by Danielle Gallus | Jun 2, 2026 | Drinks, Restaurants
The Schram Vineyards restaurant invites guests to its summer experience weekend. Bonfire & Barrel’s Summer Starts Here event offers three nights of entertainment and celebration at Schram Vineyards, one of Edina’s longtime favorite West Metro vineyards....
by Madeline Kopiecki | Jun 1, 2026 | People, Wellness
The upcoming pageant has been years in the making for Mrs. Minnesota International. Edina Magazine editor Feroza Mehta has always had a keen interest in pageants. “I grew up watching [pageants]” Mehta says. “I used to be in awe of the beautiful women walking on stage,...
by Feroza Mehta | Jun 1, 2026 | Uncategorized
It was my family who first introduced me to Strictly Come Dancing. In 2004, while I was in graduate school in London, bouts of homesickness often sent me to the Middlesex home of my mom’s cousin, Nergish (Nergish Auntie to me), for weekends filled with comfort food...
by Feroza Mehta | Jun 1, 2026 | Giving Back, Style
Bling It On was the brainchild of Twila Singh, the City of Edina’s organics recycling coordinator. The City of Edina invited residents to the Edina Senior Center on February 28 to donate jewelry and accessories such as handbags and scarves. Volunteers detangled...
by Mollee Francisco | Jun 1, 2026 | Giving Back, Wellness
A pediatric pulmonologist champions research into a rare disorder. Jack Blemker was just a few hours old when he began to exhibit signs of respiratory distress. The newborn was rushed to the NICU where doctors would soon discover that his organs were reversed; he...
by Alexandra Tostrud | Jun 1, 2026 | Interior Design, Renovate
Zimmer Design transforms a classic bungalow into a vibrant home for aging in place. When Tori Haines moved to the Twin Cities to be closer to her daughter and grandchildren, she rented and later purchased a small bungalow in Edina. After her daughter recommended...
by Katie Tomsche | Jun 1, 2026 | Ingredients, Recipes
Celebrate National Lobster Day on June 15 with this recipe from Katie Tomsche, content manager for Lunds & Byerlys. Plus, discover some expert guidance on how to cook lobster from chef Anthony Leonhardi. 1 ½ lbs. lobster 2 Tbsp. unsalted butter, divided 1 cup...
by Feroza Mehta | Jun 1, 2026 | Local Makers, Noteworthy, Pets, Shops
What began as a passion project by five 10-year-old girls has grown into a thriving local business. Luca & the Five Girls opened its first store and commercial kitchen last July at the intersection of Cahill Road and West 70th Street. “We worked with so many...
by Feroza Mehta and Zoe Yates | Jun 1, 2026 | Arts, Education, People
The Bersten family has roots in Edina and on TV. We have stars in our midst. They’re tucked away inside the lower level of Southdale Center behind an unassuming studio marquee that reads, Dance With Us America. This is where Gene and Elena Bersten train everyone from...
by Mollee Francisco | Jun 1, 2026 | Education
Parents spark a growing movement, urging families to delay kids’ online access. Fitz Ochs swivels back and forth in a desk chair in front of a computer. “Hey, do you want to come over and go skating after this?” the 10-year-old asks. Lars Ellingson and Decklan...
by Mollee Francisco | Jun 1, 2026 | Education, People
Organizations help entrepreneurs find guidance, accountability and community. For many an entrepreneurial woman trying to get her business off the ground or a female executive looking to improve her leadership skills, the Business Women’s Circle (BWC) has provided a...
by Editorial Staff | Jun 1, 2026 | Noteworthy, Weddings
This beautiful time of year brings coral bells and wedding bells! And, as you know, every wedding celebration starts with a special announcement. We are pleased to announce that plans for our stunning, annual wedding issue are currently underway. We’re ready to...
by Feroza Mehta | Jun 1, 2026 | Photo Contest
Stephanie Thomas is no stranger to this page. She has an uncanny talent for capturing fleeting moments and turning them into timeless treasures. This snapshot is no different. Thomas took her father, Gordy Lewis, to Dave & Buster’s at Southdale Center to celebrate...
by Feroza Mehta | Jun 1, 2026 | Arts, Outdoors
Free concert series brings live music and iconic tributes to Centennial Lakes Park. The Grooves and Foods Music Series returns to Centennial Lakes Park with four weeks of free concerts, celebrating iconic artists and local talent. Presented by the Rotary Club of Edina...
by Madeline Kopiecki | Jun 1, 2026 | Ingredients, Local Makers
Lobster is a decadent ingredient that poses a quandary for some when it comes to preparing it at home. In the realm of seafood, the maxim is “fresh is best.” To this end, Edina’s Lunds & Byerlys delivers live lobsters via special order, while also supplying...
