Food & Drink

What are grocery stores doing to divert food from landfills? And what happens to the food that doesn’t get sold?

“Just bring a salad to pass!” This is the unofficial motto of many summer celebration invites and the reason we see the same standard sides at every barbecue. This year, let your Hy-Vee dietitians help you re-think the classic pasta salad with tips for building a crowd-pleasing platter that’s packed with nutrients to support your health and wellness goals all summer long.

Cabbage is stuffed with grilled chicken and creamy, Gouda mac ‘n cheese and topped with Hawaiian jerk sauce for a magical trio of deliciousness.

Alex Gallegos’ Golden Potato Salad revamps the Midwest’s most famous backyard barbecue staples with this easy tip.

Their menu includes extensive bread offerings, including roasted rosemary and garlic, “The Triple Cheesy” and jalapeno cheddar made with candied peppers.

Global Graze plans to feature eight Linn County restaurants including Big Grove Brewery, The Map Room, The Hangry Lady, Saatvik Swaad and The Hip-Stir.

The Cedar Rapids Downtown Farmers Market celebrated its 20th season with a special dinner by Cobble Hill. Have a taste with our review of an event that could come back annually.

Without any hints on the new restaurant’s owner, the sign only indicates the new restaurant will serve “New York style pizza, pasta and subs.”

An emerging trend shows an uptick in restaurants running without proper licensure, locally and statewide.

By using canned tuna, a cost-efficient and accessible ingredient, you can create a dish that is both delicious and economical. These versatile tuna cakes can be served as an appetizer with tartar sauce or as a main dish with your favorite side, offering a satisfying meal any way you plate them. The best part is that they are easy and fast to make.

I’ll Meet You There, a new venture from duo Lindsay and Jaymie McGrath, tentatively plans to open late this year.

A Kingston Village restaurant staple is on the market.