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22 22 | TRUST. YOUR. EDGE A spirited tale from TC native and local personality Shea Petaja, who laces up her skates and braves the ice for the first time since childhood.

26 | SATURDAY NIGHT SUPPERS This hangout in snowy Northport does pop-up dinners right.

32 | SNAPSHOTS FROM THE SLOPES Get ready for the feel-good ride through our Northern ski hill history.

38 | A WINTER WEDDING IS COMING What could be a more perfect setting for a Game of Thrones-inspired wedding than Charlevoix’s Castle Farms ...

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15 | JANUARY EVENTS Big snow. Big fun.

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48 | LOVE OF THE LAND Leland’s irreplaceable Fishtown.

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A Rink in Time TEXT BY DEBORAH WYATT FELLOWS

We weren’t really skaters when we decided to make an ice rink each winter, first on the lake and then in our yard. We love winter and with three boys and a tomboy, skating right outside our door was just a dreamy vision. And it was … most of the time.

Our journey to skating bliss was fraught with joy and challenge: Marital challenges (it’s amazing how crazy you can become over smooth ice), one bout of stitches, one broken arm (mine), dozens of lost hockey pucks, hundreds of flaming cheeks and giddy grins, untold gallons of hot cocoa, breathtaking full-moon skates and three homemade Zambonis the second of which involved visible flames.

When you live on an inland lake in Northern Michigan, winter brings a wide-open playground. We’ve skied across it untold times for breakfast, donned snowshoes when the snowfall was profound, dabbled in ice fishing, built igloos and created many, many contraptions involving kites and sleds.

The Holy Grail when you live on an inland lake in winter is clear, smooth ice. It happens rarely and without warning. Lake ice is wild ice; it changes literally by day. But when you wake to a windblown, clear surface on the lake, it’s time for the skating day of your dreams. Any of us who poured over Hans Christian Andersen knows the images his work filled our heads with: Whole villages in warm coats with fur hats and muffs skating the rivers through gorgeous waterscapes along the shore. I was a devotee. Thus the cry that would resonate through our house when the sun came up and the lake ice was smooth.

On clear lake ice, you can skate forever. The kids would squeal as fish swam beneath their feet and in older years, hockey pucks flew for hundreds of yards with one swing. The sun was always out on clear ice days, which meant discarded coats in the dead of winter, hats thrown to the side, cheeks flushed with the cold air and with sheer joy. Iceboats always appear with clear ice, as their network sent the message amongst themselves of what lake has smooth ice that day.

Our family and friends skated, the colorful sails of iceboats would fly by and our little ones would wave as if at a parade. Truly, if you have not experienced smooth, clear ice on a sunny winter day, put it on your list.

But lake ice is wild ice and a fickle mistress. So drawn were we to adding more skating days on the lake that we began a multi-year pursuit to actually tame the ice into a smooth rink.

There were many rewarding moments where painstaking work and nurturing offered one or two days of blissful skating, all of us gliding under the lights well into the night. Because we knew: In a matter of a day or two, a northwest wind would absolutely stir the waters below and we’d wake to the rink covered in the dreaded crust.

Still, we tried. I took to stalking rink builders on the Internet certain there was an answer to creating a permanent rink on our lake (if you’re out there, we’d still love to know the secret). My husband, Neal, must have tried 30 theories of how to engineer the rink in a way that would withstand the undercurrents: Building up the sites and freezing them, something

with PVC pipe, flooding, spraying, and on and on. He spent endless hours perfecting his Zamboni because if the crust was not too intense, we could sometimes smooth it. His final design?

It was an old set of downhill skis, a beach towel, a propane tank and the turkey cooker that attaches to our grill. Water from the pump in the lake filled the turkey cooker which was attached to the propane tank to continually heat the water. A hose from the cooker fed hot water to the ice and the trailing beach towel smoothed it out.

The first time the kids and I gathered to admire his latest Rube Goldberg invention, my admiration was tinged with a dose of horror that he would be literally pulling a lit propane tank.

But the truth is, the obsession to create smooth ice had taken such a hold on Neal and I that I actually cheered when he lit the cooker.

But for us, there was no taming wild ice. So, we bit the bullet and made a smaller rink in the yard. We were dejected but hooked on skating through the winter unfettered. The first year we placed the largest blue tarp we could find in the yard, the projected freeze failed to materialize. Thus, we went day in and day out through that Christmas holiday with eight inches of unfrozen water filling an extremely unattractive blue tarp. Far from romantic, it resembled a huge, very ugly, goldfish pond.

During that time of waiting, a Northwest wind came through so strongly it lifted the tarp sides and threatened to send gallons of water into the yard.

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editor’s note trying to keep the tarp from pulling loose while Neal secured it. When ice was forming on the kids’ snowsuits, I got ahold of myself and rushed them inside to warm baths. The ice obsession can only go so far.

But freeze it did that year and every year after. We had years of winter days when I could watch the skaters’ breath linger in clouds about their heads from the kitchen as I made cocoa. We had endless evenings where dinner dishes were left in favor of spinning about under those Northern Michigan winter skies filled with millions of stars. It wasn’t lake ice, but it was our version of the dream and over time, it was simply dreamy.

I relished the throngs of kids who played for endless hours well into the night on our rink under lights we strung that were never strong enough to block out the stars. But I also remember a few of our neighbors, all retired, who came down to skate on that rink in the yard. Like me, they hadn’t skated since they were kids and it was pure joy to watch them. Tentative first glides were filled with the adult worry of hurt, but to a person, it came back: That graceful, simple act of skating around in a circle in the fresh air of winter. I admit, I even occasionally instituted not “adult skate,” exactly, but “non-hockey time” and can still remember the conversations with adult friends and neighbors as we skated, and the mittened hand of one of the kids who would round the rink with me.

Playing in winter always provides a childlike joy, because really, we all played outside in the winter. We bundled up against the cold, usually shedding clothes as the day unfolded, and we relished the air and the wonder of snow. If we let it, winter offers each of us this chance. The awe, exhilaration and simple joys are just outside, still waiting for us.

Deborah Wyatt Fellows is founder and editor in chief of Traverse Magazine/MyNorth.com. debwf@traversemagazine.com.

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Meet Chelsey Skowronski A Northern Michigan native moves back home to follow her dreams. Chelsey’s Suttons Bay boutique, Poppy Things, features her own clothing collections, along with handpicked, handmade products from artists across the nation.

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You really love poppies!

Yes! My whole family lived in Cedar. I grew up on my parents’ farm and down the way was my grandparents’ house and upholstery shop. When I was 12, my mom let me ride my bike to visit them. That’s when I first noticed the Poppy House. I became obsessed with it, detouring there every trip. It’s on seven acres with a beautiful view of Lake Leelanau. A little white farmhouse. I went there to pray, journal, sketch. I remember one day the poppies just burst open—Oriental poppies are bright red-orange with a black center. They’re fairly hard to grow, but once they find land they like, they really take to it. Between the pleats and colors … I was amazed.

How did Poppy Things go from dream to reality?

I went to Glen Lake Middle School and I would take fashion drawings of outfits to a teacher that I thought she should wear. She suggested I look into fashion school, and that ignited the spark. It didn’t become clear I could own a retail space until I started managing a local clothing store called Haystacks when I was 17. I started doing craft shows at 18.

After I graduated from Kendall College of Art and Design in Grand Rapids, I was contract sewing for a company making sustainable accessories, while also working on Poppy Things full time, selling my products online and at craft shows. Jason, now my husband, wanted to move back home to Northern Michigan but rent is so high, and I couldn’t find a job. We were going to stay in Grand Rapids and then everything kind of fell into place. An affordable,4

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up north | people year-round house for rent opened up between Suttons Bay and Traverse City and I was offered a job there for the same wage I was making in Grand Rapids. In November 2018, we moved back. A few months later, I met Carly Campbell, who owns Forget-Me-Not Florist in Suttons Bay. She was downsizing and had extra space she wanted to rent out.

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Then you did a crowdfunding campaign on Kickstarter for supplies—and got 109% funding.

It was shocking. I didn’t want to do the Kickstarter; I wasn’t comfortable taking money from people, but one of my best friends convinced me to. I had taken out a small business loan to start the process of having my clothing collection made by a Lansing manufacturer. To get the quantity and quality I want, I have to outsource some of the sewing because I’m just one person. It’s so important to me to manufacture in the U.S. and Michigan. I was able to meet the seamstresses in Lansing and make sure they’re being paid living wages. The fabrics I’m using don’t hurt the environment. I don’t mail or package any of my clothing in plastic … turns out starting a business is super expensive! After the loan, I still needed money for supplies and fabric. When people started showing their support, many who I didn’t even know, it made me feel like I have something that’s worth it. Poppy Things wasn’t a dream anymore.

What do you hope people experience when they visit your shop?

I want them to feel welcomed.

This is something I thought a lot about. I have a hangout area I’m so proud of because I want the store to feel warm and people can stay awhile and chat. I want people to understand what Poppy Things and I stand for. Made in Michigan. Supporting artists. Sustainability.

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ELK RAPIDS DISTRICT LIBRARY 300 ISLE OF PINES, ELK RAPIDS | 231.264.9979 A white footbridge across the Elk River connects this beloved historic library to the center of downtown. Built as a private residence in the 1860s, the library was originally known as the Island House. Katherine Dexter McCormick gave the home to the village in 1948 and it became the library in 1949. Today, a $5 million capital campaign is underway for a 6,300-square-foot addition, including a program room, adult reading area, children and teen areas, and a deck overlooking East Grand Traverse Bay with outdoor seating. The plan also calls for the restoration of several historical elements of the Island House such as the parlor, the fireplace located near the front desk and a conservatory. Construction plans: ERLIBRARYFRIEND.COM. ELKRAPIDSLIBRARY.ORG

EVERYONE’S FAVORITE PERCH: The porch overlooking East Grand Traverse Bay. “When we are done with the renovation and construction, there will be many more areas that I think will become favorites,” says Library Director Nannette Miller.

“With more space, we can offer many more and different kinds of programs without worrying about turning people away.”

PENINSULA COMMUNITY LIBRARY 2893 ISLAND VIEW RD., TRAVERSE CITY | 231.223.7700 The 5,600-square-foot library opened in September 2019, moving from its former home at Old Mission Peninsula School.

“The public loves the new library,” says Library Director Vicki Shurly. “We have seen patrons we know return and many new people. One man was almost in tears. He told us, ‘This is the most beautiful library I have ever been in.’

“This library is a gift from the community to the community. The building was constructed entirely on donated funds; we have no debt. It is fast becoming the heart of Old Mission, and we are so grateful to all who made this happen.”

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FIND YOUR NOOK: There are so many! The fireplace is a highlight on cold, windy days. The Johnson Carroll Local History Room features furnishings from one of the peninsula’s heritage farmhouses, including a beautiful etched glass door with a working doorbell. The community room accommodates 80 people and will be available to groups beginning in January.

Children adore the play area with its mini Tom’s Food Market.

INTERLOCHEN PUBLIC LIBRARY 9411 TENTH ST., INTERLOCHEN | 231.276.6767 Last December, the new Interlochen Public Library celebrated its grand opening, featuring modern amenities like a kids’ room, study cubbies and a full kitchen. “Everyone who has come into the library has been very proud,” says Library Director Renee Kelchak. People’s favorite features? The seethrough fireplace and lounge study area. TADL.ORG/INTERLOCHEN INSIDER TIPS: Throughout the year, there are two monthly book clubs and fun community gatherings like the Lego/ Maker group for children, ukulele nights, knitting circles, bridge club and more. “We have a great gentle yoga teacher who donates her time every Tuesday morning at 10 a.m.,” says Renee, “and we have a wonderfully supportive Library Board and Friends of the Library group. You can join us at any time and be very welcome!”

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Looking for some glitz in the darkness of winter? Couldn't find a sitter for New Year's Eve? Slip away for an evening of glamor and intrigue in Traverse City at 123 Speakeasy’s Inaugural Masquerade Ball. Dance lesson begins at 6:30 p.m., raffle drawing at 7:30 p.m. Dinner, dessert, open bar, dance lesson, photo booth and door prizes all included in the $90 package. Dress Code: This is a formal event; get creative with the “Black and Gold” theme. While tuxedos are not required, they are encouraged! This is a fun opportunity to get as glitzed-and-glammed-out as your wildest dreams. MyNorthTickets.com TX

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Live music from The Broom Closet Boys, bounce houses, sledding, food, cocktail specials, good cheer and more at The Leland Lodge. More details available on Facebook.

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Dust off your Lederhosen and enjoy a taste of the Alps! Go XC skiing on the HQ trail system, then test your strength at Masskrugstemmen, with stein-holding contests for men and women. Three people at a time can ski in unison atop a giant pair of “Team Skis” in the Team Ski Time Trials at 3 p.m. All guests are encouraged to dress in their best German attire for a costume contest at 4 p.m. Special guest German Dave will be serving delicious Bavarian fare, including soft pretzels, sausages, sauerkraut and, of course, German beer. Cross Country Ski Headquarters, Roscommon. visithoughtonlake.com

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Traverse City’s Dennos Museum Center presents several films during the year, sourced from a variety of local, national and international filmmakers and organizations. Events are free of charge and feature a documentary film followed by a discussion with community leaders and scholars. Film synopsis: Easter Island is a microcosm of a planet in flux. Native Rapanui grapple with a booming tourism trade that rakes in money, but brings about a changing climate that threatens the fragile ecology on the island. Rapanui filmmaker Sergio Mata’u Rapu gives voice to his fellow islanders, who struggle to balance their strong cultural heritage with modern-day challenges. dennosmuseum.org

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Rhythm Society Orchestra: 4

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and radio programs. Crooner Paul King describes his style as "a mixture of Mel Torme, Joe Williams and Frank Sinatra—with a dash of Cab Calloway thrown in."

Detroit's Metro Times jokes, "His voice has been banned in some nightclubs for inducing public displays of affection on the dance floor." The Rhythm Society Orchestra has been featured at many of the Midwest's largest swing dance events including dance workshops with some of the world's top instructors. Crooked Tree Arts Center, Petoskey. MyNorthTickets.com MET Opera Live in HD: Wozzeck (Berg): 11

Berg’s 20th-century shocker stars baritone Peter Mattei in the title role with Music Director Yannick Nézet-Séguin on the podium and soprano Elza van den Heever as the long-suffering Marie. Groundbreaking visual artist and director William Kentridge unveils a bold new staging set in an apocalyptic wasteland. Ramsdell Regional Center for the Arts, Manistee. MyNorthTickets.com GLCO Sunday Series: 12

Great Lakes Chamber Orchestra presents a free Sunday Series featuring the complete Chopin Preludes by Cheryl Staats and String Trio. Performance at 4 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church, Harbor Springs. Reception to follow. Sunday Series provides free chamber music with small ensembles of musicians from the orchestra. The venue location rotates throughout Northern Michigan neighborhoods. MyNorthTickets.com Gopherwood Concerts Presents Willy Porter: 23

Willy Porter continues on a musical and personal odyssey spanning more than two decades, 11 albums and multiple continents. His journey has been defined by an inquisitive love for humanity and the language that describes what we all hold to be true. Porter’s songs weave a universal perspective about the questions, struggles and triumphs of human existence. A largely self-taught musician, Porter began treating audiences to his brand of guitar playing and wry storytelling in the late ‘80s while living in Madison, Wisconsin.

Porter has logged millions of miles across America, Canada, the UK and Europe, touring solo, as well as with various incarnations of the Willy Porter Band and in support of artists like Tori Amos, Paul Simon, Jethro Tull, Sting and Jeff Beck.

