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The must try Turkey Brine recipe

Posted on November 26, 2013 by thiestalle in apartment living | Leave a comment

In the few hundred years that we have had Thanksgiving there has been an never ending quest to figure out how to cook the perfect turkey.  Do you cook it upside down, what temperture is it really done at and of course do you cook it stuffed or not?  Well this year all the rage is to “brine” your turkey.  What does that mean?  First off it means if you are going to do one for Thursday you need to … →

How to be a better neighbor/apartment living

Posted on November 19, 2013 by thiestalle in apartment living | Leave a comment

    instant cash loans australia Whether your building has an association or not…odds are you don’t exactly know your new neighbors yet, am I right? Here are some suggestions on how to build your own little community in no time at all. Back in the day they used to have an actual welcome wagon….and certainly if you’re crafty and enterprising enough you can go around to local businesses and get them to donate coupons or small gifts to the … →

Creative and easy ways to get more space in your bathroom

Posted on August 30, 2013 by thiestalle in apartment living | Leave a comment

Need to spiff up your bathroom? or maybe you think you just don’t have enough space to do anything different? Trust us, you DO!!!!        Inspiration is everywhere!    Look for tips from the world around you….where to store your hair dryer/curling iron/straighteners? Why not do what your hairstylist does? install holsters on the side of your vanity!     You can certainly go to the fancy schmancy container stores but make sure you google and pinterest before … →

The Rules of the Playground

Posted on August 23, 2013 by thiestalle in apartment living | Leave a comment

  You are the proud parents of a toddler! congratulations. You’ve survived the first year and now your kidlet is mobile!!!  You now get to do things like keeping them occupied in grocery stores! Guard against them putting everything that isn’t nailed down in to their mouths!!! And the biggest bad….THE PLAYGROUND. It doesn’t matter where you live…the rules of the playground are the same. and you best get schooled, because as a parent of a small whippersnapper…you’re going to … →

Looking for some great tips for gardening at your apartment?

Posted on July 8, 2013 by thiestalle in apartment living | Leave a comment

  So you’re in an apartment..and you love it..but you get frustrated watching Ina Garten go snip fresh herbs for her salads on Barefoot Contessa in her sprawling hamptons estate garden. well, we’ve got some ideas for you. Apartment gardening! There are plenty of things you can grow yourself inside and outside your lovely apartment home. If you’ve got a balcony, patio, deck, or fire escape..you’re already half way there. What about a window box? or an outside wall you … →

Best Bike Shop in MN: The Alternative Bike & Board Shop

Posted on May 23, 2013 by thiestalle in things to do | Leave a comment

  The Alt, a fixture of the Uptown area for nearly 40 years, is almost as hip as all those newcomer bike shops around town. See The Alt’s deep selection of gorgeous Electra and Breezer cruisers. And the employees might look like your typical twenty-something bike punks, with their tattoos and their hipster sneakers. Except they’re super friendly, even when an aging know-nothing enters the store. Longing for a commuter bike with a custom paint job and vintage styling? No … →

Best of Minnesota is out. Today’s entry: BEST BRUNCH

Posted on May 21, 2013 by thiestalle in things to do | Leave a comment

We are going to spotlight some of the finer posts from this years “Best of Minnesota” in the Star/Tribune this week.  Get out and try some of these gems that are right here in your backyard. The Bachelor Farmer was made for lazy Sunday mornings (and early Sunday afternoons). This is no eggs-any-style setup. For starters, chef Paul Berglund puts a morning spin on his signature smørrebrød — artfully created toasts — before moving on to such swoon-worthy dishes as … →

Summer Movies are here! Which ones are you going to see

Posted on May 14, 2013 by thiestalle in things to do | Leave a comment

Once you get into May you start to see a summer blockbuster movie coming out every week.  We’ve put together the schedule of when you favorite movies will be coming out.       May 15 Star Trek Into Darkness, Becoming Traviata May 17 Star Trek Into Darkness, Erased, The English Teacher,Black Rock, State 194, An Oversimplification of Her Beauty,Augustine, 33 Postcards, Stories We Tell, Pieta, Frances Ha May 22 3 Geezers!, Plimpton! May 23 The Hangover: Part III May 24 Fast & Furious 6, EPIC, Only God Forgives, Before Midnight,Penguins 3D, We Steal Secrets: The Story of Wikileaks,A … →

Special Presale opportunity for Michael Buble at the Xcel Energy Center

Posted on May 14, 2013 by thiestalle in things to do | Leave a comment

  Grammy Award-winner Michael Bublé is coming to Xcel Energy Center for one night only on September 11. Touring in support of his new No. 1 selling release, “To Be Loved,” Michael Bublé has been called “one of the most likeable performers on Earth.” His previous Crazy Love Tour sold out in 80 US cities and was seen by over two million fans worldwide. His stage show is propelled by a string of smash hits including his current single “It’s … →

Mother’s Day brunch ideas part 5: It’s not a quiche it’s a breakfast tart!

Posted on May 11, 2013 by thiestalle in apartment living | Leave a comment

One of the best ideas for a big family get together is a breakfast tart or what you might assume is a quiche.  The difference here is the use of a crust underneath but the overall idea and ingredients are the same.  This is much easier to make than you may think.  Also, if you can’t find pancetta or do not want to use it you can try regular bacon or ham. Ingredients Butter, for the pan Flour, for the … →