We did a lot of reading about the dining scene in Traverse City and the greater Leelanlau Peninsula before our visit from Chicago. Maybe it was all the mentions of Chef Mario Batali that carried us towards Italian, or just the quantity and enthusiasm of recommendations to try Trattoria Stella: either way, this place is… Continue reading Trattoria Stella
Tag: Michigan
Van’s Beach
Etta read me the story of a visitor to the Leelanau Peninsula who found the beauty of the setting sun over Lake Michigan so overwhelming they broke down in tears. I have seen a lot of beautiful sunsets over the lake in my days as a visitor, but I think they may be on to… Continue reading Van’s Beach
200 Year Old White Cedar
I really felt far out there when I visited the Leelanau State Park. On the very tip of the Leelanau Peninsula, the historic Grand Traverse Lighthouse a beacon for many years to those entering the bay... ...this is about as far from Chicago and the civilized world, about as far back in time, as its… Continue reading 200 Year Old White Cedar