Togarashi is a versatile seasoning. As Tom Dokman from Here's the Deal Spice Co. says, "It’s a delicate blend. You want to bake it, not sear it." We...
Dining
Frightfully Good Spooky Sangria
Adults deserve a spooky treat for Halloween, too. This take on a traditional sangria is sure to raise the spirits of your next Halloween bash....
Use up Orchard Apples With This Salad
I love the combination of apples, cheddar cheese and smoked almonds in this salad. Adding these ingredients to fresh spinach and topping it with a...
Here’s the Deal Spice Co. Spices It up With Togarashi
Plymouth-based spice company puts a Midwestern spin on a classic Japanese flavor. Togarashi: Undoubtedly fun to say, but for many here in Minnesota,...
Create a Pumpkin Spice Chai Latte at Home
Pumpkin Spice Chai Latte This Pumpkin Spice Chai Latte is easy to make and has healthier ingredients than one you would buy at your typical coffee...
Día de los Muertos in Plymouth
Two locals share how they celebrate the Day of the Dead. It’s late October in Querétaro, Mexico, and the streets are a riot of color. Overhead,...
After School Boost with Protein Bites
It is nice to have a healthy snack on hand for the kids after school or to eat in the car when driving between activities. Quick and easy to make,...
Welcome To Feathered Acres Learning Farm & Inn
Family-run Belgrade farm offers a chance to experience agricultural life. As a little girl growing up on a dairy farm in Elrosa, Minnesota, Trisha...
Summertime Slush
Over 35 years ago, a group of nine hospital co-workers began having regular dinner gatherings every one to two months. One of these co-workers...
Ceviche Seafood House Makes a Splash
New restaurant invites patrons to travel through taste. When you hear of sushi, gyoza and edamame, where does your mind travel? Would you be...
MSP Kitchenery: My Kitchen Is Your Kitchen
Commercial rental kitchen creates community for emerging food brands. So many of us took to our kitchens during the height of the pandemic, whether...
Avocado Burgers: A Family Favorite
These are simply the best burgers. I have yet to meet someone who has tried them and not loved them. My mother made these often when we were growing...
Raising A Glass to Bent Paddle Brewing Co.
The Best of Plymouth issue is my chance to pay homage to the folks that are doing beer right in Minnesota. Duluth’s Bent Paddle Brewing Co. is my...
Welcome to the Table at The Fox and Pantry
The Fox and Pantry offers coffee, cooking classes and community. Arriving at Vicksburg Square on a dark evening in November, it was easy to find The...
Get Grilling
Asparagus is one of my favorite vegetables to grill. I like how the stalks get crispy with a little char on the ends. It is tender but still has a...
A Refreshing Spring Sip
Can you feel it? The temperatures are starting to rise. Before you know it, you will be inviting friends and neighbors over to sit on the deck or...
Something New is Brewing
Norte Café brings Colombian coffee directly to doorsteps. When Yair “Leo” Carvajalino first came to the United States at the age of 21, he learned...
Local Business Finds Sweet Solutions
Local entrepreneur pays homage to her heritage. Tashie George is in the business of finding solutions. The Liberian-born, New York-raised Plymouth...
Delicious Mujadara with Spiced Cauliflower Rice
This is one of my all-time favorite meatless dishes, inspired by the Lebanese dish Mujadara. In this recipe, I substitute cauliflower rice for the...
A Quick Tour of Celebrated European Wine Regions
When I think about travel and fashion, there are two places that jump to the top of my head—Italy and France. Luckily, they make some of the best...
