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Michigan-Shaped Gift Baskets for Every Occasion

Posted on June 18, 2018June 14, 2024 by admin

When we say Michigan gift baskets – we mean it. These are local legendary cherry goods, a taste of here from here. Not only do the products inside get sourced and crafted here, but the basket is shaped like Michigan’s...Read More

Mrs. Twiggs’ Favorites: Traverse City Wineries

Posted on May 7, 2018May 7, 2018 by admin

Northern Michigan's particular climate isn't just blessed by mother nature for cherries, but also for wine grapes. The soil and weather are a vintner's paradise. With approximately thirty wineries in our local region, it's tough to have only one favorite.....Read More

Cherry Power

Posted on January 11, 2018May 10, 2018 by admin

Tart Cherry Juice Northern Michiganders are a hearty folk. We’re not bothered by a little snow. We dive right into shoveling, snowshoeing, and skiing. We’ve got winter activities for work or play. Who needs a gym when you have a...Read More

Reflection And Gratitude

Posted on December 28, 2017December 28, 2017 by admin

There's nothing like a holiday season and brand new year to prompt reflection. This time of year continues to consistently fill me with a sense of gratitude - for the family here at Benjamin Twiggs. Santa's got his elves, and...Read More

Christmas Hugs – Warm Hearts Matter

Posted on December 15, 2017 by admin

One of the things I love about owning a store like Benjamin Twiggs is the relationships that develop over time with our regular customers. Mrs. O is a great example. Every year she had called in her Christmas order promptly...Read More

Surprise Mom With A Thankful Morning

Posted on November 21, 2017 by admin

Thankful Morning - The NEW holiday inspired by moms Thanksgiving night. Mom has spent the last 36 hours defrosting, chopping, stuffing, baking, serving, clearing the table, cleaning up, and picking the turkey carcass clean. Half of your family is passed...Read More

Hope And Empowerment

Posted on October 25, 2017October 26, 2017 by admin

Twelve years ago I received the most devastating news I could imagine. I had breast cancer. Who timed this? I was recently divorced with full custody of 3 busy teenagers. It’s an understatement to say that the following year...Read More

Mama Twiggs’ Mexican Lasagna

Posted on October 11, 2017August 13, 2023 by benjamintwiggs

Cherry salsa and lasagna.. a match made in heaven! Ingredients 1 lb ground beef 16 oz can refried beans 3 tsp oregano 1 ½ tsp cumin 2 tsp garlic powder 12 uncooked lasagna noodles 2 c water 3 jars Benjamin Twiggs...Read More

What Is Charcuterie?

Posted on October 11, 2017October 12, 2017 by admin

What is Charcuterie? Charcuterie: A French culinary term for prepared meats like bacon, salami, prosciutto, sausage, terrines, galantines, ballotines, pâtés, and confit. Typical presentation includes an arrangement on a board with other preserved foods that hearken back to a time...Read More

Cherry and Pear Slaw Recipe

Posted on November 6, 2016August 13, 2023 by benjamintwiggs

Ingredients 1/2 c Benjamin Twiggs Unsweetened Dried Cherries (or our Michigan Dried Cherries) 12 oz packaged broccoli slaw 1/3 c chopped pecans 1/3 c bleu cheese, crumbled 1 diced pear 1/3 c fried canned onions 1/3 c Benjamin Twiggs Cherry Poppyseed Dressing Salt and pepper Directions...Read More

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