This house concert will take place in the home of Paul and Nancy Brown in Cadillac. Feel free to bring your own beverage and snacks. MyNorthTickets.com

Nature

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Grass River Shiver: 11

Strap on your snowshoes and run through the beautiful, snow-covered Grass River Natural Area in Bellaire.

The snowshoe race is a fundraiser for the nonprofit’s programs. A prize is awarded to overall male and female 5k/10k winners. $25 registration includes a one-of-akind race through wetlands and woods, a voucher for a free soup lunch at Short's Brewery on race day and afterrace snacks and refreshments. grassriver.org

Sports

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Twilight Turtle Trek: 4

Go on a lantern-lit ski and snowshoeing trek through some of Mackinac Island's natural winter wonderland.

The trail begins at Greaney Grove (corner of Arch Rock Road and Huron Road) with a bonfire and hot chocolate.

The trail is groomed, track-set, lit by lanterns and approximately 2 miles long. Bring your own skis for this free event, beginning at 5:30 p.m. mackinacisland.org World Snow Day at Crystal Mountain: 19

In celebration of World Snow Day, Crystal Mountain is offering a variety of free activities geared to introduce "firsttimers" to the great world of snow. crystalmountain.com

Sardine Special at Shanty Creek Resort: 20

While others are charging holiday rates, on January 20 pack as many friends, family members, neighbors and anyone else you can find into your car and head to Schuss Mountain. Everyone in your vehicle skis or rides for just $69 per carload. shantycreek.com Bigfoot 5k & 10k Snowshoe Race: 25

Join a crowd of all ages and abilities for this fun, competitive event. The course is a super hilly, off-trail run with plenty of logs to jump and branches to duck! If there is no snow, bring your trail shoes; the race goes on regardless of the conditions. Timber Ridge Resort, Traverse City. runsnow.com

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The Annual Issue of MyNorth Weddings, $6.95, ShopMyNorth.com 2nd Annual Bourbon & Bacon Bash: 7-19

Visit Boyne Highlands on Martin Luther King weekend to indulge in all things bacon and bourbon! Not only will the food and drink specials take on this theme, but all of the events, too. With the return of The Sizzler and a new Boarder Cross event on Sunday, you'll be sure to have plenty of barrel-aged fun. boynehighlands.com Herbs for Mood Elevation and Preventing S.A.D.: 18

Sierra Bigham of Bear Earth Herbals will introduce you to herbs that can help you get through the winter with a healthy, well-nourished mental and emotional outlook. Sierra will cover simple ways to incorporate these herbs into your daily routines. Participants will have an opportunity to make their own personalized winter tea blend to take home and enjoy.

Twisted Fish Gallery, Elk Rapids. MyNorthTickets.com Three Men and a Tenor: 18

Great pop vocal music, quick-witted humor and overall likeability make Three Men and a Tenor a unique experience for audiences that cannot be matched. “27 years. Ups and downs. Fights and fun. Marriages and children. Used cars and equipment trucks. Somehow, making it all work. Same original founding members. Same simple goal of making people feel better through a couple of hours of musical interaction and laughter.” Charlevoix Cinema III. MyNorthTickets.com Weekend Dinners at the Inn at Black Star Farms: 4, 18

Enjoy an intimate three-course dining experience at the Inn at Black Star Farms in Suttons Bay. The culinary team—winner of the Best Classic Food & Wine Pairing at the Grand Rapids International Wine, Beer & Food Festival—created a special prix fixe menu to accompany their wines and help you warm up on a wintry day. This event includes three courses and a glass of house wine; additional wine may be purchased for an extra cost. MyNorthTickets.com Fulfillament Storytelling: 22

Fulfillament is a storytelling event featuring local community leaders and entrepreneurs who share their journey toward fulfillment through vocation that will challenge you to come alive. Each storyteller will issue a challenge for the audience to do something to find fulfillment in their own lives. A $500 grant is awarded to an audience member with a good idea who needs some help to get it started. City Opera House, Traverse City. fulfillamentstories.com The Cooks’ House Dinner with Mari Vineyards

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Expect delicious food and wine when Mari Vineyards and The Cooks' House come together to create a five-course dinner with wine pairings. MyNorthTickets.com Libby Stallman is calendar editor of Traverse. Enter your event information at MyNorth.com/events two to three months prior to event date. Questions or for more information, email Libby@mynorth.com.

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U P C OMI N G SHO W S JANUARY 18 Charlie Millard Band JANUARY 26 Valentiger JANUARY 30 May Erlewine FEBRUARY 7 After Ours FEBRUARY 9 Michael Beauchamp-Cohen and Samantha Cooper FEBRUARY 15 Olivia Millerschin MARCH 5 Ian Link MARCH 21 Political Lizard MARCH 28 Spirits Rising

LIVE IN THE YURT CONCERT SERIES WHEN: JANUARY–MARCH WHERE: THE LITTLE FLEET, TRAVERSE CITY These incredibly intimate performances (yes, they're in an actual yurt) feature a range of local and national musicians, from Olivia Millerschin, a quarter-finalist on NBC’s America’s Got Talent, to Northern Michigan favorite's like the Charlie Millard Band. Tickets are limited and available at MyNorthTickets.com.

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SKI OUT YOUR DOOR Have an Up North ski-cation at one of these cozy home rentals and glide over snowy woodland trails.

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Book rental number 305 and up to 10 people can ski directly onto the 18.5 kilometers (11.5 miles) of ski trails that wind around Lake Michaywe, including a lighted loop for nighttime skiing. PINECONEVACATIONS.COM

Ski from the door (with a short jaunt along M-109) to the Sleeping Bear Heritage Trail. Friends of Sleeping Bear groom it for classic and skate skiing, concentrating on the stretch between Glen Arbor and Glen Haven—the one you can easily reach. Glen Arbor dining and Lake Michigan are both just steps from the door, too. LVRRENTALS.COM

ROCKY TOP FARMS, ELLSWORTH All four seasons are magical at Rocky Top Farms, a working cherry orchard with several vacation rentals. The custombuilt Treehouse sleeps six and the sweet one-bedroom Little Cabin sleeps two. The owners groom cross-country trails on the property, and for après-ski ahhhs, there's a shared sixperson outdoor hot tub. ROCKYTOPFARMS.COM

SAARI HOUSE, IRONWOOD ABR Ski Trails is a full-service ski touring center boasting 75 kilometers of trails on more than 1,100 wilderness acres in “Big Snow Country.” Choose skate or classic trails; there are even areas for snowshoeing and skijoring. On-site rentals book years ahead, but new Airbnb super hosts have added this rustic-chic farmhouse on the trail (you just need to get trail passes!). AIRBNB.COM/ROOMS/25912121, ABRSKI.COM

WAYFARER TREEHOUSE, LAKE LEELANAU This house in the trees built by Hygge Supply highlights Scandinavian design principles with modern furniture and a “less is more” approach. Out-the-door skiing at this threebedroom beauty happens between scenic rows of trees in a neighboring orchard. HYGGESUPPLY.COM/SUPPLY/STAY

LINCOLN LOG CABIN, IRON RIVER Remember playing with Lincoln Logs as a child? This cabin takes us back to those days. Whole logs stacked into the perfect winter getaway with a vaulted ceiling, open beams, stone fireplace and rustic decor. The sheltered porch makes a great spot for donning and removing skis, which you’ll use on the well-marked trails adjoining the Hagerman Lake home. FRESHWATERVACATIONRENTALS.COM

UNION SCHOOL, SUTTONS BAY This light-filled luxury condo sits inside a former stone schoolhouse near the 17-mile Leelanau Trail. Head down a little-traveled neighborhood street, clomp across M-22 and you're on it. Follow it all the way to Traverse City or make your destination the heated igloos at Hop Lot Brewing Company or one of several wineries just off the trail.

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Six Degrees The hike was impromptu. Up and out the door, a scramble when I saw the pink sky in the east.

BY KANDACE CHAPPLE

I hadn’t seen the sun in a full 12 days.

It was late winter, and even the most diehard outdoor enthusiasts were thinking about leaving Northern Michigan, maybe for good. I could get to the lake before the sun finished coming up, if I hurried.

Six degrees. A sparkling, crisp, still, six degrees. The trailhead parking lot was empty, the snow crunching under my tires, loud, over the engine. With no fresh snow and nothing but packed, solid white ground, sound traveled everywhere in an instant, the slightest movement like spilled marbles on hardwood.

I pulled cleats on over the soles of my boots. I was off, a burst of pink jacket in the stark quiet.

The trail wound through the woods, gaining on the lake with every curve to the right. I set to it at a quick pace. The pink bloom in the sky was widening, spreading north and south, reaching higher with each minute, weakening even as it grew bigger.

Past the bare maples, under the curling leaves of the oaks and through the smattering of green-needled pines.

I hurried, stopping only when I heard something I hadn’t heard in months: Birds.

They were out. In that moment, I realized that the winter woods were alive with birds calling and chirping and, there, a crow soared by and coughed, a haggled sound like dying. It

was the most beautiful sound I’d ever heard. It was too early for spring but I would settle for this: A preview.

A chickadee took his black cap past me next and then the boom, boom, boom of a pileated woodpecker came from the south. I had brought my earbuds with me to listen to music, but now the idea was laughable. I was in for a much bigger chorus.

As I approached the lake, the pink revealed an orange orb, the sun, a welcomed stranger. I left the trail and bore right, breaking through shindeep snow. I headed to the end of the lake surrounded by cedar, where man didn’t often venture. It wasn’t far, as humankind, I’d learned, doesn’t often leave the beaten path. It was simple to extract myself from the rest of the world by simply going earlier, hiking farther, staying longer. Pulling back a handful of bramble branches, I slipped away from the marked path, free.

It was reedy and strewn with brush at the shore but just a few steps more, and I was free of land. The lake stood frozen, flat, unmarred. Above, a smoky fog bank rolled in against the white expanse. And higher still, the sun rose up, breaking them both down.

It was stunning.

I made my way out, onto the lake.

But I didn’t go too far. Yes, if I fell in here, I might still be able to touch.

And when I found that edge, I took two more steps. Three. I wanted to

be as far out as I dared. And I stood, letting nature take me in and surround me on all sides. A disappearing act of sorts in the huge bank of clouds. But, inside, I felt the opposite: A grounding, a checking in, a settling down.

I waited as the sun rose and did its work. The pink slipped away altogether and then the orange disappeared, too.

The higher the sun rose, the whiter it became, colorless in the fog.

Within minutes, maybe 10, the sun burned away the fog, and finally, blue sky arced above, at first lost in the fog and then overhead all at once.

To think, I’d almost missed it.

In that moment of joy, I was surprised to feel a rush of regret. Regret for all the mornings I’d missed, traded in for sleep or getting to work or keeping warm. I felt a rekindling then, an appreciation for the bounties of winter, to look for them every day. A vow, too, to come here earlier and more often.

I stayed until the sun doubled the six degrees, then tripled it. I headed home, happy, warmed from the hike through the deep snow and the precious moments on the lake’s surface, the pink from the sky now on my cheeks.

Kandace Chapple is the editor and publisher of Grand Traverse Woman Magazine. Her essays have been published in Writer’s Digest, Chicken Soup for the Soul, Literary Mama, Motherwell and more.

She loves to mountain bike on Northern Michigan trails, hike with her dog, Cookie, and spend time with her husband and two sons. Visit her at kandacechapple.com.

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TRUST. YOUR. EDGE. DAD AND DAUGHTER LACE UP AND LEARN A BIT MORE ABOUT EACH OTHER, AND THEMSELVES. TEXT BY SHEA PETAJA // PHOTOS BY ANDY WAKEMAN

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Lunch was scheduled for noon at The Franklin in downtown Traverse City, with two well-known writers—Steve Hamilton and Bryan Gruley. The National Writers Series has a knack for bringing in the most fabulous writers to our Northern town, and my boss Dennis Prout and I were joining the series’ founders to welcome them. I did what any responsible adult who was about to meet two famous writers would do, I Googled them. Steve Hamilton, a highly acclaimed mystery writer is one of only two writers to receive the Edgars for both Best First Novel and Best Novel. Bryan Gruley is an American writer who shared the Pulitzer Prize for journalism and is currently a reporter for Bloomberg News. As an aspiring writer, I should know them, but I didn’t. An hour before lunch I read everything I could, memorized their backgrounds, and then I tried to back out. I begged Dennis, “Please! Take someone else with you.

I am embarrassed, I never read their books. I don’t know enough about their stories. What will I talk about?” Dennis, the one who hired me because I’m fearless with people, said, “You of all people will figure it out.” He wasn’t going to let me escape this quandary.

I Googled more, I took more notes and I decided that I’d have to be brave. Surely our lunch companions, Doug and Anne Stanton, each of them also well-known writers, would help me out, right?

I walked into The Franklin with my head held high and my notes tucked neatly into my purse. I saw Bryan and his wife (thank you, Google images) and immediately introduced myself, “You must be Bryan Gruley, I’m Shea Petaja, we are having lunch together today.”

He held out his hand, smiled and then with a flash of curiosity he said, “Married or maiden name?” I replied, “Maiden.” He continued, “Where are you from?” I shot back, “Here.” Suddenly I felt like I was meeting with a detective, which would make sense because he’s a mystery writer. “Where are your parents from?” “Detroit and Cadillac.” His booming, radio-ready voice burst with excitement as he solved the mystery, “JIMMY PETAJA! Your dad is Jimmy Petaja?”

I started to laugh and said, “Yes! That’s my dad.” He continued, “When I was 13, living in Redford, I recruited your dad to play on my hockey team. He scored four goals against the other team and we won. We WON because of Jimmy Petaja! That guy is an incredible player. I haven’t seen him since.” Turns out, Google doesn’t have information like this. It’s only found in human interaction and the memories of those who never forget. My parents cancelled their plans that evening and joined us at the National Writers Series for the unplanned reunion. I was reminded once again, that hockey is less about the sport and more about the connections.

There’s not a week that goes by in this small town without someone saying, “Petaja? Petaja. Pet - ahhhh - jha. How do I know that name?” It’s inevitably linked back to one of three things: Hockey, church or a house. Either you played hockey with my grandfather, great uncle, dad or brother; you went to church with my family or my dad built your house. I can’t get away with anything in this town.

Which turns out to be a good thing. So, where does Petaja come from? It’s Finnish. My great grandparents moved to the Upper Peninsula from Finland. My grandfather moved to Detroit after

college at Michigan Tech to work for “the man”—Chrysler. They worked hard, saved hard and played hard. The family motto was, “First we work, then we play (hockey).” It wasn’t until 1971 that my grandfather moved the family to Traverse City. He was invited by his cousin Dr. Arnold Sarya to help build the Glacier Dome. The dome would allow people to skate indoors. This had yet to be seen in the area. Most ice-skating happened on abandoned parking lots, the lake or backyards. Dr. Sarya was a visionary ahead of his time. My grandfather and his brother moved everyone up north and started their own business, “The Petaja Bros.,” and the rest is small-town history.

While I don’t have a specific memory of the Glacier Dome, I remember countless nights at the rink built shortly after called the Bubble Dome. When we weren’t at the Bubble Dome, we were on the lake or on our backyard rink. Eventually the Howe Arena became a second home as my brother took on hockey and I became a figure skater.

My dad offered to get me into hockey, but I was too distracted by the dance routines and sequined costumes. There was something so alluring about the control you could have with a toe pick. After I had my ice time to perfect my version of Michelle Kwan, I would play hockey in my figure skates. Like my dad, I was a right-handed writer with a left-handed stick. I preferred strategy over skill and if I fell, I always took a moment to smell the ice. If you’re a skater, you understand that this can be as nostalgic as your grandmothers’ cookies.

