Rachel Hutton
Reporter
FeaturesRachel Hutton writes lifestyle and human-interest stories for the Minnesota Star Tribune. She was previously the editor of Minnesota Monthly and Midwest Home magazines and City Pages' food critic. She's especially interested in profiling notable Minnesotans to explore their impact and complexity and telling stories that reveal the human impact of issues in the news.
Latest from Rachel Hutton
Culture
Minnesota welcomed about 130,000 new residents last year. Who are they?
Surprising trends about the state’s newcomers: babies, domestic migrants and international arrivers.
February 10, 2025
Things To Do
How to decide when your child is ready for sleepaway camp – and what not to say
Camp staff advise caregivers on readiness, preparation tips and the No. 1 “parent trap.”
February 9, 2025
Things To Do
Ever wanted to drive a Zamboni? Our reporter did, and here’s how you can, too.
Ogling the resurfacer is a Minnesota tradition. But making a fresh sheet of ice is harder than it looks.
January 24, 2025
Culture
Minnesotan creates the secret to stylish winter warmth: 'It’s the single most useful thing in my wardrobe'
NorSaris go from the gym, to work, to the symphony. “Every Minnesotan should have one.”
January 12, 2025
Things To Do
The coolest ice mazes, castles, bars and other frozen attractions in Minnesota
Chill out at the Minnesota Ice Festival, Luminary Loppet, Polar Plunge and more.
January 6, 2025
Food & Culture
10 etiquette mistakes to avoid during holiday party season
Follow these expert tips to ensure you’re a gracious party guest.
December 24, 2024
Food & Culture
Why are these people waiting 2 hours for lutefisk?
Fans arrive at dawn, break out in song and become “part of the spectacle” to do their holiday shopping at Ingebretsen’s.
December 16, 2024
Things To Do
Learn the secrets behind Dayton's holiday shows' magic in a fascinating PBS documentary
Add this to your holiday movie rotation to relive memories of the beloved Minnesota tradition.
December 12, 2024
Things To Do
The coolest ice mazes, castles, bars and other frozen attractions in Minnesota
Chill out at the Minnesota Ice Festival, Luminary Loppet, Polar Plunge and more.
January 6, 2025
Food & Culture
10 etiquette mistakes to avoid during holiday party season
Follow these expert tips to ensure you’re a gracious party guest.
December 24, 2024
Food & Culture
Why are these people waiting 2 hours for lutefisk?
Fans arrive at dawn, break out in song and become “part of the spectacle” to do their holiday shopping at Ingebretsen’s.
December 16, 2024
Things To Do
Learn the secrets behind Dayton's holiday shows' magic in a fascinating PBS documentary
Add this to your holiday movie rotation to relive memories of the beloved Minnesota tradition.
December 12, 2024