The Boyne River Inn has been a beloved place since 1893. Visitors can enjoy a wonderful meal at BRI. We were greeted as soon as we walked in. The Midwestern hospitality was on full display. We sat outside overlooking the river. It was a beautiful view. Plus is was a great day to be outside; the temperature was fantastic. We started with the Stuffed Dates. These were a unique appetizer that are not normally on menus. They baked Medjool dates that were stuffed with goat cheese. Then they were wrapped in bacon and covered with a balsamic glaze. There was…
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If you are in Boyne Falls, you have probably heard of Betty’s Restaurant. They have been serving breakfast to visit visitors for years. I was excited to get the Corned Beef Hash. I was really hungry for hash so I was happy it was on the menu. They prepared it perfectly, nice and crispy; Just how I like it. It came with two eggs and toast. I was surprised to see cinnamon raisin bread as an option. I love that the cinnamon raisin toast added sweetness to my breakfast. It complemented the saltines of the corned beef hash. The Farmer’s…
Leave a CommentIf you have a sweet tooth, then visiting Alpine Chocolat Haus in Boyne City, Michigan is a must. They offer all kinds of sweets: ice cream, candy apples, fudge, and chocolates. I wanted ice cream during my visit. They had many flavors to select from. I picked the Chocolate Brownie Caramel. It was very sweet. It had great creaminess. The pieces of brownie added great texture. This is the perfect spot for a summertime visit. www.alpine-chocolat-haus.com Enjoy! T
Leave a CommentThere is a specialty food item that visitors must try when they are in Michigan. That food item is called Pasties. These are essentially a meat pie. These hand held treats date back to the turn of the century. They were created for the workers in the mines. They needed something that they could easily carry with them. Those pasties were filled with different meats. The pie shell trapped in the heat so when the workers were ready to eat them, they were still warm. A side of gravy is also served so that the pies could be dipped. Some…
Leave a CommentMackinac Island, Michigan is a really special place. It is located in Lake Huron between Michigan’s Upper and Lower Peninsula. What makes this place so special? There are no cars on this island. You can only get there via ferry or seaplane. To get around the island you can walk, ride a bike, or take a horse drawn carriage. It really takes you back to a simpler time. There are many things to do around the island. This includes eating and drinking. That is exactly what I decided to so when I visited the Pink Pony Bar. It is located…
Leave a CommentWhen I told people I was going to visit Mackinac Island in Michigan, they all said I had to make sure to get some fudge. That is what they are famous for. There are a few places to go but visiting Murdick’s is a must. Murdick’s Fudge is the original fudge shop. They have been making the creamy treat for over 125 years. Before I even opened the door, I could smell the chocolate fudge being made. When I opened the door, the sweet aroma just hit me. I was in heaven. As I walked around the shop I was…
Leave a CommentDuring my trip to Michigan I drove through the small town of Kinde. It was around lunch time, so I decided to check out a local restaurant called The Pasta House. It is located on the main street of Kinde. It is right across the street from some grain silos. They have been serving the folks f this town for over 20 years. It was a cute restaurant inside with a fun retro feel, complete with a juke box. They also had old pictures of the town on the wall. It was really cool to see what the main street…
Leave a CommentWhile I was visiting Bad Axe, Michigan I came across a little winery called Dizzy Daisy Winery. It is a retired dairy farm that got converted to grow grapes for wine and hard ciders. I wanted to make sure to check them out. They are located off the beaten path of the main road. But nestled back in the fields is the cute winery. When I walked into their tasting room I was amazed by all their options to choose from. I counted at least 70 options. They have something for everyone. There are dry, sweets, semi-sweets, and semi-dry. They…
Leave a CommentI was invited to a wedding in a small Michigan town called Bad Axe. There were a few local places that were recommended to check out. For dinner I visited Rachel’s which was extremely busy for this small town. It was one of the most popular restaurants. Since I was visiting in July they had a Christmas themed cocktail menu for “Christmas in July”. It was a cute theme. I went for the Merry Mule. It was cranberry liqueur, orange vodka, fresh lime juice, a homemade simple syrup, and ginger beer. It tasted like Christmas to me. It was sweet…
Leave a CommentI had just landed in Detroit from my early morning flight. I was starving and wanted to find a local restaurant to grab breakfast. When I was checking out what was in the area, Brooklyn Street Local kept popping up with great reviews from past customers. I decided to check them out. It was a small place on the inside and it was filling up quickly. One of the things I noticed was their chalk board on the wall. It listed out all of the local farms and establishment where they acquire all the ingredients. I knew from this that…
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