Brookside Bar & Grill reopens with four new leaders at the helm. Nestled on the shore of the St. Croix River in historic Marine on Saint Croix,...
Dining
Gártha (Cheers!) to St. Patrick’s Day
When it comes to marking St. Patrick’s Day, some folks enjoy a spirited sip to toast the celebration. Need suggestions? Wine: Try Perseverance...
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...
Coffee Bike on the Go in Stillwater
Buna means “coffee” in Amharic, but for Megan Lee, it represents much more. “We have gained many friends who are Ethiopian or Eritrean immigrants,”...
Made With Love Chicken Recipe
My husband learned early on in our relationship that I had serious skills in the kitchen. I learned early on that he loved any pasta dish with...
Festive Sips to Get Into the Holiday Spirit
It’s the time of the year to gather with your friends and family and have a nice ale by the fire. Stillwater’s O’Brien’s Wine and Spirits offers an...
Homemade Swedish Meatballs to Bring to the Holiday Table
I’m a fan of many, many world cuisines, and I’m lucky to have the opportunity to explore the foods and recipes of other cultures as a part of my...
New Bistro Serves Up Familiar But Elevated Eats
Black Rooster Bistro serves up flare in downtown Hudson. Black Rooster Bistro is bringing a hyper-local eating experience to downtown Hudson,...
Frightfully Good Halloween Cocktails
Get in the Halloween spirit with these Halloween spirits. Halloween isn’t just for the younger set. Prepare some spirited beverages for your over-21...
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...
Craving and Carving All Things Pumpkin
Schiltgen Farms shares pumpkin growing tips, plus pumpkin-flavored recipes from Lunds & Byerlys. There’s nothing more iconic to the month of...
Go-To Grill Mixes
My husband and I recently refurbished my outdoor gas grill. We’ve done this several times before, opting to install new components rather than trash...
Restauranteur Behind The Wild Hare Discusses Inspiration
Dariush Moslemi infuses his food with memories from another decade. For restauranteur Dariush Moslemi, cooking has always been a passion. Moslemi...
Wine Education, In Two Easy Steps
Sip and learn with John F. Farrell III. Here’s the secret to wine education: Drink wine. It is that easy. There are two rules to follow. Drink what...
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...
Kid Friendly Summer Drinks
It’s the weekend. You have friends coming over, and they are bringing their kids. You have food and cocktails planned, but what are you giving the...
Easy Air Fried Pork Bites Recipe
I recently moved and, in the course of packing, went through the process of cleaning out my kitchen cabinets. I was particularly focused on weeding...
Homemade Dog Treat Recipe
I’ve written many recipes for loved ones over the years: sister, daughter, son, husband, mother-in-law, best friend and so on. However, there is one...
Enjoy Cultural Cuisine from Restaurants Around the Valley
Enjoy various cultural cuisines at local restaurants. There’s no shortage of cultural cuisine in the Valley—residents and visitors alike can taste...
Cheers to Springtime
If you have a bottle of white wine that has been rolling around in your fridge for months or a red wine that has been sitting too long on the wine...
