Cherries are a big deal in Door County, Wisconsin. So are wine, cheese, recreational activities, shopping, dining, vacationing … did I mention cherries? Cherry cheddar makes some wonderful grilled cheese sandwiches and combines the best of two foods. Wisconsin is the first place I’ve been to where you can buy either at the corner store AND the airport.
Memorial Day weekend is the traditional start to the tourist season for the “thumb” of Wisconsin that juts out into Lake Michigan. I was lucky enough to visit the weekend before, when the cherry trees are in full bloom, restaurants were still taste-testing new menu items, and the crowds of tourists were relatively small. With a plethora of resorts, bed-and-breakfasts, and mom-and-pop establishments, Door County is a popular destination for all types of folks. I counted no less than four bachelorette parties whooping it up, from shots at a local brewery and grill to the more refined experience of wine and cheese tasting. Read full story at OurTribune.com.