Come along with me to Falls Coffee, a local coffee shop just a few minutes walk from Minnehaha Falls.

It’s a nice bright space and they have everything you need to start your morning right. It’s also a perfect work from home spot.

You can expect to find signature coffee drinks, like the skull latte and cold fashion classics like Falls, cream, cold brew, cookies, and cream, chiller, and mango fruit tea. They also offer ham and cheese, croissants, breakfast burrito, and more.

Check out Falls coffee menu here.

I was excited to try the March coffee specials which included :

Muffin Top Chai - made with blueberry 

Banana Bliss Matcha - made with banana syrup and cookie crumbles on top.

Blueberry scone



I absolutely loved the muffin top chai! It was fruity and sweet. Next time you’re in the area, stop by and give them a try!

It’s Black History Month and it’s time to celebrate our Black community by honoring their culture contributions. Today, I’m featuring Black owned businesses to support not just during the month of February, but all year long.

Image credit Collective Voice

Black owned business to support all year round

Beauty

Pat McGrath labs - Glam make up for all skin tones

Brown Girl Jane – Plant base products, beauty and wellness products to support balance, and self-care for women of color.

Topical – skin care brand treating chronic skin conditions.

Fenty Beauty - Foundations and concealers for all skin tones.

Black Girl Sunscreen – sunscreen products that help protect melanin skin with no white residue.

Pattern – Tracy Ellis Ross’s hair care brand featuring products for curly, coily, and textured hair.

Cay Skin - Vegan Sun-care products for all skin tones and reef safe.

Brigeo - Clean hair care for all hair types

Ami Cole - Clean make up and skin care products for diverse skin tones

Fashion 

Good American – high-quality genes for all body types, and sizes

Bruce Glynn – vibrant, unique, fashion and accessories.

Jade Swim – minimalist swimwear, and beachwear

The Rad Black Kids – sustainable fashion, and lifestyle brand for the surf skate and outdoor culture. 

Fear of God – a luxurious fashion brand known for its high-quality minimalist and modern style.

Brandon Blackwood – luxurious accessory brand producing high-quality handbags and accessories.

Bonus black owned brand

Estelle Colored Glass – hand blown luxurious brand featuring vibrant glassware, so that celebrates black excellence and artistry.

Valentine's Day is this week and I know we will all be out shopping trying to find Valentine's Day gifts for our sweethearts. But I want to challenge you to be sure and show yourself love.

Are you doing Dry January and looking for where to buy nonalcoholic drinks? Take a look at these three N/A bottle shops in the Twin Cities.

3 N/A Bottle Shops to Visit All Year Long 

1. Marigold – I’ve been to Marigold a couple times and they have a great selection of non alcoholic beverages from nonalcoholic wines to N/A beers and more.

Marigold

3506 Nicolette Ave. S., Minneapolis

2236 Carter Ave., Saint Paul

2. Zero proof – I had the pleasure of attending a yelp event at Zero Proof, where they carry functional non alcoholic beverages and spirits.

2516 Central Ave. NE., Minneapolis

3. Lucille’s – I have not made it all over to Lucille‘s bottle shop yet, but I’ve been hearing about a lot about them. You can find all sorts of nonalcoholic beverages, and even host an event.

Lucille's

24 W. 7th Pl., Saint Paul

All of these bottle shops are very knowledgeable of their products and offer tastings as well!

It’s always cool when Minneapolis gets national recognition for its food. Take example Isles Bun and Coffee. I tried them for the first time over the holidays because I had to see what the buzz was all about.

One late morning, I picked up a caramel roll and a puppy dog tail. Of course I got an extra dollop of frosting.

The caramel roll was fine and my puppy dog tail was kind of hard and crunchy. Is it supposed to be like that? I think I’ll have to go back and visit in the early morning hours when it’s hot and fresh.

What’s your favorite place to get cinnamon rolls? Is Isles Bun your favorite?

 

How To Get the Best Birthday Freebies & Deals

My B-day is coming up y’all and I’m sharing all the deets on how I score the best birthday freebies and deals to help you celebrate your special day.

 It’s the most wonderful time of the year and one of my favorite things is to watch holiday movies. I mean we geek out over here.

I’m sharing 12 Gospel Christmas albums that will have you singing his praises this Christmas!

 Here’s everything you need to make your Christmas breakfast a hit in your home.

 Ladies, it’s time for the Illume warehouse sale! This is a great way to get your favorite bath and body products and a discount.

If you love a Illume candles and Home fragrance, you don’t want to miss this warehouse sale where you can find your favorite perfume, body mists, household cleaners, and so much more for up to 90% off.

This is also a great time to buy candles and bath and body products from other brands that they work with including Good Chemistry, Anthropology, Madewell, West, Elm, and more. Also a portion of the sales go to the Minnesota Academy of science funding stem programs.

The Illume warehouse sale is located in Maple Grove and runs November 8th, from 8 AM to 7 PM and Saturday November 9th, from 8 AM to 2 PM.

10501 Elm Creek Blvd. N. Maple Grove, 55369

If warehouse sales are your thing don't forget about the Thymes Warehouse Sale!

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