Where to Eat for Easter – Twin Cities, MN

Where to Eat for Easter – Twin Cities, MN

by | Apr 19, 2025 | eat/drink

Courtesy of Mara

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Spring for a festive Easter meal at one of these local restaurants!

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Breva Bar & Grill

Breva’s a la carte Easter brunch menu, served from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., includes lobster and Florentine Benedicts, brunch classics like omelets and pancakes, and lunchier items like burgers and shrimp linguine. 1115 2nd Ave. S., Minneapolis, 612-353-6207, brevabarandgrill.com

Butcher & the Boar

Hop over to the Butcher & the Boar for a meat-filled Easter brunch buffet: Think handmade sausages, fried chicken and biscuits, and a smoked prime rib carving station. Make your reservations ahead of time; $55 per person and $20 per kid. 901 3rd St. Suite 195, Mpls., 612-886-1769, butcherandtheboarmpls.com

Capital Grille

Enjoy a two-course prix fixe meal for Easter brunch at Capital Grille: Options include cold-smoked salmon and avocado toast, lobster frittata, pan-seared salmon, and more. Be sure to reserve a table in advance; $60 for adults and $17 for children. 801 Hennepin Ave., Mpls., 612-692-9000, thecapitalgrille.com

The Drake

At the Saint Paul Hotel, The Drake is celebrating Easter with a holiday menu of piperade with eggs, white anchovy Niçoise salad, sweet pea and prosciutto arancini, and a candied raspberry tart. Reservations are recommended. 350 Market St., St. Paul, 651-292-9292, saintpaulhotel.com

Earl Giles Distillery

Earl Giles is keeping it simple by adding an Easter special to its regular Sunday brunch menu: roasted carrot gnocchi with braised rabbit and pea tendrils ($24). 1325 Quincy St. NE Suite 100, Minneapolis, 612-345-5305, earlgiles.com

FireLake Grill House & Cocktail Bar

FireLake’s Easter brunch buffet has a Minnesota theme—think smoked walleye, venison charcuterie, omelets, lingonberry cheesecake, and chocolate moose track éclairs. It’ll be served from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Easter day. Reservations are recommended. $60 per person, $55 for anyone over 65; and $20 for kids 10 and under. 2100 Killebrew Dr., Bloomington, 952-852-4040, firelakerestaurant.com

Kendall’s Tavern & Chophouse

Kendall’s is making Easter egg-stra special this year with a brunch buffet and limited menu of omelets, French toast, egg strata, and more—plus, there’s a carving station. $39.95 for adults; $19.95 for kids; kids under three are free. 12800 Bunker Prairie Rd., Coon Rapids, 763-951-7225, kendallstc.com

The Lexington

This Easter, the Lexington brings an a la carte menu of brunch favorites to the table, featuring eggs Benedict, three-egg omelets, ricotta berry French toast, waffles, and more. Don’t be surprised if you see the Easter bunny hopping around. The restaurant is open from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Easter Sunday; the last seating for the brunch menu is at 1:30 p.m. 1096 Grand Ave., St. Paul, 651-289-4990, thelexmn.com

Mara

At the Four Seasons Hotel, Mara’s Easter brunch buffet promises a “selection of sweet and savory favorites” plus eggs made your way. The real stunner, though, is the spread of pastries and desserts from executive pastry chef Eddy Dhenin. $95 for adults; $45 for kids. 245 Hennepin Ave., Mpls., 612-895-5709, mararestaurantandbar.com

Mason Jar Kitchen & Bar

Mason Jar has you covered for at-home Easter feasts, with both heat-and-serve and hot-to-go takeout options. The main menu includes a duo of herb-roasted beef strip loin and honey glazed ham, cheesy au gratin potatoes, buttered green beans, Caesar or garden salad, and dinner rolls. A la carte add-ons like bison Swedish meatballs and garlic mashed potatoes are also available. Order by April 18 at 3 p.m.; at $185 the meals serve six people generously. 1565 Cliff Rd., Eagan, 651-340-7809, masonjar.kitchen

Meritage

It doesn’t get classier—or Frenchier—than brunch at Meritage. Take a gander at this year’s Easter spread, available from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Easter Sunday. Grab a regular brunch reservation via Resy to enjoy the special menu. 401 Saint Peter St., St. Paul, 651-222-5670, meritage-stpaul.com

