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If you've been searching for an SUV that the entire family will love, look no further than the Mazda 2020 CX-9. While the CX-9 has always been popular with drivers, for the 2020 model year, Mazda is giving its signature family vehicle some exciting updates. Let's take a look at what makes the 2020 CX-9 better than ever. Exterior The 2020 CX-9 is just as stylish as previous models, with some exciting enhancements. Upper trim levels will receive all-new 20-inch dark silver wheels. A distinctive new exterior color, Soul Red Crystal, will be available on the Signature trim. Exterior badging, chrome accents, and LED accent lighting complete the look. Interior Upgrades With the 2020 model, the CX-9 will be more comfortable than ever before. Heated cloth seating and a power driver's seat will come standard on the base trim level. Upper trims will give you the option of second-row captain's chairs. This is the first time that captain's chairs will be available in the CX-9. Not only do these chairs provide more comfort, but they also make it easier to board the vehicle. The 2020 CX-9 Signature trim gives you an extra console for second-row passengers and new Nappa leather upholstery. more Technology The 2020 CX-9 will feature the latest in technology, including an all-new 9-inch touchscreen display that is standard on the Touring model. The Touring model also gives you third-row USB ports and a 12-speaker Bose audio system. A hands-free liftgate and keyless entry are just some of the additional features you can expect from the new CX-9. Standard Safety With the 2020 CX-9, you'll never have to compromise when it comes to safety. Mazda's i-Activsense driver assistance suite will come standard on all trim levels. The suite includes adaptive cruise control, automatic emergency braking, and pedestrian detection. i-Activsense will also help you monitor your vehicle's blind spot, detect rear cross-traffic, and alert you if the CX-9 is drifting into another lane. Rain-sensing wipers, automatic headlights, and enhanced traction assist will make driving the CX-9 a breeze. Updated Engine One of the updates that drivers are most looking forward to is the 2020 CX-9's updated engine. A turbocharged 2.5-liter, four-cylinder engine will now come standard in all models. This powerful engine is capable of putting out 250 horsepower and 320 pound-feet of torque. Previous model engines only produced 227 horsepower. The new engine teams up with Mazda's G-Vectoring Control Plus, making your ride smoother and giving you a better steering response. An all-new off-road feature allows for more torque and brake force. All models will come standard with six-speed automatic transmission and the option of front- or all-wheel-drive. Front-wheel-drive models will have a mile per gallon (mpg) rating of 22 in the city and 28 on the highway. All-wheel-drive models will be capable of reaching 20 mpg in the city and 26 mpg on the highway. These are just some of the exciting new features you can expect from the 2020 Mazda CX-9. Consider a test drive so you can experience it for yourself.

Valentine's Day isn't far away, and you should make reservations for a romantic dinner as soon as possible to get great seats. Rochester, Minnesota, has a variety of excellent restaurants, so you can find somewhere delicious to eat no matter what your favorite foods are. Here are some of the best, most romantic restaurants in Rochester. Le Petit Cafe Le Petit Cafe offers a fine European dining experience. You can eat at the bar, on the patio, in the elegant dining room, or in the cheerful sunroom. A new location in the Avalon building, a former hotel, is under construction. For dinner, you can sample delicious dishes such as twice-baked cheese soufflé, butternut soup, herb-roasted quail, seared scallops, and mushroom risotto. For dessert, try the pomegranate molasses ice cream. After dinner, you can enjoy petit fours with liqueur and coffee or loose leaf tea. You can also sample some wine with a selection of gourmet European cheeses. Le Petit Café is open every day from noon to midnight, and reservations are recommended. more Lord Essex the Steakhouse Lord Essex The Steakhouse serves the best USDA Prime cuts of meat and the freshest seafood available. The décor was inspired by cozy English pubs, and it's been open for more than 90 years. There's an extensive, award-winning wine list, and you can try interesting side dishes and decadent desserts. The arugula hazelnut salad comes with apples, radishes, radicchio, and hazelnut vinaigrette. There's also lobster bisque, crab cake, sautéed wild mushrooms, New Zealand lamb, pecan-crusted salmon, cheesy hash browns, and more. The gluten-free chocolate torte has fresh berries and chocolate sauce, and the homemade mascarpone cheesecake comes with strawberry sauce. You can also taste the crème Brulee or the banana toffee bourbon cake. This restaurant is open every day from 5 to 10 p.m. Pescara This seafood restaurant received the Diner's Choice award from OpenTable in 2019. All their dishes are made fresh from