I love a good party, don’t you? Summertime soirées are the best of the best—when summer winds embrace the celebration, clear skies tent the festivities and fresh and brightly dressed florals deliver color-filled and scented décor. Image the scene—right here, within our pages.
This issue invites readers to the “party of the year”—the Best of Lake Minnetonka, all wrapped up in a lovely bouquet of words and images, brought to you by our team of writers, contributors, photographers, art directors and production team.
Like any well-planned party, this July issue begins with appetizers, if you will. Our Noteworthy section offers a lovely selection of quick reads, which we hope whet your appetite for more. Next, move to our Departments section, and you’ll find more extensive content, featuring articles about artfully creative, service-minded and inclusion-focused residents who are part of what makes this area “the best” location to call home.
Ah, yes, the main entrée—on page 36, you’ll find results of the annual Readers’ Choice Poll, which garnered more votes than ever and a full plate of your favorites. I encourage you to save this issue and refer to it whenever you need a bit of local business, retail or service inspiration. Speaking of inspiration, on page 43, discover how I spent delightful days and evenings around the lake area, where I found some favorites of my own!
For dessert, our Tastemakers section on page 52 highlights how local mixologists are taking their craft to the next level with interesting takes on classic cocktails and newfound favorites.
Enjoy it all—every last bit, and be sure to RSVP for next year’s Best of Lake Minnetonka celebration by voting at lakeminnetonkamag.com as the clock strikes midnight on January 1, 2025.
