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Twin Cities chefs and bartenders unite to fight racism against Asian Americans
Minnesota Rice is a collective effort to raise awareness and money.
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3 Twin Cities dining destinations reopening after pandemic slumber
Surdyk's Sidebar, Sonder Shaker and Joan's in the Park are ready to be back in business.
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Remember the Embers? A look back at the local chain's start – and recent ending
After an influential 65-year run, Minnesota's longest-running homegrown restaurant chain has served its last Emberger Royal.
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Grill a chicken or turkey on this unique rack
Dishwasher-safe rack speeds cooking — and cleanup time.
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Cool herb salad and peanut-crusted pork chops a winning combination
A citrus-touched herb salad brings a bright balance to peanut-crusted pork chops.
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Use leftover bread to make 'Poor Man's Parmesan'
Leftover bread can be the main attraction when seasoned and toasted.
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From cocktails to kombucha, 4 new beverages from Twin Cities makers
Local beverage makers have been busy roasting, brewing and creating.
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Longtime Twin Cities chef Hector Ruiz is changing his restaurants with the times
He was named the Star Tribune's Titan of the Year in 2019. Then the pandemic hit.
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Check out these 5 new Twin Cities area restaurants
Get your fix for roast beef, tacos, pizza, sushi and more.
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5 best things our food writers ate in the Twin Cities this week
Taste editor Nicole Hvidsten and restaurant critic Rick Nelson highlight the favorites of their weekly dining experiences.
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Restaurant roll call: Even amid closings, new restaurants are springing to life
What's open, what's closed and what's still to come in the Twin Cities and beyond.
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Crave owners reviving Butcher & the Boar in downtown Minneapolis
The Butcher's Tale, led by several key Butcher & the Boar staffers, will open next month.
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Let sheet pans be your savior for quick, easy meals
Sheet pans might not be glamorous, but you shouldn't be without one.
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Roasting vegetables is key to this springtime soup
Use cauliflower — or any vegetable — as the base for a meal that takes the chill off spring.
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These 11 hops-heavy beers make good springtime sippers
Change of seasons calls for a crisp, bitter bite and citrus, resin and tropical fruit flavors.
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14 indoor and outdoor restaurant openings in the Twin Cities and beyond
Slowly, but surely, the dining industry is showing signs of normalcy as doors open.
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It's National Twinkies Day: Go ahead and treat yourself
Buy a local version of the snack cakes — or even make your own.
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Two Tilia vets plan to open Spanish restaurant in former Noodles & Co. in Minnetonka
Chicken- and pork-centric Toma Mojo Grill will focus on Spanish and Portuguese fare.
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Only 24-hour restaurant in Mpls. is adding a cabaret
The Nicollet Diner is relocating to the former Ichiban at Nicollet Mall and Grant Street in downtown Minneapolis.
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Chef Yia Vang on why he won't change his father's Hmong sausage recipe — no matter who asks
Chef Yia Vang penned a powerful essay on preserving his family heritage with his cooking.
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3 simple and delicious plant-based recipes to add to your rotation
Recipes: Cavatappi With Pesto and White Beans, Red Lentil Soup With Spring Vegetables, Carrot Hummus Tartine With Pickled Beets
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4 cookbooks to build a repertoire of tasty, meatless meals
Whatever your tastes, cookbooks can help guide your culinary adventures. Try these recent meatless additions.
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