Sharyn Jackson
Reporter
Food and drinkA New Jersey native, Jackson moved to Minneapolis in 2014, when she joined the Star Tribune as a general assignment features writer. She was previously a news reporter for USA Today and the Des Moines Register, and an arts writer and editor at the Village Voice in New York City. She earned a Master of Science from Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism. Jackson is a leader of the Minnesota chapter of NLGJA - the Association of LGBTQ Journalists. She has won awards from the Society of Professional Journalists and the Association of Alternative Newsmedia, and is a Livingston Award finalist.
Latest from Sharyn Jackson
With its Latino customer base staying home, Mercado Central gets a lunchtime boost from retirement and church groups
The cooperative on Lake Street in Minneapolis has been a hub for Latino families until recently.
February 20, 2026
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Minnesota restaurants brace for a long recovery after ICE surge
With no official bailout on the horizon, the restaurant community tries to save itself.
February 18, 2026
Following ‘Phantom’: How one musical became a reason to travel
The enduring production shows where the arts can take us, from “Masquerade” in New York to Paris’ Palais Garnier to the current U.S. tour.
February 17, 2026
The 5 best things our food writers ate this week
Delectable Greek, Tibetan and Mexican bites, plus off-script pizza and snack finds.
February 13, 2026
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Our favorite chicken wings of the moment, just in time for the Super Bowl
Here are more than 30 of our favorite places serving up wings of all types and spice levels in the Twin Cities area — separated into categories for your snacking convenience.
February 8, 2026
The 5 best things our food writers ate this week
Thai and West African cuisine, Eat Street and sweet treats capped off a delicious week.
February 6, 2026
What’s it like to live in Minnesota right now? Life in the shadow of ICE.
We asked people how their lives have changed, or not changed.
February 3, 2026
12 great things our food writers ate on Nicollet Avenue this week
From Jamaican curries and Szechuan wontons to generous-sized margaritas and destination-worthy doughnuts, it’s called Eat Street for a reason.
January 30, 2026
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L.A.-inspired, organic cafe Parcelle adding a Wayzata location
Plus: A new red-sauce restaurant in Robbinsdale, and knafeh and all things sweet coming to the Mall of America.
January 27, 2026
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James Beard nods come at a time when chefs, restaurants have little to celebrate
Some of Minnesota’s best chefs are struggling to survive: “I would trade any possible accolade for peace of mind.”
January 23, 2026
The 5 best things our food writers ate this week
Our best bites included matcha tea cakes, birria stew, Jerusalem bagels, “potachos” and shaved ice treats we never knew we needed until now.
January 23, 2026
10 Minnesota chefs and restaurants named semifinalists for 2026 James Beard Awards
With recognition in major categories, the prestigious awards shine a light on local talent during a rough time for restaurants.
January 21, 2026
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