These Michigan Winter Train Rides Feel Straight Out Of A Movie
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…
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10 Michigan Food Sayings That Outsiders Have No Idea What They Mean
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,…
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This Michigan Soul Food Café Serves Plates Locals Wouldn’t Swap For The World
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…
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The Thanksgiving Nature Drive In Michigan That Families Insist Is Worth The Trip Every Year
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…
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I Tracked Down 12 Mom-And-Pop Diners On Michigan’s Backroads (7 Were Pure Midwest Magic)
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…
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This Michigan List Of Old-School Coney Classics Has People Driving Across County Lines
Michigan coneys make sense the moment you start listening to people talk about them. I’ve stood in lines where total strangers compared chili textures with the same intensity other states…
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I Hit The Backroads Of Michigan To Try 7 Coney Dog Counters (And 3 Blew Me Away)
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…
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In Michigan, I Discovered A Hidden Spot Serving Thanksgiving Dinner Every Day
Turkey Roost in Kawkawlin, Michigan, is the kind of hidden gem that turns an ordinary day into a feast. I visited to see why locals keep returning, and every plate…
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12 Michigan’s Hidden Waterfront Towns Perfect For A Relaxing Vacation
If you think “Michigan beach town” begins and ends with Traverse City or Mackinac Island, you are only seeing the cover. Zoom in and you will find tiny names tucked…
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9 Michigan BBQ Joints That Never Advertise But Locals Keep Alive By Word Of Mouth
Michigan might be famous for its cherries and lakes, but ask any local about the real treasure, and they’ll point you toward a smoky BBQ joint tucked away on some…
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The Classic Michigan Eatery Serving Coney Dogs The Traditional Way (Exactly How Locals Like Them)
When I first walked into American Coney Island, I immediately understood why people in Detroit, Michigan, defend this spot like it’s a hometown trophy. The aroma of chili, onions, and…
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This Michigan Diner Serves A Thanksgiving Special Locals Say Is Better Than Their Family’s
When I first heard locals raving that Turkey Roost in Kawkawlin serves a Thanksgiving feast better than their own family’s, I knew I had to taste it for myself. Nestled…
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I Explored Michigan’s Great Lakes Coast To Visit 11 Fish-And-Chips Spots (6 Had Stunning Lakeside Views)
Michigan’s Great Lakes coastline stretches over 3,200 miles, making it the longest freshwater coastline in the United States. With all that water comes a rich fishing tradition and some seriously…
