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Listed $850,000. Another Foxberry Farms gem! Sold first day. Many homes here have pools. This one was extra special. Call Two-Story Pete to see what’s coming. Summer is HERE!

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CONTENTS

J U LY 2 0 2 1 “Just over the crest of the hill I came upon the most glorious sight: the lake, sapphire blue with a red purple shore in the distance ... It was a perfect picture…” Jean Savage

IN EVERY ISSUE

Editor’s Letter 12 Noteworthy 15 On the Town 48 Gallery 54 Tastemakers 56 Last Glance 64 DEPARTMENTS Home & Garden 20

Green Acres

Arboretum recommends cabin-friendly plants and shrubs. Health & Wellness 24

Good Vibrations Sound therapy is making waves.

The Fashion of Sustainability Consider switching your closet to a more eco-friendly model. Scene 30

Out with the Old … PAGE 35

Excelsior Commons’ Master Plan kicks off with a new pavilion.

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FEATURES

Your Community, Your Vote

Editor’s Picks Can we have a word?

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Readers give their nods to their hometown favorites.

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A LO N G H I S TO R Y O F N E W T R A D I T I O N S

Join us as we celebrate 150 years! From our founding by a few visionary pioneers in 1871 to our expansive public programming today, we have always been a place where people come together: to celebrate, honor, mourn, reflect and remember what’s sacred in life. To celebrate our 150th anniversary we’re planning a full year of experiences and events you won’t want to miss. There’s so much to do and discover at Lakewood this year. We hope you will join us!

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elcome to one of the most anticipated issues of the year—the annual Best of Lake Minnetonka Readers’ Poll results, showcasing community members’ favorite businesses and services, and, in my estimation, this issue can’t come soon enough. While our magazine has always supported “all things local,” including commerce, municipal programs and services and residents, our staff is particularly eager this year to highlight anything, everything and anyone, who has made living through this recent pandemic somewhat bearable, at times delightful and often wonderful. You’ll notice that our editorial team added a new category to this year’s lineup. Takeout and curbside dining hit an all-time high over the course of past year and into 2021, so we felt Best Takeout / Curbside was a must-have category. Without further ado … the winners are waiting for you on page 32. But wait, don’t forget to visit page 35 for my Editor’s Picks, where you’ll find some of my favorite quotes that appeared in the pages of Lake Minnetonka Magazine throughout 2020. I revisit thoughts on careers, mindfulness, love, parenting, risk-taking and more. In addition, we know how much our readers love books, and every issue features a book recommendation from Raela Schoenherr, an editor at a Minnesota publishing company. For this issue, I decided to find out what locals “recommend” through some of the most popular title purchases from an Excelsior book store. Discover top picks for adults and children of all ages. Did one of your favorites make the list? Until next time,

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NOTEWORTHY Best of Lake Minnetonka FAQ

GET AN INSIDE LOOK AT OUR READERS’ POLL.

CONG R AT U L AT ION S TO A L L OF OU R LOC A L F I N A L ISTS A N D W I N N ER S in this year’s

Best of Lake Minnetonka readers’ poll! Voting was open online during the month of January with three simple rules:

1. One entry allowed per person; each ballot needed to include an email address. 2. Ballots must have been completed by 5 p.m. on January 31, 2021. 3. Voters needed to vote in at least five categories to ensure their ballot was counted. *Any rule not adhered to may have resulted in entire surveys being discarded, and all results were subject to editorial discretion. HERE ARE THE ANSWERS TO SOME FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:

How do you choose the categories? Each year, our editorial and management teams evaluate survey categories to include topics our readers find most relevant. We always take into account feedback from our readers and appreciate hearing about categories you’d like to see added or eliminated. How does voting work? From January 1–31, we invited

readers to go online and vote for their favorite local businesses and service providers in each category. How did businesses get nominated/listed on the ballot? Top vote-getters from the previous year, along with some editor’s picks, were listed on the survey ballot. A write-in option was also provided. My favorite business wasn’t on the ballot. Each category includes a write-in field. If a preferred choice didn’t appear on the ballot, voters could simply write it in. Businesses with a significant number of write-in votes are often added to the following year’s ballot even if there were not enough votes to become a finalist in the current year’s contest. What’s a “finalist” vs. a “winner”? The top three vote-getters in each category become finalists and are announced in the spring, and the top vote-getter is the winner and is announced in the summer. When votes are tabulated, our editorial team fact-checks the address and contact information for each finalist. If a finalist is no longer a valid selection due to a closed business, etc., the next highest vote-getter(s) moves up to become a finalist.

Can a business or organization be a finalist if it’s located outside of the magazine’s coverage area? In order to qualify as a finalist in the survey, each business or organization must be located in the community and/or provide services to local residents. I’m a business owner. How can I get on next year’s ballot? We rely solely on readers to select or write in their pick for each category. If your business wasn’t a top vote-getter in last year’s contest, it may not have been listed on this year’s ballot. But if voters wrote in your business this year and it received a significant number of votes, your business could be listed on next year’s ballot, even if your business wasn’t a finalist in the current year’s contest. I’m a winner! How do I purchase a framed cover? Winners can request a free digital copy of the Best of 2021 magazine cover design, which also indicates your winning category and your business or organization name. Winners can also purchase a printed and framed magazine cover design (size is 14 x 17 inches and features a black wood frame.) The cost is $95 each and includes shipping and handling. A link for ordering will be available online beginning July 1.

