Eat & Drink
May 29, 2019

Spanish white wines offer good flavor, good prices

From albariño to Rioja Blancos, the wines are pleasing for both mealtime and casual sipping.
Taste
May 29, 2019
Slow-cooker barbacoa

Slow cooker barbacoa is an easy recipe you'll use all summer long

Use the seasoned meat in a variety of possible dishes: buns, tacos, even a salad.
Eat & Drink
May 29, 2019
CARLOS GONZALEZ ¥ cgonzalez@startribune.com July 1, 2010 Ð Edina, Minn Ð New farmers markets are opening in Edina and Richfield this we

From Elk River to Woodbury, more farmers markets to open soon

Eat & Drink
May 29, 2019
Centro at Popol Vuh has a relaxed vibe and full bar.]Restaurant review: Popol Vuh and Centro, two exciting additions to NE Mpls, under one roof, and t

A Mayan myth translated into a meal at Popol Vuh in Minneapolis

Taste
May 29, 2019
Robin Asbell, Special to the Star Tribune
Miso Soup.

The magic of miso for meatless cooks

Dried mushrooms and kombu replace bonito flakes in the broth.
Taste
May 29, 2019
Rye Berry Salad

Change up your salad to whole-grain rye berries

Rye berries offer a satisfying — and substantial — salad base.
Eat & Drink
May 29, 2019
Marla's will close at the end of June.

Spicy food mecca Marla's Caribbean Cuisine will close at the end of June

Variety
May 26, 2019
Baker Danny "Klecko" McGleno, who has become a prolific poet, and latest book focuses on the hispanic workers who were part of crew at Saint Agnes Bak

Twin Cities baker turns poet: 'Baking saved me from being incarcerated'

A longtime baker reflects on immigration and the sometimes tumultuous world of the hospitality industry.
Variety
May 25, 2019

Wine of the Week: Rutherford Ranch Napa Chardonnay 2017

Eat & Drink
May 24, 2019
Burger Friday: Try this old-school cheeseburger at Annie's Parlour in Dinkytown

Burger Friday: Try this old-school cheeseburger at Annie's Parlour in Dinkytown

A U of M campus institution since the mid-1970s, Annie's also turns out memorable fries and malts.
Eat & Drink
May 23, 2019
Blondies with optional coconut, adapted from”Genius Desserts,” are a fresh, easy-to-prepare take on the picnic staple.

Recipes: Blondies, Salted Vanilla Bean Shortbread Bars, Oatmeal-Jam Bars, Apricot Coconut Squares

Eat & Drink
May 22, 2019
Oatmeal-Jam Bars from Better Homes & Gardens.

4 dessert bars tailor-made for summer fun

Bars are often easier to prepare than cookies, and they're just as delicious.
Taste
May 22, 2019
Buttermilk and Rosemary brined chicken "Reprinted from Martha Stewart's Grilling: 125+ Recipes for Gatherings Large and Small. Copyright © 2019 by Ma

Step up your grilling repertoire in time for cookout season

Variety
May 22, 2019
The big cookbooks of the year: "Cocktail Codex" was tops on the James Beard Foundation's list; "Season" was named book of the year by the IACP. Christ

The 30 best cookbooks of the year

There are plenty of ideas for mealtime cooking in these terrific volumes.
Eat & Drink
May 22, 2019
The Fitz is a new pizzeria in St. Paul's Cathedral Hill.

A new pizzeria for St. Paul's Cathedral Hill, now open

The former Fitzgerald's is now the Fitz after a redo by "Top Chef" contestant Justin Sutherland.
Taste
May 22, 2019
Meredith Deeds, Special to the Star Tribune
Pork Peanut Meatball Rice Bowls

A meatball rice bowl with Thai flavors serves up easy dinner

The secret ingredient to this dish is the flavor bomb of fish sauce.
Taste
May 22, 2019
Mette Nielsen, Special to the Star Tribune
Pan-seared steak can be a good substitute for grilling.

Can't grill your steaks? Pan-roast them instead

Bring out the steaks, sear them in cast iron and finish in the oven.
Eat & Drink
May 20, 2019
Wafels & Dinges' new location at Mall of America will open later this year. ORG XMIT: iulp4mIBnYNfJhFfJkeB

Belgian waffle truck to open store at Mall of America

Wafels & Dinges will be the latest MoA outpost of an East Coast food business.
Eat & Drink
May 20, 2019
Twin Cities farmers markets now open or opening soon

Twin Cities farmers markets now open or opening soon

More will open in late June and early July.
Eat & Drink
May 18, 2019
The open kitchen of Demi during service Wednesday night.

Here's why you should spend $200 for dinner at Demi in North Loop of Minneapolis

At 20-seat tasting-menu spot Demi in the North Loop, chef Gavin Kaysen sets new standards for Twin Cities dining.

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