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Food & Drink

The Best, Worst, and Most Middling New Foods of the 2022 Minnesota State Fair

Our review crew returns to the fair for the first time since 2019.

August 26, 2022

The New State Fair Beers of 2022, Ranked by Their Minnesota-ness

Fair Mullet, Mango Coaster, Tootsie Hop, Cucumber Summer... which is the most Minnesotan of them all?

August 24, 2022

NY Times Salutes ‘Brave’ Mayor Frey

Plus streaming local sports, a manhole mishap, and a charitable windfall in today's Flyover.

August 17, 2022

5 Things to Know About D’s Banh Mi, the Year-Round Restaurant Coming to the Ol’ Snack Shack

OK, we spoiled one of the things: Unlike under previous owners Dave's Popcorn and Milk Jam, the 38th Street hut will be open all year.

August 16, 2022

Why Didn’t Anyone Vote for Ilhan?

Plus more election thoughts, putt putt conquers Mpls, and Famous Dave's goes global in today's Flyover.

August 10, 2022

A Wave of BIPOC-Owned Coffee Shops Is Changing the Face of Twin Cities Coffee

At least six shops owned by people of color have opened so far this year—but we're still a long way from equity in coffee.

August 10, 2022

The MPD Wants New Toys

Plus evictions spike, Carbucks is no more, and Racket's voting tips in today's Flyover

Doin’ Beers: 5 Minnesota Beers to Drink in August

It’s not too late to crown a Beer of the Summer.