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“Fork the Fire” to Help Heidi’s, Blackbird
More than 55 area restaurants will raise money for Heidi’s and Blackbird (the two Minneapolis restaurants destroyed by a recent fire) on March 14. The “Fork the Fire” evening features two special events: A $30 dinner at Mission American Kitchen (featuring Stewart Woodman), and a $25 dinner at Cafe 28 featuring Chris Stevens of Blackbird. […]
MoreFebruary 25 Morning Roundup
Bill Roehl’s stormy forecast for a wildlife education center / bar/ grill in Farmington, oven fries vs. the February blues, behold the new fish fry club theme song, an epic sandwich review of the 112 Eatery burger, looks like the (a? one of many?) benefit for Heidi’s and Blackbird may happen March 14, thoughts on […]
MorePost-Fire Thoughts from Shefzilla
Chef Stewart Woodman of Heidi’s offers his first post-fire thoughts on his blog, Shefzilla. “I feel OK in reality what happened yesterday was that a building burned, but what remains is what we always had. It was a great honor of my life to be your cook these years at Heidi’s.” UPDATE: Chef Woodman has […]
MoreBlackbird and Heidi’s, After the Fire
If there’s a silver lining to yesterday’s fire, it’s this: while the incineration of Heidi’s and Blackbird was a monumentally depressing event, it was mercifully free of death or injury. We’re lucky on that front. The loss of both restaurants is, however, deeply disappointing for anyone who loves local food. Both were relatively new restaurants. […]
MoreFebruary 19 Morning Roundup
The Strib’s comprehensive wrap-up of the Heidi’s and Blackbird fire, praise and scorn for Bin Wine Bar in Lowertown, the details on the next Gastro Non Grata, your guide to local fish fries, and the March Simple Good and Tasty event will be at Sen Yai Sen Lek.
MoreSaint Paul’s Yarusso Bros. Damaged By Fire
The Pioneer Press’ Tad Vezner covers last night’s fire at Yarusso Bros. Yarusso’s is a real classic in Saint Paul; this fire is a tragedy. I hope they’re able to fix up and reopen soon. Hat tip to Brian.
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