The only thing better than a warm cup of chili on a cold winters day is several cups of chili varieties along with your favorite refreshment. The Preston Area Chamber of Commerce will be hosting the Bowls and Brews Chili Cook-Off on January 20, 2018, from 2-4 p.m. at the Preston Servicemen’s Club. Formerly known as the Chili Cook-Off and Candlelight Ski, the event has … [Read more...]
Norwegian family arrives for lutefisk dinner in Preston
Each year, Christ Lutheran Church hosts a Norwegian lutefisk and meatball dinner that draws out hundreds of people. This year, over 900 people bought tickets for the dinner. They come from all over, some traveling from as far as Iowa or the Twin Cities area to eat the gelatinous white fish. But the diners who come the farthest are husband and wife Annalisa Staupe Gaard and … [Read more...]
Sue’s Muse
Gilbert antics Autumn has been glorious for many reasons. Unseasonably warm days have made bike riding a pleasure, though the wind has been a challenge. Lately, the evening sunsets have lightly brushed the clouds a delicate shade of red, before lighting up the skies with glorious color. It is also that time of year for seasonal doctor visits. Gilbert is often a conversation … [Read more...]
Cookbook corrections
In the 2017 Tasty Tempations cookbook that accompanied the November 13, 2017, Fillmore County Journal, please note the following corrections: • On page 11, the second ingredient in the recipe “Three-cheese Tater Hot Dish” should read “1/2 green pepper, chopped.” • On page 33, the first ingredient in the recipe “Cranberry Bread” should read “1 c. fresh cranberries, chopped … [Read more...]
Balancing act
When it comes to working women juggling their careers and family, Judy Christian, owner of Stumpy’s Restaurant and Bar of Rushford, Minn., has a few words of advice. “You gotta make time for both,” states Christian, and showing her children what hard work is has also given them a chance to spend time together as a family. Christian purchased Stumpy’s Restaurant and Bar from … [Read more...]
Julie Kulsrud runs authentic Mexican restaurant in Fountain
When Julie Kuslrud opened Los Gables in 2006, she had plenty of experience as a waitress, having worked as one at various restaurants for most of her adult life. However, running her own restaurant was a whole new ball game. On top of that learning curve, she also knew nothing about Mexican food. “I didn’t know an enchilada from a burrito,” she said, laughing. So why did … [Read more...]
Burdey’s Cafe owner passionate about building customer relationships
Rushford native Kristin Burdey always had a soft spot for the idea of owning a little eatery, but never really gave the concept any detailed planning. Instead she dove into work for a franchise restaurant and excelled in her position. Throughout her time there, she saw little things she would do differently if she ever owned her own place. “I met my husband in the restaurant … [Read more...]
Semcac Senior Dining in Lanesboro has a new home
Semcac Senior dining has moved. Meals for seniors will now be available at Kenilworth Apartments, 607 Kenilworth Ave South in Lanesboro. Beginning Monday, October 2, meals will be served to senior citizens Monday through Friday each week. Serving time will be at 11:30 a.m. Meal reservations can be made by signing up at the Kenilworth Apartments or by calling the Rushford … [Read more...]
Minnesota Super Bowl host committee encourages kids from across the state to enter the Super Snack Challenge
MINNEAPOLIS – The Minnesota Super Bowl Host Committee (MNSBHC) Legacy Fund, in partnership with Newman’s Own Foundation, is encouraging kids across the state to enter the Super Snack Challenge. Super Snack Challenge invites Minnesota children ages 8-14 to share their favorite healthy game day recipe. Fifty-two winners will be invited to attend the Super Kids Tailgate Party to … [Read more...]
Kedron Valley Farm
Have you heard that Kedron Valley Farm is raising shrimp in Southern Minnesota? This should come as no surprise to area residents hearing that Aaron Terbeest, graduate of Kingsland High School in 2004 and Winona State University in 2009 with a degree in psychology, has ventured into a new kind of farming involving the hatching and growing aquatic animals. Fillmore County … [Read more...]