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Garden Goodies Get ready to serve the “best” balsamic vinaigrette.

oil and vinegar comprise the bulk of the dressing, each should taste good on its own—straight off the spoon. For me, coldpressed extra-virgin olive oil is the gold standard, and I prefer rich, fruity Greek oil. Kowalski’s extra virgin olive oil checks the boxes. Similarly, I also choose Kowalski’s balsamic vinegar. From the Modena region of Italy (where the best balsamic in the world comes from), its sweet, tart flavor is particularly smooth. With a great base covered, you can riff on this recipe endlessly. Any way you shake it (in a screw top jar—leave the measuring cups and spoons in the cabinet!), vinaigrette is the perfect way to enjoy your garden goodies all summer long.

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»» ½ cup Kowalski’s extra-virgin Greek olive oil »» 3 Tbsp. Kowalski’s Italian balsamic vinegar »» 1 Tbsp. Dijon mustard, if desired »» 1 Tbsp. minced shallots, if desired »» 1-2 Tbsp. freshly chopped herbs (such as parsley, dill and chives), if desired »» ¾ tsp. kosher salt »» ¼ tsp. freshly ground Kowalski’s black peppercorns or more to taste In a screw-top glass jar, combine oil and vinegar; add mustard, shallots and herbs. Season with salt and pepper. Screw on the lid; shake vigorously until well combined. Adjust seasoning to taste.

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With a mere 150 square feet, I only grow what I know I’ll eat and only the easy stuff—tomatoes, peas, zucchini, herbs and lots of lettuces, for the most part. I humbly admit I am a below-average, somewhat lazy gardener. By September, I am truly sick of weeding and harvesting, yet somehow, each April, I’m eager to dig in again. While gardening may not be in my wheelhouse, it does present me with the chance to practice one of my favorite skills—making salad dressing. Creamy dressings are usually my first choice, but garden veggies really shine best with truly great vinaigrette. Vinaigrette is quite simple to make using a standard 3:1 ratio of almost any oil or vinegar. Once seasoned with salt and pepper, it’s customizable with nearly any herb and may be flavored to taste with shallots, garlic, mustard and honey. When it comes to vinaigrette, there’s really just one rule—top-quality ingredients. Since

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Create your own “best of” list. Whether I’m scrolling through social media or picking up a magazine, I am always drawn to the “best of” lists. Having those recommendations can make life a bit easier. Let me share with you my can’t-live-without home organizing products. »» Air-tight canisters for cereal, flour, sugar and rice: This product not only extends the life of food, but can be easily labeled and stacked for effortless arrangement. »» Label makers are essential around the house and at the office. The advantages in identifying the contents of a bin or folder are to simplify, reduce stress and save time. »» Honeycomb drawer organizers can be invaluable for arranging socks and underwear for easy access and selection. »» Consider items that serve a dual purpose, including a storage ottoman, a laundry basket with built-in ironing board or a workbench with a wood top, storage drawers and electrical outlet. Give these items a try, or create a list of your own by identifying your needs or “pain points” (paper piles or disordered closets, etc.), and find products to address those issues. Consulting with an organizing expert is also helpful in finding the best products for you and your family.

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SIPS

Savor rose petal, eucalyptus, herb and tobacco notes.

I’ve chosen a wonderful Barolo for our Best of Sip feature for a couple reasons. This region is just a small portion of greater Piedmont in northwestern Italy, known for a variety of wonderful reds. It is often overlooked as it can be quite expensive. Piedmont makes great wine, no doubt, but Barolo in particular is a very robust, full-bodied red wine, but it is also very delicate, layered and complex. Barolo is incredibly age-worthy, and it can be enjoyed young or aged for decades. Barolo must be made from 100 percent nebbiolo, a very thick skinned and tannic grape that makes for its complexity and a great bouquet. Top descriptors include rose petal, eucalyptus, herb and tobacco notes. (Prunotto Barolo 2012, featured here, is a great example.)

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In honor of this month’s “Best of” theme, this book is one of the best breakout novels of the last decade. Breakout usually refers to a book from an author who’s been publishing for years that finally hits it big. Liane Moriarty had been publishing for nine years when The Husband’s Secret was released in 2013. And, while her next novel, Big Little Lies, was the first to make it onscreen, The Husband’s Secret is the one that put her on the map in a new way. The title follows three women, whose lives are changed by the eponymous secret, and Moriarty’s knack for giving the reader breadcrumbs until a big, final revelation is so effective, it continues to influence contemporary fiction years later. Moriarty writes about serious issues with warmth and a sense of humor that seem at odds with the subject matter but work to great effect. And while The Husband’s Secret is a great read any time of year, its page-turning qualities make it the perfect read to enjoy on a summer day.

Raela Schoenherr is an editor at a Minnesota publishing company. Find her on Twitter at @raelaschoenherr.

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D E PA R T M E N T S » H O M E & G A R D E N

Green Acres Arboretum recommends cabin-friendly plants and shrubs. BY RENÉE STEWART-HESTER

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CABIN OWNERS KNOW THE DRILL. Head up (or over) to the lake in springtime for opening, plant the garden beds and flower boxes, return home and hope for the best. At subsequent visits, arrive to find death-by-thirst plants or a florae crime scene, thanks to the local rabbits and/or deer populations. Alan Branhagen, director of operations for the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum, offers ways to increase the odds of having healthy cabin plants. DEER/RABBIT-FRIENDLY

Annuals: Consider spiny succulents (agave, aloe, crown-of-thorn, echeveria and sedum), herbs (basil, borage, cilantro, dill, lavender, parsley, rosemary and sage) and typical annuals (marigold, petunia, salvia and verbena). Perennials: Think herbs (thyme, hardy oregano, mint in containers and hyssop), wildflowers (anisehyssop, coreopsis, baptisia/wild indigo, aromatic aster and showy goldenrod). How about ferns (maidenhair, Christmas and wood-fern). Traditional perennials (alliums/ornamental onions, bleeding heart, catmint, daffodils, meadow sage, iris and beloved peonies) are options, too.

