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WINTER 2023

VOLUME 3, ISSUE 9

Scandinavian Comfort | Kings Court Photography

FEATURE 60 SHOWCASE

Homes take on a special glow during the holidays, especially for the Johnnson family. Read what "home" means to them, after moving crosscountry and returning back to Fargo.

DEPARTMENTS 14 DESIGN

Everywhere we look it's becoming to look alot like Christmas and what better place to start than our own homes? Adding a bit of holiday elegance has a positive impact!

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Scandinavia is a story of contrasts, a land of vast differences and extreme weather. Discover how light and fire, synonymous with "hyggelig," creates cozy comfort.

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ADDITIONS 8 Musings 10 Contributors 80 Wine Wisdom

30 ART

50 CUISINE

36 NATURE

56 ELEMENTS

Original art is always a perfect decor addition to our homes each and every day. At this special time of year we asked area artists to share their holiday-inspired works.

This talented area photographer captures the elusive and enigmatic bird, the owl. Framed by the lense of her camera, experience the hidden beauty living in the woods.

It's the holiday season and across Europe, Christmas markets are opening. Read about this festive shopping experience with music, food, sleigh rides and skating rinks.

The holidays bring together treasured moments: traditional dishes, family all under one roof and a sweet medley of familiar holiday scents wafting through your home.

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Welcome guests this season with a traditional Nordic treat, fattigman.

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The red plumage of the Northern Cardinal is a beautiful sight against the frosty winter backdrop of our backyards.

Terri Ferragut Creative Director Terri Ferragut

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ell, here we are! How can it be that a year has passed and we are amidst the anticipation of another winter holiday season? Loved ones will gather, highways and airports will hum with activity and our social calendars will once more be full of events that may even at times try the most patient of souls. But despite the hurriedness we will settle into a most satisfying and comforting rhythm of reuniting with our families and friends.

Creating the glitz and shine of the holidays is a gratifying aspect at this time of year and in this issue, we hope you find beautiful inspiration to present your home in all its finery. We have gathered beautiful ideas from area artists, designers and yes, even our Inspired Home readers and we’re ready to share!

Decorating our homes in preparedness is a tradition of great importance.

Not only is it a time of calming reflection as we unpack our favorite tree ornaments, it is an activity that is good for our souls and for all who view it. As I write this, I feel there is no better time than now to appreciate the peaceful security and calm of our holiday season. And I pray for hope and peace across the vastness of this world – for those who have none.

Our wish for you this winter season is for many blessings, patience and understanding.

Appreciate the beauty of our natural world. Slow down! Relax, put your feet up, enjoy a hot cup of cocoa as you read the Winter Issue!

Enjoy Our Winter Issue!

Terri Ferragut

Associate Publisher Editorial Director terri.ferragut@gmail.com terri@inspiredhomemagazine.com

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Director of Operations Scott Drzewiecki Contributing Photographers Jill Ockhardt Blaufuss Lauren Ferragut Carlson Sarah Dolyniuck Rennae Gruchalla Bailey Hovland Chelsey Malstrom Kensie Wallace Contributing Writers Lauren Ferragut Carlson Terri Ferragut Rennae Gruchalla Chelsey Malstrom Granville Wood Copy Editor Keri Guten Cohen Social Media Director Bailey Hovland

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JILL OCKHARDT BLAUFUSS Jill Ockhardt Blaufuss is a photographer for architecture and interior design. Her clients range from designers and builders, both commercial and residential. When she's not working she enjoys spending time with her family and friends, cooking, traveling and entertaining.

TERRI FERRAGUT Every issue, we take great pride in presenting this beautiful local home and lifestyle guide we call Inspired Home. From design to great food our goal is to provide you with relevant information you value. Truth of the matter is, without the heart and dedication of this talented and professional team, this publication would not be possible. Issue after issue, their creativity brings Inspired Home to your doorstep or area business. They inspire me.

ASHLEY F. JOHNSON Ashley Johnson loves her home city of Fargo.

She works as a registered nurse at Sanford Medical Center and shares her happy home with her husband, 2 children and a rescue cat. She loves traveling with her family, cooking, entertaining and good wine. She can’t wait to show her children the world.

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LAUREN F. CARLSON recently moved back home to Fargo with her husband and daughter after living in Upstate New York for 8 years where she worked at Cornell University as a research technician. There she worked with hemp for CBD/grain/fiber and willow for bioenergy. After having a baby she took some time off to be a mom. She loves knitting, running, cross-stitch, and of course, Scandinavian baking.

SARAH DOLYNIUK A career in the interior design world, along with a genuine interest in connection, led Sarah here to Inspired Home Magazine. She loves date nights (or days) with her boyfriend, nature photography (iphone style), walks with her dog, kissing on her rescue kitties, listening to podcasts, reading, yoga, antiquing, getting lost in a good television show, and enjoying a citrusy IPA or glass of wine.

BAILEY HOVLAND Before earning an English writing degree at Concordia College, Hovland dreamed of being an interior designer. Now, serving Inspired Home Magazine as a writer and social media director, she has the best of both worlds—pairing the power of words with innovative interior design.

CHELSEY MALSTROM Born and raised in Detroit Lakes, MN, Chelsey enjoys all things lakes country. Finding her love for wine working at Epcot Food and Wine Festival in 2012, she was thrilled to move back to Detroit Lakes to help run the family business. Today you can find her at Seven Sisters Spirits, planning events and helping people find the perfect wine.

KINSEY WALLACE A licensed real estate agent and photographer based in the FM area, Kinsey can wholeheartedly say she found her calling and has met amazing people along the way! Obsessed with interior design and home renovation, she is, by her own admission, a true introvert that enjoys spending her free time traveling, reading, and enjoying the outdoors with her dogs, Finley and Murphy.

GRANVILLE WOOD Wood is an international chef who worked in London, Stockholm, Toronto, Vancouver, Palm Beach and Houston before moving to Fargo with wife Susie, a doctor with Sanford Health. Most recently he operated The Blue Goose Café in the Plains Art Museum.

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Everywhere we look it's beginning to look a lot like Christmas and what better place to begin than our beloved kitchens. With its subtle holiday elegance this special space with added greenery comes to life.

verywhere you look, it’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas. And the good news is, it’s actually healthy to embrace this season and put our focus on holiday decorating and preparations. Hanging the mistletoe, decorating the tree, making Christmas ornaments and lighting the candles will all have a positive holiday impact on your family and friends.

Holiday decorating is a healthy distraction. Your mind can take a break from politics, viruses and other stressors. Direct your focus to make your space festive where relaxation, positivity and appreciation rule.

It allows you a bit of healthy control. Decorating gives you a sense of embracing your environment in an uplifting manner, creating a positive and welcoming place to be.

Life and world events can, at times, feel out of our control, so take this opportunity to reclaim positivity while you sprinkle holiday cheer everywhere for you and your family.

Redirect your focus to the little things. Focus on the “little things” by setting out your tiny Christmas figurines and smiling as you remember a fond memory. Simple decorations can yield a real sense of joy and excitement to your family. Sometimes it can be just that easy.

