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Treizième Apôtre: Terrific Raw Milk Farmstead Cheese

The “Thirteenth Apostle” from a family-run dairy in Quebec About halfway between Montreal and Quebec City is an artisan dairy that’s worth driving well out of your way to visit. The Fromagerie du Presbytère began … Continued

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Corgi Cookies Return for Jelly Bean Jump Up

One of the cutest parts of our SafeHouse Center fundraiser Speaking of supporting important community causes, here’s an opportunity to do just that. As you may know, my much-loved Corgi pup, Jelly Bean, passed away … Continued

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The Wheeler Latte at the Coffee Company

Paying homage to one of Ann Arbor’s great leaders A super-tasty coffee drink. An important part of Ann Arbor history. The practical application of a promise beyond ableness. An homage to Ann Arbor’s first Black … Continued

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The Inspiring Impact of Promises Beyond Ableness

The insight of Italo Calvino and a path to more positive living Ever committed yourself to something big, something you care deeply about, but that you’ve never done before? Something you believe in your heart … Continued

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Basque Beans and Sardines to Make at Home

An exceptionally easy dish to prepare and enjoy If you read what I write regularly, you won’t be surprised to hear me say that the flavor of this dish depends wholly on the quality of … Continued

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Kubli Candies from France at the Candy Store

Art Nouveau confectionery and a taste of Paris circa 1900! At the turn of the 20th century, Paris was a heady place. The country had been at war with Prussia, and things had not gone … Continued