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3 Artists to Get Excited About at This Year's DIYpsi

Every year, we look forward to DIYpsi Holiday Market. (pronounced DIP-see) Independent, original, eclectic, and unapologetically Ypsilanti, this event brings together artists and craftsmen/women of all kinds for a holiday shopping extravaganza. DIYpsi 2018 takes place December 8-9 at the Riverside…

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5 Ways to Celebrate National Bacon Day in Ypsilanti, MI

That’s right - National Bacon Day is December 30, and we want to help you celebrate! We take bacon very seriously in Ypsilanti. So, here is a very serious blog about bacon. And, a bacon poem. "Roses are red. Bacon is red. Poems are hard. Bacon." Below are a few of our ideas for experiencing…

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8 Ways to Enjoy Thanksgiving and Not Cook a Thing!

Thanksgiving is my absolute favorite holiday. Every year I look forward to getting together with my family, enjoying a delicious and calorically-dense feast, and pausing to be grateful for the time we share together. I also look forward to eating an otherwise socially unacceptable amount of pie, and…

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#ErininA2: Dining at Miss Kim

We love The Epicurean Traveler's taste for great food - so when she began planning her trip to Ann Arbor, we recommended Miss Kim. Zingerman's newest restaurant, Miss Kim is rooted in Korean tradition, but inspired by local Michigan produce. Managing Partner Ji Hye Kim is a culinary genius and…

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Ypsi-Made, Ypsi-Themed Products Gift Guide

One of the most marvelous things about Ypsilanti is the availability of Ypsi-made products. More than simply being local for local's sake, many of the products made by local artists, artisans, and entrepreneurs are among the best of their kind. As the gift-giving season approaches, consider…

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Winter Highlights in Ann Arbor, Michigan

From the winter solstice to the spring equinox, the Ann Arbor area has an abundance of events to enjoy! Whether you bring the family or make it a romantic weekend for two, plan to shake off those winter doldrums and join us for a fun winter weekend getaway. January Ann Arbor is a vibrant area all…

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#ErininA2: Michigan Football

Recently, we sent Erin Klema from The Epicurean Traveler to a University of Michigan football game. Did she ever have a good time! We were delighted to read her latest blog, which speaks to the unbeatable, vibrant energy present at the Wolverines' Big House. Erin says, "Are you a college football…

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