Woodbury Magazine November 2024

Welcome to the November 2024 Issue

Readers, I am excited to welcome you to our table this month, where we are celebrating our annual food and entertaining issue. In these pages, I...
Food from Diane’s Place

Celebrated Chef Diane Moua Opens Diane’s Place

Walking in the front doors of Diane’s Place, a new Northeast Minneapolis eatery by chef Diane Moua, the vibes are immaculate. The warm blond wood...
Emma Lai

Picnic Basket Theatre Co-Founder Shares Her Passion for Performance

Emma Lai shares how she formed a connection with the theater. For some people, discovering a passion and living a life surrounding it comes...
Kempston Farms’ Cowboy Candy adds unique flavor to a variety of dishes—including chili.

Kempston Farms Shares a Taste of Tradition

A local family recipe rises to fame as a flavorful favorite. They say the kitchen is the heart of the home, where families and friends gather. It’s...
Lights On Copper Oaks Rainbow House Lights

Holiday Yard Display Lights Up Copper Oaks

A Woodbury resident is ready to wow visitors this holiday season. Jeff Farr is sharing some seasonal fun from his home on Copper Oaks Place with...
Woodbury Magazine October 2024 Issue

Welcome to the October 2024 Issue

Happy October, Readers! This month, I’m trying my best to get into the spirit—although I’m not typically one for all things spooky, one of the...

Hope Breakfast Bar’s Mission Is Inspiration

Chef Brian Ingram whips up meals like you’ve never seen before at Hope Breakfast Bar. New York City. Las Vegas. San Francisco. Chicago. These are...
Jaxen Grey Suit

Jaxen Grey Bridges the Modern Menswear Space

Menswear boutique Jaxen Grey brings “digitally native” brands and an elevated shopping experience to Woodbury. In the modern menswear space, there...
Emily Roberts of Snake Discovery with various reptiles.

Snake Discovery Explores the Wonderous World of Reptiles

The perfect mix of knowledge and humor, Emily Roberts makes learning about exotic animals fun. Emily Roberts isn’t typically seen wearing fancy...
Woodbury Magazine September 2024 Issue

Welcome to the September 2024 Issue

Readers, I pose a question to you: Is September one of your favorite months? I tend to gravitate toward this season more than any other, especially...
Ty Okada, captain and quarterback, during his time at East Ridge High School.

Woodbury Native Ty Okada Talks About His Road to the NFL

Ty Okada credits family and a strong work ethic for leading the way to the NFL. Almost everyone is asked during some point in their childhood what...
Sara English of Ispiri notes that sleek range hoods, such as the one seen here, are a popular pick.

Statement Hoods Add Flare and Functionality to Kitchens

Different materials and shapes help range hoods become artwork for your kitchen. Kitchen trends are always changing. Two-toned cabinets, rustic...
Cherllyne Vaz

Cheryllyne Vaz Uses Her Clothing to Advocate for Change

Cheryllyne Vaz learned in late 2019 that she had a brain aneurysm. What started as slight swelling in her neck progressed further, and after an...
Woodbury Community Garden

Woodbury Community Garden Keeps Growing

Woodbury Community Garden expands to meet the increasing desire to grow alongside others. If there’s one thing that can bring people together, it’s...
Girls Explore Science summer camp at Shepard Farm.

Dodge Nature Center Opens Shepard Farm to Classes and Activities

Dodge Nature Center opens its doors to a 100-year-old farm. When Dodge Nature Center opened in 1967, the vision was clear—to create a natural...
Woodbury Magazine November 2024

Welcome to the November 2024 Issue

Readers, I am excited to welcome you to our table this month, where we are celebrating our annual food and entertaining issue. In these pages, I...
Food from Diane’s Place

Celebrated Chef Diane Moua Opens Diane’s Place

Walking in the front doors of Diane’s Place, a new Northeast Minneapolis eatery by chef Diane Moua, the vibes are immaculate. The warm blond wood...
Emma Lai

Picnic Basket Theatre Co-Founder Shares Her Passion for Performance

Emma Lai shares how she formed a connection with the theater. For some people, discovering a passion and living a life surrounding it comes...
Kempston Farms’ Cowboy Candy adds unique flavor to a variety of dishes—including chili.

