It may be that cocktails are older than mankind. After all, bees get buzzed after indulging in fermented nectar. Stir that into a glass with some rotting grapes and you’re in business. What’s that? Bees don’t stir, you say? Of course they do. What else would their stingers be for?
There are more than 200 wineries in Michigan, and thanks to the climate provided by the eponymous great lake, nearly all of them are on the west side of the state.
Crafting a quality spirit takes time, intentionality and creativity, with a focus on doing things right every step of the way.
Scooch over beer. It’s time to make room at the table for another favorite Michigan inebriant. Whether you like it red or white, still or fizzy, sweet or dry—or anything in between—wine has become the latest darling in local dining.
With the arrival of summer, many Michigan restaurants suddenly see their seating capacity double. That’s because it’s a special time of the year: Patio season.
When you’re traveling or have just moved to a new city, one of the first questions to ask is always, “Where do I absolutely HAVE to check out?”
Bartenders see it all, for better or worse. They see sober people, completely drunk people, nice people, rude people, picky people, knowledgeable people, clueless people, and everything in between.
There’s nothing better than finding a new favorite restaurant or takeout joint you didn’t even know existed.
To a coffee drinker, there’s nothing better than a well-crafted cup of caffeine. I can’t be the only one who goes to bed excited for that first sip of morning espresso.
West Michigan’s food and drink scene continues to grow every year, both in volume and diversity, and we love to see it.