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Shrubs: Most evergreens are favorite browse in winter. Northern bushhoneysuckle, potentilla, snowberry and coralberry are among the few shrubs deer leave alone. DROUGHT TOLERANT AND NO DEADHEADING

Try succulents and most herbs (listed above). Marigolds seem to re-bloom, regardless of deadheading. Petunias (select Wave series) don’t require deadheading, and geraniums are drought tolerant. Don’t forget colorful foliage plants (coleus, dusty miller, helichrysum and silver falls vine) and Swedish ivy. The pendant blue succulent burro’s tail is making a comeback in popularity, too.

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It is best to plant trees, shrubs and perennials in the fall, so they require less watering, as they are going into dormancy and focusing on root growth. In general, watering protocol for new elements varies based on the plant, soil and weather. The equivalent of an inch of rainfall is what is said for turf, but spring-planted trees and shrubs will need more, especially if they are in sandy soils. Clay soil is better at holding moisture. LAKE-FRIENDLY FERTILIZERS/WEED KILLERS

Follow the directions on the label, and more is NOT better. Lake-friendly fertilizers are those with no or very little phosphorous—the middle number in their NPK. The (nitrogen-phosphorus-potassium) rating should be zero or very low. Most of our natural soils do not require added phosphorous, so it simply runs off and creates algal blooms in waterways. Embrace your inner weeds! Target specific weeds, and don’t blanket spray. Follow directions, and read about the impact to pollinators and aquatic life. PROTECT LANDSCAPING AT CLOSING

Fall-planted evergreens can benefit from burlap protection against the winter sun and wind. Deer and rabbit excluding fencing, even if temporary, can be critical in the winter. Hardware cloth wrapped around the base of fruit and ornamental crabapple trees can protect from winter voles, which may eat the bark from their runs under the snow. —arb.umn.edu

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Good Vibrations Sound therapy is making waves at local SuNu Wellness Center. BY MADELINE KOPIECKI

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SOUND THERAPIST AND MASSAGE PRACTITIONER Jessie Daniels clearly remembers the first time she was introduced to Himalayan singing bowls in the summer of 2018. Sound therapy practitioner Kristin Elam came to Minnetonka-based SuNu Wellness Center wearing a heavylooking canvas backpack. “She carefully unpacked the most beautiful set of 16 metal bowls of various sizes, colors and textures and arranged them on the floor,” says Daniels, clinic coordinator. Elam put on a sound meditation concert for about six members of the SuNu staff, and Daniels says that, during the performance, she felt a profound response to the practice. “The resonance settled around me, and I felt a very different ability to hear myself think, feel and just exist,” Daniels says. “It was a different experience than I have had previously even in yoga, prayer, meditation or other forms of energy work.” Elam joined the practice that fall as an integrative health coach and sound therapy practitioner. As her practice began growing, Daniels found herself studying under Elam and exploring her own burgeoning interest in sound therapy. When Elam moved out of state in 2020, Daniels was the natural successor to her practice. Forms of sound therapy can be found throughout history and often connect to religious and spiritual practices. “Chanting, music, sound—they are all used as a way to connect ..." Daniels says. Historians trace the invention of Himalayan singing bowls to Tibet, quite possibly around the time of the Buddha’s birth. Today, craftsmen in Tibet and Nepal still employ the same ancient methods to create the musical bowls, including the ones Daniels uses in her practice. “Most often people come to Sound Therapy for balance; relaxation; ease with anxiety or depression; to become more grounded and calm; [and] to aid

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“Having the chance to experience Jessie’s abilities with the Tibetan singing bowls was mesmerizing and heart-opening. Setting an intention for the hour and knowing that Jessie was holding that in her heart as she worked on me was a lovely connection. The experience itself was meditative, insightful and moving. Feeling the waves of sound move through me and recognizing the different impact of each bowl’s sound and chakra association was remarkable.” Client Michelle W.

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with meditation and self-awareness,” Daniels says. New clients are often surprised by how deeply their bodies relax over the course of the session, she says. “Sometimes people fall asleep, sometimes tears occur, [and] sometimes the ability for deep breathing returns. If they’ve never experienced it before, having the bowl-on-body portion tends to be the most profound.” A typical first appointment begins with a health history and an overview from Daniels about what to expect during the session. “I utilize a variety of protocols for relaxation, anxiety, energy clearing, focus, etcetera, by playing the bowls in different sequences around the body,” Daniels says. She also places the bowls on different parts of the body, such as the back, stomach and heart, using a mallet to “sing” the bowl. “Ideally, we are creating a safe and calm environment for people to relax and allow their body to awake into deep peace and knowing,” Daniels says. “It really depends on what people [need] for the session [in terms of ] what they receive.” Most clients come in monthly for a 45–60 minute session, but Daniels notes that some may come in more often if they’re undergoing stressful periods of their life.

