A pumpkin is a pumpkin is a pumpkin—well, not really. Discover why during the month of October as the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum presents the...
Noteworthy
Don’t skip a good, healthy breakfast.
For many of us, some form of cereal is a staple in the morning meal rotation. Boxed cold cereals and precooked grains are convenient and can be...
It’s time to try something new!
This cocktail is very easy to prepare and non-committal, too, as these ingredients are often available in smaller format bottles, so give it a try....
There’s a New Girl in Town
“I saw a gap in the Excelsior market for a fresh, edgy women’s store,” Connie Frederick says. “We’re drawing in a new audience, and we’re...
Debut Novel Makes an Impact
Brit Bennett was only in her mid-20s when The Mothers, her debut novel, was released. She took the publishing world by storm with this book, which...
Kids in the Kitchen
Teaching kids to cook can be an enjoyable, educational and tasty way to spend time together. Start teaching your kids to cook early and slow with...
Help Aging Parents Prepare for Moving From Their Homes
There comes a time when we may need to help our parents downsize and move from their homes. Being well organized can make this process much easier....
Do you have a Float Plan?
Anyone who’s missed traveling will enjoy vicariously exploring the Caribbean through the pages of this novel. Float Plan’s heroine, Anna, struggled...
School Building has its Own History Lesson
In March 1915, ground was broken for the construction of Excelsior High School on the corner of what is today Highway 7 and Oak Street. The red...
Artist Uses Centuries Old Decorative Style
“I used to dream about opening a floral shop with vintage curated clothing,” says Art Girls co-founder Hollie Gaines. “For me, it was a recipe...
Refreshing Cocktail “Looks Just Like the Sunset”
I’ve chosen another novice-level cocktail for the Dog Days of Summer, and I thought it’d be good to hang onto the last bit of the season with a...
Speaking of words …
Do you have a favorite quote from a book? Are there words that you can read over and over and still find fresh layers of meaning? Recently, I found...
Garden Goodies
Get ready to serve the “best” balsamic vinaigrette. With a mere 150 square feet, I only grow what I know I’ll eat and only the easy stuff—tomatoes,...
The Husband’s Secret
Title tagged as best breakout novel. In honor of this month’s “Best of” theme, this book is one of the best breakout novels of the last decade....
Create Your Own “Best of” List
Whether I’m scrolling through social media or picking up a magazine, I am always drawn to the “best of” lists. Having those recommendations can make...
Best Sip
Savor rose petal, eucalyptus, herb and tobacco notes. I’ve chosen a wonderful Barolo for our Best of Sip feature for a couple reasons. This region...
This Heartfelt Novel has Just the Right Amount of Drama
Natalie Jenner’s debut novel, The Jane Austen Society, is a perfect, heartwarming read. Natalie Jenner’s debut novel, The Jane Austen Society, is a...
Island is Brought to Life Through Photographer’s Eye
Photographer Peter Wong’s artistry has perfectly captured the quaint fishing island of Burano. Tucked away 40 miles north of Venice, Italy, is the...
Flor de Sevilla Spritz
Infused spirits brighten up this cocktail. This very refreshing cocktail might seem a bit simple, but the key here is convenience and portability....
Whitefish Tacos with Chipotle Lime Crema
As an art form, food has a lot to offer. If there is one thing social media has shown us, it’s that food is a very visual medium. Unlike other types...
