Ever wonder about how to use vanilla bean paste? Sara and Andy Kubiak, founders of Vanilla Bean Project in Lakeland, share that vanilla bean paste...
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Stillwater Harvest Fest: A Smashing Good Time
Let the gourd times roll at this family-friendly seasonal celebration. Get ready for a smashing good time this autumn at the Stillwater Harvest...
Vanilla Bean Project Paves New Path for Pantry Staple
A Lakeland company creates world’s first Regenerative Organic Certified pure vanilla extract. For two lifelong St. Croix Valley residents, a passion...
Master Gardeners Grow Community Across the St. Croix Valley
Local master gardeners dig in and give back. The St. Croix Valley Master Gardeners Association equips gardeners in Wisconsin’s Pierce and St. Croix...
Local Caterers and Food Trucks Bring That Festive Feeling
Aside from the graduate, food is a major attendee at any graduation party. If the thought of making all the food yourself is giving you pause,...
Sticks, the Ice Pop Shop Spreads Positivity on a Stick
At this local ice pop shop, positivity and fresh flavors go hand-in-hand. A frozen meal on a stick is a dream come true for a Stillwater dessert...
Fall Daytrips Are in Season
September marks the beginning of apple ripening in Minnesota. According to the University of Minnesota, most apple varieties in the area should be...
Mon Petit Chéri Shares the Art of Pastry
At Mon Petit Chéri, Emily Stahl finds her way. While one could book a flight to Europe to bite into a crisp croissant or buttery brioche, there may...
Hudson Grocery Cooperative Starts New Chapter
Local co-op is expanding to a brick-and-mortar shop. Hudson Grocery Cooperative (HGC) knows the kind of void the closing of a local grocery store...
Pinch ‘N Rub Shares Sweet Recipes Infused With Flavor
Bake something to write home about this holiday season. When the holiday season rolls around, so do the family recipes we’ve come to cherish. But if...
Jerry’s Brings Grass-Fed Beef to Shelves
Jerry’s Enterprises sources grass-fed beef directly from its ranch in Montana, prioritizing traceability and sustainability. In the far-off expanse...
Melt Pizza Company Will Have You Melting on Main Street
Chef Anthony Gilbert brings Detroit-style pies—and lots of cheesy goodness—to downtown Stillwater. Walk into Melt Pizza Company, the newest addition...
North Hudson Pepper Fest Returns
Little village, big flavor. North Hudson may have fewer than 4,000 residents, but each year in late August, nearly 10,000 people make their way into...
Tour St. Croix Valley Through a Straw
Local establishments are bringing the heat with flavorful mocktails. See you next year, cold and brutal winter. The upcoming, warmer season...
Wine Country is Closer Than You Think
Scandia couple creates a family-friendly destination for wine lovers. “Take Comfort. Drink Well.” This warm and welcoming phrase can be found on the...
Pumpkin and Pearl Baked Goods Spreads the Love
Twelve-year-old baker delivers homemade goods to Stillwater and beyond. In January 2021, Juliana Wallace and her family took a vacation to Bonita...
Thor’s Hard Cider is Branching Out in Stillwater
A local family apple orchard expands its business to hard ciders. It was around 2 a.m. when the moment of truth arrived for the nine guys gathered...
Juice Fever
The Goodery brings fresh-pressed juices, plant-based milks and more to Stillwater. From the supermarket shelves to the coffee bars around town,...
Spice Up the Season
Behind the scenes at Stillwater’s Pinch ‘n Rub Spice & Tea Hub. Nancy Figueroa has always enjoyed cooking and baking. Throughout her life,...
Celebrity Service
Always saying “yes” leads to local bakery’s success. St. Croix Baking Company owner, chef Charles Froke, was busy in the kitchen when I visited his...
