Taste
October 10, 2018
Braised Spinach With Persian Spices. Photo by Mette Nielsen * Special to the Star Tribune

Braised spinach with spices warms up dinner

The vegetable can be stored in the refrigerator for a couple of days.
Eat & Drink
October 10, 2018
Alaskan Salmon: Credit-USFWS/Togiak National Wildlife Refuge

140 Twin Cities chefs join effort to promote sustainable seafood this month

The James Beard Foundation is calling on chefs to help change the way Americans consume seafood. Twin Cities chefs have signed on, in huge numbers.
Taste
October 10, 2018
Beef Bourguignon. Photo by Meredith Deeds * Special to the Star Tribune

Cold weather suits the classic dish of beef bourguignon

Start with meat that's cut in uniform pieces, then brown it carefully.
Eat & Drink
October 7, 2018
Karyn Tomlinson of Corner Table in Minneapolis.

Minneapolis chef crowned 'Queen of Pork' at prestigious Cochon555 contest

With the help of a pig raised in Elgin, Minn., Corner Table chef Karyn Tomlinson is now culinary royalty.
Eat & Drink
October 6, 2018

Wine of the Week: Galodoro Tinto Lisboa 2015

Taste
October 6, 2018
Chicken meat with vegetable in bowl stir fry on wok on concrete background

Sunday Supper: Roasted Chicken Stir-Fry

Eat & Drink
October 5, 2018
brisket bowl

Sweet Chow proves North Loop is still home to more great restaurants

Sweet Chow packages lively Asian flavors into a quick, convenient and approachable neighborhood setting.
Eat & Drink
October 5, 2018
Burger Friday: Surly sells 1,000 cheeseburgers a week. Here's why.

Burger Friday: Surly sells 1,000 cheeseburgers a week. Here's why.

Chef Ben Peine isn't willing to sit back on his beer-and-burgers laurels. Instead, he's turning out a double-patty reason to visit this destination brewery.
Eat & Drink
October 4, 2018
The old Schmidt's Brewery has been converted into an apartment complex, although the exterior was restored to keep the authentic look.. ] ALEX KORMANN

Former St. Paul beer master tells hidden history of old Schmidt Brewery

As Schmidt Brewery is being restored to its former glory, one man never lost sight of the building's ancestry, and he gladly shares its secrets.
Eat & Drink
October 4, 2018
A Vodskey bottle beside a "Copper Mule," made with Vodskey, fresh lime juice and Fever Tree ginger beer, as well as a "Wing in a Sling," back, with Vo

3 Minnesota distilleries concocting whiskey with bold new flavor profiles

Eat & Drink
October 4, 2018
Magazine popcorn feature.
BRIAN PETERSON ï brian.peterson@startribune.com
Minneapolis, MN 08/08/2018

Some of Minnesota's best popcorn comes from this organic family farm

Variety
October 4, 2018
Mocha Cappuccino Cookies from the 2017 cookie contest are a favorite. The deadline to enter the 2018 competition is noon on Friday, Oct. 19.

Deadline for the Star Tribune Holiday Cookie Contest is noon Oct. 19

We need you to help us continue a happy holiday tradition.
Eat & Drink
October 4, 2018
5 unexpected new foods to try in Minnesota Wild suites

5 unexpected new foods to try in Minnesota Wild suites

Lobster and osso bucco aren't your typical arena fare.
Eat & Drink
October 4, 2018
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Traditional hard cider comes from centuries-old British orchards.

For a taste of olde England, try its cider

The traditional beverage, made with pressed apples, comes from centuries-old orchards. Several brands are available in the Twin Cities and beyond.
Eat & Drink
October 4, 2018
Kim Bartmann looked for a spot to set her teapot after a morning meeting at Barbette.

How Kim Bartmann became the Twin Cities' most unapologetic restaurateur

For three decades, she's remained relevant in a changing industry, now overseeing 10 different restaurants.
Taste
October 3, 2018

Taste section wins 2nd place in national competition

Taste
October 3, 2018

Recipe: Braised Chicken With Orange and Olives

Variety
October 3, 2018
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instant espresso powder in wooden spoon.

Beyond the coffeepot: the magic of espresso powder

Perk up cookies, muffins and savory dishes with coffee flavor.
Taste
October 3, 2018

From sauce to salad, local pears offer both sweet and savory flavors

The versatile fruit finds a spot at the table in many variations.
Taste
October 3, 2018
Credit: Robin Asbell
Meatless meals: Pumpkin Spice Chili

Pumpkin spice and chili makes a bowlful of flavor

The warming spices work well in a savory dish.

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