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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 ...

If there's one thing you need to add to your wardrobe this Fall, it’s a Lakes and Grapes graphic tee! Lakes and Grapes is a lifestyle brand based in Traverse City, MI, committed to representing everything wine and the Great Lakes. You may associate basic tees with loungewear, however, this season...