Jay Ducote joins Prairie Plates to discuss the 2025 Hotdish Festival, judging with Rick Gion, North Dakota’s food scene, and his event at Rosewild at the Jasper Hotel.

Alex Chubaty, Fargo's Luna network beverage director, joined Prairie Plates. This level 2 sommelier discussed his path to level 3 and his focus on crafting exceptional mocktails.

The Downtown Bismarck Burger Slam returns Jan. 1–31, 2025, with 9 local restaurants competing for the title of best burger. Rate creations via app. Details at downtownbismarck.com!

Sam Wai, a Moorhead food and wine expert, shares his love for winter cooking, wine pairings, and supporting the arts through gourmet fundraising dinners.

Rick spotlights new local restaurants, interviews Jim Poolman from Blarney Stone, and shares updates from his Fargo-Moorhead Eats Facebook page.

Ashley Serbus of Cellar 624 shares holiday wine pairing tips, seasonal flavor matches, and advice to elevate your celebrations with perfect bottles and tastings.

Greg Cook, NDSU professor and 4e Winery owner, shares his vegan culinary expertise and popular YouTube channel "The Pot Thickens" on this expanded Prairie Plates.

Rick reveals his top picks and personal favorites for the ultimate Thanksgiving feast.

Rick Gion shared audio from the Lutefisk Festival, featuring Chef Espen Tømte’s roasted lutefisk, served with bacon, lefse, Aquavit, and holiday harp music.

Prairie Plates, Rick Gion talks about bakeries.