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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.

BY Dara Moskowitz Grumdahl

Taste of Minnesota

Local vineyards have begun to yield wines worth talking about. Here, a tour of four bottle stops.

By Nick Fauchald

Booze to Ease the Brrr

These hot toddies take the edge off winter

By Rachel Hutton

Scotch of Ages

Extra time in the barrel brings out the best in Scotch whisky.

Anthony Dias Blue

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Looking for a special drink to toast the new promotion or simply end the long day with an enjoyable nightcap?

Try one of our recipes—they’re bound to take the edge off.

Wine and Spirits Guide

Fall/Winter Wine & Spirits Guide

Find food and wine pairings, expert advice, local autumn brews, local and fair trade wines, plus holiday cocktail recipes, and more.

Search here for details about the Twin Cities’ hottest bars, clubs, and late-night haunts.

With so many dance floors, comedy clubs, and happy hour deals, you're bound to satisfy your night-owl needs.

What to Drink Now

Minnesota Marquette

A golden age of cold-climate winemaking may be on the horizon.

By David Mahoney

Our Pick

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Terry Brennan

Blue Ruby

1/2 cup fresh blueberries
10 leaves fresh basil
1/2 cup Tanqueray gin
1 1/2 cups white grape juice
Garnish: fresh blueberries

Put all the ingredients in a blender and pulse 6 times. Pour over ice in a rocks glass. Garnish with a couple of blueberries.

Favorite Pairing

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TERRY BRENNAN

Aussie Shiraz goes great with meat and fish on the barbie.

Check here for the different styles of shiraz and what meat pairs best.

Drinking Poll

Drinks Poll Results

When selecting a happy hour spot, I look for...

Drink deals. — 15%

Great atmosphere. — 0%

A convenient location. — 4%

A bar that serves food, too. — 4%

All of the above. — 78%