Each month of summer arrives with new delights in the fields and farms across the East Metro. Rows of fragrant flowers and succulent fruits paint...
Dining
White Bear Lake Creativity Shines at the Minnesota State Fair
Area residents showcase their creativity and skill at the Great Minnesota Get-Together. While researching my ancestry this spring, I came across a...
A Recipe for Killer Burgers
With summer in full swing, it's the perfect time to add a new burger recipe into the mix. Killer Burgers Makes 4 1 ⅓ lbs. Kowalski’s Certified...
Know Your Seasons for You-Pick Farm Visits
It’s always a good idea to add a you-pick farm to your summer bucket list! Timing and crop availability vary year to year; make a plan to check in...
How To Beef Up Your Burgers This Summer
Ground beef is one of the most popular and versatile items in the Kowalski’s Markets meat department. But ground beef is a common term often used to...
At the State Fair With Alice Seuffert
White Bear Lake Magazine editorial advisory board member Alice Seuffert is a Minnesota State Fair aficionado. For many years, Seuffert participated...
Succession Planting and How To Get Started
Bring consistency and vibrancy to your garden with succession planting. Each spring arrives with a burst of energy—from the sun and in our own...
The Shops on Stillwater Road
Two young entrepreneurs are building thriving businesses in their hometown. Situated on Mahtomedi’s main street, The Wild Bean and 350 Degrees...
Pizzeria Pezzo Starts New Chapter with Kowalski’s Markets
White Bear Lake will continue to enjoy authentic Chicago-style pizza. Over a decade ago, the late Gary Bougie and his wife, Keri Bougie, partnered...
Showered in Flavor
Who says cake can only make an appearance at the wedding reception? Fresh lemon and almond extract marry to create this heavenly Lemon-Almond...
Elevate Your Events With Drinks on Tap and Signature Cocktails
The vows are exchanged, the kiss has sealed the marriage—and now it’s time to celebrate in style. Add a memorable touch to your cocktail hour and...
The Bread Church
At White Bear Lake United Methodist Church, a community bread oven is a cornerstone of a mission to care. The traditional brick oven was built by...
Let’s Dish Expands Its Ready-To-Bake Options
When the holiday season kicks into high gear, the heat is on—especially in the kitchen. Meal preparation can feel like it’s on a never-ending...
Two Holiday Recipes To Bring to the Table
The Kowalski’s Markets team shares one of their favorite holiday recipes. Prime Rib Roast This recipe comes from Joe Crow, meat and seafood director...
The Kowalski Family Celebrates 40 Years in White Bear Lake
If you ask any Twin Citian to free-associate with the words “grocery store” or “supermarket,” there are likely just a few names that come up—and...
Bonfire Bites for Fall
Some foods just taste better cooked over an outdoor flame. Let’s be clear; we will always support s’mores as the campfire foodie champ. No doubt. No...
Sharpow Knife Sharpening Kits Come to Kowalski’s Markets
Entrepreneur and owner of Edina's Vivront is launching Sharpow, a new mail-in program for at home cooks. Founder of knife-sharpening company...
The Minnesotan Is a Game Day Destination
With a new self-serve tap concept, The Minnesotan is a game day destination. Visitors to a downtown White Bear Lake staple can treat themselves to a...
Bring a Fresh Dip Recipe to Your Table
Brighten up gatherings with delicious takes on appetizing spreads. If there’s one thing Minnesotans do best, it’s summer get-togethers. Whether your...
Embrace Summer With Seasonal Flavors
This Best of White Bear Lake issue is worth celebrating! If you’re in the market for a party this season, you might be looking for a “best of” bite...
