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Category: Minnesota

Midwest State

Red Wing Shoe Store (Red Wing, MN)

If you ever find yourself in Minnesota, traveling down Highway 61 along the Mississippi River, and roll into Red Wing, well—pull up a chair, and let me tell you all about my visit to the Red Wing Shoe Store. It’s kind of a whole Midwest experience wrapped up in leather and laces. Now, first off, Red Wing itself? Just a downright charming river town. One of my personal favorite places …

Sweet Haven Tonics

During a recent visit to New Ulm, MN, a friend and I were walking down main street doing some shopping. We walked by this place, Sweet Haven Tonics, and both thought maybe it was a chocolate shop. Ha! After turning around and taking a peek inside, we discovered a charming cocktail lounge with soft lighting, leather sofas, and high-top tables. We walked in and were immediately welcomed by a friendly …

The Confluence Hotel (Hastings, MN)

On a lovely Fall weekend, I took a little getaway to Hastings, MN. During my visit I stayed at the stunning The Confluence Hotel located on the riverfront in Hastings. Once the H.D. Hudson Manufacturing Company Factory, this building was restored to bring new life and create a destination along the Mississippi River. Come along as I share about my stay at The Confluence Hotel! This boutique hotel features 77 …

Hermann Monument (New Ulm, MN)

One of my favorite places to visit is New Ulm, MN! This charming town has so much to see! One of the fascinating attractions to check out is the Hermann Monument located at 10 Monument Street. This 102-foot (and more than 4,000 pounds) statue towering over New Ulm depicts Hermann the Cheruscan, the ancient hero whose army liberated Germany from Roman rule in 9 A.D. As German immigrants came to …

The Kitchen Table (Prescott, WI)

On a beautiful Fall weekend, I slipped away for a little trip to Hastings, MN. On Sunday morning I woke up and decided to hop over the Minnesota and Wisconsin border for a hearty breakfast at The Kitchen Table in Prescott, WI. My goodness, friend, was that a treat for sure! Come along as I share my experience at The Kitchen Table! As I crossed the border from Minnesota into …