The weather and conditions on Michigan's West coast are perfectly suited for growing fruit. Kris and I had taken the boys on vacation in this area before and enjoyed all the blueberries. This time, Kate organized a weekend for her friends that concentrated on wine.
When I say organized, I mean every detail. She made all the reservations, rented a bus, sent us all an itinerary with links...everything. That's not even mentioning the gift bags she gave us and coordinating our outfits!
She rented an Airbnb in Bridgman that was about five miles away from Warren Dunes State Park, and when we got there on Friday a bunch of us went to hike there. We couldn't find the exact hike we were looking for, but it didn't matter at all - we just walked along the beach and found a different trail through the woods. There's no way to go wrong here. Huge dunes, pretty lake, beautiful snow!
We got all dressed up and went out for dinner - Kate had made reservations at the Navajo Bar and Grill. We were definitely the youngest and loudest people there, and everyone was really nice.
The next morning, Kate made us all breakfast burritos. It was a real feast. Andrea, Emmie, and I went running along the vineyards!
We all got dressed in our winter neutrals and got on the bus - Grape and Grain Tours. (Kate told me we also got a small discount on the Airbnb for using them. Our driver was very kind and took lots of pictures for us!) We first went to Round Barn Winery. This place was my favorite, as I've always seen the billboard but never been. It was beautiful inside and out! We sat at big tables in a giant room. Good atmosphere.
Second, we went to Red Top. Here, we stood along a long giant bar in a modern room. We chose what wines we wanted to try by putting chips on a card.
Third, we went to Dablon, and we had reservations for the igloos! They were pretty, and warm, and I loved being outside in them.
While we were there, the server asked Kate some questions, and it was obvious that she thought she was the more-famous Kate Upton. All the perks of someone thinking you're a celebrity and her friends!
On the bus, Kate had arranged to have delicious charcuterie boards for us, and last we went to Hickory Creek Winery. We had a tasting set up here, but we ended it quickly because we wanted to make our dinner reservations at Lake Street Eats. The chef came out and talked to us, and Kate said that always happens ... we said only if you're named Kate Upton!
We went in the hot tub back at our house, and it was the perfect way to end the day and weekend.
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