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”...
Restaurants
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...
Olive’s Fresh Pizza Bar Serves Traditional and Modern Pies in Excelsior
Duff Smith shares the story behind Excelsior’s favorite pizza spot. There is almost nothing as comforting as made-from-scratch pizza—but, to be...
Birch’s Takes Over Lakeside Location
After months of renovation and expansion, Birch’s On the Lake opens where Billy’s Lighthouse once stood. Since 2008, the space that was...
The Tastiest Lake-Area Breakfasts
Fabulous breakfasts to linger over around town. Are you tired of hearing that breakfast is the most important meal of the day? Besides which, if...
Cōv Brings Nantucket Charm to Wayzata’s Main Drag
Cōv brings a bit of Nantucket to Wayzata's main drag. Thanks to Cōv Restaurant, located on Lake Street in downtown Wayzata, you no longer have to...
Coalition Opens In Excelsior
Coalition Restaurant in Excelsior dishes up classic fare with a local twist. ONLINE HED: Coalition Opens In Excelsior HED: Locally Focused,...
Minnetonka General Store Upgrades Café Offerings
Minnetonka General Store Café and Bistro celebrates family tradition and good food from the harvest. It’s tempting to assume that the Minnetonka...
Make-Your-Own Sushi like Sakana’s Johnny Kwon
Enliven a winter’s evening with make-your-own sushi recipes from Sakana’s Johnny Kwon. A sure-fire way to thwart the winter doldrums is to get busy...
The Muni of Wayzata
The Wayzata Bar & Grill might be moving to a new location, but they plan to keep the same charm that’s made it a Wayzata mainstay. It’s a place...