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Consider switching your closet to a more eco-friendly model. BY CLAIRE SWENSON

“MOST PEOPLE IN THE UNITED STATES only wear about 20 percent of their wardrobes. That means that 80 percent of the clothes are languishing in their closet being unworn,” says Nancy Dilts, a personal wardrobe stylist, who specializes in sustainable shopping. “That’s an enormous amount of waste.” Consumers and companies are beginning to learn how to develop more eco-friendly practices.

Start with what you have. Dilts suggests creating a wardrobe foundation from currently-owned quality pieces. She suggests giving a second life to outdated or ill-fitting clothing by collaborating with consignment stores, selling online or donating to thrift shops. Shop at second-hand stores. Thrift and consignment stores can extend the life of clothing and, as Dilts notes,

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be more cost effective. “Consignment is a closed loop,” Dilts says. “The consignor is a local person, the shop owner is a local retailer, the person buying it is local and [clothing is] being reused.” While thrift stores often see mass donations and end up sending textiles to landfills, consignment shops “extend the life of a garment in a more reliable way.” Shopping at thrift or consignment stores can uncover some hidden treasures, and there is a strategy to follow. Dilts says be patient, be persistent and know your style. Shop ethically for new items. This often means understanding where garments come from, how they are made and how long they will last. Look for companies that utilize recycled materials, focus on timeless styles or are dedicated to responsible factory and employment practices. Opt out of fast fashion. Though it can be tempting to grab the newest trends, there are other ways to show personal style. “Invest in high-quality, enduring, classic pieces,” Dilts says, adding to save trend purchases for accessories and wardrobe elements that are interchangeable. If a trend proves too tempting, she recommends looking at one that will stay relevant longer. “If you’re not going to wear it 30 times, don’t buy it,” Dilts says.

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D E PA R T M E N T S » S C E N E

Out with the Old … Commons' Master Plan kicks off with a new pavilion. BY MADELINE KOPIECKI

EXCELSIOR COMMONS HAS LONG BEEN the epicenter of lakeside events, including community festivals, more concerts than one can count and other special celebrations. If you’ve been to the area lately, you’ve undoubtedly noticed something new. The concrete bandshell, which was formally opened to the public in 1976, has been replaced with a new open-air pavilion. The pavilion features a curved roof, held up by steel poles, which still allow for scenic views of Lake Minnetonka, the park and the lakeside edge of Excelsior. This design also supports a wider range of activities, such as detachable screens for movie nights at the park. City Council member Jennifer Caron says one of the main goals in updating to a

new open-air structure was to introduce a more versatile space and community uses. “The old bandshell was rather limited in use,” Caron says. “It was enclosed in the back, and we wanted something that could be functional on a day-to-day basis.” The new pavilion is just the first step in the city’s Commons Master Plan, a detailed outline that was developed in conjunction with Community for the Commons, a nonprofit park conservancy founded and led by Lake Minnetonka residents. “We developed that master plan with a lot of community input,” Caron says. Planning took a couple of years, and, as a focal point of the Commons, the former bandshell was a natural candidate for the first round of improvements. After the new design was approved in

December 2020, the $1.2 million project broke ground in February 2021. “Part of that million is a significant upgrade to electrical [elements],” Caron says. “The infrastructure we have in the Commons across the board is pretty outdated, so each of these projects has rather significant infrastructure costs.” The project is being funded by donations made to Community for the Commons, as well as Excelsior’s 0.5 percent sales tax—which is dedicated to supporting the Commons Master Plan—and the city’s park improvement fund, which is mainly comprised of collected park dedication fees. Caron says that she believes Excelsior’s City Council and Park Conservancy worked to create a structure that will become just as iconic as the

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A ribbon cutting ceremony for the pavilion and a free concert are set for 5:30 p.m. July 8 in Excelsior Commons Park. Entertainment includes The Uptown Brass, The Megan Tam String Quartet and The Charles Lazarus Band. “The [event] will be a recognition of Excelsior’s 168-year history and a celebration of the renewed commitment to the conservation, preservation and restoration of our Excelsior Commons,” says Jennifer Caron, co-chairman of the Fanfare for the Commons Committee and Excelsior City Council member. For detailed information, visit fanfareforthecommons.org.

previous bandshell. “I think we accomplished that with the design,” she says. So, what’s next for a Commons Master Plan makeover? “The next project we’re looking at is the concession building,” Caron says. This plan will follow a similar timeline as the pavilion, with design approval by the end of the year, followed by the bid process in early 2022. If all goes as planned, construction should commence in the spring 2022.

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YOUR C O M M U N I T Y, YOUR VOTE Readers give their nods to hometown favorites. B Y R E N É E S T E W A R T- H E S T E R

Instagram hashtags have been around for a bit—#eatlocal, #playlocal, #shoplocal and on they go, but 2020 and into this year, the need to support local businesses and service providers was undeniably underscored in an urgent way. If participation in our annual Best of Lake Minnetonka Readers’ Poll is any indication, residents did their best to stand behind local businesses and service providers, who, in case after case, pivoted to adhere to new requirements and adapted to meet the needs of their customers and clients. This issue is devoted to those efforts. Climb aboard; let’s lift the sail and take a journey around the Best of Lake Minnetonka. Voting went live in January on our website, where readers set the course by voting for their favorites. The top three finalists in all categories were announced this spring, and now it’s time to present your winners and runners-up in a host of categories that help support and celebrate this community.

