Newcomer Painter Creek Winery & Cidery offers drinks and on-site events. Minnesota’s cold climate doesn’t seem like an ideal place to grow...
Dining
Excelsior Gets Saucy
Red Sauce Rebellion brings a streamlined, flavorful experience to the former site of Victor’s on Water, steps from the owners’ original Coalition,...
Local Farmers Markets Reopen in May and June
Hooray! It’s farmers market season once again. Don’t miss the opening days of our local favorites, this month and next. Minnetonka Farmers Market...
Chef Annie Wobbeking Caters to Rock Stars and Busy Local Parents Alike
Annie Wobbeking runs a happy kitchen—she loves to cook. From her commercial kitchen nestled at the intersection of Minnetonka, Plymouth, Golden...
Battle of the Lake Area Brunches
We’re approaching that glorious time of year when the breakfast-lunch mash-up is the center of attention. For special occasions like Easter or...
Spring Foodie Picks from the General Store of Minnetonka
When spring has sprung, fresh food does, too. We pack away our frozen vegetables for farmers-market fresh, trade in soups for salads and maybe even...
Minnetonka Doughnut Crawl
The humble yet oh-so-delicious doughnut is having a serious moment in the spotlight right now and lucky for us, local options abound for sprinkled...
Lake Area St. Patrick’s Day Celebrations
St. Patrick’s Day brings out the Irish in all of us. This year, celebrate with a traditional Irish meal and a perfectly poured pint of Guinness at...
Bait & Hook: Our Pick for a Destination Seafood Eatery
Urban city centers and trendy suburbs are no longer the only hubs for great dining. Acclaimed restaurants are popping up all over Minnesota, in...
Breakfast and Lunch are Elevated to Tasty New Heights at Wayzata’s Newest Eatery
It’s a great time to be a foodie in Wayzata. Over the last year, several new restaurants from some of the Twin Cities’ most respected chefs have...
New Year, New Cocoa
Try this tasty (and healthy) beverage at home. Improving one’s health is the quintessential New Year’s resolution. Local holistic health guru Jodi...
Charcuterie Board and Wine Pairings that are Sure to Impress Your Guests
Local experts dish out their tips for creating the perfect charcuterie board—and beverage pairings—to set a no-fuss tone for New Year’s Eve...
Gianni’s Serves Super Steaks and Service
Enjoy the season with fine dining. White-tablecloth dining is alive and well in downtown Wayzata. Gianni’s Steakhouse showcases elegant steaks,...
Crisp and Green Provides a Relaxed Dining Experience for Its Guests
Lily Smith, co-founder of Crisp and Green, grew up and went to high school in Wayzata. The fast-casual restaurant opened here last November. (A...
Lake Views and Local Brews
Spring Park’s Back Channel Brewing Collective invites you to take in the scenery while you sip a new beer. This summer’s newest taproom is on Lake...
Paris on the Lake at Bellecour
Star chef Gavin Kaysen talks about his new Wayzata bistro, Bellecour. Le chef et le bistro Gavin Kaysen is sanguine about the whole “celebrity chef”...
Al and Alma’s Enchants Lake Lovers
Come by boat or come by car, Al and Alma’s Supper Club is a destination. Drop anchor in Mound along the grassy, tree-lined shores of Cooks Bay....
Top 10 Lakeside Happy Hours
Where to sip this summer. Summers are for sipping—and lingering, laughing and lounging with friends. Here’s a handy happy hour guide (numbered in no...
6Smith, an Eatery for ‘Suburban Urbanites,’ Celebrates Artisan Ingredients and Authentic Flavors
Randy Stanley’s 6Smith caters to all kinds of diners with its relaxed vibe and lovingly crafted food. When 6Smith owner Randy Stanley first moved to...
Minnetonka’s YoYo Donuts & Coffee Bar Takes a Fresh Approach to a Classic Breakfast Treat
Donut shop offers fresh rolls, ice cream and coffee, all rooted in family traditions. Donuts practically grow on Chris Moquist’s family tree. His...
