by Feroza Mehta | Oct 1, 2025 | Book Club, Local Makers, Noteworthy
Our columnist, Daniel Green, has a new cookbook called Take Home Thailand. Eagle-eyed readers will notice that the photos were taken by our photographer Chris Emeott. We spoke with Green about his latest work. What inspired you to write this cookbook? My heart has...
by Laura Westlund | Oct 1, 2025 | Arts, History, Noteworthy, Shops
When Victor Gruen was planning the construction of Southdale Center, he followed a habit popular among modernist architects and contacted a well-known sculptor, Harry Bertoia (1915–1978), to create a decorative feature for the United States’ first indoor shopping...
by Feroza Mehta | Oct 1, 2025 | Arts
The mixed media artist shares her experience being a part of Motherland. What does it mean to you to be part of this art exchange? It’s deeply meaningful for me. My great-great-grandparents emigrated from near Oslo in 1866, and their journey has always been part of my...
by Feroza Mehta | Oct 1, 2025 | Arts, People
Beta Version is a creative family band that lovingly integrates East and West. “Somethin’ always happens whenever we’re together. We get a happy feelin’ when we’re singing a song.” —Partridge Family Theme Song Nestled in the Interlachen community lives Edina’s very...
by Daniel Green | Oct 1, 2025 | Local Makers, Noteworthy, Recipes
The first time I had this classic Thai curry was back in the early 1990s when I traveled first class on Thai Airways. I was immediately captivated by the presentation and the taste—it was both elegant and unforgettable. The curry was served in a small, hollowed-out...
by Feroza Mehta | Oct 1, 2025 | Arts, Entertain
Edina Asian American Alliance (EAAA) has been holding an annual Diwali event for several years. For this year’s Festival of Lights, EAAA has joined forces with 50th & France and Raag for the business district’s first-ever Diwali celebration. It starts with a...
by Feroza Mehta | Oct 1, 2025 | Entertain, Recipes
Spook up your Halloween party with fun and flavorful recipes for all ages. There’s something extra sweet about Halloween when the treats are homemade. Whether I’m hosting a spooky soiree or heading to a costume party, a platter of festive homemade goodies adds a...
by Emily Deutschman | Oct 1, 2025 | Noteworthy, Travel
Ready to celebrate Halloween? These four destinations are worth a spot on your Halloween travel map. Anoka Known as the Halloween Capital of the World, Anoka celebrates with parades, a haunted house and community events that make this small town big on charm. Derry,...
by Emma Souza | Oct 1, 2025 | Shops, Style
From city streets to suburban style, Minneapolis boutique has all the answers to your fall fashion needs. Chunky boots, fur coats, knit sweaters and vintage apparel—no matter the fall fashion item, they have a new home in Edina. The Fitting Room has long been a staple...
by Feroza Mehta | Oct 1, 2025 | Arts, Book Club
A natural gift turns local writer and illustrator into a social media sensation with a bestselling manga. At first glance, Ethan Johnson might seem like any other 23-year-old Edina resident. But scroll down his Instagram, TikTok or YouTube channel, and you’ll quickly...
by Feroza Mehta | Oct 1, 2025 | Arts
An art exchange marks the 200th anniversary of Norwegian immigration to the United States. In honor of the bicentennial of the first wave of Norwegian immigration to the United States, Edina gallerist Gregory Rich is unveiling Motherland, a groundbreaking...
by Mollee Francisco | Oct 1, 2025 | Style, Wellness
Explore the skin care of the future. If you’ve ever dreamed of customized skin care but assumed it was either impossible or too expensive, Michele Henry wants you to think again. Thanks to the power of artificial intelligence (AI), the future of aesthetics has arrived...
by Feroza Mehta | Oct 1, 2025 | Photo Contest
The basketball courts near Rosland Park are where Vivek Shrivastava plays on a regular basis. One October evening, as he was walking through the park, the view caught his eye. “Just before the sunset, I saw these leaves turning gleaming yellow, so I took out my phone...
by Madeline Kopiecki | Sep 30, 2025 | Featured, Photo Contest
Photographers bring the Edina community into focus. Over the past year, residents have been cataloging local life around Edina. This summer, these same shutter bugs shared some of their favorite shots in our Images of Edina photo contest. We can’t thank you enough for...
by Madeline Kopiecki | Sep 24, 2025 | Featured, Giving Back, Style
The first annual Raise the Roof fundraiser was a stylish success. Edina nonprofit Dads of Down syndrome (DODs) took over The Basement Bar in the North Loop on September 19 for an evening of community, glamour and good times. The fashionable fundraising event invited...