The joke among family and friends is that my dad was born with a hammer in his hand and skates on his feet. While my grandfather Bob Petaja and great uncle Burt Petaja are hockey legends at Michigan Tech, my dad didn’t join a team until his early teen years when he succumbed to peer pressure from guys like Bryan Gruley.

The puck doesn’t fall far from the center because he has the same talent. Being Finnish and partaking in the daily sauna (pronounced sow-nah) surely helped!

When I approached my dad last winter and asked him to teach me how to skate on hockey skates, not only was he surprised, his entire team was on board too. Hockey guys started dropping gear off at my office. First a stick, then some gloves and then a few pairs of skates. My desk began to look like a locker room. The only things I was missing were the pads. No worries; local legend Don Rutt came to the rescue, letting me borrow his.

We met at a private rink in a barn located on a working farm in Williamsburg. Privacy was the royal treatment I would need to spare my ego, which was soon flattened by the appearance of my mother. I guess every hockey player has one in the family: a hockey mom, and you’re never too old to have a hockey mom.

Andy Wakeman was there as the photographer to document the moment. Not only was he my best friend growing up, but also he played hockey on almost every rink my dad built since 1991 and helped maintain them too.

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I suited up and walked onto the ice with as much grace as the Michelin Man. I got on the ice and I fell. Not once, not twice, but multiple times. Hockey skates are like foot prisons. You roll on them looking a lot like those bop bags that are blow-up versions of a clown filled with a sand bottom. The whole purpose of a bop bag is that it gets knocked down only to get up again. I teetered back and forth subconsciously searching for the toe pick to save me. It didn’t. I got knocked down, but I did not bounce back up again. If there is one reason to choose this sport, it’s the pads—they are wonderful.

My dad, the philosopher, said, “Shea, you have to trust your edges. Like this.”

Just like that he showed me his magic tricks. He swooped to the left and to the right and then he did the grapevine on ice. I’ve been witnessing this my entire life being fully amused but never appreciative, until now. He’s not the brute force player who becomes a sloppy mess on the ice. He doesn’t take his life out on the game.

He’s more like a Zen master tracing the lines of his craft for others to read from the stands. It’s grace and grit all at once—true Finnish “sisu.” That’s what I could see from my vantage point as I lay face down on that nostalgic ice unable to do what he said: trust my edges. This has been the life lesson between father and daughter.

If you ask my dad, who is now 63, when he will quit playing, he says, “I’d rather burn out than rust out.” This isn’t a new saying—I’ve heard it passed down the generations. My grandfather played until he was too sick from pancreatic cancer, a battle he didn’t win. My great uncle Burt played well into his 70s and was forced to quit due to his own health issues—which he would never admit. The Petajas don’t stop. We work and after work we work on something else, which is why my dad started the “Over 60 - No Checking League” with his buddies. They don’t have time to recover from injuries and have no intention to quit the game. Even men who have never played are joining the teams. When I asked why, my dad said, “It’s pretty simple, I think. By our age you’ve accomplished everything you wanted: career, family, sports, houses, you name it. But these new guys always wanted to get out on the ice. So, they do. And that’s the beauty of hockey, you can start at any time.”

Here I am, at 39, trying to unlearn the harsh stop of a toe pick and learn to trust my edges. I must admit, I’m not sure it’s for me.

In an age when women are told to lean in, I’d rather pivot and observe, much like my dad does. He doesn’t rush forward unless it’s his turn. He passes the puck to set players up for success and he doesn’t let the others know what he’s in the game for. Perhaps that’s the secret every player should keep under the shoulder pads and close to the heart—the reason they need to play.

Local personality Shea Petaja is easy to find: at the office (CXO at Prout Financial Design), on the air (NewsTalk 580), on the stage (Fulfillament) and in the pages of Traverse Magazine. sheapetaja.com // Andy Wakeman is a commercial and editorial photographer in Traverse City. andywakemanphoto.com

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saturday night suppers IN THE CALM, SNOW-BRIGHT VILLAGE OF NORTHPORT, THREE CHEFS TREAT A GROWING FANDOM TO A MIDWINTER NIGHT’S DREAM. TEXT BY GREG TASKER // PHOTOS BY DAN STEWART

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t’s a frosty night near the far tip of the Leelanau Peninsula, and although the streets of Northport are as deserted as an abandoned movie set, lights are glowing inside The Tribune Ice Cream & Eatery, a restaurant otherwise closed on Saturday evening, or any evening, for that matter.

A large stock pot of aromatic bouillabaisse, rich with chunks of cod, mussels, octopus and monkfish, is simmering on the stove, easing the bite of the January night and beckoning the weather-hardy for an intimate dinner at The Tribune.

Tonight’s menu is full-on French, and as the winter travelers arrive, sometimes alone, sometimes in pairs, they dust snow from their coats and hats. Wine bottles in tow, they jokingly utter “Bonsoir,” or maybe “Bonjour,” or some other French greeting, as they take in the cozy, lively surroundings.

The Tribune, housed in an old newspaper building, seats just 24, and is open as a breakfast and lunch spot almost every day of the year. The eatery boasts a street-front ice cream window, attracting happy hordes of boaters, day-trippers and those who call this bayside burg home. In summer, people line up out the door, sometimes waiting two hours, for a classic breakfast: items like huevos rancheros and biscuits and gravy that are not uncommon anywhere, but at The Tribune include locally sourced ingredients and the culinary attention of owner Eric Allchin.

Winter, of course, is a different beast.

“Winters in Northport are quiet,” says an apron-donned Eric, head chef for the weekly dinners, as he tends to preparations in the open kitchen. “We wanted to do something to bring people together, to create a sense of community.”

The dinners began four years ago, not too long after the 36-year-old Eric, a Suttons Bay native, opened The Tribune, looking to fill a void in the local culinary scene. The first two winters just a few dinners were held; last year the dinners became a regular event. Their success prompted Eric and his staff to extend the dinners year round and move them just up the road to a new venue called The Union. It’s housed in the former Anderson’s IGA. “What attracted us to it is the beautiful courtyard that’s attached,” says Eric. The Union acts as an art gallery and event venue, and on Saturday nights is the pop-up supper spot to be.

“At the very beginning, you couldn’t pay people to come here in winter,” Eric recalls. “It’s all worked out well, thankfully.”

Eric, a self-taught chef who honed his skills by listening, observing and surrounding himself with talented people, views the dinners as not only a way to keep winter blues at bay but also a means to retain staff in this small community of 650 in the winter months, when the height of tourist

season is a surreal and faded memory.

“I wanted to find a way to keep my staff,” Eric explains.

“The dinners are fun for them. They enjoy them, and they get to make money.”

Dinner themes have run the gamut: Spanish, Italian, Thai, Southern Creole, Cuban, Scandinavian and Ethiopian.

Helping Eric in the kitchen are Paul Carlson, a restaurateur and chef at the former 9 Bean Rows restaurant in Suttons Bay, and his son, Noah Carlson, 29, a driving force in the creative side of menu planning. Noah is joined by Christian Yaple running The Tribune kitchen on a daily basis, and together this team of chefs dives into researching traditional ethnic dishes, and succeeds through improvisation and their impressive cooking skills.

“As time goes on, people have learned to trust us,” Eric says.

Paul, who studied culinary arts at Northern Michigan University, says serving customers family-style offers them an opportunity to interact in ways they normally would not while dining out.

“I like the fact that we take a room full of strangers, who are maybe apprehensive at first, and by the time they leave, the room is buzzing with conversations, and they have made new friends, and hopefully, experienced some new dishes,” he says.

On this particular night, about 20 people are gathered around a long table—tables of various shapes puzzled together—in the center of the dining room. Tonight’s traditional French classic, fisherman’s stew, comes at the request of Brian Tennis, a regular customer at The Tribune who owns a nearby hops farm and gathered friends for the dinner.

“We’ve gone to a million of these dinners,” says Brian.

“In the winter, our population really shrinks—you end up seeing the same eight or 10 people everywhere. The dinners are a good way to meet new people in the area,” he adds.

“The fact that you’re all sitting at the same table invites conversation. And the food is so good.

“There are going to be things you’ve never tried before—you have to be adventurous.”

How adventurous?

Crispy-fried duck tongue has been a recurring sleeper hit as an appetizer. Eric says it’s a popular bar snack around the world. Duck tongue preparation includes skinning, brining for 12 hours, rinsing and then slow cooking for eight hours.

It’s then dusted with flour and flash-fried.

“It’s not for the faint of heart,” he notes.

Rounding out tonight’s menu: escargot baked in a puff pastry, baguettes baked by Paul and paired with brie cheese, a leaf salad with shaved fennel and slices of blood oranges.

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Dessert is Meyer lemon tarts dusted with sugar. Coffee is poured with dessert, and Brian passes around a bottle of absinthe, an anise-flavored spirit often associated with Paris.

Friends, new and old, take a tipple.

The dinners are a chance for the culinary team to play, stretch their skills. “We draw inspiration from many cultures and the seasonal offerings of the country,” Paul says. “I have an unquenchable thirst for learning about food and food history. We always have the goal of hopefully feeding people something they may not have had before, and some old favorites with a twist.”

Adds Eric, “There are no restrictions. We still source locally, even if the menu is foreign. Sometimes you can’t get a certain product or spice, so we have to adapt and use local ingredients. We like to play with food a lot.”

Part of Eric’s restaurant plan was to create a menu from locally sourced food and products. Eric buys local vegetables, fruits and meats from nearby farms and sources other food and products from some 70 Michigan companies.

“Buying local helps us control the quality,” he notes. “There are so many good farms around here.”

The dinners will continue, stopping only briefly when Eric closes the restaurant for a few weeks before spring.

“It was time for us to start pushing people a bit and see what happens,” he reflects. The results are just what a snowy, stir-crazy Saturday night calls for.

Greg Tasker is a Traverse City-based freelance writer and works part time at a winery on the Leelanau Peninsula. // Dan Stewart is a documentary photographer, capturing wedding and lifestyle portraits in Northern Michigan. danstewartphotography.com

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This winter they are held weekly on the main floor of The Union at 107 Nagonaba Street in the formerly vacant Anderson IGA building in the heart of downtown Northport. Follow The Union Gathering Space on Instagram. To book a table, email Chef Eric Allchin at thenorthportunion@gmail.com

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BOYNE MOUNTAIN | BOYNE FALLS Beyond quenching the need for speed, the Mountain has long represented the Midwest as the ultimate spot for winter vacations. It’s considered the double blackdiamond standard of resorts: nine lodging options on property, a mini alpine village, an 88,000-square-foot indoor waterpark, seven terrain parks and 60 runs with a total of 500 vertical feet.

CABERFAE | CADILLAC Boasting the highest chairlift in lower Michigan, Caberfae gives skiers the chance to soak in a 360-degree view of Manistee National Forest with easy access to beginner favorites like the Smiling Irishmen and Easy Street runs. Also experience backcountry terrain without the West’s cliffs or huge boulders.

TREETOPS RESORT | GAYLORD Treetops can turn even the most strident winter fun doubters into full-fledged fanatics. In addition to 23 groomed runs, the resort’s list of snow-fueled adventures includes tubing parks, dog sledding, wilderness sleigh-ride dinners and more.

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CRYSTAL MOUNTAIN | THOMPSONVILLE Crystal Mountain definitely means business when it comes to celebrating the winter season. In addition to 102 skiable acres (48 percent of the resort’s 58 downhill slopes are intermediate), there are six glade areas and three terrain parks. A great demo ski rental program helps riders looking to up their equipment game.

THE HOMESTEAD | GLEN ARBOR This Glen Arbor gem proves stunning views don’t require daredevil steeps. The brilliant blues of Lake Michigan define The Homestead’s horizon, thanks to the resort’s location—nestled on Sleeping Bear Bay.

Benzonia High School’s principal and geography teacher, Ward Creech, gave his students an assignment: find the best place in Benzie County to start a ski area. Looking at terrain and snowfall, his class selected the Buck Hills Range. In 1956, Buck Hills Ski Area became a reality (renamed Crystal Mountain in 1960).

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SHANTY CREEK RESORT | BELLAIRE Shanty Creek boasts a vibe worthy of weekending.

One of the coolest things about this place is getting to choose from two separate hills. Summit Mountain is the resort original. People also flock to Schuss Mountain, which offers plenty of long, winding runs for any ability level to love.

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NUB’S NOB | HARBOR SPRINGS The hill, which prides itself on being just that—a ski hill with a day lodge—has 100 percent of innovation and staff energy directed at making the best experiences possible for folks on the slopes. Some longtime favorites include the 427 feet of vertical drop on Chute and Twilight Zone, a monstrous moguls run.

BOYNE HIGHLANDS | HARBOR SPRINGS Thanks to the resort’s famous SnowSports Academy, skiers can hone techniques, brave new tricks, or finally conquer that first black diamond.

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A Winter Wedding is Coming IN THE NORTH, A TOWERING CASTLE IS GUARDED BY A ROARING DRAGON AND EPIC BLIZZARDS … A FITTING VENUE FOR A GAME OF THRONES-INSPIRED WEDDING.

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CLOCKWISE: THE WINDOWS IN THE KING’S GREAT HALL FRAME CASTLE FARMS’ STUNNING GROUNDS. // THE INVITATIONS, CREATED BY PAPER & HONEY, FEATURED A CUSTOM DRAGON ILLUSTRATION, WHICH WAS ALSO USED ON THE COASTERS AND SIGNAGE. // ERIN AND DAVID’S FAVORITE THING ABOUT CASTLE FARMS IS NORMAN, THE DRAGON STATUE. “WE KNEW WE NEEDED A WEDDING PICTURE NEXT TO HIM AND THE ONE WITH OUR BRIDAL PARTY IS ONE OF MY FAVORITE SHOTS,” DAVID SAYS.

When Erin Colombo and David Pifko first heard about Castle Farms in Charlevoix, they knew it was a perfect fit for their wedding day. The Detroit couple and self-described fantasy nerds didn’t even tour other venues after seeing the King’s Great Hall, where they held their ceremony and reception.

“We fell in love with the idea of a castle wedding largely because of Game of Thrones,” Erin says. “Our love for the show runs deep. Once we committed to the castle, the rest seemed to just fall into place.”

Even the surprise snowstorm.

“During our first date it was snowing, so I put my hood on before walking to the restaurant,” Erin says. “Nobody ever looked at me like Dave did at that moment. I just knew he was the one.

“When we booked our wedding for November 11, we weren’t expecting to have snow. But once the date got closer and we saw the forecast, we knew we were in for a cold day … Being surrounded by our loved ones, who drove four to five hours from home in the blizzard, we were nothing but grateful.”

Family and friends also played a large role in creating the couple’s dream wedding. Once the Game of Thrones theme was officially in place, no one shied away from making subtle—and not so subtle—nods to the HBO series in the decor and ambiance. David’s mother, Renee Pifko, made three lifelike dragon eggs out of foam and thumbtacks, which she painted individually before assembling. For the reception, Erin’s bridesmaid Taylor Neumann found champagne flutes with stems shaped like dragons. Even the wedding invitations were handmade by Erin’s friend and bridesmaid Laura Joseph, who runs Paper & Honey in Brighton with her husband, and David’s best man, Max. “We joked about walking down the aisle to the GoT theme song, until it became real,” David says. “We decided the string quartet version of the song was better suited and we used that as our recessional.”

The day was so magical that David’s dad extended the reception for another hour at the last minute. “We were all having too much fun to go home!”

