Lifestyle

Can’t wait for the State Fair? Summer kickoff event will return in May
The Minnesota State Fair is still almost five months away — but on Memorial Day weekend, fair fans can get an early taste of the festivities at the fourth annual Kickoff to Summer at the Fair.
Birria tacos and fried Oreos: See Target Field’s new foods and drinks for 2024
On Monday the Minnesota Twins debuted their new foods and beverages for the season. MPR News was front row to document all the new grub available for the team’s 15th year at Target Field (RIP the Metrodome).
Why Pilates, yoga, barre and ‘functional fitness’ are having a moment
Three guests joined MPR News Angela Davis to talk about low-impact fitness classes, sometimes called “functional fitness,” and how they can fit into your routine.
Minnesota Craft Brewers announce MN Brewers Cup Awards
The Brewers Cup issued awards in 23 categories based on style and determined by 30 judges with blind taste tests, along with five member-voted awards like Best Collaboration, Best Art and Design and Most Innovative Brewery.
Craft brewed sodas and family fun are on tap at Northern Soda Company
Taprooms that brew and serve craft beers seem to be everywhere in the Twin Cities these days, but one New Brighton-based beverage maker is offering a non-alcoholic, family-friendly alternative to the taproom. 
The iconic Cloquet restaurant gained a cult following from serving the same onion rings, shakes, hand-dipped fish and burgers since they opened in 1960.
Food for everyone: Fargo international market serves diversifying population
The biggest international grocery store in both North and South Dakota, the Asian and American Supermarket, is celebrating just over one year at its new location, becoming more of an important cultural hub for the Fargo-Moorhead area.