Restaurants

October 15, 2020

Mandatory stop at Betty’s Pies outside of Two Harbors. We got Blueberry, Strawberry Rhubarb, Toffee, and Butterfinger slices to have after dinner. Good pie, but they are struggling with their process. Took over 30 mins to get our order.

Two kids wearing face masks pose outside Bettys Pies restaurant in Two Harbors Minnesota on a sunny fall day

Winnebago Sprinter RV parked outside Betty's Pies World Famous restaurant in Two Harbors Minnesota on a sunny fall day

October 15, 2020

Always stop at Great! Lakes Candy Kitchen on the North Shore. Business still thriving and adapted to pandemic. Delicious chocolate. Yum.

Great Lakes Candy Kitchen storefront with red and white trim, Open sign, handmade chocolates and candies, parking signs, fall foliage

Directional sign post outside Great Lakes Candy Kitchen in Knife River MN showing distances to towns along the North Shore

October 15, 2020

Lunch at New Scenic Cafe is a must do for us when we visit the North Shore. They have an outside operation during the pandemic and many spots with fires going to keep you warm.

Shiny Airstream trailer converted into an outdoor food stand with a blue striped awning, a menu board, and a person ordering at the counter.

October 14, 2020

We went to Ursa Minor Brewing to get pizza and a drink. I had the delicious Blackberry Shenanigans sour. The pizza was very good too! Happy to have fires to keep warm while we waited outside. 🍕🍻🍬

Ursa Minor Brewing outdoor patio at dusk with string lights, raised garden planters, a parked bicycle, and patrons in rain gear on wet pavement.

Stainless steel brewing tanks lined up in the production floor of Ursa Minor Brewing, with pipes and hoses connecting the equipment.

October 9, 2020

We had delicious pizza from Pizzeria 201 at their pop up spot by 10,000 Drops in Faribault tonight. 🍕🍹🤤

Pizzeria 201 wood-fired oven trailer set up outside 10000 Drops Craft Spirits Distillery and Lounge in Faribault MN

October 4, 2020

Dancing Bear Chocolate

First time visit to Dancing Bear Chocolate to get treats for my Mom’s birthday. They also made a custom Carrot Cake for her that was delicious and super filling!

Metal wire shelving unit displaying chocolates, baked goods, jams, and gift boxes with blue ribbons inside a chocolate shop

Round carrot cake topped with piped cream cheese frosting rosettes, dried cranberries, golden raisins, candied orange peel, mint leaves, and purple edible flowers

Two-layer carrot cake topped with piped cream cheese frosting, dried cranberries, golden raisins, candied orange peel, and purple edible flowers

September 20, 2020

Rosalia

A few days ago we happened to go to Rosalia on their very first night open to the public. Rosalia is the newest restaurant from Daniel del Prada, and is right behind one of our favorite restaurants in town, Martina. Rosalia is counter service pizza and our first visit was a great …

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September 13, 2020

Orchards aren’t doing U-pick this year but Honeycrisp Apples are ready. We got some apples and delicious snacks at Blossom Hill Orchard & Farm in Preston, MN.

Blossom Hill Orchard and Farm sign on a grassy roadside with a parking lot and farm buildings behind it.

September 6, 2020

Nice lunch today at Keepsake Cidery outside of Northfield. They have a great selection of ciders, sandwiches, and snacks. Worth the drive and they have a great outdoor space. Dogs welcome too. 🍎

Two Keepsake Cidery glasses on an outdoor metal lattice table, one amber cider and one pale gold cider, with a green bottle nearby.

September 3, 2020

Heather’s in South Minneapolis has quickly become a family favorite for dinner out on their large patio. Our food has all been great, and the space is relaxing and enjoyable. Recommended. 🍽