Best Donut Shops in Lakeville, MN
When you want a sweet start to the day, a donut fits the bill perfectly. No matter what kind you like, there is something for everyone at the donut shops around Lakeville, Minnesota. Here are six donut shops around Lakeville sure to satisfy your sweet tooth. 
Sweet Kneads by Farmington Bakery
A 10-minute drive will get you to Sweet Kneads by Farmington Bakery on Oak Street. A true “mom and pop” bakery, Sweet Kneads is one of the oldest bakeries in the United States. All of the baked goods at Sweet Kneads are guaranteed to be fresh and high quality. Donuts include a wide variety of French and cake donuts. Sweet Kneads also offers several pastries including muffins, danishes, bear claws, and caramel rolls. Read the rest of this entry »
2020 Kia Soul in Lakeville, MN
Built to stand out, the new Soul is a one of a kind vehicle. From the flashy design to the powerful yet fuel-saving engine, there are plenty of things to love about this hatchback car. Keep reading to find out everything you need to know about the 2020 Kia Soul. 
Eye-Catching Exterior Design
The 2020 Soul has maintained the look you have come to expect and some seriously eye-catching appeal. You will find features such as 16-inch steel wheels with covers, privacy glass with heated rear glass, and multi-focus reflector lights. You will also see the iconic square body style and a large grille that the Soul has become known for. The GT-Line Turbo will come with 18-inch alloy wheels, chrome-tipped center exhaust, and power sunroof with a manual sunshade to let the light in. Read the rest of this entry »
Lakeville-Safe Driving in Fall Weather
As the fall season approaches, driving conditions will change as well. When you get ready to hit the road, you need to prepare for some unique seasonal hazards. Keep these important driving tips in mind so you can stay safe when you’re driving this fall.
Leaves on the Road
The colorful leaves look beautiful on the trees, but then they begin to fall and cause problems on the road. Leaves can hide damaging potholes or cover the lane markings. If you’re driving on an unfamiliar road covered with leaves, be sure you take your time. When leaves get wet, they can become very slippery and cause issues with braking and accelerating. To stay safe, drive over wet leaves exactly like you would drive over ice — keep your speed down and brake slowly. Read the rest of this entry »
Best Places to Take Kids in Minnesota, MN
The kids are out of school and you’re looking to get them out of the house. Looking for some places in Minnesota you can all enjoy? Here are some possibilities:
Amusement Parks
The state has no dearth of entertainment centers suited for children. At the top of the list has to be the indoor amusement park at the center of the Mall of America in Bloomington. Nickelodeon
The universe, aimed at younger children, features rides based on the TV network’s characters. There’s also the Lego Imagination Center, a mirror maze, and an aquarium. And of course, for the adults, there are all those shops surrounding the park.
In Shakopee is Valleyfair, with both thrill rides and kids amusements, and a water park. At Wild Mountain in Taylors Falls, you can jump from a raised platform onto a giant inflated pillow, ride up the mountain on a chair lift, ride down the mountain on an alpine slide, or enjoy the waterslide and other activities at the water park. Casey’s Amusement Park in Alexandria features miniature golf, go-karts, bumper boats, and batting cages. Read the rest of this entry »
Best BBQ in Lakeville, MN
The state of Minnesota is known for its many lakes, picturesque scenery, and a wide range of cuisine offerings. One of the staples of the area that locals and visitors alike enjoy for their meal out is barbecue. Whether you consider yourself a barbecue connoisseur, or just like to enjoy some slow-cooked meats slathered in tangy barbecue sauce, you can find something to please your palate in and around the Lakeville area. 
Baker’s Ribs
Located in nearby Eden Prairie, Baker’s Ribs is a must-stop for those looking for a traditional barbecue with all of the fixings. They offer a wide range of meats, including spicy pork, little pig, turkey, hot sausage, and chopped beef. The restaurant was founded in 1988 and designed to bring traditional Dallas, Texas, barbecue to the Minnesota area.
