Origami in the Garden is the latest outdoor sculpture exhibit on display at the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum. The collection by artists Jennifer and Kevin Box is made up of 40 large-scale origami sculptures made out of bronze, aluminum or steel. As you wander around the gardens near the visitor’s center, you’ll find cranes perched on rocks, […]
Springtime at the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum
I’m so happy that I was able to make it over to the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum while all of the spring flowers were still in bloom. The crab apple blossoms, tulips and lilacs were all in peak bloom and the entire place smelled amazing! We hiked around most of the collections along the 3-mile drive […]
Power and Beauty in China’s Last Dynasty
I highly recommend going to see Power and Beauty in China’s Last Dynasty at the Minneapolis Institute of Art before it closes next month. The incredibly well-curated and beautifully designed exhibition explores different facets of imperial life during China’s last dynasty, otherwise known as the Qing dynasty, which spanned more than 250 years (1644-1912). I […]
Classy Cocktails: Mint Julep Recipe
It’s Derby Day! Time to break out your fancy hat and best bottle of bourbon! Since no Kentucky Derby viewing party would be complete without a refreshing mint julep, here’s my go-to recipe for the big day: Ingredients: Kentucky bourbon Crushed ice Mint leaves Simple syrup* Water Directions: Muddle mint leaves and 2 Tbsp. simple […]
Spring Blooms: Art in Bloom
Art in Bloom was packed this year! According to the Minneapolis Institute of Art, more than 52,400 people attended this year’s event, which has to be a record. After the never-ending winter we had this year, I’m actually not surprised that so many people came out of hibernation over the weekend to experience spring. I […]
Veggie Bites: Young Joni
The best way to experience all the goodness that is Young Joni is to go with a group and order a bunch of dishes to share—that way you get to try a little bit of everything. We started our meal with a couple of shareable salads, including the vegetarian-friendly ‘Bibim Grain’ salad, which contained a […]