Music
February 1, 2023
Beyoncé appeared at the 63rd annual Grammy Awards in Los Angeles on March 14, 2021.

At last, Beyoncé announces Renaissance Tour with July 20 date in Minneapolis

Her outdoor show at Huntington Bank Stadium will be sold through Ticketmaster's Verified Fan program, same as the much-maligned Taylor Swift tour.
Variety
February 1, 2023

Ask Amy: Rocky stretch took toll on marriage

Music
February 1, 2023
Country music legend Willie Nelson is a first-time nominee for the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame

Our critic handicaps the 14 new Rock & Roll Hall of Fame nominees

The top finalists include Willie Nelson, the White Stripes, George Michael, Missy Elliott and Sheryl Crow.
Taste
February 1, 2023
Provided: The youth-run Green Garden Bakery has begun training in its new commerical kitchen.

Youth-run Green Garden Bakery in Minneapolis serves up vegan treats

Green Garden Bakery is making desserts for all diets while giving back to the neighborhood.
Stage & Arts
February 1, 2023
Regina Marie Williams stars in “Hello, Dolly!” at Theater Latté Da.

Theater Latté Da's 'Hello, Dolly!' centers the Black people the show usually ignores

Regina Marie Williams plays the matchmaker, a more generous character than you may recall.
Recipes
February 1, 2023
In the kitchen, sometimes low and slow is the way to go.

From dinner to dessert, slow cookers can be a cook's best friend

As we rush through another week of preparing meals, call on the trusted appliance to lend a hand.
Recipes
February 1, 2023
Tuscan Beef and Black Pepper Stew is a simple but classic Italian dish. Recipe and photo by Meredith Deeds, Special to the Star Tribune.

Classic Tuscan beef stew is a simple way to get a hearty dinner on the table

The flavors, including healthy doses of black pepper, garlic and wine, come together during a long braise in the oven.
Recipes
February 1, 2023
Barley Soup with Mushrooms and Root Vegetables. Recipe by Beth Dooley, photo by Mette Nielsen, Special to the Star Tribune

Satisfying barley-vegetable soup is a meal in a bowl

Employing whole grains and tender root vegetables, use this recipe as the start of your own comforting creation.
Music
February 1, 2023
Ana Popovic brings her guitar back to the Dakota

The big gigs: 9 concerts to see in the Twin Cities this week

Highlights for Feb. 1-8 include Ana Popovic, Umphrey's McGee, Erik Koskinen, Bush and Bad Bad Hats.
TV & Media
February 1, 2023
The 18 new “Survivor” contestants include three with Minnesota roots.

3 Minnesota natives will compete in the next season of 'Survivor'

The new season starts March 1.
Eat & Drink
February 1, 2023
Provided: A sample of barrel-aged beer from Town Hall Brewery.

How a Minneapolis brewery built its barrel-aged program into one of the best

Town Hall Brewery will soon celebrate Barrel-Aged Week.
Duluth
January 31, 2023
Ely’s Historic State Theater is the home of the new End of the Road Film Festival, beginning Thursday.

Ely's End of the Road Film Festival debuts amid 'buzz' over independent films

The four-day event beginning Feb. 9 coincides with the annual Ely Winter Festival.
Home & Garden
January 31, 2023

7 inexpensive or free ways to create a more organized closet

Stage & Arts
January 31, 2023
Choreographer Ashwini Ramaswamy brought together a team of dancers and choreographers for “Invisible Cities,” part of the Great Northern Festival.

Review: Images, dance meld in Great Northern Festival performance

Ashwini Ramaswamy spearheaded the choreography.
Variety
January 31, 2023
Imelda Staunton played Queen Elizabeth in Season 5 of “The Crown.”

Truth be told, it often isn't

Based-on-a-true story dramas often include grandiose fabrications.
Variety
January 31, 2023

Can a Brita filter make cheap booze taste better?

A Twin Cities bartender helps us find out if the TikTok trend is a brilliant hack or all hype.
January 31, 2023

At American Swedish Institute, glass becomes a meditative experience

Stage & Arts
January 31, 2023
At American Swedish Institute, glass becomes a meditative experience

At American Swedish Institute, glass becomes a meditative experience

Artist Jo Andersson's work is the starting point for a tour through Swedish glass art from the 20th century to today.
Home & Garden
January 31, 2023
Female cardinals in a snowstorm.Jim Williams photo

Some tips for making bird feeding enjoyable for you — and the birds

Here's how to get started.
January 31, 2023

Some tips for making bird feeding enjoyable for you — and the birds

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