The Rebellious Paradox of SpringVirginia GeorgeApril 30, 2024125Spring. Even though we don’t pass our official last frost date for a couple more...
Rise & Dine: Breakfast BlissVirginia GeorgeMarch 28, 2024519The origins of the Western breakfast have been difficult for me to track down. Some...
Enjoying Hot Food at HomeVirginia GeorgeFebruary 26, 2024887For a dining column writer, I don’t eat out much. I have a large family...
Exploring Plant-Powered PalatesVirginia GeorgeJanuary 31, 2024February 26, 20241025Here at Northern Dish, I realize that people have varied values when it comes to...
Dining Destinations for the BeargreaseVirginia GeorgeDecember 26, 20231320The John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon has a long history in the Northland, as this...
Holiday Food TraditionsVirginia GeorgeNovember 28, 20231412Holiday traditions are fascinating. Every family does things just a little differently, even within the...
Warrior Brewing’s Mission to Support VeteransVirginia GeorgeNovember 3, 2023October 31, 2023818Grateful. Thankful. Blessed. These three words adorn the walls and throw pillows of homes across...
Hiking Trails and Dining Gems for AutumnVirginia GeorgeOctober 25, 2023September 28, 20231444Fall is a great time of year to get out and explore. The bugs have...
Decoding Food LabelsVirginia GeorgeSeptember 25, 2023September 5, 2023966Sustainably sourced. Locally grown. You may have seen these words out in the wild at...
A Fung-Guide to MushroomsVirginia GeorgeAugust 22, 2023July 24, 20231611A few years ago, I took a mycology class through Two Harbors Community Education. The...
Meals on Wheels: The Charm of Food TrucksVirginia GeorgeJuly 24, 2023June 27, 20231420One of my most memorable food truck experiences was during the pandemic shutdowns. To get...
A Fishy Legacy: Smoked FishVirginia GeorgeJune 20, 2023June 6, 20231239Last month I had the privilege of going smelt fishing on Lake Superior. Smelt are...