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 5 best sandwiches our food writers ate this week
Discovering new places to grab this favorite bite in breakfast, lunch and dessert form.
June 27, 2025
StepChld restaurant in northeast Minneapolis closing in August
Chef-owner Kamal Mohamed pushed the boundaries of global cuisine and cites rising costs as a reason for closing after nearly 5 years.
June 23, 2025
3 grilled chicken sandwiches to try right now
Anyone thinking grilled chicken is dull hasn’t had these flavorful sandos from Twin Cities restaurants.
June 23, 2025
The 5 best things our food writers ate in the Twin Cities this week
We had our fill of fresh berries, farmers markets, block parties and other signs of summer.
June 13, 2025
New cookbook shares Minnesota immigrants’ stories of survival and resilience
“Kitchens of Hope” has recipes from more than 30 countries that fit into themes of community, resilience, opportunity, justice, hope and celebration.
June 11, 2025
3 places to get great New York-style bagels in the Twin Cities
Take the advice of our East Coast-native writer and enjoy what these bakers have to offer — schmear optional.
June 9, 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.
June 6, 2025
The 7 bakeries in the Twin Cities area we’re hitting for National Doughnut Day
We set aside our normal dining feature to revisit our favorite spots for fritters, doughnut holes, caramel rolls and more.
June 5, 2025
New cookbook shares Minnesota immigrants’ stories of survival and resilience
“Kitchens of Hope” has recipes from more than 30 countries that fit into themes of community, resilience, opportunity, justice, hope and celebration.
June 11, 2025
3 places to get great New York-style bagels in the Twin Cities
Take the advice of our East Coast-native writer and enjoy what these bakers have to offer — schmear optional.
June 9, 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.
June 6, 2025
The 7 bakeries in the Twin Cities area we’re hitting for National Doughnut Day
We set aside our normal dining feature to revisit our favorite spots for fritters, doughnut holes, caramel rolls and more.
June 5, 2025