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.

December 26, 2012 4:31 PM

Appetites: A 'golden decade' for the Twin Cities' dining scene

We have long known that the Twin Cities are great restaurant towns. Rachel Hutton, senior editor of Minnesota Monthly magazine is here to help us trace the evolution of the Twin Cities' foodie "cred."

by Tom Crann

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December 19, 2012 10:26 AM

Appetites: Local, artisan chocolates make for great gifts

Even the most creative people sometimes find it difficult to find the right gifts for the holidays. But very few people would decline artisan chocolates.

by Tom Crann

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December 12, 2012 3:45 PM

Appetites: Foodie gifts for the holidays

Consider edible gifts that recipients can enjoy until gone.

by Tom Crann

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December 5, 2012 3:00 PM

Appetites: Rooftop restaurant 'Union' opens in time for winter

A new restaurant with a rooftop patio opens in downtown Minneapolis just in time for below freezing temperatures. Who does that?

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November 28, 2012 3:00 PM

Appetites: 'Third wave' of coffee evolution brings new level of artisanship

The revolution in local food has a potable component. Craft brewing and locally roasted coffee are rising in popularity, not just in the Twin Cities, but also in other parts of the state, such as Duluth.

by Tom Crann

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November 21, 2012 3:30 PM

Appetites: Simple truths you are not hearing about cooking Thanksgiving dinner

Thanksgiving dinner can bring a lot of pressure and high expectations.

by Tom Crann

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November 20, 2012 3:00 PM

Appetites: Thanksgiving bring-alongs for those who don't cook

Thanksgiving is a time of long-standing food traditions for many families. But what if you don't have a go-to Thanksgiving bring-along? Or the time to whip something up?

by Tom Crann