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This Mexican restaurant is growing beyond tacos and burritos
1+ day, 21+ hour ago (1023+ words) The albondigas entree with rice and beans is seen March 27, 2026, at Luna's Tacos in Iowa City. The a la Mexicana entree with rice and beans is seen March 27, 2026, at Luna's Tacos in Iowa City. Isabel and Saltier Luna expanded into…...
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2+ week, 3+ day ago (140+ words) thegazette. com Homestyle Chicken and Noodles is one of many options on a rotating monthly menu from Chilled Freezer Meals, a concept that specializes in ready-to-eat meals. You have successfully joined. Please add 'newsletters@thegazette. com' to your contacts. Over…...
What does holiday food look like? It depends on where you come from.
4+ mon, 2+ week ago (1796+ words) Home / Living / People & Places How Iowans from other traditions celebrate the holidays Nov. 26, 2025 6: 00 am CEDAR RAPIDS " For many, it's "the most wonderful time of the year." But what exactly does that look like? For many Americans, celebrating the holidays through…...
These superfoods are true Thanksgiving classics
4+ mon, 4+ week ago (891+ words) Home / Living / Health & Wellness Cranberries, sweet potatoes and more pack a nutritional punch Thanksgiving brings warm memories of loved ones sitting around the dining room table. Gratitude and happiness are rich in the air as plates are filled with seasonal…...
Sanctuary Pub plans free Thanksgiving dinner for students in Iowa City
4+ mon, 3+ week ago (172+ words) Nov. 20, 2025 6: 45 am IOWA CITY " Sanctuary Pub is hosting its first Thanksgiving dinner for students who can't make it home for the holiday. The free dinner, open only to students, will be held at the pub, 405 S. Gilbert St. , on Thanksgiving Day…...
You don't need a fork for these savory pies -- eat them like a burrito.
5+ mon, 3+ week ago (956+ words) New brand brings Des Moines maker's savory pies to Eastern Iowa Oct. 22, 2025 6: 00 am CEDAR RAPIDS " A marriage of Down Under and Far East is setting up shop in the Midwest. Now in Cedar Rapids, you don't have to jet over…...
Prioritizing family meals offers many benefits. Here's why.
6+ mon, 3+ week ago (817+ words) WATCH LIVE NOW: Join us for Iowa Ideas " Free registration Watch Live Home / Living / Health & Wellness September is National Family Meals Month, which makes it an excellent time to prioritize eating with your loved ones. As we get back into…...
'Boos or No Boos' launches alcohol-free series in Cedar Rapids this October
6+ mon, 3+ week ago (158+ words) Sep. 25, 2025 6: 30 am CEDAR RAPIDS " A spirited new event is generating a different type of buzz as Halloween approaches. "Boos or No Boos," a new event being launched by No Proof Required, will be holding alcohol-free pop-up events throughout October. The…...
Tired of mediocre summer sides? This Golden Potato Salad is bright, light and easy to make.
8+ mon, 2+ week ago (405+ words) Home / Food & Drink / Recipes This Midwestern favorite is quick, easy to make Jul. 31, 2025 7: 00 am I'm a transplant to the Midwest from the Rocky Mountain region. I'm not sure if native Iowans know this, but sometimes the Midwest gets some flak…...
Try this healthier twist on the Chicken Salad Sandwich
11+ mon, 2+ week ago (498+ words) Home / Food & Drink / Recipes This recipe replaces mayo with avocado for healthy fats May. 1, 2025 10: 00 am People who know me now would be surprised to learn that when I was much younger, I didn't really care for avocados. I look back…...