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Joy Summers @joysummers.bsky.social · 22h

There is a certain kind of magic found inside a deep fried flour tortilla. www.startribune.com/new-chi-chis...

Chi-Chi’s is back, but is it as good as we remember?

What to expect as you head to St. Louis Park for fried ice cream, chimichangas, margaritas and free chips with salsa.

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Joy Summers @joysummers.bsky.social · 2d

3 Spooky Halloween bar pop-ups we're dying to check out. www.startribune.com/best-hallowe...

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Joy Summers @joysummers.bsky.social · 9d

While late night food options have dwindled since the pandemic, late night coffee shops are back and better than ever.

Make the most of National Coffee Day with these late night cafes

More than great coffee, these cafes offer space for sober hangs, game nights, art events and more.

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Joy Summers @joysummers.bsky.social · 28d

St. Paul's Marc Heu Patisserie will open a temporary bakery in Linden Hills

St. Paul’s most famous patisserie will make a holiday appearance in Minneapolis

The “Merry Marc Heu Christmas Popup” opens in October and will focus on the cozy flavors of the season.

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Joy Summers @joysummers.bsky.social · 29d

How about a new little spot for great sandwiches and premium gelato scoops?

New Little Bird Delicatessen in Mpls. will have sandwiches, gelato and pup treats

Plus: Rustica heads downtown, and five metro restaurants that are closed, closing, or on the verge of closing.

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Joy Summers @joysummers.bsky.social · Sep 8

I cannot tell you how fun it is to roam the skyways: following aromas of long-simmered pho broth, richly braised goat curry and freshly roasted coffee.

Your ultimate guide to eating in downtown Minneapolis

Whether you’re back in the office, in town for an event or on a staycation, here’s our curated guide on where to get breakfast, lunch and dinner.

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Joy Summers @joysummers.bsky.social · Sep 3

It's time to talk cookies: send us your best holiday recipes!
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The 2025 Minnesota Star Tribune Holiday Cookie Contest is now open

Start shopping for butter and polishing those cookie recipes — this could be your year.

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Joy Summers @joysummers.bsky.social · Sep 3

I love breakfast 🥞 www.startribune.com/best-breakfa...

15 can’t-miss breakfast spots in the Twin Cities

Jump start the day with eggs your way, gooey caramel rolls, blueberry-jammed pancakes and so much more.

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Joy Summers @joysummers.bsky.social · Aug 22

Wanna know how the MN State Fair new foods rate? ----> @startribune.com www.startribune.com/we-tried-mor...

We tried more than 80 new foods at the fair and lived to write about it

From the genius of falafel waffles to sambusas and frozen beer, this year’s new crop of foods is fresh, spicy and flavorful.

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Joy Summers @joysummers.bsky.social · Aug 22

#MNStateFair Food Fans 🚨 Join @sharynjackson.bsky.social @nicolehvid.bsky.social @nancyngotc.bsky.social & I TODAY for all things 😋 -> Live chat 11 a.m. at Star Tribune .com - then we'll be live on the Strib stage at the far at 2pm AND I'm gonna be on Twin Cities Live at 3pm!

Joy Summers @joysummers.bsky.social · Aug 12

Last call for afternoon tea in #edina - @lynhall.bsky.social closing Aug. 24. Daniel del Prado group will move into the address with something new. www.startribune.com/lynhall-edin...

Lynhall No. 3945 in Edina to close this month

Daniel del Prado’s restaurant group will take over the address.

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Joy Summers @joysummers.bsky.social · Aug 5

3rd Rosalia pizza will replace Revival at Texa-Tonka.

Rosalia’s third pizzeria fires up in St. Louis Park this fall

Plus: Minneapolis’ Malt Shop is back, more Football Pizza, coffeehouse by Minnehaha Falls, Sonic at the U and other restaurant news.

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Joy Summers @joysummers.bsky.social · Jul 21

Order up cake for procrastinators, impulse buyers and anyone who needs a Monday pick-me-up (ahem - that's us.) @sharynjackson.bsky.social www.startribune.com/cake-last-mi...

Need a last-minute cake? These 3 Twin Cities bakeries can help

Order up: Whether you’re celebrating a birthday or making it through the week, these cakes will turn it into a top-tier event.

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Joy Summers @joysummers.bsky.social · Jul 14

The food truck will park at two local breweries this weekend.
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The fried chicken is back: Parlour owners are reviving Revival

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Star Tribune Going Out @stribgoingout.startribune.com · Jul 11

⭐️🏆 For the Minnesota Star Tribune's inaugural Culinary North Stars awards, we are highlighting the restaurants serving up food we're freshly obsessed with — places we hope to be talking about years from now.

The 30 restaurants most vital to the Twin Cities area right now

From fine-dining to fast-casual, these eateries are leading the culinary conversations and driving our food scene into a new era. They are the Minnesota Star Tribune’s Culinary North Stars.

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Minnesota Star Tribune @startribune.com · Jul 9

Hike up those stretchy pants: it’s time to start obsessing over what to eat first. The Minnesota State Fair has released the official list of new foods and new vendors making their debut at the Great Minnesota Get Together. bit.ly/44vPxUJ

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Joy Summers @joysummers.bsky.social · Jul 9

Let's talk about the good the cringe and the sprinkles! Send us your questions and join at 1 p.m.!

Star Tribune Going Out @stribgoingout.startribune.com · Jul 9

Got burning Cheese Curd Taco questions? Wondering what a Croffle is? We’re going live at 1 p.m. to talk State Fair new foods 🎡

Ask our reporters your questions about new Minnesota State Fair foods

Reporters Sharyn Jackson and Joy Summers will be answering questions during a live Q&A at 1 p.m.

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Joy Summers @joysummers.bsky.social · Jul 7

Very excited for Aubergine to open in #CathedralHill! @sharynjackson.bsky.social has all the details. www.startribune.com/new-st-paul-...

New French restaurant will open in St. Paul’s Cathedral Hill this fall

Aubergine is moving into the former Revival space with a restaurant that celebrates Lyonnaise cuisine with Minnesota ingredients.

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Joy Summers @joysummers.bsky.social · Jun 24

Befitting of a bunch of gardening metaphors: Tiny Diner blooms again after 2 years dormant.

Two years after closing, Tiny Diner stages a summer comeback

Plus: Bloomington’s eggy food truck opens a restaurant, Lowertown pizzeria is closing and more food news.

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Joy Summers @joysummers.bsky.social · Jun 23

Got my first Back to School pitch. 🚫

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