Ye Old Pickle Factory, simply “The Pickle” to locals and the summer mainstays, is a bar and tavern in Nisswa. Close to the Paul Bunyan trail, it attracts large crowds on the weekends and evenings regardless of the season. Snowmobilers in the winter and softball and patio sunset-watching in the summer. Since it’s winter (for […]
Located in Breezy Point, the infamous Commander Bar has been around for over 40 years. The informal, laid-back, recently renovated restaurant offers breakfast seven days-a-week but most notably, their Garbage Pizza. If you are in the mood for more of a basement sports bar vibe, slip downstairs to JJ’s Pub, which features a large bar, […]
Serendipity Art Gallery and Gifts opened in the Pequot Lake’s Jack Pine Center in 2016. You can find some of Minnesota’s best-loved artists on display. The studio is filled with blown glass lamps, wine glasses and terrariums, intricately painted rocks, colorful origami wall displays, batik fabric artwork, fish and nature prints. Owned by Jenni and […]
Lakes Latte is an adorable coffee shop in Pequot Lakes. They have all sort of options; coffees, smoothies, sandwiches, donuts, homemade scones & cookies. Need inspiration? Try the “Up North,” a blend of caramel, chocolate and espresso. The spacious coffeehouse is surprisingly warm and welcoming with comfy sofas, a fireplace, reading nooks and even coffee […]
Did you know that Pequot Lakes is the home of Paul Bunyan’s Fishing Bobber? Yep, it totally is! A major landmark, “The World’s Largest Fishing Bobber” sits in Bobber Park. Built in 1960, the former water tower’s claim-to-fame began in 1987 when a when the water tower needed to be painted and then-council member Dale […]
I’m spending the next two weeks taking you on a trip up north to the Brainerd Lakes area for snowmobiling, billiards, drinking, sledding, ice fishing, board games and even bingo! The first stop for me is always food. Located in the Jack Pine Center in downtown Pequot Lakes, the Hungry Loon is a perfect spot, […]
Happy Valentine’s Day! Wishing you lots of love and and sugary sweetness! Pictured: Sleepy V’s Chocolate Cherry Ganache, Strawberry Cream and Raspberry Sweetheart Sprinkle
If you are headed up to Mille Lacs Lake and need a sustenance stop, make your way to the Cedarwood Family Restaurant. Off Highway 27, just a hop from Highway 169 and the Soo Line Trail, Cedarwood is a forever staple of Onamia. Think friendly, family-owned, small town, comfort food. Serving all-day breakfast, lunch and […]
The St Paul Winter Carnival has been a Minnesota tradition for over 130 years. 130 years. Let that sink in. So the story goes; In 1885, a New York reporter wrote that Saint Paul was, “another Siberia, unfit for human habitation” in winter. Offended, the Saint Paul Chamber of Commerce decided to prove not only […]
If you are headed downtown to take in the all of the Super Bowl 52 festivities, don’t forget to snap a picture with the Mary Tyler Moore statue. With her hands cloaked in Bold North mittens, you can finder her tossing her hat into the air against the frigid backdrop of Nicollet and 7th Street.
If you are planning to check out all the festivities downtown this week… Stop by Explore Minnesota’s ‘Sota Pop an interactive pop-up experience Now through through Super Bowl Sunday! Curated by Explore Minnesota and created by local artists Its the most Instagrammable spots of Super Bowl LII! Located in storefront windows of Renaissance Square building […]
If you are in need so something to do tomorrow, I highly recommend heading to the MN State Fair Grounds for the Minnesota State Snow Sculpting Competition. The three day competition ends tomorrow when you get to vote for your favorite sculpture in the People’s Choice Awards 11am-1pm. Don’t forget to stick around to watch […]
Located on the east bank of the Mississippi River in the heart of one of the country’s strongest arts districts sits the awe-inspiring historic Grain Belt Brewery. In the early 1890s, four brewers, Heinrich Brewing, Germania Brewing, Norenburg Brewing and Orth Brewing, combined their businesses to create the Minneapolis Brewing and Malting Company, later changing […]
If you are looking for an upscale, elegant, romantic night in Downtown Minneapolis, Zelo is where to go. Part business lunch destination, part dark lit date night favorite, it is located in the Nicollet Mall inside the Medical Arts Building. And the ambiance certainly doesn’t disappoint, filled with warm leather booths and soft modern lighting. […]
When it comes to whiskey, Dalton and Wade on Washington Avenue in Minneapolis is where it’s at. A neighborhood gathering spot that boasts over 200 American whiskeys and meat galore. Think smoked meats, shrimp and grits, pimento cheese toast, crispy chicken, hushpuppies, and cornbread biscuits with sorghum butter. And for dessert, you cant forget the […]
The brisk, 27th floor view from the speakeasy-inspired cocktail bar, Prohibition at the W Hotel.
If you are looking for more outdoor winter activities……look no further than the Ice Castles in Stillwater! Opened on January 5th, the castle is located in downtown Stillwater in Lowell Park along the riverfront. Follow the glacial blue hues of the icicles and wind the crushed ice walk ways to find an incredible winter wonderland!The […]
Can we talk about Rise Bagel Co. for a second? Owned by sisters, Jen and Kate Lloyd, Rise Bagel has been a mainstay at farmers markets and pop-ups since 2014. Their Everything bagel was named one of City Pages’ “100 Favorite Dishes” in 2015. Rise opened this year in the North Loop neighborhood. The building, […]
Welcome to 2018! A great way to open the new year is through bright, shiny, glowing lights! Enter the relighting of the forever iconic Grain Belt Beer Sign! Grain Belt beer was originally produced by the Minneapolis Brewing Company which formed in 1891. Later produced in the still standing Grain Belt Brewery in Minneapolis, Minnesota […]
Let me start by saying, I adore ninetwentyfive. Paying homage to its address on Lake Street… you can enter the restaurant though a corner street-side door, or stroll through the lobby of The Landing… Wayzata’s first hotel to open in decades, and take in the warm fireplace and beautiful decor. Inside, you’ll find a two […]
