Wineries
Friday, Aug. 20, 2010
Posted by Paula McIntyre
The Traverse City Wine & Art Festival returns for its second year at the Village at Grand Traverse Commons tomorrow, August 21, from 3-10 p.m. Celebrating the wine, food and culture of Michigan's wine coast, the festival features local wines, food from local restaurants, music headlined by Larry McCray, Greg Nagy, Song of the Lakes Trio, May Erlewine & Seth Bernard, and artwork from 3 arts organizations and more than 60 regional artists.
Next up is the Traverse City Summer Microbrew & Music Festival, which takes place at The Village at Grand Traverse Commons Friday & Saturday, August 27 & 28. The festival features craft beers, ciders and meads from all over the country, plus food, games, meet-the-brewers tasting sessions, and live music on two stages.
Tuesday, Apr. 27, 2010
Posted by Paula McIntyre
Leelanau wineries will host their Spring Sip & Savor Wine Trail Tour this weekend, May 1 & 2. The annual event features great pairings of wine and food along with the Fabulous PJ & Hat Content. Check out the LPVA website for the lowdown.
Tuesday, Apr. 20, 2010
Posted by Paula McIntyre
Last week my husband and I had the opportunity to be guinea pigs for a not-so-dry run of Chateau Chantal's Wine Dinners. The dinners will debut June 16, and will be held Wednesday and Saturday evenings through August 28. Best advice I can give: come with an empty stomach!
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Wednesday, Feb. 17, 2010
Posted by Paula McIntyre
Northwest Michigan's thriving grape and wine industry will have a new pipeline to a trained workforce thanks to a partnership between Northwestern Michigan College, Michigan State University, and the online VESTA program at Missouri State University.
This summer students may begin coursework toward a new viticulture certificate offered by MSU, with an option to complete an associate degree from NMC. Students will enroll through the MSU office at NMC's University Center. All classes will be offered online or in Traverse City. See news release for more information.
Friday, Nov. 13, 2009
Posted by Paula McIntyre
"Thanksgiving is a Riesling holiday because of the range of sweet and dry levels, friendly prices and compatibility with roast turkey," writes Detroit News columnist Sandra Silfven. "And, thankfully, there is no shortage of choices with Michigan labels on them." Plenty to choose from here in Northern Michigan!
Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2009
Posted by Paula McIntyre
Wine Clash 2009 pitted the wines of Michigan against those of Ohio, with Michigan carrying home the top awards. Congratulations to Longview Winery and Vineyard (Winter Ice 2007, first place), 2 Lads (Cabernet Franc Reserve 2007, second) and Gill's Pier (Meritage 2007, fourth). Eleven of the top wines from each state were chosen and judged in both Columbus and Ann Arbor by panels of wine lovers, writers and professionals.
Monday, Sep. 28, 2009
Posted by island
Join the Institute for Sustainable Living, Art, and Natural Design (ISLAND) and the Martha Wagbo Farm and Education Center as we explore the wide world of fungi and fermentations. Anyone with an interest in local foods; wild-crafting; food preservation; or tasty, healthful meals will greatly benefit from the workshops offered here. Experienced teachers will present an array of topics, including wild mushroom hikes, mushroom dyeing, mushroom paper, cheese making, vegetable fermentations, mead making, and much more! There will also be local vendors selling fungal and fermented goods.
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Wednesday, Aug. 05, 2009
Posted by The 45th
Our local wineries garnered the lion's share of awards at the just concluded 2009 Michigan Wine & Spirits Competition. A nice summary from MichWine's Joel Goldberg, who was also a judge again this year.
Thursday, Jul. 16, 2009
Posted by Paula McIntyre
Traverse City welcomes two new back-to-back festivals next month: the Traverse City Wine & Art Festival on Aug. 22 and the Traverse City Microbrewery & Music Festival on Aug 29.
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Wednesday, May. 06, 2009
Posted by Paula McIntyre
Black Star Farms' wine made quite an impression at the White House. Read on for details.
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Friday, Apr. 17, 2009
Posted by The 45th
The 45th, wine, food & leisure in Northern Michigan is on the press at Village Press today and will be in the mail shortly.
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Thursday, Apr. 16, 2009
Posted by The 45th
In conjunction with the 3rd annual wine summit, NoMiWi is staging a wine dinner @ Stella in Traverse City on April 27th. More info here.
Friday, Mar. 20, 2009
Posted by Paula McIntyre
The Leelanau Peninsula Vintner's Association announces LPVA Second Fridays that offer a chance for you to experience award-winning wines and unique tasting rooms after hours on the second Friday night of every month. These special evenings will be held from 5-8 PM and each will feature a fun & unique theme. Next one up is "Toast the Taxman" on April 10.
Sunday, Feb. 22, 2009
Posted by Paula McIntyre
Janice Benson over at the Michigan Land Use Institute has a write-up on ice wine, including a list of area wineries that make it. For more on ice wine, read Chateau Chantel winemaker Brian Hosmer's Ice wine, liquid gold and the biggest gamble in wine from our archive.
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