Recipe: Curried Broccoli Soup

No waste necessary: There are a few great ways to utilize broccoli stems in your cooking instead of throwing them away. Utilizing the "throwaway" pieces of your vegetables means you'll have less compost to...
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Watch: Sneak peak at the MNHS Somalis + Minnesota exhibit

The majestic Minnesota History Center overlooking downtown St. Paul has dedicated its expansive 3rd Floor Gallery to its latest exhibit, titled Somalis + Minnesota. The exhibit puts a spotlight on Somali history and tradition, and...
The 10 best children's books for kids 10 and under

The 10 best children’s books for kids 10 and under

The ABCs of the Top 10 Children’s Books? Adventurous. Bewitching. Creative. Whether it’s an adventure through uncharted territories or through the jungles of the mind, it has to keep our young readers intrigued and always...

Sign of the times: 21 new words added to the Merriam-Webster Dictionary in 2018

If you’re still confused on how to properly use words like “dank” and “lit” casually in conversation, well... I can’t help you because every time I make an attempt, my younger 20-something coworkers tease...
Downtown St. Paul has a church district

The downtown St. Paul “Church District” redefining the area

After news broke of megachurch River Valley moving into the McNally Smith College of Music space on Exchange Street, we noticed something we hadn't before: This northern section of downtown St. Paul has become...
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Meat on meat on meat: The best burgers in the Twin Cities

Burgers are having a moment, and it seems that just about every restaurant, from fine dining to dive, has their own take on this classic American meal. But there is a reason we keep...

Win tickets to Hamilton — plus get great restaurant deals with these Hamilton-themed specials

If you managed to snag a ticket to see Hamilton, you're one of the lucky ones. Any tickets left are few and far between and will most certainly cost you over $200 per. Definitely...
5 Oktoberfests in the Twin Cities you won't want to miss

5 Oktoberfests in the Twin Cities you won’t want to miss

It’s time to break out the lederhosen and dirndls and celebrate Oktoberfest. And not to worry if you can’t exactly jet off to Munich for the festivities: there are dozens of celebrations right in...
11th Annual Tiger Tracks 5K & Family Fun Run/Walk

11th Annual Tiger Tracks 5K & Family Fun Run/Walk

Running enthusiasts will converge with Minnesota Zoo enthusiasts on September 15th for the 11th Annual Tiger Tracks 5K & Family Fun Run/Walk. Physical activity while enjoying time with friends and/or family, at the most...
After 13 years, Dorothy's stolen ruby red slippers have finally found their way home

After 13 years, Dorothy’s stolen ruby red slippers have finally found their way home

13 years ago, a call was placed to the FBI to investigate a peculiar crime: Someone, quite inexplicably, had stolen the ruby red slippers worn by Judy Garland in the classic film The Wizard...