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Nissa Mitchell
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Musician, Writer, Designer—Shitposter. She/her.
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Do you ever find yourself thinking, “Man, I wish I could read about beer, but I’ll die if I go that long without gay ennui”? Well, I’m the Minneapolis-based beer writer for you.

Am I the best beer writer? No. Am I better than the beer writers for the Strib? Yes. Am I gay? Also yes. Duh. See above.
I've had some people ask me about my Chicken-Fried Seitan, and I'm too lazy to add it to my neglected recipe site, so here it is in a doc. It's a lot of work, and you need a food scale because I ain't no god damn son of a bitch, but it's well worth the investment. Love on a plate.
Emperial Chicken-Fried Seitan
Emperial Chicken-Fried Seitan Seitan Wet 350 ml “beef” broth 225 g high-protein tofu 120 g tomato paste 50 ml soy sauce 45 ml canola oil 25 g white miso paste 20 ml rum 15 ml liquid smoke Dry 450 g vi...
docs.google.com
November 29, 2025 at 3:05 AM
Will I see them two more times just for a bit? Yes. Yes I will.
Just realized I’ve only seen Thrice once. This has ruined my night.
November 29, 2025 at 1:36 AM
Just realized I’ve only seen Thrice once. This has ruined my night.
November 29, 2025 at 1:32 AM
Reposted by Nissa Mitchell
November 28, 2025 at 6:16 PM
Picking fights with middle-aged men:

Pearl Jam is just Dave Matthews Band for guys self-conscious about being called a “pussy.”

Dave Matthews Band is just Pearl Jam for pussies.
November 26, 2025 at 7:59 PM
Anyone have a non-traditional side that slaps? I’m serving country-fried seitan, garlic and lemon tofu cutlets, mashed potatoes, garlic green beans, and biscuits for a “Friendsgiving,” and I wonder if I could pull off one more side that’s more of a curveball.
November 25, 2025 at 2:05 AM
Everyone loves my caked up steaks.
November 23, 2025 at 7:55 PM
I’m frying up my from-scratch vegan chicken-fried seitan, and just landed on the phrase “mo battah, mo bettah.” We like things that are extra caked up in this house.
November 23, 2025 at 6:18 PM
The Cure is one of those bands where any cover done by competent musicians is going to be good, and some are just fantastic.
I’ve often called this song—“Just Like Heaven”—the finest single of the 80s and meant it. This cover’s arrangement only confirms it for me 💜🔥
November 22, 2025 at 7:46 PM
Reposted by Nissa Mitchell
Insane but true fact: making US roads as safe as Canadian, Australian, or European roads would save more lives than eliminating murder from the US.
November 21, 2025 at 3:01 AM
The MCBL is a labor of love. Please, help spread the love.
If you're in a position to be able to donate, please consider supporting our Give to the Max Day fundraiser.

Any amount helps as we work to scale our program in 2026. Our fleet is at least 4x larger than it was in spring of 2025, requiring more $ for secure bike storage, bike insurance & repairs.
Support the Mpls Cargo Bike Library on GiveMN
Park Tool is matching all donations up to $5,000! Help BikeMN reach our $15,000 goal.
www.givemn.org
November 20, 2025 at 8:38 PM
Reposted by Nissa Mitchell
The people want cargo bikes.

Help us ensure we have the resources to grow @mplscargobikelibrary.com sustainably in 2026!
If you're in a position to be able to donate, please consider supporting our Give to the Max Day fundraiser.

Any amount helps as we work to scale our program in 2026. Our fleet is at least 4x larger than it was in spring of 2025, requiring more $ for secure bike storage, bike insurance & repairs.
Support the Mpls Cargo Bike Library on GiveMN
Park Tool is matching all donations up to $5,000! Help BikeMN reach our $15,000 goal.
www.givemn.org
November 20, 2025 at 7:05 PM
Proposed New York Times Opinion Piece: “Trans Women Shouldn’t Be Allowed in Women’s Restrooms Because Their Male Bladders Are an Unfair Advantage in Pissing Contests.”
November 20, 2025 at 5:46 PM
The piece has been updated with EVEN. MORE. JOURNALISM. It turns out my email hates park board addresses, and a couple responses were in my spam (Cathy Abene, Meg Forney, and @olsenforparks.bsky.social).
I did a journalism for @racketmn.com in the name of democracy—crisp, malty, refreshing democracy. You can't get this sort of local flavor anywhere else.
Doin’ Beers: Municipally Endorsed Beers to Drink in November - Racket
Doin’ Hard-hitting Journalism Beers.
racketmn.com
November 19, 2025 at 9:33 PM
Reposted by Nissa Mitchell
when will the lesson finally get learned? #cloudflare
November 18, 2025 at 2:01 PM
I did a journalism for @racketmn.com in the name of democracy—crisp, malty, refreshing democracy. You can't get this sort of local flavor anywhere else.
Doin’ Beers: Municipally Endorsed Beers to Drink in November - Racket
Doin’ Hard-hitting Journalism Beers.
racketmn.com
November 18, 2025 at 4:15 PM
My election-edition of Doin' Beers for @racketmn.com is sitting at 2,671 words*. I am not paid by the word. Why must I be like this? Why must I be so committed to democracy?

*A substantial chunk of this is quotes, but still.
November 17, 2025 at 6:45 PM
Why didn’t anyone tell me about Hippo Pockets off 48th and Chicago? It’s amazing, and their waffle fries are ridiculously good.
November 14, 2025 at 12:29 AM
Listen—I make pretty okay sushi.
November 13, 2025 at 2:41 AM
I have favorite beers from Mayor Frey, Council Member Palmisano, three incoming Park Board Commisioners (Jason Garcia, Kedar Deshpande, and Daniel Engelhardt), and Steve Brandt. I have promises for a couple more, but I gotta say I'm a little bummed I don't have more yet!
I spent my evening advancing the cause of hard-hitting journalism by emailing everyone who won a municipal election in Minneapolis or St. Paul (25 people!) to ask them about their favorite Minnesota beer. The Strib can’t be trusted to do this. Only I can.
November 13, 2025 at 1:21 AM
24 hours out, I’ve only gotten statements from 4 electeds. DEMOCRACY DIES IN SILENCE.
I spent my evening advancing the cause of hard-hitting journalism by emailing everyone who won a municipal election in Minneapolis or St. Paul (25 people!) to ask them about their favorite Minnesota beer. The Strib can’t be trusted to do this. Only I can.
November 11, 2025 at 11:03 PM
I spent my evening advancing the cause of hard-hitting journalism by emailing everyone who won a municipal election in Minneapolis or St. Paul (25 people!) to ask them about their favorite Minnesota beer. The Strib can’t be trusted to do this. Only I can.
November 11, 2025 at 12:52 AM
Every time I try to Rick Roll someone, I end up watching the video all the way through. "Never Gonna Give You Up" is a banger, even if the video has issues.
November 10, 2025 at 9:43 PM
Does anyone want to know what various elected officials in Minneapolis and St Paul consider their favorite Minnesota beer? Asking for a friend.
November 8, 2025 at 1:11 AM
Starting a petition to add whether someone has ever pooped themselves (after being potty trained) to their passport. It’s a historical fact, and therefore not discriminatory.
November 6, 2025 at 10:40 PM