Lake Minnetonka Magazine

12/29/2025

From cashmere and velvet to sequins and sparkles, Jessica Hilde shares her seasonal fashion picks that are perfect for New Year's Eve. Find it all here: https://lakeminnetonkamag.com/jessica-hilde-discusses-the-art-of-dress/

12/26/2025

Although the colder temps might make many Minnesotans want to stay inside, the members of Emperors of Excelsior see that as a perfect reason to take a cold plunge.

Paul Frantzich wasn’t a fan of the cold. But taking an icy plunge for the first time four years ago during a frozen Minnesota February, he

12/22/2025

Consider trying a different type of table décor—candy! From bright colors and textures to delicious tastes, Donamae's Sweet Studio serves an array of delicious bites that make a perfect centerpiece. Find inspiration and learn more about the business here: https://lakeminnetonkamag.com/donamaes-sweet-studio-pulls-double-duty/

12/19/2025

Alex Peterson has made a career out of his passion for extreme sports. He's the co-founder of SkyBrothers Paragliding, which introduced ice sailing last winter. Discover more about ice sailing here.

Frozen Lake Minnetonka serves a wintry mix of outdoor activities. When Lake Minnetonka—in all its dynamic beauty—sits right in your community backyard, it warrants attention—all year-round. We’re well versed by […]

12/18/2025

So much time is spent ensuring everything is in order during the holiday season—but what about making sure our furry friends are looking their best? That's where Wagmore Co., a mobile dog groomer that serves the Lake Minnetonka area, comes in. Learn more here.

Getting members of your household ready for holiday photos can be a logistical challenge—from photo-ready outfits to fresh haircuts. You, spouse and kids: check, check and check. But did you […]

12/17/2025

Whether you're shopping for a beginner reader, a bookworm or someone in between, we've compiled a list that covers it all, from children's to fiction and nonfiction. Find the full recommendation list here.

Make gift giving easier this season by leaning into a specialty theme or carefully curated focus. With experiential gifting maintaining its

12/15/2025

Whether you're hosting out-of-town guests or looking for a new breakfast recipe, Katie Tomsche of Lunds & Byerlys has a recipe for Maple Pound Cake that fits the bill.

This recipe is light and fluffy, filling the kitchen with the dreamy scent of maple syrup. And that buttery maple-rum glaze? It forms a golden, almost butterscotch-like crust, taking this […]

12/12/2025

Jessica Hilde of Jessica Hilde Style shares fashion recommendations for the season—including fur and patent leather pants, as seen here. Discover more here.

Stylist offers wardrobe recommendations to exquisitely match the season. You’re not alone if the holiday season ranks up there as a favorite

12/11/2025

If you're looking to give back this holiday season, look no further than PennyWise Thrift Store, where proceeds are poured back into the community.

If a penny saved is a penny earned, then there are plenty of pennies to go around by shopping at PennyWise Thrift Store. Treasures abound at the nonprofit in the […]