I’ve lived in Minnesota for nearly 30 years, but I didn’t grow up here. Hotdish wasn’t part of my culinary upbringing. I didn’t have my first bite...
Dining
Apple Valley Lunds & Byerlys Grand Opening
A couple hundred people gathered to celebrate the official opening of the new Lunds & Byerlys store in Apple Valley. Here are some highlights...
Level Up On Flavor with Torani Syrups
It doesn’t have to take much effort to transform a basic drink into something special. A little muddled fruit, a citrus garnish and a few pumps of...
Lunds & Byerlys Is Coming to Apple Valley
Whether you’re in need of a quick dinner, a beer on a rooftop patio or a week’s worth of groceries, the new Lunds & Byerlys in Apple Valley aims...
(Hot) Dog Days of Summer
Hot dogs might not require much in the way of my culinary expertise, but they’re fun. Still, I have high taste expectations. In my estimation, the...
Soak up Lake Vibes Year-Round at Charlie’s on Prior
This lakeside dining spot offers waterfront views, delicious dishes and more. There are just two seasons at Charlie’s on Prior: ice in or ice out....
Casual Luxury at Gary’s Supper Club
Gary’s Supper Club wants to be your spot for date night—or any night. Whether it’s a Tuesday and you’re already in need of a decent cocktail and a...
Gus Dean Coffee Brews up the Perfect Cup
The owner of Gus Dean Coffee roasts beans to make the perfect cup. Eagan entrepreneur Gus Dean recalls his mother’s coffee-making ritual in vivid...
Recipes To Celebrate Blackberry Season
Blackberries are a great source of vitamins C and K and a good source of fiber, but mostly they’re just delicious! They’re also easy to incorporate...
Wake Up Call With Gus Dean Coffee
Need an extra caffeine and flavor boost to perk up? Gus Dean, also known as “The Coffee Guy”, adds Coco-Cola to his Mocha Java Cold Brew. “Mocha...
Start the Day with Hope Breakfast Bar
The third Twin Cities location of Hope Breakfast Bar recently opened in Eagan, complete with a family-friendly menu designed to cater to its new...
Say “Yes, Ma’am” to This Croque Madame Recipe
While it’s not hard to make, Croque Madame is an oh-so-worth-it hassle. Croque Madame Serves 4 4 tsp. Dijon mustard 8 slices firm white sandwich...
Drink to Your Health with Locally-brewed Kombucha
On tap or in a can, Bootlegger Brewing perfects kombucha. In 2015, Jake Haneman took a wild leap with his career. He left his successful engineering...
Mocktail Hour
Delight in the fun of bubbles without a hangover with this delicious kombucha mocktail from Bootlegger Brewing in Apple Valley. Elevate a ginger...
Fulfill That February Chocolate Fix
Chocolate is more than a sweet treat at Masterpiece Chocolates—it’s an art form. Dale and Linda Lokkesmoe opened the chocolate shop at Southfork...
Love Is in the Air With This Chicken Recipe
My husband learned early on in our relationship that I had serious skills in the kitchen. I learned early on that he loved any pasta dish with...
Easiest Way to Eat Local
Community Supported Agriculture programs shorten the route from farm to table. From field to plate in less than 48 hours, local farms get their food...
Sweet Valentine’s Treats From Local Makers
Savor that classic Valentine gift in many forms at these local shops. February is chocolate season. If there’s ever a time to indulge in a sweet...
Feed Your Soul with This Buddha Bowl Recipe
A few months ago, I happened across a 2017 Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) report stating that only one in 10 adults meets the...
OMNI Brewing Opens New Winery in Rosemount
OMNI Brewing is brewing more than just beer. Omni translates to “of all things.” Through its beer and comfortable atmosphere, Omni Brewing in Maple...
