Kurt Friese

Chef Kurt Michael Friese is the founding leader of Slow Food Iowa, serves on the Slow Food USA National Board of Directors, and is editor-in-chief and co-owner of the local food magazine Edible Iowa River Valley.
  • In Defense of Iowa's Food

    Yes, meatloaf, casseroles, and other comfort meals can be found in church basements across all of Iowa's 99 counties, but this is a state that knows its food and wine