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Fall is almost here, the kids are back to school, and Sourdough September is upon us. Oh, you weren't aware of this month-long celebration of all things sourdough? Well, it's not too late to join in the delicious festivities.

But what if you're new to the area and don't know where things are yet? Any agent can find Minneapolis homes for sale, but can they tell you where the best bakeries are in the area of your new home? Likewise, there are a plethora of Saint Paul homes for sale, but once you move in, do you know where to go to enjoy fresh, hot sourdough bread nearby? We're here to help. Here's a list of our favorite places for sourdough in the Twin Cities.

• Aki's Bread Haus - 2506 Central Ave. NE, Minneapolis, MN 55418
  Hailing from Germany, Aki's Bread Haus serves fresh, hot loaves, rolls, pretzels, and more. One of their specialties is bauernbrot, a dark, German sourdough bread made with rye and wheat flours. Their location is temporarily closed, but you can still find them at various farmer's markets in the area.

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Playing disc golf is such a nice way to enjoy the outdoors. You can take your time moving from basket to basket, admiring the scenery on the way. Even if you have little to no disc throwing experience, it's an approachable sport, and the disc golf community is really welcoming. If you're looking at Minneapolis homes for sale or Saint Paul homes for sale, here are some disc golf courses to visit in the area.

• Highland Park Disc Golf Course: 1200 Montreal Ave., Saint Paul, MN 55116
  The Highland Park Disc Golf Course is a full, 18-hole course. Some baskets are out in the open, and others are set in more challenging, wooded terrain. The course is best classified as an intermediate course, but beginners can certainly have fun with it, too.
  
  This course is open to the public, and there is no charge to play. Highland Park has a lot to offer, so after your disc golf game, you can play horseshoes, enjoy a picnic under a shelter, let your kids explore the playgrounds, or walk the hiking trails.

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We are so excited to share the news that Counselor Realty, Inc. has been awarded the Bronze for Minnesota's Best Real Estate Company! It is an honor to be selected! Minnesota's Best had over 5,700 businesses, organizations, and individuals competing to be named to the top three spots in 300+ categories. We thank you for your vote of confidence and are so proud to take home the Bronze!

When you're busy exploring Minneapolis homes for sale all day, it's normal to feel an afternoon slump. A tasty cup of iced coffee can give you the refreshing pick-me-up your need to keep moving forward on your house-hunting mission.

Luckily, there are many great local coffee shops where you can get a perfect cup of iced java. Our real estate agents often frequent them when they've had a long day of showing Minneapolis and St. Paul homes for sale. Here are a few of their favorites. 

• Quixotic Coffee: 769 Cleveland Ave. S, St. Paul, MN 55116
  Located in the trendy Highland Park neighborhood of St. Paul, Quixotic Coffee offers up a selection of amazing cold brew specialty drinks. If you're ready to take your iced coffee habit to the next level, you'll definitely want to pay them a visit.

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With its abundance of lakes, river, and streams that have many different types of game fish, the Twin Cities has plenty of spots that are perfect for fly fishing. Whether you prefer walking a stream, wading in a river, or casting from a boat, pier, or the shore, you'll be able to do it at several area locations.
  
Try the following five fly fishing destinations around the Twin Cities and located near Minneapolis homes for sale or St. Paul homes for sale.  

1. Lake Calhoun – about 3 blocks west of Lake St. and Hennepin Ave., Minneapolis   
   Lake Calhoun is a prime spot to fish for bluegill, crappie, tiger muskie, Northern pike, largemouth bass, walleye, yellow perch, bullhead, and carp. The pier lets you cast into deep water, so you don't necessarily need a boat to reel in a big one. Recommended flies include the wooly bugger, bass popper, small nymphs, and minnow patterns. And as an added bonus, you'll be able to enjoy beautiful views of the Minneapolis skyline from the lake.

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