Ever since I can remember, all of my classmates and I desperately looked forward to spring break. Not only did it mean a week off school, but spring break always seemed to signify the impending,…
Minneapolis
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…
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…
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…
state Disclosure: Our trip to fair was hosted by the Roseville Visitors Association and the Minnesota State Fair. However, all opinions are my own. When we first started planning our trip to the Minnesota State Fair, I…
Disclosure: Our trip to fair was hosted by the Roseville Visitors Association and the Minnesota State Fair. However, all opinions are my own. While I’m not a native Iowan, I have a little sweet spot for…
A few weekends ago I took a road trip north to Minneapolis. Now, you might ask yourself why someone willingly agrees to travel to an arguably colder part of the country during an already chilly winter, but I think there’s something to be said for embracing the elements. In the same spirit, I decided to put together the perfect wintry day if you find yourself with 24 hours to fill in Minnesota’s Twin Cities…
When I first saw a friend post a photo at this year’s Bartz Snow Sculpture, I was intrigued. But when I found out the big-hearted reason three brothers created a giant snow octopus in the front yard of their suburban Minneapolis home, I knew I needed to plan a visit…
Winter can be a rough time for road trips. Weather is unreliable and, if I’m honest, there’s not a lot I’m will to stand outside for during the Midwest’s coldest months. The Eden Prairie Ice Castles easily make that short list…