Monthly Archives: July 2017

An Enjoyable Chard

Posted on July 31, 2017 by thewineraconteur

We finally left Marquette and had to drive to Bay City, Michigan to attend a board meeting. Bay City has had its ups and downs over the years, but they definitely seem to be on the rise and that is … Continue reading →

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Lagniappe

Posted on July 29, 2017 by thewineraconteur

Good old New Orleans cuisine up in Marquette, Michigan and I am not making it up. For all the years that we have been going up to Marquette, Lagniappe Cajun Creole Eatery has eluded us, they are on the main … Continue reading →

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Iron Bay Restaurant

Posted on July 27, 2017 by thewineraconteur

While we were in Marquette, Michigan we were trying to find out about some restaurants that we haven’t tried and we were walking around the downtown area. There was a restaurant that we had enjoyed called L’Attitudes, but it had … Continue reading →

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THE Franc

Posted on July 25, 2017 by thewineraconteur

I was in Marquette, Michigan trying to keep myself occupied and out of trouble. I guess I really couldn’t get in too much trouble as I did not have a car to explore the area, so I was left to … Continue reading →

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Casa Calabria

Posted on July 23, 2017 by thewineraconteur

We are on another adventure, albeit a minor one, in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan in the city of Marquette. We have been there before a couple of times and my Bride even more often, which is quite an achievement … Continue reading →

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MWWC#34: Memory

Posted on July 21, 2017 by thewineraconteur

“We met at nine,” “we met at eight,” “I was on time,” “no, you were late.” “Ah, yes I remember it well.” “We dined with friends,” “we dined alone,” “a tenor sang,” “a baritone.” “Ah, yes I remember it well.” … Continue reading →

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Ms. Yoga Touts

Posted on July 19, 2017 by thewineraconteur

One of my dear cast of characters has sent me a couple of wines that she has enjoyed and that is why I say she touts. I should further add that tout means to suggest, and isn’t used that often, … Continue reading →

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Two Wines on a Humid Day

Posted on July 17, 2017 by thewineraconteur

I look out at what is normally a busy main street that has been closed off to traffic for the Wyandotte Art Fair. I am not sure how art fairs thrive in other states, but Michigan is very pro-art fair, … Continue reading →

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Ford’s Garage

Posted on July 15, 2017 by thewineraconteur

My Favorite Daughter was in town for a few days and I got to spend some time with her on two days, and I guess that was enough of Dear Old Dad. Actually, we had some great times, we spent … Continue reading →

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A Pinot and a Meritage

Posted on July 13, 2017 by thewineraconteur

While I was still wandering around the wine department, I did some more exploring, after all who doesn’t like shopping for wine? I mean, not to boast, but if we drank a bottle a day, it would take about four … Continue reading →

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