scratch, and they offer small and large plates. The small plates include the Pescara Platter with calamari, scallops, shrimp, and crab cake. The Shrimp Ceviche uses citrus, vegetable medley, poached shrimp, oregano pickled onions, and roasted pepper aioli. Excellent large plates include lobster enchiladas, Colorado pan-seared lamb, and seared duck breast. This place also serves awesome steaks made with Black Angus beef aged for 28 days. It's open for dinner from 4 to 10 p.m. You can also visit for breakfast or lunch. Casablanca This restaurant has a fresh, modern look and a menu with dishes from around the world. It serves hummus made from scratch, Irish bangers and mash, scallops, green curry prawns, chicken tikka masala, and many other delicious options. It's open for dinner from 4 to 9 p.m. Monday through Thursday, until 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and until 8 p.m. on Sunday. Celebrate Valentine's Day and relax with your spouse at one of these delicious restaurants. You can have fun and experience interesting new flavors. Remember to make reservations early since these places are very popular.

The all-new 2020 Mazda CX-30 crossover SUV has a sleek, sporty feel, and it looks a lot like a hatchback. It's fun to drive, it has plenty of luxurious features, and it can help you keep yourself and your passengers safe. It's between the CX-3 and the CX-5 in Mazda's lineup, but they didn't call it the CX-4 because they sell a different SUV with that name in China. You can choose from four trim levels: the base or CX-30 model, the Select Package, the Preferred Package, or the Premium Package. Here's some more information about this innovative new vehicle's best features. An Appealing Style The 2020 CX-30 has a curved profile, a subtle spoiler, and a sculpted tailgate with angular taillights that sit around the corners of the vehicle. The hood and sides are sculpted as well, giving this vehicle a swift, agile look. Black plastic cladding protects the parts of the body that are closest to the road. The CX-30 also has 16-inch wheels, LED headlights and taillights, all-season tires, rain-sensing windshield wipers, folding power side mirrors, and automatic high beams. You can add roof rails, a power moonroof, a power liftgate, 18-inch aluminum wheels, or rear privacy glass. more Great Performance All trim levels of the CX-30 have a 2.5-liter, four-cylinder engine that produces 186 horsepower and 186 pound-feet of torque. This is the same motor as the one for the 2020 Mazda 3. The CX-30 comes with a six-speed automatic transmission, and it provides a smooth, maneuverable ride. It can make tight turns and fit into parking spaces easily, so it's ideal for city driving. It uses front-wheel drive, and the optional all-wheel drive has off-road traction assistance. On or off the road, it sends torque to the front or rear wheels as needed. The CX-30 also has an independent suspension and electric power steering. It can travel 25 mpg in the city and 33 mpg on the highway with front-wheel drive. With all-wheel drive, you'll get 24 mpg in urban areas and 31 mpg on the open road. A Comfortable, Safe Interior The interior has a graceful, futuristic design, and it includes convenient buttons on the leather-wrapped steering wheel, keyless entry, a 12-volt power outlet, push-button start, and folding rear seats. Adaptive cruise control, automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection, lane-keeping assistance, a rearview camera, and lane departure warning are standard as well. You can control the 8.8-inch infotainment display in the center of the dashboard with a knob on the center console. Additional options include Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility, blind spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert, a 12-speaker audio system, dual-zone climate control, and heated front seats. Visit Rochester Mazda to test drive this great vehicle for yourself. We offer an extensive inventory, and we can help you find the ideal vehicle for all your needs. You can also enjoy our shuttle service, Wi-Fi, and drinks. We provide an easy, stress-free buying experience, and it's our goal to create lifelong relationships with our customers.   Image via Mazda

The Zollman Zoo is part of Oxbow Park in Byron, Minnesota, about 15 minutes away from Rochester. Admission is free, and it has more than 30 species of animals. Along with the zoo, this 572-acre park includes more than 10 miles of trails for hiking and bird watching, campsites, a baseball field, four picnic areas, and a ski trail. You can go fishing as well. The zoo focuses on native Minnesota animals, and environmental education classes are available. Here are some of the exhibits at Zollman Zoo that you shouldn't miss. The Oxbow Nature Center The Oxbow Nature Center opened in December 1981, and it offers a variety of educational and recreational activities. School groups can participate in programs that cover particular animals, the ecology of the area, natural history, outdoor recreation skills, and more. There's an area for classes and an exhibit with some of