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Comment on Ryan Taylor of Cakedy Candy Bars by Emily Schnobrich

Emily Schnobrich — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 18:58:26 +0000

True, red velvet doesn’t equal strawberry. I just call the RedHead an homage to it, not an actual version of red velvet. It definitely bears physical resemblence…

Comment on Ryan Taylor of Cakedy Candy Bars by Bobannon

Bobannon — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 18:49:08 +0000

I like the idea but I think I’ll have to wait for new flavors…these aren’t that appealing to me. I do love cake though. Since when is red velvet strawberry flavored?

Comment on Ryan Taylor of Cakedy Candy Bars by Emily Schnobrich

Emily Schnobrich — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 17:29:32 +0000

Erica-

Cakedy is close to what you’ll find in a cake pop, in terms of texture and flavor. But considering you can buy a three pack of Cakedy for around 5 bucks, and a single cake pop from a boutique bakery (like Cocoa & Fig, for example) can go for more than 2 dollars, Cakedy is an affordable option for a quick, no-frills, non-artisan cake fix.

Comment on India Spice House in Eden Prairie by Tony

Tony — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 12:24:44 +0000

Somewhere to eat besides TGI Friday’s and Applebee’s by the EP mall? Score!

Comment on Cartoons and Breakfast at the Suburban World Theatre by Tanpopo’s Bento Taro and Morning Roundup | The Heavy Table - Minneapolis-St. Paul and Upper Midwest Food Magazine and Blog

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 10:57:20 +0000

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Comment on Tanpopo Restaurant’s Beet Salad with Toasted Walnuts and Miso Vinaigrette by Tanpopo’s Bento Taro and Morning Roundup | The Heavy Table - Minneapolis-St. Paul and Upper Midwest Food Magazine and Blog

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 10:57:05 +0000

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Comment on Red Moon Chinese Cafe in Eden Prairie by India Spice House in Eden Prairie | The Heavy Table - Minneapolis-St. Paul and Upper Midwest Food Magazine and Blog

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 10:48:43 +0000

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Comment on Five Restaurants You’re Overlooking by Stu B.

Stu B. — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 07:22:57 +0000

Erte does not get enough press. It is consistently excellent. Generous portions all well prepared and reasonably priced. Service is consistent and comfortable. That little area has some of the cities best restaurants….Anchor Fish & Chips, Erte, The Modern and the N. E. Social Club.

Comment on Ryan Taylor of Cakedy Candy Bars by Erica M

Erica M — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 20:52:32 +0000

So how would y’all compare them to the cake balls you can get at any of our fancy cupcake bakeries? Like Mark said, a whole bar’s worth seems like an awful lot.

Comment on Five Restaurants You’re Overlooking by Jody

Jody — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 19:45:21 +0000

I have never had a bad meal at Erte. Their steaks are delicious and reasonably priced. Love Rinata, too, especially the Sunday night date night special. Very good deal.

Comment on Miller Buys Crispin and Morning Roundup by Derek

Derek — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 14:13:36 +0000

Now will you stop referring to Crispin as a local company? Or will you nominate them for another award if they keep an office in Minnesota?

Comment on North Coast Nosh III at Open Arms: The Recap by North Coast Nosh III » Minneapolis Wedding Photographer Becca Dilley Photography

North Coast Nosh III » Minneapolis Wedding Photographer Becca Dilley Photography — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 08:01:52 +0000

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Comment on Sausage Fest, Hosted by Twin Cities Daily Planet by Nick Sieger

Nick Sieger — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 19:30:36 +0000

Yum yum! Looking forward to the Butcher and the Boar’s opening.

Seward Co-op’s sausage maker Conor Dolan should be included next time in order for this to be a “fair representation” of the metro’s handmade sauasages.

Comment on Cafe Agri in East Harriet by Taylor Bajek

Taylor Bajek — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 18:07:03 +0000

What a material of un-ambiguity and preserveness of precious familiarity concerning unpredicted feelings.

Comment on Valentine’s Day Four-Pack by Moe

Moe — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 16:24:07 +0000

I have 2 bottles of that Boulevard Chocolate Ale, and had 3 glasses of it on tap this past week. It’s good stuff, not as in your face as some of the other chocolate beers out there like Southern Tier Choklat. Mainly I just love that it was made with KC’s own Christopher Elbow chocolate, which is some of the best chocolate I’ve ever had (Seattle’s Theo is still my #1).

Comment on Mike Phillips on Green Ox, His New Meat Company by Sausage Fest, Hosted by Twin Cities Daily Planet | The Heavy Table - Minneapolis-St. Paul and Upper Midwest Food Magazine and Blog

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 10:16:51 +0000

[...] But, why sausage? “I was thinking about beer, winter, Mardi Gras, the German festival Fasching. Sausage is a good winter food,” said Iggers (above, right, with Twin Cities Daily Planet arts editor Jay Gabler) . “There’s also been a sausage explosion in the Twin Cities, with the [upcoming] Butcher and the Boar, with Green Ox.” [...]

