The buzziest donut sweeping the country is now in the Twin Cities
Japan?s favorite donut has arrived in Minnesota and a St. Paul shop is baking them up fresh all day long, seven days a week. Soga Mochi Donut is inside Dragon Star Oriental Foods. The mochi donut is made up of eight doughy circles that are both crispy and chewy. There are at least two more mochi donut shops opening in the next year, one in Dinkytown and the other in Eden Prairie.
Japan?s favorite donut has arrived in Minnesota and a St. Paul shop is baking them up fresh all day long, seven days a week. Soga Mochi Donut is inside Dragon Star Oriental Foods. The mochi donut is made up of eight doughy circles that are both crispy and chewy. There are at least two more mochi donut shops opening in the next year, one in Dinkytown and the other in Eden Prairie.
Spring fashion week arrives
Minnesota?s talented designers are in the spotlight this week. It?s Spring Fashion Week and there are shows every night through Saturday. One of the events celebrates Asian American Pacific Islander creatives. Coalesce Collective hits the runway at Allianz Field on April 30th. The event is sold out but can still be livestreamed.
Minnesota?s talented designers are in the spotlight this week. It?s Spring Fashion Week and there are shows every night through Saturday. One of the events celebrates Asian American Pacific Islander creatives. Coalesce Collective hits the runway at Allianz Field on April 30th. The event is sold out but can still be livestreamed.
Co-working space combines work and fitness; ninja-warrior style
A new co-working space has moved in beneath the Uptown CVS. The Wilderness is full of light and greenery and a ninja warrior course. The experience is all about creating a healthier and happier work environment. The co-owners both competed on the show American Ninja Warrior and offer classes to members. The Wilderness also boasts a yoga studio, a theater room, game room and speakeasy for private events.
A new co-working space has moved in beneath the Uptown CVS. The Wilderness is full of light and greenery and a ninja warrior course. The experience is all about creating a healthier and happier work environment. The co-owners both competed on the show American Ninja Warrior and offer classes to members. The Wilderness also boasts a yoga studio, a theater room, game room and speakeasy for private events.
New Shipwreck Adventure exhibit opens in the Minnesota Children?s Museum
The Minnesota Children?s Museum has a new exhibit that gives kids a chance to go underwater and explore a shipwreck. The permanent exhibit takes up much of the first floor. It?s modeled after a the real shipwreck of the J.S. Seaverns in Lake Superior. The museum worked with the diver who discovered the shipwreck for guidance on the ship?s design. The Minnesota Children?s Museum is open Wednesday through Sunday.
The Minnesota Children?s Museum has a new exhibit that gives kids a chance to go underwater and explore a shipwreck. The permanent exhibit takes up much of the first floor. It?s modeled after a the real shipwreck of the J.S. Seaverns in Lake Superior. The museum worked with the diver who discovered the shipwreck for guidance on the ship?s design. The Minnesota Children?s Museum is open Wednesday through Sunday.
Empty big box store to become specialty mall
The former Gander Mountain space in Eden Prairie is undergoing a major transformation. It?ll be the metros? first Asian mall. It?ll house several restaurants, a large Asian grocery store and office space. The Asia Mall is projected to open in June of 2022.
The former Gander Mountain space in Eden Prairie is undergoing a major transformation. It?ll be the metros? first Asian mall. It?ll house several restaurants, a large Asian grocery store and office space. The Asia Mall is projected to open in June of 2022.
New bar celebrates all things 90?s
The 90?s are making a comeback in the fashion world and those bike shorts and flannel shirts will be the perfect attire for a new dive bar in Stillwater. The Wild Hare is plastered with 90?s album covers, street art and even a payphone. The nostalgic bar isn?t dishing up 90?s cuisine. Instead, they?re serving up organic food with plenty of gluten free, vegan and vegetarian options. The bar is open Sunday to Thursday from 11am to 9pm and on Friday and Saturday from 11am to 10pm. The Wild Hare is located at 218 Main Street North.
The 90?s are making a comeback in the fashion world and those bike shorts and flannel shirts will be the perfect attire for a new dive bar in Stillwater. The Wild Hare is plastered with 90?s album covers, street art and even a payphone. The nostalgic bar isn?t dishing up 90?s cuisine. Instead, they?re serving up organic food with plenty of gluten free, vegan and vegetarian options. The bar is open Sunday to Thursday from 11am to 9pm and on Friday and Saturday from 11am to 10pm. The Wild Hare is located at 218 Main Street North.
Lindstrom Bakery reopens with new owners
One year ago, Food & Wine Magazine named Lindstrom Bakery?s Scandinavian Donut the best in Minnesota. A few months later, the longtime owner put the iconic shop on the market. And now, for the first time in nearly 50 years, the bakery has new owners. The Richey family worked with the former owner for 36 days to get the recipes and methods just right. Eric and Angie say it was always their dream to own a bakery or caf? in a small town and they couldn?t pass up this opportunity. They do have plans to expand the bakery into a farm to table caf? but they will continue making the long-time favorites. The bakery is open Tuesday through Friday 6am to 4pm and on Saturday from 7am to 3pm.
