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Restaurants
by PRIDELY
Bomber Restaurant
Mom-&-pop brunch diner adorned with model airplanes famous for an enormous breakfast platter.
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306 E Michigan Ave, Ypsilanti, MI 48198
Phone: (734) 482-0550 | Web: www.bomberrestaurant.net
Spencer
Hip, laid-back spot featuring seasonal locavore fare, plus curated wine & cheese lists & craft beer.
113 E Liberty St, Ann Arbor, MI 48104
Phone: (734) 369-3979 | Web: www.spencerannarbor.com
Aloha Cookin’
Family-run restaurant specializing in local-style Hawaii cuisine—a melting pot of flavors.
350 Albert St, East Lansing, MI 48823
Phone: (517) 657-7963 | Web: www.alohacookin.com
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Bellflower
Contemporary spot with a patio offering a seasonal, locally sourced dinner menu & cocktails.
209 Pearl St # 202, Ypsilanti, MI
The Chop House
Chophouse decorated with elegant gas lamps offers premium steak, wine & interactive tablet menus.
322 S Main St, Ann Arbor, MI
Altu’s Ethiopian
Low-key, independently owned outpost for traditional Ethiopian fare & combo meals.
1312 E Michigan Avenue, East Lansing, MI
The People’s Kitchen
Creative comfort foods & craft cocktails served amid colorful industrial decor, plus weekend brunch.
2722 E Michigan Ave, Lansing, MI
La Torre Taqueria
Laid-back, family-owned operation serving classic Mexican fare such as tacos & burritos.
1525 Washtenaw Ave, Ypsilanti, MI
Knight’s Steakhouse
Old-school outfit serving a variety of steaks, seafood & burgers in a comfy setting with a full bar.
2324 Dexter Ave, Ann Arbor, MI
Soup Spoon Café
Colorful & cozy cafe offers a diverse menu of home-style eats & regional beer.
1419 E Michigan Ave, Lansing, MI
Frita Batidos
Stark white space with picnic table seating serves colorful cuban street food & tropical cocktails.
117 W Washington Street, Ann Arbor, MI
Casablanca
Relaxed, halal mainstay preparing Moroccan & Middle Eastern recipes along with smoothies & desserts.
2333 Washtenaw Ave, Ypsilanti, MI
Piazzano’s
Unfussy bar/eatery serving pizza & Italian fare, plus Mexican grub, sandwiches, burgers & breakfast.
1825 N Grand River Avenue, Lansing, MI
Aug 26
2023 Meridian Pride Event
The 2023 Meridian Pride Event will feature food trucks, entertainment, a beer & wine tent, a dog pride parade, art vendors, advocacy resources and more! Learn more at lansing.org.
Sep 2
2023 Michigan Chicken Wing Festival
This 2-day family-friendly event is a staycation for those wishing to have a fun-filled weekend near home or while visiting the area. Live music, a kids’ zone, a VIP tent, food trucks, food vendors, merchant vendors, arts and craft vendors, and more. Learn more at eventbrite.com.
Sep 14
BluesFest Michigan
BluesFest Michigan is a two-day, open-air festival in the charming Old Town of Lansing, Michigan. We showcase diverse styles of Blues, attracting well-known and up-and-coming musicians from across the state and around the world. Lots of interactive family friendly activities as well. Learn more at lansing.org.
Oct 7
Water Lantern Festival
The Water Lantern Festival is a floating lantern event that is all about connections. Magical nights in cities across the U.S. include food, games, activities, vendors, music and the beauty of thousands of lanterns adorned with letters of love, hope and dreams reflected upon the water. Learn more at lansing.org.
Nov 17
Potter Park Zoo’s Wonderland of Lights
Thousands of lights create an extraordinary holiday display at the 30th annual Wonderland of Lights! Take a stroll around the zoo, enjoy holiday music, and marvel at the twinkling light displays during this series of magical Michigan winter evenings. Learn more at lansing.org.
DEC 6
The Hip Hop Nutcracker
Grab your family and friends and let the dynamic performers of The Hip Hop Nutcracker take you on a journey that celebrates love, community and the magic of the holiday season.The Hip Hop Nutcracker is brought to life by a powerhouse cast of a dozen all-star dancers, a DJ, a violinist, and MC Kurtis Blow, one of hip hop’s founding fathers, who opens the show with a short set. Learn more at lansing.org.
JAN 26
48th Ann Arbor Folk Festival
The first Ann Arbor Folk Festival took place in 1976, and since then it’s grown in scope and depth. Two concerts of roots and acoustic music to benefit The Ark. The event features well-known acts along with musicians on the rise. Learn more at theark.org.
MAR 17
Ann Arbor Official St Patrick’s Day Bar Crawl
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in the greenest style this March 17th, 2024, at an exciting event that will take you on an Official St Patrick’s Day Bar Crawl adventure like no other. Get ready to immerse yourself in the vibrant spirit of the Irish as you crawl the city, exploring some of the best establishments and indulging in the festivities that await you at each stop. Learn more at eventbrite.com.
APR 6
53rd Annual Ann Arbor Hash Bash
The event is a blend of live music, street vending, speeches, and occasional civil disobedience. All the events have the goal of reforming local, state, and federal regulations on marijuana. Learn more at allevents.in.
With lodging, food and entertainment all included in one price, choosing to do a vacation on a cruise gives great value. Traveling on the sea can be extremely fun, but it is important to choose the correct cruise line. If you’re going to spend a lot of your vacation time on a cruise ship, it may as well be one of luxury. Thankfully, there’s many luxury cruise lines ready to cater to your every whim while ferrying you to and from some of the world’s most mesmerizing destinations in plush comfort. Some offer exotic voyages to faraway destinations, while others attract travelers with comfortable cabins and stimulating enrichment programs. Use this guide as a starting point to find out which luxury cruise fits best for your next vacation.
We made a list that factors in itinerary affordability, health ratings, and reputation among experts and travelers.
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Silversea Oceania Regent Seven Seas
