Fresno peppers (2,500–10,000 SHU) resemble red jalapeños. Though they can be hotter than jalapeños, they are often sweeter and have a pronounced...
Ingredients
Stop and Smell the Rosemary
Last summer my husband built me a new garden, complete with raised beds, storage for supplies and a gate to keep out the “neighbors,” AKA deer and...
Local Hmong Farm Mhonpaj’s Garden Breaks Down Benefits of Greens
Garden expert weighs in on the benefits of leafy greens. Sick of romaine? Take your daily portion of greens up a notch with some of Lee’s favorite...
The Spice of Life
I’m returning to work this month after a weeklong staycation, and I’ve spent a ton of time inside recently, engaged in activities both cozy and...
Grain Elevators
Add a touch of history and new flavor profiles to your menu. Why does pasta get so much of the culinary glory? Granted, it transforms dishes, comes...
Tastes from Abroad Brought Home
Visit The Olive Branch Oil & Spice Company for high-end international olive oils and vinegars and ties to community. It was their culinary...
Let’s Talk Turkey
Dig into some turkey trivia this Thanksgiving. You know it’s coming. Grocery stores are already battling to offer the lowest price per pound on...
The Most Important Oatmeal of the Day
Back to school means back to a good, healthy breakfast. For many of us, some form of cereal is a staple in the morning meal rotation. Boxed cold...
Preserving the Harvest
Michelle Bruhn shares her favorite methods for saving summer’s bounty. Hello, fresh and local Minnesota-grown produce! The sheer number and...
Eat Your Greens
Let’s get growing early this year for fresh springtime salads. Growing salad greens in a container is an easy and fast way to jumpstart your...
How to Fondue: Delicious Recipes and Helpful Tips for a Fun Night In
A couple of local food experts share their favorite fondue recipes and tips. Spending an evening gathered around a bubbling fondue pot of melted...
Talking Turkey: Do You Know Your Thanksgiving Dinner Vocab?
Boost your culinary comprehension with this go-to glossary. There are a few Thanksgiving meal camps, including the Tried and Trues and the Let’s Do...
Ethical Eating: Kowalski’s Offers Certified-humane Meat
Kowalski’s is the first multi-store retailer in the country to offer certified-humane meat. Because Kowalski’s meat and seafood director Troy...
Perfect Cheese Pairings for the Summer Season
As we head into deck and boat season, here are a few favorite fromage pairings from a local expert. This article originally appeared as part of the...
Ingredients Cafe’s Chef Shares Easter Traditions
Ben Pratt shares tales of food and family. Ever wonder what chefs at your favorite restaurants cook at home for the holidays? Ben Pratt, chef at the...
Cornfest Is Back at St. Jude of the Lake Catholic Church
Whether you eat your corn on the cob around or across, it’s time to hone your corn-eating skills at the 33rd year of Cornfest at St. Jude of the...
Mother-daughter Duo Kristie and Grace Sward Dish on ’Mater Wranglers’ Delicious Tomatoes
Mahtomedi resident Kristie Sward has been growing tomatoes for as long as she can remember. For her, it’s a joy. Since retiring in 2013, the former...