Red Cow and Red Rabbit

Head to Red Cow or Red Rabbit for an overflowing Easter brunch buffet: think Florentine eggs benedict, mushroom frittata, eggs Benedict, quiche Lorraine, crispy potatoes, pastries, toasts, an acai bar, and more. Plus, there’s an assortment of pizzas available at Red Rabbit. Bloody Marys and mimosas are also on offer. $65 for adults, $25 for kids; kids under four are free. Available at Red Cow Uptown, Red Cow North Loop, and Red Rabbit Saint Paul from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Easter Sunday (other locations will have their typical brunch menus, plus a few Easter specials. Multiple locations, redrabbitmn.com, redcowmn.com

Rustica Bakery

Rustica is offering Easter specials throughout the week that precedes Easter: shorties from Tuesday through Saturday, Easter nests on Friday and Saturday, and lemon berry roulade cake and hot cross buns on Saturday. Or place a pre-order to supplement your at-home Easter feast. Multiple locations, rusticabakery.com

The St. Paul Grill

The Saint Paul Hotel’s iconic restaurant, The St. Paul Grill, is hosting a classy Easter Sunday supper from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. The holiday menu includes seafood cioppino, ahi tuna, lamb shank, lemon curd tart, and more, all priced a la carte. Be sure to make reservations ahead of time. 350 Maker St., St. Paul, 651-224-7455, stpaulgrill.com

Stockyards Tavern & Chophouse

Stockyards Tavern & Chophouse is hosting an Easter brunch from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., dishing up everything from egg strata and creamy hash browns to honey-glazed salmon. In true Easter fashion, there’ll also be a carving station for prime rib and glazed ham. Make your reservation today before tables fill up. $34.95 for adults; $17.95 for kids; kids under three are free. 456 Concord Exchange S., St. Paul, 651-350-7743, stockyardstc.com

Surly Brewing

Surly’s Easter brunch returns this year with a full buffet, family activities, beer, seltzer cocktails, and as Surly puts it “a grown man in a bunny costume.” Plus, shrimp luges! This buffet has everything from deviled eggs and pickle rolls to pierogies and walleye cakes. A true feast.  Grab a reservation for you and your crew early and don’t miss out; $58 for adults and $18 for kids; 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Easter Sunday. 520 Malcolm Ave. SE, Mpls., 763-999-4040, surlybrewing.com

Tria Restaurant

This “French Americana” restaurant out in North Oaks is celebrating Easter with an elegant feast served in the restaurant’s private dining room. Choose between a brunch buffet ($55 for adults; $20 for kids; kids under three are free), a brunch prix fixe menu (prices vary), and an Easter dinner prix fixe (prices vary). 5959 Centerville Rd., North Oaks, 651-426-9222, triarestaurant.com

Tullibee

Celebrate Easter with a multi-course brunch at Tullibee. The menu starts at $65 per person ($20 for kids)—dish details haven’t been released yet for 2025, but based on previous years, expect options like quiche royale with caramelized kale and onions; or bison bacon burgers with maple jam and a fried egg. 300 Washington Ave. N., Mpls., 651-468-0400, hewinghotel.com

Guthrie Theater’s upcoming season to include ‘Little Women’, other classics too! – Minneapolis, MN

Guthrie Theater’s upcoming season to include ‘Little Women’, other classics too! – Minneapolis, MN

by | Apr 13, 2025 | art/design

A view of the Guthrie from Gold Medal Park. Photo by Mark Vancleave.

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The Guthrie Theater has unveiled its 2025-2026 season.

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The beloved coming-of-age drama “Little Women”, a Shakespeare tragedy and an acclaimed musical based on true events are among the shows that will take the stage at the Guthrie Theater in the upcoming 2025-2026 season.

The upcoming season will begin in September with a re-imagined take on the Henrik Ibsen classic, “A Doll’s House.”

The Pulitzer Prize-winning new play “Primary Trust” will begin performances in October, sharing with audiences a “hopeful story of courage” set in small town New York.

“A Christmas Carol”, the Guthrie’s longstanding holiday tradition, will begin performances November 8th.

“The Guthrie was founded on the belief that theater is essential to building connections with one another and the world, and our 2025–2026 Season of enduring classics and electrifying new work is a beautiful reflection of that mission,” Artistic Director Joseph Haj said in a statement.

Haj will direct the family drama “Somewhere”, which will begin performances in mid-December on the McGuire Proscenium Stage.

The dance-filled show examines the pursuit of dreams as it follows a Puerto Rican family in Manhattan in 1959, the year “West Side Story” toured the U.S. as the musical captured America.

Shakespeare’s haunting “Macbeth”, a thriller set in the English countryside, “Sleuth”, and Louisa May Alcott’s enduring “Little Women” are also planned.

