What's going on in Minneapolis / St. Paul

Before Longfellow penned "The Song of Hiawatha," Minnehaha Park and Falls were filled with mysticism and wonder, an expanse of unadulterated nature in a soon-to-be-bustling city. Nowadays, the omnipresent light rail runs right by the park, but it'...

Pity the poor dog whose exercise is limited to the minimal exertions of a walk around the block. Can such creatures really be blamed for releasing their pent-up energy by devouring home furnishings? Thankfully dog owners have their choice of six o...

The name "Rembrandt" has become symbolic of great artistry, in the way that "Einstein" has come to represent high intelligence or that "Shakespeare" is the epitome of writing. If you were fortunate enough to catch the stunning "Rembrandt in Americ...

The restaurant's patio is breathtaking, however happy hour is only available in the main bar and the garden bar area, as the majority of the patio is considered part of its dining area. Happy hour runs Monday through Friday from 4 to 6 p.m. and 9 ...

The experience of walking into the Midtown Global Market is much like walking into the International Bazaar at the State Fair: It's a cornucopia of bright colors and rich textiles, bustling with people, and everywhere you look there's something de...

The appetizer market has become saturated with the deep-fried. While that's all well and good, sometimes there's nothing as good as a healthy and fresh option, like the spring roll, for example. Just off 494, Richfield restaurant Joy's Pattaya Tha...

The most enjoyable bike ride in the Twin Cities begins and ends with spectacular waterfalls. Start your trip from the Stone Arch Bridge in downtown Minneapolis, with its amazing view of St. Anthony Falls. Then head south along the leisurely and wi...

The best-kept secret of vintage lovers and deal seekers, Arc's in Richfield is a well-oiled machine that benefits developmentally disabled adults and children with every donation. The store is roomy and filled with quality clothing and home goods,...

The Groveland Tap has been a reputable and welcome Mac-Groveland institution for local families and generations of Macalaster, St. Thomas, and St. Catherine's students. The bar isn't just a cozy nook in one of St. Paul's most charming neighborhood...

The word "boutique" can sometimes prompt one to worry about how a purchase at that shop may impact the wallet. This is not the case with Primp, a fab store in St. Paul and St. Louis Park. Here the threads and accessories for sale are fashionable, ...

To introduce a visitor to the best that Minneapolis's urban side has to offer, climb up through Jean Nouvel's masterpiece building and then out the equivalent of 12 building stories toward the Mississippi (you can stop for coffee at the Guthrie's ...

"Our casino is just the beginning," reads Mystic Lake's tagline, and for those who don't have a shirt to lose on gambling, that's important stuff. Though with about 4,000 electronic and table games in its nearly 140,000 square feet of gaming space...