Patio season is officially here, and Tim & Jenni are embracing it in full force. Episode 63 dives deep into the world of outdoor dining—from personal stories and regional favorites to a wildly speculative (and surprisingly convincing) theory about who really invented patio dining in America.

You’ll get their picks for the best patios in Minnesota, including:

• The Lookout (Maple Grove): The go-to family-friendly patio with beach volleyball, a playground, and fake palm trees. A favorite for exhausted parents trying to enjoy a drink while their kids run wild.
• Maynard’s (Excelsior): A classic lakeside vibe with bootleggers and boat traffic. Just don’t ask for more than two shots.
• Pittsburgh Blue (Maple Grove): Hidden in a parking lot but shockingly cozy at dusk. The lighting makes all the difference.
• French Meadow & The Gnome (St. Paul): Urban patios that are private, peaceful, and full of charm.
• Ernie’s on Gull Lake (Brainerd): Kids can run free while adults enjoy Greenies and mashed potatoes lakeside.
• Bar Harbor (Gull Lake): Bootleggers, live music, and those iconic collectible glasses.
• T.O.T.B in Alexandria Bay, NY: Honorable mention for riverside vibes and A-Bombs.

You’ll also hear about:

• Jenni’s solo car-buying adventure gone sideways
• The hidden truth about eating brunch outside (don’t do it—eggs + sun = ew)
• The surprising stats on how patios increase restaurant revenue
• Patio music dos and don’ts, and a reminder to never turn your patio into a concert

If you’ve ever argued over rooftops vs lake views, or been personally victimized by a bad swing set investment, this one’s for you.

Come for the patios. Stay for the marriage banter, restaurant recs, and that one time they got a new car and went to the Derby party on the same day.

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