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Where to Boozy Brunch in MSP: A 'Hood-by-'Hood Guide

Dec 29, 2015

Where to Boozy Brunch in MSP: A 'Hood-by-'Hood Guide

While waking up to hit brunch might not be the most appealing idea after a long night out on the town, sometimes a little "hair of the dog" is the best cure for that post-party-head-crusher you might just be rocking.

The 5 best craft beer events in MSP this weekend

Aug 7, 2014

The 5 best craft beer events in MSP this weekend

Minneapolis We've already told you about the 18 things the Twin Cities do better than anywhere else, but based on the evidence of this weekend, we probably should have added a 19th: hosting beer events.

Minnesota's 15 best lakes: a guide

Aug 6, 2014

Minnesota's 15 best lakes: a guide

We’re the Land of 10,000 Lakes, but not every one of those lakes is packed with things to do every Summer, hosts rowdy floating parties, or has the perfect place to go ice fishing.

A beer fest, out-of-town beer, and all the beer you can drink

Jul 31, 2014

A beer fest, out-of-town beer, and all the beer you can drink

Minneapolis Event of the WeekSaturday, August 2nd: The Canterbury Beer Fest means beer samples from the likes of Summit, Sociable Cider Werks, Tallgrass, Capital Brewing Co., etc., as well as food from trucks like RA MacSammy’s, Cora’s Wings, and Turkey To Go.

The 9 best tacos along MSP's East Lake Street

Jul 30, 2014

The 9 best tacos along MSP's East Lake Street

If you want a great craft beer, some mac 'n cheese, or even hot dish, you've got plenty of choices.

Heyday's new brunch, and a whole bunch of ribs

Jul 24, 2014

Heyday's new brunch, and a whole bunch of ribs

Minneapolis Event of the WeekFriday, July 25th - Sunday, July 27th: Get your smoke on with eight rib masters, plus more than 100 artist displaying their wares at The Great Midwest Rib Fest at Mystic Lake Casino.

A beer fest, a big restaurant opening, and Star Wars on water skis

Jul 17, 2014

A beer fest, a big restaurant opening, and Star Wars on water skis

Minneapolis Event of the WeekFriday, July 18th: On the off-chance you didn’t realize that Summer is here, the Minneapolis Aquatennial kicks off this weekend, setting in motion the best celebration of the (criminally short) season.

Celebrity softball and beer... on SUNDAYS?!?!

Jul 10, 2014

Celebrity softball and beer... on SUNDAYS?!?!

Minneapolis Event of the WeekFriday, July 11th: The newest brewery on the block, Sisyphus, opens at noon with tastings, games, and the now mandatory Adam Turman mural.

MSP experts give you the best beers for Summer

Jun 18, 2014

MSP experts give you the best beers for Summer

Summers in Minneapolis-St.

Jun 4, 2014

13 things you absolutely must do in MSP this Summer

Everybody knows Summers in Minneapolis-St.

25 things that Twin Citians love

May 14, 2014

25 things that Twin Citians love

After a looooooooooooooooonnnnnng Winter of sitting around fireplaces and making bad decisions about whether or not to brave the weather, you'd think the average person from MSP would be sick of this town, but if there's one thing people don't know about the Twin Cities, it's... well, these 18 things... and that you can't possibly get sick of a town with so much stuff to love about it.

Mall of America

Apr 16, 2014

18 Things You Have to Explain to Out-of-Towners About Minneapolis

Sooner or later, someone you know will decide that despite our reputation for not-so-fair-weather, and the fact that our biggest tourist attraction is a place packed with all the same stores they have at home, a visit to the Twin Cities isn't really a bad decision.