
Ahhh, January. The holidays are over and after all that socializing you're ready to take some well-deserved "me time." So what do you want to do? There's no better way to start the new year and break up winter boredom than to pick up a new hobby. Whether you're interested in looking at Minneapolis homes for sale or need suggestions for trying something new, our real estate agents have the skinny on where to go and what to do.

When you're looking at Minneapolis homes for sale, you're sure to find the perfect place to spend holidays with your family. No matter what your favorite part of the Thanksgiving meal is, you'll have to admit, it just wouldn't be the same without the pie! A fresh pie is the perfect way to end the meal, and you can find just about any flavor you'd want at these favorite local bakeries.

Are you hungry for all of the delicious and delectable foods you see on food TV? Our real estate agents love gazing at the mouth-watering burgers and bites on shows like Food Paradise, Good Eats, and The Zimmern List. If you've got an appetite for some of these wild and wonderful dishes, you'll be pleased to know that some of the best restaurants showcased on food TV are very close to Minneapolis homes for sale! Here are a few of our favorites we think you should check out.

Did you know you can experience Germany's annual Oktoberfest without ever leaving the Twin Cities? Minneapolis and Saint Paul throw huge Oktoberfest celebrations each year, giving the North Star State residents a truly delicious taste of German tradition. This yearly celebration in Munich runs between September 21 and October 5, but Minnesotan pub owners like to start the party a little earlier. Our real estate agents love Oktoberfest — if you visit one of these five hot spots throughout September and October, we're sure you will too!

Who doesn't love a delicious farm-to-table meal? Our real estate agents sure do! The Twin Cities are definitely a foodie paradise. With so many amazing eateries on both sides of the Mississippi, you could dine out every night of the week and still spend years trying to taste them all! We love meals made from the freshest local ingredients and want to share a few of our favorite restaurants with you. Here are six favorite farm-to-table spots around Minneapolis and Saint Paul.