December 10th, 2015
We all talk insensately about the farm to table movement, GMOs and the obesity epidemic. Well, anyone who is of age has probably heard everything there is to say on the matter, and if they are going to do anything about it now is the time. Who we really need to be talking to about these issues are the children; forget the diabetic overweight Twinkie eating parents, they are doomed; save the children, save the planet.
So Chipotle, the stock market darling of healthy fast food upstarts…
November 28th, 2015
Austin Texas is weird, always has been and they like it like that. The weirdest thing I found about Austin last week is how damn big it has gotten in the four years we have been in Fargo. It is staggering - the high rises, the hotels and traffic that are choking out the hill country skyline almost make it unrecognizable, until you get downtown. Sitting in an outside café with the brunette and some local friends, weird strolled by in the form of a sixty plus year old man sporting a tiny…
November 24th, 2015
By Nikki Berglund
“May suitable doses of guaranteed sensual pleasure and slow, long-lasting enjoyment preserve us from the contagion of the multitude who mistake frenzy for efficiency.” -- Slow Foods Manifesto
When my friend and heirloom tomato provider, Stephanie approached me about helping her start up the first Slow Foods North Dakota chapter, I was intrigued but also hesitant. As interesting as it sounded, when would I find the time to dive into something like this? I have a busy…
November 24th, 2015
By Eric Mckenzie
The holidays, a time to gather loved ones to ingest a gloriously gluttonous and gluten-ous feast.
According to the 2015 American Society for Nutrition Conference, simple sugar used to constitute about 2% of the average diet. Now it's upwards of 25%. Nearly everything in the Standard American Holiday Meal is an inflammatory stressor.
Bring sour and savory to the plate. Sugar is slow poison, give erythritol, xylitol or stevia a sweet chance. It is no longer difficult to make…
November 19th, 2015
Tucked just off 42nd Street and 32nd Avenue in south Fargo, Barbacoa is poised to become Fargo’s newest destination for diners seeking sophisticated flavors in an unpretentious atmosphere. Whether you’re an adventurous foodie like myself, or a picky 5-year-old, Barbacoa has something for everyone.
The first thing I noticed upon entering Barbacoa was the exotic feel of the décor. Keeping with its Southwestern theme, vibrant colors and artful lighting create an elegantly festive…
November 19th, 2015
Who said muesli couldn’t be healthy and delicious at the same time?
Certainly not Elisha and Tim Griffin, who recently started Superior Wholesome Oats Co., a breakfast food company specializing in healthy, flavorful oatmeal and trail mix.
“We create mueslis, trail mix and (eventually) granolas that keep you going,” said Elisha Griffin, “simple foods that can be comforting, nourishing and satisfying.”
Earlier this…
November 12th, 2015
There is a movement afoot in several major restaurant cities around the country, led by some of our most prominent restaurateurs, to get rid of tipping, thus leveling the financial playing field between the front and back of the house. This is a bold and risky move that will change the face of fine dining and upscale casual as well. Some say it is long overdue.
I have been following this conversation for a while, and now Danny Meyer, of the Union Square Hospitality Group and owner of 13…
November 11th, 2015
rHow would you feel about having the opportunity not only to fill up with delicious soup but also to directly contribute to a vision of social justice started all the way back in the 1930s? You can do exactly that by attending the soup supper and raffle at St. Joseph’s Church in Moorhead, put on by the Dorothy Day House of Hospitality. For at least a decade, they have been using the proceeds from this event, along with other charitable donations, to help the homeless of the…
November 4th, 2015
For some reason I have always thought of West Fargo as anything west of I-29, don’t ask me why, it just felt right. In actuality West Fargo is much further out, but the boundary is quite confusing the further west and south you travel. Every time I head out that way I am amazed at the growth. Apartment complexes are popping up all over the place and with that more retail shops and restaurants: good restaurants, not just your typical chains, and there is no shortage of those.
