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We spend a lot of time searching for new and interesting cheeses that can’t be found at any other cheese counter in the area. Some are innovative approaches to cheese making, some are old world cheeses rarely imported to America, and some are a... Read More

April Snow Showers bring what, exactly? When people think Minnesota, seasonal changes often come to mind. Some clever person correctly identified our four seasons as: Almost Winter, Winter, Still Winter, Road Construction. So here we are smack in the middle of Still Winter with... Read More

Spring is a fickle time of year in our great state. We survived both winter and the Super Bowl, and now bets are on as to the rate of rising temps. Optimists among us have already broken out flip-flops and loaded bags filled with... Read More

2018 hasn’t been around for very long, but it has already seemed like a very busy year! The spotlight on the Twin Cities has gone dark, the holiday season has ended, and the doldrums of winter are upon us. Now that we all have... Read More

The last time Minnesota hosted the Super Bowl—January 26, 1992—the Twins had only months earlier won the World Series, “Wayne’s World” was throwing a party in theaters, Lunchables and locally owned Totino’s Pizza Rolls were popular snacks, and there was the infamous Zima clear... Read More

If you are like most people, you will be drinking bubbly. In a sea of sparkling, the song’s question should actually be asking: What bottle are you popping for New Year’s…? Here’s a quick primer for those of you who may find your eyes... Read More

It’s such a great time of year, especially when you have a handle on the season. Entertaining, gifting, gathering: It can seem overwhelming at times, so I like to break things down into smaller packages of time. Working at Surdyk’s, I am surrounded by wonderful, delicious things to eat and drink, so I typically do my Christmas shopping right here... Read More

Wood, Wood, everywhere – in every drop we drink. It’s no surprise to anyone that wood, or oak to be exact, plays an important role in the wine world. Oak barrels can be used in either or both the fermentation and aging process and... Read More

Thanksgiving means it’s time to give thanks for all that you have, make a big meal, and gather with family and friends, maybe open that great bottle of wine you’ve been saving, while the days leading up to Thanksgiving mark the annual onset of... Read More

Fall is a time for giving thanks. I would like to take this opportunity to share that the Surdyk’s staff and I are thankful for your loyal patronage and continued trust through our journey around the world. We continue to expand our selection of... Read More