My lovely sister and I were invited to the soiree at the Mint Boutique and Studio 9 Gallery this weekend. Any get-together that makes good use of my most favoritest cheese will always go down famously in my book. Cheese or no cheese, the Mint Boutique is totally worth a swing-by. Owner Tammy Terwelp scours this great city for unique artisans, and the pieces in her store are made entirely locally. Forget about Federated SuperGiant McField’s Department Stores and support local by buying local!