So the…
October 21st, 2015
With the rusty, brown shades of autumn leaves sprinkled with touches of red and yellow, autumn is upon us. Bright orange pumpkins, pale yellow butternut squash and the deep green hues of buttercup & acorn squashes paint the farm-stands and grocery stores alike. Gone are the rich, red, lush tomatoes, hand-picked from local farms, being replaced by a stunning array of crisp, crunchy, apples and pears. A real bounty of opportunity, time for apple cider, pies, cobblers, warming soups and…
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By Dr Christopher Johnson, Chief Executive Officer, Sollera For nearly fifty years, this region has known us as Rape and Abuse Crisis Center. We have answered late-night calls. Sat in hospital rooms. Walked with victim survivors…
By Michael M. Miller Francie M. Berg, native of Hettinger, N.D., edited an impressive book, “Ethnic Heritage in North Dakota,” published in 1983. She grew up on a ranch near Miles City, Montana. Her son, Richard Berg, is…
June 6-7StatewideYou grab a line and I’ll grab a pole — and if you’re a North Dakota resident, you can head on down to your favorite fishing hole, no license needed (for this weekend, anyway). All other rules still apply…
By Sabrina Hornung As the school year comes to a close, a new crop of young people are starting a new chapter in their lives. As a former young person, I’d like to offer my unsolicited advice. As cliche as it may sound, be the…
By Ed RaymondWere women created to do the work of God?One of the first requests made by new Pope Leo XIV was to invite an expert on the alt-right conservative Catholic organization known as Opus Dei to brief him about its…
By Rick Gionrickgion@gmail.com Holiday wine shopping shouldn’t have to be complicated. But unfortunately it can cause unneeded anxiety due to an overabundance of choices. Don’t fret my friends, we once again have you covered…
By Rick GionThe scarfing of canned fish and seafood products by online food influencer types is hard to miss on social media these days. Some of the consumed morsels range from exquisite to downright nasty. However, there are many…
June 3-6, 11 a.m.-11 p.m.FARGODOME, 2800 N. University Dr., FargoDo we dare call RibFest the ultimate summer kickoff in Fargo? Well, we just did. Enjoy succulent ribs, pulled pork, brisket and so much more. Featuring top notch…
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By Greg Carlson Filmmaker Lawrence Kasdan gives longtime pal Martin Short the celebrity documentary treatment in new Netflix movie “Marty, Life Is Short.” With a half century of show business experience under his belt, Short…
By Sabrina Hornung The Plains Art Museum has been a trailblazing force in the North Dakota art scene since its inception and it’s not slowing down any time soon. In fact, this summer they are preparing to break ground on a major…
Saturday, January 31, 6:30-9 p.m.Transfiguration Fitness, 764 34th St. N., Unit P, FargoAn enchanting evening celebrating movement and creativity in a staff-student showcase. This is a family-friendly event showcasing pole, aerial…
By Annie Prafckeannieprafcke@gmail.com AUSTIN, Texas – As a Chinese-American, connecting to my culture through food is essential, and no dish brings me back to my mother’s kitchen quite like hotdish. Yes, you heard me right –…
By Sabrina Hornungsabrina@hpr1.comNew Jamestown Brewery Serves up Local FlavorThere’s something delicious brewing out here on the prairie and it just so happens to be the newest brewery west of the Red River and east of the…
By Eli Liverani Cholesterol is probably one of the first molecules I have ever heard of in my childhood. Most of the relatives on my mother's side had high cholesterol in their blood, and apparently, levels above a certain range…
January 31, 11 a.m. - 6 p.m.Viking Ship Park, 202 1st Ave. N., Moorhead2026 marks 10 years of frosty fun! Enjoy sauna sessions with Log the Sauna, try Snowga (yoga in the snow), take a guided snowshoe nature hike, listen to live…
By Jim Fuglie I was out for a walk on a fine Bismarck spring evening, strolling down 4th St. alongside the state capitol grounds, when I noticed some dirt work being done on the spot where the former governor’s residence had…
