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Food and Drink

Minneapolis, St. Paul end vaccination-or-test order for bars, eateries

Minneapolis, St. Paul end vaccination-or-test order for bars, eateries

The cities last month began requiring proof of vaccination or a recent negative COVID test to enter public places serving food and drink. With the current surge waning, the mayors on Thursday rescinded the controversial orders. Public masking mandates remain in place.
by MPR News Staff and Peter Cox

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Even if he gets sick, don't serve Aron Woldeslassie soup

Even if he gets sick, don't serve Aron Woldeslassie soup

MPR News producer and comedian Aron Woldeslassie recently came down with what was thankfully a mild case of COVID-19. But he had to deal with an unexpected issue: an overabundance of soup served by concerned loved ones.
by Cathy Wurzer and Aron Woldeslassie

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Why Du Nord's founder says 2020 and 2021 were both the worst and best years of his life

Why Du Nord's founder says 2020 and 2021 were both the worst and best years of his life

Du Nord Social Spirits in south Minneapolis was the first licensed Black-owned distillery in the United States. Chris Montana, Du Nord’s co-founder and CEO, joined host Cathy Wurzer for a conversation about his story, the story of Du Nord and why he created a foundation in the wake of the murder of George Floyd.
by Cathy Wurzer and Alex Cheng

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McDonald's will expand testing of its meatless McPlant burger to 600 new locations

McDonald's will expand testing of its meatless McPlant burger to 600 new locations

The plant-based burger is set to reach participating locations in California and Texas on Feb. 14. The announcement comes as several other big fast-food chains are serving up more plant-based items.
by Rina Torchinsky

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Twin Cities tightening COVID bar, restaurant rules as cases climb

Twin Cities tightening COVID bar, restaurant rules as cases climb

With the virus spreading rapidly, Minneapolis and St. Paul will soon require proof of vaccination or a recent negative COVID test to enter places serving food and drink. Some worry the plan will spark new confrontations with patrons.
by Jon Collins and Matt Sepic

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A fundraiser for mental health justice featuring top Twin Cities chefs

A fundraiser for mental health justice featuring top Twin Cities chefs

An upcoming series of events called Graze 4 Good aims to raise money for mental health justice — by bringing attendees food from top Twin Cities chefs. An organizer and a chef told host Cathy Wurzer more about the project.
by Cathy Wurzer and Lindsay Guentzel

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What it's like to keep a restaurant going during the pandemic

What it's like to keep a restaurant going during the pandemic

The COVID-19 pandemic has done a number on restaurants across the state and around the globe — so how do you make it in this incredibly difficult time? Paige Alexander and Sophia Munch, the owners of Zettas and Yeah Yeah Taco on Nicollet Avenue in Minneapolis, reflected with host Cathy Wurzer.
by Cathy Wurzer and Melissa Townsend

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Fresh ideas for New Year's fare from a Minneapolis chef and activist

Fresh ideas for New Year's fare from a Minneapolis chef and activist

With one big holiday meal out of the way and another just around the corner, does the cooking ever stop? Imani Jackson, the chef behind Chopped and Served, a community catering company based in Minneapolis, joined host Cathy Wurzer with some ideas on what to cook up for New Year's.
by Cathy Wurzer and Lindsay Guentzel

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