Today is National Doughnut Day! There’s a holiday for everything, but come on, who doesn’t love doughnuts?!? And, while we’ve got nothing against Dunkin’, we really enjoy visiting local shops, which serve up everything from classic cake doughnuts to maple-bacon-flavored long…
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Where to Order Family Meals for Pickup or Delivery in the Des Moines Area
Quick trips to the grocery store just aren’t happening for most families right now. And, when you do manage to get to the store it can take a lot of planning. (God forbid if you forget something!) Area restaurants are…
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5 Cafés & Diners Where You Can Start Your Morning in Des Moines
Updated April 15, 2019 It’s been a long week, you’ve struggled with some colds (why is the cold season so late this year?) and busy schedules, and it’s finally Saturday morning. You just want to sleep in. I hear ya!…
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10 Tips 4 Eating out with Young Kids in Des Moines
Dining out with kids doesn’t have to be stressful. Going out to dinner at a sit down restaurant can be a fun family outing. Before heading out to a local restaurant, consider your family and child and try to choose…
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Apple & Pumpkin Treats in Des Moines
Updated for 2023 The leaves on the trees are starting to show their fall colors, and area restaurants are also displaying their fall flavors. To get your fill of the ubiquitous apple and pumpkin fall concoctions, hurry to enjoy one…
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Des Moines Restaurant Week: An Opportunity 4 Family Dining
Once a year, Des Moines Restaurant Week offers diners a serious deal: one three-course dinner or two lunches for $25. You’ve likely waited for date night to enjoy such a leisurely meal, but if you tack on the cost of…
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Top Spots 4 Family Friendly Outdoor Dining in Des Moines
It’s summer in Des Moines and there is a restaurant patio seat with your name on it! Head out when the sun is shining and dine alfresco with the kids. We gathered the top spots for family friendly outdoor dining in…
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5 Simple Farmers’ Market Dishes 4 Kids
One of the benefits of going to the farmers’ market with kids is connecting them to the food they eat. It also might peek their interest and get them to eat more fruits and veggies. Especially if they were allowed…
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Celebrate Cinco de Mayo at a Local Mexican Restaurant in Des Moines
Bust out your sombreros because it’s Cinco de Mayo! Lucky for us, Des Moines has muchas delicioso Mexican restaurants that are kid friendly and serve margaritas and cervezas, so everyone is sure to enjoy themselves while celebrating. So grab a…
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Brunch Bunch: Our Favorite Family Brunch Spots in Des Moines
Spring time always makes us want to head out for a great brunch. Between Easter, Mother’s Day, Father’s Day and the warmer weather, it’s one of our favorite meals to eat out. Bonus, many of the more upscale restaurants in…
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Irish Restaurants in Des Moines
Updated for 2024. Everyone’s Irish on St. Patrick’s Day. Live music, great food, green beer and lots of fun are what’s on tap at many local restaurants. There’s no reason that kids and families can’t join in the revelry too. …
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5 Faves 4 Family-Friendly Dining in Des Moines
I know kids love McDonalds and Red Robin, but Des Moines has loads of fun and cool local spots that they will love just as much. At our house, Mama doesn’t cook on Saturday nights. Everyone needs a night off…
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