A little taste of Mexico

Written by Alana Profit · March 5, 2010  

The seemingly run down-restaurant known as Little Tijuana holds it own against the local eateries due to the unique spin they put on time-tested Mexican favorites and the homemade tastes of the dishes. There isn’t a a single dish priced over $10.50 on Little Tijuana’s menu, which... (more...)

Pricey seafood good for a change of pace

Written by Alana Profit · March 3, 2010  

Located a stone’s throw away from the front doors of the new Guthrie, Sea Change has tried, and succeeded, at making a restaurant more sustainable by making environmentally conscious business decisions. They buy from fisheries that practice sustainable fishing, serve water in carafes... (more...)

Sweet Treats at Patrick’s

Written by Addie Reine · February 26, 2010  

The artfully crafted French-inspired creations at Patrick’s Bakery and Café seem almost too stunning to eat. Thankfully, the daring decision to take a bite into the exquisite creation will not have been in vain after you realize that the appearance only complements the taste. Patrick’s... (more...)

Is the food good in hell?

Written by Logan McMillan · February 17, 2010  

When I walked down a murky red staircase, underneath a chandelier of razor sharp knives, I knew I was about to have an interesting experience. When the lo-fi gospel music began to blare over the loud speakers, it was getting weird. Then a beautiful woman in a pink velvet wedding dress brought... (more...)

Stella’s satisfies fish-lovers

Written by Kathleen Ambre · February 5, 2010  

The savory salty scent–sweet paprika, basil, and warm saffron–season the air like that of a coastal seaside, contradictory of the snow beneath my feet and the bitter-cold draft seeping through the front door. Ebony-stained hardwoods, dim lighting, terra-cotta brown accents all impart... (more...)

Cafe serves up refreshing, original tea

Written by Addie Reine · February 3, 2010  

Asian plants and fountains, incorporated into the chill aura of the contemporary mix, inspire a slightly more upscale version of a college coffee shop at The Tea Garden. The Tea Garden exclusively specializes in strictly tea and offers quite a variety from Chai lattes and shakes to Bubble Tea... (more...)

Twin Cities’ Best – Coffee Shop

Written by Bernardo Vigil · January 11, 2010  

Whether it be to help get over a long, sleepless night of homework, to help make a person look more indie than they actually are or to help a genuine coffee lover’s quest for the perfect cup of joe, all coffee shops have their uses. The following coffee shops serve these purposes and more. Coffee... (more...)

Twin Cities’ Best – Mac n’ Cheese

Written by Margo Graff · January 11, 2010  

For everyone who is or might be a novice at picking out a great mac n’ cheese, there are three different variables to measure if a mac n’ cheese is up to par or not: what kind of cheese is the sauce composed of, the texture and heaviness of the sauce, and lastly, if there is any breadcrumbs... (more...)

Smoothie shop is undoubtedly king

Written by Meredith Gallagher · January 4, 2010  

Instead of Jamba Juice like always, try going to Smoothie King for your after-school snack. This stop, located just on the corner of Cedar Lake Road and Parkdale Drive, offers more than 50 different flavors of smoothies. Since 1973, the chain has focused all of its attention on producing the... (more...)

Yum! Restaurant more than just a bakery

Written by Addie Reine · January 4, 2010  

You peer into the bakery window and suddenly you’re five years old. The swirled snowdrifts of frosting dusted with a touch of shining sprinkles top jumbo cupcakes by an inch, instantly engaging all of your senses. But no sooner than you start to drool do you notice that next to the delectable... (more...)

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