Emburger-free list of after-hours alternatives

  • Restaurants

    September 10, 2003

    Mexican Revolution

    Pre-Columbian, super-authentic Mexican where eat street meets downtown

  • Restaurants

    May 28, 2003

    Spanish Wine A Go-Go:

    Pre-Columbian, super-authentic Mexican where eat street meets downtown

  • Restaurants

    April 3, 2002

    A Tale of Tamales

    South Minneapolis's La Loma works magic with masa

  • Restaurants

    December 8, 1999

    Mercado Forces

    South Minneapolis's La Loma works magic with masa

  • Restaurants

    November 3, 1999

    Carne Pleasures

    South Minneapolis's La Loma works magic with masa

  • Restaurants

    June 17, 1998

    Me Gusta, No Me Gusta, Me Gusta...

    Now I know that good people and restaurants really don't do evil things--it's just that the world is crawling with evil twins.

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