Tag: food
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Things to do in Minnesota: 5 things to do this weekend (May 9–10)
Mother’s Day weekend brings food trucks, fine art, fresh produce, and plenty of puppy love across the Twin Cities. Full story: https://www.fox9.com/news/things-do-minnesota-5-things-do-weekend-may-9-10
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Tofu stopped being bland when one Hmong dish transformed it completely
This video works because it takes tofu’s biggest weakness, its blandness, and turns it into the starting point for a dish built on spice, herbs, acid, and texture. The real hook is the transformation, … Full story: https://www.msn.com/en-us/food-and-drink/world-cuisines/tofu-stopped-being-bland-when-one-hmong-dish-transformed-it-completely/vi-AA22lPfV
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This Minnesota City Saw Its Food Scene Shift Thanks To A Nearby Hmong Farming Community
Discover how Hmong farmers transformed St. Paul’s food scene through fresh crops, local markets, and a growing culinary influence. Full story: https://decorhint.com/this-minnesota-city-saw-its-food-scene-shift-thanks-to-a-nearby-hmong-farming-community/
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A New Food Capital Is Emerging
Shaped by a melting pot of cultures, Minneapolis and St. Paul have built one of the most compelling dining scenes in the country. Full story: https://www.theatlantic.com/sponsored/explore-minnesota-2026/a-new-food-capital-is-emerging/4086/
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Inola’s new restaurant blends food, culture, and community
Inola’s newest restaurant celebrated its grand opening Saturday, April 25. The restaurant, named Patchwork, serves Hmong cuisine. It’s named “Patchwork” with the goal of bringing cultures … Full story: https://www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/articles/inola-restaurant-blends-food-culture-034700679.html
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Hmong Heritage event held at North High School
EAU CLAIRE, Wis. (WEAU) – At Eau Claire North Friday night, Hmong students hosted a heritage event for the community. Authentic Hmong food, singing and performances came together for the community. Full story: https://www.weau.com/2026/04/25/hmong-heritage-event-held-north-high-school/
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Why One of Stockton’s Biggest Food Cultures Still Flies Under the Radar
At Stockton’s Saturday Golden Villa Farmers’ Market, Hmong farmers sell bountiful stacks of mustard greens in various stages of growth, flame-orange winter squash, lime-green bitter melons, and large … Full story: https://www.comstocksmag.com/article/why-one-stocktons-biggest-food-cultures-still-flies-under-radar
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Wausau West High School hosts second Hmong Culture Fest
Wausau West High School hosts its second Hmong Culture Fest with food, apparel vendors, and volleyball tournaments … Full story: https://www.wsaw.com/2026/04/05/wausau-west-high-school-hosts-second-hmong-culture-fest/
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Sheboygan’s top business news in March included new pizza shop opening
Top business news in March included Eaton’s Fresh Pizza opening in Sheboygan, Johnsonville releasing a Dr Pepper-inspired sausage and more. Full story: https://www.msn.com/en-us/food-and-drink/beverages/sheboygan-s-top-business-news-in-march-included-new-pizza-shop-opening/ar-AA1ZU6WX
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United Way ‘Lottsa Pasta Drive’ collects over 6,000 pounds of food
The annual United Way “Lottsa Pasta Drive” is underway, with roughly 6,700 pounds of pasta items collected from community businesses, sch … Full story: https://www.wsaw.com/2026/03/19/united-way-lottsa-pasta-drive-collects-over-6000-pounds-food/
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Empowering aspiring food truck entrepreneurs: La Crosse food truck workshop announced
UW Madison Division of Extension Community Food Systems, in collaboration with the Food Finance Institute and the Hmong Wisconsin Chamber of Commerce, with … Full story: http://www.bing.com/news/apiclick.aspx?ref=FexRss&aid=&tid=69a86aef53e4401f9305e56041e87307&url=https%3a%2f%2fwww.wiproud.com%2fnews%2fempowering-aspiring-food-truck-entrepreneurs-la-crosse-food-truck-workshop-announced%2f&c=12387996641362499177&mkt=en-us
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Viterbo University hosts Black History Month community celebration
LA CROSSE (WKBT) — Viterbo University hosted a Black History Month Community Celebration Wednesday night, bringing together community members for an evening of music, food and networking. Full story: https://www.news8000.com/news/local-news/la-crosse/viterbo-university-hosts-black-history-month-community-celebration/article_15d141e2-a03d-4cdb-bb47-7c845d97c0fd.html
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7 Minority-Owned Minnesota Restaurants Who Need Your Business
Going out to eat in Minnesota is a global culinary experience that should be celebrated. Despite recent events, many restaurants remain open for business and ready to serve customers a memorable meal. Full story: https://www.msn.com/en-us/food-and-drink/world-cuisines/7-minority-owned-minnesota-restaurants-who-need-your-business/ar-AA1WUYuT
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Hmong breakfast meets curry noodles and she ate it all
She made a Hmong breakfast sandwich and a huge bowl of khao poon curry chicken noodle soup. It’s warm, spicy, comforting… and way too much food for one person. How did she eat all this? Full story: http://www.bing.com/news/apiclick.aspx?ref=FexRss&aid=&tid=699898effa6440318c68beec2a4c8ce8&url=https%3a%2f%2fwww.msn.com%2fen-us%2ffood-and-drink%2fworld-cuisines%2fhmong-breakfast-meets-curry-noodles-and-she-ate-it-all%2fvi-AA1WKf4g&c=8664780558822974702&mkt=en-us
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Hmong cooking inside a war relic in rural Laos
This video documents the preparation of traditional Hmong food in a rural village in Laos The cooking takes place beside a decommissioned missile casing left from past conflict Ingredients include for … Full story: http://www.bing.com/news/apiclick.aspx?ref=FexRss&aid=&tid=699898effa6440318c68beec2a4c8ce8&url=https%3a%2f%2fwww.msn.com%2fen-in%2fnews%2fother%2fhmong-cooking-inside-a-war-relic-in-rural-laos%2fvi-AA1WJjUE&c=14537540670103379486&mkt=en-us
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Eighth annual Asian Street Food Festival held in Fort Myers
A cultural street food festival took place over the weekend, offering attendees live entertainment and an opportunity to learn about diverse Asian cultures. Full story: https://www.wgcu.org/culture-and-connections/2026-02-16/eighth-annual-asian-street-food-festival-held-in-fort-myers
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Preparing traditional Hmong dishes using an American missile shell
In parts of Laos, remnants of past conflict remain woven into everyday life. This video documents Hmong food being prepared inside a repurposed American missile shell. Traditional ingredients and … Full story: https://www.msn.com/en-us/foodanddrink/foodnews/preparing-traditional-hmong-dishes-using-an-american-missile-shell/vi-AA1W4758