Posts in category 'Twin Cities'

It's not always easy finding vegan dining options — particularly when you move to a new area. There are plenty of Minneapolis homes for sale and Saint Paul homes for sale, but it takes a bit of research and planning to determine which restaurants in the Twin Cities have the best plant-based options. Don't worry, though; we've got you covered. As we celebrate World Vegan Month this November, here are some of the most convenient and delicious vegan options the Twin Cities have to offer.

1. Hard Times Cafe - 1821 Riverside Ave., Minneapolis, MN 55454
   Open 22 hours a day (6 am to 4 am daily), the Hard Times Cafe has a punk vibe and a great vegan menu with a wide variety of delicious and exotic options you can enjoy at almost any hour. Of particular interest are their vegan dessert cups, such as blueberry vegan cheesecake, chocolate cake with lavender frosting, and lime curd with cherries, layered into cups for a quick and convenient dairy-free treat.

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Visiting expos is a fun weekend activity for the whole family.  It's also a great way to take a deep dive into any particular hobby or interest. Now that expo season is in full swing, there are tons of exciting shows coming to the Twin Cities. Best of all, they span a wide range of interests. 

If you love browsing exhibitions, trying new food, and meeting fascinating people, you might enjoy checking out one of these fantastic Twin City expos this November:

• Minneapolis Gift & Art Expo 2021 - 1301 2nd Ave. S, Minneapolis, MN 55404
  Start your holiday shopping at the Minneapolis Convention Center November 5-7 at the Minneapolis Gift & Art Expo. Here you'll find a wide range of homewares, decor, jewelry, paintings, and many one-of-a-kind gifts. You'll also have the chance to meet and support so many wonderful local artists. After the event, check out these Minneapolis homes for sale on your way home.

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For many people, fall and apple orchards go hand in hand. Visiting an orchard gives you the chance to pick up fresh apples in exotic varieties you won't find at your local grocery store. As a bonus, you'll be supporting local farmers and sustainable farming practices. These five orchards are close to both Minneapolis homes for sale and St. Paul homes for sale, making them perfect places to stock up on apples and other fall produce no matter where you live in the Twin Cities area.  

1. Victoria Valley Orchard - 4304 N. Victoria St., Shoreview, MN 55126 
   Victoria Valley Orchard is an intimate, family-owned orchard near Shoreview homes for sale. The business dates back to the 1960s and has been proudly passed down through several generations since then. These days, they grow 21 varieties of apples, including uncommon options like Ginger Gold, Wealthy, and Shamrock.  
   
   You can buy any of these apples by the pound from apple crates kept stocked at the shop in front of the orchard. You'll also find delicious products like unpasteurized honey, caramel apples, and apple-related treats like crisps and pies. Guests do not currently have the option to pick their own fruit, but they are allowed to walk around the orchard and enjoy the beauty of the farm's well-kept grounds.

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Sunday, September 26 is World Rivers Day. It's an opportunity to appreciate and celebrate our local rivers and streams, and there's no better way to mark the occasion than by taking a paddling trip in the Twin Cities. 

We're blessed to live in a part of the world where numerous world-class rivers and streams are practically at our doorstep. If you're looking for a great place to kayak in Minneapolis and Saint Paul, look no further!

• Minnesota River - 101 Snelling Lake Rd., Saint Paul, MN 55111
  The Minnesota River flows over 300 miles across nearly the entire state of Minnesota before eventually emptying into the Mississippi River in Saint Paul. It's a gentle and placid river throughout much of the year, and sections of it are protected as Wild and Scenic River. Needless to say, there's a lot of great kayaking along the way. If you're looking for a paddling spot convenient to these St. Paul homes for sale, check out the beautiful Fort Snelling State Park, which includes ample river access near the Minnesota River's confluence with the Mississippi.

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