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The 10 most anticipated Twin Cities area restaurants of 2022
Our food writers predict pizza, great wine and good times at these highly anticipated new restaurants.
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COVID concerns force Twin Cities restaurants to cut holiday season short
A typically festive New Year's Eve turned into another blow for restaurants as they temporarily closed.
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Take the chill off with these 12 winter soup recipes from the Star Tribune's archives
Cold snaps mean soup kettles are out in full force, and we have delicious, easy-to-prepare recipes for all tastes.
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Fhima family plans restaurant complex at Ribnick Furs site in Minneapolis
Longtime restaurateur David Fhima is planning a restaurant, event center and speakeasy at the Ribnick Furs location.
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Kick off 2022 with a New Year's Day brunch at these Twin Cities restaurants
Six hangover-busting, couch-snuggling, fortifying brunches fit for every kind of reveler.
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Minneapolis' only cat cafe is bringing kitty cuddles to New Hope
Uptown's unique cat rescue/coffee shop will open a second, larger location.
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7 cocktail recipes that add a twist to your New Year's celebration
The night doesn't have to be all about bubbly. Try a tropical punch, espresso martinis or another new concoction.
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6 Twin Cities area restaurants serving the best fresh oysters right now
Flown in directly from the coast, these briny bites are an ideal way to kick off the new year.
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Let citrus make your New Year's shine
After heavy holiday fare, a salad with loads of citrus can be a welcome change.
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A new take on shrimp for an ultimate party-friendly appetizer
Seasoned, pan-seared shrimp can also double as a quick main dish.
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Here are the 10 most popular recipes from the Taste section in 2021
From cookies to chili condiments, these were the food stories and recipes that captured the interest of Star Tribune readers over the past 12 months.
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Ring in 2022 by baking cardamom buns, or buy them from these 6 bakeries
The Swedish treat is worth mastering the twist.
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6 appetizer recipes that will make your party the tastiest
Delicious doesn't always have to mean complex.
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Bread, bacon and gooey cheese combine to make an over-the-top holiday appetizer
Half bread, half hot cheese dip, this dish is perfect for entertaining.
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Looking to branch out from hard seltzer? Food-friendly Lambrusco wine is cool again
Fans of hard seltzers should try this affordable wine, which comes in a variety of price points and levels of sweetness.
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PinKU in Minneapolis is closing after New Year's Eve blowout
Plus, stuffed turkey legs at Midtown Global and basketball fans get a food upgrade.
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6 restaurants at the heart of their Twin Cities area neighborhoods
Diners benefited from a rise of home-away-from-home restaurants across the Twin Cities area.
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Our best Minnesota dining experiences of 2021
From old favorites to new places, dining out had a deeper meaning after a rocky 2020. Our food writers share their best moments.
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5 places changing the spirits conversation in the Twin Cities
These spots are laser-focused on specialty spirits.
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