Peyton's Momma™

Minnesota based Family Lifestyle blog. Mother Daughter duo take on food, travel, and more.

  • Kona Ice of Stillwater

    Every weekend I look for food trucks that will be in our local area. Since the Minnesota State Fair was canceled and we can’t really travel much, finding and trying out new food trucks every weekend has kinda become our thing. I’ve seen Kona Ice of Stillwater posts in our local mom’s groups and I… [Continue Reading]

    Kona Ice of Stillwater

  • 4 Things to do Near Charleroi, PA with Kids

    Traveling with kids has it’s up and downs. But one way to make sure there are more ups than down is to plan out events, attractions and stops that are fun for them. And that’s just what I am going to do today. I’m going to share with you 4 things to do near Charleroi,… [Continue Reading]

    4 Things to do Near Charleroi, PA with Kids

  • Toll Roads No Problem with the FastToll App

    Peyton and I are in the Chicago area at least every other month. But I don’t want to invest in an I-Pass because I don’t need it in Minnesota. And Illinois is really the only place that we travel that has toll roads. But stopping at all those toll roads adds on travel time. That’s… [Continue Reading]

    Toll Roads No Problem with the FastToll App

  • Best Places to Travel to in Malaysia

    Unfortunately, due to the current global situation with Covid, traveling is not on many people’s agenda, but once it is over it will be a great time to get away and travel sot that you can get away from what has happened and do something that is a breath of fresh air. When traveling, a… [Continue Reading]

    Best Places to Travel to in Malaysia

  • Wall Drug

    Stopping at Wall Drug is a must if you are in South Dakota. I had never been before so I wasn’t sure what to expect. When we arrived, immediately I felt overwhelmed. Thank goodness we visited during the off-season, I don’t think I could’ve driven Wall Drug during peak season. It would’ve been way too… [Continue Reading]

    Wall Drug

  • What’s New at Valleyfair for 2018

    Growing up, the annual trip to Valleyfair in Shakopee, Minnesota was a day we all looked forward to. Every year there is always something new at Valleyfair. We’d usually go once with family and once with school. I have many fond memories of those trips. Now, that I am a mom, I take Peyton to… [Continue Reading]

    What’s New at Valleyfair for 2018

  • Dinosaur Park

    If you’ve followed us for a while, you probably know Peyton is obsessed with The Land Before Time. She owns every single movie and episode ever made. Even the one that came out earlier this year! When I found out there was a dinosaur park in Rapid City I knew it was going to be… [Continue Reading]

    Dinosaur Park

  • Find Comfort at the Country Inn and Suites

    On our recent trip to the Chicago area, we chose to stay at the Country Inn in Elk Grove Village, Illinois. We frequently visit the Chicago area and have discovered staying in a suburb is a nice option for our family. It’s only a short drive to go into the city but the benefits of staying… [Continue Reading]

    Find Comfort at the Country Inn and Suites

  • A Night at Medieval Times

    I am always looking for new and unique experiences to take Peyton to. And when I saw Medieval Times, I knew I wanted to take her! How cool would it be to sit in a castle, watch knights jousting and have dinner? It sounded so cool. The only problem is, there is no castle in… [Continue Reading]

    A Night at Medieval Times

  • Reptile Gardens: Wild Animal Park

    Peyton loves to go to zoos and it is my goal to take her to as many as I can while she is little. When I heard about the Reptile Gardens: Wild Animal Park I wanted to check it out. At first, I thought it was a zoo full snakes but I was completely wrong.… [Continue Reading]

    Reptile Gardens: Wild Animal Park

Haiku Izakaya & Ramen

Peyton and I love to try out different restaurants when we travel or even around town. Recently we tried out Haiku Izakaya & Ramen which opened this winter in Woodbury, Minnesota.  I have been there a few times to pick up takeout for lunch and have enjoyed every single meal. But last night, I took Peyton for her first visit and we enjoyed our meal at the restaurant. Haiku Izakaya & Ramen is a Japanese restaurant serving Izakaya cuisine with a contemporary Asian vibe. You'll find ...

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Tipsy Southern Peach Lemonade

Nothing says summertime more than sipping a fruity cocktail poolside. I love Calypso beverages and always have a few flavors on hand chilling in my fridge. Not only do they taste great over ice they also make amazing mixers.  Add the fun little peach gummy rings and you have a cocktail that looks super cute and tastes great. To make Tipsy Southern Peach Lemonade you will need the following - 2 ounces Smirnoff Peach Lemonade Vodka Calypso Southern Peach Lemonade Peach Gummy ...

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Blueberry Red Bull Cocktail

Another fun and fruity cocktail for summer! This one will also give you a boost of energy too. Garnished with cotton candy this is a unique and fun cocktail for birthday parties or summer gatherings. To make a Blueberry Red Bull Cocktail you will need the following - Blue Raspberry Vodka Blueberry Red Bull Ice Cubes Cotton Candy Decorative Straws Fill your glass with a generous amount of ice. Next, add 1 ounce of Blue Raspberry Vodka. Pour the Blueberry Red Bull into the glass ...

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Tipsy Texan Cocktail

I have another cocktail that is perfect for summer! Today is all about the Tipsy Texan. This fruity cocktail is layered with different fruits making a fun, flirty cocktail for summer BBQs. Add a little mint leaf to give it a subtle twist. The peach schnapps and cranberry juice really come together with ginger ale. And be sure to buy the ginger ale made with real ginger. It does make a difference! To make a Tipsy Texan for your next BBQ you will need the following - 1oz Tequila 1.5oz Peach ...

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Tropical Martini

It feels like we went from winter to summer in a blink of an eye! The snow is gone, we just finished our spring cleanup of the yard and our pool is being opened tomorrow. That means it's time to start thinking about summer drinks. There's nothing like a fruity cocktail while hanging out around the pool with friends. Martinis are simple yet versatile drinks that can come in a variety of flavors. Today, I'm going to share this delicious Tropical Martini with you! It's refreshing perfect for any ...

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Spare by Prince Harry

Wow. Wow is my first reaction after finishing Spare by Prince Harry. I've never followed the Royal Family very close. I knew Prince Harry and Prince William were in my age group so I was aware of them growing up. Aware of the tragedy they had gone through losing their mother. But at the same time, I was not aware of how things were for them solely because they were born into the Royal Family. To say the British press is horrible is putting it lightly. The British press is toxic, vicious, ...

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