Recipes

Shamrock Shake with a Twist 3 large scoops vanilla ice cream (about 1/4 cup each) 1/4 cup heavy cream 1/2 tsp. peppermint extract 1.5 oz. Titos...

Pie Squared

Sweet and savory recipes take on a new shape. Pie–she’s often the underappreciated sister in the dessert family. Cake gets all the glory—candlelit...

Sip

Cinnamon and ginger liqueur offer seasonal kicks to warm cocktails. Hot Gin Toddy 1 1/2 oz. J. Carver Premium gin 3/4 oz. lemon juice, fresh 1 tsp....

Big Batch Cocktails for the Holiday Season

Drinks, Entertain, Recipes

Big batch cocktails are the season’s best guests. The countdown starts now—three months of eat, drink and be merry—with Thanksgiving, December...

Fall Cocktail Recipe: Fall From the Tree

Use autumnal vibes to inspire your cocktail lineup. Fall from the Tree 1 1/2 oz. Laird’s applejack (or bourbon or scotch) 1 oz. Fresh apple juice...

How to Make Your Favorite Minnesota State Fair Foods at Home

Local Makers, Recipes

Don’t postpone eating or drinking your Minnesota State Fair favorites. Make no mistake, millions of Minnesotans, who are committed to the annual...

5 Easy, Inexpensive Halloween Snacks

Noteworthy, Recipes

These Halloween ideas are short on time and long on creating fun. Halloween may be several weeks away, but it’s never too early to start gathering...

Summer Drink Recipe: Spiced Sparkler

Take the easy route with a spicy, sweet cocktail that’s simple to mix. If you’re looking for a refreshing, easy cocktail that is loaded with flavor,...

Gin Old Fashioned Offers a Twist on a Classic

Instead of bourbon in your old fashioned, use barrel-aged gin. Summer is right around the corner. With that, comes sitting outside, relaxing with a...

Warm Winter Cocktail Recipe: Espresso Martini

Stop dreaming of summer, and embrace winter—one warm sip at a time. Let’s turn to our local friends at North East Tattersall. Espresso Martini 2 oz....

The Beginner’s Guide to Aperitifs and Digestifs

Learn about aperitifs and digestifs from knowledgeable purveyors. An aperitif, according to Webster’s Dictionary, is “an alcoholic drink taken...

Holiday Recipe: Homemade Swedish Meatballs

Swedish meatballs are the perfect comfort food for the holiday season and make great leftovers to help ring in the New Year. This time of year brims...

Holiday Cocktail Recipe: Mistletoe Kiss

Our editor has two requirements for a holiday cocktail: It has to taste good AND look the part. Whether I’m hosting Thanksgiving or Christmas Day, I...

Homemade Twin Bing Bars Are a Perfect Holiday Dessert

Enjoy this homemade version of the Twin Bing candy bars, made in Iowa. This time of year brims with holiday traditions—the baking-, cooking- and...

Advisory Board Member Shares Favorite Holiday Recipe: Rinderrouladen

Advisory Board member Birgit Gruess shares the best of her holiday. This time of year brims with holiday traditions—the baking-, cooking- and...

Pancakes and Pan Cake: Local Chef Serves Up Delicious Fall Recipes