Food And Drink
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Iowa food bank warns of strain as SNAP cuts loom
The budget reconciliation bill passed by Congress this summer is set to hit the state with higher costs for food assistance and leaders said charities are not able to fill the gap.
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8 eateries to try during Des Moines Restaurant Week Aug. 15-24
Local chefs offer their finest flavors at affordable prices during Des Moines Restaurant Week. Here are eight spots to try.
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All the best food to eat at the 2025 Iowa State Fair
Curious what food will be at the 2025 Iowa State Fair? We dug into its itinerary to give you the ultimate taste of what’s to come from Aug. 7 to Aug. 17.
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How Iowa’s pork tenderloin sandwiches came to be (+ top spots to try one)
Ready to go hog wild for Iowa’s favorite sandwich? Read up on the present, past, and future of pork tenderloin sandwiches in the Hawkeye State.
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Restaurant inspection update: Mold, expired food and ‘deceased pests’ reported
State, city and county inspectors have cited Iowa restaurants and stores for hundreds of food-safety violations during the past month, including offenses related to mold, dirty kitchens, long expired food and insect infestations.
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Des Moines Starbucks could be 4th in Iowa to unionize; sip-in Saturday
A Des Moines Starbucks could be the next Starbucks store to unionize by next month.
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8 classic roadside diners in Iowa that are worth a detour
Nothing says comfort food quite like a diner, and Iowa has some of the best of these interstate oases. Here’s a list of diners in Iowa worth a visit.
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What to expect at the 2025 Iowa State Fair
To help you make the most of your trip to the 2025 Iowa State Fair, we’ve compiled an extensive guide with everything you need to know.
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7 totally free (& fun!) things to do in Sioux City
Having a blast doesn’t have to cost you an arm and a leg. Here are seven totally free and fun things to do in Sioux City this summer.
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Restaurant inspection update: Inspectors find cockroaches, rodents, moldy salmon
State, city and county inspectors have cited Iowa restaurants and stores for hundreds of food-safety violations during the past month, including offenses related to cockroach infestations, rodents, expired food and operating without a license.