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The Associates in Dermatology of Traverse City recently expanded from 10 exam rooms to 21—and now uses scribes, a sort of “two heads are better than one” at every appointment. The two major changes have transformed how quickly and personally patients can be seen, according to founder and dermatologist Joan Griner, MD, and the scenario is a win-win for both patients and docs.

“By increasing our available exam space, we have improved the patient flow for each provider,” Griner says. Instead of the typical industry six-month wait to get in to see a dermatologist, AID can see patients within days instead.

In addition, there is now a scribe in the exam room with each patient, tapping away on an iPad, recording everything for the doctor.

“Our Medical Assistants (MAs) are fantastic,” Griner says.

“They are in the rooms with us, noting what we see on the patient’s skin and recording our recommendations. For example, they might begin setting up a procedure while I’m discussing it with the patient. Or they might step out and retrieve samples of a product I’m recommending. They remain a silent partner, quietly performing their job in the background.”

An additional benefit of the scribe system, Griner adds, is that the MAs get to connect with the patients personally.

“They now have a stronger sense of purpose and interest in the care of the individual patient, which reflects in the subsequent interactions with that patient, such as for phone calls or scheduling,” she says. “They have a greater ownership of patient care and a desire to be a part of the success of our practice.”

Griner sees a multitude of skin care issues, but because of the prevalent population of retirees in Northern Michigan, she most often treats skin cancer and UV damage.

“At least one third of my patients travel to warm, sunny climes in the winter, essentially exposing their skin to intense UV light 12 months of the year,” she says. “Most people choose to live here to enjoy the outdoors! And while the most effective way to protect your skin is to avoid sun exposure, I recognize my patients need more realistic options.”

Griner encourages her patients to limit their direct sun exposure time, particularly aiming to avoid midday sun from 10 a.m. to 4

p.m. in the summer, to always look for shade (umbrellas, trees, cabanas), to choose hats with a wide brim to cover ears and neck, and wear long-sleeve “sun shirts” and pants.

“I recommend sunscreen with SPF 30, containing titanium dioxide or zinc oxide. These have always been my favorites because they are a more effective ‘physical’ block. They screen all waves of UV light and typically don’t cause as much irritation. Several really good products are on the market, and they will not make you look like Casper the friendly ghost.”

Griner recommends patients who have had skin cancer or a family history of skin cancer, see their dermatologist every year.

She recommends every six months if they have had a melanoma within the last five years. Also, patients who have had “atypical” or “dysplastic” moles should be seen yearly, as these are thought to be a marker for higher risk of developing melanoma.

“Anyone who notices a spot that captures their attention, whether it be because it is new, itching, bleeding or darker, or the ‘ugly duckling’ that doesn’t look like the rest, should be seen by a dermatologist,” Griner says.

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As an interventional cardiologist who practices a wide scope of cardiology, managing his patients’ blood pressure is something Dr. Thomas Earl, MD, of McLaren Northern Michigan in Petoskey knows well.

Often Dr. Earl sees his patients when they’re suffering a heart attack or another kind of medical catastrophe. “I really do my best to try to focus on prevention on the other end of that spectrum before something terrible happens,” he shares. And that includes educating them on taking ownership of their own health.

One recommendation Dr. Earl stresses is for patients to get their blood pressure checked regularly. “High blood pressure is super common. Close to two thirds of people over 60 in this country will have high blood pressure. And for the most part it’s asymptomatic.

What I mean by that is there aren’t a lot of symptoms associated

with it. So it’s important to have your blood pressure evaluated at least once a year.”

And what if a patient’s blood pressure is too high? What’s next?

Here are Dr. Earl’s tips on managing your blood pressure via lifestyle modifications, before resorting to medication.

• Follow a healthy diet—particularly a lower sodium diet with 2400 mg of sodium a day or less.

• Get regular exercise. “It has a role in keeping blood pressure low, and even helping to lower it.”

• Drink alcohol in moderation—one to two drinks per day at a maximum.

• Don’t smoke.

• Control other health issues like high cholesterol and diabetes.

• Maintain a healthy body weight. “This is also critically important, as losing or gaining as little as 10 pounds can impact your blood pressure in a good or a bad way.”

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“They are numb,” says Melissa DeSimone, MSN, RN, OCN, CBCN, Breast Cancer Nurse Navigator. She’s describing a patient who has been recently diagnosed with breast cancer.

“They don’t remember much of what is said, and that is pretty normal. It’s overwhelming. It’s nice to be a second set of ears, support them, be there for them and help them through.”

And that's exactly what DeSimone does as a nurse navigator for McLaren Northern Michigan. From diagnosis through the establishment of a plan of care and medical oncology, DeSimone is there. She sits in on medical meetings between doctors and patients. Helps with discovering and solving their financial dilemmas. Coordinates genetic appointments for patients' families. Calls patients before surgery to answer questions. Visits them after surgery in the hospital. And even creates a customized care plan per patient that outlines every step of their journey to help understand their diagnosis and treatment plan.

“A big part of what I do is help with education,” explains DeSimone. “Making sure patients understand everything. If patients meet the criteria to see if they need chemo immediately, I am able to get that process started. So when they meet with medical oncology it’s ready, instead of needing to wait for approval.”

The Oncology Nurse Navigator Program in Petoskey has been in effect for over 10 years now for breast cancer and lung cancer patients at McLaren. Annually, more than 2,000 people receive individualized positive support thanks to it, from across 22 Northern Michigan counties.

Each nurse navigator receives specialized training that complements their well-established healthcare careers. Not only do they help with patients’ physical symptoms, but they support their emotional, psychosocial and financial needs as well.

The financial impact is huge, says DeSimone.

“If we identify a patient without insurance or with a large deductible, I help them enroll in assistance that helps patients get treatment who wouldn’t get treatment otherwise.”

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Even a few years ago, anxiety wasn’t something often talked about. But today, there’s a language for anxiety disorders, along with an ever-growing professional field of treatment, according to Clinical Social Worker Toni T. Hernalsteen, LMSW, SAP. “Anxiety disorders are real,” she says. “Just as real as heart disease or disabilities. Anxiety does not discriminate. Its ability to affect all ages, race, gender and profession is profound.”

Hernalsteen believes that the rate of people seeking treatment has become more noticeable as mental health stigmas are challenged and seeking support becomes normalized.

“Anxiety disorders may be on the rise or perhaps they have always been present,” she says. “But they are now becoming a part of the conversation.”

In her work at Traverse Health Clinic in Traverse City, Hernalsteen offers insight on how to tell when everyday anxiety is something more.

“Everyone experiences anxiety before a job interview or when facing a challenging situation,” she says. “Anxiety can serve a healthy purpose. It helps us remain solution-focused and productive.

The concern lies with the inability to control worry, fears, irritation or difficulty concentrating, thus interfering with daily life.”

Physical symptoms may include increased heart rate, hot flashes, sweating, chronic fatigue or nausea.

“The first step to getting help is to create a pathway to assistance,” she says. “Start with a phone call to your primary care provider, counselor or a trusted friend.”

Hernalsteen says that treatment can be multifaceted and could include medication and lifestyle changes in conjunction, or separate from, psychotherapy.

“Psychotherapy such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is widely used and works on replacing negative and unproductive thoughts with productive and realistic ones,” she says.

To get started at Traverse Health Clinic, clients can expect a 45-60 minute initial appointment, during which a counselor will discuss personal history, the current situation and symptoms.

“The joy of counseling is that the clients are in control about how much information they share and when they share it,” Hernalsteen says. “Be honest and ask questions. This is your treatment. The counselor is there to provide assistance while you do the work of bringing satisfaction to your life.”

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Seeing People Beyond Their Eyes

by Courtney Jerome | photo by Michael Poehlman

Dr. Rebekah Noss Lynch

She might have moved away from Traverse City for her undergraduate and optometry education, but Dr. Rebekah Noss Lynch knew she was bound to come back home. Dr. Lynch has been back in Traverse City for more than 10 years now, and loves having the opportunity to practice and raise her children here and take advantage of all Northern Michigan has to offer.

That’s a message we hear a lot here in Northern Michigan. And when you can do WHAT you love in the PLACE you love, “fortunate” is the feeling that comes next, says Dr. Lynch. An added bonus for her: She gets to practice alongside her dad.

Why are you passionate about optometry?

It sounds cliché, but what is cooler than helping someone see? One of my favorite moments as an optometrist is prescribing a child their first pair of glasses, or a teenager their first pair of contact lenses.

Helping a patient with a second pair of glasses for their eight-hour workday at the computer or a pair for someone who loves to sew or read can be both enjoyable and very fulfilling.

What experiences have made you positive this field was your calling?

When I graduated and moved back to Traverse City, my dad had been in practice for almost 30 years.

Working and collaborating together at Full Spectrum Eye Care for the past 10 years has made me so grateful that I became an optometrist and had the opportunity to work with him and with patients in this capacity.

Aside from working with my dad, forming relationships with patients and building their trust in me as their optometrist is something I really value about my career and the way I operate my office.

What is the most prevalent health issue you see in patients?

I am seeing more Diabetic Retinopathy in my office than I have in the past. As we all know, our nation is becoming less healthy, more obese, and therefore we are seeing an increase in diagnosed cases of diabetes.

When a patient’s diabetes is uncontrolled, I can see that in their retina with bleeding and swelling, which can potentially cause permanent vision loss.

What are three things patients at any age can do to promote healthy eyes?

• Wear sunglasses. The sun can be extremely damaging to the eyes and can contribute to both cataracts and macular degeneration.

• Eat a healthy diet. Dark leafy greens and orange peppers are really good for the health of the eye.

• Check yearly, see clearly! Eye exams aren’t just if you need glasses or contacts. Many conditions like high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes, brain tumors and many more can be detected during a routine eye exam.

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Her Passion is “Prevention”

by Courtney Jerome | photo by Michael Poehlman

Initially Dr. Jennifer Emmons planned to practice family medicine. But something happened when she was in med school. She did something she had never done before and it absolutely affected her ambitions—she read an entire textbook. About the heart.

“I was just so fascinated about it all that it almost felt like fun reading, not just school work,” she says. “I think for me it involves a lot of physics (which was never my favorite in undergrad!) but when applied to how the heart works and blood flow in the body in general, it makes sense. And I see how affecting one part can change how the heart functions for the better or the worse.”

Fast-forward to the present and you’ll find Dr. Emmons with Munson Medical Center’s Traverse Heart & Vascular team in Traverse City and Grayling, focusing on cardiology and echocardiography. After growing up Grayling, she is ecstatic to be back in Northern Michigan.

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What’s one thing about cardiology you’re most passionate about?

“Cardiovascular disease is the number-one cause of death for both men and women. I feel like it’s not talked about enough that it’s the number-one cause of death in women, specifically. There’s a big movement for breast cancer, etc., but more women actually die of heart disease or stroke.”

What is something you wish your patients would speak up about more?

“Often people who have chest discomfort say, ‘Oh I just assumed it was this.’ I think it’s human nature to assume it’s something less serious than your heart.

But it’s better to make sure it’s NOT your heart, and to not assume it’s heartburn—which presents differently in everyone, particularly in women. Women who get chest pain may have atypical symptoms: it could be shoulder pain, jaw pain or shortness of breath or nausea. If they’re getting any of those symptoms with exertion, and only with exertion, it’s much more concerning for heart disease.”

Tell us about the testing available to help prevent heart disease?

“I am more into non-invasive testing, so I love being able to get answers for patients noninvasively if possible. I think for women in general, there’s more research going into the risk factors that lead to heart disease. If we can help make them aware that their risk is higher, and start more preventative measures earlier in life (between their childbearing years and when cardiovascular disease usually presents), there’s good potential to help.”

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Go Back to Basics to Manage Weight

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We talked with Ben Watson, MS, ACE-CMES, Weight Management Coordinator at Munson Medical Center's Healthy Weight Center. He and his teammates take a comprehensive, evidence-based approach to help clients reach and maintain their goals.

What is your best exercise advice?

Simplicity and consistency. Start simple with a plan and be consistent. You can always expand, add extra days or work out harder later.

But first build confidence, build a habit and learn what works for you.

Ben Watson, MS, ACE-CMES

What’s a great starter plan?

When I build programs, I aim for: upper body push, upper body pull, hip dominate exercise, knee dominate exercise, core strength and cardio. This typically creates a well-balanced routine for most people.

How hard is hard enough?

I encourage people to be uncomfortable with exercise. Breathe harder than normal and work to feel a slight burning of the muscles. Focus on frequency to start with: one to three times a week consistently, starting with 5-10 minutes a day and progress slowly.

People feel they need to exercise for 60 minutes or it’s not worth it, when in reality anything is better than nothing.

Is walking enough?

Walking is underrated! When all else fails, try to get more steps than normal. Find your baseline step count using a pedometer or your phone’s built-in step counter.

Work on adding 500-1000 more steps each month.

What is the best way to lose weight?

Plain and simple: hard work, plus time. Individuals who succeed are able to do so because they change behaviors, change the environment around them and make healthy decisions 80% of the time. Using food tracking apps, trying new group classes and health coaches all add a layer of accountability.

What is the latest in the exercise industry?

Instead of focusing on the scale, professionally we are now more interested in the individual parts: muscle, bone, fat tissue and hydration status. To answer these questions, we acquired an InBody Body Composition machine. Now we can measure body fat percentage, estimate metabolic rate and provide realistic end-goal weights for each person.

This information drives the exercise program and nutrition strategies because it can be very specific for each person, which brings better results.

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Dr. William Rawlin

J. William Rawlin, DO, holds a unique position in the Traverse City medical community: As the director of the Munson Family Practice Center, he spends his days doing what he’s always done—caring for his patients. But he also spends his days bringing up the next generation of doctors, as he works side by side with Michigan State University residents at the center.

And his work is being recognized: He was just named the Michigan Association of Osteopathic Family Medicine Physician of the year.

We caught Dr. Rawlin for a few moments recently to ask a little more about his style of teaching—and care: Why family medicine?

Family medicine, at its heart, is about relationships. At first, I thought I wanted to be an orthopedic surgeon. But my first family medicine rotation changed everything. I saw the long-term relationships with patients, and that’s why I wanted to be a doctor. Not to just fix things, but to be a part of people’s lives: sharing in the joy of a new baby, being present during the heartache of losing a loved one and all the points in between.

Why teaching?

I might be biased, but I think there is a significant benefit to getting care at a residency clinic. I have always jokingly said you get two for the price of one! You have a seasoned, experienced attending physician, paired with a less-experienced physician that is driven to learn how to practice the best medicine possible. That results in high-quality care. Patients get to be a part of that and contribute to teaching our next generation of physicians. To me, that’s pretty special.

What are three things that all people can do to live a healthier life?

• Life is motion. We all need to move more.

• Almost everything in moderation, except for tobacco and other illicit drugs.

Just say no to those!

• We need to attend to all aspects of our overall health: physical, mental and spiritual. I wish there was less stigma regarding mental health issues. They have such an enormous impact on one’s overall health.

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Munson's NICU Continues to Expand

by Kandace Chapple | photo by Michael Poehlman

Imagine a little guy, weighing just one pound, born too early, needing help with everything he does. Enter neonatologists Lisa S. Allred, MD, and Matthew Arnold, MD. The pair has transformed the care available at Munson Medical Center’s Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) in Traverse City in the last few years, bringing help closer to home for hundreds of parents. Here, we chat with Dr. Allred, who shares how her team cares for our area’s tiniest residents: What is the biggest change you’ve made?

