Lisa Green

Legends—as they say—never die. In Michigan, these nine legends are no different.

Midwestern cooking combines culinary traditions from our families’ immigrant backgrounds, locally grown and produced ingredients, and the foods of Indigenous tribes. And in Michigan especially, our home cookin’ includes provisions that were concocted, bottled, and packaged by mitten-state entrepreneurs. Read on to discover how Michigan history creates Michigan culture. Editor’s Note: This is the third…

Michiganders are known for their epic camping getaways. Teach your child to love their time in nature with these character-building summer camps. MICHIGAN—School’s almost out for the summer, but in Michigan’s diverse outdoor landscapes, the learning has just begun. With breathtaking natural wonders that include beaches and forests, Michigan is one of the best places…

Hold your charcuterie boards. Did you know Michigan has a cheese capital?

In the first installment of our Michigan Moments: Food series, we’re hunting down the history of Faygo Pop. Did you know it started with cake?

Whether you’re waiting for your upcoming ink therapy appointment or looking for your first one, get inspired by these Michigan-made tattoo artists.

From locally-sourced chocolates to jewelry with Michigan stones, check out these local retailers shipping Mother’s Day gifts nationwide.

Would you like a necklace made of Lake Superior Agate? How about Chlorastrolite or Leland Blue? Find out more about these Michigan gemstones here.

In the mood for a mystery? Hear Michigan’s best “whodunits” in these Mitten-made podcasts.

Are you a pinball wizard? Got Pac-Man fever? Or just looking for the princess in a castle? Start your next quest at one of these Michigan bar-cades.