Minnesota

Hermann the German

Meet Hermann the German in New Ulm, Minnesota

Disclosure: The New Ulm Convention & Visitors Bureau facilitated our visit to the Hermann Heights Monument. However, all opinions are my own. During our autumn visit to New Ulm, Minnesota, we enjoyed the beautiful fall leaves, sipped…

Sips: Morgan Creek Vineyards

This adventure also appeared on Minnesota Uncorked as part of this year’s 30 Days of Wine. Get in the holiday spirit by checking out the other #30DaysOfWine posts here. This fall when we headed north for a weekend…

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Eats: Hi-Lo Diner

I am an enthusiastic lover of breakfast. Sweet or savory—it doesn’t matter. I love the ritual of diner breakfasts in all of their comfort and regularity, full of worn vinyl booths and steaming cups of…

A Hidden Gem: Hennepin History Museum

Disclosure: Meet Minneapolis facilitated our visit to the Hennepin History Museum. However, all opinions are my own. Growing up in suburban Chicago, I spent many a Saturday volunteering with my mom at our local historical society. I loved learning…

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Wandering the Wabasha Street Caves

Disclosure: Visit St. Paul facilitated our tour of the Wabasha Street Caves. However, all opinions are my own. One of the first times I visited the Twin Cities, I stumbled upon the Wabasha Street Caves. Even though…

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Exploring the Mill City Museum

Disclosure: Meet Minneapolis facilitated our visit to the Mill City Museum. However, all opinions are my own. While I’ve spent a fair amount of time in Minneapolis, I realized that I know very little about the…

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Sips: Bent Brewstillery

When I travel, I love to explore local wineries and craft breweries to get a taste (literally) of the area. Over the years I’ve toted home growlers of craft brews from adventures and even helped stomp grapes at an Iowa winery. But a “brewstillery”? That was a delightful new experience for me.