Wedding Planning

A Matter of Taste is built around an outstanding reputation of creatively catering and the ability to produce dream weddings, elegant parties, and inspirational corporate events. Our team of experts are exceptional because of their passion to service a seamless culinary experience.

LOCATION

Matter of Taste is located in Ellsworth, Michigan at a legendary facility known as Tapawingo. This intimate venue sits on a breathtaking, lakefront property located less than 45 minutes north of Traverse City. Exceptional dining experience and remarkable natural surroundings, quickly becoming one of the most sought after wedding ceremony locations in northern Michigan.

Weddings,
Rehearsal Dinners
Corporate events
Anniversary Parties
Family Celebrations

The combination of exceptional dishes, experienced chefs and the beautiful property make your every decision “A Matter of Taste”.

A premier wedding barn and event venue in Northern Michigan. Located in East Jordan, Michigan, Jordan Valley Barn is a short distance from Gaylord, Charlevoix, Petoskey, Boyne City and Traverse City. Just one mile from Lake Charlevoix, this beautiful venue overlooks the Jordan River Valley and is surrounded by hundreds of acres of nature preserve. Jordan Valley Barn provides a beautiful outdoor ceremony site with seating for 250 and a majestic 4,400 square foot barn, creating an elegant yet rustic setting for both ceremony and reception use. A unique feature about the Jordan Valley Barn wedding venue is the 3,000 square foot 4 bedroom/4 bathroom Guesthouse on site. This prime destination is perfect for celebrating your special day.

For more information: http://www.jordanvalleybarn.com/

Classical Portraits for
Sophisticated Tastes

Northern Michigan’s premiere portrait studio, home of
professional portrait artist, Karen Walker
With the distinction of being an International award winning artist and the
area’s only Certified Master Photographer and Master Artist, Karen Walker Studio
has been serving Northern Michigan and beyond since 1992.

Call 231-536-3663 today for your personal appointment.

Pride and Joy….
What makes you proud? Your family? Your achievements? The milestones you’ve
reached?
What brings you joy? Your children? The precious moments in your life?
Honor those moments with a beautiful commissioned portrait.

Two Distinct Styles From one of the most award winning
studios in Michigan.

Your family deserves a professional portrait artist with
the knowledge and experience to create a top quality portrait that you will
enjoy for years to come. With twenty years in the photography business, Karen
knows how to create that special keepsake that will be treasured today and for
future generations. Karen offers two styles of portraits; classical photography
and portraits that are digitally enhanced and hand painted.

Located in the Walker Building at 507 Water Street (M-66),
just east of the traffic light at the intersection of M-66 and M-32. Hours are
by appointment. Please call 231-536-3663.

Open for lunch and dinner. Pizza- Fabulous Burgers- Friday Fish Fry.Entertainment Saturday Evening.

SPECIALTY: Pizza ,Burgers and complete menu. Saturday entertainment.

Bowling Alley … Hamburgers, Pizza, Paninis, Sandwiches, Dinners

HOURS: 11:00 a.m. – 2:30 a.m.

SPECIALTY: Hamburgers, Pizza, Paninis, Sandwiches, Dinners

SEATING: 50

Serving Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner. Fresh made sandwiches, soup, pizza, cookies & drinks. Located in East Jordan’s downtown shopping district.

Our clubhouse / restaurant / bar is open and we are serving food and drinks. Full dinner menu including prime rib ,shrimp,and fish on Fridays. Our golf course is walkable and soon we will be allowing carts.

Please come out and see us soon!

Golf Course … Driving Range … Snacks…Restaurant

HOURS: 7:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.

Casual Dining and Friday Fish Fry, Friday and Saturday Prime Rib, Full Menu

SEATING: 50

Beautiful flower arrangements & gifts for any occasion. Delivery available.
Boutique – Gifts for everyone.

Breakfast, Lunch, Coffee House

HOURS: 7am-2pm

SPECIALTY: breakfast, lunch

Complete haircare for the whole family. Wedding up-do’s for the entire bridal party welcome.

Bakery, wine tasting, gift shop and much more. Stop in and shop for all your fresh baked goods, gifts, orchard offerings and more.