Before this year, Munson could only care for premature infants born at 28 weeks' gestation and greater. Now, we offer care for all infants born early, regardless of gestational age. Munson's NICU is the only Lower Peninsula facility north of Grand Rapids equipped to handle babies with medical needs. (Marquette also has a NICU.) Last year, we cared for 330 infants, including more than 100 babies brought to Munson via jet, helicopter or ambulance, from as far away as Sault Ste. Marie and Alpena.

Who are your tiniest patients?

Our smallest babies weigh about a pound and may only be 12 inches long. They are perfectly formed, and look like miniature, thin versions of a newborn baby. Our most premature infants cannot yet open their eyes, but can move, cry, take breaths and even hold on to their mother's finger.

Tell us about Munson's ongoing care for premature infants.

Education is key. Neonatal simulators are being used to model resuscitation, stabilization and interventions that will optimize brain development. A Critical Care Residency program is training our newest nurses in hands-on, acute management of critically ill newborns.

Additionally, we are moving toward a family-integrated model of care, where parents have an integral role within the care team.

Lisa Allred, MD

How can parents provide care?

Skin bonding with parents is one of the most important contributors to growth and development. We encourage parents to hold their little one against their warm, bare chests every day. This "kangaroo care" promotes bonding, stimulates maternal milk production and decreases infant stress. It’s amazing to watch babies heart rates and breathing rates slow down within minutes of snuggling into their parents’ chest, a clear indicator that they're at ease.

What’s next for NICU? Plans for a new NICU are a part of the Family Birth and Children’s Center expansion that is a few years down the road. There will be 12 private rooms, 12 semi-private transitional beds and an expanded facility of 15,500 square feet. Right now, we have 20 beds in a communal room and our current space is just 2,700 square feet.

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For an hour every Tuesday at Kalkaska Memorial Health Center, a group of formerly un-limber, achy people are stretching, chilling, taking deep breaths and reaping the healing powers of the ancient Indian practice of yoga. And thanks to former Munson Healthcare CEO Jim Austin, it’s free.

Austin had experienced the benefits of yoga firsthand in Traverse City when he decided to initiate the Kalkaska program a decade ago.

“He wanted to encourage the community to take care of themselves,” says Daryl Busch, the certified yoga instructor and former kindergarten teacher who has been teaching the class since 2012. Yoga combines physical, mental and spiritual pursuits to relieve anxiety, depression, enhance fitness, body image, improve the cardiovascular system and mindfulness pertaining to eating, according to the Harvard Medical School.

“We have a lot of regulars,” says Busch. Her students range from a sixth-grader to a woman in her 80s. “Their doctors recommend them. I give them the tools to help relieve their symptoms. The more you move, the better you feel—you lubricate your joints. Many of my students say they have improved.”

Busch starts with easy postures. “I take it in stages and push to higher levels.” The meditative component of yoga helps her students let go of anger, stress and pain, and the deep-breathing element is great for the heart, lungs and chest, “opening up areas of the body that have just been stuck,” says Busch, adding that practicing yoga provides a nice relief from the day.

“It’s the greatest gift—a chance to have one hour a day and let go and give themselves the attention they need to relieve stress and pain.”

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If you, or a loved one, are currently living in a nursing facility but prefer community living, we can help transition you into a home where your health and safety needs will be met. If you reside in the community in your own home but need help with medical and safety needs, we can also get you the assistance you need to remain healthy and safe at home.

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Fred Laughlin is unstoppable. Even though he retired last December after 27 years as director of Northwestern Michigan College’s Great Lakes Culinary Institute (GLCI), leading it to its designation as one of the country’s top cooking schools, Laughlin is onto his next quest: teaching doctors how to cook nutritious, delicious meals so they can spread the word to their patients.

Nutrition is a major key to good health, yet ironically, physicians-to-be receive little diet and nutrition education. Less than 1 percent of U.S. medical students' lecture time includes the role that diet plays in preventing and combating disease—and they’re hungering for more.

With that in mind, Laughlin has been the backbone of several nutrition-oriented gatherings, the latest and greatest of which was the Farms, Food and Health Conference held at GLCI at the end of September. That sold-out event, put on by Groundwork Center for Resilient Communities along with Munson Healthcare, GLCI, and Traverse Bay Area Intermediate School District, featured state-accredited hands-on Culinary Medicine training for healthcare professionals, with an emphasis on local and plant-forward diets.

Laughlin started thinking about this type of program a decade ago, when he and Munson Medical Center clinical dietitian Laura McCain started doing healthy cooking demos together. “This has always been a passion of mine,” he says. They got together with Munson cardiologist Jim Fox, who had attended the Harvardsponsored Healthy Kitchen, Healthy Lives conference in Napa Valley, then met with other interested physicians and formed a committee to create a similar conference in Traverse City.

“It has been a big collaborative effort,” says Paula Martin, a policy specialist for the Groundwork Center and a registered dietitian with a focus on public health, who wrote the lesson plans and modules and got a grant for the first confab in 2017. Laughlin got GLCI onboard with the space, paired dietitians with cooking instructors, and devised many easy, healthful recipes that anyone can cook on a weeknight.

“This was the goal of the conference, the discovery that you don’t have to spend hours in the kitchen to prepare a healthy diet,” Laughlin says. Watch for another conference in the coming year.

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Mysteries of the Inner Ear

by Elizabeth Edwards

In 2008 Dr. Kathleen Sawhill and Dr. Sandy Leahy combined their many years of experience to form Hearing Solutions of Northwest Michigan—a partnership that works to tailor hearing solutions to each client in a thoughtful, caring manner. New research is showing a link between a number of chronic diseases and hearing loss—which highlights the importance of getting your hearing checked.

There is some pretty fascinating research going on now in the world of hearing loss. Fill us in, please.

Yes. A big area of research in our profession right now is comorbidities—the presence of two or more chronic diseases in a patient and how they are related or linked. There are a number of chronic diseases that have been found to be associated with an increased risk of hearing loss.

What are some of them and what is the connection between the disease and hearing loss?

There is research going on in many areas, but a few associated health conditions include cardiovascular disease, diabetes and dementia.

In examining the relationship between cardiovascular disease and hearing loss, we sometimes observe a change in low frequency hearing sensitivity as a possible early indicator for cardiovascular disease. Our inner ear is very sensitive to blood flow changes.

If there is a disruption to normal blood flow in the inner ear, damage to the structures may occur and can result in a decrease in hearing sensitivity.

In diabetes, research suggests that high glucose levels may damage the nerves and blood vessels in the inner ear that may increase the likelihood of hearing loss. These changes to the inner ear, sometimes combined with peripheral neuropathy, may also cause problems with dizziness or balance function.

There is a lot of discussion about the relationship between dementia and hearing loss. It’s important to know that hearing loss is not causing dementia but there is a relationship—an association.

When hearing loss develops and is left untreated, there can be a

tendency to withdraw from conversations and activities. This lack of stimulation affects brain function and may increase memory problems. Having hearing loss also increases listening effort and cognitive load. Straining to hear can take up mental energy and can influence the energy that is left for other tasks.

This topic is so important. How is it influencing your work at Hearing Solutions of Northwest Michigan?

We are more aware of looking at our patients from a holistic point of view. It’s important to discuss and to be aware of our patient’s other chronic health conditions. Having knowledge of the symptoms and side effects that they may be dealing with helps to guide us through our treatment plan. When the specific needs of the patient are considered and addressed, we have better hearing outcomes.

It used to be that all hearing aids looked and performed about the same—but you are saying that you have an ability to personalize them?

Both the selection process and the fitting process are very specific to the needs of each individual. Everyone has different hearing needs. Technology is now allowing us the options to customize the fitting to the exact needs of the patient. Sometimes this may mean making specific changes to the automatic programming of the hearing aid or providing an additional device that allows for improved hearing in a noisy restaurant. Direct streaming from cell phones to the hearing aids has become very common. Our patients are also enjoying the added benefits of streaming music, podcasts, and audiobooks to the hearing aids too!

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What are the Carotid Arteries?

The major blood vessels in our neck that supply blood to the brain, face and neck are called carotid arteries. Untreated buildup of plaque in these arteries, or carotid artery disease, leads to stroke.

In fact, it’s estimated that up to one third of strokes are caused by blockage in carotid arteries, with 400,000 new diagnoses of the disease made every year in the U.S. alone.

“One of the most common procedures that bring patients to our office are those who have developed severe blockages in the carotid arteries,” says Dr. Richard Sheppek, Vascular Surgeon at McLaren Northern Michigan in Petoskey.

“When this plaque builds up and gets to be quite severe, the more severe it becomes, the higher the risk for stroke for a patient. And stroke is a leading cause of death in the United States—and not only death but significantly life-altering changes in your ability to care for yourself as time goes on.”

For decades, procedures have been in place to combat plaque build up, but recently a new procedure has presented much safer outcomes.

Instead of the traditional treatments, which include scraping off the plaque, or coming up from the groin to place a stent in the artery— both including risks of plaque breaking off and traveling to the brain, causing stroke—the TCAR Procedure is different. And for the first time, it’s being offered in Northern Michigan.

“TCAR stands for TransCarotid Artery Revascularization,” explains Dr. Sheppek. “You set up a system where you actually reverse the blood flow of the carotid artery. So if by chance in your attempt to get your stent in, or get a wire across the blockage (where you might knock something off)—rather than that piece traveling up to the brain, it instead gets washed out into the external flow circuit that has a filter in it, and after the blood is filtered, it gets returned to a vein down in the groin.”

“Doing it in this fashion with what's called flow reversal, the risk of stroke in trying to reverse the blockage has been dropped to the lowest that’s ever reported in any of these procedures and that’s around 1.4 percent,” Dr. Sheppek shares. “And that’s significant improvement; I don’t think you can get it any better than that.

Having done all three procedures, I completely understand why this procedure is as safe as it is.”

Currently, the procedure is limited to highrisk patients who qualify. However Dr. Sheppek feels that as soon as 2020 they “might be able to open it up to standard-risk patients because it really has proven that at each step of the way it’s a very safe and reproducible advance.”

“I believe TCAR is the future of carotid repair,” Dr. Sheppek says.

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Healthy Smile at Any Age

by Elizabeth Edwards

Disclaimer: Dr. Lints is my orthodontist.

Yes, at 61 I am regularly in his office, right in there with the tweeners. When I was 59 my dentist suggested braces—actually not braces, the new, clear aligners that are way less noticeable than a mouthful of metal.

After my dentist brought it up I took a good look in my mouth and admitted to myself there were problems. My right canine had begun to bulge forward—more wolflike than grandmotherly! A bottom incisor appeared dark because it was pushed back and, horror of horrors, all those incisors were beginning to look, as they say about horses and old people: long in the tooth.

My aligner journey (the product name I have is Invisalign) has been enlightening—right down to the fact that the 3-D imagery done on my entire skull for the process revealed that I had narrow air passages making me a candidate for sleep apnea. At my last appointment, six months into my projected two years of wearing alignables (and yes, my teeth are straightening, yahoo!), I asked Dr. Lints more about the new world of seniors in braces.

So, am I the only grandmother wearing these, or has this become a senior phenom?

We have patients who are 70 and 80 years old getting aligners because they want the nice smile back they had when they were 16—but they didn’t want to have to wear braces. Aligners are a non-invasive way to move your teeth. They can also solve real orthodontic problems like occlusion. And as you age, your teeth push up, and with aligners we can push them back down. So the reasons for seniors wearing them are both aesthetic and functional.

On my first appointment you took a fascinating 3-D image of my skull and it revealed that I was a candidate for sleep apnea, something I have now talked to my doctor about. Are there other health issues this procedure can reveal?

Yes, with 3-D imaging we can see what you can’t see with traditional X-rays.

Among other things, 3-D imaging can reveal pathology in the mouth—so we can prevent and identify infections. This is especially important with older people and people going through radiation and immunotherapy treatment.

Any thoughts on the online alignable products that you can get in the mail— without ever seeing an orthodontist?

The online products do not even compare to what we can do with Invisalign and its patented SmartTrack material.

SmartTrack applies gentle force and fits really tightly on your teeth. We also apply attachments on your teeth that hold the retainer in the mouth securely. Online products don’t have the attachments, aren’t made from the SmartTrack material and they don’t use the 3D imaging—and they don’t have a doctor supervising the entire process. With Invisalign you are seeing a doctor every 8 to 12 weeks to check that the teeth are moving correctly. If a tooth is not moving correctly, we take another digital scan and take corrective action.

We also work closely with a patient’s dentist and periodontist to make sure the teeth and the gum tissue around the teeth are healthy before we start. We really cross our t’s and dot our i’s.

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Dining

RESTAURANT GUIDE | LOCAL TABLE | DRINKS

TEXT BY TIM TEBEAU

SLOPESIDE DINING

BOYNE MOUNTAIN

PHOTOS COURTESY OF BOYNE RESORTS

1 BOYNE MOUNTAIN ROAD, BOYNE FALLS | 855.688.7024 January sunshine ricochets off helmets and goggles at Boyne Mountain as the morning crowd builds an appetite schussing and shredding through a foot of fresh powder.

Tucked in a tricked-out trailer at the base of the Mountain Express Lift, the crew at Happy’s Taco Shop is busy crisping pork carnitas and slinging pineapple kimchi into warm tortillas as the snow-dusted masses queue up for lunch. Beyond Happy’s sublimely fusionistic taco art, “The Mountain,” as it’s known, offers hungry ski bums a multitude of chairliftproximate dining including on-trend gastro-pub eats like seared shishito peppers with lemon-sriracha aioli at Forty Acres Tavern, or warm waffles painted with Belgian chocolate at the Waffle Cabin. Read on this month as we step out of our bindings and into the North’s best slopeside dining.

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CABERFAE PEAKS

AONACH MOR MOONLIGHT DINNER, BOYNE HIGHLANDS

1 CABERFAE LANE, CADILLAC | 231.862.3000 Dodging pines and bombing black diamond runs like the Bullet are best countered with a two-fisted olive burger or hot plate of biscuits and gravy at Beatie’s Bar & Grill. Restore blood flow to your toes with Arlo’s Ultimate Bloody Mary before getting back on the chairlift.

CRYSTAL MOUNTAIN 12500 CRYSTAL MOUNTAIN DRIVE, THOMPSONVILLE | 855.995.5146 Chow on elevated après-ski fare like truffled fries or brined Durco pork chop with sweet potato andouille hash and candied maple compote at Crystal Mountain’s Thistle Pub. Find hot bowls of loaded chili and cold IPAs at the Clipper Café.

SCHUSS MOUNTAIN 1826 SCHUSS MOUNTAIN LANE, MANCELONA | 866.695.5010 A quick hobble from the Pink and Blue chairlifts lands you at Ivan’s for pizza, hot toddies and scratch-made soups served up in crusty bread bowls. Plow a few last runs after dark then return for live tunes from local acts like Jedi Mind Trip.

FORTY ACRES TAVERN, BOYNE MOUNTAIN

OTSEGO CLUB 696 M-32 EAST, GAYLORD | 800.752.5510 Thirty runs and an expansive Nordic trail system stoke an après-ski hunger best battled with a giant plate of nachos or a Jack Pine Elk Burger at Otsego Club’s pine-paneled Duck Blind Grille. A quick advance call can also score your ski crew provisions for a private bonfire party on the mountain.

600 HIGHLAND DRIVE, HARBOR SPRINGS | 888.436.2296 The Highlands hardcore ski crowd will tell you that the party is usually found at Zoo Bar with live music, big burgers and proprietary cocktails like the Cider Bomb and Winter Smash. Or reserve a spot at the Aonach Mor Moonlight Dinners, that begin with a sleigh ride and end with an elegant dinner with a mountaintop view all the way to the Bridge.