Kempston Farms Shares a Taste of Tradition

A local family recipe rises to fame as a flavorful favorite. They say the kitchen is the heart of the home, where families and friends gather. It’s...
Lights On Copper Oaks Rainbow House Lights

Holiday Yard Display Lights Up Copper Oaks

A Woodbury resident is ready to wow visitors this holiday season. Jeff Farr is sharing some seasonal fun from his home on Copper Oaks Place with...
Woodbury Magazine October 2024 Issue

Welcome to the October 2024 Issue

Happy October, Readers! This month, I’m trying my best to get into the spirit—although I’m not typically one for all things spooky, one of the...

Hope Breakfast Bar’s Mission Is Inspiration

Chef Brian Ingram whips up meals like you’ve never seen before at Hope Breakfast Bar. New York City. Las Vegas. San Francisco. Chicago. These are...
Jaxen Grey Suit

Jaxen Grey Bridges the Modern Menswear Space

Menswear boutique Jaxen Grey brings “digitally native” brands and an elevated shopping experience to Woodbury. In the modern menswear space, there...
Emily Roberts of Snake Discovery with various reptiles.

Snake Discovery Explores the Wonderous World of Reptiles

The perfect mix of knowledge and humor, Emily Roberts makes learning about exotic animals fun. Emily Roberts isn’t typically seen wearing fancy...
Woodbury Magazine September 2024 Issue

Welcome to the September 2024 Issue

Readers, I pose a question to you: Is September one of your favorite months? I tend to gravitate toward this season more than any other, especially...
Ty Okada, captain and quarterback, during his time at East Ridge High School.

Woodbury Native Ty Okada Talks About His Road to the NFL

Ty Okada credits family and a strong work ethic for leading the way to the NFL. Almost everyone is asked during some point in their childhood what...
Sara English of Ispiri notes that sleek range hoods, such as the one seen here, are a popular pick.

Statement Hoods Add Flare and Functionality to Kitchens

Different materials and shapes help range hoods become artwork for your kitchen. Kitchen trends are always changing. Two-toned cabinets, rustic...
Cherllyne Vaz

Cheryllyne Vaz Uses Her Clothing to Advocate for Change

Cheryllyne Vaz learned in late 2019 that she had a brain aneurysm. What started as slight swelling in her neck progressed further, and after an...
Woodbury Community Garden

Woodbury Community Garden Keeps Growing

Woodbury Community Garden expands to meet the increasing desire to grow alongside others. If there’s one thing that can bring people together, it’s...
Girls Explore Science summer camp at Shepard Farm.

Dodge Nature Center Opens Shepard Farm to Classes and Activities

Dodge Nature Center opens its doors to a 100-year-old farm. When Dodge Nature Center opened in 1967, the vision was clear—to create a natural...
This is Our Trail!

This is Our Trail!

“... Running through our backyard is a creek that flows west from Battle Creek Lake to the Mississippi River,” says hobbyist photographer Steve...

Shop Local

Kowalski’s Markets

Our markets were created out of our family's love and passion for delicious, healthy foods and inspired by families looking for a place where they'd love to shop and be proud to call their own. The flow of our markets is designed to be easy and convenient. The environment is relaxed and well organized. It's the kind of place you'll feel comfortable running into for a quick gift or a forgotten item. Most importantly, it's a place where you can shop at your own pace, mingle freely with staff and friends, and discover something new each time you visit. Whether it's your first time shopping...

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In This Issue

Welcome to the November 2024 Issue

Welcome to the November 2024 Issue

Readers, I am excited to welcome you to our table this month, where we are celebrating our annual food and entertaining issue. In these pages, I hope you feel inspired to take a bite of something...

Celebrated Chef Diane Moua Opens Diane’s Place

Celebrated Chef Diane Moua Opens Diane’s Place

Walking in the front doors of Diane’s Place, a new Northeast Minneapolis eatery by chef Diane Moua, the vibes are immaculate. The warm blond wood everywhere—from the bar to the tabletops to the...

This is Our Trail!

This is Our Trail!

“... Running through our backyard is a creek that flows west from Battle Creek Lake to the Mississippi River,” says hobbyist photographer Steve Porter. Porter fills his backyard bird feeders three...

Kempston Farms Shares a Taste of Tradition

Kempston Farms Shares a Taste of Tradition

A local family recipe rises to fame as a flavorful favorite. They say the kitchen is the heart of the home, where families and friends gather. It’s central to connection, whether swapping recipes or...

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