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Cool Beans
Area veteran launches a local coffee roasting business. Walter Reynolds is known in the local coffee roasting world as Roaster Walt or Wally. But he...
Garden Goodness
Seeding better nutrition. With a mere 150 square feet, I only grow what I know I’ll eat, and only the easy stuff— tomatoes, peas, zucchini, herbs...
Easy Green Chili Chicken Soup
Amanda Paa's recipes are great for beginners. Ingredients: 2 Tbsp. olive oil, divided 1 lb. chicken thighs 3/4 tsp. Watkins Fine Himalayan Pink Salt...
Food for the Soul
Hudson transplant goes from big pharma to food blogging. From breakfast and sourdough to dinners and desserts, food and lifestyle blogger Amanda Paa...
Forge and Foundry Distillery Embodies the Spirit of Stillwater
Forge and Foundry Distillery finds a home on Stillwater's Main Street. It seems to be a common theme that people who grew up here and move away are...
The Board Loon: How a Bored Minnesotan Became a Wisconsin Charcuterie Expert
A knack for making charcuterie has birthed a burgeoning business for Hudson's Kelsey Heimerl. Kelsey Heimerl of Hudson, Wis. was once a leasing...
Afton’s Yellow House Vineyard Branches into Winemaking
Cody Kaye launched Yellow House Vineyard in 2014. After years of growing and harvesting grapes, the vineyard is starting to make its own wine. Cody...
7 Homemade Halloween Treats Sure to Scare and Satisfy
Enjoy homemade Halloween treats with friends and family. If you’re feeling Halloween hospitality vibes, our goody-loving editorial team pulled...
Stuffing vs. Dressing: A Thanksgiving Dinner Vocab Primer
Wondering what the difference between a yam and a sweet potato is? We've got you covered. There are a few Thanksgiving camps, including the Tried...
Diners Review San Pedro Cafe, St. Croix Valley’s Best Restaurant
Our readers voted San Pedro Cafe their favorite restaurant again. Here's what diners had to say online. Social media offers local businesses...
Pack Your Picnic Basket and Head to One of These Local Scenic Spots
Perfect places for a picnic and the essentials you should pack. Summer provides lots of opportunities to explore the outdoors and enjoy a tasty...
Tour Your Way Through These St. Croix Valley Breweries
Plan your weekends around touring your way through St. Croix Valley breweries. Part of what’s best about the St. Croix Valley is the variety of...
Introducing Some of Our Favorite New Restaurants in the St. Croix Valley
You’ve voted for your favorite restaurants in the St. Croix Valley but be sure to also check out some of the “newer” kids. In Stillwater: Brick and...
Rosé, Gin and Sours: A Local Expert’s Patio Drink Picks
Pro tips for perfect patio sipping. Nothing says, “warmer weather is ahead” more than a fresh batch of rosé wines. In springtime our rosé section...
Axe Throwing and Good Eating at The Lumberjack Bar
Celebrate local history by lifting a glass and throwing an axe at The Lumberjack Bar. Considered the birthplace of Minnesota, Stillwater is one of...
This Personal Chef Helps You Tour the World at Your Dinner Table
Personal chef Orlando Castro brings global flavors to clients’ homes. If you’ve ever thought about hosting a big dinner party with a little extra...
Hot & Steamy Soup Recipes from Local Blogger NellieBellie
Soup recipes to bring some inner warmth in winter. Winter’s colder weather and shorter daylight hours can make us crave comfort foods. It could be a...
The Best Brunches in the St. Croix Valley
How do you choose between so many great St. Croix Valley brunch destinations? What do you do when you can’t choose between three great St. Croix...
‘The Special Occasion Destination’: Lake Elmo Inn Wows Diners Year-round
Since 1983, Lake Elmo Inn has created a year-round dining experience that’s unlike others in the Twin Cities. When you see a little child come in,...
