I think labeling this year as “wild” is something we can all agree on universally. I doubt there is a person who would challenge me on the thought that 2020 has been the furthest thing from normal. Like many, how I thought this year would unfold has had to constantly be reshaped as the months went on. Now all of a sudden it’s October, and … Continue reading Summer 2020 photo journal
The Minnesota Instagram-famous, single soft-serve ice cream food truck, MN Nice Cream, has found itself a permanent home in North East Minneapolis, MN. The newly opened ice cream shop is uber cute and the perfect place to satisfy any sweet tooth or do-it-for-the-instapic craving. Their sugary treats are fun, absolutely picture-worthy and can be made into all sorts of creative concoctions with the plethora of wacky … Continue reading Extravagant toppings and glitter ice cream galore at MN Nice Cream in NE Minneapolis, MN
Located in Minneapolis is Minnesota’s first ever Cat Cafe. Cafe Meow, which doubles as cafe and cat lounge, is located in Uptown off Hennepin Ave (near Spyhouse Coffee). It’s the puuurfect place to get catfinated and hang out with some furry feline friends. How it works Cafe Meow is split into two spaces. When you walk in, one side is dedicated to a cafe setting. … Continue reading Cafe Meow: Where Minneapolis mixes cats and coffee
The ideal spring break is probably you on the beach with your toes in the sand and skin in the sun… am I right? But what happens when your vacation is looking more like a staycation? If you’ll be hanging out in Minnesota this spring break, you can still have some adventure, exploration and fun because there is plenty to see and do right here … Continue reading Spring break ideas if you are staying near the Twin Cities
Minnesota had the exciting honor of hosting Super Bowl 52 this year! My siblings, cousins and I got in on all the action by heading downtown to Minneapolis to experience the fun Super Bowl LIVE at Nicollet Mall had to offer. One of my favorite things to check out was ‘Sota Pop. The interactive pop-up experience was presented by Explore Minnesota and shows Minnesota’s full … Continue reading Super Bowl 52 in Minnesota
The Saint Paul Winter Carnival has officially started, and it’s lit. This year, for the 132nd annual Carnival, a 70-foot ice palace was built in the heart of Rice Park to exemplify the city’s winter festivities during Minnesota’s “super” year. This incredible palace is an exciting way for the city of Saint Paul to welcome the world to Minnesota for the Super Bowl and it was built with 4,000 ice blocks. … Continue reading Saint Paul Winter Carnival Ice Palace Lighting
This Minnesota girl spent her NYC fall break back home and it was a weekend well needed. I missed the serenity of the lake and the quiet of the country life. It was so fun to see my family, love on my pets and enjoy the fresh MN air. We went fishing in 40 degree weather and it was the best thing ever. I caught … Continue reading Visiting home from NYC: Fall break in MN
Summer is in the air and quickly approaching. For those of you staying near the Twin Cities this summer, I highlighted some local Minneapolis shops that should be on your list to check out. Each store has its own quirks and unique flare. They are also shops that I kept seeing all over Instagram, so I HAD to check them out! Frostbeard Studio A book … Continue reading Quirky Minneapolis shops to check out this summer
Being a city girl at heart, I have always loved downtown adventures. My favorites always include the ones involving bubble tea. It’s delicious, sweet and something fun to do with friends. Luckily, the University of Northwestern – St. Paul is only miles away from the best shops. Here are my top two that I featured in my latest What’s Trending VLOG: Chatime Tea Located in the … Continue reading Where to find bubble tea in Dinky Town
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