Variety
November 24, 2017
The Belmond Grand Hibernian is Ireland's first luxury train.

A luxury train tour of Ireland, from busy Belfast to historic Waterford

Like a party on wheels, the Belmond Grand Hibernian crisscrosses Ireland.
Variety
November 24, 2017
The Brooklyn Heights neighborhood offers a view of Manhattan.

Brooklyn hotels and bars tout Manhattan skyline views

Just across the bridge from Manhattan, Brooklyn beckons with new hotels, skyline panoramas and other perks.
Home & Garden
November 24, 2017
Simple touches such as artwork, candles and fresh towels can help to make a bathroom feel like a spa.

Want to rent out your home? 10 tips to make it stand out

A designer shares 10 tips, from staging to smart, affordable improvements.
Eat & Drink
November 24, 2017
Joakim Sternberg savored some champagne during a tasting at St. Genevieve in south Minneapolis.

Wine-loving Edina software geek wants to help you create 'great memories'

Swedish native's programs help diners see restaurant wine lists and collectors sort their bottles.
Home & Garden
November 24, 2017
"Property Brothers" Jonathan and Drew Scott extended their brand to furnishings.

'Property Brothers' branch out into furniture

Their new line blends the tastes of the two TV siblings, from art deco to midcentury modern.
Eat & Drink
November 24, 2017
Burch Steak and Pizza Bar.

10 former Star Tribune Restaurant of the Year winners to try

Revisit these gems.
Variety
November 24, 2017

How to keep an ailing pet quiet without going stir-crazy

How to keep your ailing animal quiet without going stir-crazy.
Variety
November 24, 2017

News of the Weird: Be kind to animals

Variety
November 24, 2017
The OTTAVA SC-C70 Premium Compact Stereo System sells for $999.

Sound Advice: Extra lenses for camera phones are the wrong number for some people

Variety
November 24, 2017

Details on a winter trip to Iceland

Variety
November 23, 2017
Como Dockside has indoor, outdoor, and pavilion seating. Photographed in St. Paul September 15, 2015. (Courtney Perry/Special to the Star Tribune)

After Como Dockside closing, St. Paul seeks ideas for pavilion's next vendor

St. Paul will hold an open house at 6 p.m. Monday to talk about Como facility.
Eat & Drink
November 23, 2017
Nancy Espinosa, of Urban Organics placed plants into their pods for growing, Friday, June 2, 2017 in St. Paul, MN. Pentair and Urban Organics opened a

Winter doesn't faze 87,000-square-foot aquaponics farm in St. Paul

Three-plus months after debuting in its new, vastly larger location, Urban Organics continues to expand.
Music
November 23, 2017

New low-watt south Minneapolis radio station 'like a walk through the neighborhood'

Programming on KRSM Southside Media Project (98.9 FM) will be as diverse as its community.
TV & Media
November 23, 2017
Adams Travel Photography/Mystic Lake Casino Comedian Chad Daniels, performing at Mystic Lake Casino in February.

Minnesota comic Chad Daniels makes his mark both at home and abroad

Chad Daniels hits the next level with an Acme documentary and a big homecoming gig.
Stage & Arts
November 23, 2017
The nuns of "Sister Act" with Regina Marie Williams playing 'Sister' Mary Clarence a.k.a. Deloris Van Cartier at center stood for a portrait in their

Nuns in Chanhassen's 'Sister Act' forge a true sisterhood

The nuns in Chanhassen's hit show have formed bonds that aren't just a matter of habit.
Variety
November 22, 2017

Weekend options: High-flying Cirque extravaganza

Music
November 22, 2017
The Cactus Blossoms perform Saturday at First Avenue.

Twin Cities concerts of the week: Cactus Blossoms, A Perfect Circle, Leo Kottke and more

The big gigs for Nov. 24-30, also including Melissa Manchester, Thomas Rhett and a memorial for American Head Charge bassist.
TV & Media
November 22, 2017
The band relax in their hotel room, Sweden, 1963. From ìThe Beatles: Eight Days a Week ó The Touring Years.î Credit: Courtesy of ©

TV picks for Nov. 24-26: Patty Hearst, 'Grammy's Greatest Stories,' 'Savage Kingdom: Uprising,' Beatles

Stage & Arts
November 22, 2017
Lenne Klingaman, Desi Oakley and Charity Angel Dawson in the National Tour of "Waitress." Photo by Joan Marcus

Theater spotlight: Fresh-baked Broadway musical 'Waitress' is at the Orpheum this week

Stage & Arts
November 22, 2017
"Untitled 2" by Teo Nguyen. Provided by Burnet Fine Art & Advisory

Art spotlight: "Habitue" at Burnet Fine Art

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