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New Year’s Eve Midnight Brunch
I’ve heard it said that how you ring in the New Year sets the tone for the year to come. I’m not a superstitious person, but I love the...
aliciaunderleenels
Jan 1, 20132 min read
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Winnipeg: Shopping in Osborne Village
Osborne Village was voted the best neighborhood in Canada by over 200,000 Canadians in the 2012 Canadian Institute of Planners poll and...
aliciaunderleenels
Dec 30, 20124 min read
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Baked Expectations
The next time you find yourself in Winnipeg, check out Baked Expectations, a charming little bakery and restaurant in the Osborne Village...
aliciaunderleenels
Dec 27, 20121 min read
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Winnipeg: Snacking at The Forks
I’m writing this post on a winter afternoon, when the light on the northern plains is an almost ethereal blue-gray. It reminds me so much...
aliciaunderleenels
Dec 20, 20122 min read
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Elegant Christmas Cookie Recipes
But just because it was crazy, doesn’t mean it wasn’t fun. I taught my niece Isabella how to crack eggs by putting my hand over hers as...
aliciaunderleenels
Dec 16, 20123 min read
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Holiday Gift Guide: The Nostalgic
Whether they lived through them or they’re a vintage enthusiast, the nostalgic believes in the magic of the good old days. It can be...
aliciaunderleenels
Dec 9, 20122 min read
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Buy Local at the Pride of Dakota Holiday Showcase
I like to support local artists and craftspeople, so it’s odd that I’d never been to the Pride of Dakota Holiday Showcase before. All of...
aliciaunderleenels
Nov 17, 20122 min read
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My Ruffneck Moment
You’ll find Fargo’s newest food stand (technically, I guess it’s a food trailer) more or less permanently moored in the JT Cigarro...
aliciaunderleenels
Sep 17, 20122 min read
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What to Buy at the Farmers Market Now
There’s something strangely beautiful about produce for sale in the open air. Maybe it’s the riot of colors or the soothing rhythm of all...
aliciaunderleenels
Sep 12, 20122 min read
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Mezzaluna = Best Steak Ever
I was expecting Mezzaluna to be good, but I wasn’t expecting the best steak of my life! Sara and Eric Watson’s Balsamic Grilled New York...
aliciaunderleenels
Aug 21, 20122 min read
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A Country Bridal Shower
It is possible to throw a fun, chic, non-stressful Bridal Shower. I know because my grandma and I recently hosted one for my cousin’s...
aliciaunderleenels
Aug 15, 20122 min read
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Where To Eat At Target Field
Even if you’re not a baseball fan, you should check it out. The stadium is beautiful, the people watching is great and there’s just...
aliciaunderleenels
Jul 29, 20122 min read
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I Love Mojitos
And they’re super easy to make. It’s the quality of ingredients that matter. Here’s what you need: Fresh Mint – I plant Chef Jeff’s...
aliciaunderleenels
Jul 13, 20122 min read
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The Taco Bros. Food Truck is Back In Business!
In the time it took for me to grab an order of chicken tacos, I was invited to an art exhibit, got into a passionate discussion about...
aliciaunderleenels
Jun 28, 20122 min read
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Gardening For Lazy People
I’ve spent the last few hours sitting on my porch with a giant salad made from odds and ends from my garden, listening to the Twins game...
aliciaunderleenels
Jun 20, 20122 min read
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Sickies Garage, Sons of Anarchy, Sake and Shot Skis
The lovely and talented Mr. Hunnam was great fun too. He’s very sparkly in person. I made that term up right this second, but it’s equal...
aliciaunderleenels
Jun 11, 20122 min read
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