Edina, MN October 2024

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Live, Laugh, Love and EAT!

Food….what can I say? Without it, we wouldn’t be here.  I was born at about 12:15pm and have always used that as a prime excuse for my healthy appetite!

Beyond human sustenance, food is something that brings families and friends together. My favorite times growing up were on Sunday evenings, when our family would make time to be at Sunday night dinner which included catching up, sharing stories, laughing and appreciating one another’s company. Our family dinner was a regular, weekly occurrence and although I may have complained about it as a teenager – it is something I really miss.

With the changing seasons comes a change in what we are craving, and with fall that often means comfort food. October is our most delectable issue of the year, so we have included a fabulous flatbread recipe that you can enjoy at home.

The beloved neighborhood Red Cow has gotten a refresh, and VP Michael Giacomini shares what’s new in addition to their tried and true staples.

For dining out and more of an entertainment spot, the Boardroom restaurant inside Office Golf boasts a fun menu for the whole family and you don’t have to be a golfer to enjoy the atmosphere and great selection of bites. The pizzas are my personal favorite and the golf simulators and games are an added bonus.

We also found some fun foodie destinations if you plan on traveling this season. In follow up to our August Kids + Pets Issue, we wanted to congratulate and showcase our photo contest winner! It’s always so fun when our community takes pride in what Edina has to offer. Many thanks to all who submitted.

Food brings us all together, and whether we are sharing a meal with loved ones or enjoying a night out on the town, the time spent while enjoying food is invaluable.

Wishing you a fabulous fall season of dining and cooking as well as a safe and Happy Halloween,

October 2024

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CLEO Skin + Laser is a new skincare brand wholly focused on providing top-of-the-line, no-downtime laser facial treatments, and they're starting their venture here in the Twin Cities. Co-founded by Amber McMillan, who spent ten years working as a director and VP in wellness hospitality at Lifetime Fitness, the company has opened their second location at 50th and France. Check them out at cleoskinandlaser.com

PRO TIP by Andrew Vick

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Rebel Citizen - Showcase Your Love for Edina

Melissa Bang, local Edina mom with a family of hockey boys, found herself looking for fun, green and white gear to wear to sporting events, but couldn't find the right pieces. So she made them. "I created Rebel Citizen Company because I wanted to produce something that was unique, good quality and was wearable in and out of the rink and fields. I designed a line of clothing for women, men and youth that they can wear to showcase their love for Edina." Shop Rebel Citizen at  rebelcitizencompany.com

Clean Space, Clear Conscious

Two Betty's Cleaning is making a big difference in the Twin Cities - and not just when they clean your house! They only use eco-friendly and nontoxic cleansers. Plus, they're committed to providing all employees with a safe, equitable work environment and paying every employee a living wage and benefits. They're woman-owned and run, with a leadership of fierce advocates for environmental, economic and social justice. Book your cleaning quote at twobettysclean.com.

21st Century Tavern with Flair

A FAMILY SHARING THEIR LOVE AND KNOWLEDGE IN CULINARY AND COCKTAILS

ARTICLE BY SUE BALDANI | PHOTOGRAPHY BY ANDREW VICK

What started out as a family discussion around the kitchen table has grown into a succession of successful restaurants through the Minneapolis-St. Paul area. It’s no wonder – Red Cow has won multiple awards for its burgers, bars and cocktails.

Experienced restaurateurs Luke Shimp and wife Tracy Bachul have passed down their knowledge and love for the industry to their sons Michael and Peter Giacomini. (Luke has twice been named Restaurateur of the Year by the Minnesota Restaurant Association and has also been voted Best Restaurateur with the Charlie Awards, a local peer based award.)

The family of four opened their first Red Cow at 50th & France in 2013, and this past October, just opened their sixth in Wayzata. “It's been an up and coming market, and there's other really good restaurants that have opened up in that area,” says Michael. “There always seems to be a ton of foot traffic down there, which is one of the criteria we have for choosing a restaurant location.” Other locations include Saint Paul, Uptown, North Loop, and Rochester.

