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Twin Cities hotels get creative with cozy in-room dining experiences

Sharyn Jackson • Star Tribune In-room dining experiences at the Rand Tower Hotel from Whiskey & Soda.

In-room experiences remain a popular dining option even as restaurants reopen.

You may not know this former Guthrie actor's name but you'll recognize his face in these films

Gramercy Pictures  John Carroll Lynch, right, placed the husband of Police Chief Marge Gunderson (Frances McDormand) in “Fargo,” his break-out mov

Former Guthrie company member John Carroll Lynch is a versatile Hollywood go-to.

  • Take a deep dive into 7 of the best films from Black filmmakers

Cornbread provides Southern comfort during Northern winters

Photographs copyright © Oriana KorenWilla Jean Cornbread from "Good Book of Southern Baking."Reprinted with permission from The Good Book of Southern

Cornbread provides a perfect pick-me-up for winter days — and a chance to experiment in the kitchen.

The best albums are live albums, especially during the pandemic

Ace Frehley and Kiss played the St. Paul Civic Center in December 1977. Earlier that year the band released the live album “Alive II.”  Star Tribu

Why many of my all-time favorite records are concert LPs. Especially now in lieu of actual concerts.

A digital experience: Is virtual reality the next frontier for Twin Cities artists?

Twin Cities musician Lady Midnight premieres a new VR soundscape.

Eat & drink insider

How Twin Cities parents can guide kids through food shortages

Food insecurity caused by the pandemic may trigger a wide wave of eating disorders.

Streamed concerts by Minnesota Orchestra and SPCO offer both intimacy and brilliance

REVIEW: Minnesota Orchestra and SPCO take advantage of limitations.

Staying fit is a secret benefit of 'Pokemon Go'

New Raptor Center director answers questions about COVID and climate impact

New Raptor Center director talks about the impact of COVID and climate on birds.

Working from bed: Productive cocoon or symptom of malaise?

For years, sleep experts have held one piece of common wisdom above all else: Don't work from bed. Yet since the pandemic began in March, millions of Americans have defied that guidance.

Air masks are getting smart, with data about breathing and pollutants

Historic $1.55M St. Paul home was hangout for a young F. Scott Fitzgerald

The author wrote about his friends' grand house with 11 bedrooms and 11 fireplaces.

Chris Rock offers a new look at himself

The comic re-edits his 2018 TV special, changing its perspective.

Stock your fridge and pantry with these 12 products made by Twin Cities restaurants

Many food and drink makers turned to retail to boost pandemic sales.

Errors in H.G. Wells commemorative coin irk his fans

References to his classic books are wrong.

Draw a brighter future with our downloadable weekly coloring page

Every Saturday in January, Minneapolis artist Lissette López Pridemore will help us envision the not-too-distant future when we can once again experience the simple things we've most missed.

Ask Amy: 'Barking' episodes make partner flee

7 most exciting superhero movies of 2021 (we hope)

Scarlett Johansson gets the movie she's deserved since "Iron Man 2."


BLOGS + COLUMNISTS

James Lileks

Lileks: Shippers' tracking numbers track our frustration

My wife was on the phone. She had the posture of a floor lamp, which indicated both concentration and irritation."NO," she said. She paused. "NO.""Are…

Gail Rosenblum

In recovery from perilous addictions, young adults share their stories through Change the Outcome

The opioid crisis has only intensified during the pandemic. The American Medical Association reports increased opioid-related deaths in more than 40 states, including Minnesota. Alcohol…


Eat & Drink

Pork pies at Kieran’s Kitchen Northeast.

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

Stock your fridge and pantry with these 12 products made by Twin Cities restaurants
11 places to get your bagel fix in the Twin Cities for National Bagel Day
4 warm drinks for cold days, with or without a buzz

Home & Garden

Modern Tudor home in Lakeville Spacecrafting

Lakeville home is a modern take on traditional English Tudor style

A room swap transforms a century-old Minneapolis home
It's time for a better TV room
Tips for setting up a home gym

Music

Ace Frehley and Kiss played the St. Paul Civic Center in December 1977. Earlier that year the band released the live album “Alive II.”  Star Tribu

The best albums are live albums, especially during the pandemic

Streamed concerts by Minnesota Orchestra and SPCO offer both intimacy and brilliance
Hear new Minnesota singles from Dessa, Stokley, Mark Mallman
Dave Simonett and friends find More Light as live music remains dark

Celebs

Joseph Maldonado-Passage, aka “Joe Exotic.”

