Made with Love
- Northland Lifestyle Magazine, Rachel Leimkuehler
- Feb 1, 2018
- 1 min read
"We'll Always Have Paris of the Plains"- a collaborative piece between bar director, Brock Schulte and his wife, Erica, featuring J. Rieger and Co. Gin.
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Photograph by Joel Schneider, Northland Lifestyle Magazine





























Wow, seeing The Monarch Bar win 'US Cocktail Bar of the Year' and be a 2019 James Beard semifinalist for 'Outstanding Bar Program' is pretty impressive; it makes me wonder if their bartenders move like a well-trained stickman , perfectly timed and spaced. I'd love to try their 'We'll Always Have Paris of the Plains' gin cocktail during their 4-7pm happy hour, maybe after a long day of navigating the city, what a nice treat.
I'm just checking this out while chilling, and honestly, The Monarch Bar winning US 'Cocktail Bar of the Year' is pretty cool. This kinda reminds me of when everything just clicks in Sand Tetris , ya know?
Seeing The Monarch Bar snag US 'Cocktail Bar of the Year' and a James Beard Award nomination makes me wanna check it out. Kinda reminds me of zoning out on Melon Playground , you know? Just mindless fun!
Beautiful concept and storytelling behind this cocktail feature. The collaboration and attention to detail really stand out, just like the smooth flow you feel when everything clicks in Stickman Hook—simple elements coming together perfectly to create something memorable.
What a beautifully told story—it really captures that special magic of creating something meaningful with someone else. It actually reminds me of how my partner and I reconnected on SecretBenefits reviews a while back, initially just looking for some lighthearted motivation and conversation. Finding that unexpected blend of companionship and mutual inspiration totally changed our daily grind; we started brainstorming projects just for fun, much like the love poured into The Monarch Bar.