Eat & Drink
August 16, 2019
The screen porch at the Zumbro Cafe in Minneapolis.

Relish summer at these 4 Twin Cities outdoor dining oases

Looking to make the most of summer with a spot to dine al fresco? Here are four great spots with great food.
Eat & Drink
August 15, 2019
A rendering of Graze Provisions and Libations.

What to expect at Graze, the new North Loop food hall opening soon

Originally scheduled to open last week, it's now set to debut next month.
Eat & Drink
August 15, 2019
Mark and Pattie Björnson at their winery in Oregon's Willamette Valley.

Vineyard started with banter at U: 'Look me up when you want to get married'

Pattie and Mark Björnson met in business school. Now they have four children and thousands of vines in Oregon's Willamette Valley.
Eat & Drink
August 15, 2019
The secret flavor of Star Tribune's State Fair lip balm is ...

The secret flavor of Star Tribune's State Fair lip balm is ...

The popular freebie from the Star Tribune is available at its booth at the Minnesota State Fair.
Taste
August 14, 2019
Robin Asbell, Special to the Star Tribune
Marinated Grilled Zucchini and Yellow Squash Over Quinoa Salad

Grill vegetables first, then marinate

Make extra helpings in anticipation of another meal.
Taste
August 14, 2019
Summer's Freshest Tomato Sauce

A quick sauce from barely cooked fresh tomatoes

Make the most of your freshly picked tomatoes; save some for the freezer for later.
Eat & Drink
August 14, 2019
Lemon Peach Pound Cake

This cookbook dedicated to peaches is a summer essential

Minneapolis photographer Eliesa Johnson makes "The Peach Truck Cookbook" look good enough to eat.
Taste
August 14, 2019
Meredith Deeds, Special to the Star Tribune
Chicken BLT Panzanella

A twist on a favorite Italian salad, panzanella

How do you upgrade the traditional panzanella (bread salad)? Add some good ol' BLT (and chicken).
Variety
August 14, 2019
Marjorie Johnson sits in front of her birthday cake. Johnson, who allows herself 150 calories of sweets per day, enjoyed a tiny slice with coffee.

Marjorie Johnson, state's most famous baker, turns 100 and keeps on sifting

Hale and hearty, Johnson keeps house in the same Robbinsdale split level she and her husband bought in 1968.
Eat & Drink
August 14, 2019
Keg & Case Market in St. Paul

7 new vendors join St. Paul's popular Keg & Case market

The new vendors are joining anchor tenants Five Watt Coffee, Sweet Science Ice Cream, Revival Smoked Meats and In Bloom.
Eat & Drink
August 13, 2019
Izzy's Ice Cream is expanding its supermarket reach -- and being made in Madison, Wisconsin. (Provided, Kelly Zelna)

Minnesota-based Izzy's ice cream is now made in — gasp! — Wisconsin

Izzy's takes production to Wisconsin in push to become regional brand.
Local
August 11, 2019
Meme Hoes, 4, of Minneapolis waited her turn for an ear of corn at the Farm to School community barbecue at the Minneapolis Public Schools Culinary an

Minnesota seeks applicants for "Farm to School" grants

Districts have used the funds to outfit kitchens with on-site cooking equipment and tools.
Eat & Drink
August 10, 2019
Salt, Sugar and Dill-Cured Salmon

Recipe: Salt, Sugar and Dill-Cured Salmon

Eat & Drink
August 10, 2019
Jon Wipfli, chef/owner of Animales Barbeque Co. in northeast Minneapolis, fashions imaginative recipes that extend trout, sturgeon, salmon, walleye an

Northeast BBQ chef shares best tips for cooking fresh fish in new book

A new cookbook by Twin Cities chef Jon Wipfli offers dynamic, delicious approaches to familiar freshwater fish.
Music
August 9, 2019
Nirmala Rajasekhar leads practice with her veena. ] MARK VANCLEAVE ¥ Musician and composer Nirmala Rajasekhar held a practice session for her stu

Four artists from India who made their mark on Minnesota

In honor of India's Independence Day, a look at four Minnesotans who changed the culture here.
Eat & Drink
August 9, 2019
The dinner table for the Farm Supper by Wise Acre Eatery.

Mark your calendars for these 3 Twin Cities dining events

Here's where you can celebrate summer's bounty.
Eat & Drink
August 7, 2019
Take a trip around the world -- by tasting wine.

Try a wine taste test by geography

How does a New Zealand sauvignon blanc differ from one from California? It's simple to find out.
Eat & Drink
August 7, 2019
The "Baller Bacon" comes with shears so you can cut the thick bacon strip into shareable pieces.

Bacon Social House, a bacon-themed bar and restaurant, opens Friday in downtown Minneapolis

The Denver-based restaurant is opening its first location in Minnesota.
Taste
August 7, 2019
Chanterelles and other foraged goodies take center stage at the Northern Foragers Dinner.

Common Roots Cafe offers happy hour with food-friendly discussion

Plus three other food events to consider.
Taste
August 7, 2019
Tomato, Olive and Asiago Broil Sandwich.

Sunday Supper: Tomato, Olive and Asiago Broil Sandwich

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