These muffins perform a special magic trick: They’re hearty and filling with good-for-you oats and applesauce and very little sugar, yet they taste...
Dining
East Metro Sips of the Summer
Sip on these lively libations around the East Metro. Particular cocktails always catch the attention of onlookers—whether you spot it on someone...
Three Patio Perfect Sips for Summer
What’s the best way to stay cool in summer? Sometimes, it comes by way of tart meets fruity, a pinky batch beverage or a lemonade (adult style) to...
Fourth of July Recipes: Red, White and Yum
Local foodies share fresh takes on classic Fourth of July recipes to take your table from blah to brilliant. Picturing a Fourth of July picnic table...
Break Out the Grill This Father’s Day
This June 16, fire up the grill for unique Bloody Mary Burgers—served alongside a Wilde Oscar cocktail. Bloody Mary Burgers Makes 4 burgers...
Elevate Your Lakeside Picnic Spread This Summer
Create memorable beach and boating excursions with a sustainable picnic spread. Take a day trip over to our neighboring St. Croix Valley—which is...
Southern Social Serves up Southern Food With a Northern Twist
Tastebuds will enjoy the variety of flavors Southern Social offers. Looking for southern cooking with unique Minnesotan flavors? A newly opened...
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...
The Tilted Tiki Is a Slice of Paradise
The Goetzkes create a tropical oasis in the East Metro. Chris Goetzke and his family had a running joke that Goetzke would someday open his own tiki...
Cravings Wine Bar & Grille Embraces New Chapter
Cravings Wine Bar & Grille welcomes change in the face of challenges. Nameer Ameen credits his parents for teaching him one of life’s most...
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day the Irish Way
When you meet Margaret Sinnott-Wachholz, you’ll understand the Irish proverb, “Laughter is brightest where food is best.” Meitheal—pronounced...
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...
