A 1905 Lake Minnetonka home blends the indoors and outdoors on its century-old porches. When you speak with Barbara Burgum about her 1905 Craftsman...
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Plan Mother’s Day With Sweet and Savory Brunch Specialties
Restaurants around town are celebrating moms through a variety of brunch options. This has to rank right up there on the special occasion stress...
How To Elevate Your March Madness Spread
Take basketball watch parties from a toss-up to a slam dunk. Interest in basketball, specifically women’s collegiate match ups, has ramped up over...
Raise a Glass To March Madness
To add a citrus punch to the party, Katie Tomsche, the content manager Lunds & Byerlys, has a couple of tart and bright ideas for a March...
Honey + Milk Is Dessert on Wheels
Ice cream sandwich cart adds fun twist to special events. Kaley Lau has always been inspired by creative, delicious food and beautifully designed...
Heather’s Brings Fresh Flavors to Minnetonka
Dining spot’s second location settles into Minnetonka neighborhood. Heather’s, a neighborhood eatery, serving tasty mealtime staples and more,...
Recipes for the Morning After the Reception
For some couples, the wedding celebration spills over to the next day with gift opening parties or gatherings to bid farewell to traveling guests...
Zoe’s Gone Bananas for Banana Bread
February really is the month of love—even for something that isn’t heart shaped or chocolate. Mark the date; February 23 is National Banana Bread...
Conclude Your Wedding Reception on a Sweet Note
Chart new territory with the help from local bakers and makers. For some guests, it’s what they look forward to the most at a wedding reception—the...
Here Come the … Bouquets
Happily, I was married in June of last year. As a professional gardener, I felt confident in creating my own centerpieces. Let’s walk through the...
Doggy Social Helps Couples Include Their Pets in the Big Day
One isn’t surprised to see a best man at a wedding, but don’t forget about including a good boy! (or girl). Since 2018, Doggy Social helps wedding...
Editor Shares Her Wedding Primer for Parents
Preparation is key when it comes to marking a child’s marriage milestone. The wedding. While we all know who the stars of this show are, there are...
Event Planner Shares the Steps To Planning the Perfect Destination Wedding
Danae Brennan explores the FAQs for destination I Dos. Wedding planning entails its fair share of contingency plans for all the “What ifs?” Will the...
Crostini Are the Perfect Appetizer for the Holidays
While hosting friends and family for holiday dinners, home cooks often need a go-to nibble to keep hungry guests at bay until the meal is ready for...
Santa Claus Lane Hosts Festive Holiday Brunches
Santa Claus Lane is bustling with festive activities. Visit Santa Claus Lane, and enjoy a variety of festive activities, including a Santa Claus...
Santa and Mrs. Claus Are Holiday Ready
This jolly couple (LynDelle and Brett Vasey) find joy in sharing the holidays with the community. In case you weren’t aware, logic comes into play...
RoundWreath Creates Wreaths for More Than Just the Holidays
A Mound resident circles back to a new career. Little did Laura Lecy know that a COVID-19-induced craft exercise would result in a burgeoning...
Expert Wine Recommendations
Wine can play different roles, especially during the holidays. The team members at Glen Lake Wine and Spirits suggest these wines as ones they...
Behind the Buzz of Excelsior’s Airbnb The Apiary
Home away from home offers holiday visitors a room (and more) of their own. Here come the holidays, and with that—here come family and other...
Cozy up to Some Warm Wintertime Drinks
Heat up this frosty season with toasty beverages. There’s nothing quite like a warm cuppa. Engaging its chameleon-like properties, it’s the beverage...