the most common snakes, frogs, and fish in the region. You can check out interesting artifacts and displays that are associated with the natural world as well. The Nature Center has maps and brochures with information about upcoming events, the animals at the zoo, and its history. more The Gordon Yeager Memorial Area This 20-acre part of Oxbow Park is an ideal place to take a look at some of the animals that are native to the area. During many times of the year, you can hear birds chirping and frogs croaking. You can also see fish in the picturesque ponds nearby. This area is across the street from the zoo, and it has a restored prairie with a pioneer home and antique farming tools. The zoo also keeps it larger animals here, including bison, white-tailed deer, ponies, donkeys, goats, and elk. The Gordon Yeager Memorial Area is named after a writer and nature photographer for the Post-Bulletin, a popular local paper. The Newest Animals At this fun zoo, you can see otters, black bears, eagles, and more. Many of the animals have injuries that mean they won't be able to survive in the wild, and others come from zoos in other cities. One of the newest animals is a cute cougar kitten, one of three that were recently born in captivity. It's small now, but it will weigh about 90 pounds as an adult. This creature replaces a 13-year-old cougar that died in January 2018, after eating a piece of rope. Since then, keepers are checking enclosures for debris more frequently to make sure that the animals stay healthy and happy. Other new animals include a coyote and two opossums. The Zollman Zoo is named for Dr. Paul Zollman, a veterinarian with passionate beliefs in environmental education and compassionate care for animals. Olmstead County purchased most of the land for this park and zoo in 1967, and it has been a favorite destination for people in the area ever since. Almost 50,000 people visit this fun place every year, and it's open every day from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.   Image via Pixabay

After a full redesign in 2019, the 2020 Mazda 3 is showcasing even more appealing features that make it a top choice in the compact sedan and hatchback segments. Take a closer look at some of the new additions to decide if it's the right car for you. New Standard Safety Features Mazda added new safety features to the 2020 Mazda 3 that come standard across all trim levels. They were previously available on the upper trim levels and include blind spot monitoring, adaptive cruise control, lane departure warning with lane-keep assist, and forward-collision warning with automatic emergency braking. The features are bundled together in Mazda's i-Activsense driver-assist package. Every model also has a rearview camera, a driver attention monitor, and plenty of air bags in the seating area. Exterior Equipment and Styling Whether you're shopping for a stylish sedan or a sporty hatchback, the Mazda 3 delivers on what you want. Standard exterior features include LED headlights, taillights, daytime running lights, and alloy wheels. You can also choose a higher trim level to get features like automatic and adaptive headlights, keyless entry, automatic windshield wipers, and a sunroof. The hatchback version is also available with a rear spoiler that adds sport-inspired flair. Comfortable Cabin Within the cabin of the 2020 Mazda 3, you'll find a variety of appealing features. Even the base model comes well-equipped with a driver information screen, push-button start functionality for the ignition, and a split-folding rear seat. Tech features include an 8.8-inch central display screen, an eight-speaker sound system with two USB ports and HD radio, Bluetooth connectivity, and voice controls. With the higher trim levels come options like dual-zone automatic climate control, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay smartphone integration, leather upholstery, a premium 12-speaker Bose audio system, satellite radio, and power and heated front seats. The hatchback is available with a cargo cover. If you choose the automatic transmission, you can also get paddle shifters as an option. Power and Performance Mazda didn't change the powertrain, so it's still a peppy vehicle that's fun to drive. Beneath the hood, you'll find a 2.5 liter four-cylinder engine that produces 186 pound-feet of torque and 186 horsepower. It works with a six-speed automatic transmission, although you can choose a manual transmission as an option on the hatchback version. The steering wheel of this vehicle feels light in your hands, yet engages well for crisp and precise handling. Drivers also appreciate the smooth, impressive power, even from a non-turbo engine, and the firm and responsive brake pedal. In speed testing, the Mazda 3 went from zero to 60 mph in 8.3 seconds, which beats many of the other models in its segment. Visit Rochester Mazda to take the latest Mazda 3 for a test drive and experience these upgraded features for yourself. Between the stylish exterior design, the comfortable and upscale cabin, and the power beneath the hood, this model is sure to impress!

