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...
Recipes
Fish Dish to Support Healthy Skin
I’ve been obsessed with makeup since I was a preteen. As I’ve “matured,” I’ve discovered that the secret to any truly great look starts with really...
The Value of Veganism
Lifestyle blogger Kelly Zugay chats vegansim, plus vegan recipes and dishes from around town. The vegan diet, also known as veganism, has been...
Cheers to a Healthy New Year
Like so many, I always tend to start the new year with a health kick—a new gym, yoga, immunity shots and essential oils. I’ve tried it all. This...
Don’t Be a Chicken About Roasting Chicken
Kowalski’s has received Best Rotisserie Chicken awards multiple times, including as recently as last October. It’s so convenient. It’s a wonder...
Snowflake Cocktail
Entertaining this winter but not sure what to serve as a signature cocktail? I’ve whipped up this wintry sip to much acclaim and highly recommend...
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,...
The Most Important Oatmeal of the Day
Back to school means back to a good, healthy breakfast. For many of us, some form of cereal is a staple in the morning meal rotation. Boxed cold...
Kids in the Kitchen
Teaching kids to cook can be an enjoyable, educational and tasty way to spend time together. Start teaching your kids to cook early and slow with...
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...
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...
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...
Our Editor’s Praline Apple Pie Recipe
St. Croix Valley Magazine editor Angela Johnson shares a family favorite praline apple pie recipe. Years ago in a bible study for moms, I remember...
Stillwater Speakeasy Serves Up Summer Gin Cocktails
Drink recipes from the Velveteen Speakeasy. Velveteen Speakeasy—hidden in the lowest level of 123 Second Street in Stillwater—feels at once like an...
This Mexican Cocktail from Pedro’s Del Este Will Warm You Up This Winter
The Golden Eye cocktail will warm you from the inside out. We long for warm-weather vacations this time of year. In lieu of that, there’s Pete...
Talking Turkey with Local Food Blogger NellieBellie
Warm up with comfort food from local food blogger Janel, AKA, Nellie Bellie at nelliebellie.com. Ingredients 1 roll refrigerated crescent rolls 1 8...
New Fitness Center Offers Comprehensive Wellness Coaching
Having to leave behind physical activities that you love as you age is something people have accepted over the years. But it doesn’t have to be...
Recipe: Praline Apple Pie
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...
