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The Wonders, and Workings, of White Wine

White wine has existed for at least 4,000 years. People often serve white wines as an apĆ©ritif before a meal, with dessert, or as a refreshing drink between meals. Many people consider white wines more refreshing and lighter in both style and taste than most red wines. Their acidity, aroma,…

July 29, 2026
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Most Common Red Wines

Common Types Of Red Wines. Red wines are as varied as the red grapes that make them, and there are quite literally hundreds of varieties of red wine grapes out there. It would be almost impossible to list all the different types of grapes that there are available. Fortunately, there…

July 29, 2026
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Common White Wine Types and Their Food Pairings

As W.C Fields once said: ā€œI cook with wine, sometimes I even add it to the food.ā€ Indeed, there are many great wines to choose from, whether you are a fan of reds or whites. For whites, some varieties are dry while others are sweet, as well as some that…

July 29, 2026
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Is Downtown Albion a Food Desert?

You may have heard of the term ā€˜food desert’ before, but what does it mean exactly? If you look up a quick definition on Google, a food desert is an area that has limited access to affordable and nutritious food. This leads to the big question: is downtown Albion a…

July 29, 2026
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Why A Downtown Market is important for A Vibrant Community

A Grocery Store vs. a Community Experience In today's world, larger shopping centres are becoming increasingly abundant. Despite that trend, there is still room for a downtown market to flourish, as they can serve their respective communities better. First and foremost, a downtown market should be convenient for the residents,…

July 29, 2026
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The Superior Experience at the Mercantile

What makes a shopping experience superior What is a Superior Experience? It is the hoped-for goal of the Superior Street Mercantile (SSM), and it has three key components: A welcoming, knowledgeable and friendly staff An organized and clean space A variety of fresh, local, and high-quality products Being welcomed by…

July 29, 2026
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What Makes a Great Whisky?

Whisky is ubiquitous, more so than several other forms of liquor, as it is made worldwide. Whisky is made from fermented grain mash and can be used with different grains that are usually aged in wooden casks. But since there are so many whisky varieties, what makes a great whisky?…

July 29, 2026
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How a Struggling Small Town Can Survive In Today’s World

The social media account ā€˜Revitalize, or Die’ analyzes small towns that are struggling economically and what they can do to bounce back. The account is run by Jeff Siegler, who has assisted hundreds of communities with revitalization, economic sustainability, and community development during his career. Ā The social page posts several…

July 29, 2026
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Why is a Theater Important to an Entire Downtown?

The silver screen has been one of the best ways to experience a film for over a century. The large picture and the surround sound are immersive to the point where the experience envelops the participant. But a locally run movie theater serves more than one purpose of showing films.…

July 29, 2026
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Love Bread Whole Heartedly: The History of Bread

Bread is a staple food in almost every culture on earth and is a key element in many cuisines- It is universal and has always been part of the human experience. We’re now in a place where baking doesn’t just include bread but other things like pastries, cakes, and cookies:…

July 29, 2026
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What Makes Craft Beer Unique

Craft beer has been on the rise for quite some time now. Microbreweries are becoming more and more prominent, especially in the Midwest. Since craft beer is a growing phenomenon, what makes it so unique? What is Craft Beer? Craft Beer comes from microbreweries, whereas industrial beer is made from…

July 29, 2026

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