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RESTAURANT GUIDE Find More Northern Michigan Restaurants at MyNorth.com/Restaurants | WATER VIEW BLD | BREAKFAST, LUNCH, DINNER BAR | ALCOHOL SERVED $ | ENTRÉES INDER $10 $$ | $10-20 $$$ | ABOVE $20

PETOSKEY & MACKINAC STRAITS ALANSON/BAY HARBOR/INDIAN RIVER Dutch Oven Café and Deli French toast and farmers omelet stratas, sandwiches on famous homemade bread. BL •

Mitchell Street Pub and Café Classic pub with fresh peanuts, fantastic nachos, Maurice salad, patty melts. LD • BAR •

Pelican's Nest Gourmet burgers, smoked ribs, sandwiches, salads and homemade desserts. D • BAR $-$$ 5085 SHANTY

New York Restaurant Looks like the East Coast, tastes like heaven. D • BAR • $$-$$$ CORNER OF STATE AND BAY, HARBOR

Red Mesa Grill Colorful decor and creative Latin American cuisine with Costa Rican and Argentinean influences punctuate this lively spot. LD • BAR • $$ 117 WATER ST., BOYNE CITY,

$-$$ 426 E. MITCHELL ST., PETOSKEY, 231. 347.1801

SPRINGS, 231. 526.1904

Palette Bistro Little Traverse Bay views with casual upscale dining, outdoor seating and an evolving seasonal menu. Wine bar, weekend brunch and popular happy hour. LD • BAR • $$-$$$ 321 BAY ST., PETOSKEY, 231.348.3321 Pour Public House Charcuterie, gourmet sandwiches, salads, soups, bruschetta. LD • BAR • $-$$ 422 E MITCHELL ST., PETOSKEY, 231.881.9800

Roast & Toast Hip coffeehouse with daily house-made soups, bread, bakery items and salads. On-site coffee roasting.

A consistent MyNorth Red Hot Best winner. BLD • $ 309 E. LAKE STREET, PETOSKEY, 231.347.7767

Sam’s Graces Café & Bakery Artisanal bakery and brick oven pizzeria. BL • $ 3393 STATE ST., HARBOR SPRINGS, 231.242.1230 Side Door Saloon Excellent sandwiches, quesadillas, steak, whitefish and pastas. LD • BAR • $ 1200 N. U.S. 31, PETOSKEY, 231. 347.9291

Stafford’s Bay View Inn Gracious 1886 inn with a big veranda, glorious gardens and bay view, American fare. Sun. brunch. BLD • $$-$$$ 2011 WOODLAND, PETOSKEY, 231347.2771 Stafford’s Perry Hotel Circa-1899 hotel with a wraparound front porch and killer views of Little Traverse Bay. LD

$ 7611 U.S. 31, ALANSON, 231.548.2231

• BAR • $$–$$$ CORNER OF BAY & LEWIS, PETOSKEY, 231.347.4000

Knot Just a Bar Contemporary sports and oyster bar perched on the Bay Harbor marina. B • $ 4165 MAIN STREET, BAY Original Pancake House Crepes, waffles, pancakes, omelettes, egg specialties. LD • BAR • $-$$ 840 FRONT ST., BAY

Stafford’s Pier Regional cuisine. Pointer Room—fresh seafood. LD • BAR • $$ Dudley’s Deck—LD • BAR • $$ Chart Room—D • BAR • $$ 102 BAY ST., HARBOR SPRINGS, 231.526.6201 Tap30 Pourhouse Inventive sliders, award-winning chili, Frito pie and more along with 30 beers on tap. LD • BAR • $

HARBOR, 231.439.2770

422 E MITCHELL ST., PETOSKEY, 231.881.9572

Vintage Chophouse/ Wine Bar All-American steakhouse flavored with retro sophistication. LD • BAR • $-$$$

Terrace Inn Planked whitefish and housemade desserts in a Victorian setting. D • BAR • $$ 1549 GLENDALE, PETOSKEY,

HARBOR, 231.439.9989

INN AT BAY HARBOR AUTOGRAPH COLLECTION, 3600 VILLAGE HARBOR DR., BAY HARBOR, 231.439.4051

Vivio’s Northwood Inn Locals love this cozy, rustic, wildlifedecorated log cabin with Italian cuisine and specialty pizzas.

LD • BAR • $-$$ 4531 S. STRAITS HWY., INDIAN RIVER, 231.238.9471

CROSS VILLAGE/HARBOR SPRINGS/ PELLSTON/PETOSKEY Barrel Back Smoked pork tacos, chopped salads, gourmet pizza and pasta, grilled beef tenderloin and more. Over 20 craft beers on tap and signature cocktails. LD • BAR $-$$$

231.347.2410

Thai Orchid Cuisine Outstandingly fresh and authentic noodles, curries and salads. LD • $-$$ 433 E. MITCHELL ST., PETOSKEY, 231.487.9900

Villa Ristorante Italiano Chianti bottles hang from stucco walls and authentic handmade pasta, osso bucco and handrolled cannoli star. D • BAR • $$-$$$ 887 SPRING ST., PETOSKEY, 231.347.1440

Willow Inspired farm-to-table modern American cuisine with global wine and craft cocktail bar. D • BAR • $$ 129 EAST BAY ST., HARBOR SPRINGS, 231.412.6032

231.753.2221

The Bistro Local favorite for saucer-sized homemade pancakes, home-cooked comfort food and soups like carrot bisque and chicken ’n’ dumpling. BL • $ 423 MICHIGAN ST., PETOSKEY, 231.347.5583

Boyne Highlands Main Dining Room—Casual American with Scottish influences. Focus on fresh, seasonal, local ingredients.

Seminole Pub. BLD • BAR • $–$$ 600 HIGHLANDS DR., HARBOR SPRINGS, 231.526.3000

Chandler’s Brick-walled and -floored dining inside or on the patio offers two ways to savor this art-filled eatery’s upscale menu. LD • BAR • $-$$$ 215 HOWARD ST., PETOSKEY, BELOW SYMONS GENERAL STORE, 231.347.2981

City Park Grill Hemingway drank at the massive mahogany bar in this casual spot. Scratch cuisine, wood grill, hand-cut steaks, pastas, fresh whitefish, and live entertainment. LD • BAR • $$ 432 E. LAKE, PETOSKEY, 231.347.0101

Jose’s Authentic taqueria with made-to-order Mex. LD • $ 309 PETOSKEY ST., PETOSKEY, 231.348.3299

Julienne Tomatoes Fresh sandwiches, comfort food, and homemade pastries like lemon raspberry bars, banana caramel flan. BL • $ 421 HOWARD ST., PETOSKEY, 231.439.9250

Stiggs Brewery Hand-crafted brews, from-scratch food like whitefish cakes, bourbon chicken sandwich, top sirloin wagyu steak. LD • BAR $-$$ 112 S. PARK ST., BOYNE CITY, 231.497.6100 Shanty Creek Resort Lakeview—Innovative regional cuisine at Shanty Creek Resort with a view of Lake Bellaire. Breakfast, lunch & dinner. The River Bistro—Breakfast buffet, sandwiches, pizzas and 45 regional beers on tap; Arnie’s at the Summit—Breakfast, Lunch, (spring-fall) Ivan’s Mountainside Gril—Schuss Village-Pub food. BLD • BAR 1 SHANTY CREEK RD. (M-88), BELLAIRE, 800.678.4111

Short’s Brewing Co. Sip Joe Short’s fabulous brew, and dine from the deli menu in a renovated hardware store. LD • BAR • $ 121 N. BRIDGE ST., BELLAIRE, 231.533.6622

NEW Terrain Restaurant Honest yet ambitious contempo-

rary American food with a focus on local ingredients. D • BAR • $$ 213 N BRIDGE ST., BELLAIRE, 231.350.7301

Torch Riviera Pasta, seafood, steaks, ribs, pizza. D • BAR • $$ 12899 CHERRY AVE., RAPID CITY, 231.322.4100

Walloon Lake Inn Exceptional culinary skills play out in a newly renovated, century-old pine-paneled lakeside lodge. D

• BAR • $$-$$$ 4178 WEST ST., WALLOON LAKE VILLAGE, 231.535.2999

CENTRAL LAKE/CHARLEVOIX/ EAST JORDAN/ELLSWORTH Bridge Street Taproom Michigan craft brews, beerfriendly small plates, local charcuterie and bird’s-eye views of the yacht traffic on Round Lake. D L • BAR • $-$$ 202 BRIDGE ST., CHARLEVOIX, 231.437.3466

The Cantina Tacos and tequila with indoor and outdoor seating. Live entertainment. LD • BAR • $-$$ 101 VAN PELT PLACE, CHARLEVOIX, 231.437.3612

Charlevoix Pizza Company Scratch-made dough, fresh ingredients, golden crust, prepared daily. Plus, cheesy bread and wings. LD • $-$$ 311 BRIDGE ST., CHARLEVOIX, 231.437.6300 East Park Tavern French-influenced American cuisine featuring prime rib, John Cross Whitefish and specialty cocktails at the Quay Restaurant and Terrace Bar in Charlevoix. LD • BAR • $$–$$$ 307 BRIDGE ST., CHARLEVOIX, 231.547.7450

Esperance Gourmets will adore dishes prepared with dazzling technique in this specialty food and wine shop. D • $-$$$ That French Place Authentic French creperie and ice cream shop. BLD • $ 212 BRIDGE ST., CHARLEVOIX, 231.437.6037 Grey Gables Inn Graceful, intimate, Victorian atmosphere across from the harbor. D • BAR • $–$$$ 308 BELVEDERE, CHAR-

CHARLEVOIX & CHAIN OF LAKES BELLAIRE/BOYNE COUNTRY/WALLOON Boyne City Taproom Craft beer, wood-fired pizzas, wraps, burgers. LD • BAR • $-$$ 220 S. LAKE ST., BOYNE CITY, 231.459.4487 Boyne Mountain Resort Everett’s Restaurant & Lounge—Elegantly prepared fish and game dishes. BLD • BAR • $-$$$; Eriksen’s—Stunning view of the slopes and menu with Austrian and German touches. BLD • BAR • $-$$; Forty Acre Tavern— American pub fare with an extensive beer list. LD • BAR • $-$$ ONE BOYNE MOUNTAIN RD., BOYNE FALLS. 844.732.6875

Café Santé Beside Lake Charlevoix featuring bistro classics. BLD • BAR • $-$$ 1 WATER ST., BOYNE CITY, 231.582.8800 Corner Bistro French-inspired small plates, classic cocktails, wine, beer, Sunday brunch. LD • BAR • $-$$ 102 N. BRIDGE ST., BELLAIRE, 231.350.7344

Friske Orchards Cafe Cheerful roadside restaurant features farm-fresh breakfasts, homemade soups, salads, sandwiches, and a bakery. BL • $ 10743 U.S. 31 S., ATWOOD, 231.599.2604 Lake Street Pub American pub with outdoor patio and firepit, BYO mac ‘n’ cheese, cocktails, 26 beers on tap. LD • $ 202 S. LAKE ST., BOYNE CITY, 231.497.6031

231.582.0049

12853 U.S. 31 N., CHARLEVOIX, 231.237.9300

04069 M75, WALLOON LAKE, 231.535.6000

Beards Brewery Pizza, burgers, salads, wings and culinary surprises including pho. LD • BAR $$ 215 E LAKE ST. PETOSKEY,

CREEK RD, BELLAIRE, 231.533.9000

LEVOIX, 231.547.9261

Lake Charlevoix Brewing Co. Craft brewery with good eats—grilled cheese sammies, tacos, quesadillas and beef jerky. LD • BAR • $-$$ 111 BRIDGE PARK DR., CHARLEVOIX, 231.437.3220

Pigs Eatin’ Ribs Real smokehouse with mouthwatering BBQ. Weekend breakfast. BLD • $-$$ 1418 BRIDGE ST., CHARLEVOIX, 231.547.7447

Rowe Inn A unique fresh and from-scratch dining experience that has stood the test of time. D • BAR •$$$ 6303 E. JORDAN RD., ELLSWORTH, 231.588.7351

Scovie’s Gourmet Fresh salads, sandwiches, soups and baked goods star here. Dinner is bistro-style comfort food. LD • $-$$ 111 BRIDGE ST., CHARLEVOIX, 231.237.7827

Stafford’s Weathervane Local fish, seafood and regional cuisine in a Hobbit-style Earl Young stone structure with a massive fireplace overlooking the Pine River Channel. LD • BAR • $$ 106 PINE RIVER LN., CHARLEVOIX, 231.547.4311

Terry’s Place Small white-tablecloth eatery with a high tin ceiling. Try the perch or filet mignon. Mouthwatering. D • BAR

• $$ 112 ANTRIM ST., CHARLEVOIX, 231.547.2799

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Boone Dock’s Log lodge with roomy deck, shrimp, burgers, steaks. LD • BAR • $$ 5858 MANITOU, GLEN ARBOR, 231.334.6444 Boone’s Prime Time Pub Seafood, steaks and burgers in a cozy cabin with a fireplace and a lively, friendly wait staff. LD •

Villager Pub ’50s atmosphere, whitefish, Mexican, ribs, sandwiches and pizza. LD • BAR • $-$$ 427 BRIDGE ST., CHAR-

NEW Broomstack Kitchen & Taphouse Great burgers,

231.275.6401

BAR • $ 172 W BURDICKVILLE RD., MAPLE CITY, 231.228.8869

Dilbert’s Soups, sandwiches, omelets and other home cooking served in a homey atmosphere. BLD • $ 11303 U.S. 31, INTER-

Torch Lake Cafe Inventive, ultra-fresh cuisine with sharable options like the seafood platter with black garlic butter. Or devour an elevated fried bologna sandwich with pickled green tomato and house Dijon all on your own... BLD • BAR • $-$$$

LEVOIX, 231.547.6925

ELK RAPIDS/GAYLORD/GRAYLING/MANCELONA Chef Charles’ Culinary Institute of America-trained Chef Charles Egeler makes gourmet pizzas, Ligurian-style takeout pesto, salads and sandwiches in a classic pizzeria. LD • $ 147 RIVER ST., ELK RAPIDS, 231.264.8901

Cellar 152 Gourmet meals to take out or eat in a wine bar on the Elk River. BLD • BAR • $-$$ 152 RIVER ST., ELK RAPIDS, 231.264.9000

The Local All-American breakfast and lunch done better. BL • $$ 145 AMES ST., ELK RAPIDS, 231.498.2190

Pearl’s New Orleans Kitchen Every day’s Mardi Gras at this festive spot, where Cajun, Creole, seafood, sandwiches and big brunches accompany lively zydeco, jazz and blues. LD • BAR • $-$$ 617 AMES, ELK RAPIDS, 231.264.0530

Siren Hall Sup on classics such as short ribs, steak frites, fresh-off-the-plane fruits de mer and homey sides like risotto “tots” and bleu cheese green beans. LD • BAR • $-$$$ 151 RIVER ST., ELK RAPIDS, 231. 264.6062

Bennethum’s Northern Inn Fresh eclectic cuisine and updated regional favorites in a cozy Northwoods setting. Creative kids menu, Sun. brunch. LD • BAR • $-$$$ 3917 SOUTH OLD 27, GAYLORD, 989.732.9288

Paddle Hard Brewing A fun-loving community hangout with artisan tacos, pizzas and brews. LD • BAR 227 E MICHIGAN AVE., GRAYLING, 989.745.6388

Spike’s Keg O’ Nails An Up North classic for burgers since 1933. LD • BAR $ 301 N. JAMES ST., GRAYLING, 989.348.7113 Tap Room 32 Twenty handles of Michigan craft beers and a menu of modern brew-friendly vittles like truffle fries and Korean beef tacos. D • $$ 141 NORTH COURT AVE., GAYLORD, 989.748.8552

The Old Depot 1900s train depot features homestyle burgers, steaks, chops, prime rib, seafood, pies and pastries. BLD • $$ 10826 M-32 E., JOHANNESBURG, 989.732.3115

Sugar Bowl Restaurant This vintage 1919 eatery serves whitefish, prime rib and Greek specialties. BLD • BAR • $$-$$$ 216 W. MAIN ST., GAYLORD, 989.732.5524

Treetops Sylvan Resort Hunters Grille, & Sports Bar. Steak, burgers, ribs, pasta, signature pizza, chicken, fish and glutenfree selections. Featuring a selection of 100 Michigan craft beer, wines, fabulous martinis. BLD • BAR • $-$$$ WILKINSON RD., GAYLORD, 800.444.6711

Shirley’s Café An ultra-friendly, all-homemade oasis. BLD • $ 528 S. WILLIAMS ST., MANCELONA, 231.587.1210

LEELANAU COUNTY 45th Parallel Cafe Artsy spot with creative breakfast and lunch. BL • $-$$ 102 S. BROADWAY, SUTTONS BAY, 231.271.2233 Art’s Tavern Burgers, whitefish, steaks, Mexican and pizza.

