ICYMI: These Are the Most Exciting New Foods at the 2023 Minnesota State Fair

ICYMI: These Are the Most Exciting New Foods at the 2023 Minnesota State Fair

by | Jul 30, 2023 | eat/drink

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Pickle paletas, lutefisk steam buns, and cotton candy-topped lemonade

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The Minnesota State Fair announced its much-anticipated new 2023 foods list and the roster includes a whopping 34 items ranging from pickle paletas to bacon-wrapped waffle dogs and lutefisk steam buns. This year’s fair, which kicks off Thursday, August 24 and runs through Labor Day, September 4, will also include a handful of new foods announced just before the gates open.

In anticipation of Minnesota’s biggest culinary event of the year (around 2 million people show up to eat there annually), Eater has selected 16 new items from the 2023 lineup we’re most excited about, offered by longtime fair vendors and exciting newcomers alike. Read on for where to find dishes like a traditional Hmong-style steamed bun from chef Yia Vang, lemonade served with cotton candy toppers, and smoked walleye fritter pops.

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Bacon-Wrapped Waffle Dog — Nordic Waffles

What: Griddled bacon-wrapped Kramarczuk hot dog served on a Nordic Waffle with cheddar cheese, pickle slices, and crispy onions and drizzled with burger sauce.

Where: The east side of Underwood Street between Lee and Randall Avenues, just South of Little Farm Hands.

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Ba-Sants — French Meadow Bakery & Cafe

What: A buttery, caramelized combination of a bagel and croissant in two flavors: everything cream cheese, rolled in poppy seeds, sesame seeds, onion flakes, garlic flakes, black pepper, and sea salt with a scallion cream cheese filling; and sweet corn, filled with fresh sweet corn custard and garnished with crunchy caramel corn.

Where: The north side of Carnes Avenue between Nelson and Underwood Streets.

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Cheese Curd Stuffed Pizza Pretzel — Green Mill

What: Jumbo pizza dough pretzel, hand-twisted and stuffed with Ellsworth cheese curds, pepperoni, and a Green Mill blend of Italian spices; brushed with garlic butter and topped with diced pepperoni, herbs, and parmesan cheese. Served with Green Mill pizza sauce.

Where: The east side of Cooper Street between Randall and Wright Avenues, at Family Fair at Baldwin Park.

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Chicken Momo — Midtown Global Market’s MomoDosa

What: Blend of ground chicken, cabbage, onion, ginger, and other spices steamed in a dough wrapper, served with tomato chutney.

Where: The International Bazaar, east wall.

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Cloud Coolers — Spinning Wylde

What: Three choices of lemonade served with a cotton candy cloud spun onto the drinking straw: Summer Strawberry, strawberry lemonade topped with strawberry fields cotton candy; Happy Huckleberry, huckleberry lemonade topped with blackberry jam cotton candy; and Flower Power, violet lemonade topped with lavender love cotton candy.

Where: The north side of Wright Avenue between Cooper and Cosgrove Streets, at Family Fair at Baldwin Park (new location).

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Crispy Lutefisk Steam Bun — Shanghai Henri’s

What: Steamed lotus bun filled with cabbage, carrots, cilantro, yum yum sauce, and Olsen Fish Company lutefisk, covered in sweet hoisin sauce, baked and topped with sesame seeds.

Where: The International Bazaar, north wall.

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Dole Soft Serve — Tasti Whip

What: Dole soft serve in pineapple, mango, strawberry, and lemon; and Dole Floats with pineapple, mango, strawberry, and lemon-flavored Dole Whip in pineapple juice.

Where: The northwest corner of Dan Patch Avenue and Underwood Street.

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Dill Pickle Cheese Curd Taco — Richie’s Cheese Curd Tacos

What: Fried white cheddar cheese curds,dill pickles, cream cheese, lettuce, and raspberry chipotle sauce in a fried flour tortilla (vegetarian).

Where: The north side of Judson Avenue between Liggett and Clough Streets, outside the Sheep & Poultry Barn.

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Donut Delights — Coasters

What: Mini doughnuts wrapped in bacon, then deep-fried, topped with a layer of peanut butter, and drizzled with raspberry dessert sauce.

Where: Southeast corner of Carnes Avenue and Liggett Street.

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Fried Butternut Squash Ravioli — Oodles of Noodles

What: Deep-fried butternut squash ravioli sprinkled with maple cinnamon sugar. Served with a side of whipped ricotta (vegetarian).

