Posts with tag 'Minneapolis MN'

If you love Italian food – and who doesn't? – you'll have plenty of great restaurants to choose from around Minneapolis. From eateries that serve elevated dishes to ones that focus on the tried-and-true prepared in a delicious way, you're sure to find something to please your taste buds.

Treat yourself to dinner from one of the following Italian restaurants located near Minneapolis homes for sale as well as St. Paul homes for sale, and work your way through the list for delicious meals in the weeks to come:

• Pizzeria Lola – 5557 Xerxes Ave., S. Minneapolis, MN 55410
  Pizzeria Lola is full of surprises – starting with the fact that chef/owner Ann Kim is a James Beard Award-winning chef originally from Korea. The pizza-focused neighborhood restaurant makes traditional pies like pepperoni but also serves signature pizzas like the Lady Zaza (with red sauce, kimchi, Korean sausage, serrano peppers, scallions, sesame, and soy-chili glaze). If you'd like to try one of their pizzas, the restaurant is currently open for takeout only. Hours are 4 p.m.-8:30 p.m. Monday-Thursday, 11 a.m.-9:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and 11 a.m.-8:30 p.m. Sunday. Orders can be placed starting one hour before the restaurant opens.

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Home tours have stepped into a whole new world – the virtual world, that is. Our agents were among the first in our area to launch virtual showings for homes. That early commitment to keeping sellers and buyers alike moving forward has now been echoed by the rest of the industry. Virtual tours are common, and they might persist in 2021 and beyond.

Minneapolis homes for sale are some of the most desirable in North Carolina – that hasn't changed. But the right way to showcase a home's unique features has. Recent research shows that buyers taking a virtual tour have priorities a little bit different from those in a traditional walk-through.

Sellers – and their real estate agents, of course – need to adapt. Here are five big things buyers notice on virtual tours.

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Cold weather is upon us, and with the furnace running more often, our heating bills are climbing. On a budget this year? Here are a few tips for lowering your heating bill, based on what our real estate agents see in the most energy-efficient Minneapolis homes for sale.

1. Turn down the thermostat. One of the most simple ways to save money on your heating bill is to turn down the thermostat, especially when you don't need the house to stay warm. For instance, overnight and when you're at work are two times when you can turn the heat down and save some money. If you keep forgetting, you might invest in a programmable thermostat that will do it for you. Smart thermostats are also a popular feature we see in Saint Paul homes for sale.

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Whether you're most interested in Minneapolis homes for sale, Saint Paul homes for sale, or homes anywhere else throughout the Twin Cities region, one key fact remains the same: There are plenty of little details that can make your homebuying journey much easier … or much harder!

All in all, buying a home isn't as intimidating as it might look in the beginning. But the process can have its twists and turns, and the best way to navigate is with the help of an expert. Your real estate agent is your staunchest ally, getting you to closing day with the minimum number of surprises.

No matter what questions you have – and most first-time buyers understandably have plenty of them – your Realtor can help. He or she is always thinking two steps ahead, so you're never in the position of feeling lost or not knowing what to do next.

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The Twin Cities' bread world has changed drastically over the years. Now, there are many artisan bread bakers simultaneously using modern traditions and time-tested techniques to crank out all manner of top-notch breads. Many bakeries incorporate heritage grains that impact texture, flavor, and nutrition. If you've been exploring Minneapolis or Saint Paul homes for sale, you'll definitely want to find a home near a place where you can easily find a variety of fresh-baked breads. Worry not because the Twin Cities do rise to the occasion when it comes to baked goods. Here are some of the best places to get a carb-overload around Minneapolis and St. Paul.

• Brake Bread – 1174 7th St. W, Saint Paul, MN 55102
  This bright and airy little bakery on West 7th in St. Paul started as a bike delivery service in 2014. Brake Bread has grown into a full-time bakery offering naturally leavened loaves. Most days, the bakery is stocked with classics like white and whole wheat artisanal loaves; white sandwich loaf dubbed "Fwuffy"; baguettes, a delightfully sour white loaf with a crisp crust; and a brown round bread stuffed with oats, flax, and sunflower seeds. You can pick up delicious freshly baked breads from their bakery or have them pedaled straight to your doorsteps.

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