Food and Drink Saddleback BBQ Saddleback BBQ (#17) is a hand-crafted, Southern BBQ shop specializing in four types of meat—back ribs, brisket, pulled pork shoulder, and chicken quarters. With this BBQ you could add a fourth C, culinary to the list of things to do in...
Most people know Lansing is Michigan's capital city and has an automotive heritage. But here are some fun details about Lansing that are sure to make you want to visit. In the meantime, these fun facts will come in handy at your next cocktail party, Trivial Pursuit...
The Tasting Room at Burgdorf's Winery What do Deborah and Dave Burgdorf have in common with Google’s Larry Page and Sergey Brin? They’ve all launched successful businesses from their garage. In the wine industry, the Garagiste refers to a European concept of making...
While the Greater Lansing area is known for the three Cs, the Capitol, the Campus (Michigan State University), and cars, I add a fourth, cuisine. Lansing features a lot of great local foodie experiences, from scratch-made Mediterranean cuisine to romantic inns. So,...
Big Red Lighthouse at Holland State Park in Michigan What’s There to Do Outdoors in Michigan in the Summer? If you’re looking for Michigan summer outdoor adventures, you'll find plenty to do—explore, kayak, hike, bike, golf, and wander. While the list of Michigan...
A mouse sculpture greets children entering through their own gate at the Lena Meijer Children's Garden in Grand Rapids, Michigan School’s out for the summer; so, learning switches gears. Science switches from books and lab experiments to gardening, horticulture, and...
The Entrance to the Michigan 4-H Children's Garden After being cooped up inside for the last ten weeks to avoid COVID-19, we were at the point of needing some outdoor time. I wanted somewhere local where I could reconnect with my daughter and granddaughters yet avoid...
