Treat Yo' Self In The Twin Cities | The Odyssey Online
Start writing a post
Lifestyle

Treat Yo' Self In The Twin Cities

Sometimes you just gotta treat yourself.

59
Treat Yo' Self In The Twin Cities
Parks and Recreation Wiki

We've all had those days. Maybe you got into a fight with your parent or you had a rough day at work. Either way, we all know what it's like to have bad days. And, on those days, it can feel like we are only born to suffer.

Sometimes, however, these days can be remedied. Sometimes, all we need to feel better is a little self care (if you don't know what this means, or how to do it, I wrote my first article on this - and yeah, there's typos, I'm only human). Sometimes, you gotta treat yourself, and in this case, literally.

If you are someone who eats delicious, sugary sweets, I might have the perfect list for you to satisfy your desire to treat yourself to something edible and unhealthy. This week, I want to recommend some of my favorite places in the Twin Cities for your daily dose of desserts. Here are my favorites in no particular order:

Rita's Italian Ice

This place has become one of my favorite places to visit this summer. They have Italian ice (of course) and frozen custard which can be ordered separately or put together to create the world's most glorious mix of creaminess and ice. One bite and you'll be licking your cup clean. Seriously, this place is a game changer.

Nothing Bundt Cakes

Okay, so, whenever I walk into this store, I always think of this scene from My Big Fat Greek Wedding:

Anyway, all jokes aside, this place is so rad. You know how sometimes you just want cake but cannot eat an entire by yourself? (CHALLENGE ACCEPTED.) Well, this place is perfect for buying miniature cakes that you can hide in your room and binge on without feeling too guilty. Seriously, though, they have multiple sizes of bundt cake, ranging from cupcake sizes to full size cakes. The flavor selection is so good, as they have fresh flavors like lemon and classic ones like red velvet. BONUS: these cakes are the perfect texture- soft and not too dry!

Nadia Cakes

If you like to watch the Food Network, you might recognize these cupcakes as having won Cupcake Wars a few years ago. Fun fact: these cupcakes definitely deserved to win. Along with your typical cupcake varieties, there are new flavors every day of the month. Every time I go, there is always something new to try.

Izzy's Ice Cream

There's no going wrong with delicious ice cream and sorbet and Izzy's has been named one of the best in the Twin Cities. They have an option for adding a tiny scoop of ice cream on whatever you order called an "izzy scoop". Seriously, what are you waiting for?

Sebastian Joe's Ice Cream Cafe

This is another cool ice cream joint in the city I love. The atmosphere is friendly and reminds me that Minnesota is my home, as the interior walls are lined with news clippings from local papers and local art.

Honey & Mackie's

I just discovered this hidden gem. This place is a family-owned store that carries ice cream AND french fries. Yeah, you read that right. I've only had the pleasure of enjoying their ice cream, but even that is enough for me to want to return. Their monthly special for August is mini donut. If you go, try the "Golden" ice cream. It is, well, golden.

YoYo Donuts & Coffee Bar

If you dig donuts, YoYo Donuts is calling your name. This place is so cool. They also sell ice cream, but the donuts are the main attraction, and for good reason. I had their s'mores donut and I don't think I've ever had a chocolate-marshmallow treat that delicious before. Run, don't walk there.

Glam Doll Donuts

Mix together a 50's diner and a cafe and you get the Glam Doll aesthetic. If you want your donuts as glamorous as you are, look no further. This is such a cool place to spend your time and money.

On days where nothing seems to go right and you can't seem to win, a little treat might be what is needed to make you feel better in a moment. Although a sugary sweet is not going to solve your problems, sometimes it's enough to reward yourself for surviving a tough day. Sometimes, it is just what you need. Sometimes, you can have your cake and eat it too.


Report this Content
This article has not been reviewed by Odyssey HQ and solely reflects the ideas and opinions of the creator.
Entertainment

Every Girl Needs To Listen To 'She Used To Be Mine' By Sara Bareilles

These powerful lyrics remind us how much good is inside each of us and that sometimes we are too blinded by our imperfections to see the other side of the coin, to see all of that good.

131365
Every Girl Needs To Listen To 'She Used To Be Mine' By Sara Bareilles

The song was sent to me late in the middle of the night. I was still awake enough to plug in my headphones and listen to it immediately. I always did this when my best friend sent me songs, never wasting a moment. She had sent a message with this one too, telling me it reminded her so much of both of us and what we have each been through in the past couple of months.

Keep Reading...Show less
Zodiac wheel with signs and symbols surrounding a central sun against a starry sky.

What's your sign? It's one of the first questions some of us are asked when approached by someone in a bar, at a party or even when having lunch with some of our friends. Astrology, for centuries, has been one of the largest phenomenons out there. There's a reason why many magazines and newspapers have a horoscope page, and there's also a reason why almost every bookstore or library has a section dedicated completely to astrology. Many of us could just be curious about why some of us act differently than others and whom we will get along with best, and others may just want to see if their sign does, in fact, match their personality.

Keep Reading...Show less
Entertainment

20 Song Lyrics To Put A Spring Into Your Instagram Captions

"On an island in the sun, We'll be playing and having fun"

30286
Person in front of neon musical instruments; glowing red and white lights.
Photo by Spencer Imbrock on Unsplash

Whenever I post a picture to Instagram, it takes me so long to come up with a caption. I want to be funny, clever, cute and direct all at the same time. It can be frustrating! So I just look for some online. I really like to find a song lyric that goes with my picture, I just feel like it gives the picture a certain vibe.

Here's a list of song lyrics that can go with any picture you want to post!

Keep Reading...Show less
Chalk drawing of scales weighing "good" and "bad" on a blackboard.
WP content

Being a good person does not depend on your religion or status in life, your race or skin color, political views or culture. It depends on how good you treat others.

We are all born to do something great. Whether that be to grow up and become a doctor and save the lives of thousands of people, run a marathon, win the Noble Peace Prize, or be the greatest mother or father for your own future children one day. Regardless, we are all born with a purpose. But in between birth and death lies a path that life paves for us; a path that we must fill with something that gives our lives meaning.

Keep Reading...Show less
Health and Wellness

10 Hygiene Tips For All College Athletes

College athletes, it's time we talk about sports hygiene.

27852
Woman doing pull-ups on bars with sun shining behind her.

I got a request to talk about college athletes hygiene so here it is.

College athletes, I get it, you are busy! From class, to morning workouts, to study table, to practice, and more. But that does not excuse the fact that your hygiene comes first! Here are some tips when it comes to taking care of your self.

Keep Reading...Show less

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Facebook Comments