Downtown Traverse City is known for its charming shops, excellent dining, and convenient access to Grand Traverse Bay. But it’s also home to one of Michigan’s best farmer’s markets every Saturday and Wednesday through spring, summer, and fall! The Sara Hardy Downtown Farmer's Market is a can’t-miss destination for locals and visitors alike.
For over twenty years, the Energy Star program has incentivized appliance manufacturers to invest in energy-efficient home appliances. The nearly ubiquitous Energy Star label is a visible promise to consumers that a particular appliance—from dishwashers to refrigerators—meets strict energy guidelines.
There is a surprising array of dishwashers available on the market, each with its pros and cons. Different types of dishwashers boast different features, control panels, and flexible ways of organizing the internal rack system to suit your cleaning needs. Of course, you’ll also need to balance the right features with the right size dishwasher for your kitchen as well.
Turkey takes center stage on Thanksgiving and Christmas, but ham takes center stage every Easter. While ham on Easter may seem like a family tradition that stretches back generations, it’s a relatively new culinary trend.
Cleaning your oven is the least glamorous part of kitchen clean-up, but we all have to do it. A clean oven reduces fire risk and foul odors, improves the flavor of your dishes, and extends the lifespan of your oven. We have a few tips for cleaning your oven to make the job a little easier and a little safer.