Stillwater resident and volunteer Ruth Alliband cooks with wild ingredients. Explore the recipes Alliband served up for her Forager’s Dinner, which...
Dining
Lucille’s Alcohol-Free Social Experiences Mixes It Up
The nonalcoholic establishment offers a different way to enjoy the holiday season. The holiday season arrives each year with a colorful concoction...
Sweet and Savory Holiday Pairings
When it comes to family gatherings, I became the de facto dessert-bringer many, many years ago. There’s always plenty of food at a Perron party, and...
Lucille’s Shares How To Plan a Sober Celebration
There’s a whole new world of delicious options available for people looking to enjoy an alcohol-free holiday bash. Alexandra Zauner of Lucille’s...
Recipes From Ruth Alliband’s Forager’s Dinner
Cooking with foraged ingredients has remained a significant part of Ruth Alliband’s life, and her bookshelf is lined with a diverse selection of...
Wilder Waffle Co. Finds a Place To Call Home
The waffle business has big plans for its small drive-thru shop. Wilder Waffle Co. is opening its first permanent location on the corner of...
St. Croix Chocolate Company Starts Its Next Chapter
The shop will continue making artisan chocolate under a new owner. The St. Croix Chocolate Company is turning over a new leaf this fall with a...
The Soul of Xelas by El Sazon
Chef Cristian De Leon brings Mayan-inspired cuisine to Stillwater. In an unassuming storefront on the Highway 36 frontage road in Stillwater, chef...
Taste of the Valley Raises Funds for the Community
Hudson Daybreak Rotary shared a dynamic selection of artisan food and wine at the Taste of the Valley event in Lakefront Park in Hudson, Wisconsin....
Bûcheron Chef Has Local Roots
Rising star chef Cory Western draws inspiration from his childhood in East Farmington, Wisconsin. In the rolling hills of East Farmington,...
Seasonal Pie Recipes From Chef Cory Western
Hickory Nut Pie is a staple of chef Cory Western’s holiday tradition. “This pie is special to me because of my Grandma Barb and Grandpa Jerry,”...
Celebrate Summer with Seasonal Flavors
This recipe shines with its balance of crunchy, creamy and crispy textures and combination of sweet, nutty and fresh flavors. It’s also a great...
Freshness In A Bottle Introduces a Fresh Perspective
Young entrepreneur Berkli Dias brings a healthy beverage alternative to the Valley. Berkli Dias is 15 years old and already a successful business...
Over the River and Into the Northwoods
Discover new adventures in western Wisconsin. When I moved to Polk County in 2021, I was hesitant. While I loved the idea of my tiny abode in rural...
Whip up a Delicious Accompaniment for Your Summer Spread
Summer days will be even brighter with fresh takes on appetizing spreads. If there’s one thing Minnesotans do best, it’s summer get-togethers....
The Summer Music Series Is Back
Brookside Bar & Grill announces its lineup of seasoned performers and rising artists. From Memorial Day weekend through early October, Brookside...
Stillwater’s Melt Pizza Company Wins Big
The team’s salty-sweet combo wins big at this year’s International Pizza Challenge. Melt Pizza Company sous chef Alyssa Gilbert just brought home...
Yellow House Vineyard Pursues Growth, Innovation and Joy
Cody Kaye takes us on a tour of his Afton vineyard. We’ve all heard that the best things in life take time. From an aged wine to a ripe cheddar...
Winterfest Is Bringing February Fun to Stillwater
The annual celebration returns for its ninth year. Grab your parkas and don your mittens, Winterfest is taking Stillwater by (snow) storm....
Local Makers Share Unique Wedding Dessert Ideas
Cottage bakers and resident makers are charting new territory in the wedding treat realm. The topography of the reception dessert table is evolving....
