Sharyn Jackson
Reporter
Food and drinkA New Jersey native, Jackson moved to Minneapolis in 2014, when she joined the Star Tribune as a general assignment features writer. She was previously a news reporter for USA Today and the Des Moines Register, and an arts writer and editor at the Village Voice in New York City. She earned a Master of Science from Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism. Jackson is a leader of the Minnesota chapter of NLGJA - the Association of LGBTQ Journalists. She has won awards from the Society of Professional Journalists and the Association of Alternative Newsmedia, and is a Livingston Award finalist.
Latest from Sharyn Jackson
The 10 best things to order when in Anoka's social district
We checked out all of the participating restaurants ahead of the season, which kicked off May 1.
May 2, 2025
3 St. Paul restaurants and a Minneapolis food hall are closing
Galley food hall, Apostle Supper Club and Burning Brothers Brewing are shuttering; Chip’s Clubhouse has already closed.
May 1, 2025
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3 Twin Cities restaurants with great kids’ menus
Adults don’t need to settle when eating out with pint-size diners thanks to the creativity of these local restaurants.
April 28, 2025
The 5 best things our food writers ate this week in the Twin Cities and beyond
A new Uptown shop serving up custom doughnuts, a former car wash transforms into modern supper club, plus classics that don’t disappoint.
April 25, 2025
Minneapolis food hall lands New Jersey-style deli, Annie’s Parlour gets boozy shakes
Plus, Vellee closes for real this time, Smorgie’s expands and Minneapolis bars get award nominations.
April 22, 2025
Restaurant openings and closings in the Twin Cities
What's open, what's closed and what's still to come in the Twin Cities and beyond.
April 18, 2025
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National dining club gives Twin Cities diners access to top local chefs
The Tasting Collective also gives chefs an audience willing to try dishes and provide feedback and a chance to meet their biggest supporters.
April 17, 2025
The 5 best things our food writers ate this week
A new downtown Minneapolis lunch spot, tacos and souffle pancakes in St. Paul, and breakfast, sandwich destinations in the suburbs.
April 11, 2025
Where to get matzo ball soup for Passover
Whether you like them light or dense, matzo ball soup is on the menu this spring.
April 7, 2025
The 5 best things our food writers ate in the Twin Cities area this week
We had shots for lunch, a flavor-packed grain bowl, a salad that channels the tropics, wine and snacks and wings that deserve your attention.
April 4, 2025
Ranking new foods at Target Field just in time for the Twins’ Opening Day
Bites from local chefs, wings, sausage packs to feed a crowd and refreshing boba tea are among our favorite offerings in this year’s starting lineup.
April 3, 2025
Minneapolis restaurant, wine bar named finalists for national James Beard Awards
The chefs from Myriel, Diane’s Place and Kado no Mise are all regional nominees.
April 2, 2025
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