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April 22, 2015 2:35 PM

Appetites: Ramps, watercress, sorrel and nettles usher in the taste of spring

As spring takes hold across Minnesota, a plethora of early vegetables are beginning to appear on farmers markets' tables. Nettles, sorrel, watercress, ramps, fiddleheads -- and how to use them.

by Tom Crann

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April 22, 2015 11:14 AM

Pedal Hub: Nice Ride MN is goin' places

It's been nearly five years since the first fleet of bright green bikes hit the streets of Minneapolis.

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April 20, 2015 9:00 AM

So long 'Cinderella': Website helps Chinese find better English names

Billboard. Mo Money. Cinderella. Those are just a few of the unusual English names young Chinese have adopted over the years. An American entrepreneur hopes to help change that.

by Frank Langfitt

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April 17, 2015 3:00 PM

Get in gear: How to get your bike road-ready this season

As we head into the height of biking season in the Twin Cites, two cycling experts discussed maintenance, tips for new riders and help planning spring trips.

by Emily Kaiser

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April 16, 2015 12:57 PM

Pedal Hub: Party on two wheels

Group rides are extremely fun, but they also can be a little unwieldy.

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April 15, 2015 2:30 PM

Appetites: Best foodie neighborhoods in the Twin Cities

Several Twin Cities neighborhoods are undergoing a renaissance of sorts, with the addition of new shops and cutting edge restaurants.

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April 13, 2015 6:56 AM

Eating to break 100: Longevity diet tips from the Blue Zones

One of the key takeaways from a new book is that longevity is not just about food. But what centenarians put in their mouths, how much and when is worth a close look, too.

by Eliza Barclay

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April 9, 2015 12:00 AM

Spring is here -- and so is your home, lawn and car care to-do list

After a long, chilly winter, it's time to give your home, car and lawn a checkup to make sure there's no lasting damage.

by Nancy Yang

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April 8, 2015 3:30 PM

Appetites: Food Building provides home for local meat and cheesemakers

The Food Building in Minneapolis is the headquarters for The Lone Grazer Creamery and Red Table Meat Company. It's just part of a statewide craft meat and cheese movement.

by Tom Crann