Michigan

Meeks Mill Cafe at 138 E Water St in Constantine, Michigan has made a name for itself with French toast that keeps visitors coming back for more. The smell of…

I stumbled upon Bay Harbor, Michigan, last summer while trying to escape the city heat, and I swear I thought I’d taken a wrong turn and ended up in Maine….

Snow squeaked under my boots the night a small town lit up my winter and my mood. Maybe you know that feeling when a whole main street seems to glow…

Walking into Cuppy’s Best Soul Food in Ypsilanti, Michigan, feels like stepping into your grandmother’s kitchen on Thanksgiving morning. The aroma of their cornbread dressing wraps around you like a…

Sometimes, the hustle and bustle of modern life makes me long for a simpler time, a turn-of-the-century film where steam billows into crisp winter air. Good news: you don’t need…

Michigan has its own secret food language, one that leaves visitors scratching their heads in diners, drive-ins, and party stores across the state. From mysterious pastries to oddly named drinks,…

Tucked away in Southfield, Michigan, sits a soul food treasure that’s been feeding families for years. Cornbread Restaurant & Bar isn’t just another place to grab a meal, it’s where…

Every November, I find myself steering toward northern Michigan with the same giddy anticipation I had as a kid waiting for pumpkin pie. The M-22 loop around the Leelanau Peninsula…

Road trips across Michigan often reveal hidden gems, and if you’re lucky, you’ll stumble upon a classic mom-and-pop diner that’s as comforting as it is delicious. These aren’t your run-of-the-mill…

Michigan is the birthplace of the coney dog, a culinary icon that has sparked fierce debates and unwavering loyalty across the state. I spent weeks zigzagging through cities and small…