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Appetites®

Every week, we bring you local and regional food and drink news, trends, reviews, flavors, recipes and advice. Appetites airs every Wednesday on MPR News' All Things Considered with host Tom Crann.

Combating loneliness over a shared meal at Gigi’s Cafe

Combating loneliness over a shared meal at Gigi’s Cafe

A group of Minnesotans host a weekly gathering at a Minneapolis cafe for a communal meal. The invitation is open to everyone, especially those needing companionship and human connection.
by Tom Crann and Matthew Alvarez

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Allianz Field's new menu brings out the flavors of Minnesota

Allianz Field's new menu brings out the flavors of Minnesota

For Minnesota soccer fans, the menu at Allianz Field has expanded beyond traditional stadium food. Quesabirria tacos, spicy chicken sandwiches, and fresh noodle bowls are just a few of the foods that will all be available on menu for the 2024 Major League Soccer season.
by Tom Crann, Matthew Alvarez and Lukas Levin

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Tavern on Grand says goodbye with a final fish fry season

Tavern on Grand says goodbye with a final fish fry season

After more than three decades serving up thousands of pounds of fish, a local establishment and institution prepares its final fish fry. The Tavern on Grand in St. Paul announced in January it would be closing its doors for good in the summer.
by Tom Crann, Matthew Alvarez and Lukas Levin

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Chef serves up special feast to welcome the Year of the Dragon

Chef serves up special feast to welcome the Year of the Dragon

Rainbow Chinese Restaurant in Minneapolis has a special menu for lunar new year. It’ll be the first time since the pandemic chef Tammy Wong has been able to welcome guests in her dining room for the occasion.
by Tom Crann and Ngoc Bui

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The magic of Rose McGee’s sweet potato comfort pie comes to a children’s book

The magic of Rose McGee’s sweet potato comfort pie comes to a children’s book

Minnesotan Rose McGee has served up thousands of her sweet potato comfort pies. Now, she's bringing the magic of that recipe to a younger audience in the form of a new children’s book called “Can’t Nobody Make a Sweet Potato Pie Like Our Mama!”
by Tom Crann and Ngoc Bui

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Appetites: The best Minneapolis restaurants of 2023 and what's opening in 2024

Appetites: The best Minneapolis restaurants of 2023 and what's opening in 2024

What were the best Minneapolis restaurants of 2023 and what can we look forward to in 2024? MPR News host Tom Crann asked food critic Dara Moskowitz Grumdahl to look into her crystal ball.
by Tom Crann and Lukas Levin

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Appetites looks back on 2023: Restaurants, Vietnamese meatballs and the secret to entertaining

Appetites looks back on 2023: Restaurants, Vietnamese meatballs and the secret to entertaining

This year Appetites took a tour of the state, interviewed a writer who’s been keeping close tabs on the Twin Cities food scene for 25 years and tasted dozens of delectable dishes. Here are a few of our favorite conversations.
by Heidi Raschke

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Appetites: Putting a holiday twist on cocktail classics

Appetites: Putting a holiday twist on cocktail classics

The Red Nose Room at the Red Cow in Uptown has ten different drinks to help you celebrate the season. There are classics with a festive spin and some new concoctions. Red Cow’s Beverage Director Ian Lowther shared some tips and ideas for those looking to recreate these drinks at home or for a holiday party.
by Tom Crann and Ngoc Bui

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