We dissect a brain full of party planning ideas sure to make your monster mash a smashing success. Concept 1: The Alchemist/Mad Scientist. Go with...
Shops
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...
A Tisket, A Tasket
Surprise your friends with a lovely May basket. One of the most charming, if not endearing, childhood traditions has to be the creation and delivery...
Minnesota Makers
Excelsior business brings over a hundred artists under one roof. Christa Kalk took a leap of faith when she opened the third location of her...
Spring Forward
Wesley Uthus from Primp shares this season’s most stylish trends. Fashion, you may say, has taken a back seat for many of us this past year. We’ve...
Now Trending
Medina retailer offers summer-ready fashion. “It was nerve-wracking at first, taking that leap,” says business owner Elizabeth Berg. When she first...
For Women Ready to Get Dressed Again
Presented by: It’s time you discovered the expanded and exclusive women’s line at MartinPatrick3. For discerning shoppers who crave a unique...
Pairs Well With …
Cheers to more ways to enjoy your favorite wines. Sisters Carin Skowronsky and Sarah Bryant combine their passion for wine with their business savvy...
Golden Girl
Blogger shares her love of travel—one word at a time. In 2017, Molly Golden took a step that would quickly change her career. After volunteering for...
A Full Table
“We’re uniquely positioned to hit on all cylinders.” “The Grocer’s Table is exactly what Wayzata needed,” says Erica A. on a Facebook review. Talk...
Julieta Shoes are Stylish and Scientifically Designed for Comfort
Julieta footwear favors luxury and support. When it comes to luxury, comfort steps to the front of the line, which is why Wayzata couple Fernando...
Wayzata Flower Boutique Makes Centerpieces as Easy as A.B.C.
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...
Rebel Girl Floral Arranges ‘Flowers for the Wild at Heart’
This local florist never makes the same arrangement twice and offers florals for any occasion. If you’ve seen it once, you won’t see it twice. With...
These Waterproof, Wipeable Pants Will Keep Your Kids Clean and Comfortable
A local mom created RubyScootz because her daughter's pants were always getting destroyed while she was crawling around. My daughter scooted on her...
Ooh La La Boutique Doubles in Size to ‘Accommodate Everyone’
Excelsior boutique expands its space and offerings. “We started expansion in January,” says owner Connie Frederick. After knocking down the wall...
A Daytrip Tour of Downtown Excelsior
Our editor's guide to where to shop and eat in downtown Excelsior. Breakfast at Red Bench Bakery Enjoy a perfect mix of French baking sophistication...
3 Tried and True Kitchen Tools from Kowalski’s Market
Top three kitchen contraptions that won’t needlessly clutter up your kitchen. Everyone has that one drawer in their kitchen, overflowing with...
Wayzata-based Dog Threads Strikes a Deal on ‘Shark Tank’
Owners Gina and Scott Davis made a deal with star Mark Cuban. Wayzata-based company Dog Threads, which produces matching apparel for dogs and their...
Here’s the Trick to a Successful Staycation
Many come to the Lake Minnetonka area each year for their own vacations. If you put on your staycation goggles, you will see our community in a...
Local Kids’ Clothiers Dish on Micro Fashion
Oh Baby! and Honey P's Boutique offer ideas for dressing kids in style and with a smile. Oh Baby! Tom and Mary Lauer have been in the kids’ clothing...