The secrets to their success? “We're able to use really high quality ingredients while keeping it affordable,” explains Michael. “We also have a great variety of food while maintaining our core competency of burgers.”

One of these, the Barcelona burger, includes thinly sliced prosciutto de Parma, Manchego cheese, piquillo peppers and smoked pepper aioli. The family created a proprietary burger blend and seasoning mixture to create the most flavorful meat. It’s just mouthwatering, and like their other burgers, keeps people coming back again and again.

“Additionally, to set ourselves apart, we say, we are a 21st century tavern,” he says. “To us, that means that we serve elevated west coast inspired fare, but it also means that we have a fantastic beverage program.”

So, in addition to the burgers, sandwiches, salads and shareables, Red Cow focuses on 30 fine wines by-the-glass, curated cocktails, a wide variety of craft beer and spirit-free beverages. “A lot of times you'll go to restaurants and they'll do two really good, or one really good, but we do them all great,” says Michael. “Our beverage director is constantly enhancing our drink menu – at least four times a year.”

Red Cow restaurants also have a wine preservation system. “This preservation system allows us to have 30 wines by-theglass, properly preserved (not oxidized), so they are fresh and served at proper cellar temperature.” When it comes to beer, there are 36 craft beers on tap alone.

While the demand for their burgers has never waned (80% of their customers still order a burger), they like to change up or enhance their other offerings from time to time to keep things new and exciting. “We’re focusing on providing fresh, light, west coast/southern California fare,” says Michael. “We brought lettuce wraps back into popularity, along with coconut shrimp, tempura veggies and a delicious Baja chicken bowl – they are all really, really great and align with our culinary vision.”

The taverns are also fun gathering places for Happy Hour. Customers can find a variety of appetizers such as Truffle Fries, Wisconsin Cheese Curds, Sliders, Ahi Tuna Crisps, and Chips and Dip. “The most popular cocktails we offer during Happy Hour are our trio of margaritas – a Strawberry Fresno, a Hibiscus and an Original,” he says.

“We’re able to use really high quality ingredients while keeping it affordable.”

“We also have a great variety of food while maintaining our core competency of burgers.”

Every decision is a family affair. “Luke does a ton of research on what the trends are and what people are eating, specifically on the west and east coasts, because it typically takes a couple of years for those trends to come to us,” says Michael. “Of course, we always need my mom's input to make sure it's light, bright, and fresh. My brother and I are viewed as your typical diners. So you've got the researcher, you've got the very experienced mother and then you have us, the diners, so we try to make sure it fits all four branches.”

In addition to Red Cow, the family also launched Red Rabbit, an Italian restaurant, in 2016, which has been named one of the top 50 independent restaurants in America. It has two locations – one in Minneapolis and one in St. Paul.

Giving back to the community is a core principle of both restaurants. Their InspiRED Giving program supports local charities and youth sports teams, and is very important to the family and their staff.

To find out more, and to see the entire menus, go to RedCowMN.com and RedRabbitMN.com.

THE BOARDROOM

I’m in Bloomington, just off 494, watching deer taking turns sipping from Nine Mile Creek. They look discontent on this dour, drizzly autumn evening. I’m sure it would comfort them to know how cozy The Boardroom is keeping me.

You seldom associate warmth with the phrase “30,000 square foot facility,” yet The Boardroom glows in its own hospitality. It is Office Golf’s full-service restaurant, which serves elevated American fare and restorative beverages in a bright, airy environment. It is a perfect spot for a date, which I am currently on with my beautiful wife, who does not play golf, and who loves it here. She says she loves being anywhere with me, but I know the truth. She specifically loves going to The Boardroom.

Why? Many reasons. The truffle tots, which we firmly believe to be the pinnacle of tot cuisine. The supreme pizza, which is only slightly more supreme than the Hawaiian pizza. The Jack Daniel’s bacon mac n’ cheese, which comprises all four of the loveliest ingredients known to man. The pretzel-crusted salted caramel brownie, which I am determined to find a way to live inside of someday. There are even salads. It’s all a far cry from the sort of food you would normally eat off of green checkerboard paper.