One year ago, Food & Wine Magazine named Lindstrom Bakery?s Scandinavian Donut the best in Minnesota. A few months later, the longtime owner put the iconic shop on the market. And now, for the first time in nearly 50 years, the bakery has new owners. The Richey family worked with the former owner for 36 days to get the recipes and methods just right. Eric and Angie say it was always their dream to own a bakery or caf? in a small town and they couldn?t pass up this opportunity. They do have plans to expand the bakery into a farm to table caf? but they will continue making the long-time favorites. The bakery is open Tuesday through Friday 6am to 4pm and on Saturday from 7am to 3pm.
Gaming venue opens in east metro
Oakdale has a new entertainment center. It?s called The Burrow and if that name sounds familiar, it should because it?s the second location in the metro. The Burrow took over the former Big Thrill Factory space right off 694. It?s quite a bit larger than the Victoria location and offers axe throwing, outdoor mini golf, arcade games, go-karts and a more adult-focused lounge with table tennis, mini bowling and game simulators with options like golf, basketball and zombie dodge ball.
Oakdale has a new entertainment center. It?s called The Burrow and if that name sounds familiar, it should because it?s the second location in the metro. The Burrow took over the former Big Thrill Factory space right off 694. It?s quite a bit larger than the Victoria location and offers axe throwing, outdoor mini golf, arcade games, go-karts and a more adult-focused lounge with table tennis, mini bowling and game simulators with options like golf, basketball and zombie dodge ball.
Table Tennis turnout on the rise in the metro
One of the most popular sports around the world is seeing renewed interest right here in the Twin Cities. Table Tennis is a sport that?s easy to get into and thanks to clubs like Fluid Table Tennis, there are many locations across the metro to try it out. We ventured to the Table Tennis Minnesota Training Center to find out who?s playing the sport and what the local scene is like.
One of the most popular sports around the world is seeing renewed interest right here in the Twin Cities. Table Tennis is a sport that?s easy to get into and thanks to clubs like Fluid Table Tennis, there are many locations across the metro to try it out. We ventured to the Table Tennis Minnesota Training Center to find out who?s playing the sport and what the local scene is like.
Saint Patrick's Day with Brian Nation of O'Shaughnessy Distilling Co.
It made international headlines when the head distiller of Jameson Whiskey announced he was leaving Ireland to join a brand new distillery in Minneapolis. Now, Brian Nation is preparing for his first St. Patrick?s Day in America. He has plans to walk in both the Minneapolis and St. Paul parade, then he?ll visit bars that have embraced O?Shaughnessy?s brand, Keeper?s Heart Irish + American Whiskey, and finally he?ll end the day at the distillery that brought him here.
It made international headlines when the head distiller of Jameson Whiskey announced he was leaving Ireland to join a brand new distillery in Minneapolis. Now, Brian Nation is preparing for his first St. Patrick?s Day in America. He has plans to walk in both the Minneapolis and St. Paul parade, then he?ll visit bars that have embraced O?Shaughnessy?s brand, Keeper?s Heart Irish + American Whiskey, and finally he?ll end the day at the distillery that brought him here.
Syrup season arrives
Cool nights and warmer days means it?s time to tap the maple trees. The sap is finally flowing at Eastman Nature Center in Dayton. The park is part of the Three Rivers Park District. They offer maple syruping events that will take place through March 26th.
Cool nights and warmer days means it?s time to tap the maple trees. The sap is finally flowing at Eastman Nature Center in Dayton. The park is part of the Three Rivers Park District. They offer maple syruping events that will take place through March 26th.
Bedrace for Bridging event to take place at Buck Hill Saturday
Fundraise for Bridging, a local nonprofit helping families fill their homes with hope, while tubing down Buck Hill on a mattress in a costume during the Bedrace for Bridging event beginning at 5 p.m. this Saturday. Learn more at bridging.org.
Fundraise for Bridging, a local nonprofit helping families fill their homes with hope, while tubing down Buck Hill on a mattress in a costume during the Bedrace for Bridging event beginning at 5 p.m. this Saturday. Learn more at bridging.org.
Upgrade your s?mores with homemade marshmallows
Two former camp counselors have cooked up a successful business making artisan marshmallows. North Mallow is homemade with all natural ingredients. The company has three flavors, vanilla bean, chocolate chip and caramel swirl. Their headquarters is in Long Lake. Pre-pandemic they were consistently busy bringing their s?more bars to events. After events were shutdown they created s?more and hot chocolate kits that have been hot sellers online.
Two former camp counselors have cooked up a successful business making artisan marshmallows. North Mallow is homemade with all natural ingredients. The company has three flavors, vanilla bean, chocolate chip and caramel swirl. Their headquarters is in Long Lake. Pre-pandemic they were consistently busy bringing their s?more bars to events. After events were shutdown they created s?more and hot chocolate kits that have been hot sellers online.
Laser light show turns tubing hill into work of art
With all the fresh snow, tubing hills are bound to be busy this weekend. And for those looking for a unique experience, Buck Hill in Burnsville is the spot to visit. Once a year they host their ?Norther Lights? Event. It?s a laser light show on the snow choreographed to party tunes. There are still a few tickets left for Thursday, February 24th and Sunday the 26th. The event runs from 6pm to 11pm.
