Tag: Twin Cities
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Twin Cities is known as the ‘Hmong Capital of the World’
The first Hmong family arrived in Minnesota in 1975. In the 50 years since their arrival, an estimated 95,000 to 100,000 Hmong people now call the state home. According to U.S. Census Bureau estimates … Full story: https://www.yahoo.com/news/videos/twin-cities-known-hmong-capital-142523160.html
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From a sacred temple to Twin Cities stages: four cultural events to catch this weekend
Three concerts this weekend showcase South Indian traditions, Africa’s musical roots and the Christmas music of Latin America. A film screening spotlights Minnesota’s Hmong leaders. Full story: https://sahanjournal.com/arts-culture/things-to-do-twin-cities-hindu-temple-latin-christmas-hmong-film/
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St. Paul library card marks anniversary of Southeast Asian resettlement
The St. Paul Public Library system has rolled out a special edition library card recognizing the 50th anniversary of Southeast Asian resettlement in St. Paul. The free card, designed by Twin Cities … Full story: https://www.twincities.com/2025/12/09/st-paul-library-offers-card-for-50th-anniversary-of-s-e-asian-resettlement/
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Second Paris Baguette location opens in the Twin Cities
The second Twin Cities location of South Korea-based Paris Baguette opened its doors in Roseville this week. After making its Minnesota debut in Maple Grove i n summer 2024, the bakery chain is now … Full story: http://www.bing.com/news/apiclick.aspx?ref=FexRss&aid=&tid=693466ee13a942b3810c3a4ad1dfe6d4&url=https%3a%2f%2fbringmethenews.com%2fminnesota-lifestyle%2fsecond-paris-baguette-location-opens-in-the-twin-cities&c=5498926945513041282&mkt=en-us
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Minnesota’s Best Family-Run Fried Chicken Restaurants
Minnesota isn’t exactly the first place that comes to mind when you think of fried chicken, but trust me, this state is hiding some serious poultry perfection. Family-run spots across the Twin Cities … Full story: https://www.msn.com/en-us/food-and-drink/recipes/minnesota-s-best-family-run-fried-chicken-restaurants/ar-AA1Q5wBy
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Tibetan rock and rap, Hmong filmmakers take spotlight in the Twin Cities this weekend
Festival highlights 50 years of Hmong filmmaking; a mural inspired by Indigenous traditions and a concert celebrating Tibetan resistance. Full story: https://sahanjournal.com/arts-culture/twin-cities-things-to-do-hmong-film-fest-tibetan-music-lake-street-mural/
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Unicorn Riot Releases New Trove of Videos From Largest Arrest in MN History
Plus celebrating the wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald, SNAP pause hurts residents and grocers, and a good guide for Twin Cities business travelers in today’s Flyover news roundup. Full story: https://racketmn.com/unicorn-riot-releases-new-trove-of-videos-from-largest-arrest-in-mn-history
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With election day ahead, Twin Cities mayoral candidates making a final case at parks, malls doorsteps
The candidates for mayor in both Minneapolis and St. Paul scrambled across town Saturday in a final sprint to sway voters in Tuesday’s elections, which pit two-term incumbents against challengers … Full story: https://www.msn.com/en-us/politics/government/with-election-day-ahead-twin-cities-mayoral-candidates-making-a-final-case-at-parks-malls-doorsteps/ar-AA1PDH3n
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Joe Jonas dines at award-winning Diane’s Place (and later St. Pierre) in Minneapolis
On a beautiful autumn Thursday, Joe Jonas was spotted at two Twin Cities restaurants. The singer, in town ahead of the Jonas Brothers’ Friday night performance at Grand Casino Arena, ordered takeout … Full story: https://www.msn.com/en-us/travel/tripideas/joe-jonas-dines-at-award-winning-diane-s-place-and-later-st-pierre-in-minneapolis/ar-AA1ObaRl
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Joe Jonas dines at award-winning Diane’s Place in Minneapolis
On a sunny autumn Thursday, Joe Jonas was spotted at one of the Twin Cities’ buzziest restaurants. The singer, in town ahead of the Jonas Brothers’ Friday night performance at Grand Casino Arena, … Full story: https://www.msn.com/en-us/entertainment/celebrities/joe-jonas-dines-at-award-winning-diane-s-place-in-minneapolis/ar-AA1ObaRl
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From Gaza to Sudan, Mizna’s Arab Film Festival brings a shared world to the Twin Cities
Twin Cities Arab Film Fest at The Main; Taco and Tequila Fest in St. Paul; Ananya Dance at St. Kate’s; Hmong and Latinx plays at Open Eye Theatre. Full story: https://sahanjournal.com/arts-culture/things-to-do-twin-cities-arab-film-fest-indian-dance-hmong-mexican-play/
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Diane’s Place, Bûcheron make list of best places to eat in the country
Minnesotans aren’t known for bragging. Good thing the national food media is doing it for us. Food & Wine, the New York Times, Bon Appétit and others can’t stop talking about the Twin Cities dining … Full story: https://www.msn.com/en-us/food-and-drink/world-cuisines/diane-s-place-b%C3%BBcheron-make-list-of-best-places-to-eat-in-the-country/ar-AA1Mht23
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Two Restaurants Are Making Minneapolis the American Capital of Hmong Food
Last year, two Hmong American chefs opened restaurants in Northeast Minneapolis, and through the coincidence of their timing and geography, drew a spotlight to the Twin Cities, where the Hmong … Full story: http://www.bing.com/news/apiclick.aspx?ref=FexRss&aid=&tid=68addfdf38e04fae9e6df73982885664&url=https%3a%2f%2fwww.nytimes.com%2f2025%2f08%2f26%2fdining%2fhmong-cuisines-minneapolis.html&c=2309671088672701089&mkt=en-us
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Hmong 50 Festival at the Minnesota State Capitol
Tags: capitol, community, festival, Hmong, Minnesota, people, state, story, Twin Cities, United StatesThe Twin Cities’ Hmong community celebrated 50 years since their arrival in the United States. Helen Mirren says she’s left ‘insulted’ by younger people’s ‘condescending’ comments … Full story: https://www.msn.com/
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Minneapolis Central Library show opens dialogue between incarcerated artists, public
SEEN: In the Stacks,” now showing at the Minneapolis Central Library, began as a collaboration with the Weisman Art Museum, pairing seven incarcerated artists with seven Twin Cities-based artists, … Full story: https://sahanjournal.com/arts-culture/minneapolis-central-library-incarcerated-artists-seen-exhibit/