Where: The Food Building, east wall.

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Fruity Cereal Milk Biscuit — Lulu’s Public House

What: A Betty and Earl’s biscuit made with fruity cereal milk and cereal bits, drizzled with icing flavored with fruity cereal, and topped with more cereal bits.

Where: West End Market.

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Galaboa — Union Hmong Kitchen

What: Traditional Hmong-style steamed bun stuffed with ground pork, egg, and spices from chef Yia Vang. Served with a choice of crunchy chili oil, Kua Txob hot pepper sauce, or lemongrass scallion dressing.

Where: The International Bazaar, south wall, west corner.

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Hot Honey Cheese Sticks — The Blue Barn

What: Fried halloumi cheese topped with hot honey and honeycomb crunch (vegetarian).

Where: West End Market, south of the History & Heritage Center.

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Paletas — La Michoacana Rose

What: Mexican frozen treats on a stick in two flavors: dill pickle lemonade, which is lemon-flavored, water-based, and includes dill pickle slices (vegan); and mini doughnut, made with vanilla ice cream with mini doughnut bits and a whole cinnamon mini donut inside (vegetarian).

Where: At Hamline Church Dining Hall, located on the north side of Dan Patch Avenue between Underwood and Cooper Streets.

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Sambusas — Afro Deli

What: Beef, chicken, or vegetable sambusas served with basbaas, a spicy Somali dipping sauce made with fresh chili peppers, jalapeños, cilantro, onions, and lemon juice.

Where: Food Building, east wall.

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Walleye Fritter Pops — Giggles’ Campfire Grill

What: Smoked walleye mixed with cheeses, dill pickle relish, fresh garlic, and spices, rolled in panko breadcrumbs and deep-fried and served with Comeback sauce.

Where: The southeast corner of Lee Avenue and Cooper Street at The North Woods.

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by Clair Lorell  

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Karen Morris Millinery: 32nd Annual Polo Classic – Maple Plain, MN

Karen Morris Millinery: 32nd Annual Polo Classic – Maple Plain, MN

by | Jul 30, 2023 | style/mode

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Image Credit: Carla Anderson

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You’re Invited!

Come and be my guest, sharing my tent, hospitality and sideline seating for the 32nd Annual Polo Classic to benefit the work and mission of This Old Horse.

We’ll be showing our latest hats and headpieces, with refreshments and wine provided.

At the event, we’re also proud to be a sponsor of the Hat Parade.

We’re offering a 15% discount for any Ready-to-Wear or Custom hat from now until the event day (August 6th). You also can purchase hats at kmhats.com with 15% off. There’s no dress code, but for sure you need a hat! =)

In addition to the discount, we will donate 20% of all sales to This Old Horse to support their continuous work to give retired horses safe harbor.

We’re offering 30 seats for our customers, first come first served.

 

Event

Karen Morris Millinery: 32nd Annual Polo Classic

Sunday, August 6th

Gates open at 11am

Register Here

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Location

6755 Turner Road

Maple Plain, MN
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Karen Morris Millinery 

 1975 Oakcrest Avenue, 5

 Roseville, MN 

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Opera On The Lake: Como Lakeside Pavilion for Die Csárdásfürstin (The Csardas Princess) – St. Paul, MN

Opera On The Lake: Como Lakeside Pavilion for Die Csárdásfürstin (The Csardas Princess) – St. Paul, MN

by | Jul 23, 2023 | art/design

Opera On The Lake

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Join us this summer at the Como Lakeside Pavilion for Die Csárdásfürstin (The Csardas Princess) !

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This absolute gem of a piece tells the story of Sylva Varescu, a successful cabaret performer who falls in love with a nobleman. Can their love survive the pressures of society? Full of lush melodies, humor, emotion and wit, you’ll see and hear why Die Csárdásfürstin (The Csardas Princess) remains an enduring hit of the operetta genre.

This production features a completely original English dialogue libretto crafted by Creative Director, Anne Wieben, as well as a brand new chamber orchestra arrangement by our conductor and Musical Director, Marco Real d’Arbelles.

Join us for an evening full of gorgeous music, top-notch performances from local and international opera stars, and a whole lot of fun!

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Cast & Schedule

If you’re interested in seeing a particular performer, please note their performance dates!

