Best cured & smoked ham I've ever had! So glad we stumbled on this place after hiking the state…read morepark hiking club trail. Best Easter ham ever! Beef muscle jerky is up near the best. Ring bologna had too much moisture (too much pork?) for my liking but flavor was very good. . NOTE - they give great instructions for cooking the ham but I used two internal meat thermometers to monitor internal temps while cooking in the oven at 350. Just remember that these are "guidelines" & you must put some liquid in a roaster pan, insert your temp probes, then seal roaster tightly with aluminum foil. Bake at 350 til IT of 155 degrees. When the ham hit 155 IT, I shut the oven off and just let the ham sit in there, sealed, until it's time to eat. Monitoring your internal temps still of course. Mine ended up reaching 178 degreees IT by the time we ate. The ham is perfectly moist and bursting with great flavor, it wasn't the slightest bit dry.

All their meats are top quality. Been enjoying it for years. If you're anywhere near here, you've…read moregot to swing by. Dried beef makes the best sandwiches

I went to just browse with my wife and it's small. However it packs quality, has all the basics of…read morewhat you would expect + ice cream. I've been returning everyday to get the $8/NY Strip. It's a place you should go see at least once, a local small business I can actually afford to support. Folks are very nice and service is quick, not very busy. The interior design is cute too.

This is hands down my new goto butcher shop . The quality and service is unmatched. They offer food…read moreand full service butcher shop and a little ice cream . The decor is inviting and fun. I drove by so many times telling myself to stop and was I finally thankful I did. The jerk and beef sticks selection is great . Try the Bubba jerky if you like heat. I can't wait to return.

Visited this orchard on a nice late October Sunday and had the best afternoon! It is $8/person for…read morea 1/4 peck of apple picking (tasting allowed) and can pay more for bigger bags. As a group of four we greatly enjoyed walking around the orchard and finding our favorite apple varieties. Afterwards we stopped at the little cafe for some apple cider donuts and beignets, all which were warm, fresh, and absolutely delicious!! Ended our visit by picking a few pumpkins to take home for carving/painting! Would definitely recommend for couples and families as a fun fall activity!

The people were friendly, fresh veggies and plenty of place to move around. It was nice to stop…read morehere one afternoon.

Ye Olde Butchershoppe is a great butcher shop in town! I wanted to pickup some steaks but left with…read morea lot more. First off, the staff were very friendly and not pushy at all. The spacious store has the full spectrum of meat products for anyone whether looking to grill for themselves or a large party: a great case of cuts, frozen larger meat sections (e.g. whole ribeyes), a smoked section, and various snacks & entrees. Plus, the prices were very reasonable. I ended up getting some Bacon-wrapped Sirloins, Smoked Hard-boiled Eggs (their specialty--tasted like an aged cheese!), and Meatloaf, which were all so good. I can't wait to try more from here in the future!

Great service and very welcoming staff!! Big selection of meats, which turned out grearead more

Fantastic buritto bowl!! Green salsa, perfectly hot! Very…read moreclean and bright!! Prices very reasonable, tons of drink options!

I was in the area and decided to swing by Coco's place to grab a quick bite and say hi to the…read morefriendly owners. To my dismay, they've expanded their brand and added Coco's Market right next door to the restaurant. AND IT'S SO FRICKEN COOL INSIDE!! You can find almost anything in there and it's a great place to get authentic Mexican souvenirs such as hats, keychains, belts, aprons, and so much more. Apart from that they also sell grocery items like avocados, limes, rice , canned items, rice, tomatoes etc... and get this, you can even send money to different countries!! The true definition of a one-stop-shop! TALK ABOUT DECOR!! This place will uplift your spirit from the moment you enter through the double doors. I love how much attention they put into making the space feel and look stunning. One a cold wintery day like today, the little things like this matter most. Seating area is nice and the noise level was adequate with a touch of Mexican cumbia music! I wasn't really in the mood for meat and I love that their expansive menu can accommodate my peculiar eating patterns lol. I started off with a HOT bowl of Mexican Menudo, then a plate of Mexican rice, beans and tortillas on the side with cheese inside.. Y-U-M-M-Y!!! This was followed by a platter of picadas (that I shared with my partner), a cup of Mexican prepared corn (esquite) and washed it all down with a glass of horchata! Overall it was to die for! I've spent a good chunk of time in Cuernavaca, Mexico and the food here reminds me so much of the food there. Coco's roots trace back to Maltrata, Vera Cruz in Mexico and I love how they've blessed the community here with a taste of home. It's located in the heart of Northfield on a strip that can be considered their downtown, so there's lots of petite mom and pop shops that you can browse. Decent amount of parking in the front area, otherwise you can also swing in the back of the building and find more parking. Going to Coco's is now a routine whenever I'm in Northfield and one that I can get used to :) Fast service + family-oriented + hot and freshly made food = Coco's Place. Once again, I left a happy camper ;)

The Twin Cities area is fortunate to have four excellent Japanese gardens. Having lived in Kobe,…read moreJapan and traveling their extensively while obtaining a master's in Japanese history, I have come to appreciate Japanese art, gardens and architecture wherever I travel. This particular garden, located behing Watson Hall on the campus of Carleton College in Northfield, Minnesota is the highest rated of our Japanese gardens--currently rated the 7th best garden of its type in the country. While considerably smaller than the gardens at the University of Minnesota Landscape Arboretum and the Normandale Japanese Garden, Joryo-en keeps with a much more authentic design. It is small and simple with detail paid to the dry garden (karesansui) and water elements. There is also a small pavilion which is perfect for viewing the garden. It is tucked away in a somewhat wooded area behind some campus buildings--making it a peaceful retreat. A Japanese friend of mine who attended Carelton said that it was always a nice spot to study or get-away. If you are not accustomed to real Japanese gardens, it may not be worth the 45 minute drive from Minneapolis. You certainly arent going to see anything gaudy or ostentatious. The garden is small and no one element is going to jump out at you from an initial glance. However, if you are looking for an authentic Japanese garden experience in Minnesota, I dont think it gets any better than the Joryo-en. It's free to the public, too. I would recommened making it a day-trip combining your time with seeing the architecture of St. Olaf & Carleton Colleges, downtown Northfield, or even nearby Shattuck-St. Mary.

Schwans is awesome. With good food,great service. And jane, The delivery driver, is the best.read more

Driver friendly but the customer service if you need a refund could not be worse. Have contacted…read morethem 4 times on a credit for a missing delivery item and still no refund after almost a month.

One of Rochesters best kept secrets The Charles Gagnon…read moresculpture museum is amazing Arlyn is a wealth of knowledge and detailed historian with each piece of art. Beautifully displayed and in an inviting and peaceful sanctuary! A must see!

Outstanding experience. This museum is definitely a "hidden gem" in Rochester. Wonderful to see…read morethe art, learn about the creation and history of bronze sculpture, and hear stories about the artist's adventures in Rochester and around the world. There is definitely something for everyone. ADA accessible; beautiful facilities; wonderful tour!