Despite growing up in the Ann Arbor area, I finally had the opportunity to attend my very first University of Michigan football game this year! I’ve been a bit “spacey” this fall, but definitely wanted to share about my experience and thoughts before the end of this AMAZING season!
For months I have wanted to try this place, it’s right next to my Trader Joes and I had always wanted to go in. Something always told me to wait for my Mom… so I did. My Mom apparently had the same feelings as I did. Well, last Saturday we were both finally together heading to TJ and it happened, we finally tried Thrive and boy we can’t wait to come back!
A new restaurant opened on my side of Ann Arbor and y’all know I HAD to go check it out! Fresh Forage was opened by a couple of locals straight outta college and is special in that it’s locally sourced as well as completely customized!
I’ve actually had the pleasure of visiting two HopCat locations over the years and have loved it every time. Ann Arbor was my first visit years ago and East Lansing was two years ago when I was in town for an event and I knew it was the best place to eat in that area. On my latest visit in Ann Arbor a week or two ago I decided it was finally time to blog about it.
I’ll be honest, I’m horrible at picking out where to eat when it’s in honor of myself. I am awesome when it comes to a group or when my family is traveling and picking out who accommodates to all of our picky eating. My travel books are complete with menu’s and stars next to what looks great for who. But to just solely think about what I want? It’s not in my heart and I had the hardest time deciding. But boy did I pick right!!!
This weekend I am sharing the area of Ann Arbor that I just can’t get enough of, it’s the farthest from me but I just love heading over to that side for shopping. Especially if I’m craving a smoothie from Whole Foods and a quick walk through Homegoods!
Whether your coming for a visit, passing through or even decided to attend the University of Michigan my wish is that these lists of my favorite spots in Ann Arbor help guide your way through the city that has been my playground all my life. I decided to start off my Guide to Ann Arbor with the side that I tend to spend most of my time in, the West Side! It’s actually closest to Chelsea, so it only takes me about 15 minutes to get to all of my favorites.
Lipstick, Lattes & Pearls 