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One of the easiest ways to get to know someone is to sit down and have a drink – whether that’s a cup of coffee or a glass of wine. We’re kicking off a brand new series with Hillary Sawchuk called “A Drink With,” a weekly series featuring informative, inspiring, and fun conversations over a drink with northern Michigan changemakers…

This time of year is perfect for those root vegetable soups especially since we are not quite into the growing season.  Carol Bell, a registered dietician with Table Health in Traverse City walks us through a cream of sweet potato & carrot soup. Check out the video to see the recipe from Carol.  To connect with Table Health or to…

Whether you’re on a diet, or throwing the scale out the window, Michigan is home to many delectable goodies, healthy and not-so-healthy, just waiting for you to try. Product pro, Franklin Dohanyos gives us two, classic brands featuring new flavors. For more information about Guernsey Farms Dairy, click here. For more information about Shield’s Salad Dressing, click here.

These days many of us are at home on Zoom call after Zoom call. It can be tough on your alignment. Given the on-going pandemic, it’s also not always easy to get to the gym. ACE-CPT Celebrity Trainer Kollins Ezekh says going barefoot for home workouts can be beneficial for your feet, hips and back alignment.  He says our feet are…

If you’re resolved to eat healthier in 2019, there’s no reason you can’t start now. We have a delectable idea for your new year’s table that not only provides vitamins, minerals and fiber—but also good luck! Collard greens and black eyed peas is traditionally a southern “good luck” New Year’s Eve meal. Green is supposed to represent making money, and…

If you’re into tart and sweet flavors, you most likely are a fan of the flavorful dessert – the key lime pie. See how ‘The Four’s Michelle Dunaway turns this summer favorite into the perfectly portioned end to that weekend barbeque. Here’s her take on the Key Lime Pie Shots dessert from Domestic Super Hero. Ingredients provided by Burritt’s Fresh Markets….

Michelle Dunaway shows us how to mix up a quick, no-bake treat that is easy enough for our little kitchen helpers. See how you can make this recipe a family affair in this Michelle ‘No-Bakes’. No-Bake Butterscotch-Coconut Cookies by Epicurious Ingredients 3/4 cup butterscotch chips 3/4 cup creamy no-stir peanut butter 1 cup quick-cooking oats 1 1/4 cups unsweetened shredded…

If you’re looking for a spicy, sweet, and festive way to celebrate the fall season, Michelle Dunaway is mixing up a perfect pumpkin treat in this week’s Michelle Bakes. Pumpkin Pecan Cobbler by Lauren’s Latest For the Cobbler 1 cup & 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour 2 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 3/4 cup granulated sugar 1 teaspoon cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg 1/2 teaspoon cloves 1/2 cup pumpkin puree 1/4 cup milk 1/4 cup melted butter or vegetable oil 1…