Go behind the scenes at Woodbury’s Red’s Savoy Pizza, a beloved staple of the east metro pie scene. Vicky Turk is a bona fide pizza expert. She’s...
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Bites, Beer and Indoor Golf: Birdi Golf Brings a New Experience to Woodbury
Find winter fun—with golf simulators, good eats and good drinks—at Woodbury’s new Birdi Golf. In Minnesota, when outdoor sports are not an option,...
At Lake Elmo Coffee, There’s More Than Just Beans Brewing
Lake Elmo Coffee reopened last year with new owners and a focus on community. If you pay a visit to Lake Elmo Coffee, check out some of the other...
Recipe: Share These Truffles on Random Act of Kindness Day
Random Act of Kindness Day is February 17 - why not share a little chocolate? February has a very special holiday in it. Not Valentine’s Day,...
For Woodbury Native and Heather’s Pies Founder Heather Keough, ‘Every Pie Has a Story’
The woman behind Heather's Pies has made baking her passion and career. “Oh my god! It’s beautiful,” a customer exclaims as she picks up her...
Combat Cold Season With These Easy Drink Recipes
During cold season, it’s nice to have something hot to hold onto and to sip until your toes feel a little warmer and you feel better. This is the...
The Best Winter Spices (and Delicious Local Dishes That Use Them)
We rounded up our favorite wintery spices, and a few local dishes that feature them prominently. There’s just something about this time of year that...
Recipe: DIY Spiced Apple Cider
If company’s coming, or you just need a hot cuppa something delicious, try out this classic winter drink starring cinnamon, allspice, and cloves....
‘The Special Occasion Destination’: You Have to Experience Winter at the Lake Elmo Inn
The Lake Elmo Inn has been serving up holiday traditions for more than 30 years. When you see a little child come in, and their eyes go up to the...
Local Food and Nutrition Experts Serve Up a Healthy Holiday Menu
Survive the six weeks between Thanksgiving and Christmas by creating healthy, alternative dishes. “Why are you making a turkey? Half your guests are...
Local Foodie Instagram Influencer Just Wants to ‘Get People Around the Grill’
Woodbury’s Justin Konopaski is a 3M facilities engineer by day and foodie influencer by night. “What? You can’t do that!” Justin Konopaski remembers...
How to Cook a Tomahawk Steak
Local foodie Instagram influencer Justin Konopaski shares one of his favorite ways to cook tomahawk steak. “There’s nothing crazy special about...
Eat Local, Do Good at Woodbury Foundation’s Chef Fest
The Woodbury Community Foundation’s annual fundraiser returns for its fifth year Leave this year’s Chef Fest with a full tummy and a fuller...
The Perfect Appetizer for Your Holiday Party
FoodE Expert Amy Goetz offers up a smoked salmon and brie appetizer that's perfect for your next gathering. November is a month for...
Add Some Spirit to Your Spirits with These Halloween Drink Ideas
Looking to add some spirit to your spirits? Try some of these drink décor ideas from art director Emily Handy. Pick Your Poison Make, buy or search...
United Noodles Owner Shares Quick, Delicious Fried Rice Recipe
Eric Fung's lap cheong fried rice is a classic no-recipe recipe—a dish with just a few ingredients that you make the way you want. This recipe...
United Noodles Brings ‘Flavors Without Borders’ to Woodbury
Inside United Noodles, Woodbury’s newest culinary gem. Check out one of United Noodles owner Eric Fung's favorite recipes here. We usually think of...
Do Spices Go Bad? and Other Spice Rack Questions Answered
Lunds & Byerlys FoodE Expert Amy Goetz dishes on the secrets of the spice rack. We all have that handful of spices and herbs in the back of our...
Grass-fed Beef Recipes from Jerry’s Foods
Ready to try some grass-fed beef? Check out these recipes from Jerry's Foods. For directions on how to cook grass-fed beef, click here. Fiesta...
How Jerry’s Foods is Leading the Grass-fed Beef Revolution
Jerry’s Foods redefines fresh and local with grass-fed beef. For information on how to cook grass-fed beef, click here. For some delicious recipes...
