The James Beard Awards, established in 1990, are the nation's most prestigious honors. They recognize excellence in the culinary, hospitality, and food media industries. Often called the "Oscars of the food world," these awards celebrate exceptional talent and achievement across various food-related…
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Ah, breakfast. The most important meal of the day. If you're a breakfast food lover, this list of the best breakfast restaurants in Fargo is for you. Hidden Gems Black Coffee & Waffle Bar Gourmet waffles and hand-ground coffee? Say no more. We recommend: The strawberry cheesecake waffle…
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You can find salads (not Midwestern cookie salads but actual leafy greens) at almost any restaurant you visit, but sometimes it's nice to know where you can head for a wider variety of healthy options. Below are several options in Fargo and its sister cities, Moorhead and West Fargo: Nichole's Fine…
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It's no secret that Midwesterners love food. While most of us eat a variety of cuisines (not just meat and potatoes!), we still have a soft spot for the popular traditional dishes of the region. A lot of it has been influenced by Scandinavian and German heritage, and man, is it delicious…
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Coffee in Fargo is not just a beverage; it's a necessity. Locals love to drink all kinds of coffee, not only because it's delicious but also because it keeps us warm and toasty during the cold months. Hop on the official Fargo-Moorhead Caffeinated Crawl to get to all of the local spots and earn…
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Mocktails, or non-alcoholic mixed drinks, have been around for a long time, but in recent years, they've seen a surge in popularity. We may be known for our bar scene, but that doesn’t stop our mixologists from creating the tastiest alcohol-free drinks. Here are a few of our favorite spots in…
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We like to ask our local heroes where they like to eat in town. Andrea from Proof Distillers has some great recommendations. Check 'em out: 1. Luna Luna has great coffee as well as a huge cheese and meat selection to choose from. This is a great place to share a bottle of wine and…
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With a rich Scandinavian and German heritage, Fargoans tend to adapt many of their ancestors' drinking habits. Here are some ways to keep up with us when you're here: Put odd things in your beer Although we do like our craft beer in the Midwest, a lot of us also partake in a good old American…
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Come rain, snow, sleet, or (unlikely-best-case scenario) sunshine, you will see Fargo-Moorhead’s inhabitants standing in line outside of the regionally renowned Moorhead Dairy Queen on March 1 st each year. Why this particular Dairy Queen, when Dairy Queens are stamped along every major street…
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Fargo used to have a Restaurant Week, but realized that seven days just wasn’t enough to appreciate all the amazing local restaurants (220+ of them!) that we have in Fargo and its sister cities Moorhead and West Fargo. Instead, we're spending all of summer celebrating local restaurants. Locals love…
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