The 9 Best Places for a Kid’s Birthday Party in Minnesota!

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Grand Slam, Burnsville, MN

A birthday party package at Grand Slam is a no-brainer for parents. They supply pizza, drinks, a party room, game tokens, trampoline jumping, laser tag, mini golf, go carts, and time in their Play…

A birthday party package at Grand Slam is a no-brainer for parents. They supply pizza, drinks, a…

Minnesota's 8 Best Tacos

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Taqueria La Hacienda, Burnsville, MN

With a couple extra locations and a food truck now, Taqueria La Hacienda is moving up in the world. They are easily the best tacos South of the River. And it’s no surprise: When a Mexico City…

With a couple extra locations and a food truck now, Taqueria La Hacienda is moving up in the world.…

The 8 Best Sporting Goods Stores in Minnesota!

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South Metro Sports, Burnsville, MN

If you are involved in a team sport, whether it’s soccer or softball, lacrosse or track, South Metro Sports probably has everything you need. They also customize a wide range of sports and fan…

If you are involved in a team sport, whether it’s soccer or softball, lacrosse or track,…

The 9 Best Antique Stores in Minnesota!

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AntiQues Minnesota, Burnsville, MN

AntiQues Minnesota is the largest and one of the oldest antiques malls in the state. Now housed in a newer facility, the mall is home to 350 unique dealers. Needless to say, AntiQues Minnesota has…

AntiQues Minnesota is the largest and one of the oldest antiques malls in the state. Now housed in…

Minnesota's Best Public Golf Courses

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Legends Club, Prior Lake, MN

Legends Club is located on the southern edge of the Twin Cities metro. Hewn from the lakes, ponds, creeks, and wetlands of Prior Lake, Legends Club was designed by Gill Miller to be an…

Legends Club is located on the southern edge of the Twin Cities metro. Hewn from the lakes, ponds,…

15 Best Hiking Trails in Minnesota!

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Louisville Swamp Unit, Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge, Shakopee, MN

Hikers in the Twin Cities can find a river oasis in the form of the Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge (MVNWR). The Louisville Swamp Unit, on the western end of the refuge, near Shakopee,…

Hikers in the Twin Cities can find a river oasis in the form of the Minnesota Valley National…

10 Best Buffets in Minnesota

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The Buffet at Mystic Lake, Prior Lake, MN

Perhaps the biggest in Minnesota, the Buffet at Mystic Lake is certainly a crowd pleaser. They offer lunch or brunch, as well as dinner, seven days a week. Their various offerings range from…

Perhaps the biggest in Minnesota, the Buffet at Mystic Lake is certainly a crowd pleaser. They…

Best Skate Shops in Minnesota

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Zombie Boardshop, Burnsville, MN

Thanks to Zombie Boardshop, South of the River skaters aren’t left to fend for themselves with big box chains and mall stores. Located near Buck Hill (they carry snowboards, as well), the shop…

Thanks to Zombie Boardshop, South of the River skaters aren’t left to fend for themselves…

The 10 Best Burgers in Minnesota!

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Lions Tap, Eden Prairie, MN

This casual, local watering hole became a destination when word spread about its burgers. The Lions Tap doesn’t do anything too fancy with the burger concept, but its house-blend spices do so…

This casual, local watering hole became a destination when word spread about its burgers. The Lions…

Our 10 Favorite Festivals in Minnesota

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Minnesota Renaissance Festival, Shakopee, MN

Tucked along the Minnesota River, between Shakopee and Jordan, is a village that seems out of time in the 21st century… except that most of the people walking around in 15th century European…

Tucked along the Minnesota River, between Shakopee and Jordan, is a village that seems out of time…

Louisville Swamp Unit, Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge, Shakopee, MN

Featured in 15 Best Hiking Trails in Minnesota!

Hikers in the Twin Cities can find a river oasis in the form of the Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge (MVNWR). The Louisville Swamp Unit, on the western end of the refuge, near Shakopee,… Read More

Lions Tap, Eden Prairie, MN

Featured in The 8 Best Burgers in Minnesota!

This casual, local watering hole became a destination when word spread about its burgers. The Lions Tap doesn’t do anything too fancy with the burger concept, but its house-blend spices do so… Read More

Wine & Canvas, Minneapolis, MN

Featured in The 10 Best Places for Paint & Wine in Minnesota!

The Wine & Canvas Studio and Cafe is located on the St. Anthony/Minneapolis border. The group hosts in-studio events, as well as events at other locations like restaurants. Wine & Canvas also… Read More

Como Park Zoo and Conservatory, St. Paul, MN

Featured in The 8 Best First Date Locations in Minnesota

Como Park Zoo and Conservatory is good, year-round bet for a first date. If the outside areas are too cold, you can always grab a coffee, tea or cocoa and stroll through the fragrant,… Read More

BLVD Kitchen & Bar, Minnetonka, MN

Featured in The 6 Best Places for Fried Chicken in Minnesota!

So BLVD Kitchen & Bar doesn’t exactly have fried chicken in the traditional sense, they simply have some of the best chicken tenders in the state. The start with whole chicken breasts,… Read More

Eli’s (Downtown), Minneapolis, MN

Featured in The 8 Best Bars in Minnesota!

The original, narrow Eli’s on Hennepin pulls off a trick that few downtown bars can: It feels like a neighborhood watering hole but manages to draw enough foot traffic from offices and… Read More

Afton State Park, Afton, MN

Featured in The 15 Best Camping Spots in Minnesota!

Afton is another park close to the Twin Cities, only half an hour from St. Paul, but nowhere near civilization. Stretching from St. Croix River beaches to bluff-top prairies, the park boasts miles of… Read More

Chanhassen Dinner Theatres, Chanhassen, MN

Featured in The 10 Best Places for Live Theater in Minnesota!

The Chanhassen Dinner Theatres have been putting smiles on the faces and food in the stomachs of Twin Cities theater patrons for decades. Always lighthearted, usually entertaining, and eternally… Read More

Minneapolis Farmers Market, Minneapolis, MN

Featured in The 8 Best Farmers Markets in Minnesota!

Although the Minneapolis Farmers Market offers downtown dwellers a shot at its goods a couple days a week, its Lyndale Market is where the party is. Open daily, year-round (with limited winter… Read More

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Annual A Perfectly Fall Craft and Gift Expo

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Lakeville Hasse Arena, Lakeville, MN

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Apple Valley Fall Festival Craft and Gif Expo

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Apple Valley Sports Arena, Apple Valley, MN

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