“Mmm-hmm, that's good booze!” Jackie Gleason said it often, and I’m sure he’d have said it here. There are cans, bottles and drafts, the last of which includes Office Golf’s exclusive OG Amber Lager. Divine. There are both primary colors of wine, as well as rosé for the true renegades. There are signature cocktails as well. I’m drinking a Fairway Fizz, which may have negated my ability to appreciate a greyhound unless it has elderflower liqueur in it.

A normal pub has one bar. Office Golf has three. Two are in The Boardroom

itself: a large one for raucous gatherings and televised sports, and a tucked-away speakeasy for intimate tête-à-têtes. The third makes the 19th hole perpetually available to indoor golfers.

I tried my hand at one of Office Golf’s 18 Trackman iO golf simulators before (during an earlier, wifeless visit). Within seconds I was transported to first tee at Bethesda Country Club, where I was blown away by how faithfully the machine interpreted my golf skills. I was exactly as bad at virtual golf as I am at the real thing.

I could practically feel the sand in my shoes by the 18th hole, which I somehow managed to reach in just under an hour. (A party of four can play a full round in about as many hours.)

Such state-of-the-art yet accessible technology really opens golf’s applications. If you’re accustomed to closing big deals on the green or just palling around with your friends there, Office Golf makes it possible to be yourself all winter long.

Office Golf also makes it easy to host gatherings of all sizes. The Boardroom comfortably accommodates up to 300 guests, and has two adjacent simulator rooms to entertain them. Just let the dedicated event specialist know what the ultimate rehearsal dinner, family reunion, corporate get-together or other private party must include. You’ll find it all waiting for you on your arrival.

The date is now nearing its conclusion. I don’t dread the 10-minute drive back to Eden Prairie, and I expect to return soon. It’s hard to believe my new favorite hangout features a sport I’m so dreadful at, but that’s the beauty of Office Golf. You can ignore its signature attraction entirely and still love it here.

7807 Creekridge Cir., Bloomington   952-324-5236 | officegolf.com

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The Winners of Our Family Foodie Contest is a Local Mom and Daughter Duo

And the winner is…

In August, Edina Lifestyle teamed up with Andrew Vick of Vick Studios to offer a contest where families could submit a photo of themselves at their favorite dining spot around town and they would be entered to win a $100 gift card to that restaurant.

After much consideration, Sloane Leary and mom, Nicole, have been crowned winners of the best photo.

The duo, who love spending time together, stopped by Yumi Sushi for some yummy bites and good vibes.

“Yumi Sushi is delicious with large, beautiful specialty rolls and a ton of variety,” Nicole says. “This is our special spot for mom and daughter dates, and was Sloane’s first restaurant experience with sushi, which is now her fav food.”

Yumi offers a wide variety of Japanese cuisine, including but not limited to, noodles, sashimi, sushi rolls, Kobe beef, fried rice, dessert, sake and cocktails.

ARTICLE BY SARAH KNIEFF

The runner up, Zanna Shannon, and mom, Susan, visited Oh Crêpe, a brand new crêperie and cafe in Edina.

“Zanna loves crepes,” Susan says. “She frequently requests we make them together at home. So when this new crepe cafe opened up just blocks from our home, we had to go. Zanna ordered the crepe with Nutella and

added whipped cream and strawberries to top it off. Delicious! Two thumbs way up.”

Oh Crêpe offers high quality, nutritious and delicious crêpes that are appealing to all. Its menu includes gluten-free and vegetarian options.

4408 France Ave. S | ohcrepemn.com

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Fabulous Flatbread

This dish is from Chef Evon Profitt, the director of culinary operations for all of Westside Concepts in Arizona. This flatbread with grilled peaches, house-made rosemary paneer cheese, soppressata, fresh mint, and pistachios with a balsamic drizzle is to die for.

