East Tawas was our latest destination for a book signing and presentation for the Friends of the East Tawas Library. In a blizzard reminiscent of the blizzards of northern Michigan back in the 70s, nearly 30 people braved the elements to come listen to our wine country presentation, taste wines poured by the Brew Krew and savor incredibly delicious fare by Reed’s on the River.
We heart Michigan, too!
Oftentimes during our travels, we feel like crusaders. We feel it is our mission to bring you news of great Michigan wines, interesting and fun new destinations and delightful food discoveries along the way. What we also discover, though, are amazing people who are just as passionate for Michigan as we are.
We’re reminded time and time again that Michiganders are enthusiastic for new Michigan offerings of wines, chocolates and books. Dr. McKinnon of the Friends of the East Tawas Library is a dynamo; enthusiastic for introducing books to babies-to-adults and, especially, enthusiastic for books about Michigan and Michigan authors.
We are always delighted to meet new artisans, such as Marian and Norm Charters of The Village Chocolatier, hand crafters of delicious chocolates, and vintner Adam Kolodziejski of Rose Valley Winery who grows cold-hardy grapes and makes really pleasant wines in Rose City. (Stay tuned for a new profile story on Rose Valley Winery.)
Visiting Stoney Acres Winery in Alpena, we discovered that the vintners are also artisan chocolatiers and their veranda offers a lovely view where their specialty fruit wines can be enjoyed – even in the cold of winter.
We look forward to our next destination, so we can share more reasons why Michigan is a great state.
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