8 Best Chocolate Shops in Michigan

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Gilbert Chocolates, Jackson, MI

One of the sweetest parts of a trip to Jackson is a stop at Gilbert's Chocolates. A Chocolate of the Month Club can start you down the path, and when you get a handle on what you like, buy it…

One of the sweetest parts of a trip to Jackson is a stop at Gilbert's Chocolates. A Chocolate of…

The 7 Best Escape Rooms in Michigan!

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EpIQ Escapes, Jackson, MI

Jackson's EpIQ Escapes offers four different experiences, including two that are “private experiences” that are commonly limited to one booking per game. Face a unique 1999 party in…

Jackson's EpIQ Escapes offers four different experiences, including two that are “private…

The 9 Best Places for BIG Food in Michigan!

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The Parlour, Jackson, MI

Jackson's the Parlour is a great place to go when you're craving dessert. As the name suggests, it's a parlour of the ice cream variety, and as such, contains 40 different flavors, all made in…

Jackson's the Parlour is a great place to go when you're craving dessert. As the name suggests,…

The 8 Best Places for Desserts in Michigan!

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Babalu, Southern Cuisine with Latin Fair, Jackson, MI

Taking the tapas concept to its logical conclusion, some of its desserts are small bites, well-suited for sharing. The dulce de leche cheesecake bites and the cayenne chocolate truffles are handily…

Taking the tapas concept to its logical conclusion, some of its desserts are small bites,…

The 8 Best Bakeries in Michigan!

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Hinkley Bakery, Jackson, MI

Going to Jackson, Michigan, any time soon? Stop in at Hinkley Bakery, which landed the top spot in MLive's Michigan's Best Donut competition. The bakery dates back to an indeterminate time, but it's…

Going to Jackson, Michigan, any time soon? Stop in at Hinkley Bakery, which landed the top spot in…

The 9 Best Hot Dog Joints in Michigan!

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Jackson Coney Island, Jackson, MI

Jackson Coney Island has been rocking since 1914. That's long enough to make Jackson residents believe that Jackson actually invented the Coney dog, and not Detroit, no matter what its abundance of…

Jackson Coney Island has been rocking since 1914. That's long enough to make Jackson residents…

The 9 Best Taco Places in Michigan!

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Chilango's Mexican Grill, Jackson, MI

While there are three other Chilango's locations in Jackson—including one with a breakfast focus called the Broken Egg—the Mexican Grill location is the one that will deliver the killer…

While there are three other Chilango's locations in Jackson—including one with a breakfast…

The 10 Best Wineries in Michigan!

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Chateau Aeronautique, Jackson, MI

Founded by an international airline pilot named Lorenzo Lizarralde, Jackson's Chateau Aeronautique offers not only a unique set of wines, but also a unique tasting structure located in a unique…

Founded by an international airline pilot named Lorenzo Lizarralde, Jackson's Chateau Aeronautique…

The 10 Best Auto Races in Michigan!

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Jackson Speedway, Jackson, MI

Home to a quarter-mile lighted road course, interested race fans can also check out the fifth-mile concrete over, the one-sixth-mile dirt oval, and a host of events contained therein. Featuring a…

Home to a quarter-mile lighted road course, interested race fans can also check out the fifth-mile…

The 7 Best Sporting Goods Stores in Michigan!

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Schupbach's Sporting Goods, Jackson, MI

Schupbach's Sporting Goods in Jackson focuses mainly on the hunter, but given how many hunters there are in Michigan, this is scarcely bad news. Offering not only its services as a Federal Firearms…

Schupbach's Sporting Goods in Jackson focuses mainly on the hunter, but given how many hunters…

EpIQ Escapes, Jackson, MI

Featured in The 7 Best Escape Rooms in Michigan!

Jackson's EpIQ Escapes offers four different experiences, including two that are “private experiences” that are commonly limited to one booking per game. Face a unique 1999 party in… Read More

Michigan International Speedway, Brooklyn, MI

Featured in Editors' Picks: 20 of the Best Things to Do in Michigan!

For the racing fans, it's important to check out the Michigan International Speedway, which hosts several NASCAR events in the summer. Catch the Spring Cup Series in June and August at NASCAR's… Read More

Thai Princess, Okemos, MI

Featured in 10 Best Thai Restaurants in Michigan

As a prince seeks his princess, this Thai restaurant has sought its spot on "best of Michigan" lists. The food was incredible— a great combination of sweet and savory flavors and a very light,… Read More

The Parlour, Jackson, MI

Featured in The 9 Best Places for BIG Food in Michigan!

Jackson's the Parlour is a great place to go when you're craving dessert. As the name suggests, it's a parlour of the ice cream variety, and as such, contains 40 different flavors, all made in… Read More

Taylor's Beach Campground, Howell, MI

Featured in The 10 Best Camping Spots in Michigan!

Normally the ideas of “camping” and “Metro Detroit” don't go together all that well, but Michigan is a state that constantly defies expectations. About an hour's drive or so,… Read More

Sansu, East Lansing, MI

Featured in The 8 Best Sushi Restaurants in Michigan!

For East Lansing sushi buffs, the stop of choice is Sansu, a choice that seems to have pushed toward the collegiate types with a fervor unmatched in the area. Start with an array of sushi rolls as… Read More

Michigan State University Horticulture Gardens, East Lansing, MI

Featured in 10 Beautiful Botanical Gardens in Michigan!

Part of Michigan State University, the Michigan State University Horticulture Gardens actually comprise several individual gardens in one 14-acre package. Coming at different times of year will… Read More

BAD Brewing Company, Mason, MI

Featured in The 9 Best Breweries in Michigan!

A smiley face with fangs greets those who check out Mason's BAD Brewing Company, and though “bad” is right in the name, you may rest assured it's not indicative of quality, or rather,… Read More

EnVie, Lansing, MI

Featured in The 7 Best French Restaurants in Michigan!

Lansing's EnVie is a comparatively new addition, offering bistro-style fare in the midst of Lansing's downtown. EnVie offers a rotating menu that features different dishes with the seasons. Summer's… Read More

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