Smelt year-round at this legendary watering hole. BLD • BAR • $-$$ 6487 W. WESTERN AVE., GLEN ARBOR, 231.334.3754

Blu Exquisite regional cuisine from chef Randy Chamberlain in an intimate setting on Sleeping Bear Bay. D • BAR • $$$$ LAKE ST., GLEN ARBOR, 231.334.2530

The Bluebird A mainstay for locals and boaters since 1927. Specialties: cinnamon rolls, whitefish, seafood, steak, pasta, creative ethnic feasts during the off-season. Sun. brunch. LD • BAR $$ 102 E. RIVER ST., LELAND, 231.256.9081 Big Cat Brewing Company Casual brewery serving comfort food classics including pot roast, French toast and Grandma Ackley’s Carrot Cake. BLD • BAR • $-$$ 8699 S. GOOD HARBOR TR., CEDAR, 231.228.2282

BAR • $$ 102 ST. JOSEPH, SUTTONS BAY, 231.271.6688

hand-cut fries, Sicilian-style pizza. Curling in the winter. LD •

Dick’s Pour House Homemade soups and pies, sandwiches, pizza. LD • BAR • $-$$ 103 W. PHILIP ST., LAKE LEELANAU, 231.256.9912

Fig's Sandwiches, breakfasts, salads homemade with local ingredients. Great selection of vegetarian dishes. BL • $$ 202

INTERLOCHEN Bradley’s Pub & Grille Burgers, ribs, bluegill, brisket, trout and so much more. LD BAR • $-$$ 10586 US31, INTERLOCHEN,

LOCHEN, 231.275.3005

Hofbrau Lively cedar-paneled former general store serves locals and Interlochen performers. Steak, seafood, bluegill and barbecue. Sun. brunch. LD • BAR • $-$$ 2784 M-137, INTERLOCHEN, 231.276.6979

WEST MAIN STREET, LAKE LEELANAU, 231.256.7720

Fischer’s Happy Hour Tavern Rustic family-style roadhouse known for burgers, soups and raspberry pie in season.

LD • BAR • $ 7144 N. M-22, BETWEEN NORTHPORT AND LELAND, 231.386.9923

Funistrada Casual trattoria features Italian specialties such as veal saltimbocca and lasagna. D • BAR • $$ 4566 MCFARLANE, MAPLE CITY/BURDICKVILLE, 231.334.3900

Hearth & Vine Café at Black Star Farms Farm-to-table menu that pairs with Black Star Farm’s wine, cider and craft cocktails. LD • BAR • $-$$ 10844 E REVOLD RD., SUTTONS BAY, 231.944.1297

The Homestead Nonna’s Restaurant—Classically inspired, contemporary Italian cuisine. D • BAR $$-$$$ Beppi’s Sports Bar—Hand-tossed pizzas, paninis and salads. D • BAR • $-$$ 1 WOODRIDGE RD. (OFF M-22), GLEN ARBOR, 231.334.5000

Hop Lot Brewing Co. Family-friendly microbrewery with four-season patio and games serving ribs, tacos, wings and a s’more kit to top it all off. LD • BAR • $-$$ 658 S WEST-BAY SHORE DR., SUTTONS BAY, 231.866.4445

Joe’s Friendly Tavern A rustic, comfy spot with bar food: whitefish, burgers, sandwiches, chili and soup. BLD • BAR • $$ 11015 FRONT ST., EMPIRE, 231.326.5506

Knot Just a Bar Fish and burgers in a modern, beachy pub perched over pretty Omena Bay. LD • BAR • $-$$ 5019 BAY

OLD MISSION PENINSULA Jolly Pumpkin Wood-fired steaks, fresh fish, and artisan pizzas along with fresh ales crafted on site. LD • BAR • $$ 13512 OLD PENINSULA DR., TRAVERSE CITY, 231.223.4333

Mission Table Farm-to-table restaurant serving seasonal, locally sourced fare and craft cocktails. D THURSDAY,

FRIDAY & SATURDAY 5PM–9PM • BAR • $-$$ 13512 PENINSULA DR., TRAVERSE CITY, 231.223.4222

Old Mission Tavern Prime rib, fresh fish, pastas and ethnic specials. LD • BAR • $$ 17015 CENTER RD., TRAVERSE CITY, 231.223.7280

DOWNTOWN TRAVERSE CITY Alliance James Beard-nominee Pete Peterson teams with upand-coming chef James Bloomfield at this Warehouse District bistro. LD • BAR • $-$$ 144 HALL ST., TRAVERSE CITY, 231.642.5545 Amical Friendly French bistro with a bay view, fireplace and street patio. Prix fixe menu from 4–5:30pm. Sun. brunch.

LD • BAR • $$-$$$ 229 E. FRONT ST., TRAVERSE CITY, 231.941.8888

Blue Tractor Cook Shop An Old Town favorite with fromscratch farmer food. and Michigan-crafted beers. LD • BAR • $-$$ 423 UNION ST., TRAVERSE CITY, 922.9515

SHORE DR. (M-22), OMENA, 231.386.7393

Bubba’s Happening Front Street spot with battered mahi and chips, burgers, chimis, salads and tacos. BLD • BAR • $ 428 E.

La Bécasse Part the heavy velvet curtains and find a Provençal paradise. D • BAR • $$-$$$ C-675 & C-616, BURDICKVILLE,

Bu-Shi Gourmet burgers. Fresh sushi. One place. LD • BAR •

FRONT ST., TRAVERSE CITY, 231.995.0570

231.334.3944

$-$$ 531 W. FRONT ST., 231.252.3086

Market 22 Deli, pizza, bakery. Eat in or take out. BLD • BAR •

The Cooks’ House A sweet little dollhouse of a spot, home to sustainable local cuisine with a French sensibility. LD • $$-$$$

$ 497 E HARBOR HWY., MAPLE CITY, 231.228.6422

Martha’s Leelanau Table A European-style cafe with an emphasis on regional cuisine made from scratch, including some gluten free dishes and pastries. BLD • BAR • $-$$$ 413 N. ST. JOSEPH ST., SUTTONS BAY, 231.271.2344

North Country Grill & Pub The Boone family keeps the classics (whitefish, prime rib, and yellow belly perch) while flirting with fondue, fried pickles, Phillys and Cubans. LD • BAR • $$ 420 ST. JOSEPH ST., SUTTONS BAY, 231.271.5000

Pegtown Station Pizza, subs, burgers, sandwiches, salads and breakfast—all done well. BL • $ 8654 S MAPLE CITY RD., MAPLE CITY, 231.228.6692

Streetside Grille Seafood, burgers, pasta, flatbread pizzas, great beer list and more. LD • BAR • $$-$$$ 111 N. ST. JOSEPH ST., SUTTONS BAY, 231.866.4199

The Tribune Ice Cream and Eatery House-cured lox, breakfast burritos, meatloaf sammies and burgers share the menu.

BLD • $ 110 E. NAGONABA ST., NORTHPORT, 231.386.1055

Tucker’s of Northport Casual bistro dining with exceptional apps, Great Lakes fish, house-smoked wings, plus Beyond burgers and brats. LD • BAR • $-$$ 116 WAUKAZOO, NORTHPORT, 231.386.1061

Western Avenue Grill Birch-bark-rustic motif with canoes hung from the rafters. Pasta, seafood, whitefish and burgers. LD • BAR • $$ 6680 WESTERN AVE. (M-109), GLEN ARBOR, 231.

334.3362

Wren Contemporary comfort food and a constantly changing menu to feature locally sourced ingredients. D • BAR • $$ 303 N. ST. JOSEPH ST., SUTTONS BAY, 231.271.1175

115 WELLINGTON ST., TRAVERSE CITY, 231.946.8700

Cousin Jenny’s Cornish Pasties Homemade pasties. BLD • $ 129 S. UNION ST., TRAVERSE CITY, 231.941.7821

The Dish Cafe Eclectic menu with creative salads, quesadillas, enormous wraps, sandwiches and smoothies. LD • BAR • $ 108 S. UNION, TRAVERSE CITY, 231.932.2233

Firefly A dazzling small-plate menu, sushi, steaks and burgs at a sophisticated hotspot on the river. BL • $-$$ 310 S. CASS ST., TRAVERSE CITY, 231.932.1310

The Franklin Hip downtown eatery featuring flatbread, salads, lamb and beef burgers, bistro dinners. Fabulous wine, craft beer, hard cider and perry. LD • BAR • $-$$ 160 E. FRONT ST., TRAVERSE CITY, 231.943.2727

Georgina’s Asian and Latin taqueria. LD • $ 236 E. FRONT ST., TRAVERSE CITY, 231.943.1555

The Good Bowl Fresh, authentic Vietnamese eatery. Donates $1 for every bowl to the charity of your choice. LD • BAR $-$$ 328 E FRONT ST.,TRAVERSE CITY, 231.252.2662

The Green House Café Sandwiches, soups and salads. BL • $ 115 E. FRONT ST., TRAVERSE CITY, 231.929.7687

Grand Traverse Pie Co. Exceptional cream and fruit pies, coffee, baked goods, pot pies, chicken salad and quiche. BL • $ 525 W. FRONT ST. AND 101 N. PARK ST., TRAVERSE CITY, 231.922.7437

Harvest In brand new expanded location, local foods hip spot. LD • $ 136 E. FRONT ST., TRAVERSE CITY, 231.486.6037 Mackinaw Brewing Co. Nautical-themed brewpub offers great house-smoked meats, several styles of beers, tasty burgers, fish and ribs. LD • BAR • $$ 161 E. FRONT ST., TRAVERSE CITY, 933.1100

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Mac Tonight Full disclosure: we found out in June (with our coveted Red Hot Best awards) where our readers head for top-notch mac, and it’s been a cheesy and wonderful year since.

7 MONKS, TRAVERSE CITY

JOLLY PUMPKIN, OLD MISSION PENINSULA

Well … it’s not exactly Mac ’n’ Cheese here—it’s Monk ’n’ Cheese.

It’s made with garlic and thyme, Monterey Jack, cream and applewood smoked bacon all tossed with cavatappi pasta. Go ahead and add sriracha. 7MONKSTAP.COM

We’ll have seconds of this classic Euro take, please: mini penne pasta, three cheeses, crispy cured bacon, Parmesan crust.

APACHE TROUT GRILL, TRAVERSE CITY It’s on the menu as Loaded Mac & Cheese and loaded it is with a five-cheese sauce, chicken breast, bacon, snow peas, tomatoes, red onion and toasted herb bread crumbs. APACHETROUTGRILL.COM

They call it Bumblebee. The flavors change daily—read this sampler and weep: jalapeño bacon, chicken bacon ranch, mushroom stroganoff, roasted garlic and herb, pizza mac, curry cauliflower, five cheese. SHORTSBREWING.COM

BARLEY & RYE, LUDINGTON

SPARKS BBQ, TRAVERSE CITY

They take the basic elbows and a housemade cheese sauce and serve it up five ways here. Try the shredded chicken, bacon, beef brisket, pulled pork or guacamole. BARLEYANDRYEBAR.COM

No surprise, it’s called Pitmaster Mac ’n’ Cheese here and it comes with bbq chicken, pork, brisket. EATSPARKSBBQ.COM

BIERE DE MAC BREW WORKS, MACKINAW CITY

Take the garlic toast they serve with it and heap it with this melange of cavatappi pasta, chicken, bacon and white cheddar béchamel. STONEOVENLA.COM

Proof that there is no end to the art you can make with a basic mac ’n’ cheese canvas. The Mighty Mac & Cheese (named for the bridge up the road, of course) is crafted with bacon lardon, Plath’s smoked Polish sausage, butternut squash, white cheddar cheese sauce and Parmesan toasted bread crumbs. BIEREDEMAC.COM

BLUE TRACTOR, TRAVERSE CITY Step 1. Smoke a pig. Step 2. Blend the tender shoulder meat with tangy bbq sauce, macaroni and smoked gouda béchamel sauce.

Step 3. Call me in the morning. BLUETRACTORCOOKSHOP.COM

JOLLYPUMPKIN.COM

SHORT’S BREWING COMPANY, BELLAIRE

STONE OVEN, LAKE ANN

TAP 30, PETOSKEY Never heard of a combo like this, but sign me up: cavatappi pasta, beer-braised leeks and jalapeños sautéed with housemade smoked gouda white cheddar cheese sauce, all topped with maple bbq pulled pork. TAP30.COM

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dining | restaurant guide Mama Lu’s Modern Day Taco Shop Fresh tortillas with a mix of traditional and modern ingredients at this hip, fun taqueria and bar. LD • BAR • $$ 149 E FRONT ST., TRAVERSE CITY, 231.943.2793

Minerva’s In the historic Park Place Hotel. Italian-American menu, elaborate Sun. brunch. BLD • BAR • $$ 300 E. STATE ST., TRAVERSE CITY, 231.946.5093

Mode’s Bum Steer Classic steakhouse serves tender, wellaged charbroiled Black Angus steaks, seafood, ribs, soup, sandwiches. LD • BAR • $$ 125 E. STATE ST., TRAVERSE CITY, 231.947.9832

North Peak Brewing Co. Wood-fired pizzas, seafood, sandwiches, microbrewed beer and a jam-packed bar scene. LD • BAR • $$ 400 W. FRONT ST., TRAVERSE CITY, 231.941.7325

Omelette Shoppe Vast array of omelets, homemade breads and pastries, soup and sandwiches. BLD • $ 124 CASS,

Smoke and Porter Public House An American smokehouse wherefarm-to-tableandwholebeastbutcherymeetthefirepits.r.

