Tastemakers: Harborside Lager - Ribbon Cake
Harborside LagerIt is the political season and there are those on the left and those on the right and the rest that are known as “fence sitters.” The same is true on the brew ballot with essentially two parties to choose from: the Macros (Bud, Miller) and the Micros (Bell’s, Short’s) and of course there is that third party known as the Imports.
But is there a “fence sitter” on the beer ballot? One that has conservative and traditional taste values yet has hints of progressive flavor profiles? That fence sitter is Harborside Lager. Jim Kosin founded Harborside Lager in 2003 in Chicago. Now Chicago is known for the “vote early, vote often” philosophy. It is the same approach Kosin wanted to take with his beer. He wanted something that had more flavor than the traditional macro but wasn’t too heavy and filling like most micros to keep you coming back.
“I wanted a beer that you could enjoy three or so in one sitting. A beer that wasn’t filling but fulfilling and relaxing.” Kosin has delivered on his campaign promise. Harborside Lager is slightly bolder and more flavorful than traditional macros and is reminiscent of the old-school German lagers. In attempting to create a beer that would appeal to both “beer parties” Kosin has found the right formula. He has taken his campaign into Illinois and Wisconsin and is now garnering support in Michigan. He will
The Silvertree Deli & Gourmet Market
Ribbon Cake
The Silvertree Deli in Sutton’s Bay took top honors from Express readers as the “Best Place For Sweets
In Leelanau County. The reason? They have a secret weapon in baker and pastry chef Magdalena Ildiko Bagi.
Known by staffers and customers as “Maggie” this native of Romania has mastered the art of baking. After immigrating to this country in
the 1980’s she made
her way to Detroit and began working in a Jewish bakery before making her way to Suttons Bay. Maggie whips up sev-eral delicious treats each day including delightful cinnamon rolls and her famous “Maggie’s Covered Wagons.”
Desserts are an essential part of any dinner party. If you are charged with bringing a dessert or if you are hosting a party, desserts from Silvertree will make you the hit of the party. The Ribbon Cake is as impressive tasting as it looks. Serve after dinner with Cherry Port from Leelanau Cellars (check out Silvertree’s Wall of Wine, the greatest collection of Michigan’s wines anywhere). Suttons Bay is a charming community full of locally owned shops and great places to eat. Make it a picnic destination this summer and after a stroll of the downtown streets all your dining needs will be found at Silvertree. Maggie also slices up her creations, so don’t forget the dessert. www.thesilvertreedeli.com View On Our Website