Grilled Peach Flatbread with House-Made Rosemary Paneer Cheese

Yield: 4 flatbreads

INGREDIENTS:

• 2 peaches cut into 8 pieces each

• 12 slices soppressata or any salami

• Fresh mint

• 1 tbsp. olive oil

• ¼ cup pistachios, chopped

• Balsamic reduction

• 4 baked naan bread

FOR THE PANEER CHEESE:

• 6 cups whole milk

• 2 tbsp. rice wine vinegar

• ½ tbsp. fresh rosemary, chopped

• 1 tsp. kosher salt

HOW TO MAKE PANEER CHEESE:

Paneer cheese is made by curdling milk using an acidic additive such as lemon juice or vinegar. Paneer cheese does not use any kind of rennet, nor fermentation or aging.

In a pot, bring 6 cups of whole milk to 200 degrees. Once milk has reached temp., stir in the 2 tbsp. of vinegar and turn off heat; milk will begin to separate. Allow milk to curd for 5 minutes, strain whey and curds into a cheesecloth-lined colander. Transfer curds to a mixing bowl and add chopped rosemary and 1 tsp. kosher salt, mix ingredients together, reserve the cheesecloth for the next step. Place the curds back into the cheesecloth, pull the corners of the cloth together, ring out excess whey from the curds, and hang for 30 minutes to continue draining. Once the curds have drained, place cheesecloth-wrapped curds back into the colander and place a heavy item on top, in order to press the curds into shape and press more of the whey from the cheese, for 3-4 hours. Use cheese fresh or keep refrigerated up to 4 days.

FLATBREAD:

Brush olive oil onto both sides of naan flatbread, and place in oven on rack for 10 minutes at 400 degrees, or grill for 2 minutes each side. Grill peach slices for 2 minutes each side, or place in oiled sauté pan till each side begins to caramelize. On a cutting board, lay flatbread down, and place grilled peach slices around flatbread. Take small pieces of Paneer cheese and place throughout over the peaches. Be creative and find place for the soppressata or salami of your choice. Garnish with crushed pistachios and torn fresh mint. Cut flatbread, transfer to serving plates, and drizzle with balsamic reduction.

“I love the use of fresh, locally sourced peaches, and giving people the chance to make an easy, versatile cheese at home with ingredients that many already have in their refrigerators and pantries.”

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SIP, SWIRL, AND SAVOR YOUR WAY THROUGH YOUNTVILLE, THE CULINARY HEART OF NAPA

DESTINATION DELICIOUS

Looking for a once-in-a-lifetime epicurean experience? Yountville, which is nestled into Napa County with vineyards in every direction, is a treasure trove of foodie greatness at every turn. Here is how to take a bite out of it all.

ARTICLE BY ALISON BAILIN BATZ

RH YOUNTVILLE RESTAURANT

The flashy, splashy RH Yountville is hard to miss as it takes up nearly a full block along Yountville’s ultra-walkable downtown. The Restoration Hardwareowned property is a wine, food, and shopping mecca comprised of five separate experiences—an indoor/ outdoor restaurant with a glass roof surrounded by 100-year-old olive trees and adorned with dramatic crystal chandeliers; a two-story wine-tasting space with its own share of crystal chandeliers and a sleek limestone bar; a limited-production wine center; an espresso bar; and a boutique design gallery grander in scale than even its ever-so-lavish sister property at the Scottsdale Quarter in Scottsdale.

Award-winning chef Brendan Sodikoff leads the kitchen, sourcing seasonal ingredients from nearby farms and using them as inspiration for both whimsical, shareable, and New American fare, as well as twists on comfort-food classics. His team allows vegetables to shine right along with proteins, making it the perfect place for all diets. There are at least 40 wines by the glass on the menu at any given time, many from neighboring wineries. The expertly trained staff has pairing suggestions—be they wine, craft beer, or craft cocktails—for each dish, offering recommendations based on guests’ palates and preferences over trends and their personal tastes. RH.com/yountville/restaurant

TASTING ROOM TREATS

Yountville’s many wineries and vineyards toss out tradition—bellying up to a bar for a flight of wine with crackers to cleanse the palate or a basic meat and cheese board—in favor of interactive foodie fun when it comes to its tastings.