Looking forward to a celebration is uplifting. The countdown to Christmas and New Year’s Eve can be hectic, but is always enjoyable, even for adults. We are eager to enjoy the much-awaited seasonal spiced drinks, friends surprising friends with little treats, and the neighborhood dogs sporting their cozy little winter sweaters on walks. Allow yourself to get caught up in sharing the holiday spirit.

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Holiday themed pillows always create charming warmth in any room. Multiple mini-wreaths greet everyone who enters.

Consider these simple ideas to adorn your home in true holiday style.

Hang a wreath, or two or three! Place a fresh wreath above the hearth and the front door. Add a wreath over your bed, or hang mini wreaths in your windows or on kitchen cabinets. A simple fragrant pine wreath with a contrasting ribbon bow is all you need.

Add lights everywhere — outside the house and inside, from little fairy lights to big bright ones. Light candles of all sizes and place them everywhere for a cozy and comforting Nordic look.

Incorporate fresh greenery in the form of beautiful wreaths throughout your holiday home. The scent and texture of the natural world will please your entire family.

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Let the holidays begin! Incorporate lights everywhere. From the soft and magical twinkle of fairy lights to a big and bold effect in or outside your home – memories will be made.

A yesteryear charm is created by this delightful setting.

Simplistic and creative in the design elements, the sum-total equals smiles.

These hurricane lamps with their delicate soft lighting are perfect companions to one of the most comforting spaces in our home – our kitchens.

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Boil a holiday potpourri on the stovetop to make your house smell great.

The sense of smell is strongly tied to our memories of Christmas past — your family will appreciate it.

Get a Christmas tree, or two or three! Gather them together in one spot or scatter them around your home so their fragrant beauty greets you throughout the house. Add fresh greenery from your yard or ask for some trimmed branches from your nearest Christmas tree lot.

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Festive plaids shout out holiday cheerfulness coupled with fresh berries and greenery – a perfect combination for charm.

A well-dressed table setting will win the hearts of your guests every time.

Use sleigh bells to greet loved ones!

Scandinavian candles add perfect charm, anywhere.

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Display sugared fruit, either fresh or faux on a platter or cake stand. Either use real sugar coating (cover in simple syrup to make the sugar stick) or use a combination of white and silver glitter.

Pears, limes and grapes add elegance.

Add festive plaids around your home for a quick and easy way to spread a bit of holiday cheer. Consider plaid pillows, table runners, doormats or ribbons. Seasonal blankets and throw pillows are a perfect choice for bedrooms, living rooms and family rooms.

Tie elegant tassels to knobs... and maybe even add some jingle bells!

Add holiday stairway elegance with garland, pine cones, soft lighting and a festive bow.

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Harvest a bit of juniper and pine cones from your backyard to create an extra-special and added personal touch to your holiday entertaining.

Don't forget your bathrooms! Adding a touch of holiday with greenery and bows will always be appreciated.

Place a tree in multiple areas in your home for comforting warmth – and what better place than your bedroom? This ensemble of greenery, seasonal pillows and the color red create design perfection.

Don’t forget to add a touch of holiday decor to the bathrooms, kitchen and bedrooms, too!

Set out a festive bowl of nuts — shells on. Mix in cranberries and pomegranates for some color. This is a stunningly perfect and easy holiday visual you can create.

Create a holiday coffee station. Pull out the Christmas mugs, add shakers filled with cinnamon sugar and cocoa sugar, and use candy canes as drink stirrers. Have on hand seasonal creamers and whipped cream in the fridge to top off your perfect holiday beverage.

Enjoy the holidays!

Your guests will love a holiday coffee station complete with hot cocoa and seasonal trimmings.

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BY TERRI FERRAGUT

Scandinavia is a story of contrasts, a land of vast differences with sparsely populated landscapes and extreme weather. It is a large land mass that extends way north, well into the Arctic Circle, with short dramatic springs, endless summer sunlight and almost zero sunlight in winter, with temperatures well below zero. The cold winter days are so short, they may not see any daylight at all. The natural elements of forests, lakes and streams, in all their primitive glory, have shaped the mindset of its people. They embrace nature, and they adapt rather than forcing nature to adapt to them.

The Scandinavian people have great respect for nature — they are humbled by its dominance. With their deep respect toward the natural world, their ability to find happiness in the everyday experience and their strong values of trust and equality, it is no coincidence that the Nordic countries consistently rate at the top of the world in happiness surveys. There is something deep, substantial and beneficial we can all learn from them.

Scandinavians have a unique relationship to light and fire. Gathering together around a fire is something people have done for centuries. In Scandinavia, the tradition has never gone away — light and fire are a very important part of life.

Candles are an essential part of the Nordic culture year-round, especially during the holidays, bringing warmth and light to the long, dark winter nights. Their homes are famously full of Christmas lights and candles that create a “hyggelig” atmosphere of comfort and coziness. The pure and simple practice of burning candles is a way of life.

Candles are a catalyst; the soft glow of candlelight creates an inviting atmosphere that’s perfect for gathering with family and friends. Candlelight softens the moment.

Whether you share stories, play games or cozy up with a good book — whatever you choose, the warm glow of a candle will create a mood of comfort.

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Contemplative and natural, this Scandinavian light is created simply by using a floral block, candles and moss.

Elegant and simplistic, creativity brings thoughtful sophistication to this window sill – a beautiful holiday addition and tradition.

Candles also provide calming properties that create a beautiful ambiance that fosters other health benefits. Our sense of smell is highly connected to our emotions. Scented candles can evoke positive memories and help you and your family remember and reminisce during the holiday season.

Whether you prefer the crisp traditional scent of the Frasier fir, bitter citrus or the waft of earthy frankincense and myrrh, burning candles can help you relax, unwind and rid you of stress during the hectic days of the holiday. An added bonus: Candlemakers have crafted a plethora of stylish vessel designs for storing their waxy wares, making them perfect for holiday gifting or simply to bring a festive sparkle to your tabletop at home.

Discover what the Scandinavians have known for centuries: Light a candle, sit back and relax. Embrace and enjoy our winter season!

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continued from page 24 Simplistic charm is created by this arrangement of all types and sizes of candles.

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...the beauty of this time of year rings true, filling us with hope and wonder.

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Artist, Ellen Jean Diederich A Star is Born, watercolor. The wonder on that holy night is depicted in all its glory using the brilliance and comforting subtlety of color.

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inter in the Northland is a time of short days, cold winds, frosty walks and warm heavy woolens. It is a season that indicates change, the closing of one year and the birth of another. Providing a different palette of colors with its quiet-lit forests, hibernating nature and deep blue evenings, we are prompted to better understand and appreciate its beauty. Always an inspiration to artists, it is a time in which we reflect upon faith and human emotions while we marvel at ice, snow and wind. From early morning hoar frost-covered trees to the architecture of a busy city covered in snow, the beauty of this time of year rings true, filling us with hope and wonder. From natural vistas blanketed in snow to those of our imagination, winter creates inspiration that displays the most basic elements of our humanity – our similarities rather than our differences. Take a winter walk with Inspired Home through the eyes and paint brushes of these talented local artists.