They pride themselves on quality and slow-cook their meats over hickory wood to infuse the flavor. They also offer some of your favorite traditional sides, such as marinated tomatoes, potato salad, baked beans, fried okra, and a wide range of potatoes. Don’t forget to finish off your meal with one of their delicious homemade pies. Read the rest of this entry »
Best Bakeries in Lakeville, MN
Whether you enjoy freshly baked bread, gourmet flavored cupcakes, or donuts and danish, bakeries can be the perfect place to indulge your tastebuds. If you live in the Lakeville, Minnesota area, or find yourself regularly passing through there are plenty of bakeries where you can satisfy your cravings.
Sweet Treasures Cakes
Sweet Treasures Cakes is a bakery dedicated to bringing fresh American baked goods with a gourmet European flavor. They offer a wide range of bakery options, including breakfast muffins, cake pops, brownies, cookies, cupcakes, and cakes. They also have a gluten-free menu for patrons with food sensitivities. Read the rest of this entry »
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Spend some time outside enjoying the summer sun at a park this season in Lakeville, Minnesota. Bring your partner, the kids, or get out on your own for some you time. Whether your idea of time outside is relaxing on a sandy beach, walking through beautiful gardens, or showing your friends how great you are at volleyball, you’ll find a park in Lakeville that’s perfect for your day plans. Here are some of the best parks to visit in the area, designed for a wide range of ages and activity levels.
- Minnehaha Regional Park
Join the more than 850,000 annual visitors and experience Minneapolis’ oldest park at Minnehaha Regional Park. Rent a bike or bring your own so you can explore the park via the bike trails with your kids, your partner, or solo. Families with young children will love the playground and tot area. The park covers more than 160 acres and features a huge 53-foot waterfall, so be sure to bring your camera.
You can take a leisurely stroll through the lush gardens and stop in the picnic area for lunch, then beat the summer heat by cooling off in the wading pool. If you’re feeling competitive, gather a group of friends or challenge your partner to a friendly game of disc golf or volleyball. Read the rest of this entry »
Top 3 Reasons to Buy the 2019 Sedona
The 2019 Kia Sedona is the best thing to happen to the minivan class in years. A minivan should be as fun to drive as it is useful, and the new Sedona has the best of both.
There are plenty of reasons to buy the 2019 Kia Sedona, but these three, in particular, are our favorites. 
- Unparalleled Space
A minivan should focus on space, which the Sedona has in spades. It seats seven or eight, depending on which trim level you choose. Its three rows of seating are designed to keep you and the whole family as comfortable as you can be on during your adventures. If you opt for the seven-seater Sedona, upgrade to the second-row luxury captain’s chairs to treat your passengers to a first-class experience. Add in the available air-cooled front seats to keep the entire crew comfortable and ready for your travels.
If you need more room for cargo, the 60/40-split folding third row folds into the floor to create a great amount of packing room. If you need, even more, the available second-row Slide-n-Stow seats let you configure your cabin to make it the best one for every trip and passenger-to-cargo ratio.
- Sedan-Level Style
The Sedona’s lineup of trim levels lets you pick one that has everything you want for your travels. There are seven trims total, each adding onto the features of the one before it, and each better than the last. Regardless of whether you choose the top-of-the-line SXL+ or the humble, yet impressive Sedona L, you can expect a minivan that’s both comfortable and equipped.
Make your Sedona truly yours with the great options available to it. Choose between the four handsome interior upholstery colors to give your Sedona an atmosphere that pleases you. Give your Sedona a personality that matches yours with one of the six exterior paint colors available to it. From there, choose from any of the optional features to make the Sedona the perfect minivan for your family.
- Safety First
The 2019 Kia Sedona comes with safety features that don’t just simply react to accidents — they help avoid them entirely. The driver-assisting technologies that come with the Sedona are designed to keep you more aware of what’s happening on the road around you.
