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RMMB Favorite Things 2018

This list is brought to you by the businesses below. Each of these brands and businesses is truly our favorite and we personally solicited all companies for inclusion.

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At Rochester MN Moms Blog there is no question that we are passionate about all things local.  We love to support local artisans, creators, designers, and business owners.  That’s why are are so proud to bring you this list of our Favorite Things from SE Minnesota.  Whether it be a product or a locally owned shop (many of them mom-owned), all of these items are available in our region.  We hope you will support these local businesses.  Here are our favorite items for 2018!

People's Food Co-op

Not only is People’s Food Co-op our go-to for our every day groceries, produce and household staples, they also provide services to make your gatherings and parties beautiful!  Their catering, bakery, deli and wine, beer & spirits departments make planning any size gathering a snap.  

Why we love it: Trusting People’s Food Co-op to cater for a party is an easy decision for us.  They are thorough, creative beautiful food and have a large variety to choose from. Our Favorite Things party featured a fruit and cheese tray, hummus and pita tray, caprese tray, a dessert, and a sangria made from wine available in the wine & spirits department.  Check out all they have to offer for catering, bakery and deli or specialty menus

River's Edge Market Garden

River’s Edge Market Garden specializes in micro greens, premium salad greens, tomatoes and garlic.  Hand sown, hand harvested with chemical free agriculture and rich and sustainable soil production, River’s Edge Market Garden grows sustainable, fresh and and delicious produce year round.  Find them year round the Rochester Downtown Farmers Market.

Why we love it: Their premium micro greens are the perfect additional to salads, side sides or as a beautiful finishing to a main course. These tiny greens offer a huge flavor punch.  Our favorites are sunflower, radish and salad mix!

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Paper & Penz

Paper & Penz is a custom hand-lettered sign company.  Specializing in custom pieces, event sign rental and custom art, owner Autumn Penz decided to bring the passion for her craft into a business.  Consider Paper & Penz for any speciality pieces for your home (kitchen, nursery, family spaces) as well as for your even signage needs.  She has a variety of styles and sizes to fit the needs of your special occasion.

Why we love it: Autumn’s work is charming and heart-warming.  There is something so special in knowing that a piece you have in your home is one-of-a-kind!  We asked her to provide a sign with our favorite saying right now: No  Grit, No Pearl. This is a helpful reminder to keep going when things get tough!

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Scents of Hope

Scents of Hope is a brand new business in Rochester, MN. Margaret is the founder and candle maker at Scents of Hope. She creates candles using 100% soy wax blended with unique scents in a variety of sizes. Scents of Hope donates 25% of each sale to these nonprofits: Inheritance of Hope, and Creating Hope 4 Cambodia.

Why we love it: Margaret’s passion for candles is matched only for her passion to provide funds and resources for the non-profits close to her heart.  The scent blends she creates are whimsical and cozy. We are featuring Lush Linen but she also has Juniper Breeze, English Garden and Grapefruit + Mint.  All scents are available in 4 oz, 8 oz, and a set of 10 tea lights. 

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Pastor Bob's Grillin' Magic

Grillin’ Magic was created 30 years by Pastor Bob after he searched and searched for the perfect seasoning for meat, veggies and more.  Grillin’ magic launched in 2016 to bring this secret family recipe to the Rochester community and beyond.  This hand blended seasoning will bring some serious magic to your grilling game.

Why we love it: Grillin’ Magic takes the guess work out of grilling and seasoning.  This blend makes it easy to quickly throw something on the grill – it turns out delicious every time!  We also love to use it season vegetables, a finishing on side dishes and even have used it to sprinkle on salads and sandwiches!

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Salty | Halotherapy

Salty specializes in Halotherapy (Dry Salt Therapy).  Halotherapy is known for its many health benefits, and can be helpful in treating respiratory conditions, skin conditions, and much more.  Salty features two beautiful Himalayan Salt Cave treatment room, and offers a wide variety of slat and wellness retail products.

Why we love it: Trina at Salty has truly invested herself into the promotion of Halotherapy.  This mini oasis gives you the opportunity to relax in their one-of-a-kind salt therapy room.  You might even begin to taste a bit of salt on your tongue by the end!  Remember that feeling you have after after spending a day by the ocean?  Your skin is happy and you breathe clearly.  Get that feeling in a 20 minute session at Salty!

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Little Thistle Brewing Co.

Little Thistle is the newest member of the fast-growing and exciting brewery family in Rochester MN!  Husband and wife team, Steve and Dawn are opening in August 2018 and will be a wonderful new gathering spot for beer enthusiasts, friends, and family.  
 
Why we love it: Steve and Dawn pour (literally) so much passion into the beers they brew.  What they are opening up in Rochester is a very special place.  We can’t wait to create memories with loved ones in their beautiful taproom.  Not to mention – their beer is next level good!
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Desserts by Danna

Danna of Desserts by Danna creates beautiful confections out of her home bakery.  Delicious decorated cookies, wedding and celebration cakes, cupcakes, and mini desserts are her specialty!  If you have a specialty designs, Danna can make it happen!  She works with a 3D printer in town to bring custom shapes to life in her bakery!  
 
Why we love it: Dannas cookies are beautiful works of art…almost too good to eat!  Almost!  You should definitely eat them because they taste as great as they look. Danna is passionate about what she creates for you to bring a wonderful specialness to your celebrations.  You won’t be disappointed by what Danna will create of you!
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Trail Creek Coffee

Trail Creek Coffee Roasters is a local small batch specialty coffee roaster with a passion for community, connection, and global impact utilizing fair trade organic clean coffee beans whenever possible. Their featured item is our best selling fair trade organic medium Guatemala. It is from the HueHuetenango region. Tasting notes: sugary toffee and citrus flavors with a soft mouthfeel and sweet nutty aftertaste.
 
Why we love it: It’s no secret that Rochester MN Moms Blog loves coffee.  Trail Creek Coffee makes our morning must-have that much more special knowing that our coffee has been small batch roasted by a local mom who loves coffee just as much as we do!  Crystal and her husband put so much care into ensuring that each cup is a great experience…and it shows!
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Favorite Things Reveal Party

Thanks to People’s Food Co-op for providing the beautiful food and drink for our Favorite Things reveal party!  

Past Favorite Things Lists

2016

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2017

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