Best Takeout / Curbside

Best Builder

1. Lago Tacos 2. CōV Wayzata 3. BLVD Kitchen & Bar

1. John Kraemer & Sons 2. Stonewood, LLC 3. Boyer Building Corporation

Best Outdoor Dining

Best Remodeler

1. Maynards 2. CōV Wayzata 3. 6Smith

Best Restaurant

1. Birch’s on the Lake 2. CōV Wayzata 3. Gianni’s Steakhouse & Seafood

Best Tavern / Bar / Brewery

1. Lord Fletcher’s Old Lake Lodge 2. Excelsior Brewing Company 3. Maynards

Best Breakfast

1. Revision Renovation, LLC (Part of the Stonewood, LLC family) 2. Lecy Bros. Homes & Remodeling 3. Boyer Building Corporation

Best Interior Designer 1. Studio M Interiors 2. The Sitting Room 3. Martha O’Hara (Martha O’Hara Interiors)

Best Senior Living Residence

1. Lake Minnetonka Shores 2. Folkestone 3. Deephaven Woods Senior Living

1. Original Pancake House, Minnetonka 2. Hazelwood Food + Drink, Tonka Bay 3. Maggie’s Family Restaurant, Wayzata

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Best Eye Practice

1. Tonkadale Greenhouse 2. Otten Bros. Garden Center & Landscaping 3. Twin Orchards Nursery

1. Five Swans 2. The Sitting Room 3. The Vintage Loft

Best Fitness Studio / Yoga Studio / Gym 1. Life Time 2. The Marsh 3. The Barre

Best Dental Practice

1. Wayzata Family Dentistry 2. Lake Minnetonka Dental 3. Orono Dental Care

Best Orthodontic Practice

1. Lake Minnetonka Orthodontics, Minnetonka 2. Kottemann Orthodontics, Orono 3. Ovation! Orthodontics, Minnetonka

Best Chiropractic Practice

1. The Brost Clinic 2. Align Health & Wellness 3. Excelsior Chiropractic

Best Dermatology Practice

1. Zel Skin & Laser Specialists, Plymouth 2. Skin Care Doctors, Orono 3. Park Nicollet Clinic, Carlson Parkway

Best Medspa

1. LivSkin MedSpa 2. Skingevity Med Spa 3. Wayzata Medical Spa

Best Salon / Spa

1. Juut Salonspa, Wayzata 2. Lavish Salon, Wayzata 3. Sanctuary Salonspa, Excelsior

Best Apparel Boutique 1. General Store of Minnetonka 2. Evereve, Wayzata 3. Ooh La La Boutique, Excelsior

Best Gift Shop

1. General Store of Minnetonka 2. Five Swans, Wayzata 3. Ooh La La Boutique, Excelsior

Best Florist

1. Tonkadale Greenhouse 2. Candlelight Floral & Gifts 3. Bayside Just Because...

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1. Kowalski’s Market, Excelsior 2. Lunds & Byerlys, Wayzata 3. Lakewinds Food Co-op, Minnetonka

Best Law Firm

1. Wayzata Law Group 2. Excelsior Law Firm 3. Sanford, Pierson, Thone & Strean, PLC

Best Doggy Daycare / Kennel

1. Top Dog Country Club 2. ADOGO Pet Hotel, Minnetonka 3. Woofington Luxury Petite Dog Resort & Spa

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Best Home Furnishings / Décor Store

1. Northwest Eye, Minnetonka 2. Excelsior Eye Care 3. Minnesota Eye Consultants, Minnetonka

Best Specialty Foods / Kitchen Store

M I N N E T O N K A

Best Nursery / Garden Center

1. Otten Bros. Garden Center & Landscaping 2. Heidi’s GrowHaus & Lifestyle Gardens 3. Yardscapes

1. Wayzata Children’s Clinic, Minnetonka 2. South Lake Pediatrics, Minnetonka 3. Park Nicollet Clinic, Carlson Parkway

L A K E

Best Pediatric Practice

O F

Best Landscape Designer

Best Veterinary Practice

1. Westonka Animal Hospital 2. Excelsior Animal Hospital 3. Long Lake Veterinary Clinic

Best Learning / Tutoring Center

1. Sylvan Learning of Minnetonka 2. Mathnasium of Minnetonka 3. College Nannies + Sitters + Tutors, Wayzata

Best Private Preschool / Childcare 1. Our Lady of the Lake Catholic School Pre-K 2. St. David’s Center 3. Wayzata Community Church Nursery School

Best Place for Kids’ Activities

1. Minnetonka Community Education 2. Mini Hops Gymnastics 3. North Shore Gymnastics Association

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EDITOR’S PICKS

The beauty of Lake Minnetonka Magazine, in my estimation, is partly due to the monthly marriage of words and images, wonderfully brought together thanks to our writing team, contributors, photographers and art department. But the cornerstone of this relationship is the people, programs and businesses that are profiled in our pages. The words of the people interviewed for the articles

Can we have a word? provide insight, inspiration and even a bit of humor. As we highlight the best in this community, I offer some of my favorite quotes from 2020 articles. I particularly find it interesting that these words, when separated from the rest of the articles, find another level of strength and impact as they stand alone—creating powerful narratives in a matter of one or a few sentences.