Sylva Varescu:
Anne Wieben: July 26, 28, August 4
Ariana Strahl: July 29, August 1, 3

Edwin ​Lippert-Weyersheim:
David Walton: July 28, 29, August 1, 3, 4
Wesley Frye: July 26

Count Boni Káncsiánu:
Justin Spenner: July 26, 28, 29, August 1, 3
Trevor Lemon-Todd: August 4

Countess Stasi:
Melanie Long: all dates

Feri von Kerekes:
Michelle Monroe: all dates

Gräfin ​Lippert-Weyersheim:
Amy Wolf : all dates

Chorus:
Maggie Burr, Wesley Frye, Anna Maher, Blanka Melbostad, Eryn Tvete, ​Trevor Lemon-Todd, Amy Wolf

Musical Director: Marco Real d’Arbelles
Director/Producer/Libretto: Anne Wieben
​Rehearsal and pit pianist: Jordan Buchholtz

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Location

Opera On The Lake

Como Lakeside Pavilion

1360 Lexington Pkwy North
 St Paul, MN

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ICYMI: No Bake Strawberry Cheesecake Jars

ICYMI: No Bake Strawberry Cheesecake Jars

by | Jul 23, 2023 | eat/drink

California Strawberry Commission

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Celebrate summer’s plentiful crop of sweet strawberries—and National Strawberry Parfait Day

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Now is the perfect time of year to pick up some sweet, juicy strawberries. Nearly 90% of America’s strawberries are grown in California and, depending on the weather, peak strawberry season in the Golden State begins in early spring and runs all the way to fall. Sure, berries find their way to us from other countries in the dead of winter, but these delicate fruits are most abundant and at their best when their journey to our shelves is shorter. And with National Strawberry Parfait Day was celebrated on June 25th, it’s the perfect time to learn some strawberry fun facts and tips, plus try a new recipe to make the most of this delicious fruit.

Strawberries have grown wild in Europe and the Americas for centuries, but the garden strawberry, which is the plant of choice for most commercial growers, was first bred during the mid-1700s by crossing a North American strawberry, F. virginiana, and a Chilean strawberry, F. chiloensis.

Since strawberries are fully ripe at the time they are picked, they will not continue to ripen after harvesting. Soon after they’re picked, the berries are taken to a cooler to be prepped for shipping, then refrigerated trucks take them across the country and they arrive in stores within three to four days.

Naturally fat-free, strawberries are a good source of dietary fiber, folic acid, and antioxidants. They are second only to blueberries in antioxidant levels, and have more vitamin C than other berries. A 1-cup serving—about eight whole berries—has only 50 calories and fulfills the recommended value of vitamin C for an entire day.

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Berry Best Selection and Storage

  • Choose shiny, brightly colored plump strawberries with tips that aren’t too seedy and those that still have their green caps attached to “shoulders” that aren’t white.
  • Berries are delicate and must be handled with care. Do not wash them until just prior to use; moisture can hasten their decay. Keep berries dry and refrigerated. If they didn’t come in a specially designed ventilated plastic container, store them in a single layer in a shallow container lined with paper (which will help keep them dry for optimum freshness). They may be topped with a paper towel to absorb additional moisture, then covered with plastic wrap.
  • When it comes time to use them, rinse in cold water and pat dry with a paper towel. Never soak strawberries in water. They can become waterlogged.
  • Refrigerated, under ideal conditions, strawberries will last 2 to 5 days.

Strawberries are always delicious on their own, but also a great addition to salads, atop cereal or yogurt, swirled in ice cream, or blended into a smoothie. You can also easily freeze these seasonal treats if you have an abundance on hand and bake them into muffins, pies, cakes, and other delicious desserts at a later date. The California Strawberry Commission features many sweet and savory recipe options to check out, including this one I have highlighted here in honor of the “holiday.”

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 4 oz Glass Jars with Black Lids, Regular Mouth Mini Mason Jar

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No Bake Strawberry Cheesecake Jars

Makes 6 Servings | Recipe by Jaclyn Irwin courtesy of the California Strawberry Commission

Easy, portable no-bake cheesecake jars made with a jammy strawberry topping. These are perfect to have on hand during the warmer months when you want something light and refreshing.

