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The owner of PinKU Japanese Street Food is cooking up something good in Northeast Minneapolis
The crispy shrimp, served on seasoned rice with a spicy mayonnaise, is incredible.
Minnesota camp serving youth living with or affected by HIV/AIDS forced to cancel in 2020
It’s one week where kids can truly be themselves, and hundreds of campers look forward to it all year. Unfortunately, due to COVID-19, the camps for youth living with or affected by HIV/AIDS, operated by One Heartland, are canceled, leaving the nonprofit facing an uncertain future.
Holiday Gift Guide: Stellar Stocking Stuffers
Originally published in Lavender Magazine, November 2019 Quality doesn’t have to cost hundreds of dollars. Here is a roundup of companies, including three based in Minnesota, who are making products anyone would love to receive this holiday season. And keep reading for some exclusive…
Gift Guide: Lookin’ and Feelin’ Good
Gift that special someone in your life with hair and skin care products from Minnesota companies. Article originally published in Lavender Magazine, November 2018 Life changes for the better when you take pride in your appearance. Confidence skyrockets and you end up with more…
‘Wood’ you look at that: unique gift ideas made of wood
First published in Lavender Magazine, November 22, 2017 Instead of giving an “okay” gift this holiday season, give them something “oak-y.” Alright, the puns are done. These Minnesota- and Wisconsin-based businesses are creating or sourcing special gifts that’ll last longer than the popsocket or fidget…
Wisconsin, Unplugged: “Water Meets the Soul” in Bayfield and on Madeline Island
First featured in Lavender Magazine September 14, 2017 A summer’s weekend at your college friend’s parents’ cabin can be a blast. For starters, there’s sleeping six to a room, cooking your own meals, washing all those dishes…oh, and there’s no air conditioning. Folks, it’s…
New article in Lavender Magazine!
It was a humbling and amazing day. I am thrilled to have a piece in Lavender Magazine’s Pride issue. Read my 10 tips on planning an incredible trip to Provincetown, Massachusetts, located on the tip of Cape Cod. Lavender’s 200 page, all-color issue celebrates…
A Change Will Do You Good – The Evolving Charm of Palm Springs
A LGBT-friendly visitor’s guide to Palm Springs, CA
Provincetown, MA travel guide coming June 8th!
Coming soon: 10 tips for planning the perfect trip to Provincetown, MA