With all the fresh snow, tubing hills are bound to be busy this weekend. And for those looking for a unique experience, Buck Hill in Burnsville is the spot to visit. Once a year they host their ?Norther Lights? Event. It?s a laser light show on the snow choreographed to party tunes. There are still a few tickets left for Thursday, February 24th and Sunday the 26th. The event runs from 6pm to 11pm.
A visit to Fractal Cactus; Minneapolis shop full of curious cacti and creatures
Escape the snow and cold without stepping foot on a plane. There?s a hidden gem in South Minneapolis that specializes in cactus from the desert Southwest. The Fractal Cactus is located on Minnehaha near 38th in the Longfellow neighborhood. The owner sources most of his plants from Tucson nurseries. The shop is open Wednesday through Friday, 11am to 6pm and from 12pm to 6pm on Saturday and Sunday. If you visit on a weekend his 13-year-old pug Merlin will be in the shop to greet you.
Escape the snow and cold without stepping foot on a plane. There?s a hidden gem in South Minneapolis that specializes in cactus from the desert Southwest. The Fractal Cactus is located on Minnehaha near 38th in the Longfellow neighborhood. The owner sources most of his plants from Tucson nurseries. The shop is open Wednesday through Friday, 11am to 6pm and from 12pm to 6pm on Saturday and Sunday. If you visit on a weekend his 13-year-old pug Merlin will be in the shop to greet you.
They?ve got spirit and the trophy to prove it
For high school cheerleaders, a trip to Orlando, Florida in February means competing in the pinnacle of cheer competitions. Several Twin Cities cheer squads qualified and traveled to Nationals but only a few brought home the hardware including the Game Day cheerleaders for Edina. The team took 2nd in the D1 Large Varsity Game Day category.
For high school cheerleaders, a trip to Orlando, Florida in February means competing in the pinnacle of cheer competitions. Several Twin Cities cheer squads qualified and traveled to Nationals but only a few brought home the hardware including the Game Day cheerleaders for Edina. The team took 2nd in the D1 Large Varsity Game Day category.
Life Time opens first dedicated pickleball facility
Pickleball courts are replacing tennis courts all over the Twin Cities both in parks and gyms. It's America's fastest growing sport and Life Time is banking on its popularity continuing to grow. The company converted it?s Bloomington North location into its first-ever pickleball only location. There are five international competitive level courts with viewing areas for future tournaments. You do need to have a ?signature membership? to use the facility. It opens on Sunday, February 20th.
Pickleball courts are replacing tennis courts all over the Twin Cities both in parks and gyms. It's America's fastest growing sport and Life Time is banking on its popularity continuing to grow. The company converted it?s Bloomington North location into its first-ever pickleball only location. There are five international competitive level courts with viewing areas for future tournaments. You do need to have a ?signature membership? to use the facility. It opens on Sunday, February 20th.
Mia exhibition examines the relationship between artists and the supernatural
America?s ghost story will be on display at the Minneapolis Institute of Art. The new exhibit titled ?Supernatural America, The Paranormal in American Art? explores the unexplainable. Much of the work is based on the artists? real-life encounter with the otherworldly. The exhibit is in the Target Gallery. It opens on Saturday, February 19th and runs through May 15th.
America?s ghost story will be on display at the Minneapolis Institute of Art. The new exhibit titled ?Supernatural America, The Paranormal in American Art? explores the unexplainable. Much of the work is based on the artists? real-life encounter with the otherworldly. The exhibit is in the Target Gallery. It opens on Saturday, February 19th and runs through May 15th.
Plant-based pop up market gaining traction in Minneapolis
A unique pop-up market that originated during the pandemic is taking place this weekend, bringing together some of the metros best makers and bakers. The Plant Based Pop Up Market takes place the 2nd and 4th Sunday of each month from 11am to 3pm. New Rules North event center hosts the event. It?s located at 2015 Lowry Ave. North in Minneapolis.
A unique pop-up market that originated during the pandemic is taking place this weekend, bringing together some of the metros best makers and bakers. The Plant Based Pop Up Market takes place the 2nd and 4th Sunday of each month from 11am to 3pm. New Rules North event center hosts the event. It?s located at 2015 Lowry Ave. North in Minneapolis.
Wayzata Chilly Open returns to Lake Minnetonka
Grab your skates, golf clubs, yoga mat, and trek out on icy Wayzata Bay this weekend. The Chilly Open is back after taking last year off. The golf tournament brings more than one-thousand people to Lake Minnetonka. The tournament is sold out, but there are other events taking place including Cinema & Skate and Snowga, yoga in the snow. Check out the Wayzata Chamber of Commerce website for a rundown of the events.
Grab your skates, golf clubs, yoga mat, and trek out on icy Wayzata Bay this weekend. The Chilly Open is back after taking last year off. The golf tournament brings more than one-thousand people to Lake Minnetonka. The tournament is sold out, but there are other events taking place including Cinema & Skate and Snowga, yoga in the snow. Check out the Wayzata Chamber of Commerce website for a rundown of the events.