For the Topping
2 cups chopped strawberries
2 teaspoons coconut sugar or brown sugar
½ teaspoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon arrowroot flour or cornstarch mixed with 3 tablespoons water

For the Base
1 cup graham cracker crumbs
3 tablespoons coconut oil, softened

For the Cheesecake Layer
⅔ cup Greek yogurt
7 ounces cream cheese
2 tablespoons maple syrup
1 teaspoon lemon juice
½ teaspoon vanilla extract

  1. In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the strawberries, sugar, lemon juice, and arrowroot (or cornstarch) and water mixture. Bring to a low boil and then reduce the heat and simmer for about 10 minutes, until thickened. Remove from the heat and set aside to cool.
  2. In a bowl, mix together the graham cracker crumbs and coconut oil until well combined and the mixture holds together when pressed between your fingers. Add this as the base to 6 small jars.
  3. In a stand mixer (or use a hand mixer) combine all ingredients for the cheesecake. Mix well on low speed until smooth, about 2 to 3 minutes.
  4. Divide the cheesecake mixture into the jars. Top with the strawberries. Store covered in the fridge until ready to eat.
Minnesota Zoo Opens ‘The Tree Top Trail’ – Apple Valley, MN

Minnesota Zoo Opens ‘The Tree Top Trail’ – Apple Valley, MN

by | Jul 23, 2023 | events/locations

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Move over monorail! We are just  days out from the grand opening of the new Treetop Trail!

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This transformational project is a repurpose of the former monorail track into the world’s longest elevated pedestrian loop. The Treetop Trail will bring guests up to 32 feet above the ground to provide an immersive and accessible experience in nature, along with unique views of some of your favorite animals and habitats. The Treetop Trail will officially open on Friday, July 28th.
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The Treetop Trail

This opening date of the Zoo’s new pathway to nature appropriately coincides with World Nature Conservation Day. As a worldwide leader in wildlife conservation, the Minnesota Zoo created the Treetop Trail to give guests year-round access to hundreds of acres of hardwood forest, ponds and marshes, and the diverse wildlife that call Minnesota home. The Treetop Trail will provide new perspectives of many Zoo animals, including tigers, moose, bison, and of course, a bird’s eye view for bird watchers during each of Minnesota’s four seasons.

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The Minnesota Zoo opened 45 years ago in 1978 with a mission to connect people, animals and the natural world to save wildlife. The Treetop Trail will reinforce the Zoo’s reputation as a trusted nature destination and is an evolution of the role that zoos play around the globe.“The Treetop Trail marks a new chapter for the Minnesota Zoo,” said Minnesota Zoo Director and Foundation President John Frawley. “As we look ahead to the Zoo’s next 45 years, theTreetop Trail is a major step in furthering connections to nature and animals in an accessible and immersive way.”

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Integrating into the Zoo’s original monorail track which was retired in 2013, the Treetop Trail is the ultimate reuse construction project. The Zoo contracted with award-winning Snow Kreilich Architects; engineering firm Buro Happold (known for its work on the High Line in New York City); and construction partner, PCL. Together, they have been committed to minimizing disruptions to the Zoo’s animals and guests before, during, and after construction. The entrance to the Treetop Trail will feature the Zoo’s new animal ambassador habitat. Here, guests will be greeted by several species native to Minnesota including the Treetop Trail ambassador – a North American porcupine named Quillber.

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Planning for the Minnesota Zoo Treetop Trail began in June 2018 and a ceremonial groundbreaking was held in April 2022. “Thanks to the full support from our Boards, legislative and government champions, as well as the philanthropic community, we have secured $39 million in public and private partnership to support this transformational project,” said Frawley. The Minnesota Zoo would like to express profound gratitude to the following for their support of the Treetop Trail: State of Minnesota, K.A.H.R. Foundation, Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community, Target, Best Buy Foundation, Hubbard Broadcasting Foundation, and hundreds of individual donors.

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Lantern Press Minnesota Loons (52 Playing Cards, Poker Size Card Deck with Jokers)

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Minnesota Zoo’s Treetop Trail from Minnesota Zoo on Vimeo.

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The Minnesota Zoo

The Minnesota Zoo is a year-round destination providing a window into the natural world. With hundreds of species of animals, worldwide conservation efforts, and acres of scenic beauty, the Zoo is a resource to connect people, animals, and the natural world to save wildlife. The Minnesota Zoo is an accredited member of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) and an institutional member of the World Association of Zoos and Aquariums (WAZA).

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Location

The Minnesota Zoo

13000 Zoo Blvd

Apple Valley, MN

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