News
New Restaurant: Vivir Looks Ahead to Spring Patio Season
The Mexican market, bakery, and café has carved out a Twin Cities niche
Q&A: Dessa On Recording During the Pandemic and Her New Podcast
Her new “Deeply Human” science podcast and latest “IDES” single debut in March
New Owners Set to Revive Butcher & the Boar
Jester Concepts (P.S. Steak, Borough) says it will bring back the restaurant in new space
Fish Fry at Your Place
Cook a healthier take on fried fish with Crispy Baked Cod Sandwiches with Chipotle Mayo and Pickles, Cod with Lemony Veggie Zoodles + 5 more fish recipes
What’s Going On With the Postal Service?
An already struggling institution battles the pandemic and partisan politics
Sponsored
Eyebobs Celebrates 20 Years of Bold and Bright Eyewear
No company has embraced fashion-forward frames quite like eyebobs, a Minnesota-based eyewear brand known for its eye-catching frames.
Explore
Snake Discovery Is a Minnesota YouTube Star’s Reptilian World
Step inside this Maplewood-based den of snakes, lizards, turtles, and more—from your computer or in person
Weekend Best Bets: Feb. 25-28
This weekend around the Twin Cities: support the Como Zoo & Conservatory, attend virtual performances, drive through Sever’s Rock Lights, and more
Weekend Best Bets: Feb. 18-21
This weekend around the Twin Cities: snowshoeing at the Walker's Sculpture Garden, curling at Forgotten Star Brewing, the Ice Sculpture Exploration, and more
Arts
Q&A: Dessa On Recording During the Pandemic and Her New Podcast
Her new “Deeply Human” science podcast and latest “IDES” single debut in March
Mia’s “Art in Ice” Debuts Sculptures Across Minneapolis
Boom Island Park, Bde Maka Ska, and more spots host this ephemeral attraction
American Swedish Institute Reopens with International “Papier” Spectacle
The imaginative exhibit is from the minds of two Swedish artists combining their talents into one cohesive experience
5 Streaming Picks: Made By, or About, Minnesotans
After polishing off your Netflix or Hulu queue, seek out some close-to-home streams
Food
New Restaurant: Vivir Looks Ahead to Spring Patio Season
The Mexican market, bakery, and café has carved out a Twin Cities niche
New Owners Set to Revive Butcher & the Boar
Jester Concepts (P.S. Steak, Borough) says it will bring back the restaurant in new space
Fish Fry at Your Place
Cook a healthier take on fried fish with Crispy Baked Cod Sandwiches with Chipotle Mayo and Pickles, Cod with Lemony Veggie Zoodles + 5 more fish recipes
New Restaurant Review: Tono Pizzeria + Cheesesteaks
Jason judges a Philly-style sandwich haven in St. Paul
Culture
Minnesota’s First Conservation Memorial Forest is in the St. Croix River...
Better Place Forests forgoes urban headstones for trees for a new way to scatter a loved one’s ashes that’s better for the environment
Champions of Change in Minnesota: Amira Adawe
The founder and executive director of the Beautywell Project fights against the skin-lightening cosmetics industry, to promote internal and external wellness
Meet the Voice of the U of M’s New Global Focus...
Dr. Rahel Nardos is connecting the University of Minnesota with low-resource locations to improve healthcare access
How We’re Combating Substance Abuse’s Deadly Link to COVID-19
Overdoses have increased since the pandemic began, says Allina Health physician Katherine Katzung
