While Backpack Mister is doing some solo overseas exploration UK-style, (Go, Backpack Mister, Go!) Brooklyn Hound and I are holding down the fort here in the Twin Cities. … More Finding Our Way in the Twin Cities
Last Turn Saloon in Brainerd, Minnesota.Photo by Charish Badzinski. As I’ve mentioned previously, the Last Turn Saloon in my hometown of Brainerd, Minnesota is one of my favorite watering holes in the world. To get there, patrons descend from street level down an old staircase into a warmly-lit room rich in wood tones and brick. One … More Last Turn Saloon in Brainerd, Minnesota: Step Into Yesteryear
Big cities can offer the best fireworks displays, the biggest, most exciting performances by renowned artists, and the largest variety of deep-fried fair foods. Traveling to a large city to celebrate Independence Day can be an extraordinary way to mark the occasion. You could watch fireworks in St. Paul, Minnesota, parked on a postage stamp … More Independence Day and The Charm of Small Town Celebrations
La Crescent, Minnesota boasts 17 miles of scenic apple blossoms on its famed Apple Blossom Drive. It’s worth a road trip to see the trees in bloom every spring. … More Scenic, Stunning Apple Blossom Drive
The view from the upstairs seating area at Cossetta Italian Market & Pizzeria. Cossetta does brisk business, indeed. Photo by Charish Badzinski. Whenever you find yourself wandering around in downtown St. Paul, Minnesota, near Kellogg Boulevard and 7th Street, be sure to stop in to Cossetta Italian Market & Pizzeria. You may have to stand in … More Cossetta Italian Market & Pizzeria St. Paul: A Must-See for Foodies
Here’s your random travel photo of the week. There’s something about this tree. It inspires me to take photos of it every time I’m near. It makes me want to construct Andy Warhol-esque wall hangings of it with deep saturation of primary colors. I love the shape of it, the way it leans over Lake … More My Favorite Tree
Candyland in Minneapolis. Expect a line.Photo by Charish Badzinski. On 7th Avenue in downtown Minneapolis, Minnesota, you can take a step back in time and enjoy classic candies at a little oasis called Candyland. Simply follow the intoxicating smell of fresh caramel corn. Classic candies line the shelves at Candyland. Don’t forget to floss afterward!Photo … More A Sweet Little Stop: Candyland, Minneapolis
In September of 2008, I sold my car and opted to live without one. It’s good for the planet. It’s good for my wallet. And, it’s good for me, because I walk and bike more than I otherwise would. So since 2008, I’ve depended upon public transport, private enterprise and the kindness of strangers and … More The Green Goddess: Living Car-Free
Sunset on North Long Lake, Crow Wing County, Minnesota. Photo by Charish Badzinski. There’s nothing quite like a late summer boating excursion on one of Northern Minnesota’s pristine lakes. On a clear night at sunset, the views, and the reflection upon the glass-like water, cannot be beat. It’s moments like these, when you’re wondering whether … More Random Travel Photo: Sunset on North Long Lake, Minnesota
by Jane Comeau Summer isn’t summer without a trip to Minnesota’s second largest lake, Lake Mille Lacs. In fact, for more than 25 years I have skipped summer’s last stone into this lake’s massiveness and bid the loons my annual summer farewell. Lake Mille Lacs at sunset. Photo by Jane Comeau. It’s tradition. It’s a … More Lake Mille Lacs Swallows Summer’s Last Stone
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