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Artist, Doug Stuckle House in Winter, oil on canvas. For many of us, this wintery home surrounded by the beauty of snow-covered evergreens will bring many fond memories of past holiday seasons experinced.

Artist, Doug Stuckle Red Barn by River, oil on canvas. Winter beauty at its finest is displayed here in this rural, comforting winter scene. The earthy, muted tones add serenity and a sense of peace.

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Artist, Ellen Jean Diederich A Star is Born, watercolor.

The wonder on that holy night is depicted in all its glory using the brilliance and comforting subtly of color.

Artist Barbara Benda, Snowy Night with Evergreen, watercolor.

The fresh-fallen snow that we can all relate to adds silent solace.

Artist Barbara Benda, Gray Partridge in December, watercolor.

The hibernating beauty of nature is a winter wonder.

Artist Suzanne Moser, How Do Reindeer Fly?, watercolor. Portrayed beautifully, this scene captures a moment of wonderment imagined in the minds of every child at Christmas.

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Artist Beverly Benda Northern Cardinal with Snow, watercolor.

The vibrance of a red cardinal captured on a snowy day is a winter scene one can only hope to experience.

Artist Joy Ciaffoni Pink Sky, oil on canvas. Whimsical charm is portrayed in this colorful holiday village scene that puts a smile on the faces of all who view it.

Artist Ellen Jean Diederich Winter Wool, oil on canvas. The subtle grace and meekness of these sheep in winter's snow is a natural portrayal of understated beauty.

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BY TERRI FERRAGUT PHOTOGRAPHY BY ANNIE G. PHOTOGRAPHY

Owls are enigmatic. They are beautiful, mysterious and intriguing. Often seen as symbols of wisdom and knowledge, they are elusive and silent in flight. If you have been fortunate to experience their presence, you will never forget the moment. Inspired Home asked photographer and nature enthusiast Annie Goldade Laughlin to share her experiences photographing these amazing creatures.

IH: Who is Annie Laughlin?

AL: I grew up in Breckenridge, Minnesota, a small farming town that I love. I always had a love for animals and nature. My parents, who still reside in Breckenridge, always took us on road trips and encouraged us to be outdoors. We have a family lake home in Northern Wisconsin that I love dearly. My brother Michael lives in Minneapolis with his wife Samantha, and my sister Kristi resides in Madison, Wisconsin, with her fiancé Jeff. I graduated from high school and attended the University of North Dakota for nursing, graduating in 2013. I have been with Sanford Home Care for the last five years and enjoy it very much. In my spare weekends in the summertime, I love to sneak away to the quiet of our lake home. The fall and winter months are when my wildlife photography pursuits pick up. Every opportunity I get, I’m outdoors scouting for wildlife with my 4-year-old daughter, Charlie.

The first year of life for

IH: When and why did you realize you wanted to pursue the field of photography?

great horned owlets is the hardest to survive. As seen here, the owlet is moving out onto adjacent branches near the nest after 6 weeks of age. They don't fly well

AL: My dad has been my No. 1 inspiration. He is a hobby artist as well, practicing in ceramics and painting. At a young age, he encouraged me to use his fancy Nikon to practice. I bounce ideas off of him all the time.

Every time I want to go on an adventure to see and photograph wildlife, my dad will join in.

until 10-12 weeks of age.

This owlet was photographed in Fargo on a

IH: You are a talented photographer in many areas, but why owls?

When did this wonderful obsession begin?

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This photo took patience and after many hours of waiting, and after it began to get dark, the moment was captured. A large species of owl, this barred owlet with its mom will leave the comfort of the nest at about 4-5 months of age. Laughlin captured this unique relationship beautifully.

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Every image you see took hours and hours of scouting, waiting and hope. I hope that people can see the beauty in how many different species of owls we have right here in the Midwest.

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— Annie Laughlin Goldade

A grassland species, the short-eared owl is known for its short tufts of feathers resembling mammalian ears. Captured with Laughlin's husband this spring in a field, they passed the camera back and forth to view these amazing creatures as they were migrating.

One of the smallest species of owls in North America, this saw-whet owl with a cat-like adorable face is a skilled hunter by night. This was the first time Laughlin had ever encountered a northern saw-whet owl. Difficult to find; they usually have countless branches camouflaging their protected space.

in Wisconsin. We were sitting around a campfire visiting and someone said, “Cool, there’s an owl in the tree right there!” Curiosity sparked in me at that moment as we saw this massive owl silently fly into the forest.

I thought, “Wow, that is so cool.” I made it a New Year’s resolution to find one owl and try to photograph it. That fall, I was amazed by how challenging and difficult it was to actually see an owl in the wild — let alone photograph one! After many failures, one snowy evening in January, I was able to watch and photograph my first owl, a short-eared owl. I was hooked.

IH: I truly believe if everyone respected the natural world, our world would be a better place. Thoughts?

AL: Yes, I agree 100 percent.

IH: Can you share any interesting situations you have experienced while photographing in the wild?

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The largest North American owl, this beautiful adult snow owl is an amazing sight to behold with its piercing yellow eyes and its solid white color. This photo was captured by Laughlin as they migrated back north to the Arctic Circle which offers prey in 24-hour daylight.

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and how they hunt. That’s the best part about owls. They are each so cool and special. For example, the northern saw-whets are only here during the winter months. They are one of the most petite owls, and their defense mechanism is to “not” fly away. However, they are very tricky to find. On the other hand, short-eared owls can migrate in groups, so there are usually several of them. They prefer fields and grasslands, but the minute they detect a human — poof ! They are gone. My most memorable experience was in Northern

Minnesota photographing my favorite, the largest owl species in North America, the great gray owl. It was the fourth of July and this particular owl was hunting within feet of us. I couldn't believe my eyes. I wish I could relive that day.

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The great gray owl is Laughlin's favorite owl to encounter to date.

Powerful and one of the tallest owls, they have broad wings and a long tail. This picture was taken in the morning, the 4th of July in Northern Wisconsin.

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After many failures, one snowy evening in January, I was able to watch and photograph my first owl, a shorteared owl. I was hooked.

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— Annie Laughlin Goldade

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The same barred owl mother as seen on page 62 is photographed almost a year later in the same spot and in the same tree as she had nested previously. They are large, stocky owls with rounded heads, no ear tufts and mediumlength, rounded tails.

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work behind the photograph. Every image you see took hours and hours of scouting, waiting and hope. I hope that people can see the beauty in how many different species of owls we have right here in the Midwest.

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Fattigman

STORY AND PHOTOGRAPHY BY LAUREN FERRAGUT CARLSON

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a Norwegian Christmas tradition The list of things that make Christmas time memorable for me is endless — food traditions, Christmas morning hikes and decorating the tree with many wonky-looking snowmen I made in my third-grade art class. For me, Christmas orbits around food and my grandparents’ farm near Buxton, North Dakota. For weeks leading up to Christmas, I would daydream about my Grandma Jo’s gravy, my aunt’s kringle and getting bundled up (sometimes in my grandparents’ old snowmobile suits from the 1970s) to play in the snow until it was too dark to see. I still feel this way at age 37.

