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A short monthly list of what's just opened, worth the drive, and quietly great across the Twin Cities and West Metro.
- New restaurant and shop openings, before the crowds find them
- One neighborhood spotlight each issue, city and West Metro
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01
Eat & Drink
The openings worth a reservation, the patios worth the wait, and the corner spots locals keep quiet.
02
Shop & Explore
New boutiques, markets, and weekend detours from North Loop to Excelsior and everywhere between.
03
Know the Cities
What's changing block by block, and the context behind why a neighborhood feels different this year.
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