While you won’t find pizzas on any of these menus, you’ll discover a delicious meal with some of the best food in the Midwest. The variety of choices will take you from Korea to Tea Thyme through an all-American steakhouse and apple orchard. These are some of the best...
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A Foodie’s Guide to the Best Restaurants Near Fairfield, Iowa
Fishback & Stephenson Cider House My foodie fun began when the locals introduced me to Fishback & Stephenson Cider House, one of the best restaurants near Fairfield, Iowa. Their cider flights sparkled like jewels in the afternoon sun. Some of my favorite hard...
Community Orchard: A Family Fun Itinerary in Fort Dodge, Iowa
The orchard lies along the beautiful Des Moines River Valley, where the orchard grows over 5,000 trees and includes more than 15 varieties of fresh-from-the-tree-picked apples. They also offer sunflowers in summer and continue through autumn with pumpkins. Denny &...
Midwest Road Trip Adventures: Plan One Today
From the Great Lakes to the Great Plains, a Second Edition anthology helps travelers rediscover their home state through Midwest Road Trip Adventures. "The book takes travelers along some of the nation's most storied highways and byways, including The Great River Road...
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Take the Michigan Flyer – Lansing to Detroit Metro
However, that idea uncovered three issues: 1. The challenge of catching an early morning flight. 2. The cost of parking at Detroit Metro Airport for a week. 3. Five people with luggage, one of whom is known for being an overpacker. Our flight left at 6:30 a.m., which...
Nichols Arboretum Peonies: Tips to Plan Your Visit
Yet, the W.E. Upjohn Peony Garden in Ann Arbor is one of the world’s largest collections of historic peonies. It is a favorite destination for photographers, nature enthusiasts, and anyone seeking a memorable, immersive experience. The garden attracts over 75,000...
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