Mini Gastronomes United

Last night's Jr Gourmet Club was a-buzz! Amongst the two, three and four foot connoisseurs were moms, dads, aunts, friends and oh, the Star Tribune.My little gal pal, Kate, had her adventure on. She went after the walleye corndogs and inhaled the french fries with bernaise sauce, but was slightly stumped by the feta on her watermelon. By then what she chose to gobble up was, Claire, who became her fast food friend.By...

Calling all Photogs!

And that means YOU. We all seem to have the access to point and shoot, whenever and wherever we are. So here's a chance for you to submit your own snapshot for a chance to win a surprise prize.Geri Wolf of Style Laboratory, the event planner of all event planners (and the hardest working Minneapolitan I know) thought of yet another creative idea to put on her plate - "Shooting Showdown". It works like this - there...

Kombucha, no not Sambuca, Kombucha

My friend, Nicole, who is my go-to gal for all things organic and alternative when it comes to what I put on and in my body, recently told me about Kombucha, which is, "a fermented drink made from sweet tea & Kombucha mushrooms. It claims to have many health benefits. During the 30 day process of fermenting the drink forms active enzymes, probiotics, amino acids, antioxidants and polyphenols."If I haven't scared...

Jr Gourmet Club + Music!

The next Jr Gourmet Club comes with a bonus, MUSIC! This Thurs, May 28th, grab your wee ones and head to the Dakota Jazz Club & Restaurant. Your family will be guided through a food and music tour to promote and engage food and family. Bill Summerville slid me a copy of the menu, here's a sneak peak:Call The Dakota now 612- 332-1010, to book your spot for a night of food, family and fine tun...

Memorial Day Weekend, aka Summer is Here!

Noooooooow, it feels like we've arrived. Summer, the season we all deserve, after that, that winter...Here's Radar's kick-off of suggestions on seeing, doing and making this summer in the cities memorable.Starting with this weekend:It's Memorial Day, we know what that means. Take time to do just that. If you've have never been through Lakewood Cemetery, it is stunning, peaceful and filled with Twin Cities history....

Bring Your Lunch to Work in Eco Smart Style!

Radar E-Tail Finds: The Unexpected for Less Than You Expected! Re-usable Lunch Packs:Snack size is 6" X 4" closed, Radar price $6.00 eaSandwich size is 8" x 6" closed, Radar price $7.00 eaEmail Jen with your order, jen@radar-msp....

Guys, want the softest shirt ever?

The Platinum Hamilton Shirts have arrived in Mpls! "Platinum, a bold, new collection of highly covetable shirts from 126-year-old Texas-based shirtmakers Hamilton. The family-owned business has already survived one Depression and Thomas Mason, the British mill that has been making the world's best fabrics since 1796. Since fit, as ever, is king, you'll have to submit to being measured before making some potentially...

This Weekend - Art, Beer, Fashion, Pony Rides, Theater, Architecture, oh and more Art!

ART:Art-A-Whirl - Northeast's gallery and studio tours of more than 600 artists. May 15 - 17thFox Tax Studio is hosting More Is a Four Letter Word, Opening Reception: May 15, 6-11 pmOn View: May 15th – June 12th, 503 1st Ave NE, MplsMinneapolis College of Art and Design MFA THESIS Exhibition 2009 , Reception at Soo Visual Arts, May 15, 6-9 pm, 2640 Lyndale Ave S, ride the reception shuttle: MCAD > Soap Factory >...

Hey Mom's- Radar E-Tail Find, Dinosoles, $20

Radar E-Tail Finds: The Unexpected for Less Than You Expected! Dinosoles, $20, regularly $35Fun details like dinosaur-tread soles make these kicks one of a kind. Seen on the likes of Maddox Jolie-Pitt and other celeb kids, Dinosoles are already taking off in Hollywood. And don’t worry parents: these shoes are fun and comfortable, making them perfect for your little paleontologist-in-training.Toddler sizes from 4-8....

Radar E-Tail Find, Umbrellas!

Today it's raining, are you prepared Twin Cities? Umbrellas don't have to be a boring, shoved under the car seat or the "where is it" accessory. No! Umbrellas can make a rainy day feel swell.So here's some Radar E-Tail Finds: The Unexpected for Less Than You Expected! If interested in ordering, please email Jen@radar-msp.comMight as well have a friend to hold hands with, $40:Star Wars Fan? Your very own...