Traverse Area Mealtickets & Unusual Ideas

02/15/2013

Congrats to our friends Nick & Jamie Roster as they relaunch their business as Old Mission Traders. Same great Cherry Stop products, but new exciting space with additions on the way. Stop in and see them, they opened today!

If you're headed downtown for the Traverse City Winter Comedy Arts Festival stop by and say hi to our friends at Old Mission Traders. Nick & Jamie from the Cherry Stop have re-opened their business today! Check our out blog post here: http://www.mealtickets.com/traverse-city/cherry-stop-re-opens-as-old-mission-traders/

01/15/2013

When you choose a northern Michigan hotel, what amenities are a top priority for you?

12/11/2012

Our hearts and prayers go out to the Clark family and the Cherry Bowl Drive-In on passing of Harry, a beloved father, entrepreneur and community member. His kind heart and warm smile will always be a part of summertime in Northern Michigan.

12/11/2012

Good news for fans of Peninsula Cellars Homework. Looks like the new batch will be ready by Valentines Day.

12/07/2012

Check your inbox for our December eNewletter featuring with our annual Holiday Gift Guide! If you're not a subscriber, check it out online here, and sign-up! http://e2.ma/message/zdwec/bbecs

11/21/2012

What will you be drinking this Thanksgiving? If you're traveling stop by Right Brain Brewery or The Filling Station Microbrewery to pick up a growler of craft beer to go.

11/15/2012

Wishing all the hunters out there good luck and be safe. And if you need some extra supplies, or practice, stop by Shooters Indoor Gun and Archery Range in Traverse City.

11/01/2012

11 years ago today I started a crazy little business promoting restaurants and unique Traverse area attractions to hotel visitors. Just wanted to say thanks to everyone who helped me make it this far. Cheers!

10/30/2012

If you have tickets to Rachel Simon with the Traverse City National Writers Series her appearance has been rescheduled as a result of east coast weather.

10/19/2012

Check out this great article from Northern Swag about a visit to The Towne Plaza, one of our newest Mealtickets clients. We're excited to be spreading the word about what a great restaurant this is. Glad to see Brian, Kim & Nick thought so too. http://www.northernswag.com/towne-plaza/

For this particular post, we thought we’d share some perspective from a few of our swaggy contributors. After all, aren’t a few opinions better than one? Brian: I love pork. I love its greasy, fatty awesomeness. There have been periods of time in my life when I abstained from meat consumption and ...

10/12/2012

Beer tourism is on the rise. Traverse City's beer scene is growing rapidly, and Grand Rapids tied for America's Beer City 2012. How far would you travel for a brew? http://www.omaha.com/article/20121009/LIVING/710099941/1685

Barley, wheat and hops are luring enthusiasts and home brewers across America and Europe. Hot spots in the United States include big cities and small: Chicago, Seattle, Portland, Ore., and Asheville, N.C.

10/11/2012

Stop by Fustini's Oils and Vinegars today from 2-6pm for their cookbook release party. Taste samples, oils & vinegars. 15% of all purchases will be donated to Food Rescue of Northwest Michigan!

10/05/2012

We've gathered wine tasting tips from Bel Lago Winery, Black Star Farms, Forty-Five North Vineyard & Winery, Peninsula Cellars and more. Check out our guide to help you plan a wine tour in Traverse City. http://www.mealtickets.com/traverse-city/how-to-plan-a-fall-color-wine-tour-in-traverse-city/

09/27/2012

Maggie Stiefvater is in town for the Traverse City National Writers Series and she's brought an amazing giveaway.

Maggie Stiefvater and the Sharpie guitar. Both are getting ready to go on the air at WTCM.

09/26/2012

Thanks to Network Traverse City, Michigan for adding our RSS feed to their website! Check out their growing list of Traverse area businesses so you can shop local and support this community. http://networktraversecity.com

09/25/2012

Our fall cards are finally at the printer! Excited to have a new restaurant on board, as well as reprints and redesigns for our current customers.

09/21/2012

The grape harvest is in full swing at Forty-Five North Vineyard & Winery and throughout Leelanau and Old Mission. It's a great time to visit northern Michigan wineries.

09/17/2012

I have a collection of Fustini's Oils and Vinegars on my kitchen counter. Very excited to see another cookbook to help me find new recipes to try. How do you uses Fustini's?

This beautiful edition is now available in all 4 stores and online. The cookbook with a two bottle pairing for $49.95!