It’s worth driving in pursuit of a great brew. But once you’re there, what else is there to do? Here are our suggestions for brewery/activity pairings: Albion Malleable Brewing Co. pairs well with a movie at the Bohm Albion Malleable Brewing Company has the warmth of the city’s industrial past…
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What are the top three customer favorites at True North Ice Cream? It all comes down to the classics. #1 Vanilla Bean This wholesome ice cream is flecked with imported vanilla beans. It’s a testament to how, when done well, the simple things are the best. It’s got the creamy kind of texture you…
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Here in Calhoun County, we have a knack for two things— delicious food and the great outdoors. There’s an abundance of unique patio dining options to gather and enjoy the fresh air and tasty bites. Some are in the downtown Social District, allowing visitors to stroll around the river area with…
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Battle Creek’s biggest festival celebrates flight – whether it’s hot air balloons, jet planes, Ferris wheels or fireworks. New to the event? Then here are some tips. The schedule Field of Flight lasts from July 3-7 and each day has different flavors. If you want the air show and fireworks, go…
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Albion Malleable Brewing Co. Albion Malleable Brewing Company has the warmth of the city’s industrial past, balanced with the bright notes of future possibilities. “Porter” used to be a physically demanding job, and the workers were known to like dark beer. So it’s fitting that AMBC calls their…
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Station 66 is a little roadside attraction that does triple duty as a market, cafe and ice cream parlor. Vintage pop bottles People of a certain age will remember buying glass Coke bottles at the gas station. Well, Station 66 was once a station and keeps the vintage vibe with an ice chest full…
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After a series of pop-ups, JJ’s Sweet Treats is now in a brick and mortar store. Jars of cookies and rows of cakes are on sale in downtown Battle Creek from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursdays 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays. Jordan Edwards shares the space with his mother, who owns Chris Edwards…
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Ciao Bella Chocolat has a European feel, selling Italian pastries straight from the owner Karen Pacella’s family cookbook. For lunch, you can have Pacella’s Italian soups and paninis or a quiche from local favorite Bakewell. But the star of the show is the chocolate, made by hand straight from…
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Are you looking for somewhere to celebrate St. Patty’s Day in Calhoun County? Thankfully, there’s plenty of local restaurants/pubs that will be hosting St. Patrick’s Day celebrations all weekend long! Celebrate with food and drink specials this St. Patty’s Day all throughout Calhoun County. However…
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You can’t talk about the food of Umami Ramen without talking about Lani Hedges. “Lani is the star of our kitchen,” wrote owner Peecoon Allen. “Making us laugh and dance (doing the Electric Slide) while cooking the broths and rolling egg rolls.” Lani and Peecoon have weathered the restaurant…
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