The musical “Come From Away” will begin performances in June, telling the true story of 7,000 plane passengers diverted to small town Canada amid the September 11th terrorist attacks.

The season is set to conclude with the Noël Coward comedy “Private Lives.”

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Lights, Camera, Savings! AFIE Early Bird, IFF tickets & more! – Minneapolis, MN

Lights, Camera, Savings! AFIE Early Bird, IFF tickets & more! – Minneapolis, MN

by | Apr 13, 2025 | shop/share

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AFIE EARLY BIRD SPECIAL
TICKETS ON SALE NOW!
🎟️ Early Bird Pricing Ends April 10th! 🎟️Join us for an unforgettable industry experience! Take advantage of exclusive early bird savings and be part of a dynamic lineup of:✅Educational Panels
✅Interactive Workshop
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✅Industry ExhibitorsSee AFIE schedule and learn more here.
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INTERCOLLEGIATE FILM FESTIVAL

Celebrate the Future of Film at IFF!

The Intercollegiate Film Festival (IFF) celebrates the creativity and talent of Minnesota’s emerging filmmakers, bringing their stories to the big screen as part of our vibrant statewide film community.

Highlights Include:
✨ Red Carpet Interviews & Photos
🎥 Film Screenings
🎤 Filmmaker Q&A Sessions
🏆 Award Ceremony

Don’t miss this incredible showcase of the next generation of storytellers!

Selected Films:
Acres by Ella Thomsen, Alike by Vianna Kovaciny, Back to Tempo by DJ Scheele, Be by Andy Sirianni, and Can’t Live Without by Micah Clark. Also featured are Capsule by Xiaoying Qu, Don’t Slip Up by Mackenzie Diggins, La Frontera by Paola Guerrero Abrego, Predictable by Aubrey Connett, Resonance by Caleb Welsch, Say Rape by Ashley Dahl, Threshold by Matthew Sherrard, and Thick Skin by Danielle Russell.
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MNMICRO FILM FESTIVAL: AAPI

SAVE THE DATE – 05/14/25

The final installment of the MNmicro Film Festival is happening on May 14, 2025, celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month with five inspiring films!

Join us for:
✨ Red Carpet Interviews
🎥 Film Screenings
🎤 Post-Film Q&As
🎉 Celebration Mixer

Mark your calendars and stay tuned for more details!
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AFIE EXHIBITOR SIGN-UP

Showcase Your Business at AFIE 2025! 

Become an industry exhibitor at the 2025 Actor & Film Industry Expo (AFIE) on May 3rd! We’re looking for photographers, acting coaches, voiceover professionals, hair & makeup artists, videographers, writer workshops, and local businesses connected to the film industry.

AFIE is dedicated to elevating and uniting Minnesota’s film community—don’t miss this opportunity to connect with industry professionals and showcase your services!

Check out last year’s recap video and learn more here.
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ICYMI: One-Of-A-Kind Orange Snowy Owl Leaves Scientists Scratching Their Heads

ICYMI: One-Of-A-Kind Orange Snowy Owl Leaves Scientists Scratching Their Heads

by | Apr 13, 2025 | people/passions

Exposing Nature Through My Lens
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Why do you think she’s orange?

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If snowy owls are known for one thing, it’s their white plumage. Their coloring helps them blend in with the frost-covered environments they call home.

Wildlife photographer Julie Maggert has been taking pictures of snowy owls for years. So when she heard that a strange, orange-colored snowy owl had been spotted flying around Michigan’s Thumb area, she knew she had to see the bird for herself.

Maggert drove two hours out to where the owl had been observed. Before long, she spotted her in the middle of a field. She couldn’t believe her eyes — she really was orange.

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orange owl flying above brown dirt

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Maggert stayed in one spot all day, waiting for the owl to fly onto a pole so she could get a clear photo. But when it was almost dusk, the owl flew away into a tree, out of Maggert’s sight, and stayed there until it was totally dark.

All of Maggert’s photos from that day ended up being unusable. But she didn’t let that stop her; she returned shortly after, determined to photograph the elusive, mysterious animal.

The second time she returned to the owl’s home turf, the same thing happened: Maggert arrived at first light, only for the owl to fly out of view when it started getting dark. The third time Maggert visited the owl, she managed to capture some photos of the owl in flight.

Some people would have given up at that point. But not Maggert. She really wanted some photos of the owl sitting still that clearly showed off her distinctive orange feathers.

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On the fourth day, as Maggert was driving around, following the owl, the bird finally perched on top of a utility pole, and the photographer was able to capture the pictures she’d been dreaming of.

