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Make it a date: Ice Cream

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Crema Cafe
3403 Lyndale Ave. S., Minneapolis, 612-824-3868

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Before you go to Crema, head up to Lake Street to see the rock musical Hedwig and the Angry Itch at the Jungle Theater or catch a Fringe show at the Bryant-Lake Bowl's theater. For a daytime date, drop in at Castle Accordion (the only accordion store in Minneapolis, and likely the only accordion store in a former White Castle in the world) if you've ever longed to wheeze the theme from Amelie. If you spill ice cream on yourself, make a quick wardrobe change at our favorite irreverent t-shirt shop, Stroker Ace Screenprinting.

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Posted by Rachel Hutton at August 5, 2008 4:00 PM | Comments (0)

 

Make it a date: Smalley's Caribbean BBQ

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The historic river town hosts its annual Lumberjack Days events this weekend...

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Posted by Rachel Hutton at July 22, 2008 5:00 PM | Comments (2)

 

Make it a date: Grand Cafe

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At Grand Cafe in Kingfield, you're within a scone's throw of Lakewood Cemetery, the Lyndale Rose Garden, and the Uptown VFW.

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Posted by Rachel Hutton at July 15, 2008 4:55 PM | Comments (2)

 

Make it a date: 3 Squares, Laredo's, and Lola's Lakehouse

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With gas prices this high, it seems extravagant to drive to the western suburbs just dine. But adding a second stop can help justify the trip.

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Posted by Rachel Hutton at June 25, 2008 12:07 AM | Comments (2)

 

Make it a date: Chef Shack

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A few things to do near the Mississippi riverfront when you visit Chef Shack at the Mill City Farmers Market...

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Posted by Rachel Hutton at June 17, 2008 5:00 PM | Comments (2)

 

Make it a Date: Obento-Ya

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If you're not familiar with the University neighborhood, here are a few things to do near Obento-Ya, besides toss a Frisbee at Van Cleve Park:

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Posted by Rachel Hutton at June 10, 2008 5:20 PM | Comments (3)

 

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