Rick Nelson

Columnist/Reporter | Dining and Food
Phone: 612-673-4757
Rick Nelson is a restaurant critic and food writer, and he and Claude Peck are the "RN" and "CP," respectively, of Withering Glance, a Sunday column in variety. He also blogs with Lee Svitak Dean in a food blog, Table Talk.

Recent content from Rick Nelson

Need tips on tipping?

Etiquette experts weigh in on the ins and outs of restaurant gratuities -- a necessary cost of dining out and an opportunity to express gratitude for a job well done.

Updated: February 08, 2012, - 03:38 PM

Counter intelligence: Making a last-minute Valentine's Day plan

Procrastinators, rejoice; it's not too late to nail down Valentine's Day dining plans. Plus, out-of-the-box places to get sweets for your sweetie.

Updated: February 08, 2012, - 03:11 PM

Lowry Hill deli gets diners talking

Is Rye the dream come true for deli-starved locals? It depends. But it's worth a visit.

Updated: February 06, 2012, - 09:24 AM

Withering Glance: Goodbye, Mr. Ballet, and other teachers

Rick Nelson and Claude Peck dispense unasked-for advice about clothing, etiquette, culture, relationships, grooming and more.

Updated: February 04, 2012, - 02:40 PM

3 Valentine's dining options

These dining suggestions are sure to fit the bill for you and your sweetheart.

Updated: February 04, 2012, - 02:39 PM

Counter intelligence: Improved, new on Hennepin Av.

Tao Natural Foods gets a retooling. Plus Stewart and Heidi Woodman branching out with Birdhouse.

Updated: February 02, 2012, - 02:38 PM

Restaurants: Dig into Rye Deli

Despite some haters, Rye, in Lowry Hill, is worth a visit.

Updated: February 02, 2012, - 08:30 AM

Soup club has vegetarian delights

You'll want to stock your freezer with this hearty offerings.

Updated: February 01, 2012, - 03:54 PM

Late-night dining: Stay out and eat

Dining suggestions sure to fit the bill for those who are out late.

Updated: January 28, 2012, - 02:26 PM

Withering Glance: Tweeting our way to the top

Rick Nelson and Claude Peck dispense unasked-for advice about clothing, etiquette, culture, relationships, grooming and more.

Updated: January 28, 2012, - 02:26 PM

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