A combo for you tonight... Business Beat and our 'Rebuilding the Valley' series as one. Perry Olson takes us downtown where final preparations are being made to open up Sweet & Flour.
It has been a long battle with lots of high price -- but Chef Shanda Cool is about ready to realize her dream.
A lifelong dream is about to come true for a professionally trained Minot chef who is about to open her very first restaurant...although restaurant may not be the right word...in fact Chef Shanda Cool calls this Sweet & Flour Patisserie.
(Shanda Cool - Sweet & Flour Patisserie) "I have always wanted to have a bakery, I never thought I would do it but something just happened inside of me one day and I said, 'you only have one life, I am going to do it!'"
She is hiring now with a late-May opening planned here at the north end of the Brick Building on Central Avenue. The patisserie is very unique with many different seating areas -- even a space that can be rented out for large meetings...but wherever you sit -- get ready for great treats...
(Shanda Cool - Sweet & Flour Patisserie) "We are going to have all kinds of house-made pastries, homemade breads, homemade soup...everything is made here in house. We will have bread for retail...real croissants, real danish, and plated desserts."
And the setting adds to the Sweet & Flour experience...
(Shanda Cool - Sweet & Flour Patisserie) "It is French-coutry inspired. We did the decor so that it would be fancy, but not too fancy. We want people to come in and have a good time.
Cool certainly is having a good time -- after a rough year. The opening was planned for last year until the flood wiped her out. She has poured her heart and soul into her dream...and her house too. Having to choose between her dream business -- or having her flooded house foreclosure on ...she went the tasty route. A tough call...but one she is happy with now as she approaches the opening...
(Shanda Cool - Sweet & Flour Patisserie) "It is a feeling like no other. When you remember what state this was in and now you can see it like this. It is something I would be proud to bring anyone in."
You'll find Sweet & Flour on Facebook -- just search Sweet & Flour. With Business Beat, I'm Perry Olson.
When Ben Bernanke testifies about the U.S. economy Wednesday, the Federal Reserve chairman's words will be examined for any clues that the Fed might soon taper - or increase - its support for the economy.
When Ben Bernanke testifies about the U.S. economy Wednesday, the Federal Reserve chairman's words will be examined for any clues that the Fed might soon taper - or increase - its support for the economy.
North Korea says that a "special envoy" for leader Kim Jong Un has left for China.
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un dispatched a high-profile official and close confidant to travel to China on Wednesday as a special envoy while Beijing is under pressure to rein in its belligerent neighbor.
A Senate panel says Apple Inc. is avoiding paying billions of dollars in U.S. taxes, but the world's most valuable company says it is complying with the laws and pays "an extraordinary amount" in taxes to the...
Now that tech darling Apple Inc. has been dragged front and center into the debate over the U.S. tax code, lawmakers are hoping that the spotlight on such a high-profile company could be the catalyst for Congress to take...
Asian stock markets fell Tuesday as investors waited for the U.S. Federal Reserve to telegraph what it plans to do next with its economic stimulus program.
Asian stock markets were mostly higher Wednesday after investor confidence was boosted by a Federal Reserve official's comments that the U.S. central bank should stick with its super-easy monetary policy.
The Senate Judiciary Committee hopes to nail down an elusive compromise on high-tech visas and may punt a controversy over gay marriage to the full Senate as it makes final drafting decisions on immigration...
Far-reaching legislation that grants a chance at citizenship to millions of immigrants living illegally in the United States cleared the Senate Judiciary Committee on a solid bipartisan vote Tuesday night after supporters...
Friday, April 26 2013 2:49 PM EDT2013-04-26 18:49:07 GMT
The ever increasing need for more beds to sleep in western North Dakota is leading to some impressive building in the town...or maybe we should say booming city of Stanley. Rising high above the plans
Friday, April 26 2013 2:49 PM EDT2013-04-26 18:49:06 GMT
Flood waters chased GEM Federal Credit Union from this location on Central Avenue...but something beautiful has taken its place...really -- Flower Central is the new occupant here, the newest floral store
Tuesday, November 13 2012 10:31 AM EST2012-11-13 15:31:46 GMT
This spot of land just to the east of the newly opened LaQuinta Hotel near the YMCA in Minot will soon have a new strip mall built on it. The developers -- Dakota Commercial out of Grand Forks -- are not
This spot of land just to the east of the newly opened LaQuinta Hotel near the YMCA in Minot will soon have a new strip mall built on it. The developers -- Dakota Commercial out of Grand Forks -- are not
Tuesday, November 13 2012 10:31 AM EST2012-11-13 15:31:37 GMT
Magic City Harley Davidson has been in Minot for more than 10 years...and it now has new ownership. Bill and Brenda Houim took over the business early in September -- turning a hobby into a business venture.
Magic City Harley Davidson has been in Minot for more than 10 years...and it now has new ownership. Bill and Brenda Houim took over the business early in September -- turning a hobby into a business venture.
