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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When Erin Klema from The Epicurean Traveler comes to visit, you can bet we take her to see the best-of-the-best attractions and shops in the Ann Arbor area. When we found out that she likes bookstores, we knew she'd love exploring downtown Ann Arbor's unique and niche shops. You'd be hard-pressed…
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Finding the perfect home-away-from-home can make your next travel experience truly special. Whatever your taste, from classic to quirky, extravagant or airy, you might be surprised to discover that your perfect home-away-from-home is actually a Bed and Breakfast! The Classic: American Bed &…
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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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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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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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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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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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Para-Con - December 8 Halloween may be over, but don't hang up the fangs just yet. Did you know that one of Michigan's most haunted locations is in our very own Ypsilanti? Head to Ypsilanti's Michigan Firehouse Museum & Education Center for Para-Con, and experience the Old Firehouse in all of its…
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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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