Lake Minnetonka Magazine April 2025 Issue

Welcome to the April 2025 Issue

Welcome to this month’s homes issue. As always, our writers develop articles with you, Readers, top of mind. The goal is to not only highlight local...
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Mark Williams owner of Mark D. Williams Custom Homes Inc.

Twin Cities Builder Looks To Turn a Philosophy Into a Reality

Deephaven home leans into Scandinavian architecture and design. If anyone can bring a home’s philosophical design to life, it’s Mark Williams. Full...
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The fireplace elements for a home on Breezy Point Road in Woodland, illustrate some of the homeowners’ special interests, and Erik Wyckoff was able to bring their vision to life through his work. “The design was significantly influenced by the clients’ extensive travels and philanthropy to many African villages,” says Jason Kruell, vice president with Charles Cudd Co. “Erik’s design allowed them to express their commitment and involvement in those communities.”

Woodcarver Brings Bespoke Details to Homes

Woodcarver’s work embraces a sense of enchanting timelessness. Consider the possibilities when a school fieldtrip ignites and inspires a student’s...
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With Lake Minnetonka a whisper view away, spending moments on one of Barbara Burgum’s porches allows for hitting the high note with solitary or group gatherings.

Lakeside Home Has a Porch for Every Season

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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ninetwentyfive Mother's Day brunch

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...
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Lake Minnetonka Magazine March 2025

Welcome to the March 2025 Issue

The memory is embedded in my mind. It was about this time of year. We had just moved to the Twin Cities—for the second time. I sat one evening at...
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Best of Lake Minnetonka 2025 Finalists

Announcing the Best of Lake Minnetonka 2025 Finalists

We invited readers to vote for the best the Lake Minnetonka area has to offer throughout January in our annual readers’ poll. The poll is now...
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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...
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Kaley and Shanan Lau

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...
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Flavor, color and texture arrive by way of a Buddha Bowl.

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,...
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Bricks to Bread Creates Opportunities for Students

Two local girls help build a brick oven in Costa Rica for a family in need. During the summer before high school, students might fill their days in...
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Lake Minnetonka Magazine February 2025

Welcome to the February 2025 Issue

Readers, you’re always on the top of our invitation list to join us in celebrating the latest issue of Lake Minnetonka Magazine, but this month is...
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Cheesecake Funk

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...
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Editors Share the Stories of Their Unique Weddings

From cityscapes to country roads, here's a look at the details behind two special days. The celebration of love, unity and the start of a new...
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Sophia and Luke Wedding

Two Professional Hockey Players Tie the Knot in Wayzata

With touches from the past and hearts directed to the future, a couple recalls a beautiful Lake Minnetonka area wedding. A cherished mother’s...
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Lake Minnetonka Magazine April 2025 Issue

Welcome to the April 2025 Issue

Welcome to this month’s homes issue. As always, our writers develop articles with you, Readers, top of mind. The goal is to not only highlight local...
Mark Williams owner of Mark D. Williams Custom Homes Inc.

Twin Cities Builder Looks To Turn a Philosophy Into a Reality

Deephaven home leans into Scandinavian architecture and design. If anyone can bring a home’s philosophical design to life, it’s Mark Williams. Full...
The fireplace elements for a home on Breezy Point Road in Woodland, illustrate some of the homeowners’ special interests, and Erik Wyckoff was able to bring their vision to life through his work. “The design was significantly influenced by the clients’ extensive travels and philanthropy to many African villages,” says Jason Kruell, vice president with Charles Cudd Co. “Erik’s design allowed them to express their commitment and involvement in those communities.”

Woodcarver Brings Bespoke Details to Homes

Woodcarver’s work embraces a sense of enchanting timelessness. Consider the possibilities when a school fieldtrip ignites and inspires a student’s...
With Lake Minnetonka a whisper view away, spending moments on one of Barbara Burgum’s porches allows for hitting the high note with solitary or group gatherings.

Lakeside Home Has a Porch for Every Season

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...
ninetwentyfive Mother's Day brunch

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...
Lake Minnetonka Magazine March 2025

Welcome to the March 2025 Issue

The memory is embedded in my mind. It was about this time of year. We had just moved to the Twin Cities—for the second time. I sat one evening at...
Best of Lake Minnetonka 2025 Finalists

Announcing the Best of Lake Minnetonka 2025 Finalists

We invited readers to vote for the best the Lake Minnetonka area has to offer throughout January in our annual readers’ poll. The poll is now...

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...
Kaley and Shanan Lau

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...
Flavor, color and texture arrive by way of a Buddha Bowl.

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,...

Bricks to Bread Creates Opportunities for Students

Two local girls help build a brick oven in Costa Rica for a family in need. During the summer before high school, students might fill their days in...
Lake Minnetonka Magazine February 2025

Welcome to the February 2025 Issue

Readers, you’re always on the top of our invitation list to join us in celebrating the latest issue of Lake Minnetonka Magazine, but this month is...
Cheesecake Funk

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...

Editors Share the Stories of Their Unique Weddings

From cityscapes to country roads, here's a look at the details behind two special days. The celebration of love, unity and the start of a new...
Sophia and Luke Wedding

Two Professional Hockey Players Tie the Knot in Wayzata

With touches from the past and hearts directed to the future, a couple recalls a beautiful Lake Minnetonka area wedding. A cherished mother’s...
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Deephaven Docks

Deephaven Docks

Symmetry equates to beauty in winning image. Christine Neff Kojetin’s photograph Deephaven Docks was taken on an uncharacteristically warm December...

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Welcome to the April 2025 Issue

Welcome to the April 2025 Issue

Welcome to this month’s homes issue. As always, our writers develop articles with you, Readers, top of mind. The goal is to not only highlight local businesses and people, but to offer doses of...

Deephaven Docks

Deephaven Docks

Symmetry equates to beauty in winning image. Christine Neff Kojetin’s photograph Deephaven Docks was taken on an uncharacteristically warm December day. “The docks were obviously empty, but the...

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Elevate Easter Brunch With Decadent French Toast

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