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5 Things To Do This Fall in Michigan

Happy Fall in Michigan!   There’s really nothing that compares to a Michigan fall. With its clear skies, crisp breeze, and breathtaking colors, Michigan takes the cake! With it comes all the classic fall activities we all love! Here are our suggestions on how to get the most out of this short but sweet season!  …

Michigan Apple Orchards

Top Picks For Must Visit Michigan Apple Orchards

10 of Our Favorite Michigan Apple Orchards We are coming into the best time of year, in my opinion. I mean, really, what’s not to love about fall? Cool days, fashionable boots, fun scarves, tailgate parties, and of course, it’s apple and pumpkin season! Apple season means its time to visit apple farms, drink cider, …

Yummy Apple Pie

  I don’t know about you but a warm apple pie on a fall day sounds pretty darn good!  Here’s an easy apple pie recipe that can be fun for the whole family to enjoy from beginning to end….literally!   Ingredients: 1/4 cup all-purpose flour  1 recipe (2 disks) basic pie dough for apple pie …

September Michigan Festivals

  Happy September!  Are you ready to continue the fun throughout the month of September? The weather is a little cooler and kids are back in school but Michigan still has so much to offer families like yours throughout the month of September! Check out our list below of September Michigan Festivals.   September Michigan …

Crunchy Waldorf Salad with Cinnamon Yogurt Dressing

Leave it to me to mess around with Waldorf salad – a classic salad recipe.   Typically the celery is blanched first – I didn’t cook anything. The normal dressing, at least the ones I’ve had, contain mayo.   I put a spin on the recipe by using yogurt in place of the mayo and …

Bubbly Caramel Apple Crisp

  Caramel Apple Crisp   It’s that time of the year when you can find apples everywhere.  My favorite is the Honey Crisp, but for baking I use McIntosh apples.  I love apple crisp – either by itself or with ice cream on it for a special treat.  I decided to play around with it …