When you're looking for a spot to enjoy a drink with friends, check out these local bars and pubs in Rochester. Each offers a unique atmosphere, along with an extensive menu of drinks and tasty food options. You can have fun with your friends or choose a spot that delivers a cozy, intimate feeling for a date night. Dooley's Pub Dooley's Pub is the place to go if you want a fun, vibrant atmosphere. This location features large screen TVs throughout the seating areas where you can watch the latest sporting events and games. It's located in the heart of downtown Rochester and is open daily from 11 a.m - 2 a.m. During happy hour, which takes place Sunday through Thursday from 9 p.m. until close, you can get half-price menu items, $4 select shots, $5 glasses of house wine, and special prices on beer. The menus vary, depending on when you go, although you can always find something tasty to sample. Dooley's naan tacos are among the top menu options. These tasty tacos are served on warm, fresh-baked flatbread and topped with your choice of flavorful toppings, such as pulled BBQ pork, house-made slaw, picked peppers, fish, pico de gallo, vegetables, and chipotle crema. You can also order from the "pick two" lunch menu, which allows you to choose two menu favorites for a lower price. If you're dining in for dinner, try the pork'n mac ‘n' cheese, which features pasta, beer ale cheese sauce, bacon bits, and BBQ pulled pork. Bitter & Pour Located on Historic Third Street in the Merchant Exchange building is Bitter & Pour, a cozy bar where you can sample the finest elixirs and spirits. Four locals founded the location with a goal of creating a stylish place where hip Rochester residents could mingle and sip cocktails crafted by bartenders who truly obsess over the details. The Chubby Ginger is one of the local favorites, prepared with Lake House spiced rum, house-made ginger syrup, fresh lime and soda, topped with candied ginger. Along with an extensive selection of cocktails, the menu includes wine, craft beer, and small plates, including a charcuterie board, marinated nuts, and a cheese board. Thirsty Belgian Thirsty Belgian has been part of the downtown Rochester scene since it opened in 2014. The bar features nine taps, along with 70 bottled and canned beers and ciders available to enjoy. You can always enjoy Stella Artois, Kwak, Stella Cidre, Maredsous Brune, and St. Bernardus Abt 12 on tap, while the other four taps feature a rotating selection. In addition to the beer options, this spot has specialty house cocktails, liquor, and wine options to sample. The atmosphere in this cozy pub is inspired by the owner's frequent childhood trips to Belgium. You can experience live entertainment as you enjoy a variety of drink and food options. The food menu fuses Belgian pub food with American favorites. Be sure to try the Thirsty Belgian Toasties, which are toasted sandwiches prepared with thinly sliced meat, fruit, and cheese. No matter where you are in Rochester, you can always find a fun bar or pub that offers a refreshing libation in an appealing atmosphere. Stop in at one of these spots and enjoy an evening out with friends or family.

