Food & Drink

This year’s free celebration, set for Aug. 23 from 6:30 to 11 p.m., will feature over 100 vendors, entertainment, special lighted attractions, games, artwork and more.

There’s hundreds of new novelties at the Iowa State Fair to eat and drink this year. We tried the ones that stood out most.

In a world of complicated recipes and expensive shortcuts, some dishes stand out for their elegant simplicity and sheer reliability. This Lemon and Garlic Chicken is one of those heroes.

Snacking can get a bad rap, even though dietitians are not against munching between meals. In fact, this type of fueling can be a key element in any healthy eating plan.

A Johnson County coffee brand is expanding quickly across Iowa after coming under new ownership.

Nechus, a South American fusion concept in NewBo City Market, opened at the helm of a trio of new restaurateurs from Colombia and Ecuador on June 27.

Munchi Mochi, a new doughnut shop near Kirkwood Community College, had a temporary setback after a car drove through its building on July 30. The incident destroyed the store’s front wall and left significant damage inside.

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.