Learn about zinfandel. For May, I’ve picked a terrific California zinfandel to kick off the grilling season. Klinker Brick Winery in Lodi,...
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Nautical Bowls Goes Mobile with Food Truck
Minnetonka’s Nautical Bowls launches a mobile spot for acai goodness. Husband-and-wife team Bryant and Rachel Amundson founded Minnetonka’s Nautical...
Mound Native Writes Her Life Story Through Recipes in New Cookbook
When Jules Meyer completed her cookbook titled Passion: My Journey through Food, she realized she'd written her life story. Food has always been at...
The Best Bloody Marys in the Twin Cities
Take a sip of some of the best bloody Marys in the Lake Minnetonka area and beyond. A celery rib here, a pickle spear there, a hot pepper over...
Discover the Fun of Morel Hunting Season
The rich rewards of hunting spring mushrooms. May brings the hunt for morels, the most coveted of Minnesota mushrooms. With their honeycombed caps...
Kai’s Sushi & Grill is On a Roll
Sushi's popularity in the Twin Cities western suburbs has been blossoming, thanks in large part to Kai's Sushi & Grill. Sushi, the Japanese dish...
This Rosé Has Serious Street Cred at a Steal of a Price
Triennes rosé is nice and dry with bright, crisp strawberry and melon flavors, and great acidity. For April, I have chosen a wonderful rosé with...
The Vine Room Brings the California Wine Scene to Hopkins
Hopkins’ new The Vine Room offers wine and a Cali vibe downtown. Ali Hanson may be the owner of The Vine Room, a recently opened wine bar in...
‘The Best I’ve Ever Had’: Minnetrista’s Buddy Boy Barbeque Draws a Crowd
Buddy Boy Barbeque draws fans of smoked meats year-round. When the wind is blowing in the right direction, the air around Love’s Garage on Highway 7...
This Wine Has an Everyday Price-point, but Doesn’t Taste Like It
Aviary Cabernet Sauvignon is just $15.99, and would be a great contender in a blind tasting. For March, I’ve chosen a wine that is great for the...
This Italian Blend is the Perfect Wine for Valentine’s Day
For Valentine’s Day, sip on an Italian blend from Banfi. I’ve chosen a great red wine from Banfi for February. Banfi has long been known for...
‘Only the Best’: The Caterers in Hopkins Handles All Things Food
Kitchen turns out great food and deep culture in Hopkins. If you’ve ever met someone who is doing what they’re truly meant to be doing in life, you...
How to Pair Cheese, Wine and Chocolate for a Perfect Valentine’s Day Spread
Local cheesemongers and wine experts share their recommendations for a perfect Valentine’s Day spread. Whether you’re hosting a romantic dinner,...
Former Viking Chad Greenway Gets Into the Booze Business with Gray Duck Vodka
Retired Viking Chad Greenway creates a hit spirits line. From throwing the football to brewing spirits, Chad Greenway, Wayzata resident and...
3 Unconventional Destinations for a Wine-focused Vacation
Take a wine-focused vacation that bucks the clichés. When you think of wine, food and travel, places like Napa and Italy typically first come to...
Boom Island Brewing Brings Belgian Beer to Minnetonka
After an eight-year run in Minneapolis, Boom Island Brewing moves its taproom to Minnetonka, tripling its space and keeping its dog- and...
Want Fresh Fruit in Winter? Try Crab Apple Trees
Eating winter’s underappreciated abundance. In January, winter sets in, typically with the coldest days of the year. Local fresh fruit seems a...
These Minnetonka Women Can Help You Live a Fad Free Lifestyle
Two Minnetonka moms provide healthy solutions for keeping New Year's resolutions. Minnetonka’s Ashley Robins and Samantha Moscoe ditched their...
This Month’s Liquor Pick is a Brandy That Will Definitely Warm You Up
Torres 10 is like brandy meets sherry meets rum, our liquor expert says. For January, this will warm you up. This is not a cocktail rum. I’d say...
BA Craftmade Aprons Gives Back with Service Industry Health Fund
Project Black & Blue gives back to chefs struggling with physical or mental illnesses. Kate Meier and Trent Taher are living the dream; their BA...