“I went home feeling on cloud nine because I worked so hard and put so many hours into this owl,” Maggert told The Dodo.

In her quest to photograph the orange owl, whom she nicknamed Creamsicle, Maggert ended up logging 900 miles of driving and nearly 30 hours of sitting in her car. It was all worth it, though, because no one has ever seen an owl like Creamsicle before.

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Orange owl sitting on utility pole

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Many animal species have rare but documented genetic color variants, like blue lobsters and white orcas. But for the orange owl, not only is it the first time one has been photographed, but no one knows exactly why she’s orange. Kevin McGraw, biology professor at Michigan State University, suspects the owl or her mother got exposed to something in the environment that disrupted her genetic code.

As for Maggert, she’s not sure which theory she believes: “I just really don’t know if anybody’s ever going to find out,” Maggert said.

Since Creamsicle may very well be the only owl of her kind, Maggert is honored to not only have gotten to observe her firsthand, but also to have shared her with the world.

“It may be a once in a lifetime opportunity,” Maggert said.

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If you’re interested in seeing more of Maggert’s work, you can check out her photography pages on Instagram and Facebook.

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Millions of Monarch Butterflies Are Headed Straight for Minnesota This Spring

Millions of Monarch Butterflies Are Headed Straight for Minnesota This Spring

by | Apr 13, 2025 | events/locations, evergreen

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Millions of monarch butterflies migrate to Minnesota every spring, making it a beautiful and unique natural event.

Most of us know the Land of 10,000 Lakes is an important migratory flyway for many species of birds. But there’s another famous migration that takes place in Minnesota every year. It’s much quieter, but just as beautiful. Millions of monarch butterflies migrate to the North Star State every spring. So, when do monarch butterflies migrate through Minnesota? Read on to find out!

Are there monarch butterflies in Minnesota? Yes! Did you know the monarch butterfly is even the state butterfly of Minnesota? These beautiful insects are famous for their cross-country migration each spring and fall.

So, you’re probably wondering, “When is the best time to see monarch butterflies in Minnesota?” Every spring, millions of monarch butterflies begin migrating from their wintering site in Mexico. They fly north into the United States and parts of Canada.

Along the way, butterflies lay their tiny eggs on milkweed plants.

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Close-up of a tiny, oval-shaped insect egg on a green leaf, showcasing fine ridges and a textured surface.

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The eggs hatch and monarch caterpillars begin to grow. In just a few weeks, the caterpillar becomes a butterfly. These newborn butterflies continue the migration north. Several generations of monarchs are born and die during the migration. Monarch butterflies have a short lifespan of just two to six weeks. However, the last generation of the year generally lives between eight and nine months.

A striped caterpillar resting on a large green leaf, with a clear blue sky in the background.
Photo by Trent Jonas for Only In Your State
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Monarch butterflies typically return to Minnesota in mid-May. However, September is one of the best times to see monarch butterflies in Minnesota. Large groups of butterflies gather on trees and bushes to prepare for the up to 3,000-mile journey south. The tiny insects, weighing in at only an ounce, can fly as many as 100 miles each day.

Those butterflies that make the journey will spend the winter in warm weather before continuing the cycle again next spring. The monarch butterfly migration brings beautiful insects to Minnesota every year.

Monarch butterflies thrive in southwestern Minnesota’s prairies, where milkweed and other prairie flowers grow naturally, but you don’t have to travel to see these natural beauties. You can also draw them to your backyard by planting milkweed. Look in your favorite gardening store or online for seeds.

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Plant common milkweed, which is native to Minnesota, in your yard, ideally in September or October before the first frost of the season. Fall planting helps strengthen the germination of seeds in the spring. Don’t worry, though, if you’ve missed the fall planting (I have). You can also plant milkweed in the spring, preferably after the final frost.

Where you plant the milkweed is also important. Full sun is ideal, although partial shade tends to work, too. Most of my yard is open space, so I’ve chosen a spot that’s in the full sun and near a window so I can watch the monarch butterflies feed from indoors.

If you’ve ever wondered, “Are there monarch butterflies in Minnesota,” now you know. Where is your favorite place – maybe a local park or a hiking trail – to spot the monarch butterflies in Minnesota? Let us know by nominating it.

While these butterflies still arrive by the millions, their numbers are dwindling. For more information about the insects, check out the DNR monarch butterfly page. For information about attracting the butterflies to your yard, check out the DNR’s butterfly garden page. You can also find monarch butterfly garden kits on platforms like Etsy.

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Written by Betsy Rathburn

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