Elijah Decious

As the fair opens today, CEO Jeremy Parsons speaks about his goals for the state institution and how he hopes to preserve the place where “nothing compares” for the next generation.

BurgerFiend’s owners are taking another slice at their former pizza brand.

In addition to zero-proof liquor substitutes that deliver the same bite as whiskey or gin, Unimpaired’s other locations have a full menu of handcrafted pizzas and high-quality salads.

As food insecurity increases, sustainable access to local produce is becoming more critical to meet the needs of families.

Owner Danise Patsel says she was “blindsided” by the eviction notice.

Guatemex Restaurant Elenita, a new restaurant near downtown Cedar Rapids, combines two cuisines into one.

The new cheeseburger sliders and cocktail bar comes from Ryne “Ryno” Bly, the former chef and managing partner at Crosby’s in NewBo who started with the Nanke group three years ago at Midtown Station.

Abelardo’s Mexican Fresh continues to expand east in Iowa with one of its first locations outside the Des Moines metro.

Dr. Vincent Reid credits much of who he is today to a small lab in New York City, where he and other minorities were able to thrive through a rare oasis in a scientific world largely not built for them.

The new coffee menu teased online reveals a full choice of espresso-based drinks, drip coffee, frozen coffee beverages and signature options.

As she continues to spread her childhood literacy platform to thousands of Iowans, Grace Lynn Keller hopes to scale it to the national level as she competes for the Miss USA 2023 crown.

With 16 new food vendors and 64 new foods to try, see what the judges have narrowed down to the top 3.

Admission includes a cocktail hour with appetizers and drinks from local restaurants and breweries; a silent auction with exclusive offers from shops and services in the municipal districts; and a plated dinner from one of four local caterers set to DJ music on the river.

In life, Hector Perez was the man who was there for everyone, no matter the personal challenges he contended with day to day. After his death in December 2021, Willis Dady is ensuring that he will still be there for everyone who comes after him — in name and spirit.

The restaurant, run by two Italian brothers, is opening a second location at Westdale Town Center.