Who better than the readers of The Growler to nominate and vote for the finest of the finest in Minnesota beer, spirits, food, arts, and culture? We had a tidal wave of votes to determine the winners of the 2019 Kind-of-a-Big-Deal Readers’ Choice Awards, and we’re proud to share the results with you. These are … [ Read more]
Artist Profile: The clean, striking designs of Matt Erickson
December 3, 2018 by
Matt Erickson has mastered the basic rule of K.I.S.S.: Keep It Simple Stupid. At just 27 years old, the graphic designer and artist has honed a refreshingly sparse style—one that can be seen everywhere from labels on Jack Daniels bottles to bags of Caribou Coffee to the mural inside the Uptown Minneapolis Target store. Erickson’s … [ Read more]
Vote for the 2017 Kind-of-a-Big-Deal Awards
November 1, 2017 by Leave a Comment
Each year we ask you, The Growler readers, to tell us who you think is the best of the best in the realms of food, drink, and culture in Minnesota. You have once again answered the call, submitting your nominations and then casting your final ballots for this year’s Kind-of-a-Big-Deal Readers’ Choice Awards. The voting … [ Read more]
2016 Kind-Of-A-Big-Deal Readers’ Choice Award Winners
November 29, 2016 by Leave a Comment
Drumroll, please, for it’s time to announce the results of The Growler’s Kind-of-a-Big-Deal Readers’ Choice Awards. These are the restaurants driving a delectable food revolution throughout the state. The beers we happily raise our glasses for. The parks we escape to and explore. The music innovators and venues that make us dance, and the well-crafted … [ Read more]
2015 Kind-of-a-Big-Deal Readers’ Choice Award Winners
December 1, 2015 by Leave a Comment
What do we mean by Kind-Of-A-Big-Deal? We mean the innovators. The tastemakers. The chefs and restaurants driving a food revolution in Minnesota. The beers we’ll camp out overnight to get our hands on. The paths we wake up early to bike and the parks we take off work to explore. The albums that make us … [ Read more]
Nominations open for 2015 Kind-Of-A-Big-Deal Awards
September 17, 2015 by Leave a Comment
It’s that time of year again when you, the reader, get to nominate the best of the best in The Growler’s annual Kind-of-a-Big-Deal Awards. This year’s awards have been expanded to include categories spanning not just beer, but spirits, restaurants, chefs, and more.
2013 Kind-of-a-Big-Deal Readers’ Choice Award Winners
December 6, 2013 by 1 Comment
We know you have been eagerly awaiting the results of our Kind-Of-A-Big-Deal poll. We collected thousands of votes online in October and November and are excited to share the winners with you. Minnesota’s growing craft beer scene would not be possible without the work of these brands and individuals, as well as your appreciation and support. Thank … [ Read more]
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Kind-of-a-Big-Deal Readers’ Choice Award Winners 2012
December 4, 2012 by 2 Comments
We know you have been eagerly awaiting the results of our Kind-Of-A-Big-Deal poll. We collected thousands of votes online in October and November and are excited to share the winners with you. Minnesota’s growing craft beer scene would not be possible without the work of these brands and individuals, as well as your appreciation and … [ Read more]