The dessert tray was my favorite (and first) thing to scope out. It came in the shape of a Christmas tree and had compartments that held different confections and treats, such as iced sugar cookies, homemade fudge, peanut brittle and berlinerkranser. It was always a good mix of traditional Norwegian cookies and pretzels baked with M&Ms made to look like reindeer.

One of the syv slag kakers or “seven sorts of cookies” often represented with our Norwegian Christmas desserts was fattigman or “poor man cookies.”

Fattigman is a bit of a misnomer. In English, it means poor man, but the cookie made its way into Norwegian food culture at the turn of the 18th century when the ingredients would have been very expensive. Eggs, sugar, cream, cognac, cardamom and cinnamon are the key players and, to be honest, cardamom is still expensive! So, how did this name come to be? It seems the cookie title is widely

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accepted as being a satirical name. Regardless of the name’s origin, for my Great-grandma Verna, they were a year-round Norwegian staple. She passed away at the age of nearly 109 years, so I am grateful for the day she introduced me to these golden fried bits of heaven. She never used cognac in hers, to my knowledge, but my 8-year-old self didn’t care.

Making fattigman does take some time and planning.

I recommend making the dough a day before. It needs to rest in the fridge to make rolling and frying successful. It is similar, in one sense, to making cut-out cookies in that you roll the dough out to 1/8” and will need to gently move the shapes to a pan — or in the case of fattigman, to the oil to fry. I used a fluted pastry cutter to make the shape by hand, but you can purchase a fattigman pastry cutter at any Scandinavian specialty store or online.

To cut the dough with a pastry cutter, first cut strips 11/4” wide, then cut across these to make a diamond shape.

It sounds harder than it is, trust me. Then make a slit in the middle of each diamond with a knife. Gently tuck two corners through the slit. Don’t worry if they don’t look perfect; I think that is the joy in making fattigman and it gives them their rustic, iconic shape.

Traditions are traditions for a reason, but if you’re looking to try something new this Christmas, fattigman is worth the effort. Start a new holiday food tradition this year. From now on, your family members will scope out the dessert tray for these heavenly fried little knots for years to come.

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I like to practice "mis en place," French for everything in its place. Ingredients are set out – ready, set, bake!

FAT T I G M A N INGREDIENTS:

I used my hand mixer but a stand mixer with a whisk or paddle attachment will work perfectly for this step.

6

egg yolks

6

Tbsp. sugar

½

cup heavy cream

2

Tbsp. cognac or brandy (I used a good quality whiskey I had on hand, and it worked great.)

2½

cups flour, approximately

1

tsp. ground cardamom

16

ounces lard or vegetable oil Cinnamon and powdered sugar for sprinkling

METHOD:

In a separate bowl whisk the cream to stiff peaks then gently fold it into the egg and sugar mixture.

Prepare the dough a day ahead. Whisk the egg yolks and sugar together until light, fluffy and pale yellow. Add the cognac or brandy, if using. Whip the heavy cream until firm and fold it into the egg/sugar mixture. Sift flour and cardamom together and mix until well incorporated. Have a little sprinkle of flour on reserve to mix in if the dough is too sticky the next day. When ready to shape and fry, heat the lard or vegetable oil in a large saucepan to 350 degrees.

Roll the dough out to 1/8” on a lightly floured surface.

Using a pastry cutter, cut the dough into strips 11/4” wide.

Cut across the strip to make diamond shapes. Place a small slit in the middle of each diamond. Gently tuck two corners through the slit to achieve a knot shape. Once lard or oil has read 350 degrees, drop in the fattigman, a few at a time. Don’t add too many that you lower the temperature of the oil. Fry until light brown, just a couple of short minutes.

Sprinkle the fattigman with a mixture of powdered sugar and cinnamon while still hot. If you are making them in advance, heat them in the oven just before serving and then sprinkle with sugar/cinnamon mixture.

Sift flour and cardamom together, which makes it easier to blend into the remaining dry ingredients.

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ingredients Frying is the easy part!

Have plenty of cooling racks and paper towels on hand to rid excess oil.

Mix thoroughly but avoid over working the dough. I usually mix half at a time by hand, but to speed things up, a stand or hand mixer works fine.

Roll dough into a rectangle. Cut into diamond shapes about 1 ¼ - inch wide by 3 ½ - inches long. If using a pastry cutter, cut strips first then cross diagonally. Cut a center slit in each strip.

Gently tuck two corners in the center slit. Don't worry, it is easier than it sounds. Work quickly so the dough stays cold.

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For a festive look, arrange the fattigman in a star-like pattern, then dust with the cinnamon and powdered sugar mixture. Begin your Norwegian fattigman tradition this year. God Yul!

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Christmas Markets around the world...

aving spent some time in Stockholm, I have never seen people embrace winter as heartedly as Scandinavians, especially during the holidays when Christmas markets open throughout the region and across Europe. Christmas markets are a delight, and it takes some real grit for both the vendors and attendees to bundle up and brave the cold. But after a few mugs of German warm mulled wine, “glühwein,” the chill fades and the shopping begins. The markets are bright and cheery, with rosy cheeks on the children as they gaze starry-eyed at all the potential gifts. Christmas markets are a festive shopping experience with sleigh rides, music, dancing, and skating rinks.

Then there is the food: the ever-present aroma of sausages grilling, fried potatoes lathered in melted farmers cheese plus so many sweets to choose from. One of my favorite savory dishes is the Swiss raclette, a wheel of gruyère cheese perched above a warm fire so as the cheese oozes and melts the attendant scrapes it off and slathers it across a chunk of warm bread or over freshly fried potatoes. A common thread throughout all the markets regardless of country is fried dough in various forms, sausages, and bratwurst - all with so many tempting toppings cleverly designed to not require plates - just lots of napkins.

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Nutmeg, ginger and allspice season the kjøttboller, pork and beef meatballs, popular at Christmas markets in Norway.

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Hungarian Langos, a fried bread topped with sour cream, garlic and shredded cheese is a staple at European Christmas markets.

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German schneeballen, market favorites, are deep-fried pastry filled with marzipan or hazelnuts, dipped in chocolate and dusted with powdered sugar.

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A fantastic combination of ingredients popular in Austria and Germany is “flammkuchen,” or flame-cake is a brilliant crisp flatbread topped with crème fraîche, onion, and bacon, then baked. Not to be outdone, Hungary offers up “Langos,” a fried bread similar to Navajo flatbread topped with sour cream, garlic, and lots of shredded cheese.

A must-eat Swiss Christmas market bread is the “chäsbängel.” It is a hollowed-out baguette filled with melted, gooey fondue cheese.

Fried potato pancakes topped with sauerkraut or apple sauce are a popular German treat.

