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The hops industry in Minnesota is definitely becoming a thing.  But where does it stand in respect to other growing regions around the world?  Mighty Axe Hops CEO Eric Sannerud explains the state's status with this burgeoning crop.  Dara explains some different ways to enjoy muskmelon/canteloupe.

He's basically the most influential restaurant owner in the Twin Cities today.  He's brought us Spoon & Stable and Bellecour, among others.  Gavin Kaysen comes in to discuss his latest offering, Demi, as well as his journey back to the Twin Cities.  And Dara provides her top raspberry recipes.

One food style that we don't see a lot of in the restaurant industry is that of Native/Indigenous peoples from North America.  The Sioux Chef, Sean Sherman, talks about his effort to open one such restaurant in Northeast Minneapolis.  Then, Dara offers an extended "Ask Me Anything" segment.

Is the "American Revolution" of cuisine dying out?  That's exactly what author Kevin Alexander looks at in his new book, "Burn the Ice".  He joins the show to talk about this trend.  Plus, Dara gives us her top fish taco recipes.

Twin Cities restauranteurs/owners Tim Niver and Greg Hoyt come in studio to discuss their respective ongoing and upcoming endeavors.  Plus, Dara shares her top recipes that you can bring to your Fourth of July potluck.

How does a supper club stay with the times, but keep that old-school feel?  Dara welcomes Jack Riebel (executive chef at The Lexington) to the State Fairgrounds to talk about that question during the Back to the 50s broadcast.

Rogue Chocolate owner Colin Gasko explains his reasoning for closing his business, as well as the state of chocolate making across the globe.  Taste of the NFL founder Wayne Kostroski discusses his latest philanthropic effort, which coincides with next month's 3M Open.  Plus, Dara shares her top rhubarb recipes.

With the recent warm-up, grilling season is really starting to kick into gear.  Looking for tips to help your char game?  Jamie Purviance, author and director of the culinary kitchen for Weber Grills, comes on the show to provide all kinds of tips for us amateur grill masters.  And Dara couldn't pass up this chance to share her top grilling recipes.

Today's shortened edition focuses on a tasty fungus.  Forest to Fork owner Mike Kempenich, Hyacinth chef Paul Baker, and ninetwentyfive chef Daniel Cataldo discuss mushrooms and how these earthy edibles are getting new life in the food world.

Let's be real.  Viking lore and culture are hot right now.  So, what better time for the American Swedish Institute to host a new exhibit on the culture?  Author Patrice Johnson joins the program to talk about the food that made the Vikings so unique.  Plus, Dara shares her top Ancient Viking recipes.