Destination: Twin Cities Crawl

Well fed and hung over at the 2008 Republican National Convention. (By James Norton)

What Is the Best Way to Wash Fruit?

Forget the fancy tricks. (By Roxanne Webber)

Hold the Cream of Mushroom Soup

From Bismarck to St. Paul to Madison, new high-end restaurants are embracing such local cuisine as fried walleye and wild-rice porridge. Call it the birth of northwoods chic. (By James Norton)

Why Aren't There More Good Microbrews in Cans?

Glass is cheaper. (By Joshua M. Bernstein)

Do Eggs Need to Be Refrigerated?

Some people store them on the counter. (By Roxanne Webber)

Candy Bars Worth Crossing State Lines For

A field guide to great American treats. (By Steve Almond)

Local Fizz

Go locavore with soda pop. (By Regan Burns)

Healthy Hot Pockets

This week’s mission: real natural chicken and microwavable savory turnovers. (By James Norton)

Your Dish Is Unwelcome Here

Don’t bring food to a dinner party. (By Helena Echlin)

Preparty Hardy

CHOW talks with the "Commissioner of Tailgating." (By Mark Chalifoux)

10 Organic Liquors

Make ecococktails at home. (By Roxanne Webber)

Please Do Not Eat the Displays

Kitschy food museums cater to discriminating tastes. (By Michele Foley)

Canned Beer That's Actually Good

Craft brewers see sense in cans. (By Kurt Wolff)

Craptails

The 10 worst drink concepts of all time. (By James Norton)

Wedding Cake Tips

Get the most for your money. (By Roxanne Webber)