The Christmas market in Oslo, Norway has “kjøttboller,” a pork and beef meatball seasoned with nutmeg, ginger and allspice served with cabbage or potatoes with lingonberry jam. Bergen, Norway boasts having the largest gingerbread village in the world, a miniature version of the charming city – over 2000 works. It’s quite remarkable, plus it smells delicious, but look, don’t nibble. Other sweet treats found at Christmas market are fancy marzipan creations such as the German “schneeballen,” a shortcrust pastry shaped into a ball and deep-fried filled with hazelnuts or marzipan, chocolate dipped and dusted with powdered sugar to represent a snowball. French “beignets,” or fritters are small squares deep-fried and sprinkled with powdered sugar and “poffertjes,” small puffy Dutch pancakes topped with butter and sugar – all popular holiday childhood treats.

The strongest concentration of Christmas markets throughout Europe is in Germany, Austria, Holland, Latvia, Estonia and Finland.

Sweden and Norway's Christmas markets are smaller, more intimate, but equally charming. They all take their markets seriously with awards given out for their overall displays which are listed in travel guides as holiday excursions.

Like the successful Farmers’ Market Downtown Fargo, with easy access, skating rink and stage at Broadway Square, it would be an ideal location to have our very own European-style outdoor Christmas market. Our weather in early to mid-November through early December would be perfect timing. There is something special about outdoor markets with the smells of roasting chestnuts, all the food aromas, and warming bonfires. Based on past experiences, merchants benefit greatly from these events with exposure to potential patrons who might never have crossed their thresholds.

With arts and crafts workshops, concerts, and carnival rides, it could be quite an event. We have so many talented craftsmen, artists, and merchants to show their wares, and the food could be wonderful.

Our diverse culture would allow us to have a plethora of cultures to draw from: Asian, West African, Hispanic, Caribbean, and of course Nordic. What a great opportunity for the FM community to come together at such a special time of the year drawing crowds from all over the region for a true outdoor Christmas Market.

Swiss raclette is a traditional favorite at Christmas markets in Switzerland.

Happy Holidays to all!

Note: Folkways brings the “Christkindlmarkt” to the Civic Center, Downtown Fargo each year. A popular event in November, you can enjoy an outdoor winter wonderland, a gift market, food, live music, art demonstrations, activities for kids and an indoor Bier Hall.

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Popular in both Germany and Austria at Christmas markets are flammkuchen.

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BY TERRI FERRAGUT

The holidays bring together many treasured moments: traditional homemade dishes, family all under one roof and a sweet medley of holiday scents.

A heavenly aroma of pine and cedar permeates the house from the Christmas tree and garland, and a poignant array of spices wafts from the endless bounty of baked holiday treats. The crowning glory is Christmas stovetop potpourri, which, in short, is a fragrant steaming pot of all the lovely sweet-smelling scents of the holidays. This year, gather up all your favorite spices and other natural ingredients to create an aromatic bouquet of warm Christmas memories your family will love.

Spices that nostalgically mark the holiday season, such as cinnamon sticks, ginger, cloves and nutmeg, become a wonderful medley of special memories held dear. Use the amazing scents that nature already has to offer. To your stovetop pot, add a citrus twist with lemon slices, cranberries

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elements Comfort and coziness are featured here with fragrant dried oranges and brass bells.

and orange slices. Rosemary sprigs offer up a pine-fir-type aroma and live evergreen branch tips from fir, cedar and pine create an unmistakable fresh, woodsy scent. Snip smaller fir branches so you can easily crush them a bit in your hands before putting them into your kettle or saucepan.

Added benefits from your holiday concoction are that it adds humidity to your home (great for you and your plants), plus its aromatherapy value fosters relaxation, uplifted mood, improved concentration and reduced anxiety. Adding essential oils, such as lavender, can help relax you. Adding eucalyptus oil can have a calming effect and blends perfectly with the pine tree scents. Peppermint oil is a great addition for this holiday season and can be refreshing and energizing. Rosemary and lemon oils can have a very cleansing and energetic effect. Whichever you choose, the great thing is that you can experiment and use different combinations of spices and oils at different times to find and enjoy your personal favorites.

Imagine coming home and inhaling the most comforting holiday fragrance in your home — and it’s all natural. Your blissful signature scent will linger long after the turkey is eaten and your guests are gone.

Enjoy the season!

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Timeless Design CHRISTMAS STOVETOP POTPOURRI for the Modern Home

Bring smiles to the faces of all your friends. Gift this special recipe and fragrant ingredients to fill their home with the scent of Christmas.

INGREDIENTS

OVEN-DRYING ORANGES

4

cups water

2

Tbsp. ground cinnamon

Here’s a simple method for oven-drying oranges, or other citrus fruits:

2

Tbsp. ground nutmeg

2

Tbsp. ground allspice

Preheat the oven to 250°F.

2

Tbsp. ground cloves

1

lemon, sliced

Using a sharp serrated knife, cut orange slices into ¼-inch slices

2

sprigs rosemary

1

orange, sliced

1

cup cranberries

Add all ingredients to a large pot.

Pour in 4 - 5 cups of water. Turn the heat to medium-low and bring the pot to a simmer. Turn down the heat as much as possible to maintain a small, gentle simmer. Heat 4 - 5 hours, uncovered, until the potpourri is no longer fragrant. Stir occasionally and add more water, if needed.

This is a great gifting idea! Fill your favorite potpourri in a cellophane gift bag or use jelly jars with your special recipe attached. You can package them up to five days in advance and store them in the fridge. Fresh oranges can be substituted with dried.

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Lay slices on paper towels, and blot dry with another paper towel

Line a large cookie sheet with parchment paper or use a baking sheet with a wire rack. Lay orange slices in a single layer on top of parchment paper or wire rack.

Bake for 2 hours, turning oranges over halfway through bake time.

Now bake in 15-minute increments until the orange slices are dry.

Let cool completely.

(Air dry for 24 hours.)

Stores well in a cool, dark place for up to two years in a plastic bag or air-tight jar.

HINT: Use for potpourri gift bags, drink garnish, cake decorations and seasonal wreaths or string them together for a colorful and fragrant holiday garland.

Delicious to eat, too – dip half in chocolate as a sweet treat!

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Ingredient options: Cardamom pods, star anise, apples, bay leaf, vanilla or almond extract, pumpkin pie spice, sage, oranges, grapefruit, lemons, fresh ginger, pine, vanilla beans, peppercorns, pinecones — and much more. Ground spices have a more concentrated fragrance, but fresh spices look pretty and smell wonderful. Think cinnamon sticks, anise stars, whole cloves, cardamom pods, etc.

A few combinations that work well together: • Pine/fir needle, orange and cinnamon • Apple, cinnamon, ginger and clove • Lemon, rosemary, cranberries and nutmeg • Orange, cinnamon, clove and vanilla (Use a combination of any or all of the above.)

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Sweet HOME HOME

BY TERRI FERRAGUT PHOTOGRAPHY BY KINSEY WALLACE

Home for the holidays takes on new meaning for Ashley Johnson and her family since their return back to Fargo from Oklahoma.

