When you meet Margaret Sinnott-Wachholz, you’ll understand the Irish proverb, “Laughter is brightest where food is best.” Meitheal—pronounced...
Dining
Irish Sips and Sups for St. Patrick’s Day
Local resident and Irish transplant Margaret Wachholz shares some traditional Irish recipes along with the history behind them. There is nothing...
The Dessert Table by Jessie Creates Custom Easter Baskets
Personalized baskets and chocolate dipped treats make for a sweet Easter. What started as a career change for Jessie Takkunen became a flavorful...
Niko Niko Boba Celebrates Sweet Sips
Locally owned Niko Niko Boba makes sippable treats for all to enjoy. A sip of a tasty drink or bite of a sweet treat has the power to make us smile,...
The Revival of the Espresso Martini
The storied ’90s cocktail makes a triumphant return. It’s no secret that the next generation of adults are keen on nostalgia. We’ve seen the...
Northern Taphouse Is Cooking From Scratch
Northern Taphouse brings a curated menu and culinary expertise to Woodbury. Woodbury is welcoming a new locally owned restaurant: Northern Taphouse...
Brunch is Served
Are you searching for a simple recipe for a special occasion, such as Valentine’s Day or bridal or baby shower? Look no further. This Berry Brûlée...
Spitz Brings Turkish Delights to Woodbury
Spitz Mediterranean Street Food puts international taste on the local map. Imagine the perfect combination of fresh food found while wandering...
Jessica Frost Wins Big at the National Gingerbread House Competition
One family brings their gingerbread houses to North Carolina in an annual holiday tradition. For Jessica Frost, gingerbread is more than just a...
Bonjour, Sweet Paris Crêperie and Café
Sweet Paris Crêperie and Café brings French delights—and ambiance—to Woodbury’s CityPlace shopping district. What does Houston have to do with...
Cheers to Cranberries
There’s a myriad of ways to enjoy cranberries this season. Here’s the differences between a few favorites: Cranberry relish is raw, fresh and tart....
Bebe Zito Opens at Woodbury Lakes
Twin Cities ice cream favorite, Bebe Zito, opens at Woodbury Lakes. Bebe Zito is bringing a bit of magic to Woodbury. The ice cream and burger...
Happy Holiday Hospitality
I’m hosting Thanksgiving for the first time in a very long time. Despite my years of culinary experience, I’m a little nervous. It’s likely there...
Craving All Things Cranberry This Fall
Welcome the super powers of a Thanksgiving superfruit. Cranberries for Thanksgiving sounds like a sequel to the children’s story book Blueberries...
The Craft Behind Tattersall Distilling’s Cocktails
Tattersall Distilling creates spirits with local ingredients. When you’re looking for a cocktail mixed to perfection and made from the finest local...
Mama Bear’s Sweets Shares Tasty Talent
Baker Katie Hill talks about the inspiration behind her baking talents. Katie Hill admits she used to hate baking. The Woodbury resident said it...
Campari Takes the Lead in Delicious Cocktail
Crisp gin and bitter Campari are perfectly balanced with tangy grapefruit juice and rich Concord grape juice in this supremely sippable cocktail....
Angelina’s Kitchen Welcomes New Owner
Angela Verrastro started her legacy right in her very own kitchen in 2005, making a variety of meals for friends and family from scratch. 18 years later, Verrastro is passing the torch down to her trusted friend and loyal customer, Kim Sayers.
Food Blog 2hungrydaughters Shares Recipe for Success
Food blogger reinvents the classic brown paper bag lunch. For school-age children, opening their lunch box to see the day’s goodies inside can be a...
Celebrate Prime Hot Dog Season This Summer
Hot dogs might not require much in the way of my culinary expertise, but they’re fun; and sometimes, I’m all about food just for the fun of it....