Tuesday, August 23, 2011

Health Food in Minneapolis

 While spending time in Minneapolis, whether you have special dietary concerns, or just like to eat healthy, you have a world of options.  The local Co-op scene in particular is huge. There is a lot of locally-grown food available, as well as plenty of vegan, diet, gluten-free, organic, etc. options.

Seward Co-op -

This grocery store and deli is a cooperative that sells high-quality natural foods.  They have been around for almost 40 years, and focus on bringing in local produce.  It has grown from a small group of volunteers to a 13,000 sq ft store with over 8,000 members!

Ecopolitan -

This is more than just a natural foods store - they have a restaurant, a spa, a store, a health center and plenty of helpful publications.  Their shop provides raw food, medicine, kitchen tools, and supplements.  You can really find about anything you'd want there.  If you just want to grab something to go the restaurant/bar has organic, vegan food!

Wedge Community Co-op -

The Wedge Co-op is just a few years younger than Seward, and they have a similar story.  They rose from a handful of people to over 14,000 members.  They bring in a lot of organic, natural food.  They also were the first Certified Organic Retailer in the state.  They even offer educational programs for local school children on sustainable farming.

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Thursday, August 11, 2011

Music Venues in Minneapolis

While you are in Minneapolis be sure to head out for a night of live music.  There is a little of something for everyone from the big tours to smaller venues with more intimate acts.  Prices for both national and local shows are generally very sensible.

Xcel Energy Center -

While technically in Saint Paul, the Xcel Energy Center is the local hockey arena (for the Minnesota Wild) that converts into a stadium venue.  It is about to turn 11 years old and holds just under 20,000 people.  They draw popular performers, including Katy Perry, Adele and Andre Rieu.  If you are looking for a fun, pop/rock, big-time show this is your place.

First Avenue -

Spend at night at this iconic club.  It is a smaller venue, with a lot of variety.  They have a mixture of bigger national acts and local unknowns.  Their prices are very reasonable, so even if you don't know the band it is worth checking out, they are usually very good too.  If you'd rather just go dancing for a night First Avenue is also great for that.

Cabooze -

Cabooze is an eclectic venue with all kinds of shows.  They have relatively low prices, and a range of acts.  You can check out a local band for $5 or catch George Clinton and Parliament Funkadelic.  They also host a lot of themed parties, so that might be worth looking into as well.  This is a great place to take a night off and enjoy yourself.

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