The advanced smart cruise control system lets the Sedona accelerate back up to a preset speed and slow down if it senses the car ahead doing the same. The forward collision-avoidance assist feature alerts you of potential collisions and brakes for you if you haven’t done so in time. The lane departure warning helps you stay on the straight and narrow. These features and the many other safety technologies the Sedona employs are just a few of the ways Kia focuses on keeping you and your family as safe as possible.
When you’re ready to explore the 2019 Kia Sedona for yourself, give us a visit at Jeff Belzer’s Kia Lakeville. We would love to show you why Sedona is one of the best minivans on the market.
Best Spas Around Lakeville
After long hours, day in and day out, it’s important that you remember to treat yourself for your hard work. If you’re looking for a spa or salon in the area, you’ll be pleased to find that there are plenty of options. The difficult part is choosing where to go.
Whether you’re looking for beautification services or supremely relaxing massages, there are quite a few first-class salons and spas to choose from. Here are some of our favorite picks for the best spas around Lakeville, Minn.
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Body & Sol
If you’re looking for one of the best full-spa experiences the area can offer, visit Body & Sol Salon and Spa. One of this studio’s top specialties is their hair services. Whether you’re trying to prepare for a special event or just give new life to your locks, a session with Body & Sol is game-changing. After your hair appointment, relax with one of their top-rated massages, such as the natural stone therapy and Chakra balancing massage. Body treatments, facials, makeup, nails — Body & Sol has it all. Read the rest of this entry »
Best Buffet Offerings in Lakeville
There are plenty of restaurants in Lakeville, but nothing quite hits the spot like a good buffet. Luckily, there are plenty in the area that let you get your buffet fix. Breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner — whichever you’re looking for, Lakeville has you covered.
Here are a few of the best buffet offerings you can find in the Lakeville, Minn. area.
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Chart House Restaurant
If you’re looking for a fantastic brunch buffet, make sure you visit Chart House Restaurant on Sundays starting at 10 a.m. At this award-winning brunch, you’ll start off with all-you-can-drink champagne and assorted juices before moving onto the great dishes. Stop at the carving and omelet station for a plate of Belgian waffles, prime rib, and made-to-order omelets. If you want something lighter, head over to the salad bar. If not, their array of breakfast items and hearty meat entrees are sure to impress.
Chart House Restaurant is the perfect way to finish off the week. Their Sunday buffet is a local favorite, and after one visit, you’ll see why.
Pizza Ranch
How does all the pizza you can get sound? Pizza Ranch offers a pizza buffet that is sure to please the entire family any day of the week. Peruse their selection of single-topping pizzas and specialty creations to find your favorite and dig in. If you’re looking for something new, you’ll find it here. Be sure to try some of their signature pizzas, such as the buffalo chicken, macaroni and cheese, taco, and more. Top it all off with a slice of their dessert pizza, and you’ll be good to go.
If you’re looking for an affordable buffet to take the whole crew to, Pizza Ranch is a great spot for you.
Old Country Buffet
If you want a hearty American dinner, but don’t have the time to put into the kitchen, try Old Country Buffett. Their emphasis on comfort food makes them one of the most popular buffets in the area. Choose one of their delicious entrees, including fresh-made mac and cheese, fried or baked fish, and hand-breaded chicken. Make it a full dinner with one of their sides, which include mashed potatoes, soups, and cornbread dressing.
Make sure you save room for cake or pie. Or cake and pie.
HyVee Market Grill
Whether you’re looking for a great breakfast, brunch, or dinner buffet, HyVee Market Grill is a great choice. You have access to a great array of foods to try, from American classics to Asian specialties. Start off at their salad menu, work your way over to the great selection of entrees, and finish the experience with one of the desserts on their menu, which is included with your meal. Perfect for a date night and family dinner alike, HyVee’s creations are top-notch.
These are just a few of our favorite spots in town to stop and get a filling buffet-style meal. If you have a restaurant you like to go to that’s not on this list, let us know. We’re always looking for something new and tasty.
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