Entertain Archives - Lake Minnetonka Magazine

Graze Local Provides Customizable Charcuterie Boards and Boxes

“The presentation is just lovely.” As a customizable charcuterie business, Excelsior’s Graze Local makes made-to-order graze boxes and boards that...

How to Fondue: Delicious Recipes and Helpful Tips for a Fun Night In

Entertain, Ingredients, Recipes

A couple of local food experts share their favorite fondue recipes and tips. Spending an evening gathered around a bubbling fondue pot of melted...

5 Tips for Being a Great Dinner Guest

Entertain, Noteworthy

Impress your hosts by following these five easy guidelines. Over the years, I’ve shared strategies for hosting holiday parties, but the hardest part...

Wayzata Flower Boutique Makes Centerpieces as Easy as A.B.C.

Entertain, Interior Design, Shops

Arrange beautiful centerpieces with the help of Lilia Flower Boutique. The menu is complete. The table is set. It’s time to place the exclamation...

Big Batch Cocktails for the Holiday Season

Drinks, Entertain, Recipes

Big batch cocktail recipes for Thanksgiving, December holidays and New Year's. The countdown starts now—three months of eat, drink and be...

Cooking Game for Thanksgiving Dinner: Recipes, Tips and More

Entertain, Ingredients, Local Makers, Recipes

Local food blogger Michele Phillips offers recipes and tips for cooking duck, pheasant and Cornish hens for Thanksgiving dinner. Our more than...

Your Guide to Planning a Lake Minnetonka Bachelorette Party

Entertain, Outdoors, Restaurants

Melissa Johnson of MLJ Vacay shares tips for a perfect pre-wedding party on Lake Minnetonka. Planning a vacation can be daunting, especially when...

‘Only the Best’: The Caterers in Hopkins Handles All Things Food

Entertain, Local Makers

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...