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‘Ayesha at Last’ is a Romantic Winter Weekend Read Inspired by Jane Austen
Read a romance by the fire. Uzma Jalaluddin’s Ayesha at Last centers on Ayesha and Khalid, two Muslim Canadians. This novel is loosely inspired...
What Does Living Your Best Life Really Mean?
Is this trendy phrase a real thing? Social media is filled with the caption and hashtag “Living my best life!” Often it accompanies a photo of...
This Month’s Liquor Pick is a Brandy That Will Definitely Warm You Up
Torres 10 is like brandy meets sherry meets rum, our liquor expert says. For January, this will warm you up. This is not a cocktail rum. I’d say...
The History of Ice Boating on Lake Minnetonka
Ice boating came to Lake Minnetonka in the 1880s, and is still popular to this day. In the 1880s, ice boating came to Lake Minnetonka with the first...
How to Pick the Perfect Christmas Tree
The University of Minnesota Extension’s horticulture experts offer a few tips for picking the perfect Christmas tree this year. Run a branch through...
Meet Excelsior Mayor Todd Carlson
A lightning round of questions with Excelsior mayor Todd Carlson. We asked Excelsior mayor Todd Carlson to weigh in on his move to town, his...
The Best Sparkling Wines for the Holidays
Local liquor expert Kevin Castellano recommends some great sparkling wines. For December I’ve chosen some great sparkling wines—something a bit...
The Bright Side of Winter
Writer Anne Marie Ruff Grewal reflects on the daily brilliance of winter. As the days shorten and winter appears in earnest, I like to look on the...
Sauvignon Blanc is Our Wine Expert’s Thanksgiving Dinner Go-to
It’s time to start planning Thanksgiving dinner, and sauvignon blanc is always a good pairing for turkey, ham and sweet potatoes. For November I’ve...
November in Minnesota Signals Start of Winter—But That’s Not a Bad Thing
Writer Anne Marie Ruff Grewal gives a fresh perspective on an unpopular month. For me, November brings a pang of nostalgia that summer has passed...
Soothe Your Soul with Solo Travel
While it might sound intimidating, solo travel is good for the mind, body and soul. Around the holidays, it’s helpful to talk about how you...
Meet One of the Pioneers of Excelsior’s Horticultural History
A.W. Latham was a member of the State Horticulture Society for 59 years. A.W. Latham (1845-1932) was the epitome of the nurserymen who played a...
Recipe: Mediterranean Chicken Pasta is a Weeknight Family Favorite
Editorial board member shares a favorite family weeknight dish. Sometimes the most beloved family recipes aren’t the ones trotted out once a year...
When Side Effects Go Right
Side effects can sometimes be a really good thing. This is something I recently learned when getting treatment for my knee pain. I’ve been battling...
Art Aficionados, You Need to Visit Santa Fe
Have you experienced the charming Canyon Art Road? Traveling and art go hand in hand. One great destination for art aficionados and novices alike is...
Part of Yellowstone Trail, Which Once Crossed America, Survives in Excelsior
The motto for the trail was “A Good Road from Plymouth Rock to Puget Sound.” Through the years, I’ve noticed signs for the Yellowstone Trail as...
Hosting a Dinner Party? Use These Tips from MasterChef Junior Ariana Feygin
Tips from Masterchef Junior Ariana Feygin. Prep, prep, prep. When I host my private dining experiences, one of the most important parts of making...
October Wine Recommendation: Pour a Glass of GD Vajra’s Blends
GD Vajra from Piedmont, Italy makes terrific wines, and while their single varietal ones are great, our columnist says the blend is a good way to...
Writer Reflects on Minnesota’s Fall Colors
In October, the trees are shutting down their solar factories for the winter, and celebrating with a grand show of fall colors. In October, the...
