But as much as we still enjoy snark — both ours and yours — it’s nice to mix in a little positivity, say, once a year, and throw compliments the way of local businesses, attractions, stars, and unsung successes.

The City Pages Best of the Twin Cities issue does all that, or tries to. Trust us, disagree with us, write us nasty notes. However you feel, we’re happy that you keep coming back after all this time.

Below, find our choices for the best people, places, and things around in 2019.

Food and Drink

Talk of the Town

Music

City Life

Arts and Culture