Rachel Hutton
Scrabble Rabble
Word to the wise: tune in to public access Tuesday nights to catch Minneapolis’s most popular game show.
Eating Minnesota
Out, omnivore. In, locavore—one who eats only foods that are locally made or grown. Here are a few of our Minnesota favorites, from Ames Farm honey to zucchini blossoms. And no, this time, S isn’t for Spam.
Roll with the Brunches
Mom-worthy pastries, apple cinnamon pancakes, cherry chicken sausage, and fresh fruit parfaits make their way to the plate at one big-league brunch and a number of bright, young new ones.
Street Eats
Hot dogs, pretzels, ice cream—and hot dogs. Shouldn’t a city the size of Minneapolis have more interesting sidewalk fare?
Dispatches from the Drifts
These days, as our intrepid throttle-thumber discovers, there’s a whole lot more to beelin’ than blue smoke and testosterone.
Maria’s Café
The breakfast menu at Maria’s Café features unusual flapjacks, such as their signature cachapas Venezolanas.
W. A. Frost
Frost’s is more than just a pretty face; its kitchen turns out as much substance as style.
Kozy’s Steaks and Seafood
WHEN KOZY’S OPENED IN THE GALLERIA late last summer, it certainly had big tables to fill. Its “older brother,” Jax Café—the legendary Nordeast supper club—has been the star of owner Bill Kozlak Jr.’s family...


