Awakenings
For 24 years in the mid to late 1800s, the community of Fayette was a bustling company town tucked beneath towering limestone bluffs along Bay de Noc at the Garden Peninsula’s Snail Shell Harbor.
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St. Anthony
Chef Matthew Millar gestures animatedly toward the countryside outside his window when asked why he and his business partner decided to open their ambitious new restaurant St. Anthony in a sleepy tourist town in Michigan.
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Spring Blossoms Decorate Michigan Woods, Parks & Nature Centers
April showers bring May flowers…and in Michigan, that includes tulips, apple and cherry blossoms, dogwood, trillium and other spring wildflowers, among others. Rich in Native American heritage and lore, there are actually more than 40 varieties of trillium, which blanket the forest floors for a brief few weeks each spring.
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Food Dance
Celebrate Meat Month at Food Dance all March Long! We all love meat! It’s something to share and savor, and here in the Midwest we feel pretty comfortable stating we are in the majority on this one. From the winter stews, roasts and braises to the summer grilled chops, steaks, burgers or ribs the traditional Midwest plate is anchored by meat.
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13 Irish-Inspired Michigan Destinations
Michigan is lucky enough to have plenty of places to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day – and the arrival of the spring season – throughout the month of March. Whether you’re on a quest for the best Irish stout, are seeking a heaping helping of corn beef and cabbage or are looking for a pot of gold at the end of the parade, look no further than Pure Michigan for some great Irish-themed ideas!
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Experience Pink in Grand Rapids this February
This coming February, local hotels, restaurants, businesses and special lecture series will be rolling out the pink carpet to educate the community on breast cancer through Susan G. Komen West Michigan
More than 23 Local hotels and, restaurants, and multiple businesses are taking action to end breast cancer by partnering with Susan G. Komen West Michigan for the entire month of February in an endeavor titled Experience Pink.
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13 (x3) Romantic Michigan Destinations to Visit this February
If you haven’t heard, I’m having a long-term love affair with Michigan! I love everything about the Great Lakes State – the two (+) peninsulas, four seasons and 83 counties. I love the people, places and products that are made here. I love the stories and songs. I love the history and the opportunities for the future. To celebrate the month of Valentine’s Day, it is fitting to share some of the romantic get-aways, restaurants and attractions that I think you’ll LOVE to explore (this month and beyond).
Read MoreRing in a Year of Renewal
With the arrival of a new year, comes a renewed energy. A time to escape the mundane day-to-day for something refreshing and relaxing — including a visit to one of Michigan’s noted destination hotel and resort spas.
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Café Cortina Carries On Family Tradition of Pairing Business with Local Philanthropy
When Café Cortina first opened the doors of its Italian eatery in the suburbs of Metro Detroit in 1976, it was with a sense of family tradition and community responsibility inspired by old world philosophies. Now, more than 35 years later, and under the direction of its second generation, Café Cortina retains its presence as one the country’s leading culinary destinations.
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Michigan Companies Keeping You Warm This Winter
A good friend of the Michigan tourism industry, Joe Breidenstein, always said that there’s no such thing as bad weather…just bad clothes! In remembrance of that wise man, here are some great Made in Michigan wearables to help keep you warm on these beautifully blustery winter days (and nights).
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Vasaio Life Spa
With all the craziness of the holidays – the hours spent shopping, wrapping, baking and cleaning – one must simply find time to spend relaxing and rejuvenating. So when an email came through for the Gold, Frankincense & Myrrh holiday packages at Vasaio Life Spa in Grand Rapids, it was like a gift from Santa himself!
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Tasty Holiday Gifts from the Mitten
My favorite holiday tradition is giving the gift of Michigan to family and friends. The catalog of “Made in Michigan” products is growing daily, providing countless opportunities to find that perfect gift for everyone on your list. Giving always makes me smile…but giving a gift crafted by one of the dedicated people of Michigan just means so much more.
Read MoreWarming up to Winter
Tucked into the wooded hillside just east of Harbor Springs, Boyne Highlands tallies the most skiable acres in Michigan on its 55 downhill runs.
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