Carol's
RestaurantsOld-school diner vibes: When you want the kind of no-fuss, old-fashioned diner cooking that tastes like someone’s grandma still runs the kitchen, Carol's in Blaine keeps it classic with homestyle American meals cooked right.
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Coon Rapids Dam Regional Park
Parks & OutdoorsStroll the dam views: When you need a quick reset close to home, Coon Rapids Dam Regional Park delivers with a breezy walkway across the dam, wide paved trails, and plenty of postcard-worthy scenery.
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BeautyLevel up your lashes: Her Aesthetics specializes in lashes that look like yours, just better, with custom sets shaped to your eyes and your vibe.
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Best Burgers 2026: Cheffy, neighborhood, pair with a drink or worth a drive, we have you covered
The annual list of the best burgers in the Twin Cities in 2026 is compiled from old favorites and notable newcomers.
Full story at twincities.com ↗
Taizo Taiyaki Opens in South Minneapolis
Chef Hide Tozawa has opened Taizo at 4743 Nicollet Ave.
Full story at hoodline.com ↗
So Minnesota: Ghostly spirits fill the air at Black Forest Inn restaurant
The German restaurant Black Forest Inn in south Minneapolis is known for its food and ghostly spirits.
Full story at kstp.com ↗
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