Fall Fun

Fall is my favorite season, and it would not be complete without a trip to the cider mill. The best part is the homemade donuts and cider. We went to Uncle John's Cider Mill last weekend. It was a surprisingly nice day - sunny and warm.. There are so many fun things to do for all age. Definitely a great place to enjoy fall experience!

Buttermilk, cinnamon sugar, pumpkin, and cider donuts...
And the best apple cider they have!

Tasting Room

Selection of wines from Uncle John's Fruit House Winery

The wine tasting was great!

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Michigan Fall Colors

ArtPrize

I finally made it to ArtPrize in Grand Rapids -- the last day.
For more information of this event, please click here.

"Svelata" by Mia Tavonatti
Stained glass mosaic, all hand-cut
Won 2nd Place

"Helping Mom One Penny at a Time" by Wander Martich
A giant penny constructed from layers of actual pennies
Won 6th Place

Beautiful Fall Day in Grand Rapids

Southern Exposure Herb Farm

A trip to Southern Exposure Herb Farm
Battle Creek, Michigan.
Definitely a unique destination in the beautiful countryside.

A Taste of Tuscany

I had been looking forward to an evening at Southern Exposure Herb Farm since we made a reservation a couple of months ago. Finally, it was here! Four of us -- Lynne, Jill, Al, and I -- attended a specialty dining, A Taste of Tuscany, one of their many Fall unique dining experience. The weather was so perfect that we spent plenty of time walking around the property with glasses of wine, and enjoying the beautiful garden surrounded by lush grapevine arbors, colorful flowers and foliage, and relaxing water features.

We fell in love with the charming setting of our dining room, named Hog House.

All their staffs are very friendly and passionate about what they do. We had a nice time talking with some of them, and learning about the place. Our dinner was excellent! Everything was delicious, and we agreed we then had the best herb tomato bisque ever. We had to have the recipe - which they loved to share.

Bread and Herb Butter

Herb Tomato Bisque

Tuscan Salad with Olives, Green and Cannellini Beans

Medallions of Pork with Pasta and Marinara Sauce
Grilled Tomato with Pesto

Chocolate Mousse Pie with Raspberry Sauce

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Southern Exposure Herb Farm:
11269 N Drive North
Battle Creek, MI 49014
(269) 962-1255

www.southernmoon.com