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  Gourmet to casual, down-home favorites to international fare, Minneapolis continues carving out a niche for itself in the culinary world. If you are planning a visit to Minneapolis in late February or early March drop in at the cities hottest spots during the Best of the Best Restaurant Week. Participating restaurants serve up their sizzling best, offering a selection showcasing their style at unbeatable prices. Dine with top chefs without breaking the bank. Among the favorite's for culinary delights is the Chambers Kitchen, a new restaurant by international star chef Jean-Georges, or try the Five Restaurant & Street Lounge, home to Stewart Woodman, one of Food & Wine’s top 2006 chefs; Spoonriver, Café Brenda’s sister location in the booming Riverfront District; Wolfgang Puck’s Asian-influenced Walker Art Center restaurant 20.21, home to the signature Spoon, Cherry and Cube dessert. Whether you’re in the mood for high-style dining or a more casual affair, Minneapolis...

  Traveling to Minnesota we found the Mall of America, which opened in August of 1992 and is located in Bloomington, Minn., just minutes from downtown Minneapolis and St. Paul. It is HUGE! Yes, we did venture in to see what it was all about. Inside there is a 3 story, 7 acre theme park with over 30 rides. All day tickets are available. It was so exciting we almost forgot about the shopping area that surrounds the park. But of course being true shoppers, we did explore the wonderful shops . . . so many shops. Who thought going to the mall could be educational? Mall of America has been described as a city within a city. Along with an extensive range of retail, restaurants and entertainment, there are many unique features to Mall of America likely to be found in any community. Not only is the Mall of America an amazing place to shop, dine, and explore attractions, it also offers several educational benefits to the community. The National American University offers students c...

  "We hope the U.S. Pond Hockey Championships will provide the community with a weekend to pay tribute to a true Minnesota tradition, while bringing nationwide attention to the purity that still exists in sport." Winter is a great time for exciting outdoor sports. For 128 teams of everyday hockey lovers it was a exciting chance to gather and play hockey the way nature intended: outside and in the elements. The U.S. Pond Hockey Championships takes place in mid- January in Minneapolis on the Twin Cities' Lake Calhoun, a beautiful urban lake in the shadows of the Minneapolis skyline. The thrilling 3 day competition for men and women in 128-team, four-on-four challenge is unlike any other competition and is certain to be a highlight of winter for years to come in the Twin Cities. Winter Fun Supports The Community "The Pond is where we grew up, learned to play and made friends. The U.S. Pond Hockey Championships is an inspirational tribute to this legacy and the authentic...