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All guests are greeted by this sunlit foyer, stately mirror and antique Italian settee, a family heirloom.

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The symbol of lit candles in all their windows at Christmas is a sign of “welcome” and inclusion, a sentiment that is very important to the entire Johnson family.

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T Another antique treasure from the past is this stunning hand-crafted violin embellished with intricate in-laid mother-of-pearl flowers.

Wellington, an adopted cat, is a beloved Johnson family member. He sits blissfully poised and oblivious to Inspired Home cameras. He joins the family’s other rescue cat, Fancy, a special needs cat. Big proponents of pet adoption, the Johnsons urge others to consider pet adoption.

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his homeowner lives life large, to the brim and full speed ahead – only stopping to refuel with her dainty demitasse cup of espresso in her hand. Meet Ashley Johnson.

Ashley Johnson, her husband Brett and children Aidry and Vita are no strangers to memories evoked from the five homes they have lived in through the years. The homes represent a sum total of life that allowed them new opportunities and vantage points that would forever follow them with fond memories.

Johnson adds,” We have built two new homes, one when we were first married in Fargo, and another in Edmond, Oklahoma where we had initially rented a 1,000 square foot bungalow. Truthfully, it left a lot to be desired. I reflect on this now with my husband, and we can honestly say that home really is where your family is also. That rental home felt just as special and cozy to us as any other.”

The family’s return home to Fargo in June of 2016 brought their fourth home purchase in North Fargo.

Living in the quaint rambler their family grew to add two new family members, their adopted cats, Wellington and Fancy. Happy and content, time marched on for the family. Johnson did not realize there would be a fifth and final home in her family’s future.

Living in their rambler, they now lived even closer to a New England slate blue 3 story colonial – the home of her childhood dreams. Johnson explains, “I had loved it ever since I was a little girl. I grew up just a couple of blocks from it and I would comment I wanted to live there one day. It reminded me of my uncle’s home in North Andover, Massachusetts where we visited. I have always loved the historic east coast, it’s warmth and architecture. I wondered what Christmas mornings would feel like with all that natural light flooding through windows. It exuded a palpable warm holiday feel year-round.”

Life went along as it tends to do until an unexpected phone call that changed the track of their lives forever.

While in Minneapolis for a sorority sisters’ girl’s weekend, Johnson’s cell phone rang early Saturday morning while still asleep. The voice on the other end was her husband’s.

His message was short and sweet, “It’s for sale.” “I knew instantly what he meant. I screamed. My friend Tiffany packed up her suitcase to head back to Fargo with me, while another girlfriend, a realtor there, started making calls to the listing broker. We drove straight from Minneapolis to Fargo for a private showing. My husband met me at the home and we made an offer on the spot.” In true form, Johnson wrote a letter to the home owners explaining her lifelong love of the

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While the men do the “heavy lifting,” in preparation for the holidays, Vita Johnson escapes the duty of decking the halls by relaxing with a favorite book. Decorating the family tree is a feel-good family Christmas event with nostalgia galore.

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The family room off the kitchen and dining room is an essential family gathering place for the family. Movie nights and fresh popcorn are moments spent together after busy daily schedules. Norwegian “Stressless” leather couch in Cognac from Scan Design, DT Fargo.

Intricate design in genuine silver and natural walnut wood offers a woodsy addition to the holiday expression in the family room.

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house hoping it would give them an edge on the competition. And the rest is the Johnson family’s fifth home history.

According to renderings found, the home was designed by History House Planners, Inc. to replicate the design of traditional colonial homes of the east coast and built in1983. The home’s exterior is a welcoming sight as you approach. A warm yellow door, double sash windows, tidy landscaping and mature trees all elicit comfort. Backyard charm is created with moss- covered footstones, and garden bench. A white picket fence surrounds the backyard with an arbor and trellis that lead to the Englishstyle garden, an anniversary gift created for the original home owner’s wife. “The previous owners get all the credit for that. It was just done so well,” adds Johnson.

Notably,” Johnson laughs, “the home is completely symmetrical, which works well with my Type A personality. She also loves the simplicity and design elements of the home. “I love to cook and entertain so I love that there is a formal dining room, and a separate breakfast nook. I also appreciate our tea room in the formal sitting room which receives lovely light in the morning.” Family is the most important thing to Johnson so she appreciates the ample space to host large groups. “There are multiple living and dining spaces for guests so it is completely manageable.” Dayto-day living is also efficient and comfortable for the family. The roof is pitched which allows for a third story finished attic space which they utilize as a guest room that sleeps four. Charming window seats and

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French doors that open to a multipurpose family room where our kids spend a large part of the day make it a great asset. She adds, “My husband works from home so he can have a quiet home office on the second floor, while our children have friends over – we are really able to spread out here.”

During the holidays the residence takes on a new charm.

Johnson explains, “I host every year and it is magical. The previous homeowners were gracious enough to leave us 32 candles that they had placed in every window sill at Christmas time. We now continue that Scandinavian tradition. A window sill candle is a sign of “welcome” dating back hundreds of years indicating that inside was food, shelter and warmth for any passersby that needed help. This symbol of warm welcome and inclusion is very special to me and my family. Our home is one of inclusivity and acceptance.

Leaving us those candles was a most lovely gesture.”

Johnson creates a warm holiday décor glow with lighting and soft neutral tones of golds, ivory and soft pinks. Fresh is a must – fresh flowers, spruce trees, plants, wreaths and candles. “I love our traditional tree with no trendy themes. Our big tree is a living time capsule. Growing up we had a traditional live tree with ornaments through the years and that was our family tradition that I wanted to continue in my own home. Our tree and home are filled with items passed down from grandparents, and great-grand parents.

Ornaments from family trips to Norway, New York City, Mexico and Chicago, are also present and Johnsons adds, “with hopefully more to come.” From Popsicle stick ornaments made in pre-school to ornaments from their wedding, all make an important yearly sentimental appearance.

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Family get togethers are an important event at the Johnson home and the more the merrier. With multiple rooms for people to gather, converse and enjoy a meal, entertaining is simplified.

The third story boasts of charm and warmth with its window seats and ample room for entertaining house guests overnight. This multi-purpose floor includes multiple sleeping quarters, game and TV room. Perfect for birthday party sleep-overs!

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Yes, full disclosure, this is my daughter’s home, which I find particularly warm and inviting. I may be a bit prejudiced but no matter the time or day, I’ll hear the words in a message on my cell phone, “Do you want to come over for a cup of espresso?”

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MOORHEAD, MAIN & 8TH STREET

THIRD DROP COFFEE + KITCHEN

BABB'S COFFEE HOUSE

MINT & BASIL

ALINA COLLECTIVE

THIRD DROP COFFEE + KITCHEN Welcome to Third Drop Coffee + Kitchen! With the same great owners and friendly baristas, the same delicious bakery and an even better lunch we’re excited to have you stop by! Breakfast pastries, lunch salads & sandwichesorder online for pick-up! Ask us about our awesome catering program!

