Food
Locals Lake Leelanau’s Tiger Pizza
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Nov. 15, 2025
Locals Lake Leelanau is known for its local touch (thus the name), and its Ole Provemont Pizza selection delivers. On a recent visit, we ordered the Tiger Pizza ($23), so named for a logging-era steamship that once navigated the Narrows. This pie combines a little bit of smoke and a little bit of spice for smooth sailing. It starts with a pimento cheese spread as the base, topped with mozzarella cheese and … Read More >>
Northern Latitudes Distillery’s Fig Aquavit Martini
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By Anna Faller | Nov. 15, 2025
Your seasonal figgy pudding fix is getting a cheeky makeover this year in the form of Northern Latitudes Distillery’s Fig Aquavit Martini. This drink starts in the Nordic wonderland of Sweden—the homeland of NLD’s distiller, Martin Holst, and gin’s herby cousin, aquavit. NLD’s bourbon barrel-aged version, Mount Kebne Aged Aquavit, features the spirit’s classic caraway profile, rounded by a warm woody essence. It’s a mellow complement to the house-made fig and thyme … Read More >>
Frank’s 231 Takes Midwestern Food Up a Notch
This hidden gem is hyper-local and packed with fresh, creative dishes
By Todd VanSickle | Nov. 8, 2025
“It feels good.” Those were the three words muttered after taking my second bite at Frank’s 231 located at 1779 Garfield Road in Traverse City. The restaurant’s chef, Dan Compton, has mastered the art of texture and taste in his dishes that are made primarily, if not all, from local ingredients. Both vegetables and proteins are sourced from area farms that are only a short drive away. Compton’s elegant and flavorful dishes … Read More >>
Falling Into Comfort Food
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By Nora Rae Pearl | Nov. 8, 2025
The maple leaves are dropping and the warm days are behind us, but that means it’s cozy hibernation season. Nothing says comfort food like a warm dish of carbs and veggies or a spiced pumpkin roll cake. For these recipes, we got our inspiration from Harrand Hill Farm in Buckley with their selection of potatoes and onions and Omena Organic’s Canned Pumpkin, available at a co-op store near you, like Oryana in … Read More >>
American Spoon’s Holiday Jam
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By Anna Faller | Nov. 8, 2025
’Tis the season for nostalgic eats, and our latest jam is, well, jam! Specifically, American Spoon’s cult favorite Holiday Jam, which just dropped for the festive season. Brimming with plump pieces of whole fruit, this dazzling gem—made with farm-grown Michigan cherries, cranberries, figs, ruby port, brandy, orange zest, cinnamon, star anise, vanilla, and clove—preserves the magic (and juicy pucker) of summer sour cherries throughout the long winter months. Blended with warm baking … Read More >>
Archie’s Social House’s Turtle Mocha
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Nov. 8, 2025
There is something so nostalgic about a mocha on a crisp, fall morning. It’s like bridging the gap between childhood hot cocoa and grown-up coffee—a warming, liminal space that lingers just as long as the steam in your cup. Go capture the moment at Archie’s Social House in Traverse City, where the Turtle Mocha ($7.25) graces their fall menu. Cozy, warming, and flavorful, the Archie’s take on the classic includes espresso from … Read More >>
Samaha’s Baklava
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Nov. 1, 2025
It’s November, which means it’s time for all things comfy and cozy—and that includes food. We got the tip from Hilbert’s Honey in Traverse City that Samaha’s baklava was back in their “Honey House” on 5 Mile Rd on Mondays. Made with flaky, golden phyllo dough, drenched in Hilbert’s Michigan-made honey, and packed with walnuts, cinnamon, cardamom, and lemon zest, these sweet bites are not to be missed. A 4-by-4-inch packaged box … Read More >>
Nocturnal Bloom Brewing’s Carya Old Fashioned
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By Anna Faller | Nov. 1, 2025
As fall descends, we’ll be sipping the Carya Old Fashioned from Nocturnal Bloom Brewing in Traverse City. Named for a Greek mythological figure who turned into a walnut tree, this riff on the classic cocktail takes the warm and spicy profile of the brewery’s Corvis Brown beer (think: caramelly malts and fenugreek) in syrup form and layers house-made cherry-walnut bitters and a curated bourbon selection from Grand Traverse Distillery, which features a … Read More >>
Fiddleheads’ Raclette Omelette
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By Anna Faller | Oct. 25, 2025
While you might head to Fiddleheads, an eclectic eatery in Lake Leelanau, for the vibes and on-site vinyl, it’s the savory Raclette Omelette that’ll have you coming back for seconds (and thirds!). Featuring the rich and buttery flavors of Leelanau Cheese raclette—a northern Michigan herdsman-style cheese made with local milk—this scratch-made omelette also incorporates cage-free Michigan eggs, roasted red peppers, spinach, and natural ham. Topped with even more shredded raclette and a … Read More >>
River Club’s Watermelon Mint Mojito Margarita
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Oct. 25, 2025
The clock is ticking! River Club Glen Arbor will close up shop for the season soon, but there’s still time to get in a round of putt-putt with a Watermelon Mint Mojito Margarita ($12) in hand. The drink’s name says it all, bringing to mind the last hurrah of summer and sunshine with a refreshing, minty finish. Take one around the 18-hole, Michigan-themed course or enjoy while watching the Michigan/MSU game (Oct. … Read More >>
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