What do people in MN highly enjoy in September? Fall weather? Sure. Kids back at school? Absolutely! My birthday? Obviously. Most of all, people go...
Dining
Scary Delights from Nadia Cakes
Trick and treat guests to terrifying treats. The race is on to create the perfect costumes, dig out the hair-raising home decor and plan the...
Ukrainian Couple’s Paradise Market Savors the Tastes of Their Homeland
Perusing the aisles of Maple Grove Paradise Market, you may come across items uncommon to American cuisine. Igor Kedyk is a bear of a man, tall and...
This Special Roast Will Keep You and Guests Toasty
September is finally upon us. Usually, we get some nice hot days, coupled with some chilly nights, which call for a warm beverage with a little...
State Fair Winners Wayne Estenson and Paul Vandergon Share Their Experiences
Wayne Estenson canned his first pickle 35 years ago under the supervision of his future mother-in-law. “Before I could take her daughter out on a...
Cocktail Recipe: Caipirinha Is Crisp, Refreshing and Easy
Ah, August—the dog days of summer. We are weeks away from kids going back to school, two months away from raking leaves and, sorry to say, three...
Rock Elm 2.0
Ally Restaurants celebrates the opening of a second Rock Elm. Belly up, Maple Grove, because our neck of the woods is about to get a little more...
Christina Traeger’s “Grillin’ Meats” Honor the Animals She Raises and the People Who Consume Them
Christina Traeger is a livestock farmer in Avon, Minnesota, who, by her own admission, “does a lot of things the old way.” Her chicken coop, for...
It’s Patio Season, So Sip on These Local Summer Beers
Local breweries offer up their best beers for summer nights. As the days get warmer and longer, there are few better ways to spend the sun-soaked...
The Hibachi of Ice Cream
Wonders Ice Cream opens a sweet shop at The Fountains. A new opportunity for a sweet treat has come to the Maple Grove area. Wonders Ice Cream is...
Farmers Market Veterans Share Their Story
The Maple Grove Farmers Market provides locally grown produce to the community, and a lot of talent is hidden behind each stand. John and Anna Mau...
Seasoned Trio Is Behind Dining Venue Brick & Bourbon’s Debut
Decisions, decisions, decisions, where should one dine on delicious dishes? Get ready to enjoy Maple Grove’s newest locale, Brick & Bourbon....
Ten Sushi Brings Authentic Japanese Flavors and a Fresh, Global Vibe to Maple Grove’s Foodie Scene
“Ten” is one of the few words that has meaning in both Japanese and English. When owner Heather Lin and her partner and restaurant veteran, Ming Wu,...
Home Is Where the Grill Is
Grilling trends can inspire your outdoor cooking space. The winter chill has vanished, and Minnesotans are trying to soak up every degree above...
Back to the Basics with Basil
Recipes and tips to incorporate the fresh herb into your menu. Basil. It’s an herb synonymous with margherita pizza, pesto sauce and caprese. If...
Two Families Brought Together by Craft Beer and Food
Food truck owned by two Maple Grove couples blends craft beer into its food. Two Maple Grove couples are fusing business with pleasure, one bowl of...
Refreshing Food and Wine Pairings from Restaurants Across the Street
There’s a little pocket of deliciousness located in Arbor Lakes awash with wonderful restaurants. We made a list of some great dishes and wine...
Let’s Dish! Feeds the Family
Provider of delicious, home style, ready-to-cook meals, marks its 14 years in business. Minnesota company Let’s Dish!, has offered creative,...
Read, Drink & Listen: Local Experts Feature the Latest Trends
READ Beartown by Fredrik Backman is a character-driven novel with intertwining side stories. When a traumatic event happens that threatens to bring...
Farmers Market Family Makes Pretzels for Sampling with Various Mustards
Sally and Jeff Gardner, vendors at the Maple Grove farmers market, have been making different pretzels for nearly 10 years. They offer samples with...
