Em Cassel

Em Cassel (she/they) is a cyclist, a metalcore apologist, and a co-owner and editor of Racket.
5 Things to Know About Razava Bread Co., Grand Ave’s New ‘Old-World’ Sourdough Bakery
Big bagels and hearty, time-intensive breads are the basis of everything at Razava.
Duck, Duck… Asian Duck? This Tiny Hiawatha Restaurant Deliciously Combines Flavors of Laos and Thailand.
Can you handle Asian Duck's 'hella spicy' option? One way to find out...
What Do Trump’s Day-One Executive Orders Mean for MN?
Plus Polk County over-policing, a plea for high-speed rail, and talkin' about the weather in today's Flyover news roundup.
For Years, Nathel Anderson Worked in the Twin Cities’ Best Kitchens. Now, She Develops Edibles for Hemp House.
And yes, these THC treats are really, really good.
Brito’s Burrito Is the Real Deal
These big-ass burritos, served on freshly pressed tortillas, are taking over the Twin Cities.
Did This Student Cheat, or Does the U Have a Weird Vendetta Against Him?
Plus the Strib debunks Hennepin homeless claims, an extremely caffeinated Uptown, and a teeny-tiny island cabin you can buy in today's Flyover news roundup.
Travel the World Without Leaving St. Anthony Main at Cabana Club
Buckle your seatbelts and stow those tray tables—we're splittin' Sea Bass Crudo, Paella Arancini, and more.
Strib Columnist Drinks Raw Milk, Gets Sick as Hell, but… Finds Common Ground… Or Something?
Plus algorithms are raising your rent, Ann Kim takes credit for by-the-slice pizza in the Twin Cities, and a new Indigenous BBQ restaurant in today's Flyover news roundup.
Dulono’s Gets Evicted, Travail to Take Over Italian Eatery, and More of the Latest Restaurant News
It's the last Racket Restaurant Roundup of 2024 and the first Racket Restaurant Roundup of 2025.
Inside the Lab With Minnesota Dairy Lab
We talked shop with the buzzy local ice cream makers—and left with our very own Racket-themed flavor.