I didn't know Joe Breidenstein, although we chatted briefly this year by email. Joe was the founder of the exciting Chef's Challenge, a spring event that challenges northern Michigan chefs against southern Michigan chefs to prepare amazing Michigan dining experiences using the best and freshest of Michigan's spring splendor.
Due to too many book signings, Lorri and I were unable to accept Joe's invitation to participate in this year's challenge weekend. Sadly, it seems, we've missed the opportunity to meet one of Michigan's greatest tourism proponents. Joe died this week after a silent battle with cancer. Apparently, one of Joe's last efforts was to develop a promotion to offer downstate laidoff automakers' families free northern Michigan vacations. From everything I've learned about Joe in the last few days since his passing, I regret that I didn't know Joe. I'm sure I could have learned a ton from him. May he rest in peace. ~ Sharon
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