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December 2008

Features

Winter Escapes

Winter Escapes

Whether you’re looking for snow, sun, or just a scene, we’ve got a trip that’ll help beat the winter blahs.

Winter Survival Guide

Winter Survival Guide

From taking a class to listening to a concert, there’s plenty to keep you busy this season—even if you’re stuck in Minnesota.

He Who Laughs, Lasts

He Who Laughs, Lasts

Fifty years ago, Dudley Riggs founded the Brave New Workshop. Today, the troupe is not only still going strong, its comic effect is being felt nationwide.

For What It's Worth

For What It's Worth

Fine dining for a new economy

Columns

The Treatment: Diamond Radiance Facial

Diamonds are a girl’s best friend—even in a facial.

Notes from Next Door: Delivery Man

My father’s struggle with punch lines

A Likely Story: Nuts

On the psychopathology of pecuniary insult

Health: Examining the Alternative

A doctor investigates the promises of natural remedies

Sue Z: Sue Z. Says

’Tis the season to be jolly—and here’s something that makes me jolly.

Departments

Foreword: The Getaway

Who hasn't wanted to escape Minnesota at some point?

Mail: Your Letters

Letters from readers regarding the last issues of Minnesota Monthly

Talk: Acting Up

Mpls. unplugged, local giving, stocking stats & curtain call

Talk: Dear Paul

Expert answers to your most dire questions

Best Bets: The Agenda

Theater, music, dance, and more—your best bets for December

Counter Culture: Belle Reve Boutique

Nordeast’s newest: Belle Reve

Quick Bites: Forepaugh's

The newly reopened landmark is beautiful, fancy, and, well, weird

Quick Bites: Zahtar

David Fhima is back—and better

Arts: Artful Giving

Santa knows where you’ve been shopping—and he thinks you can do better.

Twin Cities Taste: Raise a Glass

What’s the most powerful woman in Minnesota food interested in these days? Lee Svitak Dean toasts the joys of at-home dinner parties.

Twin Cities Taste: Land of Plenty

Nick and Eddie proves holiday generosity isn’t just for greeting cards: Behold the biggest gourmet bargain of the year

Elizabeth's Picks: Homegrown Holiday

From ribbon clutches to artisan coasters, these Minnesota-made gifts are sure to surprise and delight everyone on your list

Top Shops: Museum Shops

You can find holiday gifts for everyone on your list at one of these cultural institutions. Long lines and crying babies not included.

Style File: December 2008 Style File

The latest store openings, closings, and deals

Scene: December 2008 Party Pics

Abbott Northwestern Hospital Foundation Gala, Boys & Girls Clubs of the Twin Cities, Nash Avery Foundation's Bash for Nash, and The Greater Minneapolis Crisis Nursery's Harvesting Hope Wine Tasting

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