Up North Blog

Time flies when you’re celebrating Life, Liberty, Beaches, and Pie in northern Michigan! Hard though it may be to believe, Cherry Republic turns 25 this year! We’ll be marking the achievement with special events and offers throughout the year, but on Friday, July 25 and Saturday, July 26th we’ll be throwing a massive party at our […]

Yield: 8-10 servings Ingredients: 5 cups shredded green cabbage 5 cups shredded red cabbage 2 cups shredded carrots 1/4 cup finely sliced green onions 2 Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored, and cut into 1/4-inch cubes 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice 1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon sugar 1/2 cup cider vinegar 1 1/2 teaspoons salt 1 teaspoon […]

Local Fourth of July fireworks display over Glen Lake, 2013. The Fourth of July weekend is one of the busiest weekends all summer in northern Michigan. Visitors from around the country flood the soft beaches, crystal blue waters, and energized towns to enjoy true American freedom. All those people can be a great amount of fun […]

Ingredients: 16 oz sour cream 7 oz can diced green chilies 1 green onion, chopped 2 cup sharp cheddar shredded 8 oz cream cheese “brick” cut into 8 equal slices 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro 11/2 tsp cumin 2 cup diced cooked chicken breast 8, 8-in flour or corn tortillas 24 oz Cherry Republic Original Cherry Salsa Directions: Butter 9×13 pan. Mix in sour cream, chilies, green […]

The Cherry Republic crew doling out cherry treats at the Glen Arbor Fourth of July Parade Celebrate our great nation breaking the shackles of British colonialism at the Glen Arbor Fourth of July Parade. A favorite summer event with both the locals and the vacationers, the parade features classic cars, fire trucks, and an assortment of […]

Many people choose to live in and visit northern Michigan because of its striking natural beauty.  Natural beauty can take many forms, from never-ending sand dunes, to crystal clear lakes, and even wildlife. It’s important to note that northern Michigan is still very much a wilderness area, with various species of wildlife roaming around, including black bears. It’s […]

When you come into one of our stores this summer, we will hand you a catalog with a new logo on the cover. When you look at our new logo, you might not see Taiwan, but that is where this logo started. Last year, I went to Taiwan to see how specialty food companies were packaging and labeling their products. I […]

The Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore has long been renowned for its beauty. Spectacular views of the dunes, rolling hills, inland lakes, and of course Lake Michigan are everywhere. Until recently, soaking in this gorgeous landscape was most easily accomplished by car. A short drive to one of the scenic overlooks or along Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive would have […]

There are tons of fun summer festivals up north each year. When warm weather finally hits northern Michigan, it’s reason to celebrate. Practically every week there are summer festivals, art shows, hikes, bikes, and runs. Ask anyone about summer events in Traverse City and chances are they’ll mention National Cherry Festival. We assume you know it, love it, and […]

Traverse City Film Festival A highlight of the summer for both locals and vacationers, the Traverse City Film Festival brings a slew of great movies to town. Growing steadily since 2005, the Traverse City Film Festival has become one of the largest and one of the most respected film festivals in the nation. The festival showcases great […]

Featuring a ton of delectable craft beers, some great music from near and far, and great local food, Summer Microbrew Festival is another can’t-miss event. In fact, it’s such a popular event that it’s typically sold-out well in advance. While the focus here is on beer (and lots of it!), there are plenty of other beverages […]

Traverse City Wine and Art Festival in the beautiful grounds of the Village at Grand Traverse Commons. A celebration of the many things that make northern Michigan great, the Traverse City Wine and Art Festival is a smorgasbord of northern food, wine, and art accompanied by an eclectic mix of live music. Held on the […]