Closed in the Winter

2100 sq.ft. home with 80 ft. of frontage on Lake Charlevoix South Arm on M-66; 4 bedroom, 2 bath – sleeps 8; plus sandy swimming area w/swim raft; good fishing with boat & motor rental available for extra charge; Smoke free/pet free; free local phone calls

Located 1 mile from East Jordan’s public beach and RV park & Elm Pointe Park; fully equipped kitchen w/microwave, color TV, Weber grill, dock, boat mooring, wood burning stove; Weekly rentals Saturday-Saturday. Please call for availability 520-886-8823 (Oct.-April)

$1600 per week/$1400 per wk.last two wks. of Aug.-$100/person over 8-Security dep. required

UNITS: Vacation Rental Sleeps 8 plus

“In April 2004 Short’s Brewing Co. opened it’s doors in the Village of Bellaire. Beer was the mission and liberation was the movement. The philosophy was to bring an appreciation of craft beer to Northern Michigan with product education and creativity. Today, Short’s Brewing Co. continues the effort to educate and liberate consumers. We believe in the power of the smallness and take pride in our hands on, “mom-and-pop” approach and the energy we put into the quality of our beer, food, staff, customers and facilities. We love what we do and where we live, and have a passion for supporting and enjoying the natural resources all around us. http://www.shortsbrewing.com“

Renovated Victorian Inn, Located Uptown Near Lake Charlevoix, Shopping, Docks, & Snowmobile Trails. Proud Recipient of the 2005 East Jordan Area Renaissance Award. Landmark of East Jordan. Located Uptown near Lake Charlevoix, Shopping, Docks & Snowmobile Trails.

HOURS: Open Daily… Mon.-Sat. 8am-3pm; Sun. 8am-2pm; Supper by Appointment
Casual Fine Dining, Tasting Menus, Custom Menu Planning, Hors d’Oeuvres, SPECIALTY: Weddings, Showers, Receptions & Other Special Occasions.

SEATING: 60 – Additional Seating Available

UNITS: 4 Suites and 7 Bed & Breakfast Style Rooms

PACKAGES: Yes

Castle Farms of Charlevoix is one of Michigan’s premier historic tour attractions and destination wedding venues. This beautiful French Renaissance castle built in 1918 features soaring stone towers, romantic courtyards and magnificent gardens, plus Norm, the Castle’s very own dragon! Museum quality collections showcased throughout the Castle include antique toys, castles, and royalty memorabilia from around the world. The Castle’s Outdoor Model Railroad is the largest in Michigan, with 68 G-scale trains steaming across more than 1/2 mile of track. The Castle also provides the perfect venue for weddings, proms, corporate events, or private parties. Open year round, Castle Farms is listed on the National and State Historic Registries.

1950’s Soda Fountain, Hand Dipped Ice Cream in downtown East Jordan shopping district.

SPRING HOURS: Noon – 9:oo p.m. –

SUMMER HOURS (start June 9) – Noon – 10:00 p.m.

SPECIALTY: 1950’s Soda Fountain, Hand Dipped Ice Cream

SEATING: 10 Inside; More Outside

Casual Dining, offering Seafood and Southern Style BBQ, Cocktails available in two bars. Also a 7 room Bed & Breakfast.

Raven Hill Discovery Center is a regional science and technology center. It is located on 157 acres in a rural area of northwestern Lower Michigan next to the Little Traverse Conservancy’s Raven Ridge Nature Preserve. It is also a cultural, historical and art center. Raven Hill Discovery Center is the only place in northern Lower Michigan where children and adults can link science, history & the arts with hands-on activities and explorations both indoors and outdoors. Connections emerge through classes, exhibits and facilities that provide opportunities for all ages to learn, create, grow and play. The Center is located between East Jordan & Boyne City, just off C-48 at Pearsall Road. Can’t make it during regular hours? Call to schedule an appointment at your convenience. For more information, phone 231-536-3369 or toll free 877-833-4254 or email info@ravenhilldiscoverycenter.org. You can also check the Center’s website: http://www.RavenHillDiscoveryCenter.org for more information.

Steve and Dee have 50 years combined experience in the printing industry.
We provide concept to finished product service for all of your print needs.
Color and black and white copies, banners, business cards, advertising, menus and much more.

Lake Charlevoix’s premier water sports rental company offering jet skis, pontoons, ski boats, water trampolines, kayaks and more! New for 2012 private charters aboard the all electric Duffy. Delivery available to other area lakes.

Wi-Fi

SPECIALTY: Features Pizza Buffet w/soup & salad bar for Lunch/Dinner, Take out or Dine in and Indoor Playland

At Your Service Plus offered clean portable sanitation facilities ranging from a standard portable restroom to a executive restroom trailer. Shower trailers and portable sinks are also a part of our rental inventory. Serving Michigan and beyond. Call today and let At Your Service manage your job site or special event.

This three generation family dream nestled in the heart of beautiful northern Michigan is a must-stop destination. Grab fresh farm-to-table style breakfast or lunch from our Cafe, a handmade treat from our Bakery, or choose from a wide variety of locally-made foods and goodies that make great snacks! Sit inside, on our back porch, or at our outdoor picnic tables while the kids play on the playground and visit our friendly goats. Don’t forget to check out our house-made specialty foods in our Marketplace and our ever-changing, unique gift and souvenir selection in our General Store. We welcome you to eat, shop, and play – the Friske way! Not Your Average Fruit Stand – Since 1962.