Appetites
November 14, 2012
Welcome to Appetites, All Things Considered's weekly taste of local and regional food and drink news, trends, reviews, flavors, recipes and advice. Appetites airs every Wednesday on All Things Considered.
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Appetites: Inside the newly expanded Cossetta's
Cossetta's has long been one of the biggest names in Italian food in the Twin Cities, and it has just gotten a lot bigger. The new pastry shop is the new crown jewel of the expansion, says the Heavy Table's James Norton.May 22, 2013
Photos: Cossetta's new Pasticceria, or pastry shop
Cossetta's has long been one of the biggest names in Italian food in the Twin Cities, and it has just gotten a lot bigger. They've undergone a major expansion and renovation.May 22, 2013- Q&A: The Heavy Table tries to kickstart a regional food book
The HeavyTable.com is using crowdfunding site Kickstarter to try to fund a new book focused on Upper Midwestern food.May 22, 2013 
Appetites: Twin Cities home to numerous vibrant farmers markets
It's time to talk farmers markets with Beth Dooley here on Appetites. She is the author of "Minnesota's Bounty: The Farmers' Market Cookbook."May 1, 2013
Appetites: What's new in concessions in Minneapolis parks
It used to be that snack options at local parks were limited to popcorn and ice cream. Now, concessionaires at several city parks offer various goods from lattes and lemon-ginger scones, to tap beer and fresh oysters.April 17, 2013
Appetites: Food taboos determine icky morsel or prized delicacy
Recent news of horse meat being mistakenly mixed into ground beef in Europe got us thinking about cultures that frown on eating horse meat, and why some foods are considered taboo -- or even "icky" in some cultures -- while other morsels are prized delicacies.April 3, 2013
Appetites: Crave Brothers make a mean, green cheese
It's easy to think of local cheese as an old-fashioned, traditional food but the face of upper Midwestern cheese-making is changing to catch some new waves of flavor... and green energy.March 27, 2013
Appetites: Restaurants with a side of retail
There's a new restaurant trend in the Twin Cities that does not involve foie gras-topped hamburgers, heirloom beet foams, or anything served on a plate.March 20, 2013
Appetites: Food developments in unlikely places
There's a cavalcade of new food developments in the Twin Cities: a new burger bar that also serves elk Wellington, an ambitious attempt at serving sushi in the Minneapolis Skyway and a 21st century approach to food delivery.March 13, 2013
Appetites: 5 things you should know about the James Beard Awards
Rachel Hutton, senior editor of Minnesota Monthly magazine, told MPR's Tom Crann five things you should know about the James Beards Awards -- including the chances of a local nominee winning.February 20, 2013
Finding local flavor in Ely's dark winter months
If you love ice fishing or other winter spots, or just looking to embrace winter and have a good time in the deep freeze, Ely's the place to be. Here are some tasty options for when you get there.February 6, 2013
Appetites: Predicting food trends for 2013
Rachel Hutton talks about the hottest food trends in the upcoming year and where to taste them around the Twin Cities.January 30, 2013
Appetites: Hidden ethnic gems
When looking for authentic food from around the world, it is easy to think about the urban options -- an eating tour of University Avenue or a trip to Eat Street. But there are good global eats hiding out in the suburbs and beyond.January 2, 2013- Appetites: A 'golden decade' for the Twin Cities' dining scene
We have long known that the Twin Cities are great restaurant towns. Rachel Hutton, senior editor of Minnesota Monthly magazine is here to help us trace the evolution of the Twin Cities' foodie "cred."December 26, 2012 - Photos: Piccolo draws accolades
We have long known that the Twin Cities are great restaurant towns. Rachel Hutton, senior editor of Minnesota Monthly magazine is here to help us trace the evolution of the Twin Cities' foodie "cred."December 26, 2012 
Appetites: Local, artisan chocolates make for great gifts
Even the most creative people sometimes find it difficult to find the right gifts for the holidays. But very few people would decline artisan chocolates.December 19, 2012
Appetites: Foodie gifts for the holidays
Consider edible gifts that recipients can enjoy until gone.December 12, 2012
Appetites: Rooftop restaurant 'Union' opens in time for winter
A new restaurant with a rooftop patio opens in downtown Minneapolis just in time for below freezing temperatures. Who does that?December 5, 2012
Appetites: 'Third wave' of coffee evolution brings new level of artisanship
The revolution in local food has a potable component. Craft brewing and locally roasted coffee are rising in popularity, not just in the Twin Cities, but also in other parts of the state, such as Duluth.November 28, 2012
Appetites: Simple truths you are not hearing about cooking Thanksgiving dinner
Thanksgiving dinner can bring a lot of pressure and high expectations.November 21, 2012
The Splendid Table: Sweet Yams in Ginger-Stick Curry
Yams and sweet potatoes are so often baked we forget how fast they cook when sliced thin and boiled.November 21, 2012
Appetites: Take lowly cranberry to new heights this Thanksgiving
Take a moment to consider a delicacy that has an important place on the Thanksgiving table and throughout the holiday season: the lowly cranberry.November 19, 2012
Appetites: Thanksgiving bring-alongs for those who don't cook
Thanksgiving is a time of long-standing food traditions for many families. But what if you don't have a go-to Thanksgiving bring-along? Or the time to whip something up?November 20, 2012
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