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“Living your best life doesn’t mean having a bunch of things, a big house or a cool boat. The example we set in defining success impacts how those following in our footsteps see success. At times, living my best life means exercising patience during difficult situations, sharing the best version of myself during difficult times. It has zero to do with what I own.” NATALIE WEBSTER What Does Living Your Best Life Really Mean? JANUARY 2020

“I’ve told you so little why I love you so deeply, serenely, and with so much respect. You’re a gentlewoman, my dear, and you’ve an intelligence and a character that is your own; I respect that. And the quality of your personality and the beauty of your body fills me with gentleness and tenderness.” JOHN LESLIE, 1927 Wayzata Woman Finds Grandparents’ 90-Year-Old Love Letters FEBRUARY 2020

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STEVE KUHL How Local Businessman Steve Kuhl Built His Dream APRIL 2020

“I will not sacrifice my time with my children. Ever. And I don’t work at home. I was a guy who spent his 20s and 30s developing business. Those years are gone. I have different priorities. Because at the end of the day, that all doesn’t matter. What matters are these little humans with hearts that are going to develop into something that makes the world better. It’s my most important job. Everything else is secondary.” 38

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“Mindfulness is a practice that helps you to see things from a fresh or new perspective. We can witness the concept of ‘beginner’s mind’ in kids. Watch a small child the first time they dip their toes into a lake or ocean or the first time they have a lick of ice cream. The wonder on their faces as they experience something they have never done or tasted before is priceless.”

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“At this point in my life, I still have my voice, and there’s a part of me that’s saying, ‘If I don’t try now, I’ll never know.’ So, I’m taking that risk and saying, ‘Let me find out what’s possible ... have a lot of fun along the way, meet a ton of cool people and have experiences I wouldn’t have otherwise.’”

COURTNEY BURTON At 62, This Local Singer Ditched Her Corporate Career to Pursue Music Full-Time SEPTEMBER 2020

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“Content? Never. That’s not in my DNA. I’m always looking. I think that’s why I love what I do. Every day is different and a challenge. Every time I get a script, it’s a new challenge.” – “There’s something about growing up [in Minnesota] and having this good work ethic, and good follow-through. I think that came from that Midwestern culture.”

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CHRISTINE LEONARD Local Dairy Farmer Starts Side Business Crafting Cheese Boards

“There’s something magical about taking care of something that’s taken care of the generations before me. But even more than that, it’s the cows. I don’t know if you’ve ever gotten to spend much time with them, but their spots aren’t the only thing that makes them different. They have personalities, they do goofy things, and they produce a miracle food. I’m lucky to get to spend my time taking care of them because they take care of me.” 42

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Speaking of words …

Do you have a favorite quote from a book? Are there words that you can read over and over and still find fresh layers of meaning? Recently, I found myself drawn back to words written by E. B. White (Charlotte’s Web and Stuart Little). Don’t discount children’s literature! There is a lot of wisdom in White’s books. My favorite authors tend to change with whatever season of life I am experiencing. Over the course of the previous year and spilling into 2021, the way in which many of us spent our time was drastically altered, and

we found ourselves with open spaces in our schedules. Time on our hands affords the perfect opportunity to fill them with a good book. Whether recent local and world events led you toward entertainment, escapism or introspection, the worlds of fiction and nonfiction books can quench just about any literary thirst. Ann Woodbeck, owner of Excelsior Bay Books, lists some of the local store’s biggest sellers in the last year. Is one of your favorites on the list? What title did you consume this year that qualifies as a must-read?

NONFICTION »» A Promised Land, Barack Obama »» Between the World and Me, Ta-Nehisi Coates »» Caste, Isabel Wilkerson »» Stamped, Ibram X. Kendi and Jason Reynolds »» Stamped from the Beginning, Ibram X. Kendi »» The Splendid and the Vile, Erik Larson FICTION »» A Boy and His Dog at the End of the World, C. A. Fletcher »» All the Devils are Here, Louise Penny

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»» Anxious People, Fredrik Backman »» News of the World, Paulette Jiles »» Ready Player Two, Ernest Cline »» The Evening and The Morning, Ken Follet »» The Night Watchman, Louise Erdrich »» The Vanishing Half, Brit Bennett »» Where the Crawdads Sing, Delia Owens CHILDREN’S »» In a Jar, Deborah Marcero »» One Summer Up North, John Owens

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SHRED FOR A CAUSE Veterans, youth and community members make waves. BY LAUREN FOLEY

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returns this month after being held virtually last year, and it’s more than just a competition. “People show up to wakesurf but not to wakesurf all day,” says Andy Weigman, MNWSC organizer. Partnered with the Spirit of the Lakes festival, the MNWSC will be held July 16–17 at Surfside Park in Mound. Alongside the main competition on July 17, which boasts around 60 participants yearly, the two-day event will feature many other boating and water sports activities, like the Boated Movie. There will be space for shoreside spectators during the competition, though ticketing may be implemented for events to ensure compliance with COVID guidelines. In addition to the community activities, the MNWSC also partners with Wake for Warriors. Through this partnership, MNWSC raises money for veterans via chartered boat rides while also giving the veterans opportunities to spend time on the lake. MNWSC will also partner with Inner City Surf for the first time this year, giving Twin Cities youth the chance to get out on the lake, too.