If you're shopping for a new car, take a look at the new models available in the 2020 Mazda lineup. Each boasts impressive standard and available features, a strong powertrain, and a stylish look that is sure to turn a few heads when you're behind the wheel. Mazda CX-9 The Mazda CX-9 is a three-row midsize crossover SUV that's perfect for those who want a little more space than a compact SUV can offer. For 2020, Mazda has made some improvements that make it even more appealing than the outgoing 2019 model. One of the most notable changes is a bump up in torque. Beneath the hood, you'll find a 2.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine that now rates at 320 pound-feet of torque and 250 horsepower. Mazda also added a new off-road traction assist button, which replaces the control button and helps drivers navigate on rough terrain. When engaged, the traction assist system stops reducing the engine torque, increasing the brake force on the wheels that have lost traction. Additionally, all models come with heated front seats, rain-sensing wipers, and heated side mirrors. Second-row captain's chairs are now available as an option, replacing the standard bench seat. Mazda CX-5 The CX-5 has been one of the best compact crossover options since Mazda released it in 2013. This model has only gotten better through the years, and the 2020 is no exception. It went through a complete redesign in 2017, so it maintains many of the features from that update. However, new exterior equipment includes a longer hood, upgraded headlights and taillights, and a more aggressive front grille. Within the cabin, you can get appealing features like premium leather upholstery, metallic accents, and ventilated front seats. For 2020, experts expect to see the long-anticipated 2.2-liter SKYACTIV-D turbodiesel four-cylinder two-stage engine. On the European version of this car, the engine makes 290 pound-feet of torque and 168 horsepower, and it's also incredibly efficient. If the numbers remain consistent, buyers should be able to get a diesel-powered engine in the 2020 CX-5 that will have better fuel economy than the current version, which has a 2.5-liter gas-powered four-cylinder engine. Mazda CX-30 All-new for 2020, the Mazda CX-30 is a crossover SUV that sits between the CX-3, a subcompact, and the CX-5, a compact SUV. From the outside, this model looks bold and sleek, sharing some of the exterior elements with the CX-9. Although final details haven't been released yet, the vehicle should have premium interior features like the other models in the lineup, including soft-touch surfaces and high-end tech. Mazda also includes a number of safety features as standard on its vehicles, and this model should come equipped with them as well. Some of these include a rearview camera, blind spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, automatic emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, lane departure warning with lane-keep assist, and adaptive cruise control. You may have to move up to a higher trim level to get all of the features, but at least some will almost certainly come standard across the board. Visit Rochester Mazda to take one of these vehicles for a test drive and determine which is the right fit for you and your lifestyle.

When you're craving delicious baked goods, you have plenty of options in the Rochester, Minnesota, area. At the local bakeries, you'll find fresh-baked bread, pastries, doughnuts, and other tasty treats. Check out a few of the top-rated bakeries to decide where you want to go for your next sweet treat. Drift Dough Drift Dough is a popular coffee and doughnut shop located within Forager Brewing on 6th Street NW in Rochester. This spot provides daily doughnut options that change throughout the week. Some of the past flavors include blueberry lemon cookie, Oreo, coconut, Nutella s'mores, strawberry powdered sugar, strawberry unicorn, cotton candy crunch, and cinnamon sugar. The menu also includes different types of coffee drinks that pair nicely with the flavorful doughnuts. If you need gluten-free doughnuts, you're in luck at Drift Dough. On Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, the bakery offers a wide range of tasty options. You can also place an order in advance for a dozen vegan doughnuts, which will contain a mix of the daily vegan flavors. The bakery offers three to five different vegan options each day and you can keep an eye on the company's Instagram page to see what's available that day. Recent vegan doughnut seasonal favorites included horchata, vegan cream cheese, and pumpkin butter, topped with a Biscoff cookie. Daube's Cakes and Bakery Daube's Cakes and Bakery is another appealing spot to enjoy some baked treats. You can order