RH Yountville. Photo courtesy RH Yountville

Handwritten Wines , for example, offers a Breadand-Butter Experience. During the 90-minute seated event, guests can enjoy white truffle potato chips and Bouchon Bakery baguettes, along with multiple mouthwatering artisan butters. The butters are handmade to complement five of the winery’s most awarded varietals that are made on the Napa Valley hillside and most coveted vineyard blocks. HandWrittenWines.com

Priest Ranch , which is next door to Handwritten, boasts a Bacon and Wine Tasting. A must if you love meat and wine, the 90-minute experience marries four wines with its own bacon, each of which has been flavored with everything from honey to harissa to Italian herbs to bring out distinct notes in the wine. PriestRanchWines.com

Silver Trident Winery, across the two-lane street from Priest Ranch and Handwritten—so a one-minute walk— is home to what it calls the Potato Chip Extravaganza. True to its name, those who book this crunch-tastic tasting are treated to five types of potato chips, each sourced from a small producer. Each chip comes with a glass of wine to accompany it. The combination will take your taste buds on a magical mystery tour of flavor. SilverTridentWinery.com

JCB Tasting Salon , approximately 300 feet from Silver Trident, is home to a Caviar and Sparkling Wine Pairing. This dive into the ultimate in decadence pairs four high-end sparkling wines with four distinct artisanal caviars. Prepare for bubbly effervescence and over-the-top indulgence. JCBcollection.com

Chandon is nearly a mile from the others, but well worth the three-minute drive. During its ambitious Epicurean Experience, chef Juan Cabrera highlights the beauty of bubbles by pairing his favorites with five precisely plated works of culinary art. Chandon.com

Baldacci Family Vineyards sits at the intersection of Yountville and Stag’s Leap, and its Perfect Pairings program is just that. The nibble-heavy experience explores the science of how wine and food amplify each other, and even offers suggestions of what to pair with your personal favorite bites and sips. BaldacciVineyards.com

ROMANTIC RESORT RESTAURANTS

As one might imagine, all the accommodations in the region drip luxury, but Hotel Yountville, Bardessono Hotel and Spa, and North Block Hotel stand out, thanks in great part to their dining options.

Hotel Yountville , just steps from more than a dozen tasting rooms and boutiques and built using river rocks from the nearby Napa River, has elegance to spare—and that extends to Heritage Oak, its signature eatery. Guests in the know always arrive prior to their reservations for killer craft cocktails (and adult popsicles!) at the Y Bar before being seated for elevated comfort food infused with wine country sophistication. HotelYountville.com

Bardessono Hotel and Spa is approximately two blocks from Hotel Yountville. The striking, sprawling LEED Platinum Certified property, situated within its own vineyard, is committed to providing a lavish experience for guests and diners within a sustainable environment. Its world-renowned Lucy Restaurant & Bar—named for the Bardessono family’s matriarch—serves up craveable farm-to-fork dishes with global flair, using ingredients from the hotel’s orchards, on-site certified organic farming garden, and similarly minded farms and purveyors across the region. Bonus: The dog-friendly restaurant also has a menu for pups. Bardessono.com

North Block Hotel, which is nearly next door to RH Yountville, features all things wood-fired and wonderful at its primarily al fresco Restaurant at North Block. Beyond the gorgeous grilled main dishes, North Block is a happy hour hot spot thanks to its daily Oyster Hour, where fresh oysters are just $1, as well as a local craft beer selection and seasonally changing menu of scrumptious sourdough pizzas. NorthBlockHotel.com

CELEB CHEF SUPPER CLUB

No gourmet guide to Yountville would be complete without some stargazing. Many of the world’s most celebrated celebrity chefs sharpen their knives and showcase their skills in Yountville.