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Sat, 04 Feb 2012 21:47:48 +0000

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Comment on My Burger in West Calhoun, Minneapolis by Christie

Christie — Sat, 04 Feb 2012 19:32:53 +0000

After reading this review, I decided to give My Burger a try. Wow! Seriously disappointed with the fries and onion rings. Not only were the fries and onion rings frozen, they were terrible. I would hope a place with such a limited menu would have fresh, hand cut fries.
The burger wise a fine fast-food burger but not worth the drive. I won’t be going back.
I thought this was going to be an In-N-Out experience…not even close.

Comment on Maple Sugar Candy and Recipe Roundup by Krysten Schwartz

Krysten Schwartz — Sat, 04 Feb 2012 02:56:17 +0000

Thank you so much for including my Coconut Waffles with Chunky Pineapple Syrup!

Comment on Chicken Shahi Korma at Ray’s Southside in Baldwin, WI by Trout Caviar

Trout Caviar — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 23:44:13 +0000

I noted the spot as I drove back to town today. Look forward to trying it. Now, who’s got the dope on that supper club in the same quadrant?

Brett

ps~ Technicality, but as I drive this stretch A LOT: the TA truck stop is at the US Hwy 12 exit; then it’s 65, Roberts; county T, Hammond; then WI Hwy 63, Baldwin, around milepost 18, as Jim notes.

Comment on Chicken Shahi Korma at Ray’s Southside in Baldwin, WI by James Norton

James Norton — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 22:11:47 +0000

Good tip, Kit. I’ll check it out next time I’m up that way.

Comment on Chicken Shahi Korma at Ray’s Southside in Baldwin, WI by Kit

Kit — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 21:35:21 +0000

There’s a gas station (Holiday?) on highway 8 near Lindstrom(?) that has a similar sign, only they serve middle eastern food. I’ve been meaning to try it forever but still haven’t. I have a gut feeling it’s really, really good food.

Comment on Chicken Shahi Korma at Ray’s Southside in Baldwin, WI by James Norton

James Norton — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 19:44:24 +0000

Yep, that’s right. I think of it as 90/94 but you’re right about the Tomah split. I’ll amend the story a bit.

Comment on Chicken Shahi Korma at Ray’s Southside in Baldwin, WI by Steve Young-Burns

Steve Young-Burns — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 19:33:27 +0000

You are right noodleman, it is on Interstate 94. The two (90 and 94) are together from Tomah to Madison but not in Ray’s Mini Indian territory.

Comment on Chicken Shahi Korma at Ray’s Southside in Baldwin, WI by noodleman

noodleman — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 19:30:49 +0000

I very much enjoyed learning about this spot but wonder if people will get confused by the reference to “Interstate 90/94?” I-90 runs south of Rochester, through Albert Lea, MN; nowhere near the Twin Cities.

As for location, to anyone curious, the Hwy. 63/Baldwin exit is the first exit east of Hwy. 65 (where the TA truck stop is located, and its hard-miss-miss sign). Turn south onto Hwy. 63, toward Baldwin. That would make it ~20-25 minute drive from downtown St. Paul.

Comment on Chicken Shahi Korma at Ray’s Southside in Baldwin, WI by James Norton

James Norton — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 19:16:06 +0000

Steve, great story. Twin Peaks is not a bad reference point when trying to explain the vibe. I agree with the quality assessment of the food, too – compares favorably to much of the stuff I used to enjoy in Boston and Chicago. Based on the one dish I tried, it’s in my top five.

Comment on Chicken Shahi Korma at Ray’s Southside in Baldwin, WI by Steve Young-Burns

Steve Young-Burns — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 19:04:50 +0000

One cold evening last winter eating dinner at Ray’s became one of my funnier Facebook posts. “Crabby American diner waitress, cramped plastic booths, long-haul drivers lingering at the counter over bad coffee in a 24 hr truck stop near Baldwin, WI…and the best Indian food we have had (“in the States,” says Julie). Me: “We want to try the Indian food.” Waitress: “Oh…you want THAT menu.” They had Friday fish fry, potato latkes, and incredible Indian food. This was the strangest eating experience since Twin Peaks. “Damned fine plate of vegie korma, ma’am…” The waitress insulted Obama several times, demeaned people with albinism, and kept referring to their fishfry as carp…Then there was the incredibly nice young Indian man we talked to after dinner in the convenience store on the other side. Could not have been nicer, loved hearing about Julie’s trip to India, and made a really good cup of chai.”

Comment on Chicken Shahi Korma at Ray’s Southside in Baldwin, WI by James Norton

James Norton — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 16:32:48 +0000

It’s on Hwy 63, just yards south of 94 when you pull off the highway. You can see the Mobil sign from 94, although it’s not massive.

Comment on Chicken Shahi Korma at Ray’s Southside in Baldwin, WI by Trout Caviar

Trout Caviar — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 14:06:52 +0000

I’m very happy to hear about this. All the times I’ve been through Baldwin, I’ve never even noticed the Mobil station. Which side of 94 is it on?

Brett

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Thu, 02 Feb 2012 16:36:27 +0000

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