custom cakes for any occasion, and you have plenty of flavors to choose from at this location. A few of the popular flavors include a dark chocolate cake topped with cream cheese frosting, a rich chocolate ganache, and a cherry, red velvet with strawberry white chocolate frosting, and white cake with coconut and nuts, topped with burnt buttercream and cream cheese frosting. Along with the selection of cakes, the bakery offers similarly flavored filled cupcakes, cheesecakes, tortes, tarts, doughnuts, muffins, cookies, brownies, and bombe, a decadent French dessert. If you're not in the mood for something sweet, try a sandwich or a slice of quiche. Another specialty is kolache, a Czech pastry with a flaky crust and stuffed with fruit filling. With so many different options, it's easy to find something you'll enjoy at this versatile bakery. Great Harvest Bread Co. Great Harvest Bread Co. has a location on Broadway in Rochester, where its staff members bake fresh bread and goodies every morning. For more than three decades, this company has been using 100% whole-grain flour to produce wholesome and delicious options for you to enjoy. If you're dining in for lunch, you can choose from hot and cold sandwiches piled high with fresh ingredients. One of the local favorites is the “GHBC,” which has two types of cheese and a garlic and herb spread on top of fresh white bread, grilled to crispy perfection. You can also enjoy cookies, tarts, sweetbreads, muffins, and scones. You don't have to go far to find a bakery that offers all types of delicious house-made treats and bread. Sample a few goodies at these local bakeries and satisfy your sweet tooth.

The Mazda CX-9 for 2019 is an agile, exciting addition to the three-row SUV roster. This crossover vehicle has an elegant, comfortable interior and is a blast to drive. Take a look below and discover the reasons why the CX-9 could be the SUV for you. A Modern, More Angular Exterior From the rear spoiler to the dual exhaust, the CX-9 is the perfect cross between an SUV and a hatchback car. This combination produces a narrower, more angular look than most in its class. It bears a unique oval grille with the Mazda emblem at its center, LED headlights with height control, 18-inch all-season tires, rain-sensing wipers, a power moonroof, and more. The CX-9 has four trim levels, including the Sport, Touring, Grand Touring, and Signature. The Signature trim has LED accent lighting and a unique badge. The styling of the CX-9 makes others in its class look generic by comparison. This vehicle was designed by a company that wanted to break out of the stereotypical SUV box shape. At higher trim levels, 20-inch tires become available, along with blind spot and cross-traffic alert systems, which use radar sensors to keep that beautiful exterior free of dents. A Comfortable, Advanced Interior Seating seven passengers, the CX-9 is decked out with luxury features at every trim level. From three-zone climate control, keyless entry, and Bluetooth with voice-activation to leather seats, user-friendly touch-screen interfaces, and available state-of-the-art 12-speaker Bose sound system, this crossover SUV has everything a driver could want. Programmable seating, rosewood inlays, sculpted aluminum accents, heated and ventilated seats, precise navigation systems, and radar cruise control round out a very capable and well-designed core for the vehicle. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are both compatible with the SUV, so you won't have to choose your ride based on your device type. Keep those devices powered with the array of USB ports and full-sized plugs in the CX-9. You'll find that this SUV is a tranquil ride, with minimal sound coming in from the exterior. Performance and Power The CX-9's four-cylinder engine is designed to generate a lot of torque at lower RPMs. It pumps out 250 horsepower and 310 pound-feet of torque. It is a front-wheel-drive vehicle, with the engine connected to a six-speed automatic transmission capable of sport and manual modes. The 2019 CX-9 gets 22 mpg in the city and 28 mpg on the highway. With the optional all-wheel drive, the numbers change to 20 mpg in the city and 26 mpg on the highway. This crossover SUV drives exceptionally well with sport-level and confident handling, cornering, and highway maneuvering. It moves like a much smaller car, with sharp response capabilities and fast braking. Even on mountain roads, drive testers have found that it is an agile and responsive addition to Mazda's lineup. For an even better look at the luxurious 2019 Mazda CX-9, head down to Rochester Mazda in Rochester, Minnesota. While you're there, check out the rest of their impressive inventory. You never know which one you'll drive home.