Ursa Major Bistro Breakfast, burgers sandwiches. BLD • $-$$

Turtle Creek Casino & Hotel Bourbons 72—Seafood, prime rib and more. D • BAR • $-$$$ 7741 M-72, WILLIAMSBURG,

CADILLAC

231.534.8888

TRAVERSE CITY–SOUTH Boone’s Long Lake Inn Steaks, prime rib, seafood, daily specials. D • BAR • $$ 7208 SECOR RD., TRAVERSE CITY, 231.946.3991 Centre Street Café Fine and flavorful sammies. Saturday brunch 10:30am-6pm. Mon.-Fri. Open 10am-3pm. Closed Sunday. BL • $ 1125 CENTRE ST., TRAVERSE CITY, 231.946.5872 The Filling Station Microbrewery Thin-crusted wood-fired flatbreads and flavorful house brews revitalize the Depot. LD •

231.946.0912, AND 1209 E. FRONT ST., TRAVERSE CITY, 231.946.0590

BAR • $-$$ 642 RAILROAD PLACE, TRAVERSE CITY, 231.946.8168

Pangea’s Pizza Pub Craft pies, creative toppings. LD • BAR

Right Brain Brewery Traverse City’s beloved brew pub now at a new location. BAR • $ 225 E. 16 ST., TRAVERSE CITY, 231.944.1239

$-$$ 135 E. FRONT ST., TRAVERSE CITY, 231.946.9800

Patisserie Amie French bakery and bistro. BAR • LD • $-$$$ 237 LAKE AVE., TRAVERSE CITY, 231.922.9645

TRAVERSE CITY–WEST

Poppycock’s Fresh seafood, pasta, unique sandwiches and salads, including vegetarian specialties and award-winning desserts. LD • BAR • $-$$ 128. E. FRONT ST. TRAVERSE CITY,

Apache Trout Grill Rough-hewn eatery affords a great bay view along with ribs, steak, pasta and salad. LD • BAR • $$

231.941.7632

Rare Bird Brewery The likes of pork belly sliders, oysters on the half shell and great burgers served up alongside great beer.

LD • BAR • $$ 229 LAKE AVE., TRAVERSE CITY, 231.943.2053

Red Ginger Wrap yourself in fresh, sleek surroundings and the spicy-exotic flavors of Asia. D • BAR • $-$$$ 237 E. FRONT ST., TRAVERSE CITY, 231.944.1733

Scalawags Whitefish and Chips Ultra-fresh Great Lakes fish fry. LD • $ 303 E. STATE ST., TRAVERSE CITY, 231.933.8700 Seven Monks Taproom Pair any of 46 beers on tap (including European Trappist ales) with your burger and lively sides like sweet potato frites and Scotch egg. LD • BAR • $-$$ 128 S. UNION ST.,

13671 S. WEST BAY SHORE DR., TRAVERSE CITY, 231.947.7079

Harrington’s By the Bay Sunday brunch, seafood, steaks, burgers, sandwiches—with a bay view. BLD • BAR

• $-$$$ 13890 SOUTH WEST BAY SHORE DR., TRAVERSE CITY, 231.421.9393

Nada’s Gourmet Deli & Mediterranean Cuisine Authentic hummus, tabbouleh, chicken shawarma, falafel, the best baklava in Traverse City. LD • $ 542 W FRONT ST, TRAVERSE CITY, 231.947.6779

PepeNero From-scratch southern Italian cuisine. LD • BAR • $$ 700 COTTAGEVIEW DR., STE. 30, TRAVERSE CITY, 231.929.1960

Red Spire Brunch House Classic American fare: breakfast and lunch all day. BL • $$ 800 COTTAGEVIEW DR., ST. 30, TRAVERSE

TRAVERSE CITY, 231.929.4807

CITY, 231.252.4648

Slate Prime cuts of beef and the freshest seafood with inspired toppings and sides. D • BAR • $$$ 250 E. FRONT ST., TRA-

Sleder’s Family Tavern Bar fare and entertainment under the original tin ceiling in one of Michigan’s oldest saloons. Kiss Randolph the moose before you leave. LD • BAR • $-$$ 717

VERSE CITY, 231.421.5912

Sorellina Authentic Italian pasta, zuppa and insalate. LD • BAR • $$-$$$ 250 E. FRONT ST., TRAVERSE CITY, 231.421.5912

Sugar 2 Salt Traverse City's hot brunch spot serves up what is in season. B • $-$$ 1371 GRAY DR., SUITE 300, TRAVERSE CITY, 231.409.8382

Taproot Cider House Brick oven pizza, great salads, inventive entrees paired with hard cider, microbrews, wine and spirits. LD • BAR • $-$$ 300 E. FRONT ST., TRAVERSE CITY, 231.943.2500 The Towne Plaza Eclectic American cuisine focusing on local ingredients. BLD • BAR • $-$$$ 202 E. CASS ST., TRAVERSE CITY, 231.929.090

Thirsty Fish Sports Grille Family-friendly sports bar with seafood, burgers, steaks, pasta and a 600-gallon fish tank.

Live music on the patio. LD • BAR • $-$$ 221 E. STATE ST., TRAVERSE CITY, 231.421.1165

TRAVERSE CITY–EAST Don’s Drive In A ’50s-style diner and drive-in with booths, burgers, fries, shakes, nostalgic jukebox. LD • $ 2030 U.S. 31 N., TRAVERSE CITY, 231.938.1860

Grand Traverse Resort and Spa Aerie—16th-floor panorama of East Bay and regional fine dining. Music on weekends.

D • BAR • $$-$$$ Sweetwater American Bistro—BLD • $$ U.S. 31 N., ACME, 231.534.6000

Randy’s Diner Soups, salads, sandwiches, all-you-can-eat cod. BLD • $ 1103 S. GARFIELD, TRAVERSE CITY, 231.946.0789 Red Mesa Grill Colorful spot with a fireplace, flights of tequila and Latin American cuisine. LD • BAR • $-$$ 1544 US31, TRAVERSE CITY, 231.938.2773

Reflect Bistro and Lounge at Cambria Suites Hotel Breakfast, dinner and Happy Hour 4-7 p.m. daily. BD • BAR • $-$$$ 255 MUNSON AVE., TRAVERSE CITY, 231.778.9000

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245 S BENZIE BLVD., BEULAH, 231.383.4250

LD • BAR • $-$$$ 1752 US31, TRAVERSE CITY, 231.642.5020

RANDOLPH ST., TRAVERSE CITY, 231.947.9213

The Silver Swan Ethnic fare and killer desserts. LD • $ 13692 S. WEST BAY SHORE DR., TRAVERSE CITY, 231.932.0203

Spanglish Authentic, homemade Mexican fare with occasional American accents. BLD • $ 1333 YELLOW DR., TRAVERSE CITY. 231.943.1453

Trattoria Stella Hip locally sourced fare with an Italian accent. LD • BAR • $$-$$$ 1200 W. ELEVENTH, TRAVERSE CITY, 231.929.8989

West End Tavern Craft cocktails, wood-roasted chicken and more elevated pub fare served up beside West Bay. LD • BAR • $$ 12719 SOUTH WEST BAYSHORE DR., TRAVERSE CITY, 231.943.2922

Blue Heron Cafe Dazzling upscale sandwiches, soups and salads as well as from-scratch pastries. BL • $ 304 N. MITCHELL, CADILLAC, 231.775.5461

Hermann’s European Cafe Austrian-born master pastry chef Hermann Suhs creates international cuisine, seasonal specialties and divine desserts in an alpenhaus-style dining room. LD • BAR • $$ 214 N. MITCHELL, CADILLAC, 231.775.9563 Herraduras Mexican Bar & Grill Authentic dishes like flautas, enchiladas and carnitas, plus shrimp chimis and steaks. LD • BAR • $ 1700 S. MITCHELL ST., CADILLAC, 231.775.4575

Lakeside Charlie’s A fine deck on Lake Mitchell. The hunt club–style restaurant features burgers, aged beef, fish and wild game. LD • BAR • $$ 301 S. LAKE MITCHELL, CADILLAC, 231.775.5332

Maggie’s Tavern Chili, burgers, steaks, wet burritos and kid selections are served up in a lively 19th-century setting. LD • BAR • $ 523 N. MITCHELL, CADILLAC, 231.775.1810

FRANKFORT/ELBERTA/ONEKAMA/ MANISTEE/ARCADIA Birch & Maple Scratch cuisine prepared with an emphasis on locally sourced ingredients. Friendly folks and fab craft cocktails. BLD • BAR • $-$$ 727 MAIN ST., FRANKFORT, 231.399.0399 Bungalow Inn This former rustic cabin offers steak, ribs and fish-fry specials, perch. LD • BAR • $-$$ 1100 28TH ST., MANISTEE, 231.723.8000

The Cabbage Shed Suds, and superb eats like seared scallops, rack of lamb and Ritz-crusted walleye. D • $-$$ 198 FRANKFORT AVE., ELBERTA, 231.352.9843

Dinghy’s Local favorite for 25 years with house-smoked meats including famous ribs, half-pound burger, Big BLT, award-winning Friday fish fry. LD • BAR • $$ 415 MAIN ST., FRANKFORT, 231.352.4702

The Fillmore House-crafted burgers, salads and wood-fired pizzas (p.m. only), all rich with Michigan ingredients. LD• BAR

• $-$$ 318 RIVER ST, MANISTEE, 231.887.4121

The Fusion Asian delights like fiery curries and lettuce wraps (plus creative cocktails) served in a serene atmosphere on Frankfort’s main drag. BLD • $–$$ 300 MAIN ST., FRANKFORT, 231.352.4114

Hotel Frankfort Fine dining served up at this in-town inn.

BLD • $-$$$ 231 MAIN ST., FRANKFORT, 231.352.8090

L’chayim Delicatessen NY-style deli with sandwiches and bagels. BL • $-$$ 325 MAIN STREET, FRANKFORT, 231.352.5220 Mayfair Tavern Burgers, steaks, fish. LD • BAR $-$$ 515 FRANKFORT AVE., ELBERTA, 231.352.9136

North Channel Brewing Co. Watch the action at the drawbridge in a refined industrial atmosphere with meats smoked daily and excellent craft beers on tap. LD • BAR $-$$ 86 WASHINGTON ST, MANISTEE, 231.299.1020

BENZIE, MANISTEE, CADILLAC

NEW Rock's Landing

BENZONIA/BEULAH/HONOR/THOMPSONVILLE

Eclectic menu combines local ingredients with ethnic influences. Intimate dining, feet from Crystal Lake. D • BAR $$ 1157 CRYSTAL DR., FRANKFORT,

Crystal Mountain Resort Thistle Pub & Grille—Wood-paneled eatery, continental and Scottish specialties. LD • BAR • $-$$$ Wild Tomato Restaurant & Bar—Family Favorites. BLD

Stormcloud Brewing Brewing Belgian-inspired ales to pair with inventive, smart bistro fare. LD • BAR • $-$$ 303 MAIN ST.,

• BAR • $-$$ M-115, THOMPSONVILLE, 231.946.3585 OR 231.378.2000

Geno’s Sports Bar and Grill Burgers, broasted chicken, pizza, soups, salads. LD • BAR • $ 14848 THOMPSON AVE., THOMPSONVILLE, 231.378.2554

Lucky Dog Bar and Grille Burgers, smoked wings, brats, sandwiches, craft beer, cocktails. LD • BAR • $-$$ 223 S. BENZIE BLVD., BEULAH, 231.383.4499

Platte River Inn Classic dining in a casual atmosphere.

Steaks, Italian, Mexican. BLD • BAR • $-$$ 10921 MAIN ST., HONOR, 231.227.1200

The Roadhouse Fresh Mex with a cool cantina atmosphere.

LD • BAR • $-$$ 1058 MICHIGAN AVE., (US 31), BENZONIA, 231.882.9631

231.399.0158

FRANKFORT, 231.352.0118

Taco 'Bout It Mexican Fusion Tavo and Tarrah Hernandez turned their food truck into a restaurant dream-come-true with ultra-fresh tacos on hand-pressed corn tortillas. LD • BAR • $-$$ 344 RIVER ST, MANISTEE, 231.887.4441

Timbers Restaurant Family-owned restaurant with steaks, prime-rib pasta , whitefish, craft beer, regional wines. LD • BAR • $-$$ 5535 M-115, CADILLAC, 231.775.6751

T.J.’s Pub Take a step down from the sloped sidewalk for panini, mex and pizza below the stately Ramsdell Inn. LD • BAR • $ 99 RIVER ST., MANISTEE, 231.398.9174

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Bloody Mary Morning

BY TIM TEBEAU

MyNorth Bloody Mary

PHOTO BY DAVE WEIDNER

It’s a languid winter Saturday. Fresh snow is piled on the pine boughs and the coffee pot is empty. It’s time for a Bloody Mary, the queen of breakfast cocktails and a surefire way to stoke your inner warmth before heading out to play in the snow. The pursuit of this perfectly piquant brunch buzz requires top shelf ingredients.

Lucky for us, the North is flush with small batch distillers, preserve wizards, spice companies and smokehouses. This fiery iteration starts with the subtle spice of Grand Traverse Distillery’s “True North” Rye Vodka, elevated by the essence of summer tomatoes spiked with hand-grated horseradish and loads of fresh dill in American Spoon’s essential Bloody Mary Mix. We’ve sidestepped trendy farcical garnishes like cheeseburgers ... but you will get a tangy fermented New York-style pickle spear from Traverse City Pickle Company, a smoky strip of Plath’s bacon and a firecracker rim of Bloody Mary seasoning from Alden’s Mill House. Enough talk, let’s start drinking.

INGREDIENTS: RIM Lemon wedges Our Own Bloody Mary Mix, Alden's Mill House

INGREDIENTS: COCKTAIL 1

ounce True North Rye Vodka, Grand Traverse Distillery

3

ounces Bloody Mary Mix, American Spoon

1

pickle spear, Traverse City Pickle Company

1

stalk celery (leaves attached)

1

strip Plath’s bacon (crisped)

cracked black pepper

METHOD Place Alden’s Mill House Bloody Mary seasoning on a small plate, wet the rim of a rocks glass with lemon, invert glass and twist in spice mixture to coat rim. Fill glass with ice, add vodka, Bloody Mary mix and stir to combine. Garnish with pickle spear, celery and bacon and top with freshly cracked black pepper.

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love of the land

Saving the Irreplaceable Leland’s historic Fishtown has survived Lake Michigan’s mighty storms and changing water levels, thanks to the passionate work of the Fishtown Preservation Society.

BY CHRIS LOUD | PHOTO BY ELIJAH FLY PHOTOGRAPHY

In 2019, record-high water levels threatened Fishtown, rising over docks and flooding several shanties, including The Village Cheese Shanty. The sandwich shop is still sitting on the original concrete slab it was built on while some of the neighboring shanties were raised in 1986, when water levels were also high.

Thankfully, the Fishtown Preservation Society has been preparing for these challenges, says Executive Director Amanda Holmes, though the nonprofit still needs community support to implement the projects and address issues Fishtown is currently facing.

“Fishtown Preservation has spent the last five years preparing to fortify Fishtown against the impact of waters, high and low,” Amanda says. “The plans include work on Fishtown’s infrastructure, replacing the docks and rehabilitating three shanties—the Morris Shanty, the Village Cheese Shanty and Carlson’s Fishery.”

The Morris Shanty is Fishtown’s oldest building. It’s been in continuous use for commercial fishing for 117 years. The Cheese Shanty building was constructed and first used by

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commercial fishermen in 1958 and sustained extensive water damage in 2019. Carlson’s, while not suffering specifically from high water damage, is up against time and exposure to Lake Michigan elements.

“Fishtown is on the National Register of Historic Places as part of the Leland Historic District, so how we care for Fishtown and its working waterfront matters,” Amanda explains. The focus also remains on keeping Fishtown open and accessible, the boats fishing and the history alive.

“The sudden rise of the lake levels has made our plans more urgent and more expensive,” Amanda says. However, despite the added pressure, she remains positive. “Fishtown is here today because there have always been people here to ensure its survival. In the past, it was the fishermen and their families who looked after Fishtown. Since 2007, Fishtown Preservation has cared for the core historic parts of the community, as well as the commercial fishing operations and the vessels Joy and Janice Sue. After 13 years, our goal each day continues to be driven by one purpose—to preserve this irreplaceable place.” FISHTOWNMI.ORG

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