Lakes and Grapes Blog

Hey, fellow lake enthusiasts! Let me take you on a journey through the summers that are forever etched in my heart – the summers I get to spend living by the lake. Living by the lake in Northern Michigan has been a dream come true. No crowded beaches, no hassle – just me and the water, writing our own story.

We have put together a list of our favorite wines and our favorite classic spooky movies, just in time for Halloween! So sit back, relax, pour yourself a glass of wine, and enjoy some eerie fun facts that'll chill you to the bone!

 Author: Brooke Bostwick I started as a social media and marketing intern at Lakes and Grapes in September 2020. Along with my internship, I was working online to complete my Associates Degree in Marketing at Lansing Community College. My first day was at the Harvest Collection Photoshoot! Talk a...

Author: Hannah Wood    February is Black History Month, a month where we celebrate and amplify black voices. Throughout this month, we have been spotlighting black women in the wine industry on our Instagram. We loved getting to know these amazing women more and think that you’ll love them, too. ...

   Author: Brooke Bostwick  There’s no better way to spend Valentine’s Day than without a little bit of Lakes and Grapes. Whether you’re spending the day with friends, family, as a couple, or single with your friends, spread your love the L&G way. For the wine lovers, lake lovers, and adventu...

This year is all about self-care and putting your mind at ease. 2020 had its ups and downs, believe us, we went through it all together. Let’s make time for ourselves throughout the New Year. Through the hustle and bustle to those still working and those who are looking to keep busy while staying...

Author: Hannah Wood Since September, I’ve been working remotely as a social media and marketing intern for Lakes and Grapes. I live in the Metro Detroit area (about 4 hours away from our Traverse City headquarters). I am also working on my Masters of Science in Marketing from Walsh College remot...

Imagine this: you’re in the middle of the woods, it’s chilly, it’s quiet, and you take a deep breath before getting back to your hike. Most of us are stuck inside, sitting at a desk or on the couch all day, and because of that, it’s more important than ever to get outside and get active.   A hike...

Author: Carlee McCardel The Traverse City Wine region is one that cannot be matched. Moving away from Traverse City, I knew that there were going to be some qualities of my small hometown that I would miss. Living within walking distance to a winery and having access to the East Bay and views o...

Author: Hannah Wood   Okay, don’t get us wrong, we love midwestern summers and all the activities they bring, but there is just something about fall in the midwest. Fall is one of the best times to start exploring some of the many National Parks the Midwest has to offer. Fall colors, mild weath...

  By: Carlee McCardel   Now the fun begins! Round up your gals and pack your bags, because let’s be real, you can’t beat a weekend in Traverse City with the girls to celebrate your upcoming nuptials. Enjoy a weekend getaway while taking in the lakes and grapes beauty of Traverse City, along with...

By Kate Meyers Emery of  VinifeROC   The Finger Lakes region of New York is becoming one of the top wine destinations in the world, and with over 120 wineries on eleven lakes, there's something for everyone, from places serving up only dry white and red vinifera to locations specializing in ...