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Lifestyle

Appetites: 'Third wave' of coffee evolution brings new level of artisanship

Appetites: 'Third wave' of coffee evolution brings new level of artisanship

The revolution in local food has a potable component. Craft brewing and locally roasted coffee are rising in popularity, not just in the Twin Cities, but also in other parts of the state, such as Duluth.
by Tom Crann

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Bright Ideas with Omar Ansari

Bright Ideas with Omar Ansari

Omar Ansari, the founder of Surly Brewing Co., talked with MPR's Stephen Smith, host of the "Bright Ideas" series, before a live audience in the UBS Forum on November 27, 2012.
by Stephen Smith

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For Minn. dad and son, bonding over an elaborate model railroad

For Minn. dad and son, bonding over an elaborate model railroad

For Troy Pendzimas and his father, George, building model railroads has more than a hobby. Their project, more than three years in the making, is a three-level, 21-by-12-foot train yard that contains 530 feet of track. "It's been such a big part of our lives," Troy said.

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Legal pot is here, but stash the wallet for now

On Election Day, voters in Colorado and Washington state legalized the use of marijuana for recreational use. What's next? Residents in the Mile-High State are already looking to buy. But they can't -- at least not until next year.

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Turkey Confidential

Turkey Confidential

On this Thanksgiving Day, we can help you in the kitchen. The Splendid Table's Lynne Rossetto Kasper hosts Turkey Confidential, a live call-in program from 10 a.m. to noon, to solve your last-minute turkey emergencies. She has help from chefs like Marcus Samuelsson and Rick Bayless.

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10 ways to prepare your garden for winter

10 ways to prepare your garden for winter

Julie Weisenhorn, director of the master gardener program at University of Minnesota Extension, said gardeners can help prepare their gardens and lawns to thrive next year by taking a few small steps.
by Jon Collins

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