February 2021

“History has shown us that courage can be contagious and hope can take on a life of its own.” —Michelle Obama

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We’re hanging out at home a lot more these days, so why not put that extra time to good use! There are likely lots of projects you’ve been wanting to do, lots of Pinterest board ideas and Instagram posts you’ve been meaning to try but have always just been too darn busy.

 
Smoky Fish Chowder

By now, even the most fervent cooks have grown a bit weary as the holidays and high entertaining season begin to fade into the distance.

 

This February marks the 51st celebration of Black History Month—a celebration that first began at Kent State University in Kent, Ohio. This month, we look back at Woodbury’s student-led Black Lives Matter Protest.

 
Man reading book at home in living room

With so many aspects of life on hold right now, those of us who love to travel must find another way to scratch that itch. I have found that one of the best ways to do this is through a book.

 
Woodbury Magazine February 2021 cover

Chef and champion of American cuisine James Beard said it best, “Food is our common ground, a universal experience.” In my experience, food and dining has been the center of everything; from home-cooked family meals to celebrating countless birt

 
Fading Day at Miller Barn

“I enjoy history and with Woodbury being a relatively new community, I found the Miller barn interesting as one of its oldest remaining buildings,” says Brian Myer, who won first place for his submission titled Fading Day at Mi

 
Andiamo Italian Eatery pasta dishes

Although Ramon Ruiz emigrated from the warmth of Mexico to San Francisco, Calif., he’s planted his roots in the Minnesota cold; and after years of dreaming about owning an Italian eatery, those dreams are coming to life in our local suburbs.

 
Using a microphone

Inspired by the 1990s sitcom Friends, the relaxed and intimate coffeehouse setting became a favorite activity among high school students, according to the Coffeehouse program.

 
Winners of the National American Miss Minnesota holding their crowns

After watching their former Woodbury Dance Center teacher and Nora's current pageant coach Mary Swenson win the Miss Minnesota International title in 2011, Woodbury residents Lauren Disher and Nora Zimmerman were inspired t

 
Illustration of ox for Chinese New Year

Commemorating the Lunar Eclipse, the Chinese New Year is a two-week long celebration that begins with the new moon and lasts until the full moon arrives for the festival of lanterns.

 
Woodbury native Allan Evans

As an advertising copywriter by day, Woodbury native, thrill seeker  and debut author Allan Evans always had a desire to write something f

 
Risotto plated and garnished

Warm, creamy, endlessly versatile and impressive enough for guests—it’s a comfort dish that ticks all the boxes.

 
Illustration of exercising brain

“I can do it,” I always say. But getting the motivation to exercise every day can be challenging. Luckily, it gets easier over time and is directly linked to significant neurological payoffs that last for decades.

 
Eating strawberries in the car

With spring break around the corner, it’s important to practice all COVID-19 protocols and safety practices before traveling.