115 4th St S Moorhead, MN 218.233.0900

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MINT & BASIL We are a curated apparel and home goods shop. Enter a world with a great design attitude in clothing and home. The atmosphere is relaxed, creatively captivating, and visually inspiring.

The gift recipients on your holiday list will thank you! “Make living an ART.” 714 Main Ave Fargo, ND 701478.4141 shopmintandbasil.com @mint_and_basil

BABB'S COFFEE HOUSE The best coffee in town! We are a coffee & food experience – the perfect to chill with friends or meet for business.

Serving coffee and tea drinks, homemade pastries, breakfast and lunch.

604 Main Ave Fargo, ND 701.271.0222 babbscoffeehouse.com

ALINA COLLECTIVE Alina Collective is a thoughtfully curated home and lifestyle boutique specializing in unique, artisan home goods, vintage rugs, sustainable clothing, jewelry, gifts & more. We value the "slow down" lifestyle and believe that the space you live in, and the things that surround yourself with should directly influence your life. At Alina, we hope you find something you love.

716 Main Ave Fargo, ND alinacollective.com Instagram @alinacollective hello@alinacollective.com

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VIOLET VINTAGE

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WILD TERRA

VIOLET VINTAGE We’re celebrating 11 years in DT Fargo!

We offer an amazing array of vintage clothing and accessories, dating from the 1920s through the 1970s, classic and trending 80s and 90s, a men’s department and vintage collectibles. Enjoy the season shopping in the old-world ambiance of the beautiful Historic Dakota Business College school building. Mention this ad and receive an 11% discount!

NICHOLE’S FINE PASTRY & CAFÉ It all started with the idea of a pastry shop 20 years ago serving handmade, carefully crafted desserts.

Today we continue to move forward, expanding our offerings and adding a more exciting savory side. Thank you for following, tasting and watching us grow with our community.

NOW OPEN – our 2nd location at BREWHALLA Market at Drekkers!

JAY’S SMOKIN’ BBQ Voted #1 Ribs in the Red River Valley three years in a row! Tender falloff-the-bone smoked pork and beef are the main events. Paired with our mac-and-cheese, signature baked beans and coleslaw, the flavors become legendary! Ask about our catering! You’re going to love us!

WILD TERRA A locally owned cider and wine bar, we are located in a beautifully renovated historical building in downtown Fargo. Since 2017 we have served the community with inviting space and a knowledgeable staff. Our house made ciders and wine has something for everyone – beer, kombucha and seasonal cocktails too! Enjoy our popular cheese and snack market. Bring your family for a fun and relaxing experience.

11 8th St S Fargo, ND 701.478.4525 @violet vintage

13 8th St S Fargo, ND 701.232.6430 nicholesfinepastry.com

1322 Main Ave Fargo, ND 701.478.1112 Jayssmokinbbqfm.com

6 12th St N Fargo, ND 701.405.3184 www.wildterra.co

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ROUGH CUT SOCIAL

PLAINS ART MUSEUM

BOTTLE BARN LIQUORS

PSYCHIC'S EYE

ROUGH CUT SOCIAL Offering axe-throwing experiences perfect for family, friends, or even teambuilding for corporate events. Train with the Axeperts and throw like a pro. Enjoy a variety of social games, drinks, and snacks to keep you satisfied during your visit. There’s plenty to love when you visit Rough Cut Social. Ask us about booking for private events.

1100 NP Ave, Suite 102 Fargo, ND 701.532.CHOP

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BOTTLE BARN LIQUORS Bottle Barn off Broadway offers a wide variety of beer, wine, liquor, snacks, and non-alcoholic beverages. We strive to curate both a familiar and unique selection for our customers downtown. Stop by this season for your favorite holiday beverage.

PLAINS ART MUSEUM The Store located inside Plains Art Museum offers unique, creative, and original items. Stop and shop for books, cards, creative and museum merchandise. Choose unique gifts from our creatively curated selection.

Proceeds from the store support museum programs. Free gallery admission.Hours: Monday-Sunday 11am - 5pm Thursday 11am - 9pm

PSYCHIC’S EYE Dedicated to helping clients gain peace of mind and clarity in life situations. With 25 years of experience, you’ll receive detailed, personalized information and guidance for your problems. Tarot card readings | Palmistry | Psychic readings | Love & relationships | Reuniting lost love | Career and finances | Family | Past lives | Dream analysis | Spiritual healing

618 2nd Avenue North Fargo, North Dakota 701.532.2255 Instagram: @bottlebarnfargo

704 1st Ave N Fargo, ND 701.551.6100 plainsart.org

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BROADWAY

BLOCK & PAYER PROVISIONS

GATHERINGS COLLECTIVE

MEZZALUNA

SCAN DESIGN

BLOCK & PAYER PROVISIONS Block & Payer Provisions is a local chefrun variety store in the heart of downtown Fargo selling specialty and local grocery products, bulk spices, home goods, artwork, books, and plants.

214 Roberts Alley Fargo, ND www.blockandpayer.com Instagram and Facebook @blockandpayer

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MEZZALUNA Mezzaluna, an acclaimed dining destination in North Dakota, showcases an array of regionally inspired dishes, innovative cocktails, and a carefully curated wine selection. Our establishment boasts a distinctive horseshoe bar and a sophisticated dining area, combining elegance with a comfortable ambience.

Our commitment to delivering sincere, welcoming hospitality remains unwavering.

309 Roberts St N Fargo, ND 701.364.947 dinemezzaluna.com

GATHERINGS COLLECTIVE We are your one-stop-shop for your holiday gifting. With locallymade cocktail mixes, home fragrances, and more, we have it all! Treat yourself to a collection of secondhand clothing and home goods, including ugly sweaters and holiday décor. Inquire about custom curated boxes!

12 Broadway, Fargo, ND 701.964.1742 gatheringscollective.com Facebook, Instagram, TikTok: @gatheringscollective shopgatherings@gmail.com

SCAN DESIGN The perfect holiday gift– natural fibers of Alpaca, Tibetan lamb’s wool, New Zealand long wool and Icelandic wool. Get comfy for the cold winter ahead with natural fibers.

Our focus is Scandinavian design, clean and modern. Locally owned/operated for nearly 20 years. TWO locations!

110 Broadway N Fargo, ND 701.365.0900 1803 S Washington St DT Grand Forks, ND 701.314.1568 scandesign.com

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BROADWAY

SALT HILL GALLERY

VELLA KIDS BOUTIQUE

BLACKBIRD WOODFIRE PIZZA

TEDDY'S EATERY & BACK ALLEY BAR

SALT HILL GALLERY Salt Hill Gallery offers art as adornment through unique jewelry crafted by skilled artistjewelers, small batch perfumes by independent fragrance houses, and other fine gifts and apparel.

Open: Tues-Sat Book a private showing or shop online at salthillgallery.com.

Block 9 Tower 211 Broadway N Fargo, ND IG: @SaltHillGallery salthillgallery.com

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BLACKBIRD WOODFIRE PIZZA Built on a pioneering spirit for creating, Blackbird Woodfire is a family business based upon a lifetime love for this region. Within Blackbird’s values lies a strong connection to Dakota-made products and ingredients, including 100% high-protein spring wheat. NOW OPEN! Our new satellite location at Brewhalla inside Drekker’s!

