The Secret Fork

Apparently, Hy-Vee figured out how to utilize all those restaurant spaces they created, re-created, and then de-created. Hy-Vee Law Enforcement Center coming soon!

Watch for Hy-Vee Jail, Hy-Vee Court, and Hy-Vee Parole Services next.

Honestly, people! How damned out of touch can Hy-Vee really be? (That’s a rhetorical question, BTW).

Hy-Vee to add security officers in stores You'll soon be seeing security officers at Hy-Vee.

Get some tinfoil. Head over to Watecha Bowl, where it’s always Frybread:30.

https://www.argusleader.com/story/news/business-journal/2021/06/11/frybread-watecha-bowl-native-american-cuisine-sioux-falls-review/7656322002/

Secret Fork: The Watecha Bowl serves delicious frybread, Native American cuisine in Sioux Falls What's the food like at Watecha Bowl? The short answer is that we are talking about a frybread extravaganza.

Pull out a Kris Kristofferson album and join us for a Secret Fork Sunday Sing-along!

In my Sunday morning crock pot
So cold I’m wishing I was stoned
But the governor won’t let us!
At least there’s chili when I get home.

I’ll be nothing short of starving
Half as crazy as that sounds
So I’ll also bake some cornbread
Crock pot Sunday coming down.

Check out this article from Argus Leader:

Secret Fork: Listen, good chili doesn't need Bloody Mary mix

And keep that cinnamon roll out of my bowl!

https://www.argusleader.com/story/entertainment/food/2021/02/13/secret-fork-listen-good-bowl-of-chili-doesnt-need-bloody-mary-mix-recipe/6744065002/

Secret Fork: Listen, good chili doesn't need Bloody Mary mix You don't need Bloody Mary mix to make great, South Dakota chili

Let us all raise a glass to Doug and Laurel Lather and the the whole crew at The Market!

Thank you for all the wonderful times. Enjoy next.

https://www.argusleader.com/story/news/business-journal/2020/08/28/secret-fork-market-sad-loss-sioux-falls-food-scene/5655683002/

Secret Fork: The Market is a sad loss to the Sioux Falls food scene The Market was never afraid to take some risks with unique ingredients and combinations of tastes and textures.

Well. It was probably bound to happen. I notice social media posts that 18th Amendment and Barrel House are presently closed due to COVID infections. Both are planning to re-open the week of August 3.

Be careful out there, people!

It’s getting ghosted it it ain’t broasted!

Wanna know why that comet didn’t hit us? The Keg is back on the East Side! That’s why! Check out the comet and get some gizzards.

https://www.argusleader.com/story/entertainment/food/2020/07/16/secret-fork-all-right-universe-keg-back-eastside/5450844002/

Secret Fork: All is right with the universe: The Keg is back on the Eastside Secret Fork: All is right with the universe: The Keg is back on the Eastside

Oh, my! That’s a sad deal!

https://www.instagram.com/p/CCmJGSDhx6l/?igshid=1lxd348y9tftu

Goodbye to a Cajun classic, the legendary K-Paul’s Louisiana Kitchen announced the restaurant would not reopen, after more than 40 years in business. Economic woes from the coronavirus crisis are to blame. Link in our bio has the story. 📸by @davidgrunfeld . #wherenolaeats #nola #frenchquarter #igersneworleans

This just in!

https://www.argusleader.com/story/news/business-journal/2020/06/25/secret-fork-guy-fieri-mayor-flavortown-sioux-falls/3259607001/

Secret Fork: Is the Mayor of Flavortown in Sioux Falls? Keep your eyes peeled for a dude with spiky hair tooling around in a 1967 Camaro SS convertible in Sioux Falls.

Hey, all you Cool Cutlery and Forkinistas!

A couple thoughts for folks anticipating the first steps of a "return to normalcy" whatever that means, with the gradual opening of food and beverage establishments.

1. This crap ain't over yet. I didn't see Governor Noem parachute into the USS South Dakota Memorial to declare victory over COVID-19. The virus continues to lurk among us. Just because civic leaders think we can relax some business restrictions isn't a green light to relax personal protective measures. Whether you are planning on venturing out, or not, remaining vigilant is good advice.

2. Set your expectations accordingly. Things are probably not going to look, sound, or feel the same when you get back to your favorite haunts. Besides increased spacing, expect lighter crowds (some people aren't personally ready for this), staff wearing masks or gloves, decreased menu options, and wonky service. A lot of these establishments and their staffs haven't been in action for the better part of 60 days and it may take a while to get back in the hang of things.

3. This whole thing isn't just about you. I've heard reports of regular patrons and random callers getting snarky with owners and managers who are taking a more cautious approach to re-opening. Lay the hell off and give these people a break. They have a lot of balancing to do between their own staff, and getting supplies, and plenty of other things that most patrons never consider when ordering a beer or a burger. If your favorite haunt decides to take a more cautious approach, respect it. Or, if you can't respect it, at least don't be a jerk.

Be careful out there!

Your local establishments and their employees need you now more than ever!

https://www.argusleader.com/story/news/business-journal/2020/03/27/secret-fork-support-local-restaurants-ordering-takeout-delivery/2926237001/

Secret Fork: Support local restaurants by ordering takeout or delivery Many restaurants are staying open in Sioux Falls. Order good food to support the local workers who are struggling.

Burgers!!!

Secret Fork: Burger Battle is over, and here's my pick for the trophy Secret Fork: Burger Battle is over, and here's my pick for the trophy