From hot cocoa bombs to a tasty local legend called the Gremlin, these Cedar Rapids-based chocolate shops are certain to meet your sweet needs–on Valentine’s Day and beyond.
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Fab Mixologists
From mixing up spirts behind the bar to delivering decadent drinks at big events, Iowa certainly has no shortage of premier mixologists.
Valentine’s Day Dining and Events 2022
From adult slumber parties with your Galentines to an intimate evening for two, here are our favorite ways to soak up all the feels on Valentine’s Day in Iowa.
Best Bagels in Des Moines
From local go-to hotspots to hidden gem destinations, Des Moines boasts the perfect bagel shops to stop by and celebrate National Bagel Month.
Fabulous People: Oliver Hassman
Oliver Hassman is the executive chef of Kalona Brewing Company, a native brewery with a made-from-scratch kitchen. “We love to keep things local and use as many local vendors as possible, from local cheese curds from The Kalona Creamy to grass-fed beef raised on JimRay Farms just five miles north of Kalona.
5 Must-Do Iowa Experiences to Try in the New Year
With the start of a new year comes the fun of crafting brand new resolutions to dream up and aim for in 2022 and beyond. If you’re hoping to be more intentional with your time in the new year, then consider immersing yourself in one of these five must-do, Iowa experiences for a taste of the state’s inimitable culture and flair.
Fabulous People: W Yoder
W Yoder is the head brewer of Kalona Brewing Company, a craft brewery and restaurant that opened in 2013.
Restaurant of the Week: West End Diner
Opened in 2019, West End Diner is located in the heart of Marion and a few blocks from the Uptown District. It is a contemporary, neighborhood breakfast and lunch spot that features many homemade fan favorites.
Riverside Casino & Golf Resort
Riverside Casino & Golf Resort, located in Riverside, is approximately 25 minutes from Iowa City and acts as a one-stop shop for all of your weekend leisure needs.
Restaurant of the Week: Kalona Brewing Company
Kalona Brewing Company is located in the heart of the main street district in the small town of Kalona, less than a half hour drive from Iowa City. Opened in 2012, this modern micro-brewery creates over 24 different beers (including micro-batch brews), with 20 brews on tap.