Tuesday, November 13 2012 10:31 AM EST2012-11-13 15:31:31 GMT
A firearms company that has been around for about three years has moved into a new location -- just outside of Surrey. Nodak Arms started a few years ago making ammunition...but that has developed into
A firearms company that has been around for about three years has moved into a new location -- just outside of Surrey. Nodak Arms started a few years ago making ammunition...but that has developed into
Tuesday, May 21 2013 11:28 AM EDT2013-05-21 15:28:48 GMT
A truck hauling an oversized load was struck an overpass east of Bismarck this morning. ND Highway Patrol Lt. Norm Ruud says the DOT is on scene inspecting the bridge structure. Traffic was reduced to
A truck hauling an oversized load was struck an overpass east of Bismarck this morning. ND Highway Patrol Lt. Norm Ruud says the DOT is on scene inspecting the bridge structure. Traffic was reduced to
Monday, May 20 2013 6:22 PM EDT2013-05-20 22:22:53 GMT
The investigation continues into the fatal accident on Minot's southwest edge Thursday evening. A semi plowed into several vehicles stopped at a red light along the bypass, killing one person and injuring
The investigation continues into the fatal accident on Minot's southwest edge Thursday evening. A semi plowed into several vehicles stopped at a red light along the bypass, killing one person and injuring
Friday, May 17 2013 12:00 AM EDT2013-05-17 04:00:02 GMT
A tragic accident occurred tonight on the 2 & 52 bypass west of Minot near Behms Truck Stop claiming at least one life. I do have to warn you that some of these images may be disturbing....... Authorities
A tragic accident occurred tonight on the 2 & 52 bypass west of Minot near Behms Truck Stop claiming at least one life.
Monday, May 20 2013 6:49 PM EDT2013-05-20 22:49:14 GMT
Some people in the Bismarck/Mandan area are busy cleaning water out of their basements. Advanced Cleaning and Restoration has been working non stop since 2 a.m. Saturday morning. Bob Fettig says the
Some people in the Bismarck/Mandan area are busy cleaning water out of their basements.
Tuesday, May 21 2013 10:36 PM EDT2013-05-22 02:36:34 GMT
It's a record year for road construction in North Dakota. The Department of Transportation reports there will be almost 900 million dollars spent on highway work - up from 590 million dollars last year. And
It's a record year for road construction in North Dakota. The Department of Transportation reports there will be almost 900 million dollars spent on highway work - up from 590 million dollars last year. And
Tuesday, May 21 2013 10:33 PM EDT2013-05-22 02:33:03 GMT
Nearly four inches of rain put a temporary halt to work on the 55th street bypass project on Minot's east edge. The two year construction project is expected to come to a close in July. In the meantime,
Nearly four inches of rain put a temporary halt to work on the 55th street bypass project on Minot's east edge. The two year construction project is expected to come to a close in July. In the meantime,
Tuesday, May 21 2013 10:29 PM EDT2013-05-22 02:29:53 GMT
Rice Lake residents are facing a rising lake and flooding for a fourth straight year now. With over 4 inches since Saturday, the lake has risen quite significantly. Portions of roadway surrounding Rice
Rice Lake residents are facing a rising lake and flooding for a fourth straight year now. With over 4 inches since Saturday, the lake has risen quite significantly. Portions of roadway surrounding Rice
Tuesday, May 21 2013 10:27 PM EDT2013-05-22 02:27:55 GMT
Trinity Health announced today that it is closing the Trinity Community Clinic in Parshall starting July. The plan is to consolidate the operations of that clinic to the clinic 19 miles away, in New
Trinity Health announced today that it is closing the Trinity Community Clinic in Parshall starting July. The plan is to consolidate the operations of that clinic to the clinic 19 miles away, in New
Tuesday, May 21 2013 10:25 PM EDT2013-05-22 02:25:29 GMT
The 2013 graduating class at Minot State University has walked the halls as students for the final time. Which rings in MSU's centennial year. MSU instructors Mark Timbrook and Jonathan Wagner have compiled
The 2013 graduating class at Minot State University has walked the halls as students for the final time. Which rings in MSU's centennial year. MSU instructors Mark Timbrook and Jonathan Wagner have compiled
Tuesday, May 21 2013 9:13 PM EDT2013-05-22 01:13:56 GMT
Graduation day is this Saturday in Rolette. So let's meet the top student in the senior class this year. Here's Alexa Martinson in our Student Spotlight. (Alexa Martinson, Rolette Senior) "I really
Graduation day is this Saturday in Rolette. So let's meet the top student in the senior class this year. Here's Alexa Martinson in our Student Spotlight. (Alexa Martinson, Rolette Senior) "I really
Monday, May 20 2013 6:22 PM EDT2013-05-20 22:22:53 GMT
The investigation continues into the fatal accident on Minot's southwest edge Thursday evening. A semi plowed into several vehicles stopped at a red light along the bypass, killing one person and injuring
The investigation continues into the fatal accident on Minot's southwest edge Thursday evening. A semi plowed into several vehicles stopped at a red light along the bypass, killing one person and injuring
Monday, May 20 2013 6:21 PM EDT2013-05-20 22:21:15 GMT
A barrage of rain for the past few days is dampening the chances of farmers likelihood of a full harvest. Minot is already over a full inch of rain higher than the May average, most of which has been
A barrage of rain for the past few days is dampening the chances of farmers likelihood of a full harvest. Minot is already over a full inch of rain higher than the May average, most of which has been
Monday, May 20 2013 6:19 PM EDT2013-05-20 22:19:40 GMT
The level of Lake Sakakawea has risen slightly in the past few days - as heavy rains run off into the lake. But the big lake is still about eight feet lower than it was one year ago. And that has left
The level of Lake Sakakawea has risen slightly in the past few days - as heavy rains run off into the lake. But the big lake is still about eight feet lower than it was one year ago. And that has left
Monday, May 20 2013 6:18 PM EDT2013-05-20 22:18:53 GMT
A bus traveling from Montana to Minnesota caught fire near Williston last night, forcing the passengers to scramble to safety. A company official says the Jefferson Lines bus had 20 people on board when
A bus traveling from Montana to Minnesota caught fire near Williston last night, forcing the passengers to scramble to safety. A company official says the Jefferson Lines bus had 20 people on board when