By Jeff Zeitler on Tuesday, April 24th, 2018
Yes my friends. The trivia theme this Thursday at 7 will be Friends. The show that you may not want to admit that you liked. The show that shaped the hairstyles of America for a generation. That show. All questions shall revolve around it in our weekly trivia match to the death. Not to the […]
By Jeff Zeitler on Thursday, April 19th, 2018
If you haven’t read Heavy Table’s review of Urban Forage, together with Himalayan restaurant and several of our other neighbors, read it here. Then tell us what you think! We are thrilled that James Norton and company loved the ambience of the taproom and the overall vibe. Also the positive notes on the cider tasting. […]
By Jeff Zeitler on Friday, April 13th, 2018
Sadly, we won’t have a food truck tonight. We will have bratwurst another night, but the weather forecast isn’t very supportive of outdoor food service. Saturday isn’t looking too promising either. We’ll let you know.
By Jeff Zeitler on Wednesday, April 11th, 2018
Let it be spring already dagblangit! OK. Breathe in. Breathe out. Well, it’s always 70 degrees and friendly in the cider house, so come on by and share an hour or two, cheerful or not, with us. Thursday we have happy hour from 4:00-5:30, you can learn about edible landscaping (last chance this year) at […]
By Jeff Zeitler on Friday, April 6th, 2018
Yes- we are now open more hours than ever! They are: Thursdays 4-9 Fridays 4-11 Saturdays 2-11 Sundays 2-6 It may take us a while to have these hours up consistently on every platform, but we’ll get there. For now, know that the hours shown here are accurate, as of April 2018.
By Jeff Zeitler on Tuesday, March 27th, 2018
This Thursday at 7:00. Minnesota history and geography trivia that would even stump Walter Mondale. Think you know your stuff? Bring a team member or two and win a free round of drinks! Share one with Mr. Mondale (that’s former Vice President Mondale to you buddy) if you’re feeling generous.
By Jeff Zeitler on Friday, March 23rd, 2018
Planning a big event? A wedding reception or a bachelorette party, let’s say? We’re here for you. We’re also now on The Knot, the online go-to place for organizing weddings and wedding-related events. Check out our page and pass it on to someone you know who’s planning a wedding or other similar event. Click on […]
By Jeff Zeitler on Thursday, March 22nd, 2018
7 PM, March 22. May the force be with you.
By Jeff Zeitler on Thursday, March 15th, 2018
Thursday March 15 our trivia night will feature all questions about the literature of Laura Ingalls Wilder. Come test your knowledge against that of Jaya, our precocious in-house 5th grader. She and her dad devised all of the questions, so you know they won’t be softballs. Think you know your Little House books? Come prove […]
By Jeff Zeitler on Wednesday, March 7th, 2018
You asked for it, we’re delivering! Harry Potter, and more generally, the collected works of author JK Rowling will be the subject of our trivia this Thursday. Bring your brain, your Potterhead friends and leave your smartphone in your pocket! Winning team gets a round of drinks, and yes that does include the cyser if […]
By Jeff Zeitler on Monday, March 5th, 2018
Yes we do. Each week a new theme. One week it was JRR Tolkien and JK Rowling. Another it was Minnesota geography and history. Last week it was classic Disney movies. Interested? It’s happening each Thursday at 7 PM. Paper and pencil analog style, so no need to interact with a screen. Just real people […]
By Jeff Zeitler on Tuesday, February 27th, 2018
You know- you’re welcome to bring your laptop and chill at a table with a glass of cider and perhaps a tasty edible from a food truck any time we’re open. And it’s easier now, that we have wifi for all guests. The network name is Urban Forage Guest, and the password is posted […]
By Jeff Zeitler on Friday, January 19th, 2018
Saturday night Potter’s Pasties returns, with a very British assortment of meat pies, scotch eggs and other things that pair wonderfully with a dry cider. You won’t be able to miss them, as they’ll be parked out front with what may be the largest painted Union Jack you’re likely to encounter in your life. 5-9 […]
By Jeff Zeitler on Sunday, December 31st, 2017
Chalk Talk Narrative is a forum for writers to gather, experiment, and find support. Each forum has a theme, an open mic, and a featured writer. This month the featured guest is Amy Salloway. Amy’s storytelling is at once heart-wrenching and pee-your-pants funny. Hear Amy read from her work and interact with her afterward. Chalk […]
By Jeff Zeitler on Thursday, December 28th, 2017
This weekend- stock up for NYE with bottles of dry cider, gin botanical cider and semisweet cider for $9.99 each! This Friday and Saturday only. Oh, and our holiday six-packs are $59.00 Yes. That’s right. fifty-nine bucks. Includes the mead. And. You. Keep. The. Tote. Bag.
By Jeff Zeitler on Thursday, December 7th, 2017
New art show starts today! “Fire and the Flame: Honoring 35 Years of Zorongo Flamenco.” by local artist and LoLa founder Anita White. Anita’s show is full of heat and movement– a tonic for the soul as we slide into another Minnesota winter. These paintings, sketches and silks will warm you to the core. Anita […]
By Jeff Zeitler on Monday, December 4th, 2017
Hey cider drinkers! We’ve heard your requests for food, and though we don’t have a commercial kitchen, we’re working on ways to make food happen at Urban Forage. The first is our growing collection of takeout and delivery menus on the back wall. So far we have menus from neighborhood favorites, Dumpling, Himalayan and Gandhi […]
By Jeff Zeitler on Tuesday, November 28th, 2017
Mulled cider. Mmm. Warm, almost hot cider spiced with cinnamon, cloves, ginger and a hint of citrus. It’ll warm you up inside and out. It may be warm(ish) outside right now, but that’s going to change soon, and some mulled cider might help you make the transition. Not up for some mulled cider, but know […]
By Jeff Zeitler on Tuesday, November 21st, 2017
Just that. We are open Wednesday Nov 22 so you can buy cider for your Thanksgiving dinner table, and closed Thursday so we can enjoy ours. Normal hours Friday (4-10) and Saturday (12-10)
By Jeff Zeitler on Friday, November 17th, 2017
Jacob Frey, the newly elected Minneapolis mayor will cut the ceremonial ribbon at Urban Forage’s grand opening this Saturday at noon! We’re excited to be able to have the new mayor help us kick off our Grand Opening only a week and a half after the election. We cordially invite you to come see the […]
