The Best Red Wines for Cooking
An interesting tidbit we picked up from our experience is that when cooking with red wine, you probably don’t want to use an expensive bottle, but you absolutely should avoid using cooking wine. To [...]
Benefits of Local Produce
Where does your food come from? If you are fortunate enough to live in an area where farmers’ markets are popular and landowners raise crops for picking, you know how wonderful it is to [...]
Are Apples Acidic?
In answering that question, we’re going to get a little technical at first. Apples have a pH level of around 3.5 (moderately acidic) and are slightly less acidic than lemons and other citrus fruits; [...]
5 Ways to Pair Apples and Peanut Butter
When we think of peanut butter, most of us think of peanut butter and jelly sandwiches - the classic food that takes us back to our childhood. Today, one tasty snack that has become [...]
Apple Cinnamon Bagel Recipe
Today we're sharing one of our favorite recipes - homemade apple cinnamon bagels. Oh, what a wonderful smell it is! And guess what? Making homemade bagels is easy! Most of the time is spent allowing [...]
Hidden Gems in Grand Rapids
From world-class attractions and outdoor recreation, to nationally ranked food and craft beverage scenes, our city is filled with unexpected surprises. This city has many venues and attractions that may have slipped your notice. From [...]
Can You Eat Crab Apples?
Have you ever wondered if you can eat crab apples? Well, we're here to give you an answer! YES! Crab apples are perfectly safe to eat and though smaller in size, they contain all [...]
Valentine’s Date Idea: Wine Tasting
Valentine's Day is right around the corner! And what better way to express your love, appreciation or admiration than enjoying wonderful food and wine with that special someone. Yes, we know that chocolates and [...]
Apple Cinnamon Rolls
From afternoon snacks to after-dinner desserts, we can’t get enough apples! It’s no surprise that these apple cinnamon rolls caught our eye. Filled with chopped apples and topped with decadent maple icing, these are [...]
Do Apples Lower Blood Sugar?
Apples are chock full of health benefits, such as improving digestion and reducing the risk of heart disease. After all, there’s a reason for the saying, “An apple a day keeps the doctor away!” [...]
Apple Cider Latte Recipe
With chilly weather upon us for the next few months, it is the perfect time to up your hot beverage game. It’s hard to beat a hot cup (or two) of coffee in the [...]
New Year’s Resolution: Try Something New!
New Year’s resolutions can be hard to keep up with, especially when they’re a little overzealous. Whether you’re a fan of resolutions or not, we came up with one that everyone could set this year: [...]
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