Our Kowalski's culinary expert shares her oft-requested recipe for a holiday dessert. At holiday time, folks who never otherwise would pick up a...
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That’s a Wrap: Green Wrapping Paper Alternatives
It’s easier than you think to come up with green alternatives to traditional giftwrap and boxes. Keeping a lid on refuse over the holidays takes...
How to Fondue: Delicious Recipes and Helpful Tips for a Fun Night In
A couple of local food experts share their favorite fondue recipes and tips. Spending an evening gathered around a bubbling fondue pot of melted...
Lake Elmo Christmas Tree Farm is Still a Family Affair After 65 Years
The Kruegers work year-round to ensure their Lake Elmo Christmas tree farm Though the Krueger’s Christmas Trees farm is on its second location, the...
The History of St. Patrick’s Day—and How to Celebrate at Home
How St. Patrick’s Day came to the U.S.— and how you can find Irish goods in Woodbury to celebrate this month. Most Americans are familiar with St....
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...
What Dish Will Your Family Remember You By?
Our Woodbury Senior Living columnist reflects on how traditions help bond us to the ones we love. Overwhelming demands over the holidays can make us...
How to Keep Your Pet Safe During the Holidays
Woodbury expert answers your pet questions. The holidays are here, and it’s important to keep dogs in mind—it can be a dangerous time of year for...
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...
How to Cure Your Kids’ Cabin Fever in Woodbury
Cure cabin fever with seasonal kids' activities from the Woodbury Parks and Recreation Department. The kids are home for winter break and there’s no...
Fair Trade Thanksgiving: Decorate Your Table with These Beautiful, Worldly Pieces
Small Things Fair Trade offers unique items for your Thanksgiving table from around the world. When families gather from near and far to share a...
Patina’s Holiday Gift Guide
Need some help picking out gifts? Check out these top picks. Gift giving, whether it’s for a secret-santa work acquaintance or a beloved spouse,...
Thanksgiving and the Loire Valley
Thanksgiving is probably my favorite holiday. It’s a time for family, food, wine, and giving thanks for all our blessings. There are so many great...
Sparkling Wine: Not Just for New Year’s Eve
Sales for sparkling wines soar during the holidays. Most of us pop a cork to ring in the New Year. And with good reason—celebrations and sparkling...
Longtime Woodbury Friends Share a Special Tradition for Valentine’s Day
For one group of local couples, Valentine’s Day isn’t just a day to celebrate the love in their individual marriages. It isn’t about cards or...
Shop at Merriment for the Perfect Valentine’s Gifts that Will Leave You Both Merry
Looking for that perfect Valentine’s Day gift for your sweetheart? Look no further than Woodbury’s Merriment. For those marvelous men, try...
Winter Cocktail: Sweet Sleigh Bells
This month, Cravings Wine Bar & Grille features this cocktail and other new ones for the New Year. Searching for something refreshing to drink...
Gift Guide: Hues of the Holiday
While the palette of holiday spirit runs the spectrum, hues of red and green are unmistakable in seasonal charm. Whether it’s a traditional gift...
An On Trend Gift Guide to Woodbury Newest Stores
A holiday gift guide to some of Woodbury’s newest stores. Load your shopping bags with originality this holiday season with gifts from some of...
