St. Paul
January 5, 2017
Chef Roberto Sanchez cooked up a falafel in the kitchen of Alimama's Mediterranean Grill, which would have to change some of its material with the pro

St. Paul looks to ban food packaging that can't be recycled, composted

If city leaders approve the rule, St. Paul would give businesses a year to implement the changes, an official said.
Taste
January 4, 2017

Chill out with chili

Eat & Drink
January 4, 2017
Bent Paddle Brewing Co. Cold Press Black: Coffee with beer overtones? Or beer with coffee overtones? You decide.

Coffee with beer overtones? Or beer with coffee overtones?

Those who love good coffee often also favor high-quality beer. For those who savor both, coffee beers offer a heavenly match.
Variety
January 4, 2017
French Onion and Mushroom Soup.

French onion soup serves up winter in a bowl – and you should make it yourself

Mushrooms and chicken broth add a flavorful twist to the traditional dish.
Taste
January 4, 2017
Lamb meatballs glazed in chile pepper jelly.

Meatballs can speak with an accent

Whether for a family dinner or a big gathering, there's always a place at the table for these gems.
Taste
January 4, 2017
Spiced Oranges With Greek Yogurt

Oranges brighten up winter meals

Whether it's dessert or a main course, citrus adds some pizazz to our seasonal meals.
Eat & Drink
January 4, 2017
Nighthawks in Minneapolis.

Without star chef, where do hot Mpls. restaurants Nighthawks, Birdie go from here?

Taste
January 4, 2017
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Marketing specialist Kelly McManus and food scientist Jeff Casper are co-proprieters of Dumpling & Strand. They sell most of t

Noodling around with Dumpling and Strand

Fresh noodles, in curious shapes, are ready for your dinner table thanks to Dumpling & Strand.
Eat & Drink
January 3, 2017
Reopening of St. Paul's famous Lexington restaurant inches closer

Reopening of St. Paul's famous Lexington restaurant inches closer

Construction woes have delayed the project but reps insist an opening is still coming.
Eat & Drink
December 31, 2016

Wine of the Week: 2014 Bisceglia Aglianico del Vulture

Taste
December 31, 2016

Sunday Supper: Chicken Mushroom Soup

Eat & Drink
December 30, 2016
The Swedish meatballs at Upton 43.

What were the top 10 Twin Cities restaurant dishes of 2016?

Critic Rick Nelson looks back at the year's most impressive fare, one dish at a time.
Variety
December 30, 2016
Champagne and Sparkling Wine photographed at Solo Vino, 517 Selby Ave., St Paul ] GLEN STUBBE * gstubbe@startribune.com Tuesday, December 20, 2016 Cha

Champagne 101: How to choose your sparkler

Here is all you need to know about the bubbles that appear on New Year's.
Eat & Drink
December 30, 2016
Glam Doll donuts mac n cheese interior.

Mac 'n' cheese doughnut at Glam Doll's new Mpls. location is internet sensation

Glam Doll's new "food porn" hit — a mac 'n' cheese-filled doughnut — has received thousands of shares on social media.
Eat & Drink
December 30, 2016
New craft distillery eyeing debut in St. Louis Park

New craft distillery eyeing debut in St. Louis Park

Copperwing is expecting a February opening.
Eat & Drink
December 29, 2016
From the Strib's archives: images of Al's Breakfast

From the Strib's archives: images of Al's Breakfast

Yes, there really was an Al. Get a quick peek into the past at this 66-year-old Dinkytown a.m. institution.
Eat & Drink
December 29, 2016
18 Twin Cities restaurant party picks for New Year's Eve shenanigans

18 Twin Cities restaurant party picks for New Year's Eve shenanigans

No plans yet? Never fear. These buzzy spots are pulling out all the stops -- lobster, prime rib, and all the bubbles your body can handle.
Taste
December 29, 2016

Serve up quick appetizers for your New Year's gathering

Keep the preparations easy for the last party of the year.
Taste
December 29, 2016
Cheddar Pork Burger with Apple Slaw

Looking for a flavorful burger? Ethnic ingredients spice up ground pork

Ground pork combines well with a variety of flavor combinations.
Variety
December 28, 2016

Spoon Optional soups keep mealtime portable

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