Jim Milliman News Today

When it comes to the Traverse City area’s flourishing and ever-evolving food scene, Dave Denison was in on the ground floor.

TRAVERSE CITY — One of the region’s most unique — and impactful — fundraising events is coming back this spring with the return of the 23rd Father Fred Cigar Dinner.

Tip No. 1: Talk to strangers

The roots of Northern Michigan’s culinary scene run deep. Here, we pay homage to the pioneers who laid the foundation for a flourishing region.