No-go for Joe Exotic: Trump pardon list omits 'Tiger King'

Inauguration fashion: Purple, pearls, American designers
Rapper Bow Wow apologizes for attending packed Houston club
Garth Brooks joins lineup of entertainers at Biden inaugural

Movies

Gramercy Pictures  John Carroll Lynch, right, placed the husband of Police Chief Marge Gunderson (Frances McDormand) in “Fargo,” his break-out mov

You may not know this former Guthrie actor's name but you'll recognize his face in these films

A young Minnesota Native filmmaker's 'Wild' ride to Sundance
Jittery comedy 'Promising Young Woman' has serious issues on its mind
You'll never guess what happens in the Hilary Swank thriller 'Fatale,' except you totally will

Inspired

Brooklyn Center Fire Chief Todd Berg, right, talked about the winter meals program with Rob Williams, executive director of Every Meal, at the fire st

Roseville nonprofit expands free food pick-up sites for Minnesotans in need

In recovery from perilous addictions, young adults share their stories through Change the Outcome
Twin Cities-based Remember Project uses plays to talk about dementia and memory loss
For her 53rd birthday, 53 acts of kindness

Taste

Sharyn Jackson • Star Tribune In-room dining experiences at the Rand Tower Hotel from Whiskey & Soda.

Twin Cities hotels get creative with cozy in-room dining experiences

Cornbread provides Southern comfort during Northern winters
Former Lucia's space in Uptown Mpls will reopen as Sooki & Mimi next month
Simple vinaigrette goes back to the basics

Health

A Minneapolis VA Health Care System employee received a second dose of the COVID-19 vaccine.

34 COVID-19 deaths, 1,237 more cases in Minnesota

Minnesota pharmacies ask to be included in the COVID-19 vaccine rollout
States report vaccine shortages and cancel appointments
Ovechkin on COVID list, Caps fined $100K; Canes games off

Style

Crocs has been gaining ground for the past five years, but it has had a banner 2020.

Why Crocs are the hottest shoes of 2020

Twin Cities designer Rammy Mohamed makes fashion — and a statement

TV & Media

Above, Elizabeth Olsen as Wanda Maximoff and Paul Bettany as Vision in “WandaVision.”

In 'WandaVision,' Marvel superheroes take on sitcoms

Should you add Discovery Plus as a streaming service?
The return of 'Disenchantment' and four other shows our TV critic is watching this week
HBO film documents the rise and fall (and rise again) of Tiger Woods

Travel

MSP’s terminal 1 was filled with holiday travelers in December 2020.

Returning to U.S. by air? You'll need a negative COVID test first.

The pandemic will change vacations in 2021. Here's how Minnesotans can embrace the trends.
Here's where and how to ski safely in Minnesota this winter
Delta adds Wi-Fi provider

Stage & Arts

Sonja Parks in “Seedfolks” at Children’s Theatre Company.

How Twin Cities theaters are connecting with audiences online

Bringing Minnesota art to Chicago art lovers is this woman's mission
A force behind Minnesota's Legacy Fund, arts advocate Sheila Smith retires after a quarter-century
Macalester professor takes home $50K Creative Capital grant

Books

Nadia Owusu

Review: 'Aftershocks: A Memoir,' by Nadia Owusu

Review: 'Reel Bay: A Cinematic Essay,' by Jana Larson
Review: 'W-3: A Memoir,' by Bette Howland
Review: 'The Doctors Blackwell,' by Janice P. Nimura

More Stories

Review: Music stars echo Biden's call for unity

The themes were sounded earlier at the inauguration by the combination of Lady Gaga, Garth Brooks and Jennifer Lopez.


Minnesota artist Andrea Carlson pops up on New York billboard

Whitney Museum is placing a work by the famed Ojibwe artist outside the museum, along the High Line.


Former Lucia's space in Uptown Mpls will reopen as Sooki & Mimi next month

The new restaurant will take over the former Lucia's space in Uptown.


Twin Cities musicians pick their favorite live albums

Picks from Cory Wong, PaviElle, Bill Lindsey and more.


Collectible comic book caper has happy ending

Recovered collection sold in million-dollar auctions.


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