Recent content from Lee Svitak Dean
On the Laura Ingalls homestead in South Dakota, a modern family survives the night in a covered wagon
Adventure and history showcase the homestead of children's author Laura Ingalls Wilder.
Minnesota's most prolific cookbook author is the authority on casseroles
Beatrice Ojakangas' "The Best Casserole Cookbook Ever" has been reissued, and it's just as tasty.
Book highlights 7 immigrant women who changed the way Americans see food
The author looks at our culinary past and asks, who does history remember? Not every cook gets equal billing, and that especially relates to women.
Review: 'Finding Freedom,' by Erin French
Finding FreedomBy Erin French. (Celadon Books, 304 pages, $28.)This account from Erin French, the owner/cook of the Lost Kitchen restaurant in Freedom, Maine, may be…
Marcus Samuelsson's latest book celebrates Black food and the chefs who make it
In his new book, chef Marcus Samuelsson starts the conversation about Black food.
Swedish chef Magnus Nilsson's new book offers perspective on the hospitality industry
Chef Magnus Nilsson has a lot to say in his book about the world of restaurants.
Drive-through lutefisk? A Minnesota tradition gets a pandemic twist
The American Swedish Institute has your holiday meal covered.
After 40 years and countless recipes, the Star Tribune's Taste editor says goodbye
After 40 years and countless recipes, the Star Tribune's Taste editor says goodbye.
Buck Hill ski resort in Burnsville hopes to be year-round dining destination
Owners hope that sunsets, green space and dinner will expand the seasons at the longtime ski and snowboard area.
Crepes make the morning meal delicious
Extra time in the kitchen meant an opportunity to learn a new skill.