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Farmers Market

Minnetonka’s annual farmers market brings fresh, local produce and goods to your summer dining table. Stop by on Tuesdays to pick up fruits, veggies, local honey and more. All ages. Free entry. 3–7 p.m. Minnetonka Community Center, 14600 Minnetonka Blvd.; 952.939.8200; minnetonkamn.gov

Music by the Lake Series

Wayzata’s Music by the Lake series is held Wednesdays in July, bringing a fun, relaxing atmosphere and good music to your summer evenings. Concerts include Starlett’s Web, The High 48s, Elvis covers by Anthony Shore and more. All ages. Free. 7–8:30 p.m. Wayzata Depot, 402 E. Lake St., Wayzata; portal.clubrunner.ca/3873

This virtual culinary course offers up easy, delicious summer recipes that are perfect for nibbling on at barbecues or get-togethers. Recipes include marinated meat and veggie skewers, grilled fruit skewers for dessert and a variety of dips, featuring homemade hummus and a sweet, yogurt dipping sauce. Register online. Ages 18 and up. $30. 952.401.6800; minnetonkacommunityed.org

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The Music Man

Celebrate Chanhassen Dinner Theatre’s reopening of the The Music Man. This classic musical makes for a fun date night or girls’ night out. All Ages. Tickets prices vary. See website for dates and times. Chanhassen Dinner

Sustainable Webinar

This monthly series brings together community members for a onehour seminar on how to be more sustainable at home and while out and about. The conversation is led by sustainability experts.

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Foodtruck Fair

Food trucks from around the Twin Cities are ready to bring authentic and diverse foods to you at the Taste of MN Fair. Bring your appetite, and join the festivities. All ages. Prices vary per vendor. 11 a.m.– 7 p.m. Gustavus Adolphus Lutheran Church, 1669 Arcade St., St. Paul; 612.861.9700; richfieldmn.gov

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Antiquarian Book Fair

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Minnetonka’s annual mud run offers fun, safe obstacles and activities, like the limbo and face painting, throughout the whole race and after. All ages. Ticket prices vary. Starts 8:30 a.m. Minnewashta Regional Park, 6900 Hazeltine Blvd., Excelsior; 952.401.6800; minnetonkacommunityed.org

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Fine Spirits Classic JULY 15 5:30–9PM Featuring the Twin Cities’ top mixologists and local and national distilleries, the ninth annual Fine Spirits Classic is an interactive, exciting taste of the Cities’ best sips. Ages 21 and up. Minneapolis Grain Exchange, 400 S. Fourth St. Suite 401, Mpls.; finespiritsclassic.com

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Though the raspberry fields are gone, the city of Hopkins still celebrates! With fireworks, live music, kids’ activities and a Grande Day Parade, this festival has a bit of everything. All Ages. Free. Downtown Hopkins, 1609 Mainstreet, Hopkins; 952.931.0878; raspberrycapital.com

Beer Run – Alloy Brewing

Enjoy running? Love beer? Then this event is for you. Starting and ending at Alloy Brewing, runners weave through the surrounding area and wait for a beer at the end. Runners also receive swag items.

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Minnesota Horse Expo

Horses of multiple different breeds will gather at the MN State Fairgrounds for contests and horse showcases. Hear from local equitation experts, trainers and clinicians about horse training, care and maintenance. Best of all, enjoy free pony and wagon rides. All Ages. $11 for ages 13 plus, $7 for ages 6–12 and free for ages 5 and under. July 24 8:30 a.m.–7 p.m. and July 25 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m. Minnesota State Fairgrounds, 1265 Snelling Ave. N., St. Paul; 612.860.4645; mnhorseexpo.org

Railroad Museum Hobby Show

Got a frenzy for trains? Stop by the Twin Cities Railroad Museum exhibit at this year’s MN State Fair. Railroad replicas of all sizes will be featured, and find collectables from toy trains to Minnesota railroad memorabilia. All ages. $6 for ages 8 and up, free for ages 7 and under. 9 a.m.–4 p.m. Minnesota State Fairgrounds, 1265 Snelling Ave. N., St. Paul; 651.647.9628; tcmrm.org

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Area vendors will offer homemade products and homegrown produce. The flea market will be held once a month until September. All ages. Free. 9 a.m.–3 p.m. Washington County Fairgrounds; 12300 40th St. N., Stillwater; discoverstillwater.com

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year in review Our covers convey just the beginning of so many wonderful articles about lives lived and shared around Lake Minnetonka.

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Minnetonka native is Emmy-nominated for her work on Netflix’s hit sitcom

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A TALE OF TWO STAYS

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Minnesota Menu SERVE UP SOME NORTH STAR STATE FAVORITES.

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BY HAILEY ALMSTED

The North Star State, the Land of 10,000 Lakes, the Gopher State, the Breadand-Butter State—though Minnesota has numerous trademarks, its culinary scene is also unlike any other. We’re no strangers to comfort foods (I’m talking about you, tater tot hotdish!) and easy-to-make meals, but Minnesota also offers unexpected discoveries, such as Indigenous and Asian foods and crave-worthy dishes. Though our favorite foods may be off the beaten path, these tried-andtrue favorites are tasty, home cooked and quintessentially Minnesotan.

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Dessert bars: Cut like a brownie with ingredients like a cookie, dessert bars are something special to Minnesota. They can be fruity (lemon and cherry pie bars) or salty (salted caramel or Nut Goodie bars). How about cereal- or peanut butter- based (Scotcheroos or Special K bars)? Find them at school cafeterias, kaffeeklatsches or around dinner tables. The options are truly endless. Hamm’s beer: Hamm’s—a household name in the 1950s through the 1980s—has been the choice of Minnesotans since after Theodore Hamm first arrived in St. Paul from Germany and had a goal to create a high-quality American brew. Beginning in 1865, Hamm’s has been a staple for Minnesotans —and its resurgence is just beginning. The popular beer is still brewed in its traditional way, according to the Hamm’s Beer website, from the “purest water and the choicest barley malt, grain and hops.” Hotdish: This traditional dish has a hundred different names, but true Minnesotans only call it by one—hotdish. From church gatherings to family reunions, you betcha—you will see this starch meets

