This is a repost of a blog we put up last year, an uncharacteristically early spring. Although spring seems to be taking its time this year, this shocking exposé on the real and observable signs that global climate change is changing our Midwestern ecosystem is a clarion call for … um … well, something. See […]
Michigan has a surprisingly high number of excellent breweries producing exceptional beer. Michigan’s total of more than 80 beer-makers ranks fifth nationally. Two of our very favorites are Arbor Brewing Company out of Ann Arbor/Ypsilanti and Dark Horse Brewing Co. out of Marshall and, when we heard they were working on brewing another beer together, well, we […]
In honor of these last few brisk March days, how about a hardy bowl of black bean chili? Black Bean Chili Ingredients 1 pound dried black turtle beans (~2 cups) (or 5 cups canned) 3 quarts water (or as needed for soaking beans) 2-3 Bay leaves 3-4 Tablespoons olive oil 1 large onion, chopped 2 […]
Ever wonder how maple syrup is made? Well, I did. Luckily, just down the road from my house, is Hudson Mills Metropark and they have tours on the weekends in March to show you just how the process works. When I called to reserve a spot in one of the tours, I explained that I […]
