I quickly stopped by to pick up some chocolate for a gift for my partner and was surprised by how…read morecute the space is. Plenty of residential parking. I got the chocolate covered almonds, Kodiak cups (my fav!) and the mint polar bears (my partners fav). A bit pricey, but the chocolate is absolutely delicious and makes a great gift!

We were in the neighborhood looking for dessert and this shop popped up. We stopped in Sunday at…read morearound two in the afternoon and there was only one other customer in store. This shop is ran by a friendly hardworking man who is well informed about all the delicious chocolate and gelato. This space is so cute, and there are so many different varieties!

Darling little place with a lovely side patio. I highly recommend the fig tres leches ice cream…read more Service was friendly and fast. If I had more time in town I'd definitely head back for the affogato and enjoy more time on the patio!

Do you remember Sonny? I do. 25 years or so ago, I used to bring my anxious out of town family…read morehere, and my anxious in-laws, and my in-laws' anxious in-laws. Sonny was always there, and always made everything better. I don't remember how we said "the vibes are good" in the 1900s, but the vibes were so very good at the turn of the last century. I moved out of the neighborhood, but still tried to get back as often as possible. I am so very glad Sonny's is up and running. The Ice Cream seems less ice cream like than it used to, and more gelato like. That's fine, but it's noticeable. The prices are a little higher than comparable places, but that's ok too. But the vibes are just off.

Knoke's is a Hudson gem! We love spending time down by the river and then walking up to Knoke's for…read morean ice cream cone.

Happened upon this store of yumminess and very glad we stopped in. Tried a little bit of…read moreeverything. Bulk chocolates, gummies, taffy and random candy sold by the amount you scoop, loved the mint malted milk balls! Packaged homemade peanut butter cups with the perfect ratio. Homemade caramels that melt in your mouth. The ice cream and gelato counter brought me back to my childhood! The coconut ice cream with chocolate chips and nuts was fantastic and the portion size was on point! My husband opted for the turtle cheesecake by the register and loved every bite. We will definitely stop in again if we're in the area.

AMAZING THIS DRINK…read moreIS EVERYTHING! You need to try it out. The soft serve gelato paired with the chai?! They also have a matcha, coffee, and earl gray option! It's so heavenly, and the last few sips are so creamy. The interior itself is very tiny and cramped, so it's more of a grab and go drink. The baristas were all so sweet, and made for a great overall experience:)

After stopping for breakfast somewhat nearby, we were looking for a new place to try for a coffee…read more Crema was nearby and I had heard good things, so decided to stop by to get our caffeine fix for the day. The shop is a little small, but there is a parking lot next door and street parking available. They also serve ice cream along with coffee. The day we went, they had a cherry flat white on special, which I got and was absolutely perfect. Hubs got an iced latte, per usual. Staff were incredibly friendly and service was fast, especially considering how many people were in the shop.

I LOVE THIS PLACE !!!! What an amazing example of a small town business done right!…read more The chocolate AND the service is wonderful. The choices are supurb and the small town feel is great! Come out to Osseo, MN to try and experience what we are privileged to witness every day!

My first visit (over the summer) was great. There were so many options I couldn't decide, and with…read morethe prices, I figured it was best to just get a curated box versus 2-3 pieces. The owner, a kind woman whom I chatted with for a while, helped me curate an assortment focused on coconut options and a couple of others. I purchased 5 items that were packaged and wrapped with care. Items were: Martha Washington*, Coconut Truffle, Sea Salt, White Chocolate Haystack*, and a white chocolate option with (I think) jasmine and pistachio*. Items noted with the asterisk were my faves. I would definitely return to get my faves, try others, and support a small business.

Fantastic concept all around! Located just 45-minutes from the Twin Cities, Nordic Harbor is a gem…read moreof a find offering overnight rooms, a market, rooftop patio and even pontoon rentals. My very first visit here was for Mother's Day when my mom suggested we check out the market and rooftop patio. I am so glad we did because I was instantly hooked by the entire experience from the cleanliness to overall transformation from a former beat down motel into a luxurious space. The market contains gelato, espresso drinks, cases of drinks from boozy to normal, Nordic Harbor apparel, frozen pizzas, little snacks such as cheese and meats and an opportunity to make your own charcuterie board. Think of the market as your home base or check in if you plan on renting a room. There is also a very nice bathroom in here. My favorite part? The intimacy. Nordic Harbor isn't trying to be the loudest, most overpopulated spot on the lake, rather, everything is crafted with intention and the Nordic theme of cozy and quiet in mind. I came back for Memorial Day weekend and did a 1-night overnight with a full 8-hour pontoon rental and everything was seamless. I booked every component of this trip online and it was even given a personalized call from the owner, Nic, when I had a few lingering questions. A special code will be provided via email to access your room on the lockbox as opposed to a key. Each room amplifies the Nordic "Hygee" concept mentioned above which includes a quaint space with no clutter. The room even comes with a binder book that helps describe the room layout with the goal of keeping clutter out. I appreciated the slippers, eye masks, Nespresso machines, dish wear, patio, coffee mugs, electric fire pit and quiet hours. Additionally, the entire bathroom was a vibe from the heated floors to the LED mirror to the hanging eucalyptus to the luxurious shower head and shower spray with full products available to use. This has been my favorite shower to date!! The market, outdoor patio and pontoon rentals are open to the public so there is a good chance that people you encounter might not necessarily be spending time overnight and that is the beautiful thing about this place! Our pontoon rental was seamless - zero issues. We had great assistance learning the ropes of the boat and then it was all very independent once the keys were given which we appreciated. Needless to say, I will be returning again for sure. Thank you, Nordic Harbor!

This was our first visit to Nordic Harbor as we'd heard about it from a few different people and it…read morewas great; we'll definitely be back! The roof top vibe was very fun and inviting. We enjoyed the blankets strewn throughout and the stunning view of the lake and sunset. The bar tender was very friendly and we enjoyed talking to her.

Porzana has been on my must try restaurant lists for a while and I'm so glad I finally made it…read morehere! After seeing so many 5 star reviews I was curious if it would live up to the hype... it definitely does!! Service was fantastic and very attentive. We were given a description of the various cuts of meat which helped us decide what to try. My table ordered a domestic wagyu zabuton steak and a picanha steak. For sides we ordered the Caesar salad, grilled mushrooms and the tallow fries. The Caesar salad came out first. This dish set the bar high. It has a unique blend of herbs and spices adorning a bed of crunchy romaine and fried oysters that elevated this dish. Must try if you are in the mood for a salad. The steaks and sides came out next and were shareable. Between the two steaks the wagyu was the better choice. Melt in your mouth and seasoned to perfection. The picanha had great flavor but was definitely tough to cut. I'll just order the wagyu next time. The steaks come with a side of sauce. We ordered the chimichurri and llagua. I liked the chimichurri the best between these sauces. The mushrooms were marinated so well and had a rich umami flavor. The tallow fries were crispy and salty. I would get either of these sides again. We finished our dinner with the "burnt" cheesecake. Which featured strawberry rhubarb compote on top. Save room for this desert! It was so good! We went on a busy Saturday night and found parking in a nearby garage. They offer valet but we didn't notice it until we had already parked. I think the valet was cheaper than the parking we found so might as well utilize that service unless you find something farther away.

The best dinner spot in Minneapolis…read more Literally no notes. Beef tartare is my favorite thing. Steak is cooked to perfection every time. Service is fabulous Ambience is amazing