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In Perfect Harmony 9 Bean Rows has been open officially in their new location in Suttons Bay since July. And now that the hustle and bustle of summer is over, be sure to visit. The old historic Firehouse has been transformed from its old, darker days! Gone is the dark red celling and the hunter green wallpaper. In its place are bright walls and rustic floors, as well as a harmonious partnership of three very different owners! With the ambiance of a little café somewhere in Europe oozing old world charm, you’ll be mesmerized by the smell of freshly made croissants in the morning and heavenly bread made of course by The Baker Jen Welty. For lunch and dinner, The Chef Paul Carlson is whipping up culinary delights in the kitchen, using of course fresh farm goodies grown by The Farmer Nic Welty. On a fabulous fall Sunday, make sure to include their Sunday Brunch on your agenda, too. We hear its DELCIOUS!
303 St. Joseph Street, Suttons Bay • 231.271.1175 www9beanrows.com
Chef Paul Carlson and Baker Jen Welty
Chef Giorgio Lo Greco and his wife Monica.
Pepe Nero Sicilian native Chef Giorgio Lo Greco and his wife Monica are the proud owners of Pepe Nero, a new cozy authentic Mediterranean restaurant that recently opened in the Villages at the Grand Traverse Commons. Giorgio has been cooking since the age of seven and learned in some of the best culinary kitchens in the world. Yep, his grandmother’s in Italy and then his uncle’s kitchen in a famed and beloved restaurant in Sicily. Since coming to America in 1996, Giorgio has worked in L.A. and also the affluent kitchens of the Princess Cruise Lines. But he always dreamed of opening his own restaurant! The décor is a super cool and retro Italian, with black and white vintage prints from famous old movies and, of course, photos of Vespas and Fiats! And the food is amazing. Authentic and Mediterranean inspired, the essentially peasant homemade dishes burst with flavor and have been passed down by generations of families. It’s all cooked fresh from scratch and made to order! Be warned: With food like this that tastes so good, just like at home, I guarantee you’ll lick the plate! 800 Cottage View Drive, TC • 231.929.1960
Fall Super Foods The best foods of the season are all in Harvest and a great excuse to shop Fresh and Local. As nights get cooler and longer, pull out those cookbooks and get creative in the kitchen. Apples Brussels Sprouts Parsnips Pears Rutabaga Cauliflower Squash Pumpkin Sweet Potato Turnips
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