French Laundry helped put the region on the map. The prix fixe spot—named by Anthony Bourdain as the best restaurant in the world—is one of the only restaurants to hold three Michelin stars. Every dish tells a story, and every visit is unique. Founder Thomas Keller is a veteran of several Food Network shows, a staple of talk shows, and a guest judge on Top Chef. FrenchLaundry.com

Mustards Grill , a casual, yet elegant spot, is known for American fare and is named to honor Napa’s yellow mustard flowers that provide vital nutrients to the vines. The restaurant is covered in them, save for the space carved out for its organic garden. Its founder is bestselling cookbook author and Top Chef: Masters contender Cynthia Pawlcyn. MustardsGrill.com

Bottega Napa Valley excels at bold Italian flavors in a dizzyingly delicious setting complete with dreamy stone fireplaces and glass chandeliers. Emmy® award-winning chef Michael Chiarello helms Bottega, always seeking to authentically connect guests with the flavors from his family’s roots in Southern Italy. BottegaNapaValley.com

Bistro Jeanty brings the French countryside to Yountville. The brainchild of Michelin star and James Beard Award-winner Philippe Jeanty, the bistro has been a Napa staple since 1998. Today, Philippe’s daughter Camille continues his legacy, creating each menu as an homage to her father’s favorite childhood food memories from his native France, and diners taste the love in every bite. BistroJeanty.com

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A SELECTION OF UPCOMING LOCAL EVENTS OCTOBER

ALL MONTH

Free Fall

Buckthorn Dump

Lot across from Braemar Golf Dome 8:00 AM

Edina residents can properly dispose of their buckthorn shrubs for free during the semi-annual buckthorn dump. The fall dates are 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturdays Oct. 19 and 26 and noon to 4 p.m., Sundays Oct. 20 and 27. At the drop-off site, people must show a photo ID with a current Edina address. edinamn.gov.

OCTOBER 4TH - 6TH

Fall Artisan Home Tour

Twin Cities

Imagine the life you’ll love to live. Housing First Minnesota presents the Artisan Home Tour by the Parade of Homes. View the Twin Cities’ most gracious and well-appointed homes representing the vision and craftsmanship of some of the most respected and innovative homebuilders in the Metro area. artisanhometour.org.

OCTOBER 4TH - 5TH

Twin Cities Oktoberfest

MN State Fairgrounds Progress Center

Don’t miss this chance to sing Ein Prosit, and hoist a great Minnesota beer and cheer "Prost!” Plus, taste delicious German staples and local fare while enjoying entertaining bands and a traditional German dancing troupe that’ll get you grabbing a partner for polka. tcoktoberfest.com.

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OCTOBER 5TH - 6TH

Rivertown Fall Art Festival

Lowell Park

Located in beautiful historic downtown Stillwater, along the scenic St. Croix River and under 45 minutes from Edina, a stunning fall backdrop awaits to showcase your art! To attract visitors, this event also offers a beer and wine tent, a variety of food selections, live music and entertainment. greaterstillwaterchamber.com.

OCTOBER 11TH - 13TH

Fall Color Trail Hike

Minnesota Landscape Arboretum | 9:00 AM

Be surrounded by prime fall colors while running or hiking the beautiful Arboretum trails! The 5th annual Fall Color Trail Run/Hike is staggered over three days (Oct. 11-13) to prevent overcrowding of the trails and to maximize the experience for all participants. Pick your course (1K, 5K or 10K), date and pace and experience the wonder of autumn from trails lined with stunning fall foliage. mngardens.horticulture.umn.edu.

OCTOBER 25TH - 26TH

Disney's Hocus Pocus in Concert

Orchestra Hall

Accidentally brought back to life in Salem on Halloween night, three witches, known as the Sanderson sisters, attempt to steal the life essence from the town’s children so they can have eternal life. They are outwitted by a boy named Max Dennison and his friends. Dust off your broom and zoom on down to Orchestra Hall for a night of magic and music. minnesotaorchestra.org.

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