15 Best Hiking Trails in Minnesota!

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Jeffers Petroglyphs, Comfrey, MN

The trails at the Jeffers Petroglyphs historic site are not so much about the hike as the history. What makes this short loop one of the best in Minnesota is that it showcases the natural prairie…

The trails at the Jeffers Petroglyphs historic site are not so much about the hike as the history.…

Crispy Perfection: Best Places for Fried Chicken in Minnesota

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Carl’s Corner, Essig, MN

Viewers of WCCO, the CBS affiliate in the Twin Cities, gave Carl’s Corner the nod for the best fried chicken in the state. And they’re probably not exaggerating. In a town with a…

Viewers of WCCO, the CBS affiliate in the Twin Cities, gave Carl’s Corner the nod for the…

The 10 Best Breweries in Minnesota!

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Schell's Brewery, New Ulm, MN

It may be strange to think that the oldest and largest brewery in Minnesota makes some of the state’s best beers, but it does. It’s flagship Grain Belt lager, the go-to cheap brew for…

It may be strange to think that the oldest and largest brewery in Minnesota makes some of the…

The Best Wineries in Minnesota!

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Morgan Creek Vineyards, New Ulm, MN

Featuring Minnesota’s only underground aging cellar, Morgan Creek makes its wines in naturally-ideal temperatures, which is apparent in its final products. On Saturday nights from May through…

Featuring Minnesota’s only underground aging cellar, Morgan Creek makes its wines in…

Minnesota's Best Paint & Wine Spots

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Design & Wine, Mankato, MN

Design & Wine hosts public and private create and sip events throughout the Mankato area. One thing that makes sets them apart from other similar concepts is that the piece of art you take home…

Design & Wine hosts public and private create and sip events throughout the Mankato area. One…

The 8 Best Bars in Minnesota!

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Number 4 American Bar and Kitchen, Mankato, MN

Yes, Number 4 may well be the fanciest bar in Mankato, but it also exudes an air of cool that’s rare in Central Minnesota. On the other hand, that may just be the whiskey talking. And it…

Yes, Number 4 may well be the fanciest bar in Mankato, but it also exudes an air of cool…

Our 10 Favorite Festivals in Minnesota

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Oktoberfest, New Ulm, MN

Settled by Germans, named after a German city, and home to Minnesota’s biggest brewery, New Ulm boasts the best Oktoberfest celebration in the state. Two weekends of events engulf this town,…

Settled by Germans, named after a German city, and home to Minnesota’s biggest brewery, New…

The 8 Best Farmers Markets in Minnesota!

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Mankato Farmers Market, Mankato, MN

From May through October, Mankato residents head to the east side of town (not far from Minnesota State) to feed their cravings fro fresh fruit and other produce. All goods are substantially grown or…

From May through October, Mankato residents head to the east side of town (not far from Minnesota…

Sing, Sing a Song: Best Karaoke Bars in Minnesota

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The Loose Moose Saloon, Mankato, MN

You can let your hair down and your voice out two nights a week at the Loose Moose Saloon in downtown Mankato. The Loose Moose’s karaoke nights are Friday and Saturday, with alternating hosts,…

You can let your hair down and your voice out two nights a week at the Loose Moose Saloon in…

The 7 Best Sports Bars in Minnesota!

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Rounders Sports Bar & Grill, Mankato, MN

With its 20, high-definition 50-inch screens and a robust collection of sports packages, there’s no better place to watch sports in Mankato than Rounders Sports Bar & Grill. They have…

With its 20, high-definition 50-inch screens and a robust collection of sports packages,…

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