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The best way to taste chocolate is to let it melt in your mouth. That way, Jenny Risner-Wade says, you can pick up on the flavor notes -- and chocolate by itself has 300. This symphony of flavor can be found in Yellow Bird Chocolate Shop. “Yellow Bird” was Jenny’s childhood nickname. “I’ve…
Read MoreGet your Oktoberfest on with a little help from our local brewers. Buy beer in cans and growlers for your own festival at home. Prost! Territorial Brewing Co. Fill your growler with German beer and order some German food for take-out at Territorial Brewing Co. Brats and spätzle go well…
Read MoreBreathe in the crisp air of autumn while biking on one of the area’s nature trails. Whether you only want to go a mile or two and get a beer or if you’re ready for a long ride, we have something for you. From Riverwalk to Dark Horse Enjoy a beer after traveling beside the Kalamazoo River on…
Read MoreThere are places where you can get a savory seasonal meal -- places such as Kitchen Proper, Malleable Brewing, Lucky Rooster and Umami Ramen depend on local produce. But it’s also a time for doughnuts, pie and hot drinks. Here are seven places to satisfy your seasonal sweet tooth: Cafe Rica…
Read MoreWhen experienced golfers hear Lake Doster, they think “Little Monster.” The notorious par 3 hole sounds easy enough on paper. It’s only 80 yards in all. But Tim Hartson, managing general partner, says you’ll feel the intimidation once you’re standing at the top of the hill. It’s an elevated tee…
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