Food & Drink

The new “All American Food” restaurant opened in early October at the Coral Ridge Mall, according to a social media post from the shopping center.

After a summer of judging restaurants nominated by the public, 40 contestants have been whittled down to five finalists to showcase the best of Iowa’s hand-breaded delicacy.

Sure, you could always open a jar of salsa and call it a day, but wouldn’t you like to be able to brag a little bit to your friends and family that you made it instead?

Pelican’s SnoBalls has a new address in the NewBo district.

Three years after it closed, the 15-year breakfast favorite in Cedar Rapids is back.

An established Hiawatha bakery is moving down the road to Cedar Rapids.

The new event will offer a wide selection of apples and pumpkins, give a glimpse into the orchard’s history and offer guided tours with family-friendly activities throughout the day.

Happy Joe’s has closed its Hiawatha location with no notice to employees.

Now, coffee shop customers can get The Eat Shop’s bestselling pastries — cinnamon rolls, pecan rolls, kolaches, cookies, dessert bars and more — without going to Solon.

Less than a month after he announced plans to close permanently, the owner of Bo Mac’s has announced plans to reopen.

Paper Crane promises to bring an “innovative and fresh dining experience” to the Northside neighborhood at the helm of owners Sam and Riene Gelman.

Tomatoes are the quintessential summer fruit. Yes, in the botanical world, they are fruit (flowers and seeds), but they are commonly known as vegetables. Beyond the identity crisis, tomatoes are packed with good nutrition — a vital choice to include in a healthy eating pattern.