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    Morning Rituals

    Maggie Collum·May 12, 2023
    When Eliot Barker bought a coffee roaster in college, he didn’t think it would be the start of... Read More
    Food & Drink
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    Cuisine Crossover Episode 4: Exploring the Cuisine of the Flying Mango

    Nora Felder and Lauren Igbanugo·May 12, 2023
    Food & Drink
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    A clear drink served in a unicorn-themed cup garnished with a lemon slice and colorful flowers.

    Midwest States as Cocktails

    Kendra Curry·May 9, 2023
    Illinois – Get Lucky  One of Illinois’ biggest yearly celebrations is dyeing the Chicago River green for St.... Read More
    Food & Drink
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    One of Glacial Till Vineyard employees prepares the barrels of wine to age before it will be sold at Glacial Till Vineyard.

    Winery Warriors

    Frances Shook·May 9, 2023
    Midwest wineries are not for the weak. Mike Murman learned that firsthand after starting his own. Located in... Read More
    Food & Drink
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    Cuisine Crossover Episode 3: Exploring Ethiopian Cuisine

    Nora Felder and Lauren Igbanugo·May 6, 2023
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    Two martinis on a low-lit table.

    In Confidence: Des Moines’ Secret Speakeasy

    Cassidy Grubisic·May 1, 2023
    At first glance, it looks like a normal cabinet in a historic hotel’s upscale coffee shop. Nothing special.... Read More
    Food & Drink
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    Cuisine Crossover Episode 2: The Origins and Evolution of African Food

    Lauren Igbanugo and Nora Felder·April 25, 2023
    Food & Drink
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    This graphic has a light blue background covered with a variety of different cookies. On the page, there is an M&M’s cookie with the classic bright-colored candies, a pink frosted cookie with colored sprinkles, a white frosted cookie with a caramel squiggle and a classic chocolate chip cookie.

    A Cookie Fueled by a Dream

    Zoe Brinker·April 21, 2023
    Throw your grandma’s cookie recipe out the window because Cookies and Dreams is baking up a new treat.... Read More
    Food & Drink
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    Cuisine Crossover Episode 1: Exploring the Culture and Cuisine of Tacos La Familia

    Nora Felder and Lauren Igbanugo·April 19, 2023
    Food & Drink
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    The KC Cajun food truck, featuring the business’ phone number (816-337-0207) and website (kansascitycajun.com).

    Bringing The Bayou to KC

    Tristan Alcorta·April 10, 2023
    With over 100 barbeque joints, it’s safe to say that this is the food Kansas City knows best.... Read More
    Food & Drink
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    A large, metal system of tubes and conveyor belts is placed next to a tractor and sorting machine in a barn at Christensen Hop Farm.

    The Rise of Midwest Hops Farms

    Alex Lemke·April 4, 2023
    As Josh Christensen walks around his farm, the evolution of the hops industry is apparent all around him.... Read More
    Food & Drink
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    Midwest Digest – Casey’s Pizza

    Urban Plains Alumni·May 9, 2019
    How Good is Casey’s Pizza? It is not commonplace in the United States to think of a gas... Read More
    Food
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    Homestyle Cooking, Away From Home

    Urban Plains Alumni·April 23, 2019
    It takes a Midwesterner to truly understand the intricacies of the micro-cultures represented by each state and even... Read More
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    Hopping through the Glass Ceiling – The Rise of Midwest Female Brewers

    Urban Plains Alumni·March 14, 2019
    Women are making strides to advance their careers in the male-dominated industry of craft beer making. The beer... Read More
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    Cheers to Sustainability

    Urban Plains Alumni·December 11, 2018
    The floors of The Plant are cleaned with beer. Okay, not beer, per se. More like leftover beer... Read More
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    There’s a Use for That

    Urban Plains Alumni·December 4, 2018
    The commercial ice making process uses a lot of plastic. For every crystal-clear ice cube or block that’s... Read More
    FoodHabitatSciences
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    Curd on the Streets

    Urban Plains Alumni·October 29, 2018
    An extremely Wisconsin festival celebrates the state’s quintessential delicacy. Read More
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    Women Without Borders: Breaking into Business

    Urban Plains Alumni·May 18, 2018
    Running your own business can be hard. Getting started as a female can be harder. One successful Des Moines entrepreneur offers her advice for young women interested in the industry. Read More
    FoodSocial Issues
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    Buzzing About Mead

    Urban Plains Alumni·May 16, 2018
    Buzzed Bee Meadery is swarming Iowa with flavorful mead. Read More
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    Straight From the Farm to Your Table

    Urban Plains Alumni·May 14, 2018
    Support local farmers, get fresh, local produce in return. Read More
    CommunityFoodHabitat
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    The Sweetest Spot on Ingersoll

    Urban Plains Alumni·May 11, 2018
    A Des Moines Family Business Serves Up Ice Cream and a Blast from the Past. Read More
    FoodRestaurants/Bars
    ·0 Comments·0·179 views

    Cuisine with a Side of Spooky

    Urban Plains Alumni·May 1, 2018
    Visitors to this Halloween-themed bistro can expect creative decorations, spookily named food, and maybe even a visit from the other side. Read More
    FoodRestaurants/Bars
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    Mad About Brewing

    Urban Plains Alumni·April 14, 2018
    Madhouse Brewery is changing beer, one barrel at a time. Read More
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    ·0 Comments·0·58 views
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