Fortunately, more and more people are realizing the enormous benefits of a healthy lifestyle. A significant part of leading such a lifestyle is what we eat and drink, with the smoothie being that magical potion that is not only made up of healthy and natural ingredients but also satisfies both our thirst and our hunger. Here are the best places in and around Rochester, Minnesota, to get a delicious smoothie. Tonic Local Kitchen and Juice Bar Located across the street from St. Mary's Hospital on 2nd Street, this charming restaurant and smoothie bar is the perfect place for members of the local community to gather and enjoy fresh and healthy food and juices, made with locally-grown ingredients. Open from 8 a.m. Monday to Saturday, Tonic is a great spot for many occasions, from a wholesome family meal to a quick smoothie on the go before work or after a workout. Their juice selection has enough variety to allow smoothie enthusiasts to experiment until they discover their favorites. From their delicious premium house juices to their superfood signature smoothies, you'll definitely find what you need. Also, if you feel creative, you have the chance to make your own smoothie out of any combination of five fruits, vegetables, and herbs, plus one of their natural sweeteners. Queen City Coffee and Juice Rochester's Castle Community is a vibrant space for creative people of all ages, social statuses, and talent level, where everyone can gather and grow their craft together. Located right inside the castle, Queen City Coffee and Juice is owned and managed by Breanna Holtan, a local with over two decades of hospitality experience. It's the ideal place for visiting artists and art lovers to gather and enjoy a delicious smoothie. This bar is the only place in Rochester that can produce cold-pressed juice, meaning that the fruits and vegetables that are squeezed to produce the juice are never heated during the process, and therefore not losing any of their original nutritional content. Aside from these healthy and delicious smoothies, they also serve fresh coffee from a local roaster, as well as Kombucha, a sweet and flavored drink produced by fermenting tea with cultures of yeast and bacteria. Berry Blendz Having originated in northern Colorado, Berry Blendz is a smoothie-based franchise that has constantly grown in popularity and spread throughout the country in its 18 years of existence. They offer delicious fruit-based alternatives to unhealthy meals and they have an open location right in Rochester. The smoothie variety is absolutely impressive, with tens of different flavors and combinations, from classic to exotic. They also offer complete nutritional facts for all their ingredients, allowing the customers to create their own balanced smoothie-based diets. Smoothies are a quick, convenient, and healthy snack that will properly feed your body and give you enough energy to enthusiastically face everyday challenges. By visiting any of these smoothie bars, you're guaranteed to get a delicious smoothie made with fresh and natural ingredients.

The 2019 Mazda CX-5 is a fun, affordable, and heavily customizable subcompact SUV. It comes in five trims, including the Sport, Touring, Grand Touring, Grand Touring Reserve, and Signature. This roomy vehicle is ideal for commuters, who can choose an all-wheel-drive version to handle rough road conditions. Take a look at our list of the CX-5's features, and we think you'll agree, this SUV can be configured to suit anyone's preferences. A Muscular Exterior The black grille on this SUV stands out prominently with the Mazda symbol at its center. The CX-5 has a robust and curved profile. From the body-colored rear spoiler and dual exhaust to the 17-inch aluminum-alloy wheels and chrome-spoked hubcaps, this vehicle was crafted to broadcast its power and grace. The Grand Touring trim and higher trims can be configured with 19-inch wheels, a power liftgate, power moonroof, and heated side mirrors. A High-Tech, Luxurious Interior The features on the inside of the 2019 CX-5 are as gripping as its exterior. With a voice-activated satellite and internet radio capability, Bluetooth, and traffic and travel-link navigation, you can do a great deal in the CX-5 without taking your hands off of the wheel. Keep your devices charged with the 12-volt power outlets as you enjoy the active driving display with traffic sign recognition available on the Grand Touring Reserve Trim and above. The SUV is equipped with a 10-speaker sound system and the available Mazda radar cruise control, stop and go, and lane departure warning systems. Enjoy the CX-5's leatherette seats, leather steering wheel and gear shifter, tilting and telescoping steering wheel, and cruise control with steering wheel buttons. Have no fear if you are an allergy sufferer. Mazda has you covered with the dual-zone climate control and its pollen filtration system. With the Grand Touring Reserve, you'll gain access to heated and ventilated seats, along with a heated steering wheel. The Signature model is crafted with an impressive wooden overhead panel and console. Built With High Performance in Mind The four-cylinder, 187-horsepower engine in the CX-5 is attached to a SKYACTIV six-speed auto transmission with manual and sport mode configurations. It has a cylinder deactivation system that is meant to save fuel, granting the SUV 24 mpg on city streets and 30 mpg on the open road. With traction control, dynamic stability control, and hill start assist you'll have no trouble keeping this SUV where it should be. The trims at Grand Touring Reserve and higher have access to a stronger 250-horsepower engine. It gets 22 mpg in the city and 27 mpg on the highway. The experts at Rochester Mazda in Rochester, Minnesota, have the answers to all of your questions concerning the CX-5 and its vast collection of available features. Head down to their dealership to see it and the rest of their expansive inventory today to discover why you should drive home in a brand new Mazda. While you're there, take note of the community support programs Rochester Mazda has going. You'll be as impressed with their community service as you will be with their vehicles.

