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Kilwins, the Michigan-based ice cream shop that started in a Petoskey kitchen back in 1947, just got named the best ice cream chain in America by Newsweek readers. The local favorite beat out Cold Stone and Ben & Jerry's.
Michigan senator-elect Abdul El-Sayed stood in front of a crowd in Macomb County and delivered a verdict that had nothing to do with policy: Amo Sami’s Shawarma, he declared, serves the best shawarma he has ever eaten. The comment sent co-founder Sami Rayshouny into tears and, he says, sent customers streaming through the door.
In a quick-service burger category where "fastest growing" is a crowded claim, Savvy Sliders is backing the title with hard unit math. The Michigan-born brand just named Fastest Growing Burger Brand by Technomic in 2025 is closing out 2026 with openings stacked across multiple states and a pipeline pointed at more than 100 locations by 2030.
A long-time employee is taking over Mundos West with plans to reopen the space as a new neighborhood coffee shop called Petrichor Coffee in January, Tommy’s Express Car Wash is back with plans for a new TC location, Bricks & Minifigs is coming to town, and more businesses are on the move in The Ticker’s latest roundup of retail and restaurant news.
Some days just call for a pie. Maybe the car needs a new transmission, the boss has discovered a fresh way to ruin Tuesday, or the weather has turned mean for no good reason. Whatever the trouble, a proper slice of pie can make the world seem a little less determined to get you. Luckily, […]
Bojangles is already gone from Michigan. Now, hundreds of Wendy's restaurants are caught up in the same company's bankruptcy battle.
Looking for pure chocolate bliss at the most decadent shops in Michigan?. These 7 chocolate shops deliver rich handcrafted treats and unforgettable sweet experiences!. 1. Alpine Chocolat Haus (Gaylord) Gaylord’s Alpine-themed downtown is already one of the most charming streetscapes in northern Michigan, and Alpine Chocolat Haus adds a layer...
Breakfast out has gotten pricey, and a plate of eggs can cost more than a tank of gas feels like it should. The good news is that Michigan still has diners where a hearty morning meal leaves change in your pocket. This list covers six spots, from Flint to Traverse...
EMMET COUNTY, Mich., (WPBN/WGTU) -- Over a decade ago, several restaurants in the Petoskey area started Restaurant Week. It’s a week of specials and deals at participating restaurants. The Petoskey Regional Chamber of Commerce said this helps increase business during what’s called the “shoulder season.”. For example,...
Some Michigan kitchens still fold pierogi the slow way, by hand, just like a Polish grandmother would. Michigan has deep Polish roots, from Hamtramck to Bay City, and a handful of family restaurants keep those old recipes on the menu without fancy twists. These seven spots serve stuffed cabbage, kielbasa,...
The infamous beer first hit the market nearly 30 years ago.
Medically tailored meals have moved from a niche benefit to a frontline tool in American healthcare — and the operators who deliver them are scaling up fast. The latest proof point comes out of Vandalia, Ohio, where two trusted home-delivered meal providers have joined forces under a single banner.
Michigan might be famous for its Great Lakes and pasties, but its barbecue scene deserves some serious attention, too!. We’re talking juicy brisket, fall-off-the-bone ribs, pulled pork piled high on toasted buns, and homemade sauces you’ll want to put on everything. Some of the best BBQ joints keep...
Michigan’s senator-elect Abdul El-Sayed has a strong opinion about where to find the best shawarma in Metro Detroit. And for one restaurant owner, his endorsement was enough to bring him to tears. “If you want the best shawarma of your life, it’s called Amo Sami’s,” El-Sayed said during a...
One Detroit market has been feeding the city since 1891, and it now covers six whole blocks. Six blocks of fruit, vegetables, and flowers. I can’t think of a better reason to skip the usual grocery run. That’s only one stop on this list. Another Michigan spot has run...
Nine days, 29 stops: Traverse City Beer Week 2026 is here, so think of this as your cheat sheet. Traverse City Beer Week returns November 6–14, bringing a different beer theme to each day, along with brewery specials, free pint glasses and a few fun events. Consider this your handy little field guide to drinking your way around the region, one pint at a time.
Shipley Donuts is planning 15 new shops in Michigan, giving Metro Detroit another bakery chain to try alongside the options in our roundup of Krispy Kreme alternatives. The Houston-born company…
Michigan has more freshwater coastline than almost anywhere, and some of the best food on it comes wrapped in white paper at a fish counter. Whitefish is the star here. It is mild, flaky, and pulled from Lake Michigan, Lake Huron, and Lake Superior by crews who have done this work for generations. The seven fish markets on this list are not fancy restaurants with long menus.
