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August 2010


August 31, 2010

FreshTartSteph Recipe: Sweet Potato Fries with Garlic & Fried Sage

Even picky teens love these addictively salty-sweet fries. Read more »

Posted on Tuesday, August 31, 2010 | Permalink | Comments (2)


August 30, 2010

Elizabeth’s Pick: Rojo Mexican Grill

The same guys who brought us Sauce just opened Rojo Mexican Grill. Read more »

Posted on Monday, August 30, 2010 | Permalink | Comments (1)


August 27, 2010

A More Enthused State Fair Post!

Just say yes to Sausage Sisters and Salty Tart; no to Big Fat Bacon. Read more »

Posted on Friday, August 27, 2010 | Permalink | Comments (0)


August 27, 2010

DeRusha Eats: The Worst State Fair Review You'll Read All Year

You'll read incredible posts waxing poetic about the fair. This isn't it. Read more »

Posted on Friday, August 27, 2010 | Permalink | Comments (0)


August 25, 2010

A Greener Visit to the MN State Fair

Experience the Fair with a new, greener twist. Here are some ways. Read more »

Posted on Wednesday, August 25, 2010 | Permalink | Comments (0)


August 24, 2010

FreshTartSteph Recipe: Olive Oil & Sauternes Cake with Peaches

An elegant, lightly boozy sponge cake, perfect for a late-summer dinner party. Read more »

Posted on Tuesday, August 24, 2010 | Permalink | Comments (0)


August 23, 2010

Elizabeth’s Pick: The Chimay Burger

Unless you’re a serious beer drinker, you’ve probably never had Chimay. Read more »

Posted on Monday, August 23, 2010 | Permalink | Comments (1)


August 20, 2010

Red Stag This Weekend; Patisserie 46 Anytime!

It has been an awfully good summer. Two highlights won't be forgotten. Read more »

Posted on Friday, August 20, 2010 | Permalink | Comments (0)


August 19, 2010

DeRushaEats: Top Five Lunches In Downtown Mpls.

I've eaten approximately 1875 lunches downtown, and here are my favorites. Read more »

Posted on Thursday, August 19, 2010 | Permalink | Comments (5)


August 18, 2010

Steven Brown at Stasiu’s/Stanley’s Bar Room in Northeast?

Chef Steven Brown has been found! Sort of. Read more »

Posted on Wednesday, August 18, 2010 | Permalink | Comments (2)


August 18, 2010

Larry Schultz's Organic Farm of Owatonna

Cooking frittatas with some of the best eggs in town. Read more »

Posted on Wednesday, August 18, 2010 | Permalink | Comments (0)


August 17, 2010

FreshTartSteph Recipe: Fresh Tomato Sauce to Eat on Everything

A 15-minute sauce that captures the essence of tomato. Read more »

Posted on Tuesday, August 17, 2010 | Permalink | Comments (0)


August 17, 2010

Hard Ice Cream Drinks!

Alcoholic blizzards! Ice cream classics! I'm living August to its fullest. Read more »

Posted on Tuesday, August 17, 2010 | Permalink | Comments (0)


August 16, 2010

Got Forty Grand? Plus: Norton's Changes

Heartland looking for an investor; Greg Norton out at Norton's. Read more »

Posted on Monday, August 16, 2010 | Permalink | Comments (0)


August 16, 2010

Elizabeth’s Pick: Talenti Gelato e Sorbetto

Very few of the stateside gelatos are as sublime as the real deal. Until now. Read more »

Posted on Monday, August 16, 2010 | Permalink | Comments (0)


August 15, 2010

Porter & Frye Lunch and Vegetarian Champagne Dinner

Is the great Porter & Frye back? Plus, a Sanctuary for vegetarians. Read more »

Posted on Sunday, August 15, 2010 | Permalink | Comments (0)


August 12, 2010

Meritage—Expanding!

St. Paul, you’re about to get a lot more authentically French. Read more »

Posted on Thursday, August 12, 2010 | Permalink | Comments (1)


August 12, 2010

DeRushaEats: Small Plates & Big Flavors—Rediscovering Solera

If you've forgotten about Solera, it's time to revisit. Read more »

Posted on Thursday, August 12, 2010 | Permalink | Comments (1)


August 11, 2010

A Home for Your Wayward Apples

You and your apples can bring excess fresh produce to Twin Citians in need. Read more »

Posted on Wednesday, August 11, 2010 | Permalink | Comments (0)


August 10, 2010

Crispy Club Sandwiches with Avocado

A hot/crispy bun and cool/creamy avocado elevate this standard to sublime. Read more »

Posted on Tuesday, August 10, 2010 | Permalink | Comments (0)


August 9, 2010

Culinary Time Travel!

Have you ever wanted to take a vacation from your own era? You can! Here's how. Read more »

Posted on Monday, August 9, 2010 | Permalink | Comments (1)


August 6, 2010

Josh Thoma Lobster Rolls—on 4th and First!

If you’re a displaced New Englander or a lobster lover, drop everything. Read more »

Posted on Friday, August 6, 2010 | Permalink | Comments (1)


August 5, 2010

DeRushaEats: Taking A Whisky Class

I went to "A World of Whiskies" at France 44 last night. Read more »

Posted on Thursday, August 5, 2010 | Permalink | Comments (3)


August 4, 2010

Land Stewardship Project Hog Roast

LSP has its family friendly summer gathering and fundraising event on August 15. Read more »

Posted on Wednesday, August 4, 2010 | Permalink | Comments (0)


August 3, 2010

Summery Chicken Skewers

Light, refreshing, and flavorful. This is how to eat in the summer. Read more »

Posted on Tuesday, August 3, 2010 | Permalink | Comments (0)


August 2, 2010

Elizabeth’s Pick: World's Best BLT

Is the world’s best BLT worth the drive? You betcha. Read more »

Posted on Monday, August 2, 2010 | Permalink | Comments (0)


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