Put away the crockpots and bust out the bag of charcoal, soup season is officially over and the undisputed king of summer is ready to resume his reign atop grills across Southwest Michigan. It’s burger time, baby. And what better way to kick off grilling season than with a virtual smorgasbord of ground beef possibilities. …
Calling all summer drink aficionados…let’s talk warm-weather beverages. Southwest Michigan is blessed with an abundance of locally-owned cafes and restaurants, many of which create non-alcoholic refreshments to satisfy the taste buds of customers looking for a fun (and sometimes fizzy) way to sip into summer. If you’re looking for a tasty beverage for the beach …
Sip into Summer: 12 Fun (and Family-Friendly) Beverages to Try in Southwest Michigan Read More »
Pop quiz: What’s the best way to spend a warm, summer evening in Southwest Michigan? If you guessed, “Sitting on a patio, sipping local wine with friends while listening to live music,” you are correct. And, luckily for all of us, there are plenty of opportunities to make this dream a reality this summer. Check …
Summer Patio Tunes: Seven Spots to Sip and Listen in Southwest Michigan Read More »
Wine tasting isn’t just for wine aficionados, and Jayme Neumann and Chalet Sturgeon from Local Pour want you to know it can also be a lot of fun. Local Pour is a “tasting room with a twist” in Sawyer, where guests can explore a variety of Michigan-made wine, beer, and spirits under one roof. With …
Wine Tasting For the Rest of Us: How to Enjoy the Experience Like an Expert Read More »
It’s grilling season! Time to throw on your favorite apron and fill the backyard with the enticing aroma of charcoal and barbeque. But before you break out the tongs and invite the neighbors over for dinner, you might want to brush up on a little Grilling 101. To make the most of your marinated meat, …
Allow me to paint a familiar scene. You walk into a coffee shop (or stumble, based on your level of alertness in the morning) and gaze at the whimsical names of beverages expertly scrawled across a blackboard menu. You recognize a few of the items, but words like “nitro” and “cold brew” make you question …
Coffee Doesn’t Have To Be Confusing: Here’s How To Order The Perfect Cup Read More »
