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October 18, 2024 10:18 AM

Vegan cheese doesn’t melt like the real deal. That could soon change

An Israeli company may have taken a huge step forward in the quest for a vegan cheese with the taste and texture of the real thing.

by Barry Gordemer

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October 16, 2024 5:18 PM

Warm up with Sancocho Dominicano: a hearty stew that's a recipe for fall comfort

Cookbook author Amalia Moreno-Damgaard shares a recipe for a hearty meat stew that’s just right for the season. It’s called Sancocho Dominicano.

by Tom Crann and Lukas Levin

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October 14, 2024 4:00 AM

Steeped in Indigenous foodways, community and corn are key ingredients for one Minneapolis chef

Chef Gustavo Romero is revitalizing Indigenous food and processes by making heirloom tortillas for restaurant goers in Minneapolis.

by Melissa Olson

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October 10, 2024 6:27 PM

Krispy Kreme plans return to Minnesota with a Fridley location

The multinational donut chain could start construction by late December, according to Fridley’s planning manager.

by Feven Gerezgiher

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October 8, 2024 9:30 AM

Photos: Greens and reds across the north as aurora appears overnight

After weekend forecasts suggested a chance for northern lights (with some visible on Sunday) many aurora chasers spotted the dancing lights Monday night.

by MPR News Staff

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October 3, 2024 11:35 AM

Closed during COVID, downtown St. Paul’s landmark Mickey’s Diner reopens

After being closed for more than four years, the iconic diner that dates back to 1939 quietly reopened Thursday morning.

by Melissa Olson and Andrew Krueger

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October 3, 2024 10:00 AM

Dreamer entrepreneur behind new Mexican flavored markets in Minneapolis

Daniel Hernandez, the owner of Colonial Market stores in Minneapolis has long dreamed of success and is bringing fresh food and jobs to parts of the city where both are in short supply.

by Regina Medina

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October 2, 2024 6:59 PM

Heavy rainfall made this year’s pumpkin harvest ‘one of the hardest’

It’s finally pumpkin season but this year’s heavy rainfall has made the harvest “one of the hardest,” according to University of Minnesota pumpkin expert Jenny Thull.

by Tom Crann, Ngoc Bui and Lukas Levin

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September 28, 2024 9:21 AM

Why the price of eggs is on the rise again

The price of eggs has risen by about 28 percent in the past year, largely due to outbreaks of avian flu. Those prices could continue to climb during the holidays, as demand for baked goods increases.

by Ayana Archie

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September 27, 2024 2:30 PM

New York Times lists Minneapolis restaurants Vinai and Oro by Nixta among best in U.S.

Minneapolis restaurants Vinai and Oro by Nixta made The New York Times' list of the top 50 U.S. restaurants.

by Lisa Ryan

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