You'll be surprised what you can discover within a vintage red trolley during a tour. The trip will relax or excite you, depending on your preference. Take a look at a few of our favorite trolley tours. They may end up being favorites of yours as well. The Rochester City and Mayo Hospital Trolley Tour Experience Rochester in a unique and relaxing way during this 90-minute trolley tour. Running every day but Monday, this tour is narrated and takes passengers to destinations all over the city. These include the Rochester Art Center, Chateau Theatre, Silver Lake Park, Mayowood Mansion, the historic Farmers Market, Mayo Civic Center, People's Food Co-op, Soldiers Field Veterans Memorial, and much more. Head to the Apache Mall, Feith Family Statuary, and Broadway Dairy Queen hut to pick up a souvenir and a snack. The tour ends at the Mayo Clinic Campus. If you like this short tour, you'll love the longer ones. The Great River Road Wine Trail - Middle Trail This incredible eight-hour wine tour is a trip you won't soon forget. You'll start at Wabasha, Minnesota, the oldest town west of the Mississippi. Then you'll travel along the Great River Road National Scenic Byway to beautiful Lake Pepin, where you will find your first winery and a much loved Italian restaurant. After a taste of the fruits of the Villa Bellezza Winery and lunch at Villa Bellezza's restaurant, take the trolley to Red Wing, Minnesota, where you can view some of the most majestic 19th-century architecture in the country. While you're there, stop by Falconer Vineyards for a second taste of wine. Further down the trail walk the Flower Valley and Lake Pepin vineyards, ready to quench your thirst as you look out over the lake and relax. Tours take place on Sundays throughout the year, so call the tour company to schedule your trip. The Great River Road Wine Trail - South Trail For a wine tour in a different direction head down to Whitewater Wines in Kellogg, Minnesota, to start your journey. Enjoy their wine and the rural surroundings before heading off to prairie-style Downtown Winona, Minnesota, and Fountain City, Wisconsin, via the Great River Road National Scenic Byway. Wonder at the scenic overlook in Winona as you sip the produce of the Garvin Heights Vineyard. In Fountain City, you'll find the Seven Hawks Winery and the Monarch Public house, your destinations for your third wine tasting and lunch. Finally, settle in for your last tasting at Elmaro Vineyard. Ladies Night Out on the Trolley For a relaxing and entertaining night out on the town with your closest friends, have a Ladies Night Out on the Trolley. This 3.5-hour tour will take you all through the Cooke Park Design District in downtown Rochester where you'll visit a wide array of locally owned shops and bars. At each location, you will be given gifts, including wine or champagne, snacks, gift bags, and promotional items. The trip ends at the lively Five West Restaurant and Bar, where you and your friends can dance and drink the night away. Let the stress of work fall away during this Wednesday trolley tour. To schedule a tour, call the Rochester Trolley & Tour Company at 507-421-0573.