Food & Drink

Red grape varieties developed to survive Iowa’s harsh winters have low levels of tannins, which help prevent oxidation. Aude Watrelot, an Iowa State University enologist, is studying native reds in Iowa to develop best practices for winemakers.

At SOMM Wines in Fairfield, Iowa, owner Krista Matthes loves giving guests expert advice on wine selections and pairings. This week, she pairs Chablis with the rich textures and flavors of buttered sea scallops.

This pizzeria serves the world’s first pale lager brewed in the Czech Republic since 1839.

Aaron Hall, baker at The Local Crumb, was named a semifinalist for the James Beard Award for Outstanding Baker. He is one of only two Iowa semifinalists for the prestigious award in any category.

Donutland will be expanding in Iowa City, filling in for Daylight Donuts after it closed on Sunday.

Mama Pearls, a new soul food restaurant offering fried catfish, gumbo, gizzards and smothered pork chops, opened Feb. 18 at 4444 First Ave. NE in Cedar Rapids near Lindale Mall.

Although Iowans purchased over 2 million gallons of vodka through the ABD in 2021, it’s unclear how much was produced in Russia. Few brands imported to the U.S. are still produced in Russia.

For many Black restaurant owners, Black history isn’t just something celebrated during the shortest month of the year — it’s a lived experience practiced by hand every single day.

Need your Girl Scout cookie fix at the touch of a button? A new partnership between DoorDash and Troop 1949 has you covered in Cedar Rapids.

Two months after it left Cedar Rapids, the popular eatery with a variety of Asian cuisines aims to open for delivery and carryout in early March.

See our takes on a dozen new appetizers, entrees and beverages available only during Cedar Rapids Restaurant Week.

The Wild Game Feast at Faith Bible Church in Cedar Rapids isn’t your average church potluck, though it started out as one.