There’s something to be said about owning a unique piece of artwork handcrafted by an area artist. I have several pieces in my own home that I’ve...
April 2023
Saturday Night at the Lakeside Supper Club
While supper clubs may be gradually vanishing relics, we’re lucky those that remain are largely concentrated in the upper Midwest. We’re also lucky...
Croque Madame
These days, more than ever, I favor one-skillet meals. Very rarely will I drag out more than two pans to make anything. This recipe, however, takes...
Painted Lady
Hudson resident photographs the beauty of the great outdoors. Hobbyist and nature photographer Lisa Townsend captured this photo in her Hudson...
Creative Spaces by Minnesotans
Local artisans flourish through Smith + Trade Collaborative. Minnesota made. Minnesota loved. Promoting local craftsmanship from Minnesotan artisans...
Laundry Room Essentials
A great, long-lasting wardrobe requires care and thought when it comes to laundry. While I typically advise clients to invest in quality pieces,...
Bluegrass, Bourbon and Brews
Live music and drinks festival returns to River Falls. For more than 10 years, the Bluegrass, Bourbon and Brews Festival has brought the River Falls...
Turning Inspiration Into Reality
Interior Impressions creates a modern farmhouse-inspired abode. What began as an inspiration in a magazine is now a newly built Hastings home that...
New Greenhouse Takes Root in Afton
An Afton family renovates and reopens Squire House Gardens as Horta Culture. Jill Livingston has always had a green thumb. Growing up on 65 acres in...
Pets Love Flowers, Too
Flowers are always a welcome gift! They can cheer you up when you are down, make gray days bright and make you feel better when you are sick—on the...
An Artistic Adventure
St. Croix Valley area artist finds inspiration in Minnesota and beyond. The Artist Largely self-taught artist Mary Jo Van Dell evokes the beauty of...
Exploring the World of Birding
Mother’s Day marigolds turn a lifelong passion into a nationally recognized eco-tour business. When photographer and birding guide Kyle Te Poel was...
A New Bar with Old School Cool
Hudson gains a “new” bar with help from local beer industry expert Brett Splinter. There’s a new spot in town for folks looking for a friendly,...