VELLA KIDS BOUTIQUE At Vella Kids Boutique, we personally curate our wide variety of products to bring fashionable, unique, and high-quality products to our customers. We have all the best clothing, shoes, toys and accessories for your littles. Stop in and see us for the perfect holiday outfit or gift.

TEDDY’S EATERY & BACK ALLEY BAR Located in the historic Loretta Building, Teddy's is a warm, inviting spot for a nice night out or a quick bite for lunch.

Locally sourced ingredients make for delicious homemade soups, salads, and sandwiches. For night owls we have opened our back bar on the weekends, come enjoy a signature cocktail or shot!

206 Broadway N Fargo, ND 701.478.1968 Blackbirdwoodfire.com

210 Broadway N, Suite 101 Fargo, ND 58102 www.vellakids.com 701.809.2145

212 Broadway N Fargo, ND 701.551.0777 teddys212.com

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KINDRED PEOPLE

ZANDBROZ VARIETY

STABO

FARGO PUBLIC LIBRARY

KINDRED PEOPLE Locally owned apparel + lifestyle shop, next to Sandy’s Donuts. We offer a personalized styling experience, high quality denim and trending jewelry, gifts and accessories. Find favorite brands like Free People, Pistola, Billabong, Z Supply and Steve Madden as well as small batch goods from creatives! Attend our holiday events this season, details on socials.

300 Broadway N, Fargo, ND 701.478.2012 IG: @kindredpeople shopkindredpeople.com Use code: INSPIRED15 for 15% OFF of your next in-store or online purchase. Expires JAN. 25, 2024.

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STABO Velkommen til Stabo! Enter the world of Scandinavia and its beauty as you view stunning glassware, candles, linens, sweaters and rosemaling. You’ll find something for everyone on your Christmas shopping list right here!

Owner Sue Rusch and her team will help you select the right Nordic gift for that special person for every occasion.

Shop in-store or shop and order online!

406 Broadway N Fargo, ND 701.282.0421 stabo-imports.com

ZANDBROZ VARIETY Let Zandbroz make your holidays bright with their thoughtfully curated selection of books, stationery, toys, art supplies, holiday décor, and gifts. Sparkling in-store displays, and magical window designs ensure a visit to Zandbroz is more than a trip to the store. Zandbroz, Fargo-Moorhead’s original independent bookstore and go-to spot for gifts, has been making shopping fun since 1991!

FARGO PUBLIC LIBRARY We’re more than books! We offer audiobooks, eBooks, board games, DVDs, CDs, and digital collections for you to experience. With three locations, we provide exciting educational and entertainment materials for all ages! Join us for events and activities for kids, teens, and adults. Check our calendar of events for upcoming programs. Hours based on location. We are fine free!

420 Broadway 701.239.4729 zandbroz.com

101 4th St N Fargo, ND 701.241.1472

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BREWHALLA

THE PLANT SUPPLY

COWS & CO CREAMERY

NICHOLE'S FINE PASTRY & CAFÉ

UNGLUED

THE PLANT SUPPLY If you are looking for unique, beautiful gifts, we've got you covered! Check out our selection of jewelry, candles, books, games, puzzles, stationary and of course plants and handmade plant accessories. Gift cards for those who enjoy the gift of a beautiful shopping experience! Open every day, 10am-8pm.

NICHOLE’S FINE PASTRY & CAFÉ It all started with the idea of a pastry shop 20 years ago serving handmade, carefully crafted desserts.

Today we continue to move forward, expanding our offerings and adding a more exciting savory side. Thank you for following, tasting and watching us grow with our community.

NOW OPEN – our 2nd location at BREWHALLA Market at Drekkers!

1702 1st Ave N Fargo, ND 701.404.7405 theplantsupply.com

13 8th St S, Fargo, ND 701.232.6430 nicholesfinepastry.com

COWS & CO CREAMERY IN BREWHALLA Cows and Co Creamery is a familyowned creamery in rural Carrington ND. We make artisan cheese and gelato right on our farmstead with milk sourced at our dairy farm. Check out our scoop shop in the Brewhalla market for cups, cones or pints to take home with your cheese. Find us at Brewhalla, on our farmstead, or check out our website cowsandcocreamery.com for more information!

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Nichole’s Brewhalla Market 1702 1st Ave N, Fargo, ND

1702 1st Ave N, Brewhalla Fargo, ND 701.650.015 cowsandcreamery.com Carrington, ND 701.650.0153

UNGLUED - INSIDE BREWHALLA! Be Creative. Get Inspired. We area a modern handmade gift shop connected to over 200 local and regional makers. We host crazy awesome events to inspire creativity from epic adult summer camps and craft retreats to kid’s downtown camp.

We are like Etsy in real life! NEW LOCATION, Brewhalla Market!

1702 1st Ave N Fargo, ND 701.205.1597 ungluedmarket.com

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YEOBO SWEETS YEOBO SWEETS INSIDE UNGLUED, BREWHALLA Make sweet memories for those you love this holiday! (Don’t forget yourself.) With over 60 unique gummy candies for you to pick and choose from, you’ll also find lollipops, giant jawbreakers and so much more! It’s a fun shopping experience for you and a gift that will truly be appreciated! Conveniently inside Unglued, Brewhalla!

1702 1st Ave N Fargo, ND 701.388.1130 yeobo.co

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BLACKBIRD WOODFIRE BLACKBIRD WOODFIRE Built on a pioneering spirit for creating, Blackbird Woodfire is a family business based upon a lifetime love for this region. Within Blackbird’s values lies a strong connection to Dakota-made products and ingredients, including 100% high-protein spring wheat.

NOW OPEN! New satellite location at Brewhalla Market.

206 Broadway N, Fargo, ND 701.478.1968 Blackbirdwoodfire.com Blackbird Woodfire Brewhalla 1702 1st Avenue N, Fargo, ND

Daou Cabernet Sauvignon

For California Cabernets, Napa is known to be king.

Paso Robles in my opinion, without a doubt is queen, and this wine is a perfect example. Daou is a family business, founded by two Lebanese immigrant brothers on pursuit of the American Dream. Starting out strong with notes of cherry, plum, and tart raspberries, this wine is incredibly smooth, with a long-structured finish. Whether it is served to guests or given as a gift, it is a perfect choice for all your Cabernet lovers this holiday season.

Hallmark Channel Sparkle

Whether you are looking to bring a little “sparkle” to your holiday parties, or looking to sip something delicious cuddled on your couch watching the classic Hallmark Channel holiday lineup, this wine is for you. Juicy with notes of peach, nectarine and golden apple, this bubbly is approachable, yet serious.

This wine is made from 100% French Chardonnay grapes. I have been incredibly pleased with Hallmark Channel wines, and if bubbly isn’t your style, they make a delicious Joy (Sauvignon Blanc), and Jingle (Cabernet Sauvignon) as well.

Happy Holidays!

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