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Juicy Lucy: First place for the most controversial Minnesota staple goes to the Juicy Lucy with ongoing debates about who first invented the delicious cheesestuffed burger. Was it Matt’s Bar or the 5-8 Club, each located on Cedar Avenue in Minneapolis? Though we won’t choose a side, Juicy Lucys are a must-try for any visitor or local. Pro tip: Try not to scorch your mouth on the first bite! Lefse: Potatoes, flour, cream and butter—the simple ingredients make up this traditional Norwegian flatbread, often served with butter, sugar (white or brown—the latter is traditional) and cinnamon. Try it with lingonberry sauce—another Norwegian favorite—or topped with salty foods, including smoked salmon, spiced meat and cheese or onions and mustard. Sweet or savory, the choice is yours.

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Pho: Minnesota is home to a large Hmong and Vietnamese community, which has made our great state a hot spot for pho (pronounced “fuh”), a Vietnamese noodle soup with rice noodles, vegetables, spices and meats, similar to the popular Japanese ramen dish. It is a national obsession, and Minnesota is lucky to have several delicious pho spots and varieties. Whether you are craving traditional pho or a modern variation, there’s a bowl for it all. Polish sausage: Eastern Europeans have been settling in Minnesota since the 1800s, and immigrants brought over an abundance of delicious food and recipes—including polish sausage. You have probably dug into a Kramarczuk polish sausage at a Twins game, but its Minneapolis establishment has been serving polish sausage for over 60 years. Porketta: Made popular in the Iron Range from Italian immigrant miners, porketta (also known as

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porchetta) is typically pork roast seasoned with fennel, garlic and other herbs and cooked, mostly slowly, to perfection. Though you’ll find Minnesota’s favorite porketta at the 108-year-old Sunrise Bakery in the Iron Range, there are plenty of delicious options closer to the Metro or in your own kitchen.

GET COOKING If you’re inspired by our list of state favorites, add these recipes to your menu mainstays. Michele Phillips, an Advisory Board member of Lake Minnetonka Magazine, offers a recipe featuring some Minnesota kitchen staples (condensed soup, egg noodles and sauerkraut), which come together in the almighty hotdish! And, remember, beer isn’t just for drinking or adding into batter for fish fries. How about beer bread?

Walleye: We are the Land of 10,000 Lakes, and we have the dish to prove it. Walleye is the official state fish, and the most popular fish entrée. It is also the perfect complement to many traditional dishes, including wild rice (see below) or served between two artisan buns as a sandwich. Wild rice soup: Wild rice has been a staple in Minnesota for hundreds of years, dating back to the traditions of the Anishinaabe (Indigenous tribes including the Odawa, Saulteaux, Ojibwe, Potawatomi, Oji-Cree and Algonquin peoples). Though wild rice, “good berry,” is a nutritious grain, it was originally gathered during the wild rice moon and has since been a crucial ingredient in Indigenous and Minnesotan foods. From wild rice soup to wild rice pilaf, there are endless ways to use this wholesome grain.

Swiss Sauerkraut Noodle Casserole with Herbs

Pre-heat the oven to 350°F. Cook the noodles per package directions. When cooked, drain the noodles. Heat a large

The tangy kraut flavor in this hotdish is

skillet over medium heat. Add ground

distinctive but not too tart. The flavor

beef and chopped onion, and cook 8

combines deliciously with noodles and

to 10 minutes until the beef is brown.

ground beef, and it brightens all the ingre-

Stir often. Season with salt and pepper

dients in a way that makes this a wonder-

to taste. (NOTE: For the best flavor, it’s

fully warm, delicious comfort food dish.

important to season the beef at this

—Michele Phillips, blogger

stage.) Drain any excess fat from the

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pan. In a large mixing bowl, add cream of chicken soup, half of the shredded

»» 12 oz. wide egg noodles, uncooked

Swiss cheese, half of the dried thyme

»» 1½ lbs. lean ground beef

and the undrained sauerkraut, and stir to

»» 1 large yellow onion, chopped

combine. Add the noodles and ground beef, and stir again to combine. Taste,

»» 2, 10¾ oz. cans cream of chicken soup

and season mixture if needed. Spoon

»» 2-3 cups Swiss cheese,

the mixture into an ungreased 3-quart

freshly shredded (8–12 oz.)

casserole dish, and bake (uncovered)

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for 30-40 minutes. Carefully, remove the

»» 1 medium shallot, halved

hotdish from the oven, and add remain-

and thinly sliced (about ¼ cup)

ing Swiss cheese, sliced shallots and

»» 1 tsp. dried thyme, divided

remaining dried thyme over the top.

»» ¼ cup fresh parsley (curly or flat leaf),

Bake (uncovered) for an additional 10

roughly chopped for garish »» salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

minutes until the cheese topping is completely melted. Garnish with roughlychopped fresh parsley, and serve warm.

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salad or entrées. It also makes a great slice of toast—with a generous swipe of soft butter!

Preheat the oven to 375 F. Grease a 9x5-inch

—Renée Stewart-Hester, editor

loaf pan with butter. Add flour, baking powder and a pinch of salt to a mixing bowl. Pour in

»» 3 cups all-purpose flour (I use King Arthur.)

the beer, and add the honey. Mix until combined. Spoon the batter into the prepared

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Readers’ Choice award: Feeder Maneuvers by Terri Zuehlke.

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