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

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

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

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

Thankful Morning - The NEW holiday inspired by moms Thanksgiving night. Mom has spent the last 36 hours defrosting, chopping, stuffing, baking, serving, clearing the table, cleaning up, and picking the turkey carcass clean. Half of your family is passed...Read More