Up next on the #mnbucketlist is Cafe Barbette in Uptown, you know the place off Lake #Street with the rainbow patio furniture. With super eclectic #decor and hosting all kinds of events, they boast as a restaurant and amusement hub. So of course I have go with my best friend Dani and because it’s her […]
The fourth and final stop on the #mnbucketlistbrewerytour was one for the books. After finally making it through the seemingly endless lines, we found ourselves taking over the long, heavy wood table at Dangerous Man. Home of the “lumbersexual”, a phrase coined by a recent issue of the CityPages, Dangerous Man one of the best […]
For the third site on the #mnbucketlistbrewerytour, we stopped at Indeed Brewing’s 3rd Annual #Whirlygig. Even with packed bike racks and long lines, it was quite an event. In partnering with First Ave they brought in quite the roster for live music. They also has an assortment of food trucks; Gastrotruck, El Taco Riendo, Red […]
The second stop on the #mnbucketlistbrewerytour from the artawhirl weekend was Sociable Cider off Fillmore in Northeast. Since it was the only cider house on the tour its worth mentioning that what started in a garage (like most good ideas do) became something pretty amazing. Although we came by on a crazy weekend, there is […]
This past Saturday was another installment of the#mnbucketlistbrewerytour. With four breweries and a pizza stop, all during art-a-whirl, it was nothing short of crazy. The first was Nordeast’s very ownFair State Brewing Cooperative. Just off Central, Fair State’s branding boasts, “Drink Like You Own The Place”, a nod to their transformative platform of being a […]
The Good Day Café and Bad Day Bar has one of the best marquees in Minnesota, reminiscent of early movie theaters like the Rex in Chaska, Central in Ely, Mann in Hopkins and the Le Sueur Theater. With a setting that is nothing short of inviting, warm and modern, it’s become my go-to for treating […]
Have you ever driven by this place? If you have, you’ve definitely noticed it. The Galaxy Drive In is a futuristic, intergalactic car hop that is full of outdoor eclectic decorations. In the old retro-style drive in is located right off Quebec Avenue, on the border of St Louis Park and Minneapolis – just down […]
If you know me well, you would never be surprised that I stopped into a cupcake shop during a brewery tour – which is how I got to the next place on the #mnbucketlist. A Cupcake Social is cute little cupcakery that’ll make you feel like you’ve stepped into a Barbie dream house. With the […]
Since Day Block Brewing Company was named Star Tribune’s Best of Minnesota Best New Brewpub 2014, it landed on my list. Add the fact that they have super greasy pizza, pretzel knots and bacon and pickle flights (yes, seriously), I’m sold. With easy parking, a back patio, live music and a Belgian Triple IPA with […]
I thought I’d pick something for the #mnbucketlist with history. The old Grain Belt sign on Nicollet Island in Minneapolis. Fun facts: After prohibition, the billboard was erected next to the Hennepin Avenue Bridge around 1940. For years, it flashed the letters in sequence (“G-R-A-I-N B-E-L-T BEER”). This sign still stands today as a local […]
Last night I crossed of Mill City Nights and seeing Nikki Sixx from my bucket list! 93X Live Nation hosted the Vamps, Apocalyptica (um, wow) and Sixx Am (think, Heroin Diaries, Vegas style). If you take New Age Hair Metal, sprinkle in a little Heavy Rock, add some Steven Tyler Dance moves, throw in some […]
If you are a music aficionado like myself and you love shopping local, then you should be out celebrating record store day! RSD15, created for neighborhood music and record stores to give exclusive special events, have performances and video releases. I spent mine at Cheapo Applause in Uptown. Cheapo has locations in Minneapolis, St Paul […]
If you love classic bruschetta, authentic Italian and just so happen to be in south Minneapolis, you can’t go wrong with Al Ventos. With a patio that has a retractable roof, tons of local brew options and really good pizza, they are an easy choice. I’m partial to the grilled asparagus over burrata, but that’s […]
A day late on Jacob Fjelde’s birthday in 1855, here I am, in Minnehaha Park. He is who sculpted Hiawatha and Minnehaha, displayed in the Park. It’s a life-size bronze sculpture that depicts Hiawatha carrying Minnehaha across the creek–characters from the poem “Song of Hiawatha” by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow. He also did the statue of […]
If you aren’t a frequenter of NE Minneapolis, you likely haven’t heard of the Gumball Collective, but you may have driven past it, noticing the yarn covered trees. Either way, you should stop in. They are a handmade gifts boutique featuring over 60 different artists and also offer classes. You can find them just down […]
To celebrate National Beer Day, I thought I would celebrate the ending of prohibition by bucket listing the Insight brewing company. I randomly found them way down off Hennepin in Minneapolis. I am totally love in with their space! It’s a great place to hang out and drink furiously to your hearts content. They have […]
Getting back to the #mnbucketlist… Last night, I reminisced and decided to see a few of my high school favorites. American Head Charge, Combchrist, Filter and Coal Chamber at First Ave. Pretty sure all of my teen angst came rushing back to me after staring into the mosh pit. Such great stage presence and my […]
Magers and Quinn Booksellers on Hennepin Avenue in Minneapolis is the perfect urban bookstore. Every single nook and cranny is crammed, brimming with books… just enough room to find a seat on the floor. They have a section devoted to Minnesota; authors, history, Minnesota inspired-wares (calendars, pens, notebooks… etc), along with an area for rare […]
I have to say of the things I love bucket listing the most, confectionaries and bakeries are always on the top of my list. Cocoa and Fig is absolutely no exception! They are a wonderful little patisserie located in downtown Minneapolis in the Gaviidae Commons at the Nicollet Mall. If you don’t have time to […]
Are you looking for a nightlife-inspired, street food serving, hangout in the city? I totally recommend Chino Latinos in Minneapolis. It’s in uptown and is awesome with huge portions, a really fun atmosphere, great wait staff and the best leftovers you can imagine! It’s a perfect all-in-one stop and because of its location, close to […]
