Cherry Pierogi

Posted on November 27, 2019 by benjamintwiggs

Cherry Pierogi? Say it isn't so! This delicious recipe has been enjoyed for decades by our own Monica and family. Looks like a winner to us! Ingredients Dough 1½ cups flour ½ teaspoon salt 1 large egg ½ cup sour...Read More

Quirky Holiday Gifts

Posted on September 11, 2019September 11, 2019 by benjamintwiggs

Christmas is a few months away, and we all know you'll be ordering gift boxes for your friends, family and business associates. But.. what holidays are we skipping over to get to that big one.. and how to celebrate? Let's...Read More

Michigan Fruit and Nut Baked Apples

Posted on September 5, 2019 by benjamintwiggs

Michigan fruit and nut baked apples are a tasty fall side dish or dessert. Ingredients 4 large granny smith apples 1½ tsp pumpkin pie spice ½ cup apple juice ¼ cup Benjamin Twiggs Cherry Pancake Syrup (may substitute maple syrup) 1 T...Read More

Cherry Almond Scone Recipe

Posted on November 10, 2018 by benjamintwiggs

Cherry Pierogi? Say it isn’t so! This delicious recipe has been enjoyed for decades by our own Monica and family. Looks like a winner to us! Ingredients Dough 1½ cups flour ½ teaspoon salt 1 large egg ½ cup sour...Read More

Easing the Empty Nest Blues

Posted on August 30, 2018August 30, 2018 by benjamintwiggs

You filled a shopping cart to the brim with clothes, bedding, toiletries, towels, school supplies, a TV, and possibly a chair or two. You drove 4 hours with a car packed full of said clothes, bedding, toiletries, towels, school supplies,...Read More

Cherry Festival

Posted on July 5, 2018 by admin

We absolutely love the National Cherry Festival. It’s a celebration of all things cherry. This humble agricultural festival has fruited an international celebration for the Cherry Capital of the World. The Cherry Festival With 150 events over eight days, it's...Read More

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Michigan-Shaped Gift Baskets for Every Occasion

Posted on June 18, 2018 by admin

When we say Michigan gift baskets – we mean it. These are local legendary cherry goods, a taste of here from here. Not only do the products inside get sourced and crafted here, but the basket is shaped like Michigan’s...Read More

Mrs. Twiggs’ Favorites: Traverse City Wineries

Posted on May 7, 2018May 7, 2018 by admin

Northern Michigan's particular climate isn't just blessed by mother nature for cherries, but also for wine grapes. The soil and weather are a vintner's paradise. With approximately thirty wineries in our local region, it's tough to have only one favorite.....Read More

Cherry Power

Posted on January 11, 2018May 10, 2018 by admin

Tart Cherry Juice Northern Michiganders are a hearty folk. We’re not bothered by a little snow. We dive right into shoveling, snowshoeing, and skiing. We’ve got winter activities for work or play. Who needs a gym when you have a...Read More

Reflection And Gratitude

Posted on December 28, 2017December 28, 2017 by admin

There's nothing like a holiday season and brand new year to prompt reflection. This time of year continues to consistently fill me with a sense of gratitude - for the family here at Benjamin Twiggs. Santa's got his elves, and...Read More

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