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An ongoing review of new Minnesota State Fair foods for 2018

By Give Me The Mike on June 19, 2018June 19, 2018

Get ready for deep-fried cauliflower and deep-fried pepperoni chips.

Twin Cities events: January 11 – 14

By Give Me The Mike on January 11, 2018

From a Boat Show to a Bridal Show, I shared the best events happening around the Twin Cities on KSTP-TV. “Paw Patrol LIVE!”: Friday, January 12 – Sunday, January 14 in Minneapolis Minneapolis Boat Show: Thursday, January 11 – Sunday, January 14 in Minneapolis Twin Cities Bridal Show: Sunday, January 14 in Saint Paul TeamNorthxTarget

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Guide: Twin Cities events leading up to the big game

By Give Me The Mike on January 11, 2018January 30, 2018

I had to make a spreadsheet to keep track of everything happening in the Twin Cities leading up to the big game at U.S. Bank Stadium on February 4. I’m ready to help you find the best activities. Embrace the chaos — we won’t see anything this big come through Minnesota for decades! Am I

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13 events happening December 2

By Give Me The Mike on November 26, 2017December 3, 2017

Tis the season for events! My 40 Ways to Holiday guide features at least one seasonal event you can do every day from Thanksgiving Day through New Years Day. Check it out here. Saturday, December 2 has more than one thing to check out. Here are 13 events happening! More festivities are being added, too

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40 Ways to Holiday, Day 10: December 2

By Give Me The Mike on November 18, 2017November 28, 2017

In 2017, there are exactly 40 days from Thanksgiving Day to New Years Day. And with the elimination of the eighth floor display at Macy’s in downtown Minneapolis and Holiday Lights in the Park in Saint Paul, along with the disappointing change from tradition at Holidazzle, more people than ever are looking for new holiday

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The top 10 Minnesota State Fair foods going into 2018

By Give Me The Mike on September 3, 2017June 19, 2018

Read my review of foods making their debut at the 2018 Minnesota State Fair by clicking here. A full guide to exploring the Great Minnesota Get Together is also on my website. So the 2017 Minnesota State Fair is one for the record books. Literally. Two daily attendance records were broken. As for me, I

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5 foods and drinks to keep you cool at the Minnesota State Fair

By Give Me The Mike on September 3, 2017September 3, 2017

If you’re looking to cool down on a hot day at the Minnesota State Fair, check out my top five foods and drinks to get! Mint milkshake What: a refreshing change to fried food Where: Gopher Dairy Bar (attached to the Cattle Barn) on Judson 2017 cost: $6 2. Apple cider popsicles What: a cheap

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The most shareable food at the Minnesota State Fair

By Give Me The Mike on September 1, 2017

Get my picks for one of my ultimate favorite Minnesota State Fair foods, what is easily shareable with friends, and a spot serving food that’ll get you the best bang for your buck. Check out my segment on KSTP!

Posted in: Great Minnesota Get Together, KSTP, Minneapolis, Minnesota, Minnesota State Fair, Saint Paul, Twin Cities, Twin Cities Live

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Best spots to take a photo at the Minnesota State Fair

By Give Me The Mike on August 31, 2017

When you’re at the State Fair, don’t forget to take a moment to snap a great photo to remember your time there. I was on KSTP-TV with the best free spots to snap a pic once you’re in the gates.

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Cheapest beer at the Minnesota State Fair

By Give Me The Mike on August 29, 2017

There’s a vendor at the Minnesota State Fair serving 12 ounces of beer for $3.50! I was on KSTP-TV to unveil where.

Posted in: beer, Grain Belt, Great Minnesota Get Together, Minneapolis, Minnesota, Minnesota State Fair, Saint Paul, Twin Cities