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October 27, 2021
Mini Pumpkin Pie Gravestones is among the 80 recipes in “Spooky Food.”

6 recipes that will put fright into your Halloween night

From a kid-friendly dinner and blondies to cocktails and crostini, make the holiday fun for everyone.
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October 27, 2021
Sausage, onion and apple scramble. Mette Nielsen, Special to the Star Tribune

Sausage and apples are a match made in fall-cooking heaven

Simple ingredients and a simple recipe make for a quick fall meal.
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October 27, 2021
The I Know What You Did Insane Shake at Sugar Factory.

6 tasty ways to celebrate Halloween in the Twin Cities

Choose your own adventures, from kid-friendly events to special cocktails and milkshakes.
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October 27, 2021
Pork and Lemongrass Meatball Lettuce Wraps. Meredith Deeds, Special to the Star Tribune

Meatball lettuce wraps are packed with flavor

The art of balancing sweet, salty, spicy and bitter flavors is perfected in Southeast Asian cuisine.
Taste
October 22, 2021

New Minneapolis pizza-by-the-slice shop damaged by fire

Slice, on E. Hennepin Avenue, is temporarily closed while repairing damage from an exterior fire.
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October 22, 2021
Tenderloin sliders at Sidecar at the Tap.

The 5 best things our food writers ate in the Twin Cities area this week

Our food writers share the highlights of their weekly dining experiences.
Variety
October 22, 2021

Are these Twin Cities area restaurants haunted? Owners call in ghost hunters

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October 22, 2021
Before Tim Niver opened Trattoria Mucci in the former Mevyn, he hired Great Tree Healing to conduct a “clearing” of negative energy.

9 Minnesota restaurants some say are haunted

From confirmed investigations to local lore, dine at your own risk at these places.
Taste
October 22, 2021
Are these Twin Cities area restaurants haunted? Owners call in ghost hunters

Are these Twin Cities area restaurants haunted? Owners call in ghost hunters

From a long-gone chef who won't leave the dining room to basement portals, these spooky stories give a new meaning to "ghost kitchens."
Taste
October 20, 2021
Chef Josh Hedquist will open a third location of Joey Meatballs in Rosedale’s Potluck food hall.

Rosedale's Potluck food hall announces lineup changes

Joey Meatballs opening third location; Justin Sutherland-backed concepts are out.
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October 20, 2021
Chef Yia Vang’s Union Hmong Kitchen found a permanent home in Graze Provisions and Libations food hall.

Changes to 5 Twin Cities area restaurants you should know about

Union Hmong Kitchen lands a permanent home, and it's last call for boozy shakes in Minnetonka.
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October 20, 2021
Chef Ann Ahmed's third restaurant, Khaluna, is now open in Minneapolis and will feature traditional Laotian food. Sharyn Jackson, Star Tribune

Khâluna, the new Minneapolis restaurant from chef Ann Ahmed, is now open

The airy space includes a market and room for classes and private dining.
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October 20, 2021
The Southside Aces play the Dakota music club on October 8, 2021. Sharyn Jackson, Star Tribune

First look: After 18 months, the Dakota in downtown Minneapolis is back with a new menu

Chef Remy Pettus is behind the new Southern-style menu at the storied music club.
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October 20, 2021
Photo by Meredith Deeds, Special to the Star Tribune. Celebrate Octoberfest with Creamy Kielbasa, Caramelized Onion and Gruyére Pasta.

Creamy pasta gives a nod to flavors of Oktoberfest

With a combination of sausage, mustard and cheese, all that's missing is the beer.
Taste
October 20, 2021
Photo by Mette Nielsen, Special to the Star Tribune. In fall, squash deservedly gets all the vegetable attention.

Squashes are the versatile belle of the fall ball

There are several varieties, and all are good in both savory and sweet dishes — or just eaten straight from the roasting pan.
Taste
October 20, 2021

First look: After 18 months, the Dakota in downtown Minneapolis is back with a new menu

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October 15, 2021
Kieran Folliard recently launched his new Irish whiskey, Red Locks. It’s only available in Minnesota — for now.

Impresario Kieran Folliard returns to his roots with a new Irish whiskey

Red Locks Whiskey is the latest act for the Ireland-born food-and-drink entrepreneur.
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October 15, 2021
The “Maid Rite” at Dakota Junction in Mound is an affectionate tribute to that Iowa culinary classic, the loose-meat sandwich.

5 more Minnesota, Wisconsin restaurants to try while peeping autumn leaves

Consider it your treat for working up an appetite while hiking.
Taste
October 15, 2021
‘Better Than a Bagel’ pizza at Margie’s Kitchen + Cocktails

The 5 best things our food writers ate in the Twin Cities area this week

Our food writers share the highlights of their weekly dining experiences.
October 13, 2021
Summit Brewing is celebrating 35 years with a daylong party.

5 food and drink events in the Twin Cities for your weekend calendar

From celebrating fall to haunted restaurants, October is a busy month.

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