by Kristie Smith | Dec 1, 2023 | Community, Outdoors, Travel
Big Rock Creek celebrates the nostalgia of winters gone by. Winters in the Midwest are built on tradition, and in the St. Croix Valley, one family has created a holiday experience that can stir up nostalgia for generations to come. Big Rock Creek is an ever-evolving...
by Emily Gedde | Dec 1, 2023 | Wellness
Local medspa founder reveals her journey to health and vibrancy. Skin care is a thriving and competitive industry. Endless tips, tricks and trends on how to establish and maintain healthy-looking skin can be overwhelming—let alone choosing what products to use. Amy...
by Zoe Deal | Oct 1, 2023 | Uncategorized
In the Midwest, we have a healthy appreciation for food—good food. And that preoccupation is oozing (read: pouring) its way into the St. Croix Valley. So quickly, I might add, that lately it seems I could fill an entire year’s worth of St. Croix Valley Magazine issues...
by Emily Gedde | Oct 1, 2023 | Drinks, Restaurants
Coffee and community reign at You & Me Café. It’s been 30 years since Cheers ended its 11 season run on NBC, but the legacy of creating a space “where everybody knows your name” lives on at You & Me Café in Stillwater. Just seven months on from its soft...
by Zoe Yates | Oct 1, 2023 | Ingredients, Local Makers
Jerry’s Enterprises sources grass-fed beef directly from its ranch in Montana, prioritizing traceability and sustainability. In the far-off expanse of Jefferson County, Montana, nestled amid the snow-capped Elkhorn Mountains, a herd of Black Angus cattle grazes...
by Rachael Perron | Oct 1, 2023 | Noteworthy, Recipes
I’ve lived in Minnesota for nearly three decades, but I didn’t grow up here. Hotdish wasn’t part of my culinary upbringing. Sure, I knew Tuna Casserole and Turkey Tetrazzini, but I didn’t have my first bite of Tater Tot Hotdish until I was in my 30s. Decades later,...
by Alexandra Eve | Oct 1, 2023 | Noteworthy, Style
Bold colors, prints and the logo-mania trend are on their way out, and this season we are seeing quiet luxury take over. But what exactly is quiet luxury, and how can you incorporate this trend into your closet this autumn? Let’s cover the basics of this new take on a...
by Zoe Yates | Oct 1, 2023 | Entertain, Interior Design
Prepare your house for the hosting season with some simple improvements. Many of us know the feeling of unease that can come over us when we’re away from home for the holidays. Regardless of whether you’re visiting new or longtime loved ones, different variables can...
by Zoe Yates | Oct 1, 2023 | Photo Contest
For Hudson wildlife photographer Lisa Townsend, a spontaneous stop led to an amazing find. “I had been with a friend photographing ducks [that] morning. On my way home that evening, I thought I would stop by one of my favorite birding areas, Willow River Wildlife Area...
by Kristie Smith | Oct 1, 2023 | Interior Design, Renovate
Lakeland home receives a modern refresh. From scope and design to install and pillow fluffing, remodeling part or all of a home can be made easier with an interior designer, especially one who also happens to be trained in marriage therapy. Jordan Weitzel, owner and...
by Syndie Sorensen | Oct 1, 2023 | Arts, Noteworthy
Stillwater mosaic artist Judy Sell has an unusual location in her home for a gallery—her tiny first floor half bath. The gallery began with a cross-stitch piece by Sell’s daughter and has grown to include more than 20 pieces of work by artists she admires. The water...
by Renée Stewart-Hester | Oct 1, 2023 | Entertain, Interior Design, Shops
Curate an aesthetic that reads inviting and elevated. There are different schools of thought when it comes to setting a table—be it for formal affairs, holiday gatherings or special guests. We embrace many lines of thinking when it comes to creating an ambiance of...
by Jennifer Pitterle | Oct 1, 2023 | Local Makers, Restaurants
Chef Anthony Gilbert brings Detroit-style pies—and lots of cheesy goodness—to downtown Stillwater. Walk into Melt Pizza Company, the newest addition to Stillwater’s vibrant food scene, and the name immediately makes sense: You can smell the warm, familiar aroma of...
by Madeline Kopiecki | Oct 1, 2023 | Photo Contest
We’re excited to share our winners for the Lens on St. Croix Valley 2023 photo contest! During the summer, we asked local shutterbugs to share their photos of St. Croix Valley with us. From July through August, you sent us scenic aerial shots, cute candids,...
by Zoe Yates | Oct 1, 2023 | Travel
View fall colors from The Osceola & St. Croix Valley Railway. Autumn rolls around each year with the same spectacular showcase of changing leaves. While the sight never ceases to amaze residents and visitors alike, a local mainstay makes it possible to witness the...
