Editor Angela Johnson shares a family favorite. Years ago in a bible study for moms, I remember one of my favorite portions of the morning included...
Dining
Growing Good Farmers
Big River Farms is a St. Croix Valley certified organic vegetable farm comprising, according to Minnesota Food Association programs manager Laura...
Review: The New Current Restaurant at Afton House Inn and Drink Recipe from Pier 500 in Hudson
Visiting Afton for the art fair this month? Stick around for Current’s new view: There’s more to see (and taste) than stunning art. One could say...
Fall Harvest Fun at Local Orchards
Apple orchard season is just around the corner. After Labor Day weekend, most orchards open to the public with harvest activities that are fun for...
Local Candyland Shop Remains Popular with Candy Lovers of All Ages
Some of the best childhood memories are connected to food—sweet treats in particular. Most everyone can recall their first solo trip to the candy...
Feed Your Mind with a Local Activity That’ll Give You a Break and a New Skill
Summer’s here, and with the rising temps comes an inescapable urge to plan a getaway. You can add a dose of the interesting and exotic to your...
Downtown Stillwater’s Newest Dining Destination Brings Fresh Coastal Cuisine with a Side of Bourbon
Joy. It’s the end goal of Pearl & the Thief’s managing partner and co-owner Joseph Pirri, who along with chef owner Justin Sutherland and a host...
Strawberry Festivals Forever
Come hungry for Afton’s annual Strawberry Festival. Strawberry lovers, get set: the annual Afton Strawberry Festival is just around the corner....
World’s Tastiest Truck Stop
Everyone’s favorite food on-the-go option, all in one place. Seeing a food truck parked on the side of the road is a true sign of summer. But what...
Biking Across the Valley
You simply can’t appreciate all of the local summertime scenery from behind a windshield. Biking allows riders to get some exercise, breathe fresh...
Paddy Ryan’s Wears the Whiskey Crown of the St. Croix
The Irish poet Patrick Kavanagh once composed the lines: O commemorate me where there is water, Canal water, preferably, so stilly Greeny at the...
Review: Hudson Food Walk and Stillwater’s Foodies on Foot
Take a Food Walk tour for a sample of Hudson’s ever-expanding culinary scene. Few would disagree that Hudson’s downtown has become a bona fide...
Mother’s Day Homemade
A top pick from Kowalski’s head of culinary, Rachael Perron. While Mom tends to be the unsung hero of the home, chances are she has some opinions...
Sara’s Tipsy Pies Are Heavy on Originality and Flavor
Please Eat Responsibly. The secret behind Sara’s Tipsy Pies is an incredible crust. The crust is so important to Sara Hayden, founder and co-owner...
Cocktails from the Tilted Tiki in Stillwater
A new-ish tiki bar seeks to give its guests a year-round mini-vacation to the tropics. The St. Croix Valley might seem a far cry from the ocean this...
Wine and Dine at Chilkoot Café and Cyclery
This neighborhood coffeeshop and cyclery has more to offer than a great cuppa Joe. Many a morning patron to Chilkoot Café and Cyclery in Stillwater...
A Familiar Face in Downtown Hudson Brings a New Twist to the Business Scene
Just down the street from her Urban Olive and Vine, Kay Timm is eight months into embarking on another endeavor in downtown Hudson. One that, along...
Delicious Dishes: Dissected
Some of the St. Croix Valley’s best restaurants share recipes for crowd-pleasing dishes you can make at home. The St. Croix Valley is full of...
A Q&A with the State’s Prize-winning Grocery Bagger, Kowalski’s Caleb Meyer
The Minnesota Grocers Association holds its Best Bagger Contest every year. This August was the 29th annual, and the winner was Mahtomedi High...
Spring Wines
Golden Gris The Golden Gris is made from two grapes developed at the University of Minnesota: La Crescent, with flavors of ripe apricots and honey,...
