Welcome to our travel and outdoor living issue. This month, we bring you the inspiring story of Edina’s Ellen Hunter Gans, who completed the Great World Race, also known as the 777. It’s seven marathons, on seven continents, in seven days. Even more remarkable, she is the first person with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome to accomplish this incredible challenge.
We often focus on home decorating, but what about boats? Emily Gedde takes us aboard Freya, the boat of interior designer Victoria Sass of Prospect Refuge Studio. She transformed her boat with a playful 1980s-inspired aesthetic. It’s a reminder that great design doesn’t stop at the shoreline.
At home, my teenage daughter has a love for cooking. A few weeks ago, she surprised me with her first-ever crêpe cake—a labor of love that sparked a new appreciation in me for this delicate and time-consuming dessert. For those whose kids may not be whipping one up on their own, there’s no shortage of talented local bakers who can create truly unforgettable crêpe cakes. Avery Vrieze spoke with Gavin Kaysen and Claire Corvaisier about their shared love of the crêpe cake and why it makes such a perfect Mother’s Day treat.
Do you remember those episodes of The Nanny where Fran takes little Gracie to the clearance sale at Loehmann’s and women start fighting over garments? Well, let me tell you about Loehmann’s in real life. The Fitting Room is known for its quarterly fashion shows that showcase local designers. Its Merry Merry show was held in December at the Gold Bar inside the Edina Theatre. When the model who was wearing Jordan Carpenter’s one shoulder plaid holiday dress walked down the runway, I immediately looked at the two women who bought the most items at the previous show. Their expressions were like Carrie from Sex and the City when she sees a pair of shoes she adores. They looked at the dress, then the crowd, then at each other as if to say, “Don’t even think about it. It’s MINE!” Right after the show was over, the clothes were brought out on racks. The two women jumped out of their seats and lunged themselves toward the dress. But this is Edina, not The Nanny, and the ladies were civil. I just knew I had to chat with Jordan Carpenter and find out the secret to his success.
I wish you a May full of warmth, joy and love. And Happy Mother’s Day.
